Folklore and politics mix in a stream of brief notes
Commentary touches on temperance against southern influence, Cuba policy by Senator Lodge, boxing as friction, New Hampshire clergy opposing drink, Ash Wednesday observation by florist Marshall, Chelmsford Coons, Middlesex peach crop, marriage column, electrics to Tewsbury, winter ice plant, market gardeners with double truck cars, and an Irish undertaker running for office offering free burials to voters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
Tramp and Nodd Exchange Quips and Schoolyard Jests
A collection of brief humorous exchanges from a late 19th or early 20th century page. Includes a street character demanding food and threats of the hull profession, a polite worry about Witherby late at night, a child noting microbes in drinking water, and Georgie crying after a prank about a tack in the chair.
Blindness Strikes New Jersey Young Man in Dark Room
Christopher Stelle, a Waldron Machine Works employee in New Brunswick, was blinded after turning on incandescent lights in a photographic dark room. Doctors say the optic nerves were apparently paralyzed by the glare, though recovery is possible and sight may return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christopher Stelle
Waldron Machine Works
New Brunswick
N. J
Stelle
Lowell Weekly Journal Sets Model Paper For Homes
The Lowell Weekly Journal is touted as a premier local paper for Northern Middlesex homes and a top advertising medium for Lowell merchants. It includes 12 columns of local news from 30 towns, a farmers institute report, G A R encampment story, a Trumpet Blast from Rev Dr Talmage, plus ads and other valuable features.
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Lowell Weekly Journal
Middlesex
Lowell
Farmers’ Institute
Talmage
Money deposit rules at Traders National Bank notice
Money deposited in the savings department of Traders National Bank at 30 Middlesex Street and 11 Post Office Avenue on or before Tuesday March 3 will earn four percent interest per year from March 1. Interest may be withdrawn or added to principal on July 1 and January 1. Bank hours: 8 am to 4 pm weekdays, Saturdays 8 am to 1 pm and 7 to 9 pm. William F. Hills, Cashier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Traders National Bank
Middlesex Street
Post Office Avenue
William F. Hills
Oriental Rugs Exhibition At Adams Co Store
An opportunity arises in our Wanted column for an insurance man and Adams & Co advertise a free exhibition of about five hundred oriental rugs and royal hangings at their Appleton Bank block store over Putnam & Son's in the coming Monday and Tuesday. The collection ranges from antique to modern designs, appealing to all budgets and households.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adams & Co
Appleton Bank
Putnam & Son
Gilbert Hanged in Suffolk Jail for 20th Century Murder
AP reports the execution of Angus D. Gilbert for killing Alice Sterling. The first Suffolk county jail hanging in 20 years, he showed calm composure, attended a farewell, and received a private religious service. The drop occurred at 10:49 and death declared at 11:20 after 30 minutes.
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Boston
Angus D
Gilbert
Alice Sterling
Suffolk County
Mr. Warfield
B. C. Clark
O’brien
Explosion Leaves Johannesburg in Grief and Ruin
Reports from Johannesburg put the death toll at 120 with about 400 injured, many gravely. President Kruger chairs the relief effort directing shelter for the homeless as 1000 lose homes. Businesses remain closed after Wednesday’s disaster.
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Johannesburg
Kruger
Fight train two hours late on Langtry battle path
El Paso reports train 19 with the party aboard is two hours late. The train may not reach Langtry by 3.30 this afternoon, making it unlikely arrangements can be completed before dark. The battle could be postponed to morning if conditions hold.
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el Paso
Tex
Tabor
Langtry
Tax Collector Arrest Shocks New Hampshire Town
Concord New Hampshire February 21 Albert P Foster tax collector was arrested this morning on charges of irregularities in funds he handled admitting to taking and using between fifteen thousand and sixteen thousand dollars from public funds The case centers on mismanagement of tax collections and related accounts by the official who faces formal charges and possible legal action.
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Concord
N. H
Albert P. Foster
Family Tragedy Silent Gas Suicide at Niles Centre
Chicago February 21 Jacob Jacob a farmer of Niles Centre killed himself his wife and daughter last night by turning on the gas in their room.
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Chicago
Jacob Jacob
Niles Centre
Labor Tension Brews Over 9 Hour Day Row in Haverhill
In Haverhill on February 21 a fresh complication in labor troubles emerged as A. A. Briggs locked out his lasters after a dispute over hours. The workers demand nine hours for a day while Briggs argues ten is reasonable. The standoff may trigger further difficulties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haverhill
A. A. Briggs
Man is sentenced for manslaughter in billiard cue killing
Salem February 21 Daniel F Leahey was convicted of manslaughter for killing John F Cronin by striking him with a billiard cue. He received a three month sentence in the house of correction.
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Salem
Daniel F. Leahey
John F. Cronin
House of Correction
Blizzard Grips Lyons With 10 Below Reading
Lyons New York February 21 The blizzard continues with the thermometer at 10 below zero and rail traffic in the area severely impeded. Roads are drifted and travel is nearly impossible as crews work to keep lines open and stations passable.
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Lyons
N. Y
Ex-Governor Robinson Reported Improving at 8 A.M
Springfield dispatch notes at 8 o clock this morning the condition of Ex Governor Robinson, per his physician, was somewhat improved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Robinson
Dynamite Blamed in Johannesburg Disaster
The dynamite believed to cause the Johannesburg explosion totaled twenty tons. It sat on a railroad switch for three days under sun and air, deteriorating chemically until a disturbance could trigger it. Reported deaths exceed one hundred with many more injured.
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Johannesburg
Washington's Birthday Observed at Local High School
Washington's birthday was observed at the high school this morning with declamations and readings by top elocution students. The program, led by Principal Coburn, featured pieces on Washington, the Monroe Doctrine, and notable speeches, with strong performances by Margaret Watson and James Walsh. A committee will inspect statue designs and award the bronze monument contract today, with bids from Lowell granite firms and pedestal plans to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Coburn
Samuel Elliot
Cecil Adams
Grace Coburn
Army of the Potomac
C. M. Depew
Fred Coburn
Sadie Dean
National Monument To
R. C
Reading
Margaret Sangster
Mabel Hall
Margaret Watson
James Walsh
Garin Monument Fund
Lowell Granite
Evening of Pleasure in Bay State Pilgrim Colony
An evening of pleasure took place in the Bay State Pilgrim Fathers colony hall with entertainment by Annie Williams, Pansy Sawyer, Nellie Grant, C. E. Corbett, Maud Curtis, Mrs. Roberts, Mabel Sheppard, and Mr. Hussey. Supper was hosted by Mrs. Ida F Bills, Mrs. Ella M Sawyer, Mrs. Carrie J Corbett, Mrs. A. D. Collins, and G. F. Bills.
New Charters for Foresters Issued by Supreme Court
The supreme court F. of A. sends out from Pollard building new charters to Foresters courts nationwide due to name change and split from the English branch. G. C. R. Morris of Fall River will be in town Tuesday for a rules committee meeting to revise grand court rules.
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Supreme Court F. of A
Pollard
Foresters Courts
Foresters
G. C. R. Morris
Fall River
Committee On
Grand Court
Highland Club Anniversary Cancelled March Supper and Dance
The Highland club will hold its anniversary with a supper and dance for members and families, following last year’s plan. It will not be on March 1 due to it being a Sunday, with C. A. Libby leading the organizing committee.
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Highland Club
C. A. Libby
Stevenson Elected National DAR President in Narrow Vote
Washington February 20 The National Daughters of the American Revolution elected Gen. Mrs. Adlai E Stevenson as President Gen by a nearly unanimous vote. Of 192 ballots cast Stevenson received 182 with the rest mainly for Mrs. John W Foster who had declined renomination.
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Washington
National Daughters of the American Revolution
Adlai E. Stevenson
No More the Daniel Gage Resting on river bank out of service
The Daniel Gage, once a staunch steamer, lies on her side with interior removed, appearing desolate. The aging craft is going out of commission as the new electric road likely makes river traffic unprofitable.
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Daniel Gage
Washington's Birthday Observed Quietly in Lowell Mills Open
Tomorrow marks the birthday of the Father of His Country. Lowell observes it with ordinary business, though liquor traffic pauses per law. City hall will be closed.
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Lowell
City Hall
Washington
Brousseau elected mayor in model government race
MAIRE BROUSSEAU was chosen mayor of the model government of L Union Franco Americaine at Jackson hall. The vote totals show Brousseau 183, Bourbonniere 147, Drapeau 132 for mayor, with councilmen and ward officers elected across nine wards, and public sentiment reflected in license votes and turnout. The union pledges Shipshape order for 1896 as supporters celebrate.
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Pierre A. Brousseau
Brousseau
L’union Franco Americaine
Union
Jackson Hall
A. Bourbonniere
William Drapeau
J. W. Paradis
Gauthier
Michel
Gustave Francq
Messrs
Drapeau
Bourbonniere
Camille Roussin
Wm. A. Parthenais
J. W. Goulet
Alphonse Bibeault
Maxime Lepine
Geo
Ubalde Duhamel
Godfroid Landry
Anthime Barbeau
Hector Hamlin
Francois Leblanc
George Gendreau
J. A. Fortin
Pierre Lanthier
J. H. Beaulieu
Joseph E. Moreau
Elie Leclaire
Achille Anctil
Octave C. Perron
Octave Carignan
Leopold C. Jelinas
Evariste Cote
Thados Robitaille
Cyrille Constantineau
Michel Duclos
Arthur B. Desrochers
Edouard Daignault
Edmund J. Pinault
J. A. Plante
Zotique Savageau
George Marchildon
Vive
Lent brings high prices as fish supply dips
The Lent season strains fish markets with tight supply and elevated prices due to a cold snap that kept fishermen offshore. Oysters and clams are plentiful, lobsters cost 20 to 25 cents per pound, haddock 8 to 10 cents, halibut 25 to 30 cents, bluefish 12 to 15, pickerel 15, shad 60 to 75, and smelts 10 to 14 cents per pound.
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Maddock
Boy Bitten by Dog on Lincoln Street Morning
Gordon Bixby a 13 year old paper carrier was badly bitten by a dog on Lincoln Street at 6 am A woman opened her door allowing the dog to go outside The dog bounded at him twice with the second strike biting his side Police seek the animal and its owner.
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Gordon Bixby
Lincoln Street
Bixby
Babigans Case Delayed At Police Court
Judge Pickman presided at Police Court. After five releases, Warren H. Lewis for neglect of his wife Maggie E. Lewis was continued. Jacob Babigan, the Armenian who stabbed his brother Astur in the back, was held under $800 for March 2. Dr. Ricker testified Astur could not attend.
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Pickman
Police Court
Warren H. Lewis
Maggie E. Lewis
Jacob Babigan
Astur
Ricker
Tourists seek coast by guided Pacific trains from Boston
Many prefer an experienced conductor to manage a fifty day sight seeing trip across the continent and California. A party will depart Boston on March 5 for the full tour. For full particulars send for a circular from Raymond & Whitcomb at 296 Washington Street, Boston.
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California
Pacific Coast
Boston
Raymond & Whitcomb
Washington Street
Company C Associates Ninth Regiment Holds 25th Reunion
The Ninth Regiment Company C Associates met last night at the home of George W. Wiggin in Andover to celebrate their 25th reunion. After a good supper, the old board of officers was re-elected including President Albert T. Green, Vice President Henry A. Coburn, Secretary William H. Spalding, Treasurer Andrew Liddell, and an executive committee of W. H. Kimball, Frank J. Small, Clarendon Goodwin, Henry C. Hutchinson, and Charles H. Richardson.
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George W. Wiggin
Andover
Albert T. Green
Henry A. Coburn
William H. Spalding
Andrew Liddell
W. H. Kimball
Frank J. Small
Clarendon Goodwin
Henry C. Hutchinson
Charles H. Richardson
Third Trial for Forgery in Police Court
James A. Hamilton of Billerica faced a third trial for forgery in Police court this morning. The case opened after regular business and remains ongoing.
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James A. Hamilton
Billerica
Bargain Carpet Tacks Sale at Pollard & Co Kitchen
A. G. Pollard & Co advertises 6 oz tinned steel carpet tacks at 2 cents each or 3 packs for 5 cents in the kitchen department claiming the items never sold for less than 5 cents per package and presenting it as a big bargain for customers.
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A. G. Pollard & CO
Chelmsford Coons Stage Minstrel at Town Hall
The famous Chelmsford Coons opened at the town hall last night in two parts. The Old Country Store sketch featured Si Judkins and Ben Hoing among a lively local cast with star turn Albert P. Perham. The minstrel circle offered varied numbers, with audience laughs at endmen and gleaming tambourines, bones, and a strong finish from Perham.
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Chelmsford
Farmer
Si Judkins
J. Adams Bartlett
Sammy Sweet
Clay C. Bartlett
Ben Hoing
Albert P. Perham
Ezekial Easy
Arthur M. Warren
Hi Huckins
Albert H. Davis
Old Joe
Ole Tennessee” Darkey
Jos. E. Adams
Pete
Arthur W. Cotton
Jeff
Albert Ludwig
Ike Colligan
J. Arthur Spare
Dutchy Pretzels
Wirt
Ben Hoiig
Gosh
Ed. Wirt
E. B. Emerson
A. M. Warren
Geo. E. Burns
Tennessee
J. E. Adams
Arthur M. Cotton
J. A. Spare
Little Star
J. A. Bartlett
Springtime trousers offer clean cuts and low prices
Our store will be closed Tuesday through Friday evenings until March. Coat and vest remain in good shape but trousers look baggy. a new pair will refresh the suit. Trousers stock features neat patterns and excellent materials, priced from 3.50 to 6.00 dollars a pair.
Chelmsford Amateur Choir and Coons Club Review
Putnam and Son presented a lively program with J Arthur Spare J A Bartlett Ed Wirt A M Warren Geo E Burns and Clay C Bartlett among others. Chelmsford residents dominated the performers with Lowell ties as honorary members of the Coons group and several ushers named for their support.
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Rus
Warning Gang
J. Arthur Spare
J. A. Bartlett
Ed. Wirt
A. M. Warren
Geo. E. Burns
Coon
Chelmsford
Lowell
Messrs. Ed. Wirt
The
Coons
Clay C. Bartlett
Arthur W. Cotton
Albert Ludwig
Hawthorne Howard
Thomas Parkhurst
Karl Perham
Moses Wilson
Ladies' Night Held by Lowell Royal Arcanum Delegations
A crowded Odd Fellows hall in Middlesex Street hosted Ladies' Night by Lowell Council No. 8 Royal Arcanum with delegations from Highland lodge and lodges at Billerica Andover and Lawrence. The Bradford Home orchestra and several named soloists performed, followed by dancing. Samuel M. Tourtellet of Boston gave an address as grand chaplain. Roles included F. A. Bowen general manager and committee chairs A. H. Stanley D. E. Stimpson and John S. Chandler with Col. Bennett as chief aid.
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Odd Fellows Building
Middlesex Street
Lowell Council
Royal Arcanum
Highland Lodge
Billerica
Andover
Lawrence
Bradford Home Orchestra
Jessie M. Little
Flora B. Nichols
Grace J. Nichols
Edith Nichols
Emma L. Nichols
Blacks
Dracut Democratic Caucus Nominates Town Officials
The Dracut Republican caucus held at the Yellow Meeting house drew a crowded hall with Democrats present and lively excitement. Oliver J. Coburn presided while Gayton M. Hall acted as secretary nominating Edward A. Stevens, William P. Varnum, and Calvin Richardson for selectmen. Other nominations included Gayton M. Hall for town clerk, R. S. Fox for treasurer, Franklin P. Fox for constable and tax collector, and Granville Coburn for auditor. Democratic selections named George F. Heland, Nicholas Gallagher Jr., George W. Ducey for selectmen. John G. Hubbard for town clerk. Roswell P. Fox for treasurer. Franklin P. Fox for constable and tax collector. B. J. Cullinan for auditor. George F. Tucker, George M. Clark, and John C. Tully for school committee.
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Dracut Republican
Yellow Meeting House
Oliver J. Coburn
Gayton M. Hall
Edward A. Stevens
William P. Varnum
Calvin Richardson
R. S. Fox
Franklin P. Fox
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Nota Bene
Kentucky
Lodge
Cuba
New Hampshire
Marshall
Chelmsford Coons
Middlesex County
Tewksbury
Nodd
Witherby
Todd
Tommy Taddells
George
Georgie
Boo Hoo
A Model Family Weekly
Telegraphic
Associated Press
South Africa
New York State
Gov. Robinson
George Washington
Garin
Bay State Colony
Supreme Court
Mrs. Stevenson
the Daniel Gage
Washington’s
Hood
Kate E. Prick
Middletown
Maire Brousseau
L’union Franco
Americaine
Calixte Dozois
Adolpe Bouchard
Francois Beaudry
Hilaire Dozois
Olympe Champagne
Auguste D. Lambert
P. C. Gagnon
Henri Lepine
Joseph Lamoureux
Joseph Perron
J. B. Savard
Charles Brauchaud
Joseph Folks
Metomack
Merrimack the Big Store
Opp
City Halk. Clothing Co
Jacob
Co. C Associates
Pnhumontia
Merry Coons
Charles E. Bartlett
Bones
Walter Perham
Tambos
J. Adams
Bartlett
Edward Wirt
Chas. Nichols
Harry L. Parkhurst
Edward B. Emerson
W. B. Cotton
John H. Redman
Ed. Conant
Lectricity
Jackasses
Bones No. 1
John McCoy
Mr. Spare
Albert P.perham
Jonah
de ‘Lectric
Nomi
Dracut Republicans
Staus
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