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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1900
Page
1
The fragment cites sorrow and song with lines about thorns and roses, light after night, and dreams bringing hope. It appears as a poem or verse excerpt from the Atilanta Constitution, noting enduring value of song despite winter and woe.
The text references the Lowell Lawtons and a familiar Judges theme. Massachusetts promotes a good man by Crane, with a dilemma growing sharper. Episcopal rectors criticize Bishop Lawrence for not objecting to Unitarian Cole in Concord, while Mayor Hart’s letter policy remains to be ignored.
The passing is attributed to the unlively mussel who, as an "old man of the sea," drags his consorts to death. The U S coal output for the just completed year is about 200 million tons, surpassing Britain's total.
S. B. Noyes a longtime Boston lawyer died at his Canton home Friday night after a brief illness and heart failure. Born April 9 1817 in Dedham he graduated Harvard 1844 and began practice in Canton. He served as trial justice insolvency commissioner and held many local and professional roles. He was active in schools clubs genealogical and historical societies and charitable groups.
License Commissioner D Herbert Sweetser of Lynn tendered his resignation to Mayor Shepherd Friday afternoon to take effect February 1. He plans to go abroad in the spring, leaving duties unfinished though his term runs to June. Appointed by former Mayor Harwood for six years, he was chairman of the board. The mayor expects to fill the post from about 30 applicants.
Under the American Unitarian association a series of Sunday evening platform meetings will be held at the First Unitarian church on January 21 28 and February 4. Rev Dr E E Hale of Boston will be the principal speaker January 21. A full programme will be given later.
Gopilo 200000 surplus 200000 The Traders National Bank transacts a general banking business. Issues foreign exchange payable in all parts of the world in English German and Swedish money. Safety deposit boxes private coupon rooms Savings Department pays 4 percent annually compounded semi annually on all deposits interest beginning monthly A section of banking rooms set aside exclusively for ladies.
Bank operates daily 8 A M to 4 P M with Saturday hours 8 A M to 1 P M and 7 to 9 P M. Notices reference the Depository of the United States and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
American forces in Cebu routed insurgents in the Sudlon mountains on January 8, seizing a smooth bore cannon and rifles while destroying fortifications and wounding four. In Humingan insurgent forces were dispersed by Capt. Benson and two Fourth cavalry troops, with horses captured and position burned. The same day Magallanes in Cavite fell to American troops who captured an insurgent colonel and twenty soldiers.
In New Brunswick murder trial testimony reveals a Hungarian custom belief that Americans carry knives or revolvers and are ready to kill. Witness and defendant say Hungarians are warned to carry a weapon in their boots and shoot when opportunity arises.
Wilder & Co oilcloth works a long established factory in Hallowell burned at 4 this morning. Loss estimated at 75000 dollars with 30000 dollars insurance. Two men injured by an explosion, including Mayor Safford. Fire occurred during the busy season and cause is unknown.
Corpral Skirving, leading searchers for the 25 missing Moffatt party, has returned to Dawson reporting that the last three of the group died on the Edmondton trail. The original expedition began for the Klondike in fall 1897, following the trail.
N Kck Goss a leading merchant in Fedenberg Ohio was awakened by a burglary alarm at 1 AM and entered his store where he was instantly shot by a volley from the three burglars revolvers. They escaped without identification or clue.
Buffalo January 13 five men broke into a bank at Rushford and blew the safe with dynamite before escaping. The amount obtained is not yet known.
Indications from Boston on January 13 suggest a fair night across Massachusetts with precipitation possible Sunday as rain or snow. Southeast winds are expected, bringing mild temperatures and unsettled skies ahead of the weekend.
A week long checker contest at Lowell Cheas and Checker club featured George H. Knight of the Boston Checker club aged about 60 facing James Morris of the local club aged about 21. Knight led early with two wins and two draws. Morris tied the series with a win and two draws. final results gave Morris the victory with three wins to two for Knight and six draws.
The Springfield Republican notes Mr Carroll’s special fitness to carry through the snow-removal matter to a successful conclusion after months of review when it was nearly settled he would be retained this year.
William Irish motorman of the special electric car, en route from the city to Lawrence with about 60 Knights of Columbus, narrowly escaped death when a trolley wire broke near Mr. Cram's residence on Haverhill Street. The wire coiled around him, wrenching him off the car before he plunged to the ground, with onlookers noting his rubber suit likely saved his life.
Local editor Joseph Smith reports subscription totals for Boer Red Cross aid totaling 102.25 with 100.00 sent by cashier's check from George W. Van Sielen of New York and a 2.25 balance on hand. He urges women volunteers to aid distressed widows and orphans, noting support for American, Boer, and British causes.
The schedule lists a Monday lecture by Miss Anna Boynton Thompson on What to Look for in English History, a Browning class reading by Rev. Charles T. Billings on By the Fireside Tuesday, a Wednesday choral class, a Friday morning recital featuring Beethoven, and a Friday afternoon Evolution lecture by Prof. Tyler on The Struggle for Existence under the education department.
The Y W C A will hold a gospel service Sunday at 4 15 pm with Mrs Francis Carll as speaker. All girls and women are invited. Tonight the social features a musicale with a male quartet and mandolin and guitar selections. The entertainment begins at eight o'clock.
The Faulkner Manufacturing Company weave room staff at North Billerica left at 10 50 this forenoon to meet Superintendent Evans. They presented several minor claims including back change filling carrier and past books. Evans granted the requests and the workers returned to their duties.
Several hundred Greeks in Lowell observed their New Year with two religious services in the Urban block. An early mass and a forenoon service were conducted by Na thaniel Sideres, abbot of the Greek church.
The city pushes for top legal talent to handle pressing matters including the street railway snow-removal case water supply proposal and the Connecticut river bridge project. The water street extension grade crossing and related large interests demand capable service from a skilled city solicitor.
An advertisement-like fragment extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as the perfect remedy for blood, stomach, nerves, bowels, liver and kidneys, claiming it imparts strength and vitality. A testimonial from Frederick Reed of Albany praises its effects on general debility and blood purity.
Secretary James T. Smith argues the 1896 charter amendments restore city council control over municipal expenditures. He explains itemized appropriations, mayor veto limits, and the need for expert clerks to support the process. He cites past debt and tax impacts, urging adherence to the charter before new changes.
City hall report states Supt Gillow will not hear the discharge of Oliver J Shute as janitor of Plain Street School. Gillow says removal was for cause and the matter is closed citing parent complaints. The appropriation committee plans first meeting Monday with large typewritten estimate sheets. A clerk’s duties are being handled in the city solicitor's office. City farm appraisers finished work but report not yet issued.
Members of the Massachusetts Mohair Plush Cricket club met in the Runely building Friday evening to adopt the amended 20 rules. The Merrimack Valley Cricket league includes Lowell Buntings and Mohairs plus clubs in Lawrence, Methuen, Andover and Merrimack. Each club plays two games with every other club, one away and one home. Admission is ten cents. Prizes include best batting average five dollars, second best two dollars, bowler with four wickets in one over two dollars, bowler with three wickets in successive bowls two dollars, per 20 runs in a game one dollar, or three dollars for 50 runs.
Friday afternoon a Nichols Foundry wagon horse ran wild near the Middlesex street depot and turned into Thorndike Street. It crashed into a railroad fence, wrecked a wagon wheel, and collided with a sleigh owned by Con Broa. The second horse dragged toward the canal bridge before its harness broke loose. Both horses were captured and unharmed.
A private Mooers New York letter reports Hiram E. Lewis formerly of Lowell died last Tuesday evening near Taylor's Island by taking seven grains of strychnine. He was 27, unmarried, and had a history of horse stealing and debt. He collapsed after telling skating companions he faced arrest. A local pawn broker, he once ran 484 Merrimack Street, and his death prompted funeral services at St Peter's Church. burial followed in Catholic cemetery. His father, returning from the west, attended the Mooers funeral.
Mrs. Adeline Varney Fletcher wife of Orra A. Fletcher died at her home in Billerica Centre Friday aged 70. She leaves her husband and one daughter the widow of Jacob Murphy.
The funeral of Thomas Fury occurred yesterday afternoon at 2 from his late home. Burial was in the Catholic cemetery in charge of Undertaker Savage. Bearers were Thomas FP Clark, Thomas Tully, James McHale and Patrick Parrel. Funeral services for Tha H Williams were at 2 at her late home 834 Pine Street. Overseers of the poor attended. Rev J L Seward and Mrs Yeanoth assisted. Apollo quartet provided singing. Burial in Elson cemetery with Undertaker Young and bearers Dr W L Rombough Horace Page L A Derby and Francie Moore. Funeral services for Harry TL Anderson were at 2 at his parents 127 Epping Street with Rev Mr Ackerman officiating. Burial in Edeon. Funeral of Michael J Lynch at 3 from 195 Andrews Street with services at Sacred Heart Church Rev Father Reynolds officiating. Burial in Catholic cemetery under Undertaker Rogere. Bearers were Daniel and John Murphy and Denne and John Lynch. Floral tributes included Pik low Our Darts from the tactores and Mrs Marie mors basket Minnie and Rosste eehan. More details of the Sheaook funeral follow.
Obituary notices list Osterman Ingalls Livingston Russell Geoffroy Caldwell Fletcher among residents who died in January. Funeral details given for Osterman Fletcher and others, with service times and home locations noted.
Harry S. Griffin plans a New York departure after a dinner with club friends at Vesper Country club island. Announcements cover Miss Annie Estella Kirby and Frank Nelson engagement, spiritual meetings led by Mr. F H Moescoe, Molly Varnum chapter D A R officers, delegates to the Continental Congress, and praise for former Senator Frederick Lawton now on the superior court bench.
A brief session at the Hadley police court fined several drunks. Thomas F Sullivan was fined five dollars. John J Shea faced multiple prior offences, caused a disturbance on Wamesit street, and was fined five dollars plus a 100 dollar peace bond for two months. John McGowan requested probation and to leave town, but was jailed ten days.
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