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Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1902

Page

3

Flat Denial of Proselyting in Philippine Schools Confirmed

Secretary Root reports a cable from Manila dated July 9 1902 refuting claims that American teachers in the Philippines proselytize Catholic students. Governor Wright says few isolated cases only. Catholic and Protestant officials agree public education remains nonsectarian and free of religious instruction during school hours.

Washington Root Philippines Wright Catholic Times Gov. Wright Manila United States Bryan Normal School School of Instruction Stone Oliver Catholic University Moses O. F. Atkinson Islands Father McKinnon Archbishop Chappelle Holy See Ireland National Educational Association Minneapolis Archipelaeo Philippine Islands

Camp of Second Brigade Readied in Lakeville

Lakeville Mass July 11 The Second Brigade M V M camp preparations are complete with company streets laid out cook houses erected and the first mess hall to be sounded tomorrow. Meals include boiled dinner rice tea and coffee in the camp.

Lakeville Mass

Quiet town shifts to holiday mood as regiments settle in

The Ninth regiment moved in first to set up quarters, followed closely by the Eighth as the ordinarily quiet town rapidly takes on a holiday aspect.

Eighth

Outlaw Tracey eludes guards near Sluice creek

Covington Washington July 11 Outlaw Tracey slipped through a guard cordon at Sluice creek engaged deputies in a brief gun battle near a saw mill and escaped into the timber. Deputies reported Tracey possibly wounded and fleeing toward Covington after midnight as trains passed.

Covington Wash Tracey Sluice Creek T. F. Crowe Palmer J. C. Bunce Fred Bunce Galvin Crowe Bunces Bunce

Tracey Cornered as Posse Binds Ridge Near Covington

In Tacoma on July 11 Sheriff Cudihse and many posses hunted outlaw Tracey around Covington. Trains toward the Northern Pacific tunnel in the Cascades were halted and searched. The rugged terrain suggests Tracey is boxed in at a triangular point with events imminent.

Tacoma Wash Cudihse Covington Tracey Northern Pacific Cascades Triangle

Insane man terrorizes family near Belfast Maine

A family in East Belfast appeals to police for protection from Ora Richards a 35 year old farmer who has threatened to kill them and is reportedly hiding in the woods armed they fear he has gone insane and may strike at night.

Belfast Ora Richards

Unknown Woman Found Dead in Lodging House

An unknown woman was found dead this afternoon at Goldberg's lodging house on Common Street. She arrived several days ago from Manchester New Hampshire. She had $2.50 on her and no identification. Medical Examiner Dow reports death from excessive drinking.

Lawrence Goldberg Common Street Manchester N. H Dowes

Lawrence Weavers Restrained by Court Hailing Alliance Action

Lawrence July 11 The Weavers Alliance met tonight Deputy Sheriff Abbott served injunction papers on the leaders restraining them from intimidating the American Woolen company's operatives.

Lawrence Weavers’ Alliance Abbott American Woolen Company

Rhine Breaks River Wall In Switzerland Flood Crisis

Geneva reports the Rhone ruptured the river wall at Illarsaz in Valais submerging the plain between Vionnaz and Vonvry. Over one hundred yards of the wall collapsed. Traffic on the St. Maurice line halted. Anxiety grips lowland residents.

Geneva Switzerland RhOne Illarsaz Canton of Valais Vionnaz Vonvry St. Maurice

Utica man dies after Actylene Gas blast injuries

New Bedford July 11 C E Allen of Utica NY second man injured in Marion Actylene Gas explosion yesterday died at St Luke's hospital at 2 30 this afternoon The accident left several wounded and authorities investigated the blast at the site for cause and safety measures.

New Bedford C. E. Allen Utica N. Y Marion St. Luke’s Hospital

Pain Balm Aids Woman's Restored Health In Ohio Letter

George Schaub of New Lebanon Ohio praises Chamberlains Pain Balm after his wife suffered back pains for eight weeks. He reports relief after a few days and a return to normal duties before the bottle finished. The note adds that the ointment is sold by druggists and mentions a prior testimonial about Deans Ointment curing a leg sore. The al fresco life is charming for everyone except the head of the household.

George Schaub New Lebanon Ohio Dayton Volkszeitung Chamberlain Jame

Rosita Perfumes Offered Free at Carleton Hovey Shop

Free trial of Rosita perfumes demonstrated at Carleton and Hovey, 286 Merrimack Street. Clothing or handkerchiefs pressed to show quality, no purchase required. Eleven odors available, 26c per ounce, matching 40c goods.

Rosita Carleton & Hovey Merrimack Street

King Edward to be crowned August 9 in simplified ceremony

London July 11 official statement says the king has improved enough to move to the royal yacht for air and healing. Coronation now practically set for Saturday August 9 with a pared down procession from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey and back, no royal progress planned.

London Buckingham Palace Portsmouth Edward Westminster Abbey Earl Marshal

Visit Notes from Middlesex County North Chelmsford

Clarence H. Cook of New York visits his sister Mrs. A. W. Trubey in North Chelmsford. Miss Lilian Clark of Chicago is visiting her grandfather Rev. J. B. Cook in the same area during the summer.

Clarence H. Cook New York City A. W. Trubey Lilian Clark Chicago Rev J. B. Cook

Graniteville church to skip services for two Sundays

No services will be held at the Methodist church in Graniteville on July 13 and July 20 due to the pastor's vacation absence. The action affects church attendance and local observance for the specified Sundays.

Methodist Church Graniteville

Girls Visit Spectacle Pond for Barge Trip

A group of Central Congregational Society girls rode a barge to Spectacle pond in North Littleton to visit their boy friends who are there on outing. Chaperoned by Mrs. E. C. Bartlett, the girls will later take their turn at camp life at the same site when the boys return.

Central Congregational Society Spectacle Pond North Littleton E. C. Bartlett

Real Estate Transfers Across Towns and Streets

William Manning transfers land with buildings on Gorham street to Dennis Meagher for $1. Multiple parcels move on Belle vue, Beacon, Burnside, Third, Fairfield, Maple, High, Gage, Hampstead, Abbott, Central, and other streets for $1. Notable larger deeds include Eveline M. Leonard to Andrew C. Wheelock on Central street for $1700.

William Manning Dennis Meagher Gorham Street Solon S. Whithed Elizabeth McGill Bellevue Street Hiram E. Huse Beacon Street Patrick Herbert Mary A. Rabbitt Burnside Avenue Caroline Hoyle Telesphere Third Avenue Thomas C. Lee Walter A Fairfield Street Albert E. Osgood Patrick Clancy Maple Street Ethan A. Smith F. B. Shedd Honora Ryan High Street Caliste Demarais Emma Demarais Gage Street Shepard & Russell Edith E. Ingalls Hampstead Street Mary A. Walker Bridget T. Connors Abbott Street Eveline M. Leonard Andrew C. Wheelock Central Street Chelmsford Martha A. Richardson Thomas P. Sheehan Twist Road Margaret J. Sullivan Et al James T. O’hearn East Chelmsford Middlesex Institution George W. Poore

Bargain Lot of Men’s Summer Undershirts

A. G. Polard & Co offers Egyptian cotton striped undershirts at 29c each and Jersey ribbed shirts with drawers at 38c each, sizes all available, basement location. All items priced below regular 75c and 50c values in limited stock.

A. G. Polard & CO

New Dyspepsia Cure Promises Permanent Relief

Advertises Mi o na as a vegetable remedy that cures dyspepsia by healing diseased digestive organs rather than masking symptoms. Claims to restore gastric juices, reduce food decomposition, and improve overall strength with a money back guarantee. Ellingwood & Co. offers free samples at their Lowell, Massachusetts store.

Hawaii Ellingwood & Co Corner Central Merrimack Streets Lowell Mass

Rescued Heroic Rescuers at Rolling Mill Mine

Johnstown Pa July 11 Fourty men descended into the Cambria Steel Rolling Mill mine hoping to find survivors. Fourteen were saved and eighty seven bodies recovered by dusk with many more feared dead. Rescue teams faced hostile conditions and a maniac miner. fourteen living were brought out in worsening air and heat. By 11 pm eighty nine dead and nineteen wounded were reported with investigators planning a coroner’s inquest once diggings and testimonies proceed.

Johnstown Cambria Steel Company No. 4 Robinson Nine 3

Deaths of Mrs. Annie Alexander Hector and Col. Nathaniel McKay

Mrs Annie Alexander Hector the novelist known by Mrs Alexander died suddenly in London last Thursday. Born in Dublin in 1826 she leaves a notable literary legacy. Col Nathaniel McKay Washington hotel magnate died suddenly at Atlantic City on Thursday of heart failure on his wedding tour, age 11 years.

Annie Alexander Hector Alexander London Dublin Col Nathaniel McKay Washington, D. C Atlantic City Col. McKay

Taft Mission Advances in Philippine Friars Talks

Washington and Rome report progress in Vatican negotiations over Philippine friars and lands. Compromise is possible on substitutions of friars of other nationalities. Immediate withdrawal is unlikely. pace depends on Vatican internal politics and a potential gradual withdrawal if Washington accepts the Vatican assurances. Only President Roosevelt can decide on accepting such promises.

Washington Vatican Taft United States Philippines Rome Philippine Islands Roosevelt

German repertory theatres as model for American stage

John Corbin argues German repertory theatres, funded by royalty and municipalities, create nationwide cross-city runs, steady revivals, and varied, high quality productions. He notes actors tour between cities, authors gain multiple managers, and a broad public benefits from educational access, predicting slow adoption in English speaking America.

Germany America Munich Stuttgart Vienna Berlin Theatre Francais National Treasury New York Philadelphia Chicago Milwaukee Vorsart Sorma Edilon Bonn Sonnenthal John Corbin

To Rent: Highlands and Centralville Tenements and Home

Several tenements for rent across Highlands and Centralville with 3 to 8 rooms. Prices range from 5.50 to 7.00 dollars, with a heated Highlands residence at 25 dollars and modern improvements. Contact T. H. Elliott at 64 Central St.

Highlands Westford Street Centralville Mills T. H. Elliott Central St

Reputation Clings to Mary MacLane Despite Quiet Radcliffe Life

The nineteen year old sensationalism attached to Mary MacLane follows her despite quiet study at Radcliffe. Observers say the world refuses to tolerate eccentricity in a woman, regardless of her present conduct or ambitions.

Mary MacLane Radcliffe

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