09 Jul 1896
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1896
Page
1
A montage of political theater and literary lines from the Democratic convention era. It contrasts free silver disputes with regional pride in Chicago The Windy City and references Yale Harvard and Bob Cook. The piece interweaves verse and prose, ending with an ENVOY and Pall Mall Gazette allusion.
A lively session in Chicago reports the convention poised to adopt the platform and nominate candidates. Senator Hill presents the minority report endorsing gold parity while Tillman champions the majority, clashing over silver and the Cleveland administration. Debate rages as speakers defend or attack the party’s economic stance.
The Chicago Post quotes a dialogue where a man calls the wedding ring a symbol of tyranny and the woman rejects that view. She concedes to an engagement ring but resists the wedding band, arguing the diamond’s practical prestige matters more than theory.
In Decatur Michigan a 1500 population town shows women in power across offices including the leading physician, pastors, restaurateurs, shoemaker, painters, harness-makers, florists and brokers. The postmaster is a woman and women have closed the town saloons.
In Chicago on July 9 W E Lemerisey Forrest Park postmaster sat with his son two daughters and two visitors when a negro entered the doorway and ordered the son to stand still as one daughter helped rob the boy the father left the room then returned with a revolver and killed the intruder in self defense according to reports from the city desk
In Henley on Thames Leander rowed away from Thames Rowing Club by 24 lengths in the final heat. Time 7.43. Earlier Leander beat Thames in decisive style while Immanuel College triumphed over Trinity Hall, Cambridge in the sixth heat for eight oars.
Delegates fill Washington as the Christian Endeavor convention opens with over 300 meetings planned and 200 speakers invited. Prominent figures include Rt. Rev. M S Baldwin Rev H K Carroll Rev T L Cuyler and leading English ministers. Fifteen foreign missionaries attend the first World Christian Endeavor Union convention set for July 13. Renowned performers Percy S Foster P P Bilhorn and E O Excell will lead the chorus with an anthem and songs featured throughout the event.
Washington reports a high authority statement that the Navy Department has ordered all officers on waiting orders to report for duty at once and revoked all leaves. The move signals potential imminent war, suggesting every available ship will be commissioned with full crews promptly.
A cottage was moved from Race Street to the corner of Merrimack and Moody streets on a Wednesday, delaying traffic for two hours as trolley wires were raised. A horse pricked its nose on a guard wire and was thrown to the ground but suffered no serious injury.
$4500 trust funds to loan at 5 per cent. To let, fine tenement, $7. To let, office rooms, some of the best, lowest prices in the city. To let, best and newly furnished rooms, prices the lowest. To let, fine modern house on the Highlands, $20 per month, T. H. Elliot, 64 Central street.
Louisville outplayed Boston with Fraser on the mound, Crook in the field, and Miller at bat. The Colts won 10 to 2, scoring 12 hits and making 1 error, while Boston had 2 runs, 6 hits, and 3 errors.
Football results show Washington at Pittsburgh 19 to 0, Cincinnati at Philadelphia 3 to 2, Cleveland at Brooklyn 11 to 0, and Baltimore 15 at Chicago 8 in reported games. The terse box scores reflect final scores and team pairings across major cities.
In 14 innings New Bedford defeated Bangor 4 to 3. Brockton won 7 to 6 over Portland. Fall River beat Augusta 11 to 1. Pawtucket defeated Lewiston 10 to 8.
Eastern League action saw WilkesBarre win 5 to 2 over Providence and Buffalo prevail 3 to 2 against Rochester. Scranton defeated Springfield 13 to 10 in a separate matchup.
Ex Williams star Lewis, hailed as the top college pitcher by observers, draws interest despite off days. Abbey and Pond, ex Vermont players, also excel in pro circles. other college stars fade quickly in the league. John M Ward critiques league fines, umpire reports, and authority, while Hi Dixwell’s Boston support remains limited by the Bean-eating trio.
A new six mile electric railroad to ascend from Zermatt to the Gornergrat in Switzerland is planned. The line climbs to 10,500 feet with a 15 percent gradient, carrying 100 passengers per two-car train. From Findelen river power, two hour journeys promise scenic views. Cost is $700,000 and opening is set for July 1, 1898.
In police court, Robert Martin liquor seized on June 22, Fred Dale pleads guilty to stealing a horse and wagon at Chelmsford July 7, and held for the grand jury. John Smith's assault case continued. Charles Stewart and Frederick Mc Donough deny breaking into William Calderwood’s barn and shop thefts. McDonough’s alibi questioned, bundles recovered, and both men held for grand jury. Sergt. Palmer praised for vigilance. First-offense drunks fined $1. Patrick McMahon sent to workhouse for 4 months.
The Boott mills will now drink artesian spring water from a 107 foot deep well. Agent Cumnock ordered the deeper, safer supply after years of pump water from John street. The shaft reached 103 feet before water appeared, delivering cool clear water 70 feet below the Merrimack river bed.
Lowell lodge A. O. U. W. reports six candidates initiated and a total membership of 368. To spur growth, a wake-up committee was created with two rival teams led by captains A. H. Coburn and E. W. Chadbourne, listing 15 members each and detailing their rosters.
Lowell residents recall Juniper Point as a growing summer resort now crowded and lively with dining spots and concerts at the Salem Willows. A five acre land purchase near Winter Island by Daniel A. Swan and A. A. Coburn hints at future summer homes, while old figures like "Old Joe" fade as electric cars replace the old charm.
Two church committees met to discuss a dispute between First Congregational Church of Messrs Carter Merrill and McMaster and First Trinitarian Church of Messrs Brigham Sheldon and Martin. The Trinitarians claim extensive church possessions, including hymnals, Bibles, furnishings, and the church building and land, with no decision yet reached.
The Worcester fishing club held its annual outing to Long Pond with about 15 members present. R. O. Adams oversaw arrangements as the group enjoyed a bountiful catch for a fine dinner, reflecting the club's long standing skills since its formation over 25 years ago.
The ad asserts that fine black clay diagonal suits from GENUINE RIVERSIDE WORSTEDS cost at least $4.00 more favorable than cotton lined goods at a low price, urging comparison to show the advantage of the suits.
The sewer committee and Supt Cheney visited Boston shops yesterday to study hoisting engines with the goal of purchasing two. The city now owns one old engine and must hire two for work, a practice the committee deems costly and proposes replacing by buying two engines.
Pain showcases a two week display at Glen Forest starting July 13 featuring a day fireworks show never before presented locally. Matinees run daily afternoons with the full War between China and Japan spectacle. Evening events highlight local interest nights including Lawrence Lowell Haverhill bicycle political nights with portraits of prominent citizens and prizes for riders.
Niblock Bros have purchased the Rose A Jordan millinery establishment and will add a full line of ladies furnishings. They have leased the building to remodel, plan a new front and improvements, and start a Friday morning sale to clear existing stock at low prices.
State senator and alternate delegate-at-large Fisher H. Pearson has arrived in Chicago. During a two weeks’ Louisville visit he found locals favoring gold and saying they would back McKinley if the Democratic convention supported silver.
The Fifth street Baptist Sunday school held its annual picnic at Willow Dale yesterday with many attendees. Supt. Thomas led races and sports including a ball game and tug of war, engaging the young people in lively competition.
A short notice advertises Kayser gloves highlighting that tips outwear the gloves or a new pair may be needed, urging readers to consider updating their winter wear with durable hand coverings.
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