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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1902
Page
5
The questions probe curiosities from around the world, asking who built a historic canal, where vast banquets spread twenty two thousand tables, and which city hosts the most musical people. Other items ask about peculiar climates, holy shrines, London’s street length to America, and bizarre culinary and governance customs.
Governor Crane yesterday named two additional members of the Commission on Uniformity of Legislation in the States to promote a uniform eight hour legal workday. The appointees are George E. McNeil of Cambridge and Ex-Congressman George W. Weymouth of Fitchburg, under a General Court law passed this year.
More than 15,000 spectators witness the Second Brigade review at Lakeville parade grounds with Governor W. Murray Crane and staff watching infantry regiments Troops A and B cavalry Batteries A and B artillery and supporting units. The day includes a luncheon, marching drills, an artillery salute, and wig wag signaling exhibitions.
In Quincy district court Michael M Murphy and Annie O Sullivan are held on $300 bonds as their cases are continued until Saturday. Murphy faced new charges from O Sullivan claiming paternity, pleaded guilty then not guilty, now held on $400 bond. Police Inspector McKay and Officer McAloon praised for timely arrest as red feather in her hat aided recognition ahead of Boston-bound train. Goods from Winchester tied to the case arrive at headquarters for identification. Chief McIntosh of Winchester to assist.
Manila reports General Chaffee, current military governor, will finish duties in September and travel home by way of Suez. He is expected to sail on the United States transport McClellan, due in New York early in December.
Madison July 16 two hours before the state Republican convention began no agreement existed between stalwarts and governor supporters over a Spooner plank. Resolutions favor Spooner unconditionally, oppose Lafollette primary proposals, or urge tariff protection, with La Follette allies possibly backing Spooner. The 5000 in attendance heard Judge Bancroft name the temporary chairman and committee selections. The convention adjourned for a four o'clock recess.
Indispensable ironing aids sold at A G Pollard & Co basement. The sad irons are suited for shirt waists and ruffles, priced at 39 cents each. Sleeve ironing boards offered for 45 cents that can be screwed to a table, enabling easier, more thorough ironing.
A casual remark notes Joaker wearing a necktie described as a pull style. The comment emphasizes the distinctive accessory without further details.
The Minnesota Republican state convention favored the President’s Cuba policy, despite insurgent efforts. The event showcased factional tensions as leaders and committees shifted, with nominational battles and a pending two thirds vote challenge for the reciprocity treaty. The text suggests insurgent support waning and broader acceptance of the administration’s stance.
Boston July 16 The New England Veteran Firemen league schedules a July 31 tournament in Lowell with 50 contestants. Seventy-two associations now belong to the league after reinstating one group and discharge for Randolphs. A Newburyport Neptune joins as a first class member. several clubs are dropped. Special trains run from Boston at 7 30 and 7 45 a m with return late evening. The South common hosts the play. A death notice for Water Commissioner Edward H Judd of Hartford is announced along with a resolutions committee.
A public auction will be held on Thursday, Friday and Saturday after noons and evenings this week at 35 Prescott Street. The sale features 500 landscape and marine oil paintings by Mr. A. W. Morrell, who will attest to his speed and skill. Approximately 100 framed French plate mirrors are also offered. The store opens for display Tuesday morning July 15.
Newport July 16 an alarming labor dispute erupts at the Berwind residence as the pantry battle leaves several new staff dismissed and a second butler reportedly injured. Morris of Bosren is arrested amid looming court action and a widening scandal.
Police search Mary Walsh an 11 year old girl from 135 West Street who disappeared yesterday afternoon after plans to visit Glen Forest resort on the Merrimack river. She is 4 feet 10 inches tall with brown hair blue eyes and wore a light dress and white sailor straw.
Rochester New Hampshire July 16 Norwood P Keen and Samuel T Aber brokers with offices at 4 State street are under arrest on grand larceny charges. Detective McDonald of the Metropolitan Stock Exchange Boston placed Aber under arrest at a hotel. They face arraignment this afternoon before Justice Chadsey. An out of court settlement offer was rejected by McDonald.
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