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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1905
Page
3
On Forest View Avenue in Centralville a Polish family’s home sparked at 8 30 last night when a sewing lamp toppled, causing an explosion and a bed fire. The mattress was dragged into the avenue and extinguished. box 46 responded. No serious damage reported.
Patrons visiting next week will see major interior changes as painters and carpenters retouch the theatre from top to bottom. The stage will gain several percent in improvement, and the overall effect will brighten and beautify the house.
An ambitious showing aims to impress with elaborate scenery and a grand drop curtain. The week’s bill will be the most expensive vaudeville ever sent to Lowell and is expected to please all, especially women. An announcement of the features comes tomorrow.
Richard Hodgson secretary of the Tavern Club Boston and a noted member of the American Society for Psychical Research died suddenly today while playing handball at the Union Boat Club.
Coughs and colds prompt warning that many cough medicines contain opiates causing constipation, especially unsafe for children. Foley's Honey and Tar contains no opiates, is safe, and will not constipate. Do not be misled by substitutes some of which are dangerous. All druggists Jis & Burkinshaw, 418 Middlesex St. Col. Thorndike St. distribute.
Baker City Oregon December twenty first local weather observer H A McNally was adjudged insane by the county court yesterday. McNally came from Philadelphia two months ago to run the local station. Queer reports to District Forecaster E A Beals led to his detention. McNally served in government weather service eighteen years. Officials attribute his condition to Baker City altitude.
The directors of the Cleveland Electric Railway boosted wages for more than 2000 motormen and conductors by one cent an hour. The company expects gross earnings of 5.3 million dollars this year, up 550 thousand from last year.
Eighteen Shaw Machine Company workers left Monday night in sympathy with a discharged night foreman Earle Fowler. They later learned they were misled about authority and now seek reinstatement as positions are filled. Superintendent Scott says they may return when vacancies appear. the company plans leniency.
Cambridge Dec 20 A Harvard Bulletin proposed rule bans freshmen and graduates from intercollegiate contests. Only sophomores to seniors of Harvard College and Lawrence Scientific School with one year residence may represent Harvard. no one who played for another college or is over 25 may compete. The Bulletin argues the rule would curb solicitation of preps and disputes involving transfer students.
Samuel Mills, an elderly man found dead in the woods at Attleboro South yesterday, will not receive an autopsy. An inquest is set for next Saturday. James Brown of South Attleboro and John Regan of East Walpole are held until Saturday on charges linked to the death after being arrested near the body site. C B Dickson offered gloves, neckties, and suspenders as Christmas gifts.
In stock perfumes and packages offered at a bargain price. Nine odors produced in house, 25 cents an ounce, claiming high value compared with other goods. A selection of French fragrances and beauty items listed with various brand names. Located at 197 Centre Street, open until midnight.
Mrs Martha Munsey of Pittsfield New Hampshire failed to appear as her case opened in Middlesex county superior criminal court Cambridge on the forged will charge connected to the 1900 death of Samuel Welch. Bail set at 3000 and bondsman named. Wills dated 1876 1879 and a third were all disallowed by Judge McIntire.
The third annual dance of the American Glee Club occurred in Prescott hall before a large crowd. Kittredge's orchestra played twenty numbers with entries. Officers listed include general manager Daniel F. Mi yi and several assistants, with treasurer John Resi mentioned.
A local notice announces a sale of ready framed pictures and frames set along the streets. The event lists times and locations where residents can view and purchase. Authorities urge visitors to follow posted guidelines and hours.
Los Angeles notes a missing Death Valley mine owner Walter Scott with a $1000 reward offer from his manager. Scott departed December 1 with $1800 and two rifles. his riderless mule returned December 7 bearing a bloodstained saddle and saddle blanket, per a brother’s letter.
Boston and Maine Railroad offers round trip rail excursions to Montreal for 10 dollars and to Quebec for 12 dollars from December 29, 1905, to January 2, 1906, with return validity through January 31. Routes pass via White River Junction Hellowe Palle Newport and provide flexible inbound and outbound options. Tickets available at station ticket offices.
A local shop at 8 Merrimack Street promotes affordable tea sets and a carriage for your home theater needs. The ad focuses on low prices and quick sales for golf equipment and tea items.
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