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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1902
Page
6
Oldest daily in Middlesex county established 1825 and daily since 1845. Published at Courier Citizen Building Merrimack Street Lowell. Delivered by carrier at six cents a week except Sundays and holidays.
A weather item describes Snow Storm No. 9 with a morning overcast, light snow starting at 10 o clock, rapid accumulation by noon, a resumed blaze at sunset, and a night of six inches or more. By forenoon the sky remained cloudy and barometer readings were 29.80 yesterday 29.60 today.
Boston dispatch dated December 26 reports a forecast for New England with snow in the northern areas and rain in the southern portions tonight. Saturday will see fair skies and colder conditions with brisk to high north to northwest winds.
Editorial and counting room notices advise patrons to use care in telecommunication communications, address changes, and inquiries directed to the business desk for updates on subscriptions and services. The fragment highlights routine guidance from the Courier-Citizen on customer communications and account changes.
A fragmented notice notes favorable calls around payment delivery and office operations on dates including 31-3 31-4 and 31-5. The text references advertisement delivery and ongoing conditions affecting payments and office functions.
The piece argues the Roosevelt administration hesitates on arbitration of the Venezuela issue while a Boston Journal proposal suggests the United States would bear the moral and practical burden of enforcing any just claims against Venezuela. It warns that accepting arbitration could force Washington to compel payment, or even resort to force, under a broadened Monroe Doctrine.
The piece argues Castro may accept The Hague mediation but ties it to conditions. It notes foreign powers would not easily relax a blockade, predicts a likely adverse finding, and urges Castro to offer settlement and payment without awaiting a formal adjudication.
Dr Lorenz defends his high fee and explains he has earned only expenses since his Armour girl work while lecturing on his hip treatment. Critics note the method predates him in the United States and warn doctors that the procedure risks tearing muscles and offers dangers similar to surgical knives.
The column reviews clergy positions on free trade advocacy, contrasts medieval and modern criminal punishment with Christmas felities in jails, and praises Judge Schofield’s rising prospects. It singles out Minister Bowen amid gossip, condemns mobbing umpires as thuggish.
On Christmas night a Sunday school scholar receives a gift from his loving teacher, making warnings about a pine tree's withered branch unnecessary. The tale emphasizes kindness and the impact of a thoughtful gesture over cautions about danger.
Secretary Von Nostiz of the Saxon legation in Berlin is named Saxony special commissioner to the St. Louis exposition. Other items note Rev Dr Dosker’s selection to chair church history at Kentucky seminary, Mrs Adams wills University of Wisconsin funds, Fortenhauer chosen president of Concordia college, Dotterer named Pennypacker secretary, MacDowell to visit California, Mrs Abbey ill in London, Bishop Constancy’s Los Angeles bishopric chances, Premier Balfour ill with influenza.
Dr Alfred Baquerizo, Meuador minister to the United States, arrived in New York Tuesday aboard the steamer Allianen from Colon, signaling ongoing diplomatic exchanges between Meuador and the United States.
Marshall N. Rich, longtime secretary of the Portland Board of Trade for 38 years and the country’s oldest such secretary, died suddenly at age 72 in Portland. He led the Portland Mercantile Library association in 1872 and the Maine Press association in 1880, and served as deputy collector at the port from 1867 to 1876.
A festive column riffs on gifts and blessings as readers ponder belated presents. Mentions Vanderbilt's road to recovery and ongoing verdicts against the Elevated. Santa Claus referenced with coal use by clients. A boy recovering from a fractured spine is praised for his backbone and future potential.
A collection of editorials and comments discuss the Monroe Doctrine as a flexible solution for Western Hemisphere policy, noting its wide use beyond original aims. It covers Britain and Germany, the Good Hope’s pike aboard ships, and arbitration ideas from The Hague, with reflections on U S political actions and New England conventions.
Lawrence police found the body of James Brown of North Andover in the North canal after a drowning report near the Boston & Lowell bridge. Two hats were recovered, one belonging to Daniel Shea who was rescued earlier, suggesting a possible second body. Brown, a machinist with a family, was identified by Joseph Scott.
Colonial Secretary Chamberlain and Mrs. Chamberlain arrived in Durban from Portsmouth on November 25 aboard the armored cruiser dated Hope. They landed at 10 30 this morning and were greeted by large crowds.
New Bedford December 25 Henry F Hines began a six months term for larceny and ended his life by hanging himself in his cell at the house of correction this morning.
The excerpt laments snow covered sidewalks and a chaotic holiday rush on a train, noting crowded stations in Lowell and Middlesex street as evening services end. It contrasts waste and economy with nature, and argues coal supply needs public-spirited regulation for essential fuel.
Crowded houses watched the Corse Payton company present at the Opera House yesterday. Favorites of the company made calling and election sure. This afternoon the bill features A Guilty Wife and this evening Only a Farmer's Daughter.
Phil Sheridan's City Sports company headlined at the Academy with full houses yesterday afternoon and evening. The program opened with A Mistake in Society and featured lively musical numbers by Sheridan, LeCoy, Burt, Beeson, Dryden, and others, plus an illustrated song turn by Hazel Surt and a clever sketch The Schemers. The olio closed with acrobatics by the Everett Trio and the closing burlesque Fun at Brighton. Shows repeat tonight tomorrow with a matinee Saturday and strong patronage expected.
The Smedley Sketch club presents The Little Mother at the Casto with New York tenement life as a backdrop. Edwin and Ellis Smedley excel in two roles as sons of a dissipated father and shine in a Romeo and Juliet balcony scene. The finale shows them as Princes in the Tower echoing Millais art.
Henry E. Hines hanged himself in his New Bedford house of correction cell after starting a six month larceny sentence. Frank Savage, 13, drowned skating on North Uxbridge pond. body recovered. James Dennett of North Cambridge killed by an express train near Somerville depot. head severed, reasons unclear. John Heney, 27, of Jamaica Plain died from a skull fracture after a fall in Boston. found unconscious in the street.
A large brick building at the Vaughn's Machine company plant in Peabody burned the night away, resulting in an estimated loss of twenty five thousand dollars. The blaze disrupted operations and drew firefighters to the scene.
The Sunday school held its annual Christmas festival with four decorated trees and a program by the primary department directed by Mrs. George E. Ames. Santa Claus appeared, gifts from the trees were given to children, and about 280 boxes of candy were shared with Syrians present. Donations of provisions, clothing, and wood were collected for the poor and stored in vestry rooms and the bicycle room.
A Christmas cantata titled Santa Claus Home was staged by the First Congregational church Sunday school in two parts. Despite bad weather, a large audience enjoyed the musical program directed by George Fish with Walter Barstow guiding the Sunday school. The cast featured Wilbur Johnson as Santa Claus and Lilla Cutler as Mrs Santa Claus among many performers, with multiple choruses and a lively finale. Over 150 presents were distributed by Santa Claus at the end.
The ad explains two kinds of shampooing, distinguishing a health enhancing method from mere cleaning. It notes options for washing positions both old fashioned and upright, and offers to dry hair by hand with any preferred soap. It presents shampooing as a luxury and invites customer customization.
Superintendent W T Barstow led a church program where gifts including books and items were given to Rev Ralph Gillam and his wife. Har ry Osgood and Norman Johnson presented cantata graphophone selections and the pastor received a tele phone. Mrs Gillam was honored with a money purse while Sunday school teachers were remembered by their scholars and many other gifts were given.
The fall of snow last night greatly facilitated the efforts of Kris Krinkle. Continued on page five.
In Armstrong Missouri Rev N B Naylor joined five couples in a group wedding conducted last night. The brides and grooms formed a circle around the minister, clasped hands, and took their vows. The participants belonged to a matrimonial club that had planned simultaneous marriages by the same pastor.
Associate Justice Jackson Temple of the California Supreme Court is dead in San Francisco. Born August 11, 1827 in Massachusetts, he came to California in 1852 and served as district and superior court judge before three elections to the state supreme court. His widow and children reside at his Santa Rosa home.
The Echo De La Frontera claims the Mexican secretary of communications and public works authorized a new sea service connecting Guaymas Topolobampo La Paz and San Jose del Cabo with Pacific United States ports. The notice also mentions a local hosiery ad for men from HW IL Talley & Co at 69 Merrimack Street.
The Fifth Street Baptist church choir hosted a farewell in the dining room for organist and choirmaster F. H. Haywood who leaves for St. Clement’s Episcopal in Brooklyn to assume his duties. Members presented him with $10 in gold and extended best wishes for success in his new post.
Lowell orchestral society hosts Mary Howe for a return recital at Huntington hall next Sunday. Critics compare her to Sembrich and Gerster after grand opera study abroad. Reserved seats 75 50 and 26 cents at Austin’s music store. a Christmas program accompanies the performance.
A. G. Pollard & Co offers remaining toy department items at half market price. Includes children's chairs, carriages, go-carts, furniture, games, dolls, pianos, lanterns, horses, and more. Price tiers listed from 10c to $1.00, with many items at 50c and 25c.
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