20 Jan 1896
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1896
Page
1
A 634 karat diamond was discovered in the Tran vaal valued at 1.5 million dollars though buyers are scarce. The notice also notes Beecher’s epitaph for Ingersoll and various quips about newspapers teeth wraps and poets with references to Watterson the British laureateship and Austin.
A compilation of humorous and pointed remarks from newspapers includes Mrs Hashcroft on church ordinances, a cheerful fool on preaching, a college girl as a wife, and a nervous man recalling a violent beat, ending with a scene of a bicycling lesson and an implied crime.
In Washington notes, opposition to aggressive Monroeism may stall the Venezuelan settlement in the Senate. Prof. Moore tests wind and temperature predictions by kites at Tort Myer with a calm delay. Knox advocates the Torrey bankruptcy bill in the House, backed by Boston banking interests. Gillett and others on the judiciary committee expect a favorable report.
All the cars leaving the square for Lakeview Saturday afternoon carried large crowds with skates. The ice deteriorated later but did not deter over 2000 skaters on Saturday night. Cars operated from morning to evening on seven minute intervals to handle the crowds. Also mentions savings interest rates at Tracers National Bank and a rental advertisement.
A Boonesboro Ga dispatch says Rev Powers was mysteriously killed at his door last night at Hall's station. A congregation member named Dixon is in custody. The minister had spoken on marital infelicities of his flock Sunday, and Dixon is believed to have resented the sermon.
Wilbur F. Trammond known as Hammond, called the Healer, spent Sunday at a friend’s Belvidere residence where many locals sought his cures. He says his abilities come through trance work guided by a deceased German physician and he makes no charge for his services.
New Haven January 20 Railroad men here discuss a Boston rumor that the Boston and Albany road will be absorbed by the New York New Haven and Hartford. The information is attributed to a strong authority and the deal is said to be well along.
New Haven reports the incoming train brought large society belles to begin festivities for promenade week. The whirl started today with crowds gathering and events planned throughout the week.
London reports a despatch stating Coomasse the Ashantee capital was occupied by British forces on Sunday the 17th. The action marks a stride in the campaign, with troops advancing to secure the area and establish control.
Cardinal Guillaume Rena Meignan, archbishop of Tours, was found dead in the morning in Tours France. The unexpected death shocks the local clergy and confirms as a sudden passing with authorities investigating the circumstances.
January reports show six first offenders released for drunkenness in police court, nine others fined. Bergeron and Sourgesis await further hearing for shooting a man on Market Street. Hunt is fined 15 dollars for cruelty to a horse. Drunkenness sentences include six months at state farm for Collins, one month at Sherborn for Cullen, six months at state farm for Kelley, six months at state farm for Conners, five months at the workhouse for Shea, and a period at the workhouse for Burns. Reay and Mulville plead guilty to fornication and pay 15 dollars each.
I H Jones first assistant postmaster general sends a letter praising free delivery service. Secret agents concluded December 27 that the service is in excellent condition and carriers perform duties satisfactorily. The report commends Pearson and the entire force as highly efficient and conscientious.
A contest over the will of the late Sarah Durkee lists numerous parties cited to appear in court on February 18. The names include Fannie Noyes of Lynn Almira Blodget of Methuen Elsie Durkee Mrs A M W Ward Pawtucketville reading room Appleton bank Old Ladies Home Joseph M Wilson Minnie Wilson Lydia Coburn Mrs I H Butler Pawtucketville church Mrs B C Morrison Women’s Christian Temperance Union Faith Home Refuge for Fallen Women Associated Charities Ministry-at-Large Pawtucketville church and Sunday school Shattuck Street church and Sunday school Rev KR A Greene and Church League all of Lowell Charles Durkee Mrs D J Grant and Cora Durkee of Tunbridge.
Cricketers attended the eleventh annual secretaries convention at the United States hotel in Boston with Lowell among represented clubs. Home games list Lowell facing Harvard Merrimac Lynn B A A Andover Zingari from May to Sept. Away games feature Andover Merrimac Zingari Lynn and B A A with Lowell visiting or hosting on specified dates.
The Carlisle immigration committee report criticizes the padrone system as it shifts Italian laborers across the country and notes Canadian migratory workers depress wages. It highlights steamship ticket sales on instalments, second-class passages, and calls for laws to protect native workers while avoiding total prohibition. It urges intelligent immigrant distribution and border controls to curb transient labor.
A Kansas City Journal Sunday interview with Brigadier Sully discusses Salvation Army reach with 650 posts in U S towns and cities. It notes 1 7 to 1 8 million attendees last month, high American membership, 7000 auxiliaries, and possible HQ moves to New York and Chicago with Ballington Booth and Gen Wm Booth hints from 1894.
The Y M C A mock trial in Odd Fellows hall on Wednesday Jan 22 includes Col Newton and Mr Perry as the only outsiders. Mayor Courtney presides with Miss Lillian M. Dodge as plaintiff and Gardner W. Pearson as defendant. Local notables, witnesses, clerks, and a sizable jury are named.
The hall committee of the Foresters met yesterday to organize but adjourned until next Sunday afternoon without electing officers.
A Lowell report notes the city poor overseers split into factions over the wood yard and salary issues. The city dispensary stock shows whiskey lasting six years now versus three months before. A new Water Board superintendent may start in March and assessors take no action on church tax exemptions.
Peter H. McEnany became the first pocket liquor seller convicted in some time in the police court. Judge Hadley sentenced him to three months for keeping liquor and one month for selling. Officer Lennon testified he saw two sales on Merrimack Street near Cabot yesterday, with the whiskey given to the buyer the second time. Six half pint bottles and a one pint bottle were found on McEnany during a search. Inspector Goldwin noted McEnany planned to drink all the liquor. The prisoner appealed and was held for $500 at the Superior Court.
Damaged dimity lawn stock offered at basement prices to clear before stock take. Describes one solid case with imperfections, good styles and fine goods, priced at 214 cents per yard for quick sale, with demand for future value noted.
Patrick Shea, aged about years, was killed near Var num's landing when an electric car struck him on a trestle bridge at Brookside. A whiskey bottle found on him explained the tale of drinking and misfortune. Tax bills for 1892 and 1893 in his pockets bore his name and his son's. He leaves four sons and two daughters.
Regular meeting of the County Commissioners held at the courthouse in Cambridge with Mr Bigelow absent due to illness. No business of importance arose as they discussed delays in contracting for the new county courthouse and readiness of building plans. In Cambridge and Lowell registry of deeds shows 104 books reflecting heavy county business.
The jury, out Friday night and Saturday morning, was discharged after a sealed statement revealed a disagreement. The case, involving the purchase of West End land stock nearly nine years ago, has lingered with no clear path to another trial. Local interest in Lowell centers on the parties and Mr Lennon’s supporters suggest payment would have occurred if stock had been ordered.
Union street man James I Cuff appeared in police court charged with neglect of his minor child. His wife said he drank while minding the baby and was out of work. The judge placed him on probation with orders to stay sober, care for the child, and seek steady work.
Alden Spears and a Boston industry group head a committee asking Congress for an appropriation to widen and deepen Boston harbor to admit the largest passenger and freight ocean steamers. They secured a hearing before the Harbor and River committee in Washington on January 29 to present the needs and regional benefits.
The union meetings continue this week at 7 30 p m Monday to Thursday at John Street Congregational Church and Friday at First Baptist Church. Afternoon sessions run Tuesday to Friday at 3 o'clock at John Street Church. Mrs Needham teaches Sunday school at Y M C A rooms Saturday 3 30 p m. Rev Mr Needham, in Philadelphia for his brother’s illness, may return today. if absent Mrs Needham leads the John Street meeting tonight.
A large audience gathered at Huntington hall to unite in aiding Armenia amid Turkish atrocities. Mayor William I. Courtney led the event with clergy and Armenian leaders from Lowell, Worcester, and Boston, urging Red Cross support and international action to stop the massacres and alleviate famine and destitution among Armenians.
The Dickey Hamilton and Sawyer offer all wool trousers for work, business, and dress. Prices range from 1.50 to 2.50 with medium and dark colors and double stitched seams. For finer wear cassimeres and worsteds are priced 4.00 to 6.00, some discounted recently.
Speakers denounce the Sultan for inaction and demand that the Powers enforce protection for Armenian Christians. The crowd endorses relief efforts, with a five member Lowell committee to coordinate with Worcester, and George A. Marden urging international intervention and even partition of Turkey if needed.
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