21 Feb 1898
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1898
Page
1
A single lamp glows in a gray street as a girl sits in a window seat. A white face pressed to glass, eyes full of lost hope and lips bearing longing, with a bright mark on her cheek. The scene evokes St Paul’s in a misty, gas-lit night.
A string of pungent opinions and hints from a period editor notes colorful figures like Pop Allen and Tracy, mentions Havana harbor plans, and laments church pulpit explosions in Nashua. It observes Chicago wealth volumes, wheat markets, Alaska Digger Indians, and Frances Willard's reputation, all in brisk editorial tone.
A Parisian wagers he can answer any French history question and always wins. Dublin actors face theatre bans under a royal monopoly from 1780. In Brunswick a girls school outbreak of hysteria caused closure, with rapid recovery at home.
A very enjoyable vesper service at the Congregational church of Chelmsford Sunday evening delighted attendees as each participant contributed to a fruitful program of singing prayers and readings by Rev. Mr. Briant. A note of spiritual worth was offered for a piece drawn from Tennyson. The YMCA Woman's Auxiliary holds its monthly meeting Tuesday at 3 p.m.
A Key West dispatch to the Herald cites semi official government divers who examined the wrecked Maine. They report the magazine believed to have exploded is intact and its contents unharmed, potentially altering the perceived cause of the disaster.
The World reports about a hundred telegrams sent yesterday from Governor's Island to coastal posts from Eastport to Galveston. While the contents are not disclosed it is believed they concern bolstering forces along the coast. The note reflects heightened military activity and fortification measures in the area.
Biddeford Maine February 21 striking workers at Pepperell and Laconia mills and York Mills Ale press on against wage cuts with support from local business leaders.
Boston reports a very severe storm in the western part of the state causing extensive damage. Communications to New York are practically cut off as many wires across New York state are down, hindering reports and contact.
New Bedford feb 21 sixth week of strike by cotton mill operatives begins with no work resumed on either side and indications suggest the stoppage will continue for some time.
Fire at Tampico, Mexico destroys the new wharf owned by the Central railroad. Loss fixed at two million dollars. The customs house also sustains damage. The incident occurred this morning in Tampico with Monterey reporting the event.
A Burlington, Vermont dispatch reports the directors of the Burlington Woolen company voted Saturday to place the corporation under a receiver. An attorney was sent to Brattleboro to seek judicial action before Judge Wheeler of the United States court. The group also owns Colchester Mill and Winooski Worsted, and employs seven hundred to one thousand workers across its mills.
The funeral for Lilla J. Greenhalge was held at St. Anne's Episcopal Church at 11 a.m. The service included a Burial Psalm, special lesson from Corinthians, and hymns led by a boys and young men choir under E. K. Baldwin. Interment followed in Lowell Cemetery with arrangements by Chas. H. Conant.
Funeral services for the late Henry C Howe were held this afternoon at 2 30 o'clock at 315 Summer street. Mr A G Cumnock had general charge of funeral arrangements and the services were conducted by Rev W A Bartlett.
Funeral services were held across multiple churches for residents including Margaret Kappler Michael Keefe Winnifred Fowler Edouard Larose and Clotine Doyen. Burials occurred at Edson St Joseph and Catholic cemeteries with arrangements by local undertakers. Bearers included Jacob Rogers E T Trowell Levi Sprague and others. Boston attendees were noted for the Keefe service.
Multiple death notices and funeral details dated February 20 to 22. Mrs Mary A Cassidy aged 61 dies in Watertown leaving husband John E Cassidy a daughter Emma Palmer and two sons among others. Charles T Morse aged 57 dies, former G A R member and fire department engineer with funeral attended by the department. Mary F Emery aged 64 dies, wife of Stillman S Emery with daughter Emma W and four sisters listed. Edward Ingalls, aged 18, dies of pneumonia. funeral Feb 22 at 1.20 pm at parental home 31 West 4th Street.
Rev. W A Bartlett at Kirk Street Church preaches on divine purpose after the Maine disaster. He argues two forces, good and evil, shape history and that calamities reveal God's Fatherhood and the need for peace, citing Civil War sacrifices and Lincoln's words to urge unity and mercy.
The Rev. George H. Johnson preached on The Negro and His Future at the John Street Church while noting the American Missionary Association collection. He argued Africa is neglected in histories, Africa is being refined through bondage, and Africa will contribute Christian patience to civilization. the negro’s future hinges on creating a conscience through virtuous homes and reforming life post slavery.
L. L. Townes of Newburyport Massachusetts reports severe headaches and heartburn improved after using Hood's Sarsaparilla. She says it cleanses the blood, boosts energy, and relieves dizziness after meals. The ad touts Hood's rit Oa parilla as the best blood purifier and notes pricing.
In Lowell Court Judge Hadley dealt with numerous offenders from a 48 hour cell stay. Pleas included Louis and Wilhelmina Poulin for fornication, later continued. Cronin received jail terms for drunkenness. Canfield and Doran jailed eight months for clock theft. Ryan found guilty of multiple charges and jailed seven months. others were released or fined as the record notes.
The 1897 Massachusetts yearbook lists five Lowell area insurers. Home Guaranty reports cash assets 60 0id liabilities 15 511, premiums received 23 000, losses 14 458, surplus 45 008, guaranty capital 50 000. Lowell Mutual shows assets 136 161 liabilities 60 259 surplus 75 905 premiums 42 874 losses 15 S74. Traders and Mechanics records assets 709 954 liabilities 561 276 surplus 318 678 premiums 165 474 losses 49 540.
Ingrain weavers at the Lowell company mills are now working four days a week. A notice issued Saturday by Agent Lyon states that if the department stayed at full time production, goods would accumulate. management aims to pace orders by this reduced schedule.
We have bought the entire stock, including millinery, ribbons, corsets, underwear, hosiery, and related trims, at about half cost. After sorting and checking the stock, A. G Pollard & Co. will place it on sale in their bargain department basement in a few days.
They are all here more shapes than before with new bands and a broader variety. Tourist hats priced from 50 cents to 3.00 and derbys in black or brown from 94 cents to 3.00. These spring goods have appeared in our department over the last two weeks.
Personal illness reported for Mrs Mary E Manning at Adams street and Mr W J Hill critically ill on Gorham street. Engagement announced between Abby Kidder and D B Porter of St Johnbourg VI. Rev Claude Raboteau, ill in Florida, on road to recovery. A K Whitcomb attends national school superintendents convention in Chattanooga. Miss Josephine C Coburn resigns from Unitarian church choir chair effective April 1. Mrs Solon W Stevens to Washington for D A R national congress delegates. Gilbert W Sweet leaves hosiery finish to join Pawtucket plant as assistant superintendent. Emma Johnson of Providence severely ill. her brother Thomas' condition improving.
Multiple short obituary notices list residents age dates and addresses including Eliza Buss 90 at 84 Tenth, Edward Morris 18 at 31 West Fourth, Francis Morse infant at Lakeview, Charles Morse 57 at 328 Fairmount, Mary C Jaques 73 in Hudson New Hampshire, Joseph R Lorrain 2 months 7 days, Laurent Roy 60, Albert E Halpin infant five months, Paradis 24, Mary J Bissell 51, Johanna Smith 29. Funeral details note Carrier funeral service and C M Young Co. in charge.
Early morning smoke at Richard son’s Merrimack square triggered a fire alarm. no fire, but insurers would have covered losses. Two youths, Thomas Willett and John Brady, ages 16 or 17, are jailed on larceny charges from a store on P o TMuluese or Summer and Gorham streets, accused of stealing cigarettes and three dollars.
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