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Lowell Daily Courier in Lowell, Massachusetts
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1903
Page
12
Holiday goods and gifts advertised across local shops
Greenwood Bros announces festive window display at 241 Central Street showing holiday goods. The Thompson Hardware Co offers 67 cent coats and best plates, while J. J. Lonergan promotes Christmas bargains in footwear on Dutton Street. Uptown Hardware Store by W. T. Bartlett lists useful gifts at 653 and 659 Merrimack Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thompson Hardware Co
Greenwood Bros
Central Street
J. J. Lonergan
Dutton Street
Uptown
W. T
Bartlett
Merrimack Street
Clergy Install Reveres at Lawrence Church Event
Mr and Mrs Charles Melvin of Stow Mass visit friends in the city. Rev H B Foster and Elder Hugh Walker from Westminster church assisted Rev Frank D Smith’s installation as pastor of First United Presbyterian Lawrence. Edith Moore and sister to spend holidays at St Stephen NB. Alderman Richard J McCluskey returns from Holy Cross for holidays. Dr Frank McAvinnue, ill six months, is recovering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. B. Foster
Hugh Walker
Westminster Church
Frank D. Smith
First United Presbyterian Church of
Lawrence
Edith Moore
Orville Robinson
Fletcher Street
St. Stephen
N. B
Richard J. McCluskey
Holy Cross College
Frank McAvinnue
Union strike ties up salt plant in Chicago
In Chicago on December 23 an industrial dispute left 250 workers idle at the South Chicago plant of the International Salt Company after union engineer Joseph Freeman was told his wages would be cut. Freeman’s claim of unjust discrimination sparked a strike that threatens to spread to other Great Lakes plants as the company plans to hire non union men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Joseph Freeman
International Salt Company
Great Lakes
Burglary Suspect Named in Mill Murder Case
New York dispatch reports John Kelly alias Lyons arrested for a burglary last week and found wanted in Paterson New Jersey for the murder of John Christian, a Gantsky Silk mills watchman. The killing occurred as officers tried to arrest three men tied to a break-in, with witness William Conklin linking Kelly to the crime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
John Kelly
Lyons
Kelly
Paterson
N. J
John Christian
Gantsky Silk Mills
William H. Conklin
Christian
Counterfeiter Brockway seeks release under poor convicts law
New York on December 23 reports William Brockway, age 81, after serving 10 years in Trenton for a counterfeiting case tied to notes printed from stolen government plates. He must pay a $1000 fine, plans to live with relatives in Connecticut, and will apply today for release.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Trenton
N. J
William Brockway
Brockway
Connecticut
Phonograph Party Delights Pawtucket Evening School Pupils
Teachers at the Pawtucket evening school hosted a phonograph party Tuesday night. Mr. F P Crawford provided a phonograph for the entertainment. The students enjoyed the musical flair and lively program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pawtucket
F. P. Crawford
Predictions of an unusually cold January at Flyde Park
Flyde Park reports Mr. H. H. Clayton, long time weather researcher, expects January to be colder than normal and possibly colder than any January since 1893. He bases this on his study of long period weather changes and emphasizes the potential severity of the coming month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flyde Park
H. H. Clayton
Peter A Fay Plans Christmas Tree Cut in Woods
The stout figure of Peter A. Fay is seen in the woods today as he prepares to cut a Christmas tree for his children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter A. Fay
Mr. Fay
Peptiron Pills Promote Nervous System Nourishment
Peptiron Pills are a chocolate coated blend of pepsin iron manganese celery phosphorus and other tonics. They aim to aid nervousness dyspepsia anemia neuralgia sleeplessness exhaustion and poor appetite, nourishing the nervous system and improving sleep and vigor. Hood Co Lowell Mass. 50¢ per bottle or 7 for 3.75.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood CO
Lowell
Mass
Wanted: Strong boy 16 for printing office work
A notice seeks a good strong boy aged 16 to sweep and do general helpful tasks at a printing office. Apply at Courier-Citizen office on Merrimack Street between 8 and 9 am Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Courier-Citizen Office
Merrimack Street
City wires under ground conduits debated by committee
The Street Committee and State Aid Committee discussed underground conduits for telegraph and telephone wires at city hall. City Solicitor Hogan notes no clear state ruling on city power to build conduits or charge rent, suggesting possible authority only with explicit legislation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Committee On
City Hall
Derby
Congress
Boston
WM. A. Hogan
State aid committee hears applicants and denials
The State aid committee led by Alderman Hill, with McCluskey away at college, met to hear aid requests from several applicants. Four councilmen visited briefly. The first two women seeking aid reported bank savings of 200 and 1000 dollars, respectively, and both sought extra funds to save for a rainy day. The superintendent indicated the State board opposes aid where a bank account exists, so those two likely will be denied. Other cases were heard with recommendations to grant aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Committee On State Aid
Alderman Hill
Alderman McCluskey
Last Street Committee Meeting on Petitions
The street committee, with all members present, reviewed five petitions for Brown Whidden Christian Llewelyn and Short streets to be accepted and sent to the 1904 city government. Whidden street was referred for next year, Brown street’s acceptance required a sub committee report and a city solicitor backed a 32 by 52 foot width to avoid suits, Short street would require 356 to grade and gravel but an ordinance forbids grading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown
Whidden
Christian
Llewelyn
Short Streets
Derby
C. F. Whidden
Whidden Street
Moore Street
Salman Sirk
Bowers
Streets to be fixed face tight budget bid debate
City committee debated accepting Short Llewelyn and Christian streets this year despite estimated costs of 4290 for Christian and over 4000 for Llewelyn. Funds scarce, chair urged restraint while Fleming pressed for action, noting street conditions. Mall contention ended with amendments to accept all three streets, adjournment set after brief discussion.
Barn Fire Destroys Alphonse Bibeault's Barn in Wilder Street
At midnight a blaze consumed the barn behind Alphonse Bibeault’s house at 513 Wilder Street. A horse, three carriages, and half a ton of hay were lost. Neighbors, led by Mrs. James Reidy, alerted authorities and tried to save the horse. Firemen redirected streams from one engine due to location. Bibeault suspects arson as the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alphonse Bibeault
Wilder Street
James Reidy
Obituaries reveal three local deaths and survivors
Mrs Marceline Bellevale wife of David Bellevale died Monday evening at 417 Moody street aged 45 after eight months illness of consumption She leaves a four year old daughter beside her husband Mrs William H Gordon died yesterday at her daughter Mrs E B Melvin 46 Tyler street aged 68 She leaves husband three sons Arthur Robert James Mrs Alice Leggett wife of Alexander Leggett died at 114 Beech street last night aged 35 She leaves a husband and a four year old daughter
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jiebi
Paige Street
John
George
Mary Jiebi
Cloutier
Moody Street
Aurore
Napoleon
Anna Cloutier
Meadowcroft
Lowell General Hospital
Bertha B. Meadowcroft
Gordon
Marceline Bellevale
David Bellevale
William H. Gordon
E. B. Melvin
Tyler Street
Arthur
Haverhill
Robert
Boston
James
Alice Leggett
Alexander Leggett
Beech Street
Funeral services for Hiram E. Green held at 274 Gibson Street
Funeral services for Hiram E. Green were conducted yesterday afternoon at his residence 274 Gibson Street with Rev. R A Greene officiating. A quartette sang as Masons and Royal Arch members served as bearers. Floral tributes from Pilgrim Commandery Royal Arcanum and Hamilton Manufacturing Co framed the large turnout, reflecting Green’s wide associations and friendships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiram E. Green
Gibson Street
R. A. Greene
Jean L. Sherburne
D. A. Floyd
George E. Burns
Edgar H. Barker
Thos. Walsh
Pilgrim Commandery
Arcanum
Lowell Council
Royal Arcanum
William North Lodge
Masons
Hamilton Manufacturing Co
Thomas Walsh
John Foster
N. Childs
Leonard Evans
R. J. Butcher
Christmas at Wood's dazzles shoppers in central store
Wood's enlarged Central street store drew large crowds yesterday as clerks managed overflow in Merrimack street. A dazzling array of goods both useful and ornamental was offered, including watches diamonds silverware rings bric-a-brac and clocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wood
Central Street
Merrimack Street
Dr Andrews Only Dyspepsia Cure Ad in Concord NH
G L Gibbs of Concord New Hampshire reports relief from dyspepsia after using Dr Andrews Only Dyspepsia Cure. He says he can now eat anything. The product is sold by druggists at 25 cents with a warranty to cure or money refunded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. L. Gibbs
Concord, N. H
Andrew
Used machines offer bargain Christmas gifts at 108 Central Street
A note advertises slightly used machines for sale at 108 Central Street. Shoppers can view a new calendar and styles of machines, with bargain prices for Christmas presents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Street
Auto travel sparks mixed motives in Boston transcript
In a Boston Transcript excerpt, Cadger questions whether enjoying a car ride is the motive while Badger replies that the appeal partly lies in personal pleasure and partly in avoiding others’ disapproval. The exchange underscores social attitudes toward automobiles in the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cadger
Boston Transcript
Christmas Shopping Health Warning and Father John’s Medicine
During Christmas shopping crowds raise cold and flu risk as people move from warm stores to cold streets. Doctors cite this season’s illness rise and urge caution. The article touts Father John’s Medicine as a proven cold and pneumonia preventive and dismisses many cough remedies as harmful. It notes the medicine was used for Rev. Fr. John O’Brien in Lowell, Mass., fifty years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Father John
John O’brien
St. Patrick’s Parish
Lowell
Mass
Umbrella as Easy Gift Solution for Holiday Dilemma
When unsure what to buy this holiday season an Um brella offers a versatile answer. Its practical design and wide appeal help remove the stress of gift choosing for shoppers seeking a simple reliable present.
Woodcraft Designs Highlighted in Natural Wood Union Exhibit
An exhibit showcases varied designs in natural wood, emphasizing quality and craftsmanship. Pieces range from decorative panels to functional objects, reflecting traditional woodworking techniques and modern aesthetics. The display draws attention of enthusiasts and collectors seeking unique woodwork.
The Oriental Bazaar Ad Promises Unique Gifts in Lowell
Geo. B. Tradd announces the Oriental Bazaar at 318 Merrimack Street offering gifts you can obtain here. The ad urges customers to consider what they receive and to remember the store’s number for future visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. B. Tradd
Lowell
Oriental Bazaar
Merrimack Street
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Lowell Daily CourIer
Burn Wilson
Charles Melvin
Stow, Mass
Phonograph Entertainment
Carter & Sherburne’s
Merrimack, Cor
Bridge Street
Hogan
State Aid Committee
Sessio
Gaking Ranges
A. E. O’heir & Co
Fleming
Christian Street
Mr. Braden
Beals
Mr. Roche
Flemings
Mr. Flemings
Roche
Robert F. Crowley
New York Street
Eastern Bridge and Structural Construction Company
John W. Chase
F. H. Pearson
W. R. Means
W. H. Pardoe
Theta Delta Chi Fraternity
Tufts College
O. D. Spofford
Henry Edwards Co
C. J. Cheney
C. H. Raymond
Richard Mower
W. A. Harvey
Manchester
Mary Miller
Mamie Laliberte
Franklin Court
St. Joseph's Church
Fr. Nolin
Amable Lacombe
Denis Tourville
Amable Bruneau
Alexis Coutu
St. Joseph’s Cemetery
Archambault
Thomas McKay
Undertaker Era
Edson
Wood’s
F. G. McGregor
Hildreth Building
Goodyear Raincoat CO
Lowell Coal CO
Thorndike St
Central St
Thuringen
China
Germany
George L. Emerson
W. F. Courtney
Merrimack St
Dickson’s Tea Store
Singer Store
Hable
W. P. Brazer & CO
Central Cor. Market Sts
Jd. J. O*connell
J. J. Cashman
J.J. O'Connell & CO
Davis Square
A. W. Brown
Boom
Odd Fellows
Bloox
O'Donnell & Gilbride CO
United States
O'Donnell & Gilbride DO
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