09 Jan 1901
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1901
Page
1
A whimsical scene unfolds with a china dog a ivory elephant and a crystal cat as a tiny square clock awaits a fairy gift The fairy grants wishes the clock keeps time while the cat dog and elephant seek new fortunes until the fairy grants a paradoxical gift that lets time be used and lost all day and night written by Agnes Lee in January 8th Nicholas
A playful split of a Reuters style voice notes fifty five million in Turkey while claiming Thanksgiving turkey reached more than fifty five million. It mocks diplomacy and references the national House of Representatives by noting the only colored member is White. The piece mentions Helen Gould venturing into mining with a Polish tailor named Mankuss and jokes about his name.
The Locks and Canals asserts land leased from them makes all buildings on it theirs, denying Charles Griffin title to the Card Co building on Shattuck street bought in May 1899. Griffin cannot realize on the property to cover fire repair costs, as the claim prevented sale or mortgage. The company delayed claims until repairs finished, though agents knew the sale and reconstruction details.
Judge Lawton of Middlesex county probate court ruled Julia Kelley’s will invalid due to alleged unsound mind and questioned authenticity. A. A. Kelley, her son, received about $7000 from the estate. the original will was said to be destroyed. Mrs. Kelley, who died in Lowell on August 19, left substantial property while begging locally.
The institution transacts general banking business and issues foreign exchange worldwide. It provides furnished private rooms, a depository for the United States and Massachusetts, and offers terms including annual and semiannual interest with monthly statements.
Fire in the Erie basin front South Brooklyn destroyed shipping store sheds at Richards Street. The Idlewild excursion steamer burned to the water edge, one fireman injured, fifty seamen escaped. Total loss about 500000. Cause unknown as flames spread to jute and cotton stored nearby.
In London an extraordinary meeting of the suspended London and Globe Finance limited heard boos and cries of Turn him out as Marquis of Dufferin and Ava, chairman, sought calm. After directors explained the situation, shareholders voted to adjourn until Monday for a reconstruction scheme.
The military government considers closing southern ports to prevent insurgent communication. Port Ubay on Bohol island is already closed with garrison withdrawal. A metropolitan police act has been passed in Manila, organizing three companies from volunteer soldiery.
Boston date line reports William H Parmelee of Chelsea fled after robbing a boat house. An officer broke his night stick and shot him in the leg. Parmelee escaped, seized a dory, jumped into the water, and was fished out by harbor police, exhausted by wounds.
Caracas dispatch reports the final rebel position at Carupano capitulated yesterday after a sustained push by government forces. The surrender ends an important phase of the revolutionary campaign with authorities claiming a strategic victory and restored control over the coastal area.
Providence January reports a Westerly liquor prosecution where Charles M. Beverly, a homeless man, is jailed in Little Rest for selling liquor. Eight mill complaints led to an indictment and a controversial sentence described as a life term due to unpaid fines and lack of work at the jail.
Vernon Kelley, a friend of Annie Clark, visited her Selins Grove home and while fooling with a loaded revolver believed empty, fired a bullet through her heart and lung. He aimed at himself but failed to commit suicide. authorities fear he will lose his reason.
Eastman, held at East Cambridge jail on a charge of shooting and killing his brother in law Richard H. Grogan Jr., faces a doubtful start to his trial. Leading attorney Samuel J. Elder doubts any proceedings this February term. Cambridge police are in the dark, with many expecting the case to be tried in Cambridge rather than Boston.
All attempts to reach the Russianie? Russie mail steamer from Oran have failed after it was stranded off Faraman in a January storm. The crew of 40 and 50 passengers are believed lost as the vessel broke up.
A passenger train on the Central railroad of New Jersey was struck by a Lehigh Valley freight locomotive today. Dozen injured, one fatally, and three cars wrecked. The crash occurred in New York with details provided by the era press.
Washington reports the president passed a comfortable night as la grippe yields to treatment. No unfavorable symptoms appeared though he will be confined to bed for several days.
Capt Town report says the cyclists corps moved from Saturday to Pikaners Kloof Sunday after a race for possession. Three were killed and 23 wounded. The cyclists retain control of the pass.
A passenger train was blocked by heavy snowfall near Buena Vista Colorado since Monday evening. Officials warn of continued delays as crews work to clear tracks and restore service for regional travelers.
In a long joint session the city council and board of aldermen reelected Andrew G. Stiles as treasurer and collector of taxes. Girard P. Cadman narrowly won the clerkship on a third ballot, amid repeated ties and adjournments as 24 members weighed ballots and alternates.
Mayor Dimon calls the Aldermen to order at 8 17. A recess is voted. A joint committee on charter and ordinances revision is adopted. A convention is set, and a ballot for principal assessor fails 5 to 4. An order to oppose Lowell Gas Light stock increase is laid before the council then adopted after debate. A public hearing is urged before commissioners.
The board of police granted licenses for a theatre to Mack and Hubbard at Savoy theatre, an auctioneer to Joseph H Rutherford of 242 Westford, and a Sunday concert at the Opera House for the Humane Society on January 15 1900. Kilpatrick and Cheever at 359 Middlesex, an intelligence office. Frank J Carey at 9 Hudson Street as Hawker and Pedlar. Francis J Mellen pawnbroker license transferred from 137 Charles Street to corner Charles and Central Streets. John J Fitzpatrick express license revoked for selling out his business.
Cambridge and surrounding towns record numerous wills presented for probate and administrations granted. Names include P J Callahan Marlboro J W Phinney Woburn Octavia Hobart Arlington Margaret McCarthy Newton Eliza Copeland Shirley Andrew Spaulding Groton Catherine Bull Tewksbury T 8 Pingree Newton Helen Hynes Wayland and more signatories and executors across Somerville Cambridge Chelmsford Medford Winchester Hopkinton Lowell Acton Sherborn Reading Malden Watertown Holliston and others.
An advertisement argues that genuine fatigue stems from toil and rest cures it, while a “tired feeling” from impoverished blood requires Hood's Sarsaparilla. It claims tonic action on stomach, kidneys, and liver restoring appetite. Hood's Pills also promise relief from constipation at 25 cents.
In Middlesex street cases, Chas H Corcoran and Narcisse Morin appeared before Judge Hadley. Morin pleaded guilty to three counts of breaking and entering. Morin bond set at 1000. Corcoran held one week, Morin jailed under bond awaiting grand jury. Additional cases covered include Fowler’s larceny dispute, Ouellette assault, and escapes from Tewksbury with subsequent sentences and fines.
Store advertises a photo competition open to customers who buy 50 cents of photo material. Details available at the shop. Entrants must submit all pictures by January 31. H. B. Shattuck & Son located at 50 Central Street.
Mayor Dimon faces a surge of job seekers as citizens assume the new administration will grant favors. About 50 men want positions under Superintendent Saunders at the city farm, with debate over how many new jobs should be created. The board of health now leans Democratic, and Alder Men hesitate to replace Johnny Mahoney as principal assessor. Cadman is securely reelected as city clerk. the treasurer and tax collector offices are viewed as above politics.
Slippery sidewalks caused multiple injuries this morning on Gorham street. Bridget Horan 32 Burns street fractured wrist and was treated at the Emergency hospital. Mary Fitzgibbons 508 Gorham street also fractured wrist and admitted to the Emergency hospital. Nellie Scullon 604 Market street fell en route to work, broke right wrist, sent to Lowell hospital. John Peter White's tannery employee bruised right side at Lowell hospital. Charles L Watt American Bolt lacerated left hand treated at Emergency hospital. Joseph Michaud 75 South street received seven stitches in forefinger after a severe fall at the Emergency hospital.
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