30 Jan 1899
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1899
Page
1
A poetic reminiscence asks if the reader has ever fished hid from school days hunted by fun. It likens fishing, hunting, and boating to forbidden times of childhood liberty. Mabell B Hubbard in Philadelphia Press.
A reflective column riffs on a US senator candidate in California likening him to Ulysses Grant Jr. and notes quirky lines about a single Filipino citizen, Parisian echoes, Bates’ absence spurring substitutes, a bee metaphor for politics, Chelmsford’s early phoebe visit, and courteous police sometimes delaying entry.
The piece notes that lids close voluntarily under threat to protect the eye. It discusses the Church of England funding from investments endowments and voluntary gifts totaling about 35 million. It mentions Austria-Hungary using interpreters in parliaments due to many languages spoken. It observes Chinese cemeteries and ancestral worship shaping land use. It reports Northumberland PA aims to abolish salaried physicians in favor of outside almshouse doctors fee structure.
Boston chronicle reports the Boston Herald Company was fined 500 by Judge Bond in superior court for publishing a headline stating Guilt is evident during coverage of the city teaming fraud trial. The headline allegedly biased the jury, leading to their dismissal and an order for a new trial.
London observances by Jacobite and legitimist leagues decorate the Whitehall statue with wreaths and floral crosses. An American Jacobite group sent a shield reading America remembers her martyred king.
J H Wells proprietor of a local restaurant was assaulted in his store this morning. Struck from behind a cloth was placed over his head and he was knocked unconscious. $250 in cash from his pocketbook was stolen and the robbers escaped with no clues.
A Toledo report details a family of four and a hired man who set out in a small boat toward Canada to bury a child. The vessel was located with the mother’s body found on the Canada shore, the fate of the others undisclosed at report time.
American shipping interests in the Hawaiian Islands have largely increased since annexation. There are now 50 vessels loading for the islands, with 35 flying the American flag, 5 British, 8 Norwegian, and 2 German.
Abner Hunt, 70, an ice cutter, was drowned when the ice sank under his weight in the middle of Great Pond at South Weymouth on his way to work this morning.
After a long illness Rev. Myron Winslow Reed pastor of the Broadway Temple dies in Denver Colorado. Reed born in Brookfield Vermont in 1836 was a well known preacher across the west.
A large New York crowd heard Rev. John P. Chidwick speak on Our War With Spain Its Causes and Results at a benefit for the Catholic Reading Room for Young Men. Gov Roosevelt presided as Chidwick argued imperialism would be short lived and that holding the Philippines is an American necessity not an eternal pledge to Spain.
A terse line asserts the necessity to hold assets until they can be placed among the free peoples of the earth, emphasizing strategic patience and alignment with liberal democracies. The remark signals a broader policy stance about safeguarding resources until suitable international receivers are identified.
Rev James L Fowle of Cesarea Turkey spoke at Central Congregational church sharing work in central Turkey and daily life there He outlined a biannual 1200 mile circuit for three American Board missionaries A Hawaii lecture by Prof Geo H Barton and a colonial party by Unitarian society are scheduled at local venues Selectmen appoint special police and update town staff as sickness and hospital returns are reported Lizanna Dutton returns from hospital
Lieut Col S A Johnson resigns from Second Corps of Cadets amid sheriff duties. Gloucester soap factory fire on Wharf Street causes about 1200 dollars in damage. Daniel Brady hospitalized after a Paris green overdose and prior gun attempt. Charles S Littlefield, 40, notable stonecutter and Odd Fellows member, dies in Newburyport leaving family.
A large gathering, including deaf mute friends from Lowell and beyond, celebrated the tenth anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Estabrook at 33 Cosgrove Street on Saturday. Guests presented tokens of goodwill, including a handsome dinner set, and the hosts expressed appreciation before refreshments and departure with best wishes for their future.
After a severe grip attack I was poor and weak with lingering symptoms. A physician noted the dregs of the grip. Hood's Sarsaparilla helped me eat heartily again and improve until I was in perfect health. Lintiua May Gurarie Heathville Pa. Price $1. Hood's Sarsaparilla is America's Greatest Medicine.
Ex mayor J W Bennett and ex purchasing agent W G Barnard testified at city hall in the Chandler company suit against Lowell. The case, pending in federal court, concerns alleged patent infringement tied to school supplies bought last year and royalty claims.
Thirteen offenders were before Judge Pickman with nine released on Deputy Moffatt’s recommendation. Patrick Boyle, a second offender, fined five dollars. Albert Belanger kept in custody for 100 dollars until Tuesday. Hugh Casey, aged and with prior terms for drunkenness, sentenced to four months in the workhouse. Edward J. Doyle given six months under probation for support of his mother. Dennis Winn withdrew an appeal to the State farm. Roe Nathan, arrested on common drunkard charge, placed on probation for one month. Robert and Jane Campbell, living as husband and wife, had their lewd and lascivious cohabitation case dismissed.
If current weather persists Mr. Gage will complete harvesting a large ice crop. A strong workforce began cutting last Thursday above the falls near the ice houses, with steady progress and packing for summer trade. It will take ten days to finish. The quality is good and thickness satisfactory. The Forge Village crop is gathered, leaving only remaining work on the Merrimack.
At a reception and ball in Phenix hall Concord New Hampshire last week honoring Governor and Mrs Rollins Charles F Young of Lowell was credited with the finest decorations. The article notes Mr Young's work and remarks about its quality.
The People and Patriot quote praises Charles F Young of Lowell for the color decorations calling them the finest and most tasteful ever done in the state.
Arthur Lyons, a Greek worker, caught his right hand in a card room machine at Tremont and Suffolk this morning. His flesh was torn and bones crushed, leading to amputation of four fingers at the corporation hospital after an ambulance transfer.
A Division 2 AOH committee finished arrangements yesterday for a reception and banquet to Mayor Crowley at the American House on Monday evening February 13. Crowley, a longtime member and former president, will be honored with invited speakers from within and beyond the order. State President E J Slattery of South Framingham will attend, and organizers promise a grand event worthy of his service.
The Reform club held the first Sunday evening temperance meeting at Columbia hall with large attendance. Rev. John McKenna of St. Peter's church spoke on temperance. President John Kenny and ex-President Samuel Scott commented as the program included several songs.
A Saturday night gathering at Mr. Charles Edwards Jr home in West Chelmsford hosted by Burton W Saunders, Frank Edwards, and William Edwards Jr presented him with a Morris chair. Guests enjoyed dancing and games until midnight, ending a very pleasant evening.
The Men's union of the First Trinitarian Congregational church on Dutton Street will host a reception for returned soldiers on Tuesday January 31 at 7 45 p m. The Tablet of Honor will be unveiled with addresses by Mayor Crowley W H S Hayes Captains Mitten and Fairweather and Lieut Livingston Admission is free all are invited
The Lowell Volunteer Aid association will meet Tuesday January 31 at 2 30 p m at the Ministry at Large 150 Middlesex street. A full report of the association's work to date will be given and all contributors and interested parties are invited. Doors open at 2.
A Tit-Bits gag features an anxious boss telling his office boy that he won’t pay for whistling while the boy calmly replies he cannot whistle well enough to justify extra pay yet, pairing humor with workplace tensions.
The Boston Sunday Herald notes a healthier business tone in Lowell with no boom, but gainful activity in textile mills and related industries. Mills run near full force, shipments up, rail freight rising about 12 million pounds in late 1898, and profits tight though improving with stock prices firming since year start.
Legislative committee on counties including County Commissioner Gould and ex Mayor Bennett of Lowell visited the Middlesex county truancy school in North Chelmsford to review county operations and discuss county duties.
A committee visited Lowell via the 12.10 train and traveled to North Chelmsford to inspect the school premises. They will hear a brief hearing and view a children’s exhibition after lunch served by Mrs Warren. A petition urging land and building expansion is under consideration.
Mr. Seth McAlpin and Miss Martha L. Crandall wed January 28 at the First Baptist church parsonage. Miss Belle White served as bridemaid and James Crandall as best man, with Rev. Smith T. Ford officiating.
Mr Gideon McKay of Nashua New Hampshire and Miss Cora Dow of Lowell were married at the bride's residence 224 Dale Street on Saturday January 28 at 7 pm in the presence of a few friends by Rev George F Kenngott.
Captain A. D. Puffer elected president of the Lowell Veteran Firemen association. Mr. Cc. W. Brown ill at home in Andover Street. Moody school principal Morey named secretary of the Teachers Annuity Guild in Boston. Arthur Cumnock and Mrs Sloane guests at a New York musicale. Miss Shedd guests of Mrs Allen in Washington. Several New York names listed with addresses and affiliations. Detroit Journal notes C B Kirkland of Parke Davis & Co about to move to Lawsonville, Md. and job change with the Ayer Company. farewell dinner planned at Detroit Club.
Eben E Farrington 78 year resident of 181 Mt Vernon St died January 28 at home. Funeral set for 2 PM Tuesday from his residence with friends invited. Maurice Hennessey 75 died in Westford January 29. Minnie Smythe 39 wife of Jerome Smythe died January 29 at 665 School St.
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