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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1901
Page
10
A compact reader note lists December sunrises and moonrise timing with sunset and length of day figures. The entry appears as a brief almanac style reference for observers, noting daily celestial events for the month.
Fragmentary notice from the Daily Courier dated December 2 1801. Limited readable text. no clear event, person, or organization specified beyond the newspaper and date.
Hanson & Co will receive 25 cows at their Rock Street stable on Wednesday, including 12 extra large Holsteins, offered by private sale. Geo H Wood advertises a 98c window and many Christmas leftovers. Chris Holmes continues to offer tremendous garment bargains for women this fall.
Ed Saunders leaves Massa mills for Borden mills Fall River. Mrs Melcher and Mr Cutting guests of Mrs Armstrong on Christmas Day. Mrs Osborn returns from Quincy visit. Mollie Ivers praised soprano at vesper service. Amy Williams hosts third birthday party with music and games. George W Chase receives Indian war gifts from Lowell workers. Pelham old liners dance a success. Unitarian church Fraternity party draws 50 couples with music by Hibbards orchestra and late dancing.
Frank Thorpe and a man named Harrington were arrested yesterday afternoon by Inspector Donaldson and Officer Dennett on Lakeview Avenue after hours of disturbances. Thorpe, an old offender, habitually drinks and fights defenseless men. A prior incident involved Thorpe knocking down an elderly man on the Bridge Street Bridge, who, though intoxicated, declined to press charges.
The Free Church of the Ministry at Large hosted a Christmas festival with lights and decorations for Sunday school children and friends. Two trees and five hundred presents were featured. thirty-five families received private Christmas dinners the day before.
An old advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a constitutional remedy for catarrh and related symptoms. It includes a testimonial from Kk. Lone of California Junction Iowa praising relief of catarrh, improved appetite and sleep, and overall system rebuilding. The copy asserts Hood's Sarsaparilla cures catarrh of the nose throat and bowels and removes its effects.
In Middlesex probate court at East Cambridge Judge McIntyre heard arguments over three Welch wills dating back to 1886. The case centers on forgery and the source of the documents with about 40 heirs and Mrs Martha Munsey as key mover. Witnesses testified about signatures ink and suspected manipulation by Munsey Chandler and others as officers chased the truth.
Continued on page four the Columbia theatre in Boston will reopen next Monday evening with Frank L. Perley’s comedians in The Chaperons a musical piece praised for humor and dazzling costuming scenery and ensemble. The cast features Harry Conor Walter Jones J C Miron Marie Cahill Eva Tanguay Mae Stebbins and other favorites in a large chorus.
The advertisement warns against careless health habits and promotes Father John's Medicine as a pure, non opium remedy that builds strength and cures colds throat and lung troubles. It cites Rev Fr O'Brien endorsement and offers a money back guarantee if it cannot cure.
Consumers urged to ensure genuineness of imported Carlsbad Sprudel Salt with every bottle bearing the Eisner Mendelson Co signature as sole agents in New York.
A wedding occurred yesterday at 7 a.m. in St. Joseph's chapel as Michael Michaud married Miss Clara Paquette, officiated by Rev. Fr. Amyette. The couple then left for their honeymoon on the 9:45 train, after a festive reception at the bride's Austin street home.
A Christmas wedding was held Wednesday at 2 pm in the chapel of St Joseph's parochial residence. Tancard Trottier married Miss Clara Sigman with Rev Fr Amyotte officiating. Witnesses were G G Dinq Mars and Philip Sigman. The couple then went to 79 Davidson Street for a reception and wed ding repast amid congratulations.
Mr Joseph A Mahan of New England Telephone and Miss Mary A Kennedy of Sacred Heart parish wed Wednesday at Sacred Heart chapel in a ceremony led by Rev John Reynolds O M I. The bride wore white mousseline de soie and carried roses with bridesmaid Lilla Maban in white silk. Best man was George Laflamme. A reception followed at the bride’s Andrews street home with many gifts. The couple left at 9 20 for Boston and planned visits to New York and Washington.
In Charlestown on December 23 Miss Susie Wilson of Malden formerly of Lowell married Mr. Clarence B. Ross by Rev A E Herrick. The bride’s sister Miss Eva Wilson attended and the best man was Mr. Gillispie. The couple will reside in Charles town.
The board chaired by McMahon met at city hall due to Supt Saunders illness. They read the resignation of ward and dispensary physician Dr W A Johnson with successor to be chosen next month. Saunders report showed 457 inmates, four deaths, three births. 152 tramps entertained. Secretary Courtney noted John Butcher of 15 Watson avenue had half his tongue removed for cancer and rent aid was discussed. Sympathy expressed for Saunders whose recovery seemed doubtful.
Ambu lance surgeon Dr Frederick G Burnham has bought a large farm at Grafton NH and moved with his family. Dr McIntosh will fill his role until the overseers of the poor elect a successor at the next monthly meeting. Burnham served about five years after succeeding the late Dr Ricker in a conscientious manner. Several candidates are reported for the position.
A man named Hardy reports that Thomas Kelley stole $22 from his pocket during a midnight talk on Moody street. Kelley is arrested by Officer Grady and later by Lieut. Brosnan with others on Middlesex street. Five dollars in bills found in Kelley's hat band. he claimed only a 25 cent piece remained. Radiator brushes priced at 35c at C. B. Corburn & Co.
Yesterday afternoon the Corie Pay ton stock company repeated The Charity Ball to a good house. Miss Linden impressed as Anne and Mr. Corbett played John van Buren well. Croélius and Lombard are favorites. Razares and the Goldsmith sisters hit. The evening offer Christopher Jr pleased. Taken From Life is set for this afternoon and The Wife for tonight.
Renowned banjo soloist Fred S. Stuber practices three hours daily fueling his reputation as a premier vaudeville feature. He cites a lifelong passion for the banjo and praises the instrument’s tone and melody while critics note his advanced artistry. The show continues to receive strong public praise ahead of next week’s headliner bill.
Fred Irwins Majestic Burlesquers delivered by far the season's best performance at Music Hall. The Burke brothers excel in multiple roles with bright musical numbers led by Grace LaRue and a strong ensemble including Lenna B Howes Ladies Military Band and 22 week Pan American company Devil's Daughter touring next.
May Parker presents her Little Pickannnnies and concert company hailed by many as a top entertainment organization, slated to appear in a forthcoming venue lineup with a lively performance.
In Lowell on the last night of 1901 at Odd Fellows temple a company famed for splendid success in American cities will appear. A large crowd will doubtless greet the troupe in Lowell as it continues its Canton Pawtucket course and attracts attention in this region.
The Katherine Ridgeway Concert company including Maud E. Paradis narrowly escaped disaster near Asheville North Carolina when their train collided with a dynamite laden freight car. The engineer applied brakes in time and no cars derailed though the engine was badly damaged. The dynamite car held about a ton of explosive. The company, now in Pittsburgh after a South tour, will proceed west.
The annual Christmas tree and entertainment drew a large crowd at Collinsville Union Mission. Verna Thompson, William Teal, Grace Dunning, Inez Beals, Beulah Dodge sang. readings by Hamilton, Small, Coburn, Edna Coburn, Parker. Santa arrived after a long journey, distributed gifts with helpers. Teachers' Bible presented to George B. Brown. Brown gifted Worth with envelope from Ladies' Sewing circle. Decorating committee praised. Accompanists Jessie Burden and Ethelyn Grierson.
Hat sales feature Derby or Fedora shapes in various colors from 1.00 to 5.09, with exchange policy on purchased hats. Special values in neckwear include latest shapes and shades and novelties priced at 0.50 each.
P Blazer and Co operate as hatters and outfitters at the central market street corner, offering hats and clothing items through a local storefront.
A dense notice lists cottages and tenements for rent or sale across Pawtucketville Highlands Belvidere with prices from 5 to 30 dollars. Properties include seven to twelve rooms, steam heat baths water stables and large grounds. W E Dodge real estate room 4 243 Central St.
A business has resumed operations at 26 Gorham Street. The note highlights the quality of work and prompts for orders by mail or telephone, with the contact number 952-2 and assurances of prompt attention.
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