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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1901
Page
5
The passage repeats a motto about presents being useful, noting a selfish but correct belief that people enjoy giving appreciated gifts. It reflects a humorous sentiment on generosity and satisfaction in being right about thoughtful gifts.
In Emmanuel Church Boston on December 19 Charles H Brent was consecrated bishop of the Philippines by 13 bishops with 150 ministers present. The service included a sermon by Bishop Hall on church and state in the islands and Brent pledged obedience to the Protestant Episcopal Church. Brent will depart for Manila in March, with Rev. Talbot acting as his chaplain en route via New York and Chicago.
Secretary Root and Rep. Cooper announced a rough bill for a complete civil government in the Philippines. Taft to advise after recess. The measure covers mining forestry lands and banking, aims to develop industry, regulate land and franchises, coinage, ranches, and promote Filipino self government through stable civilizing agencies.
New York's wealthiest woman, Hetty Green, checked into the Parker House to discuss with lawyers her bid to receive more from her father's will executors. She hinted a settlement may come soon and told clerks she is not in Boston if reporters seek her. Her hotel presence drew little public attention.
The James Otis portrait by Robert Reid was unveiled in Memorial Hall Boston with Governor Crane among officials in the balcony. The canvas shows Otis presenting his famous writs of assistance arguments from the 1761 Boston Town House.
Zinc and grinding mix produces lead and zinc paint that lasts twice as long as traditional lead and oil hand blends. The finding highlights a durable coating option for industrial and domestic use, suggesting changes in production and maintenance cycles for lasting finishes.
Brockton, December 19. Benjamin F Baker, sail-maker's mate aboard the Alliance, is recommended for a medal of honor by Alliance officers. At St Thomas, a shark attacked three sailors and their dog. Baker dived, killed the shark with a dirk, saving the three and himself. The 14 foot shark was recovered. Baker has 17 years service and a prior bravery medal for aiding in cutting the cable at Guantanamo under fire in the Spanish American War.
St Paul dispatch reports Judge Amidon of the United States court ruled in the Barrett case that passing a Confederate bill to an unsuspecting Indian is not a federal crime. Barrett, a Billings county cowboy, was charged after giving an Indian a $50 Confederate bill in a horse trade. The judge said mere likeness to real money does not constitute forgery or federal offense, leaving recourse to state courts.
Five small pox patients were found at a boarding house in Littleton New Hampshire today. The entire crew of the saw mill there has been quarantined.
Edward T Hornblower of Arlington died at his Academy Street home after weeks of heart disease. Born October 13 1828 in Islington England he built a long Boston area business career including Hornblower & Page. Funeral Sunday at 2 30 at his residence with private burial.
New York December 19 Robert A Ammon counsel for William F Miller of the Franklin Syndicate was indicted by the grand jury on receiving stolen goods He allegedly secured 35000 from Wells Fargo Express Co on November 23 knowing it was stolen Ammon was previously discharged for lack of witnesses and will plead to the indictment tomorrow with bail arrangements set Burkes vs P A C Huntington Hall Saturday night
Boston reports a ghastly skeleton figure displayed on Cambridge common flagstaff with blue cloth, linked by some to the former Medical Faculty group, Med Facs, now alleged to be hidden in secrecy. Harvard faculty and undergraduates vow to uncover the culprits and pledge stronger actions after repeated vandalism.
Lyman J. Gage secretary of the treasury plans to leave the cabinet in about a month and resume banking connections in the West. A New York source says President Roosevelt will soon need a successor and Gage favors living in the West, with possible leadership offers in Chicago or other financial centers.
The American Locomotive company in Schenectady produced the largest engine ever built for the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe road. The Dakapod type weighs 275000 pounds with 10 driving wheels and will serve freight needs in the mountain district.
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