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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1900
Page
1
Minna Irving writes of the Maine and Texas crews returning home from war to rest in Arlington. Sailors from many nations, now Yankees, are buried side by side beneath the stripes and stars as their final voyage ends in peaceful fields.
The text notes a Somerville barber who cut a customer’s throat as a joke faces possible trouble. It mentions record weather for the month and public figures blamed for sensational claims. The piece references a Boer word and seasonal shop windows advertising bicycles and skates amid Victoria’s message ambiguity. The Busy B’s in politics are highlighted along with a Boston Maine proposal for funding through Hoosac tunnel.
William J. Bryan and Ohio Congressman Lentz arrived from Providence to cheers of about 300 at the depot. They were escorted to the American house for reception and breakfast hosted by the Bryan club. Bryan spoke in support of Fusion Democrats, Silver Republicans, and Populists. A noon reception preceded a banquet in Faneuil hall with remarks by Bryan, Lentz, and others.
London January 30 Parliament assembled today and the Queen's speech highlights the South African situation. It notes the colonies' devotion in resisting invasion by the South African Republic and the Orange Free State and expresses hope for a victorious outcome of the war.
The Traders National Bank transacts a general banking business and offers foreign exchange in English German and Swedish money. It provides safety deposit boxes private coupon rooms and a Savings Department paying 4 percent annually compounded semi annually with monthly interest on deposits. A season of banking rooms is set aside exclusively for ladies.
The notice lists bank hours from 6 AM to 4 PM on Saturday and 7 AM to 9 PM for a depository of the United States and a wealth of Massachusetts.
John Wit h t aker of Butler county was arrested in Frankfort for attempting to assassinate William Goebel, Democratic candidate for governor. Goebel, a state senator, was shot from a second story building near the capitol as he traveled to the state house. He was struck in the right side, the bullet exiting below the shoulder blade, and is resting easily with expected recovery. The shooting caused major uproar and nearly sparked a riot.
Despatches describe Colesburg fighting with Boer forces repelling a British attack and reporting heavy clashes since dawn. Gen Kelly-Kenny occupies Thebus as tensions mount toward Bloemfontein. Ladysmith abandonment debated amid Parliament pressure and fears of Buller’s retreat being cut off by Boer movements toward the Tugela.
Paris January cabinet meeting saw Premier Waldeck Rousseau condemn Cardinal Richard for visiting the Assumptionist Fathers after a tribunal ordered dissolution. The government suspended some officials and priests while the Cardinal’s stance upheld the order’s implications.
Boston reports snow beginning late tonight with snow continuing into Wednesday. South winds rise as a winter system moves through the state, bringing unsettled travel conditions and accumulations expected in southern areas.
Hardware dealer cites higher past prices for ash cans dust pans and brushes, suggesting the city paid more under previous purchasing, while offering lower current rates. Gas burners and hose costs are reviewed as officials question savings claimed by city purchasing agents. City Solicitor Qua says board of health member holds over until successor confirmed amid Mulligan O Conner dispute.
Five drunks were registered. four dismissed as simple offenders. Michael Burke pled guilty to drunkenness and assault on Wong Wing, a Chinese man, after a Moody street incident. He was fined $10. Edward Conway faced non-support charges. the court ordered $2.50 weekly child support after settlement with his wife.
A personal recommendation from thousands cured by Hood's Sarsaparilla claims to eradicate catarrh cause while soothing irritated membranes. Ella J. White of Ennis Texas reports improved appetite after using the remedy.
Boston Journal correspondent F A Farnsworth reports from Molo Iloilo, Philippines that three men of the Twenty-Sixth Regiment were killed by insurgents including John Tracy of Lowell Massachusetts. The piece details unit changes, supply issues, uniform plans, and ongoing operations against rebel forces, with notes on morale, health, and tactical drills amid the campaign.
Wright, a Chelmsford Centre milk driver employed by James Byam, was held up and beaten at Golden Cove at about 1 30 this morning. The assailants fled toward Chelmsford Centre after grabbing $4 and 75 cents. One wore a dark overcoat and black cap, the other a black hat and overcoat. no further description available. Wright had previously been struck in the head weeks earlier in a barn incident.
The Woonsocket lieutenant of police and Deputy Moffatt questioned a local livery stable owner about a horse sold at a city auction on November 23, 1898. A man hired the horse and buggy for a country drive, disappeared, and later claimed in New Bedford to have driven the team to Lowell and sold it there. Despite searching local dealers, no trace of the team was found in Lowell.
Company M Ninth regiment held its regular meeting at the armory on Monday night. Guest Thomas Pollitt gave a gramophone concert of vocal and instrumental music and a vote of thanks was extended for the entertainment. Officers of Companies C and G of the Sixth attended a regimental meeting in Boston.
A brief note contrasts early footwear with contemporary styles, noting how fashion has become more merciful in its treatment of feet. The reflection hints at evolving comfort and design across eras, suggesting a lighter tone on old shoes versus today's trends.
The school committee met in regular session last night with all members present. Actions included granting a first grade certificate to John F Meehan and praise from Superintendent Whitcomb for January annual reports. A boiler request for London street school was referred for investigation and T P Stevenson’s resignation from the evening drawing school was accepted with thanks. Telephones discussion led to a committee decision to place phones in grammar schools if approved, and Miss Bradley received a one month leave of absence.
The committee on appropriations met in executive session for over three hours to review department estimates and reduce appropriations within budget limits. The private session moved to the councilmen’s room and lasted until eleven, with no public disclosure planned. The final report was not ready for tonight’s aldermen meeting.
The common council will not meet as it is the fifth Tuesday. The aldermen plan a special session to address the January appointment of a superintendent and assistant superintendent of State aid after the mayor’s oversight at the last meeting. John J. Donahoe retires as city wood team driver. George Dobson to succeed.
Major J W Howard consulting engineer from New York will speak at city hall tomorrow evening on street care with emphasis on smooth paving. All citizens invited. Water from the canal backed into the sewer from the Memorial building flooding a cellar and moistening the belt driving the hot air fan, a hazard to heat supply.
A committee of the American Federation of Labor will meet with the State Federation of Labor in Boston to push toward a settlement of the Lowell tannery strike. A real estate offer for tannery premises is being studied, while picket lines at Howe Street report four fewer workers today. Led by local labor leaders, strikers press grievances over timekeeping clocks, sick benefit fund access, and wage comparisons to cotton mills, as J F O Sullivan arrives to address the strikers.
George F B Somerville Hamilton a book keeper in the Union Pacific treasurer's office and resident of 18 Conwell Street was severely cut on the throat in a barbershop prank. The razor edge nicked an artery but Dr Galvin treated the wound at Emergency and Hamilton was later sent home resting after blood loss.
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