08 Jan 1896
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1896
Page
1
The text quips about Cambridge losses and Merrimack river bridge while noting rare chances to share “Beautiful Snow.” A Vienna professor claims a new light can pierce most substances and let minds see Browning clearly. Vermont’s oldest man is said to have Moses as a front name, with talk of a new Indian on the state coat of arms and the incumbent described as original but notaboriginal.
A husband gives his wife a bank account with a $1000 deposit and passbook, while she privately wonders if cash would have been better. In related snippets, readers note brave women, a floral cart blanche scene, and street humor about bouquet pricing and carte blanche orders.
The Times reports orders to Portsmouth Davenport and Chatham for six ships to form a flying squadron ready for any emergency. It will include two first class battleships two first class and two second class cruisers. A naval force is to be sent to Delagoa Bay though its composition from Cape or West Indies fleets is not yet known.
London reports a deepening political crisis as Emperor William’s measured stance signals a possible pretext for conflict with England. The Transvaal republic demands 2,500,000 indemnity from Great Britain for the Jameson raid’s consequences.
Milwaukee Germans react to Keiser’s stance on Transvaal by pledging ready companies for conflict. German societies are aroused and members talk of war, claiming Germany can maintain position and crush land as easily as France.
Boston dispatch reports 600 pupils at Winthrop school were dismissed at 11 14 AM after a fire broke out in the building. The school remained orderly and the students exited in regular lines under teacher supervision.
The American Purity Alliance will host a conference in the Assembly hall of the United Charities building on January 14 and 15. Many prominent speakers are expected to attend.
London reports indicate Dr Jameson is to be shot at Pretoria, a fate echoed by a similar claim received last Saturday. The records note ongoing confusion over the sentence's accuracy and timing.
New York January 8 W K Vanderbilt’s steam yacht Valiant departed this morning for Gibraltar and the Mediterranean.
In the House on Tuesday Representative Broderick of Kansas reported that Allen from Utah is duly elected and sworn in. A post office inquiry resolution was favorably reported and agreed to, seeking clerks and salaries data since June 30, 1895. Henderson Iowa reported a unanimous substitute on anti-trust enforcement, asking the attorney general for actions taken and needed legislation.
The Catholic clergy of New York and nearby areas hosted a farewell dinner for Rev William H O Connell recently named rector of the American College in Rome. Fifty guests attended at the Hotel Savoy with Fr William Galvin presiding. Archbishop Corrigan Fr T McLaughlin and Dr Francis Wall spoke, and the Juravit song, written by O Connell, was sung by Fr McLaughlin and chorus. Bishops Farley and McDonnell Vicars Generals O Connor and Keily Dr Thomas Kennedy and Sr John Ford also attended.
A committee has been appointed by the weavers of Olneyville to prepare a bill of particulars about the mills fine system. The bill, to be presented to the Legislature, argues that the fines in use are excessive and unjust.
A London Central News dispatch from Johannesburg on January 3 reports Dr. Jameson saying he crossed the frontier to help Johannesburg inhabitants in peril. He believed many were in danger and that efforts by Johannesburg residents to assist were lacking. He describes exhausted fighting, inability to break Boer lines, and criticism that Johannesburg could have cut the Krugersdorp railway to halt ordnance supplies.
A transatlantic group of prominent Americans and Englishmen in London advocates a permanent Anglo American arbitration board, supporting the idea Justice Harlin proposed in 1808.
The navy department assigns Commander K T Strong to command the trading ship Hirex and mentions Commander Merry to the New York navy yard. Senate postmasters are confirmed in several Massachusetts towns. Havana’s crisis and the Turkish fleet talk are downplayed by officials. De Lome rebuffs insistent reports as preposterous, while Constellation cost estimates range from 280000 to 458000 depending on preservation or modernization options.
Col. Albert Pindar issues orders at the city farm today. He dined with officers, slept in the best room, and breakfasted with Mr. Collins as he began an inspection tour. Fifty pigs reportedly died, prompting housing changes to be ordered later. The colonel has taken the office but avoids interfering with Collins family life.
A reporter questioned Chairman Faulkner of the Board of Police about why a law is not enforced. Adjutant General Samuel Dalton says armed groups drill for military purposes yet cannot be compelled to observe statutes, urging police committees to enforce the law as strictly as drunkenness statutes. Faulkner refused to publicly discuss matters before the Board and noted regular meetings and the possibility of formal complaints for consideration.
Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Gilman observed a silver wedding on Monday evening as members of the Lila Whist club surprised them. M. Young of the club presented a silver cake basket berry dish spoon and butter dish and Mr. Gilman expressed hope to live long enough to return the compliment.
The Middlesex North Association of Unitarian Ministers held its annual meeting at Rev. Granville Pierce's Chelmsford home with morning and afternoon sessions. Clergymen from Ashby Wilton N H Ayer Milford N H Francestown N H etc attended. A paper urged unity between rich and poor and praised the Roman Catholic church. The afternoon featured Rev Charles Carroll Everett and discussion of his Gospel of St Paul.
Jan 8 police court heard four Turks charged with assault and battery in a case brought by Osman Jussep who says he was robbed near the Lawrence mill. Abbe Idriss Nadjib Kattidji and Mann Silfo were named. case postponed to Jan 9. Other actions include Adam Douglass held for stove cover assault until Jan 18 and Brady and Rogers sent to state farm for six months for drunkenness and related charges.
The lands and buildings committee reports the school avoided cold this week after fixing window frame cracks that allowed chill air. The gaps were sealed with cakum and heating now uses the Fuller & Warren system effectively.
The annual report from the state Board of Health links Merrimack River water to typhoid outbreaks in Lawrence before 1894, noting the high death rate from 1881 to 1892. After a sand filter gallery was installed, deaths fell, prompting a recommendation for similar filtration in other Merrimack cities using the river water.
Supr elected Cheney has not assumed control of his department. Mr Crowley remains in command awaiting a visit from his successor. He has received a job offer but will take a short vacation before acting.
Crowley and other Aldermen convene at meeting where C J Cheney Jr wins the bid for superintendent of streets after a first ballot split. Other actions include constable appointments, sewer assessments, and school board communications. Common Council adjourns after voting on water board and city messenger.
Rev O H Denney preached at Mt Vernon church on Hindrance to Revivals noting that quarreling within the church and grieving the Holy Spirit hinder great revivals. He argued opposition from nonbelievers and even famed skeptics cannot stop revival when believers are re-converted. Tonight he will preach on The two masters.
Andrew Lebednik was struck with a lifter during a dispute at a Davidson street house run by Korsak. Douglass admitted striking him. patrolman Lane aided and Lebednik was hospitalized with a fractured skull. Korsak and Douglass are involved. Lebednik's condition improves.
A steady rise in interest marks a week of evangelistic meetings directed by Mr. Needham at the First Baptist church. Evening services run 7 30 o clock except Saturday with five pastors and their churches participating. The sermon on Full assurance of acceptance with God through Jesus Christ emphasizes personal experience, obtaining assurance, hindrances, and immediate salvation. Needham’s clear, powerful style draws broad smiles and tears, with attendees noting he surpasses Moody in delivery.
An embroidery class will hold its first meeting Thursday at seven o clock. Prospective members should attend at that time. Separate classes in voice culture and elocution will be formed this week for Monday and Thursday evenings, offering ten lessons for one dollar. The monthly committee prayer meeting is set for tomorrow afternoon at 38 o clock, inviting all committee members to attend.
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