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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1903
Page
9
Ayer Home hosts a Christmas observance with children gathered around a sparkling tree and receiving gifts from Mr. C. A. Richardson. Outside friends sent many presents while carols were sung and the community watched the scene of benediction from the Christ Child figure.
Santa arrived by automobile to Gorham Street church and emerged from a fireplace onto the vestry stage at 8 o clock. Rev N W Mathews led the program with hymns, readings, solos and a tree gift moment. George P Bowring portrayed Santa as others assisted. the Sunday school officers and members handed out presents to all.
In Fletcher street a grand tree loaded with gifts was prepared for 34 residents of the Old Ladies' Home. 29 down stairs enjoyed the festivity, five confined to rooms received gifts, each at least two. Mr Cameron of Tewksbury Milk supplied the tree and setting. A Christmas dinner and a phonograph entertainment by Mrs Bartlett were planned for the day.
The Mt Vernon Free Baptist Church held its annual Christmas tree event with nearly 200 presents distributed from the tree. Santa Claus aided by volunteers distributed gifts as decorations brightened the gathered audience and remarks on the day’s spirit were offered by Rev S D Millin.
A Christmas Eve program at the First Baptist Church auditorium featured two spruce trees and spangled lights creating a charming display. Electrical effects flickered among the branches as children sang. Mrs. S. T. Ford organized the event which drew a large audience and many gifts for distribution.
A large audience watched a Christmas event as a crowd of children and a smaller troop of youths gathered. The big trees stood stripped like sentinels while men and ladies from the church handled the decorating and Arthur Mowatt did the careful electrical setup.
The Wor then Street M. E. Sunday school held a Christmas festival with an extended program. A stage presentation titled The Birds' Christmas Carol featured Mrs. Ruggles and cast, including Sarah Maude Ruggles and Julia McKissock. A large Jack-in-the-box style gift display triggered the distribution of gifts, assisted by Robert F. Allen, John H. Johnson, and a team of ushers led by William McKenzie.
At 1130 pm the new bell tolled for the first time calling the faithful to midnight mass at St Kasimir’s Roger’s street. The packed church drew Poles and spectators of many nations for the third annual midnight rite in Lowell. Rev Stanislaw Nowakowski led a high mass with a child choir in red and white Polish dress marching to the sanctuary railings. The Young Girls’ Sodality marched with lit tapers as violinists and organist accompanied the service. A duet by violinists, a solo by Stella Blozejewska, and a Polish carol Kolanda concluded the ceremony after a special sermon by the pastor.
Sergt Crowley and Officer Corrihan detained Mary Metcalf of Mammoth road on Thursday night around 10 30 after noting she carried many dry goods items with multiple store marks. She is to be charged in police court with larceny.
The Red Star line steamer Finland, which went aground December 19 near Flushing, was refloated today and anchored in the roads. The extent of the damage remains undetermined.
Munyon's Paw-Paw is advertised as scientific for digestion and assimilation, claiming to prevent dyspepsia and cure catarrh through a physiological action. The pitch urges readers to try it for nervousness, despondency, and general weakness, promising uplift and wholesome health, with large bottles priced at $1 and laxative pills at 25 cents.
Edward S. Moran was arrested Thursday afternoon by Officers Crowley and Grinnell on Central street with a 22 pound turkey. Moran claimed it came from Union Market, which denied the sale. Market owner McGarvey reported a missing turkey. Police kept the bird in a cool spot while awaiting court, with health inspectors looming over possible continuances.
Louise A Baldwin of Boston donates 5000 to Lowell General Hospital in memory of her brother Henry M Knowles. The gift, aimed at perpetual mercy work and health for numerous patients, honors the late John A Knowles, prominent local lawyer and bank president. The article lauds the enduring impact of the gift and the family’s connection to Lowell.
A modern Greek tragedy titled Galatea will be performed at the Academy of Music Sunday afternoon by a company from Athens led by Dionysius Tavoulares, a famed Royal Theatre actor. The five act tragedy by S. N. Basileiades retells the Pygmalion tale with Greek hymn singing likely to end the performance.
The Mt Vernon Free Will Baptist church held its annual business meeting on Tuesday with pastor remarks. Reports from the church clerk and treasurer were read and accepted. new members Linnett and Bessie Green joined. Deacons Coram Abbot and Nixon reelected. Coram named treasurer. Etta Pierce resigns as clerk, Roy Hamlet appointed as clerk. Flanders named second organist. Sick committee and ushers listed for 1904 along with standing committee and tax duties. Christmas morning show windows resembled church fair remnants.
The appropriation committee, despite lacking a quorum, heard requests for 35922 in new borrowing to fund annual needs. Totals cover city debt interest 19200, heating and lighting 262, messenger sundries 50, fire department 3500, city weigher 10, election expenses 1000, city hall fuel 350, supplies 150, almshouse 7500, and almshouse wood 3500. Three department heads presented their shortfalls and the panel adjourned to Saturday.
A collection of testimonials from S L Tinker Chicago Columbus and other households praising Peruna for bowels colds catarrh stomach and general health. Letters recount cures and improved well being across generations, highlighting Peruna as a trusted remedy and inviting readers to seek Dr. Hartman’s free medical advice.
Notre Dame academy staged a lively Christmas program with pupils of the school, alumnae, and St Patrick’s clergy in attendance. The varied acts included Christmas Galop, Christmaseverywhere recitation, The Heirs of Rockford comedy, and a modern American play Venus, all praised for breezy American spirit and polished performances by young amateurs.
Mr. Charles W. Leach, conductor on the Boston & Maine Southern Division, received a solid silver lantern as a Christmas Eve gift from grateful passengers. George H. Sweet nam spoke for the group as the crowded car filled with cheers and warm regard for Leach’s courtesy and friendly conduct.
Fire Marshal Casey, in Thérididy, reports two Bibeault and Davis Sargent fire cases remain baffling. He calls fires highly mysterious and notes the possibility of incendiarism cannot yet be proven. Early impressions suggested Lowell could be a fire bug, but nothing definite ties to a suspect.
Earlier announcements set January 4 as the main date for students to reenter the school with classes resuming on Tuesday January 5 the day after the boarders return.
An illustrated booklet offers a seven day personally conducted trip from Boston with all expenses paid for 25 dollars. Jan 15–29 Feb 12–26 Mar 11–25 Apr 5–22 May 6. Three Florida tours Jan 25 Feb 8 Mar 7 priced 59.50. two weeks in Land of Sunshine. Send to Joseph P. Taggart N E P A 360 Washington St Boston Mass.
Ellingwood and Co advertise Hyomei as a guaranteed cure for catarrh in Lowell. The inhaler-based treatment claims to purify air passages, enrich blood, and heal mucous membranes from head to kidneys. A full Hyomei outfit costs $1 and includes an inhaler and dropper with several weeks of treatment.
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