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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1900
Page
4
The item outlines the Lowell Daily Courier as the oldest daily in Middlesex County, with establishment in 1826 and daily since 1815 except Sundays and holidays. It lists Courier-Citizen Building on Merrimack Street Lowell and carrier delivery rates of 12 cents a week or 50 cents a month.
The No two cent newspaper in Lowell has a larger or more influential circulation than the Courier. Each day adds to its List. Circulation Books open to all.
Train service resumes between Lowell and Boston offering travel options for commuters. Service details indicate schedule availability and operator names for the regional route. Local riders anticipate smoother connections and reduced travel times between the two cities.
The Lowell Daily Courier jots reflections on Fitchburg lease politics in Washington, a grim war outlook, bank robbery profits, safety of coast travel, censorship in war reporting, and rising candy distribution to soldiers with notes on disciplined training. The piece blends editorial opinion with tracing public and military life at the turn of the century.
The article notes that sweets aid variety in diets and that Germany and Great Britain support this, citing troop dietary experiments showing candy and chocolate improve health and endurance. It mentions the US government purchasing quality candies and estimates retail prices, arguing soldiers deserve careful health care even in war.
The author argues war does not profit a nation how it may seem. Soldiers consume scarce resources, harming workers and global markets. War disrupts global finance, raises trade risks, and boosts only weapon production, which would fade if peace prevailed. Britain funds the war with gold, while the United States supplies food.
The state treasury debate shows distrust of Governor Crane’s recovery plan with calls for more veto use. Moody proposes repealing Stamp Act clauses in war revenue, arguing taxes create a surplus temptation. The Haverhill Gazette endorses pragmatic dealings with radical legislators for merits in policy.
The Lawrence Tribune assesses ex Judge Charles S Lilley of Lowell as a risky challenger to Congressman Knox. Despite nominally being a Democrat, Lilley has failed in previous bids, with shifting support in Lowell and Lawrence and a 1884 defeat by Col Allen. The piece notes tariff and Butler influence, suggests Flynn deserves the nomination, and warns Lilley against provoking Democratic discord.
Reuben Reed of Acton presented a gavel to the Old Middlesex chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution at a dinner. The 40 inlaid wood pieces come from Faneuil Hall, Roger Williams house, Old South church, Liberty Tree sites, Bunker Hill, Concord and Lexington sites, Washington elm, and ships among others. The article notes donations by prominent locals, a future art gift to the city, and community appeals for baths and charitable aid by the Brothers of Nazareth.
Amusements note the George Wilson company at the Opera House with Forging His Chains and Why Dudley Was Hypnotized drawing large crowds. Highlights include the Columbia quartet, Dunn and Hardy acts, a preshow ladies orchestra, Harbor Lights reprise, The Romany Rye tonight, and a Paris-sourced staging lineup led by Miss Katherine Rober.
A rare treat awaits playgoers as Russ Whytal’s drama For Fair Virginia comes to Music Hall for tonight Friday and Saturday plus a Saturday matinee. The piece, first produced at Fifth Avenue Theatre in spring 1895, showcases life in Virginia during war times with strong heart interest and light comedy by Russ Whytal. Lincoln J Carter’s stage illusions are praised, while his profits and mass appeal are noted as he shifts toward grander ventures. A comedy drama opening Jan 22 23 24 is a hit, to be followed by a Carter spectacular and a French author musical comedy.
Smith OBrien of the Ivy Leaf wowed Savoy audiences with sweet singing. Gavin and Platt performed a Gypsy Courtship sketch, Terry and Elmer danced brightly, and George Bly, America's greatest boy soprano, wowed the crowd. Frederick Bros and the Flying Orvilles also featured along with Val Vino and Bessie Searle. Matinees 2.30, evenings 8.15.
The popular skit from Koster & Bial's New York heads to Boston for a week starting next Monday evening. The piece features a Dewey triumph ar ch arch and scenes across Herald square Madison square garden and Coney Island. It includes ballets two travesties by Clay M Greene with imitations of Mrs. Fiske by Etta Butler and a Holmes satire. James J Jeffries and Thomas Sharkey appear in the Coney Island scene.
Last year London ranged around 4,484,717 residents with births about 30 per 1000 and deaths 17.7 per 1000. Infant mortality stood at 158 per 1000 births. European city comparisons and a quaker letter about a watch accompany this archival miscellany.
Daily winding at the same hour keeps accuracy. Avoid extreme cold or marble surfaces that may break mainsprings or thicken oil. Rest watch on its case when laid aside and keep the pocket free of fluff. Sudden jars and falls cause gradual malfunction even if not immediate.
All druggists guarantee Chamberlains Cough Remedy and will refund money to anyone not satisfied after using two thirds of the contents. The remedy is best for la grippe coughs colds croup and whooping cough and is pleasant and safe to take. It prevents any tendency of a cold to result in pneumonia. For sale by all druggists.
Wanted a lady who understands book keeping with experience preferred. Call Shattuck & Son at 50 Central Street between 8 and 9 a.m. daily for inquiries.
The Committee on Mercantile Affairs will hear parties on House bill No. 12 to incorporate the Farmer's and Suburban Jobbing Company. Hearing set for Friday January 26 at 10:30 A.M. in room 431 State House. Wm. Kyle, Chairman, Thomas F. Porter, Clerk.
Advocates Rose Pills as a blood treatment for rheumatism claiming a permanent cure. Warns external liniments fail to reach the source and urges trial, citing maker Carleton & Hovey of 236 Merrimack Street for reliability.
James A Herne will perform Sag Har bor at the Opera House on January 30 and at List as a positive farewell appearance on tour. Next year he opens at the new Republic Theatre in New York for a run before a trip abroad and writing a strong play to be presented in New York in 1901. He plans to divide his work via touring actors and avoid short one night stands as it strains his strength.
Miss Katherine Rober leads a strong company for a Lowell Opera House gala week starting Monday January 22 with daily matinees. The troupe presents top New York success plays never before offered for less than $1.60, carrying Paris imports and a full repertoire.
A dated advertisement touts a skin cure by Dr Agnew with claims to treat burns, tetter, salt rheum, scald head, ulcers and blotches in one day. It is marketed as soothing and magical, sold by O B Carter and Goodale & Co.
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