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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1902
Page
6
Oldest Middlesex daily, established 1825 and 1845 as daily, published near Merrimack street Lowell. Delivered by carrier at 6 cents a week, published by Courier-Citizen Company.
A weather summary reports the day starting clear and bright then overcast by morning with darkness lasting into forenoon. Snow began mid forenoon and there are indications of more significant snowfall to come. Readings show temperatures around 29 to 31 and a falling barometer.
Boston reports indicate light snow flurries tonight followed by clearing. Saturday will bring fair weather with light to fresh variable winds and improving conditions across the region.
The Lowell Daily Courier weighs whether to back the Panama or Nicaragua canal route as Congress faces mounting pressure. Gen. Abbott’s Engineering Magazine assessment favors Panama for fewer obstacles, quicker transit, harbors, and lower costs, while House sentiment leans toward Nicaragua pending Senate review. It remains crucial to choose the correct option amid political maneuvering.
A reflection on modern transport in ancient sacred landscapes warns that electric roads and telephones may clash with reverence. The author imagines tours past Bethany and Gethsemane and questions whether such conveniences honor or desecrate holy sites.
The writer laments clinging to historic sentiment about the Holy Land while recognizing its inhabitants seek modern happiness and conveniences. He compares the view to dressing religious portraits in contemporary garb and notes the Jerusalem and Joppa steam railroad as a entering wedge in this shift.
The author ridicules William J. Bryan for pushing a panacea for the U S financial system, calling his plan top heavy and worn out. They argue no one in the region supports Bryan’s doctrine and note his ongoing effort to stay influential in politics through 1904, even as the writer doubts presidential ambitions.
An Indiana man attempted to starve himself by sewing his mouth shut but reconsidered as hunger pains grew stronger. The piece observes how a person’s outlook shifts with time since a meal, suggesting life is viewed differently after a skipped meal.
The piece argues Italy should protect its painting and sculpture by confiscating works when collectors travel abroad to buy masterpieces. It contends that drastic measures are justified to retain artistic treasures within the country, even against critics’ views.
The mayor avoids presiding in person at aldermen meetings, a novelty yet fitting given his busy routine. He notes the added burden of presiding, especially over a body lacking political sympathy, and remarks that a mayor need not always be a good presiding officer.
The figure for Mr. Schwab's pay dropped from an initial one million dollars a year to a base of one hundred thousand plus a percentage. Last year the percentage amounted to ninety six thousand dollars. Even so a roughly two hundred thousand dollar annual salary affords comfort and some luxury, ensuring he lives well within his income.
A letter laments Carnegie’s potential influence on Birmingham University finances while praising Atlantic wealth distribution. It compares street flirting to public swearing and questions legal definitions of love making. The piece notes William Martin, the Lowell cyclist, allegedly earned 37000 in Australia with 2000 prize and the rest from bets, applauding his nerve.
The text notes Schley and Miles as Democratic nominees prospects for the 1904 race. It mentions the pattern that early nominees often fail to secure the nomination later. It praises the Oregon as a famed battleship under Captain Eaton and hints at Roosevelt as the reformer capable of overhauling the customs system.
Superintendent Stephan of the Cincinnati zoo asserts the grizzly bear outranks the lion in combat. Captive grizzly cubs are hard to raise with only one of 23 born at Cincinnati surviving. A Colorado crossbreed shows hog and sheep traits, including wool quality. Philadelphia and Cleveland disinfect smallpox buildings with formaldehyde gas to beat contagion.
The Lowell Chronicle reflects on aging city leadership and a push for experienced counsel, alongside a nature column about gray squirrels nesting in oaks. It notes Bradford Academy meetings, cane chairmaking advertising gaps, streetcar punctuality, and Humane Society efforts to curb bogus aid while praising New England charity culture.
A satirical column sketches wordplay on public affairs and figures. It lampoons officials and events from Governor Crane to rough riders, the poor, electricity, and rum shipments, weaving biblical and modern references into a quick stream of quips and headlines.
A Berkshire Agricultural Society windup reflects the era's shift away from agriculture for show in Massachusetts with fairs seen as financially risky unless bolstered by horse racing and vaudeville. The Boston Herald quotes a skeptical tone on agricultural show ventures amid broader political chatter about national conventions and reform ideas. Politicians discuss executive detail handling and reforms, noting President Roosevelt's heavy workload and calls for better cabinet delegation. A proposed Philippine bill adds commissioners in Washington, signaling long-distance governance needs for islanders.
The telegram announcing General Lee’s surrender, in Grant's own wording, topped a sale of General Adam Badeau's literary and historical possessions. The field order book was purchased by G. H. Richmond for 760 dollars.
Obituary items report the death of Edward Cavanaugh at 98 Andover Street aged 63, a Belvidere resident and Immaculate Conception Church member. The page lists multiple recent deaths and funeral details including Findley A. Clark, Gertrude S. Pendergast, Mary A Conley, William Mitchell, Mary A Purcell, Edwin Cornock, Mrs. Mary Garrity, and more with funeral times, addresses, and burial places in local cemeteries.
The Bon Marche yesterday drew a large crowd as advertised goods sold at much lower than usual prices. Stores remained busy from opening hours and staff took a noon break to rest and rearrange displays. The sale continues today and tomorrow with strong demand continuing.
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