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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1900
Page
1
A fragmentary Boston Transcript poem explores farewell sentiment, contrasting good night with morning hope. The speaker wishes enduring closeness and prayerful wishes for reunion, blending intimate emotion with religious cadence as the day ends.
Comment discusses the Standard Oil fire as a test of national resolve, notes potential impact on the country and W. J. Bryan, flags the choice of a running mate as a major issue this term, urges the Legislature to act quickly and warns of Sirius times starting the 25th.
The obituary notices detail the funeral of Joseph A. Fancy leader of the Independent Order of Good Templars of Massachusetts at 79 Shawmut Avenue Boston. Charles R Adams Boston vocal music teacher dies at West Harwich after a storied career in opera and teaching. Hon Nathaniel F Ryder former governor’s council member from the First District dies in Middleboro after a period with Bright’s disease.
Newburyport faces a water shortage as the city’s pumping station basin shows declining levels. A Marlboro street main break on Wednesday caused a loss of 500000 gallons. Water commissioners limit street sprinkling to half of normal and warn suspension if rain does not come. Notices go to 150 lawn hose users to stop using city water.
Franklin praises thrift and the power of small, steady additions as a path to greater wealth. The piece urges readers to start saving now, with Franklin’s wisdom quoted to encourage persistent, gradual accumulation.
A bank notice invites patrons to open accounts in the Savings Department to prepare for possible future needs. It states deposits of one dollar and up are accepted. The message emphasizes health and strength and urges prospective customers to begin saving today.
Transacts a general banking business with foreign exchange payable worldwide in multiple languages. Provides safety deposit boxes with private coupon rooms. Savings Dept pays 4 percent per annum, compounded semi annually, interest starts monthly. Ladies banking rooms available. Depository for United States and Massachusetts. Banking hours and locations listed.
Reports from Shanghai dated July 5 note Pekin foreigners face a near hopeless position. A forced march with current troops would ruin the army and slaughter civilians. Chinese forces led by Tung Fuh Siang, 10 000 strong, advance toward Pekin as 50 000 troops hold the city. Tien Tsin has not been bombarded in two weeks. Admiral Seymour was slightly wounded in the shoulder amid house sheltering Captains McCalla Taussig.
London reports an authoritative Shanghai cable stating inquiries reveal a warning to expect the worst. The message dated Thursday July 5 urges readiness for severe developments in Pekin.
Washington cables report Admiral Good from Shanghai warning the insurrectionary movement is extending. If allied forces suffer reverses in the north, disturbances could spread to central and southern China, risking foreign murders and trade ruin. A strong force is needed to check northern viceroys and support southern authorities.
At the Democratic convention in Kansas City on July 6 a dramatic melee over David B. Hill dominated the final day. Hill urged Grady to yield as Grady declared New York would back Hill, while Stevenson's nomination and Towne debates echoed around the hall. The crowd roared as Grady claimed Hill carried New York for the party.
The Silver Republicans in Kansas City adopt a platform favoring bi metalli sm, repeal of current currency law, a graduated income tax, direct senatorial elections, merit system expansion, and direct legislation. They oppose trusts, support the Monroe doctrine, oppose alien land ownership, back public utilities, and urge Philippine policy with Cuba style principles. They call for repeal of war taxes and advocate public control of utilities.
Fire rages at Standard Oil Constable Hook works with eighteenth tank exploding. Heat is so intense water has little effect and more tanks are expected to blow. Local authorities monitor the raging blaze as industry facilities burn.
The area around the planned project shows several nearby houses deserted and abandoned as development advances, leaving vacant properties and increasing concern among residents.
A telegram from the French consul general at Yunnan Sen reports arrival of all foreigners within the Tonquin frontier after great peril. The group traveled through perilous conditions and are said to be safe and well in Paris on July 6.
On July 5 federals repulsed a midnight assault aimed at recapturing Ficksburg Maseru Basutoland. The attack lasted about an hour in fierce fighting before success.
Rear Admiral Cotton designated commandant of the Norfolk navy yard to succeed Rear Admiral Barker who will take command at the Brooklyn navy yard in Washington on July 6.
The Dracut Centre church Sunday school children enjoyed a lawn party on church grounds from 2 to 7 30 pm with games readings piano solos and refreshments. Red white and blue streamers decorated the lawn and an entertainment program featured Myrtie and Maud Coburn Edith Kelly and others. Organizers Mrs Addie Fox Mrs E A Stevens and Mrs F I Kelly led the event.
A pleasant birthday gathering for Arthur J. Kerrigan at Mr. and Mrs. Thos. L. Kerrigan’s Avon street and Fourth avenue home on Thursday July 5. Guests enjoyed refreshments games and singing. Helpers included Master Austin Pierce Miss Lillian Harrington Miss Maggie Coleman and Masters James and Herbert Kerrigan. Miss Cogger won first prize and Master John Riley the consolation in games.
U S B C C will travel to Andover for a game this Saturday with departure from the square at 1 o clock. The Buntings lineup includes captain T Haughton Ji Rowley M Burns J Patrick W Gath W Ellison J Waterhouse A Simpson J Barber C Bailey W Mitchell with reserves J McCormick and J Barnes and scorer Thomas Robinson.
Several trustees of the Lowell textile school visited the Rogers street site opposite Rogers Flalt school this morning to view the premises as a possible location for the new school. No definite proposition has been made yet.
A brief note suggests Mr Hill's stance against silver policy serves as a model for Democrats. The text emphasizes political action and party strategy without further detail about events or dates.
An army of 30 000 men and 10 000 horses for three months requires about 11 000 tons of food and forage. The estimate covers all necessary provisions and feed to sustain operations over the period.
This vintage ad urges keeping the body in order and claims Hood's Sarsaparilla purifies the blood, cleanses the stomach nerves kidneys and bowels, and prevents suffering. It promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as the best medicine you can buy for $1.
A Nelson avenue family suffers multiple deaths from suspected ptomaine poisoning after consuming buttermilk and canned peas. Maurice L. Eagan, 1, died Tuesday night. Mary Irene, 3, died Wednesday. George, 5, remains critically ill. Paul Leo, 7, may recover. Autopsies show poison presence but cause undetermined. doctors suspect buttermilk linked to a local creamery as the source.
The report notes uncertain prognosis for George E. Eagan, foreman at the Boston and Maine freight depot on Thorndike Street. Although his condition is described as grave, no definite statement on his recovery is possible. He enjoys support from many friends during his illness.
The first result of Fitchburg’s acquisition by Boston & Maine is new appointments Charles M. Burt and George E. Bryam as assistant general passenger and ticket agent and assistant general baggage agent. Mileage tickets will be accepted on Fitchburg lines, with Fitchburg mileage tickets honored on B and M lines under similar terms. Rebates will be redeemed at any ticket office. Overhaul of Fitchburg’s equipment and facilities will align with the parent system, as President Tuttle aims to elevate the road to first-class status within a year.
Late last night in Lakeview, Inspector Allen confronted a man breaking into Boisvert’s grocery at 13 Lakeview Avenue. The suspect, Joseph Gannon, 21, fought back but was subdued with a mopstick strike and taken to the police station on residence breakage charges, with additional charges expected.
John E Maguire was named to the police department by the board and assumed duties yesterday after a meeting with Supt Davis. He replaces Constable Gately to provide salaried service for prisoner messages and bail duties, with a daily salary of two dollars.
Contract for plastering the high school annex awarded to Matthias F Connor. Bid reportedly 2800 dollars. Allen reception committee to meet at city hall at 8 PM. City offices ordered to close at 1 PM Saturdays through last August. Assessors report surge in poll tax in ward seven, especially precinct one, where many French voters reside.
Former Alderman Charles N. Bagley has resigned as a public burial places trustee and will be replaced by mayoral appointment to complete his term. Bagley plans moving to Mexico for business. Remaining trustees are Mayor Crowley and former Councilman W. H. Penn.
The committee on accounts referred disputed telephone bills of city departments to the city solicitor for an opinion on council authority to intervene in running expenses after appropriations. The action followed the committee’s Thursday meeting.
The celebrated palmist and occult scientist Leosaidow locates at 79 Appleton Street opposite the post office. His advertised readings promise powers to read the past present and future and have created notable sensations.
Charles Hanson eighty faced a young robber who demanded money as Hanson walked from his Westford Street home to woods near the Coram residence. Hanson used a hatchet to deter the assailant, backing to safety along Parker and Smith streets and managing to reach home exhausted but unharmed. Police were notified after the incident.
Washington dated dispatch via Associated Press claims Gov. Allen of Porto Rico may resign and refuse to return, citing financial woes and helplessness to improve the island. Local interview with Allen family in Rolfe street neither confirms nor denies. Court notes cover multiple minor cases including fines for liquor possession and assault, plus a petty slap case resulting in $14 fine and $100 surety.
At a Panay island trial held March 7 in Iloilo, Col Edmund Rice presiding, four native Ladrones Victoriano Salamandin Andres Simpa Guillermo Sumavon and Corneilo Coldavilla faced robbery and murder charges. Salamandin and Simpia received 10 years hard labor for robbery. Sumavon and Coldavilla were initially sentenced for robbery and murder but Otis commuted the death sentences to 20 years imprisonment in Manila after incomplete witness examination.
A morning session heard numerous drunkenness charges. Only two were discharged while Kate C Halpin received probation. Fines ranged from two to six dollars with several offenders sent to the state farm or held on bonds. George A Taylor and Carrie E Taylor postponed, John Hart bailed then jailed, and Patrick Welch fined ten dollars for assault. Eugene Smith received three months for drunken assault on an invalid.
A civil service examination for clerk and typewriter positions will be held in Lowell once enough applications are filed. Women US citizens who have lived in Massachusetts for a year and in Lowell for six months may apply, with blank applications obtainable from Charles H. Conant, secretary of the board of examiners.
Open today a semi annual sale offering discounts on all men's fancy suits and fine worsted trousers, boys vestee and wash suits, and straw hats. Prices range from ten to twenty two dollars, with emphasis on high grade goods. See goods in person to appreciate savings.
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