Christmas reflections in Lowell on charity and duty
A columnist muses on Christmas from many angles from prosperity and social bonds to the plight in slums. He sketches Colonel Ruggles Darby Jordan and Teddington with their gift plans and warns of self indulgence while urging support for Lowell Boys Club and local charities through dime gifts and organized drives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruggles
Pickles
Darby
Jordan
Teddington
Colonel
Young
Boston Social Season Notes and Local News
Be George F Richardson and others host cotillions and parties at Vesper boat house Colonial hall and Esther Marcus halls Lowell guests invited to Christmas dance hours set from 6 to 11. Miss Coburn named improvisor of music in Clinton public schools. Mr Landon Adams in California. Harriet White injured. Nesmith water color show at public library. Highland Twenty club gathering. Lucius Tuttle linked to Philadelphia pastor. Flather receives Chicago offer. Mansfield returns from abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George F. Richardson
J. Tyler Stevens
Freeman B. Shedd
Louie Ellingwood
May Wilder
Vesper Boat House
Christine Cushing
Franklin Nourse
Edith Nourse
Colonial Hall
Jennie Hylan
Florence Plunkett
Elinor Palmer
Rita Talbot
Marion Stott
Adelbert Ames
Alexander G. Cumnock
Charles I. Hood
George H. Pillsbury
George F
Clinton
Mass
Holland
Joseph A. Nesmith
Public
Edna Bennett
Highland Twenty Club
Tyngsboro
Lucius Tuttle
Boston and
Maine
George Edward Martin
Philadelphia
Kirk Street
Frederick A. Flather
Chicago
Alice Rogers
Newall W. Mansfield
New England farming value and resilient business outlook
A. W. Cheever argues farming is a lasting business driven by demand for food. He urges farmers to adapt to market changes, persist through failures, and invest in capable stewardship to transform decayed land into productive holdings, comparing agriculture to industrial village building and stressing the need for dedicated, skilled stewards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New England
Ower
A. W. Cheever
N. E. Farmer
Satan Hell Cough Remedy Promises Money Back Guarantee
The ad touts Satan Hell as a preventive for pneumonia and consumption and offers a money back promise if it fails to cure any cough or cold. It claims no poisonous drugs and positions the product as a safe, effective remedy.
Nervura nerve remedy testimonial from Ohio reader
A THIA ton resident praises Dr. Greenes Nervura blood and nerve remedy for recovery after a broken limb. The letter describes severe nerve distress and rapid improvement after multiple bottles, claiming full cure and urging others to try Nervura for neuralgia headaches back aches and dizziness.
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Dr. Greene
Governor Taft bids farewell in Manila amid hopeful war news
In Manila on December 20 over 4000 Federal Party members gathered to wish Governor Taft a safe return. He spoke while resting, praising the party for stability and peace efforts and arguing that U S war incidents in Samar and Batangas distorted the situation. Civil government to resume in Cebu January 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
Federal
Taft
United States
Batangas
Samar
Congress
Wright
Federal Party
Cebu
Trade relations with China debated at John Jay banquet
Minister Wu Ting-fang urged ending the Chinese exclusion law, arguing it deprives the United States of China trade benefits and excludes merchants who should be allowed in America. Gen Arthur MacArthur spoke on the Army, noting the Philippine islands’ strategic role as a stepping stone for American interests in Asia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Ting-fang
China
John Jay
Kansas City Commercial Club
United States
America
Arthur MacArthur
United States Army
Philippine Islands
Philippine Archipelago
Asia
Dream Balm restores voice and hearing says teacher
L G Brown of Granger says two years of using Dream Balm fixed thick speech and dull hearing. He reports full hearing and clearer speech, notes his occupation as a local teacher, and mentions trial and full sizes with mail availability from Ely Bros. at 56 Warren Street New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ely Bros
L. G. Brown
Granger
Warren Street
New York
Buy your Christmas gifts this week for home merchants
Shopping guidance urges readers to purchase Christmas gifts this week from local home merchants to support nearby businesses and boost seasonal sales. The note emphasizes timely buying to ensure availability and holiday cheer.
Hanna Hopeful About Labor Capital Conference
Senator Hanna, chair of the committee of 36, returned from the capi tal labor conference in New York and told the White House he is hopeful the conference represents a major step toward settling disputes between labor and capital. He said the convergence of interests may benefit both sides as organization evolves and the platform shows promise for future gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Hanna
New York
White House
Organization of Labor
Exodus Deliverance Lesson by Rev Stearns
A religious lesson text on Exodus deliverance led by Rev D M Stearns discusses Israel escaping Egypt by God's power, with references to Moses, the pillar of cloud and fire, and the crossing of the Red Sea. It connects to Isaiah prophecy and future kingdom expectations, emphasizing God's zeal, protection, and the need to trust God in danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Press Association
Israel
Bethlehem
David
Gabriel
Mary
Isaiah
Abram
Haran
Canaan
Isaac
Egypt
Joseph
Xiii
Pharaoh
Red Sea
Moses
Jordan
Joshua lii
Sennacherib
Cain
Satan
Christ
Angel
God
Dead Sea
Daniel
Jesus
Fatal collision derails Berlin express in fog near Neuenbeken
In Paderborn Prussia on December 20 a fog bound collision between the Berlin express and a freight train derailed the passenger train. Six bodies recovered and twenty persons injured others remain buried in wreckage.
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Paderborn
Prussia
Neuenbeken
Berlin
Ancient silver casket found in excavation at basilica
Rome December 20. In the ongoing excavations at the Basilica of St. Agnes last week the silver casket holding St. Agnes remains, placed there by Pope Paul V in the seventeenth century, was discovered to have never been removed from the crypt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Basilica of St. Agnes
St. Agnes
Paul V
Norwich men arraigned in murder case at Montville
William Gallivan and Thomas Wormsley were brought to Monteville for arraignment on the charge of murdering Jeremiah Shuimway of Norwich. After warrants were read both pleaded not guilty and the hearing was continued to next week per defense counsel's motion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norwich
Conn
William Gallivan
Thomas Wormsley
Monteville
Jeremiah Shuimway
Cough Remedy Endorsed by Chicago Physician
Dr Mary R Melendy endorses Chamberlains Cough Remedy for children of all ages. She claims it relieves obstinate coughs, colds, and bronchial afflictions without narcotics and is safe for even unprofessional hands. Available through all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary R. Melendy
Chicago
Ill
Wise Men Teach Gives Christ First in Gift Quest
In a Christian Endeavor lesson Rev. S H Doyle reflects on the biblical visit of the wise men from the east. The message centers on four gifts to Christ and the need for believers to give their own selves first, followed by reverence, best gifts, and gifts from one’s own lands. The article also urges planning a Christmas program and lists Bible readings for the prayer meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Popic
S. H. Doyle
Toric
Jesus
Bethlehem
Christ
Right Living Through Selfless Love and Trust
A Philadelphia Ledger quotation urges living for rightness and service without regard to cost, stressing self abnegation and constant future focus. It extols unconditional love and trust, citing Whittier and a Christian friend to contrast curious doubt with devoted faith and intimate knowledge of Christ.
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Guartion
Christ
Whittier
Used to the Best Advantage Grace for pressing needs
A Presbyterian admonition extols using grace fully to meet every pressing need. It states God loves those who employ grace wisely and promises not only to meet the purpose but to grant a larger increase as it is valued and utilized.
Reading the Bible Versus Reading About It Quotable
A Philadelphia Methodist quips that reading the Bible differs greatly from reading about it, likening the experience to the contrast between dining and perusing a bill of fare. The remark underscores how direct engagement alters understanding.
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Philadelphia Methodist
God’s Help and Will Align in Faithful Efforts
A concise note from Rain’s Horn emphasizes that the man who does God’s will will discover God’s help, underscoring reliance on divine guidance and action aligned with faith. The quotation reflects a religious viewpoint on purpose and support.
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God
Wii
Rain
Some One Hath Need of Thee Poem by Emma C Dowd
A reflective verse urges action and compassion, presenting a message that someone, somewhere, needs you today. The poem frames need as a universal call across lands and ages, ending with the refrain that God keeps you in His world below because Some one hath need of thee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma C, Dowd
Sunday Church Services Across the City
A compiled list of numerous church services and pastors across Chelmsford, Union Free Baptist, Worthen Street Baptist, Central M E, and many other congregations. It notes service times, Sunday schools, Young People’s meetings, and special events in churches on Chelmsford, Gordon, Draper, and surrounding streets, along with Episcopal and Universalist listings.
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T. Ford
Young People’s Society
Chelmsford Street
A. E
Union Free Baptist Church
Barristers Hall
Central Street
W. A. Morang
Amman
Fifth Street Baptist
Henry W. O. Migton
Central Congregational Church
Dracut
F. I. Kelley
Pawtucket
William G. Poor
First Trinitarian
Dutton Street
Geo. F. Beanngott
London Street
C. E. Poole
Kirk Street
W. A. Bartlett
John Street
Geo. H. Johnson
T._ French Congregational
Fletcher and
Bowers Streets
G. A. Cote
High Street
C. W. Huntington
Hillside
J. P. Richardson
Y. P
C. E
Eliot
Summer Street
Ebictor Bigelow
J. M. Greene
D. D
Eferitus
Highland
T. Clayton Welles
Westford Street
Franke A. Warfield
St. Anne's Church
Merrimack Street
Kirk and
Anne
John Chambre
St. John's
Gorham _ street
Manchester
House of Prayer
Walker Street
Warner EK. L. Ward
Union Mission Church
Barr
Bundawete Ta
Jows
Central Mission
First S Read Street
Sabbeth
New Church
Sixth Street
Canen Ey P. m
Isaac, Latieur
Coburn Mission
Varnum
OteaRy
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Lowell Boys’ Club
Thorndike Street
Old Ladies
Ayer
Hospital Guild
Lowell General Hospital
St. John's Hospital
Corporation Hospital
Salvation Army
Lowell
Young People’s Fraternity
Charles T. Billings
Frank E. Dunbar
Joseph Nesmith
Hell
Bac
Ner
Thia
Gen. MacArthur
Mr. Wu
Lad
Welch
W. Va
Wayne Demon
Davy
Eugene Dye
Demon
Lem Bootoon
Frick’ Watts
Harry Good
Cattlettsburg
Cole, Crane & Co
Cincinnati
D. M. Stearns
Berlin Express
Christian Endeavor
Luke Fi
John iii
Philadelphia Ledger
Baptist
Methodist
Worthen Street
J. F. Allen
M. E
G. M. Smiley
Paoons
Ocermon
St. Paul's M. E
James H. MacDonald
Central M. E
G. H. Clark
Epworth League
Primitive Methodist
Good Templars
Gorham Street
N. W. Matthews
Berean
Moore Street
Lawrence Street
W. H. Yarrow
Serne
M. B
Louis Blanchet
Centralville
Corner Bridge
Hildreth Streets
Leon E. Bell
Episcopal
Presbyterian
Westminster
Tyler Street
D. McPhie
Appleton Street
Jas. MM Craig
Unitarian
Charles J. Billings
St. Patrick’s
Seremon
St. Peter's
Michael Rowan
Sacred Heart
Oblate Fathers
St. Jean Baptiste
Epp
St. Joseph's
Church of Immaculate Conception
Free Church
Middlesex Street
George C. Wright
Mint Pte
Paige Street
Kirk, Mier
W. Co. Westcott
Ayer City
Lincoln Street
Tanner Street
Church of Christ, Scientist
Plard Building
Palmer Street
Church of Christ
Scien Fellows’ Hall
Middlesex Aireet
Advent Christian
Grand Street
Old Odd Fellows* Hall
Mit Evangelical Lutheran Church
Meadowcroft
Sodernan Pass Tor
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