06 Jul 1899
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1899
Page
1
A poem depicts a widowly scene at home where a wife prepares the kitchen for two, the sunlit day contrasting with her sorrow. The old house holds memories of lively gatherings as chairs sit empty and thoughts drift to those long gone, the table set as a quiet ritual.
A breezy local note jokes about Pepperell War Rens being the town’s biggest squirts on Independence Day. A Cincinnati Saengerbund festival faces a $55,000 deficit, signaling near ruin for the society. Other items mention Matthews' Gospel in Boston, a looming lieutenant governor nomination race, and a 94 degree day with George Fred Williams linked to Bryan. Minor boy accidents are noted.
Basement. A G Pollard & Co offers white checked goods at 3 1 4 cents a yard for aprons and dresses and remnants of dimity and stripes at 5 cents a yard. The Macmillan company has postponed Dorman Eaton's Government of Municipalities to fall, amid Mazet committee interest in New York.
Houston reports describe a vast Texas flood zone turning the once fair region into a god forsaken wilderness. Water stands 30 feet deep for six days as fields vanish under slime and carcasses float by. Hundreds of homes submerged, many swept away, with an estimated 200 deaths and farmer losses of 10 million dollars plus railroads at 3 million.
Melrose July 6 Rev D P Livermore husband of Mary A Livermore the famous orator and leader of women died this morning aged 81 He was born in Leicester Mass He was a Universalist preacher and the author of religious works.
Steady rain for a day inundated the Neosho valley in Humboldt Kansas, with six feet of floodwater submerging fields and causing major crop damage. A farmer drowned and officials fear flood levels may surpass the 1865 disaster.
A morning fire in Tarn's block in Gloucester spread to the adjacent Cape Ann Breeze building. The total loss is estimated at 58000 dollars with 40000 dollars insured.
A dynamite cartidge exploded during mine excavation near Odessa, Berlin reports. Forty four people were killed and twenty wounded in the incident.
Washington reports a war department plan to elevate Brig. Gen. Leonard Wood, with him possibly becoming governor general of Cuba and later Army commander. Officers feared such rapid advancement would sideline rivals like Adjt. Gen. Corbin, prompting talk of Wood leaving the service by joining a railroad syndicate offer that he declined after a presidential audience.
This morning alarms from box 19 at 8 30 for a slight fire in a Chapel street building owned by F Merrill due to a faulty chimney. At 11 15 box 2 prompted firemen to a Merrimack street house tied to the Dr Kimball estate with a rag fire, quickly out. A 6 30 telephone alarm drew a few firefighters to a Merrimack street block blaze started by a firecracker.
Night before the Fourth burglars forced entry by removing a pane of glass at A. J. Keith’s grocery on Bridge Street. They ransacked the store but only made off with $3. Police were notified.
One wheelman in yesterday's parade, Trueworthy, states he gave his name to the committee and did refuse it, while the report notes a feature worthy of inquiry. The declaration raises questions about identification and process in the event.
The Fourth of July observance in Lowell featured a morning parade with a Centralville route to City Hall, a firemen’s muster, children's entertainments, and evening fireworks. Veterans from Mexican and Civil War eras led contingents, with bands, humorous floats, and civic groups showcasing their pride amid heat and crowds. The Neptune company from Newburyport impressed, while Lowell’s Military Band declined to participate. The day included various mock battles at Merrimack Square and Tower’s Corner, and notable participants included John H. White, a Nashua veteran, and Heminger Rees of Manchester, among others.
The parade topped the day’s celebration attracting crowds along the route with near full downtown windows filled. It started late but moved quickly once begun, ending about 11 30 at Davis Corner. Judges Ram say Sullivan and Doherty weighed prizes as many stores and homes displayed flags and bunting, with decorations spreading beyond the march line.
An old advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure all for health. It claims pure blood is rare and asserts nine of ten lack it, urging readers to purify their blood to laugh first, last, and always with improved vitality.
The Middlesex Women's club committee opened the summer vacation school at the Mann school house and grounds corner of Broadway and Dummer street. By 10 o'clock about 100 to 150 children attended, with plans to limit to 100. Activities included sand play, flag processions, kindergarten songs, lunch, orderly lines, calisthenics, and promising discipline mixed with fun. Miss Gertrude Taylor leads as trained kindergartner, with Miss Katherine Walker as temporary assistant and several volunteers aiding. Mothers expressed gratitude and support for the project, and organizers anticipate full attendance each morning.
The public waits as parade judges finalize prize awards. Ramsay is excluded for missing the event, leaving Sullivan and Doherty to decide. The Portuguese Benefit Society and Post 42 members will receive prizes amid many uncertain placements.
Report notes funny incidents tied to badge distribution for general and sub committees. A portion of the badges vanished in an unaccountable manner, prompting curiosity and lighthearted speculation within the office.
Be on hand Wednesday morning for a remarkable clearance of summer stock. High class men and boys clothing recently bought from top American manufacturers at 40 cents on the dollar. All odds and ends sold to cover sewing and trimming costs. Sale begins Wednesday morning July 5.
On the North common in the afternoon press and committee badges were seen on sewer employees and other locals. The committee on accounts will meet this afternoon with a possible Fourth committee soon to approve bills. A balance may remain after all bills are paid. The Lowell Military band’s failure to turn out could save about $125, with more possibly returned from other sources.
Death notices list several individuals in a city area with dates July 3 and 4. Names include Jane F Greig, Frederick 8 Geer, John Hines, Ro land J Ayer, Mary Lauret ta Bratton, John J Riley, Thomas Wayne, Delia BE Sherlock, and Ann Callahan. Addresses appear after each name, with ages ranging from infants to 83. The notes indicate birth-related events and deaths at homes and hospitals.
In this city to Mr and Mrs E F Anderson of School street a son. In this city on July 3 to Mr and Mrs Peter A Fay of First street a son.
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