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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1900
Page
1
In January's thaw a mild sensation stirs as owners of fast trotters spar playfully. A newspaper man, used to reading lines, is likened to fishing through ice. The note that Mr Holyoke is not just for colored girls hints at Woolley's leadership. Inveterate smokers are called pipe organs.
The Lowell based Jolly Good Time club led by Grace Carr staged a charity event at Odd Fellows hall Chelmsford to lift spirits amid hard times. The 159 guests enjoyed a 14 piece dance, an oyster supper, a phonograph display and a cake walk by Gertie Gates with notable participants including Sam Lyness and Fred Nichols.
Just received from the mill 125 dozen seconds of Huck aback towels in two sizes. One lot 17 by 32 inches at 88 cents a dozen, another yard long by 18 inches wide at $1.20 a dozen. Towels are hemmed with red or blue borders or plain white, absorbent and durable. Professor John M. Tyler of Amherst College was entertained at luncheon today at the State Normal School by faculty members.
From London dated January 19 Buller reports from Spearman's camp as Lord DunDonald moves with mounted troops against Boers near Acton Homes. Field Cornet Healthrun and 20 Boers die, 15 prisoners taken two British soldiers killed and two wounded. Boers shelled by naval guns while large Ladysmith force moves northwest. No confirmation of Ladysmith relief. rumor of Warren death unproven.
J. P. Molera arrived from Manila and recounts Gen. Otis nearly being shot on the firing line in Victoria British Columbia on January 19. He says a rifle shot from a soldier whizzed near Otis head, but no clue was found.
In South Brooklyn on January nineteenth a rear end crash between two electric trains on 20th street left several passengers hurt though none seriously. Strong injuries were avoided due to cautious braking and padding along the cars. Fire crews arrived to secure the scene and assist passengers.
In New York on January 19, two men died and three others were gravely injured when an elevator at O'Reilly Bros. storage warehouse on 123rd Street and St Nicholas Avenue fell from the ninth floor to the basement. Michael McLean, 22, and Patrick Leddy, 27, were crushed by loose counterweights as five wheelbarrows loaded with fire brick were carried downward. The injured, Bernard Cahlt, James Riley, and Richard Burns, were hospitalized in critical condition with internal injuries. Superintendent Thomas Berry was arrested, denying knowledge of how the cable parted and asserting the elevator was inspected by licensed inspectors.
Highland hall invites all to a Sunday 3 p.m. study on Revelation with gospel meeting. Highland lodge I O F held its annual association Wednesday night approving treasurer and auditing reports. A new board of directors includes Moore Sanborn Romain Byam Bateman Nichols Lyford. Officers elected were Nichols Bateman Lyford. Adjournment followed thanks to retiring clerk C Moor. A whist party at Highland hall is planned for Feb 44 with four prizes.
At a regular Weavers' union meeting members argued that wage increases were offset by shorter weave lengths at Boott mills. A young woman accused a supervisor and was discharged, she plans to meet with Mr Connolly and Agent Kerr. The group appeals for Fisherville mill aid and backs a push for a national textile union. Financials and anniversary reports showed favorable results.
A fire in the mule spinning room on the fourth floor of Boott No 1 caused two thirds of the room to blister and water damage to adjacent areas. Firemen contained the blaze by five with automatic sprinklers aiding. several windows shattered and belts scorched. minimal overall loss covered by insurance. A separate small fire in a Whipple street tenement caused light damage to woodwork and clothing.
The Lowell division of Bigelow Carpet reports a end to a strike by doffers and spinners with most returning to work this morning. Management declined compromise and expects full return by tomorrow as no wage gains were granted elsewhere in the region. Supt. Lyon noted the walkout did not hinder production and that Bigelow already pays above average eastern wages.
The Carpenters Union of this city held a smoke talk and entertainment in its hall to mark the first anniversary of the union. President Joseph Convery opened, followed by James McGlaren of the Lawrence Carpenters Union. Attendees included James B. Carey Marcus Doyle Tumelty and James Maguire with song and piano. The Leather Workers quartet also performed. a 25-member delegation from Lawrence attended.
The Lowell Hahnemann club met at Dr E H Packer's office Wednesday at 4 pm. After a brief business session the day’s topic Acute Nephritis was explored with several papers presented and discussed. Several members were absent but those present report a profitable meeting.
Huntington city note says mayor Crowley stays home with a cold. Rumor says more candidates may seek Huntington hall janitor post than city messenger. Robert E. Wescott has given Chief Hosmer photos of every fire department member.
James A Keyes rode past Bridge and Merrimack streets when his horse slipped causing a violent throw. He suffered a severe shake up and a cut hand but no serious injuries. Harness was removed to free the horse. the shaft broke.
Azarie Comptels, a grocery store owner on Pawtucket street, was arrested this morning by police inspectors on a warrant charging him with assault and battery on two young girls. He is about years old. The case will be heard in police court tomorrow morning.
A fine Hallett and Davis upright piano offered for 150 dollars. Described as a reliable bargain from Steinert's, contact at 120 Merrimack Street before it is gone.
Dennis A. Murphy entertained fellow Lowell council members and Knights of Columbus Thursday night with a stere o Opticon lecture, drawing interest from attendees and highlighting a local fraternal event.
The YMCA membership committee reported 36 new favorable actions after a postponed meeting. Attendance figures show total 9070 with gym classes and individual exercises driving growth. membership rose from Sept 1 to Jan 18 with receipts totaling $1,?81 and $951 in earlier period. The report highlights physical social and moral influences of the work.
T B Stevenson, five years overseer in Merrimack Manufacturing carding room, accepted superintendent role at B K R Knight Co mill in Hyde Park and will start in about ten days. George W Frye, longtime Merrimack employee and former second hand, will join Stevenson as overseer at the Knight Co mill. Frye, a church deacon, leaves Merrimack on Saturday to begin with Knight Co.
Mr. Thomas Kennedy barrister-at-law and secretary to Lord Mayor Tallon of Dublin died January 8 at his Dublin home. He visited the country to support the Parnell fund and recently spent a few weeks in Lowell as the guest of John J. Regan operator of the old Washington tavern. Regan grew up near Kennedy’s boyhood home. Nearly every Irish-American of prominence met Kennedy during his visit, and they regret his death.
Under the American Unitarian association a series of Sunday evening platform meetings will be held in this church on Jan 21 Feb 4 with speakers Rev. F. L. Phalen Worcester on The Church for Today Rev. H. T. Secrist Roxbury on The Church and the Child and Rev. Edward Everett Hale Boston on The Coming of the Kingdom of God Service starts at 7 PM Seats are free All are invited.
John Bartlett and James Bateman were arrested by Patrolman Herrick after a turnout overturned on Milton Street. Both men suffered facial cuts, Bartlett was fined in police court this morning, and Bateman received a six month sentence after a prior appearance.
At a regular Lincoln club meeting on Thursday evening, members voted to direct Representative Geo. R. Varney to procure a club charter. Arrangements were completed and committees appointed for a dance at Prescott hall scheduled for the last of the month.
Seven drunks faced the police court. John Cunningham fined five dollars. Alph onse Bacon George Laporte and Charles Rising each six dollars. Frank and Caroline Maynard charged as common drunkards, pleaded not guilty, spoke little English, and were sent to the State farm. Louis Perreault jailed three months for stealing a ham. Greek cases included George Agetheous found guilty of assault and fined ten dollars. Jeremiah Sullivan’s assault charge dismissed. Louis Pebropulos fined thirteen dollars and forty cents for assault amid a bread dispute in a tenement.
The Middlesex Women's club music section held a forenoon recital in Middlesex hall centering on Beethoven with life sketch by Mrs. Brock read by Mrs. C Frances. Performances included duets, songs, piano and violin solos, a Brahms group, and Schubert overture.
John A. McKenna once head of the Mathew Temperance Institute faced a motion halted by Seret Brennan who wielded a gavel carved from a Puerto Rico tree. The instrument’s maker is identified as a Chi nete craftsman in the report.
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