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Newspaper

Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1901

Page

2

Lowell Lobsters Top Clinton in Fast Polo Showdown

Lowell defeats Clinton as Jean Lewis and Pierce star on offense while Cashman shines for visitors in a high paced game at Huntington hall. Clinton struggles in third period, failing to sustain Brockton-style pressure after a strong start.

Brockton Shoe Merchants Clinton Lowell Huntington Hall Connolly Lewis Jean Piere Cunningham Brockton Brockon Corn Huskers Lowell Stars Tommy Holderness Wiley Lawrence Pierce Parsons Fox Cashman Cieoth Hadley Paul Gardner Lowell Boys

Portland Defeats Salem in Dull 6-1 Game

Portland defeated Salem 6 to 1 in a life less and uninteresting contest. Salem was weakened by an absence, leaving the game with a sparse showing and little notable action.

Portlan Portland Salem Onight

Portland and Salem Clash in Tight Ballgame

Portland defeats Salem 6 to 1 in a low scoring contest as Murphy Jason Campbell and Craig McKay star for Portland while Murphy and Heffernan lead Salem. O'Hara Doherty and Mallory contribute key plays as referee O'Brien and timer Dyer oversee the match with an attendance listed as 00.

Wootke Craig Portland Salem Jason Murphy Campbell Craig McKay Ce O'Hara Cameron Doherty Mallory G Heffernan Campbell Portigd FRAO Isc eSesateeae Fason Sacs Murphy Portland Murphy Steps—Heffernan Mallory Foul—Doherty O’brien Timer—Dyer

Worcester Polo Beats Lewiston 4-1 Before 1000 Fans

The Worcester polo team defeated Lewiston 4 to 1 in front of about 1000 spectators. Daly starred, with Merc er Houghton and McGilvray strong in attack. Scoring details list Daly and Lewiston players, including Burgess and Bannon, while Referee McGeachy and Timer Jere Delaney oversaw the match.

Worcester Lewiston Daly R Mercer Houghton R McGilvray Devlin Mooney Bartlett Hayes Bannon G Burgess Daly Ata McGilvray

Polo League Scores From Three Matches

Lowell-Lowell defeated Clinton 11 to 5 while Portland beat Salem 6 to 1. Worcester won 4 to 0 over Lewis ton.

Polo Shots Move Through Maine Rivalries and Indoor Polo

Portland plays in Lowell Tuesday night with Hobe Whiting new to the Lewiston line and Paul Gardner impressing Clinton fans. Worcester support grows despite reverses as locals enjoy the game. Clinton bids farewell to Brockton and eyes a fast polo, while Worcester dominates and Portland Lewiston Lowell Lawrence clashes intensify.

Rivalry Grows Between Worcester And Clinton Teams

The Worcester Spy notes a second-rate club beating champions twice this year and receiving praise from supporters as the Worcester and Clinton rivalry is praised as intense. The piece likens it to famed local rivalries and calls for a future Worcester Clinton matchup.

Worcester Clint N Clinton Lowell Lawrence

Blacks and Reds Clash in 5-1 Loss for Reds at Y.M.C.A.

In a crowded Y.M.C.A. gym last night the Blacks beat the Reds 5-1, while the Maroons overwhelmed the Greens 15-1. Dillon of the Blacks starred at guard and Rufus Robitaille of the Greens earned second in basket honors. Meister officiated and Bruce kept score.

Blacks Reds Maroons Greens Dillon Rufus Robitaille Meister Bruce

FELTZ THE VICTOR IN SAVANNAH BOXING SHOWDOWN

Tommy Feltz of Brooklyn and Kid Henning of Washington met in Savannah for the 112 pound title before the Savannah A C. The planned 25 round decision bout lasted under one round as Henning was knocked down four times and counted out twice. After the fourth knockdown the referee halted the match to prevent further punishment.

Savannah, Ga Tommy Feltz Brooklyn Kid Henning Washington Savannah A. C Menning Mill Henning

College Gym Directors Meet At Columbia University

The society of college gymnasium directors held its annual meeting at Columbia University. Papers were read and subcommittees named for strength tests with Dr. D. A. Sargent of Harvard Dr. J. W. Seaver of Yale and Dr. W. L. Savage of Columbia. Other directors included Dr. W. G. Anderson Yale Dr. D. A. Sargent Harvard and Prof. George Goldie Princeton and Dr. Fred E. Parker Brown University.

New York Society of College Gymnasium Columbia University D. A. Sargent Harvard J. W. Seaver Yale W. L. Savage Columbia W. G. Anderson George Goldie Princeton Fred E. Parker Brown University

Prominent Cape Cod Leader Allegedly Horsewhipped

Eben B. Crocker, Barnstable board of selectmen chair and former county sheriff, is said to have been whipped by Jane Dickson in a village blacksmith shop after remarks about McClure Peters. The incident, kept quiet at first, has sparked townwide gossip and concern.

Barnstable Eben B. Crocker Board of Selectmen Barnstable County Cape Cod Jane Dickson McClure Peters New Bedford Miss Dickson Mr. Peters Bach Klondike Holway Mr. Crocker Crocker

Watertown Factory Burns in Crystal Springs Blaze

Watertown on December 27 reports the Crystal Springs company starch and flour factory destroyed by fire tonight. The storehouse was saved by firefighters, with estimated losses around 40000 dollars, deemed likely covered by insurance.

Watertown Crystal Springs Company

Big Sum for Charity Will Gives Near 150000 for Education

Boston December 27 The will of Mrs Susan Cornelia Warren widow of Samuel D Warren filed for probate awards nearly 150000 dollars for educational and charitable purposes.

Boston Susan Cornelia Warren Samuel D. Warren

Devoe Paint Outlasts Lead and Oil Mix

A comparison notes Devoe Lead and Zinc Paint lasts twice as long as a hand mixed lead and oil coating. The report highlights durability, with implied performance advantages for Devoe in long wear scenarios.

Devoe

Week of Prayer Topics Set by Evangelical Alliance

New York December 27 1901 Evangelical Alliance leaders invite global observance of the United States week of united and universal prayer January 5 to 13 1902 Suggestions assign themes by day with topics including The Vision of God in Christ Our Nation Our Churches Christian Missions The Family and the School and The Coming of the Kingdom Services and sermons planned for Sundays January 5 and 12 are noted as appropriate.

New York Wm. E. Dodge L. T. Chamberlain Evangelical Alliance For the United States Evangelical Alliances of the World United and Universal Prayer Servons

Consul Goodrow Considered as Provisional Fiscal Agent

A Washington dispatch reports Secretary Gage will urge the State department to appoint Consul General Goodrow as provisional fiscal agent of the United States with authority to accept the amortization and interest on the Chinese indemnity at Pekin. A permanent agent will await Taft’s return and cabinet guidance. The selection of the agent rests with Hay, Gage, and Root.

New York Washington the Tribune Gage State Department Goodrow United States Pekin America Hay, Gage Root

Rumors of Revolution Suppressed in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires reports police dispersed street demonstrations yesterday evening amid rumors of a revolution lacking foundation. Police occupy several streets to curb further manifestations while Dr Alcortaz downplays the issue and expects a satisfactory accord with Chilean foreign minister Senor Yanez tomorrow.

Buenos Ayres Galveston Texas Alcortaz Associated Press Senor Yanez

Shot by his brother in law in Alabama murder

Birmingham Ala Dec 27 West Reach a well known citizen of Boston was shot and instantly killed today by Tom Stewart his brother in law Stewart surrendered to an officer saying he had intended to kill Reach for ill treating his sister Reach had threatened to kill him and his brother Stewart was accompanied by his brother and both are jailed at Centreville All involved belong to prominent families.

Biringham Ala West Reach Boston Tom Stewart Stewart Reach Stoma Stewart Centreville

Turkish Atrocity Report From Sofia on Bulgarian Woman

The Morning Leader quotes a Sofia dispatch saying American consul general T. M. Dickinson received a Bulgarian woman’s complaint. She alleges that while traveling to Medonia in Macedonia with eight Turkish escort soldiers, a Turkish frontier guard lieutenant assaulted her beyond Dschumaya, and the escort did not defend her.

London Morning Leader Sofia T. M. Dickinson Samakeov Bulgaria Medonia Macedonia Dschumaya

Germany to Attach Agricultural Experts to Key Consulates

Berlin on December 27 reports the German government will attach agricultural experts to major consulates. The first expert is to be sent to the United States as agricultural developments there are now more closely observed.

Berlin United States

Hickey Shifts American Association Meet Date to Kansas City

St. Joseph report says Thomas J. Hickey announces the next American Association meeting will be held in Kansas City next Monday, altering an earlier plan to meet in Chicago. The update clarifies venue for members and observers in Kansas City.

St. Joseph, Mo Thomas J. Hickey American Association Kansas City Chicago

Peach Crop Ruined in Southwest Michigan by Cold Wave

The cold wave destroyed the peach crop across southwest Michigan, with exceptions in the St. Joseph, Lake Shore and Fair Plain districts.

St. Joseph Michigan Lake Shore Fair Plain

Girl Drowns Saving Sisters In Danbury Ice Incident

In Danbury Connecticut on December 27 Ollie Atherton fourteen years old drowned while attempting to rescue her sister Susie and Ira Baisley who had fallen through thin ice on White's pond earlier today.

Danbury, Conn Susie Ira Baisley White's Pond Ollie Atherton

Eddie Santry Defeats Ole Oleson on Foul in Round Two

Omaha reports Eddie Santry of Chicago won by foul decision over Ole Oleson of Chicago in a contest that was to run twenty rounds, the foul occurring in the second round.

Omaha Neb Eddie Santry Chicago Ole Oleson

For Sale Two Story Homes Near Ellectrics Line

FOR SALE Extra good 2 story 2 tenement house with five rooms and bath in each tenement, separate front and back, large land, on electrics line. $2100, terms to suit. Also for sale 2 miles from Lowell post office five acres land nearly new buildings, fruit, one acre wood, good for poultry. $1200. Apply T H Elliott 64 Central St.

Lowell Post Office T. H. Elliott Central Street

Dr Thomas Electric Oil Brings Instant Pain Relief on Farm

Accidents frequent on farms with cuts stings and bruises. Dr Thomas Electric Oil relieves pain instantly and is advertised as essential safety for farm use.

Thomas

Joseph and his brothers Bible study lesson overview

A compact 1901 Sunday School lesson guide outlines Joseph’s life from sold into Egypt to Moses birth, exile and lead roles. It pairs each Genesis and Exodus episode with Golden Texts and brief moral reflections on faith, providence, patience, forgiveness, God’s presence, and salvation typology.

Numbering Our Days in a Christian Endeavor Message

Comment by Rev. H. Doyle urges Dec 29 week focus on the brevity of life and the need to number our days. Moses’ Psalm 90 is cited to urge wisdom over folly, with calls to apply hearts to wisdom and to serve diligently before the night comes. The piece ends with prayer meeting guidance and selected Bible readings.

Tovic H. Doyle Moses God Man Servant of God

Reverence for God and Moral Integrity

Two passages discuss reverence toward God as essential for believers and note the era’s erosion of sacred regard. They urge humility, self awareness, and consistent Christian conduct, linking true faith to upright behavior toward others and avoidance of harsh speech.

The Victory by Isaac O Rankin

The piece argues that spiritual growth, not haste, shapes Christlike character. Experience requires experiment and overcoming. patience must complete its work. True triumph comes through faith and patience, contributing to the Son of Man's final glory.

Isaac O. Rankin

The Wonderful Simplicity of Christy Message

Adolph Tarnack's What Is Christianity argues that Jesus' gospel is remarkably simple yet deeply rich. It suggests His words exhaust but also endlessly unfold, with Christ Himself behind all He taught and the parables.

Jesus Adolph Tarnack

Sunday church services across many venues in town

A compiled list of Sunday schedules across numerous churches including Rev. Ford, Kenyon, Morang, True, Wilson, Dilts, McNally, and others. Services span morning and evening times with Sunday schools, youth meetings, and special affiliations across Chelmsford to Dracut, featuring multiple Protestant, Catholic, and universalist congregations with noted pastors and locations.

T. Ford Young People’s Society Chelmsford Street A. E. Kenyon Union Free Baptist Church Barristers Hall Central Street W. A. Morang Immanuel Baptist Church Blossom Street Gotham Fair Grounds Robert F. True Worthen Street Chas. R. McNally Branch Street’ Tabernacle Fifth Street Baptist Henry W. Millington Central Congregational Church Dracut F. I. Kelley Pawtucket William G. Poor Trinitarian Dutton Street Geo. F. Kenngett Sander School London Street C. EF. Poole Kirk Street W. A. Bartlett John Street Geo. H. Johnson T. French Congregationa Fletcher and Bowers Streets L. G Cote High Street C. W. Huntington Hillside J. P. Richardson Eliot Summer Street E. Victor Bigelow J. M. Greene D. D Y. P. S. Cel Highland T. Clayton Welles Westford Street Franke A. Warfield Y. P C. E

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Lowell Clinton Lewis R Cunningham Lincoln Pierce Hadley Jean Gardner Fox Lowell Lewis Tanga Csdornese'ee Lowell Pierce Fox Hadley Tommy Connolly R. C Paradis PIOIL Ellingwood Wrug Hibbard Orchestra Hardman Jacob Doll Ring Merrimack Street Lewiston L Hobe Whiting Tewiston Whiting Mechanics Hall Flagg Clinton Rooters Bone Caravan Lations National League Lincoln Plymouth Clinton Boys Bockton Clintons Feltz College Gym Joker Rhodes’ New Hair Store Merrimack ST Evangelical Alliance Consul Goodrow Oleson Golden Text Villi D. M. Stearns American Press Association Joseph Egypt Christ Pharaoh Israel World’s Temperance Legion Aaron Ivy Larsson Isaac Red Sea Mary Christian Endeavor Nashville Chris- Han Baptist Methodist M. EB Louis Blanchet Centralville Brill and Hildreth Streets Leon E. Be Episcopal St. Anne's Church Kirk Anne A. St. John Chambre St. John’s Gorham _ street Manchester House of Prayer Walker Street Warner E. L. Ward Presbyterian Westminster Tyler Street D. A. McPhie First Appleton Street Jas. M. Craig Universalist Hurd Street C. E. Fisher Grace R. A. Greene Unitarian Charles T. Billings Catholic St. Patrick’s St. Peter's Gorham Street Achael Rowan Sunda School Sacred Heart Moore Street Hiss Unday St. Jean Baptiste Merrimack Opies Cee St. Joseph’s Oblate Free Church Middlesex Street George C. Wright Union Mission Paige Street Ret K —Elder W. ©. Westcott Borshes O. Union Mission Barr Buhayhs Onshall Jens’ Hall Ak ‘Elmney Seidl Central Mission Stread Street New Church Bim Y State West Sixth Street Isaac Lafleur Meron Coburn Varnum Avenue Ayer City Tanner Tyaneviake Ieee Bal Christ Pard Advent Christian Grand Street Old Odd Fellows Ylall Evangelical Lutheran Church Meagowcroft Street J. V. Bodermay
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