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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1899
Page
8
A clipped calendar snippet shows sunrise and moonrise times for multiple days, listing sunrises at 7.13 and moonrises at 2.02 am, with sun settings at 4.19 and day length noted as 9.06 hours. The data points span several dates in a monthly sequence, reflecting a public notice style local record.
Yesterday afternoon and night were fine but the cold was pronounced. Morning found thicker ice on ponds with sub freezing temperatures. For Massachusetts snow is forecast tonight with northwest winds from Boston.
Gershom C. Bassett of Ward 7 seeks the post of superintendent of public buildings. Gookin Bros. workers received ten pound turkeys for Christmas. Supt. Gillow weighs Goodwin’s air tight weather strips to improve schoolhouse comfort and fuel savings.
Solon Mason of 188 Fletcher Street fell while attempting to kick a football yesterday afternoon and broke his hip. He was taken by ambulance to St. John's Hospital last night.
Mohair Phish Cricket club hosts a Dec 29 social at Highland hall with concert dancing and refreshments. The Mohair quartet featuring David Hird Isaac Mason Rylah Firth Alfred Favor and performers Glendolin Wilson and Mrs Leonard Hartley will appear plus Mason solo and Mason with Favor in a net. Ladies in charge of refreshments include Mrs Rylan Firth Mrs J W Harrison Mrs John Dobbs Mrs David Hird Mrs Alfred Favor Mrs J Northsop Mrs Brook Southam and Mrs Thomas Southam. J W Harrison is general manager and David Hambleton floor director.
City clerk notified department heads that the eight hour law for city employees is in effect. Workers likely begin the eight-hour schedule today. Some claim they were entitled to eight hours from the mayor’s signing of the resolution and deserve extra vacation for hours worked since then.
The Kitson Machine company handed out 100 boxes of cigars to workers Saturday at noon as a token of appreciation before quitting time.
The Collinsville Mission Sunday school held its annual Christmas concert on Sunday afternoon despite bad weather with children speaking pieces and singing carols led by Rev. Worth. A Monday evening Christmas tree featured Santa Claus, a short program by Addison Avery and the school, and distribution of presents, candy, and popcorn to children and attendees.
The Dartmouth Glee and Mandolin clubs performed a strong show at Odd Fellows hall despite absences and a troublesome program. The concert featured soloist Brooks and violinist O Sullivan though both were not fully present, yet the programs showcased solid training and engaging ensemble work. The Tech glee and mandolin groups followed with a lively night at Associate hall, mixing songs with a reading by William R. Page and a social dance led by Mrs. Chalifoux and Mrs. Pollard, leaving the audience entertained and the clubs poised for future success.
Lowell mill firemen plan a push for a 10 percent wage raise claiming they were overlooked when others got raises and that many have yet to benefit from recent increases. A formal request will be sent to agents after a local union meeting.
State President Tierney of Boston, Vice President Barrett of Lowell, and Secretary Maguire of Fall River spoke on wage disparities with other states. Union members criticized night shifts, ending shifts at 10 PM, and preparation of boilers. they planned action for higher wages. Semi annual officer election produced Charles Turkshaw as President and a slate including Hugh J Gallagher and Wm Mitchell among others.
The Kirk Street Sunday School held a Christmas event with a tree and an evening program. Children sang, recited, and performed piano solos while Santa distributed presents. Mrs. Frank K. Stearns organized the dining rooms and officers managed the decorations in the vestry.
The First Unitarian Church Sunday school held a children's Christmas tree event from 4 to 6 pm with W. D. LeRoy of Boston performing a magic act. Candies were produced from bran and toys were distributed. Refreshments followed as church notes announced future ecumenical services and evangelistic programs led by Mr. E. P. Telford of London.
John F. Ryan, 33, died of confluent small pox at a hospital and was buried in the Catholic Cemetery with germicidal washing and an airtight coffin. Health officials supervised the cremation precautions, barred attendance, and warned of possible further cases while noting vaccination could have prevented the death. Ryan, born in Wilton New Hampshire, had lived in Lowell four years and is survived by his parents and four siblings.
Amos Bardwell Heywood died at his Court street home after a long illness. A 75 year old Keene resident, he taught, studied medicine, ran Franklin grammar school for 21 years, and wrote letters published in the Lowell Courier. He held multiple civic roles, aided music groups, and helped local schools and societies. Survived by a widow and daughter, the Rev. Dr. Burnham previously led the Keene Congregational church.
The street railroad employer ordered a grand floral piece for the late Superintendent Begley. An arch five feet high and four feet wide formed the centerpiece with a lyre of roses. White ribbons bearing "Our Superintendent" hung from each side. The base featured roses lilies and immortelles reading From the employees of the L. & S. R. R. Co.
Fraternal groups including Mt Zion lodge Good Templars held regular meetings with one new member application. Burkes elect officers for the year. Greenhalge and Lowell councils hosted sessions and banquets. multiple lodges reported installations, initiations, and committees for future events.
James S Hastings and Lynette A Wayes wed on December 25 by Rev J M Craig. They plan a New York and Washington visit before settling on Bridge Street. Also a quiet home marriage of Daniel Pusher and Jennie Nichols on December 28, with Appleton Street as their residence. George E Sawtelle and Alice M Thompson also married December 23 by Rev Thomas Haworth.
The Weybosset club held its eighth social last night at Highland hall with the Excelsior orchestra providing music. Floor director F. T. Massey and assistant Bert Nichols led the event as club officers. A quoted exchange from the Chicago Record reflects playful banter among attendees about a cracked wheat dish.
A meeting of the Lowell evening high school class of 1900 was held last evening. Routine business was completed and the constitution adopted with two amendments after reconsideration. Mr. J Wallace Mr. H Sullivan and Miss Walker were named finance committee.
Reserved seats for season tickets available at Austin's music store before Friday. After this deadline, seats not held by honorary members go to the public. Adamowski of the Boston Symphony and Lang, popular Boston tenor, will join the orchestra for next Sunday's recital.
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