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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1900
Page
1
Poem excerpt describing wind crossing a hill and valley, kissing the hill, stirring rushes, a cloud from the west scattering rain on ice and clematis, and a rain dews over corn. The speaker expresses affection for both wind and cloud in midsummer imagery from the August New Lippincott.
The Springfield Republican harshly attacks Edward Atkinson as absurd while noting Gov Roosevelt opens a campaign. The piece contrasts political tempers with medical idle weeks and mocks May Li Hung Chang, urging strict actions for unrest as dog days loom.
Two people died from sun stroke in Boston and nearby areas on Tuesday with another person in dangerous condition. A 45 year old married man Cornelius Duggan of South Boston collapsed in a hallway at 127 West Fifth Street and died after medical aid arrived. A second man, about 36, was found dead in woods near Perkins and Prince streets in Jamaica Plain. Frank Burns found him and notified Officer Delaney. The body, taken to the city hospital morgue, was described as 5 feet 9 inches, sandy mustache, dark hair, and the outfit of striped trousers, checked coat, and black hat. No identification was found.
President and Cabinet members in Washington attended an informal dinner at Secretary Gage’s Chevy Chase home to honor Gov. Allen of Porto Rico. Gov. Allen shared island experiences and American rule results while much talk centered on China and allied powers actions. no new Chinese news emerged beyond what was public earlier.
The Young Women's Christian Association outing set for Saturday afternoon will be at Mrs. Nathaniel Glidden home at Chelmsford Centre, replacing yesterday's noted venue Mrs. Charles Glidden.
The Traders National Bank began July 1 1892 and eight years of prosperity show a rising series of average deposits. Official statements list deposits from 170 918.94 to 2 812 804.81 across successive years, illustrating sustained growth and stability.
The Thaders National Bank offers savings deposits with the savings department rated at four percent per year, credited semi annually. The bank provides secure vault facilities and exclusive access to safe deposit boxes. Hours listed include the morning and afternoon periods, with a focus on private banking in a prestigious setting.
London dispatches report Prince Tuan issued an edict for a general rising with 950000 mobilized troops. Chinese fleet concentrates in the China Sea as reports of Japanese activity circulate. Li Hung Chang departs Canton for Pekin amid tensions. Hong Kong dispatches weigh risks to Pekin legations and Siberian invasion fear. Also notes a death on Oak street, Margaret Lucy, during a domestic incident.
Despatches from Che Foo July 18 report Army officers Major Lee Captain Brewster Lieuts Naylor Hammond and Waldron possibly uninjured Captain Long Marine Corps wounded Second Lieutenant Lang Army wounded an aid sent to Tianjin for accurate details State Dept receives Shan tung courier from Pekin July 9 Legations still holding out Allen at Seoul reports Boxers and Chinese active near Corean frontier locals flee Corean government anxious
New York reports a ripple through shipping circles as transports are chartered for China. Cable notices say 15 German steam ships in the Atlantic trade have been requisitioned as war transports and supply ships by the German Emperor. The U S government is said to be chartering steamers of various nations along the Pacific coast.
Maine burglars entered the Brewer Savings bank early today and tried to blow the safe but were frightened off before the charge exploded. No money was in the safe as funds were kept in Bangor banks.
Cambridge July 18 Charles R Eastman Harvard instructor charged with killing Richard H Grogan Jr was discharged today Judge Almy after a two day hearing found nothing to warrant holding the prisoner for trial Grogan was shot July 4 and Eastman said it was accidental
On July 18 Boston endures a severe heat wave with government readings at noon hitting 94.2. The city reports intense suffering and several prostration cases as authorities warn residents to stay hydrated and seek shade.
Lawrence July 18 two men died from heat. Charles Smith a teamster collapsed while working at Arlington mills yard and could not be revived. Other details are incomplete in the report.
Manchester July 18 three laborers underlining a foundation beneath Concord street escaped a massive stone and earth avalanche. William Livingston 30 was buried above the waist and crushed by a ton weight while Fred Farrell and George Morrow barely dodged the danger and freed him after over twenty minutes. Livingston faces possible internal injuries but should recover if no complications arise.
Fall River dispatch notes war in China hurting export trade in print cloths. Lowell mills mostly export coarse goods to China with orders already ceasing. local Fall River mills could shift to finer weaves, but overall market remains active and firm.
About 75 weavers in Boott corporation No 6 mill quit work over the re-employment of loom fixer Lacey a controversial figure in recent idleness of fixers After negotiations with Agent Kerr a return to work was agreed but the weavers refused to work with Lacey signaling ongoing tension and unresolved partiality concerns.
A heat wave in Merrimack square and surrounding areas sent temperatures into the high 90s and into the 100s in some spots. Crowds sought shade and cooling as workers, clerks, and street crews endured long hours in ovens-like heat before a brief 15 minute shower dropped the index by about 10 degrees.
The notice describes eczema as reddening itching oozing and scaling and notes it may be called tetter milk crust or salt rheum. It claims Hood’s Sarsaparilla removes the causes and permanently cures severe skin eruptions with no equal among remedies.
A list of subscriptions received to the floating debt of St. John’s Hospital shows total commitments exceeding 3500 dollars. Donors include Fred C. Church 10, Mrs. R. Wood 2, Henry McGregor 1, James Garvey 1, Patrick McMahon 1, Philip Melinnery 1, W. H. Quigley 1, John Quessey 1, Ingram & Axminster Carpet Sion 50, Mrs. McCaffrey 2, Anthony McCann 20, Joseph McCann 0, Mary O’Brien 1, Bridget Ryan 0, George H. Keating 1, John J. Allen 1, Thos Coleman 1, Seymour Blake 1, Oliver Ericson 0.5, Dennis Casey 1, Wilber McGrady 1, and others making small sums. The article lists numerous contributors with varying amounts.
The thirty third annual report for 1899 shows seven percent treated for disease with 572 discharged well, 66 died and 30 remaining. 22 accident cases and 387 surgeries. ether 248, chloroform 102, cocaine 67 used. Ambulance brought 297 cases. Deaths within 24 hours totaled 15. excluding these, hospital death rate about 6 percent. Outpatient 1851 cases: 637 surgical, 625 medical, 359 eye, 182 ear and throat, 62 dental, etc gynecological. Six nurses graduated. in seven years 34 trained nurses have graduated. Staff includes Dr. John C. Irieh, chairman. Dr. Leonard Huntress, secretary. Dr. Robert K.B. Bell. Joe V. Meigs, Jr.. Thomas J.B. Smith. Dr. William P. Lauer. Dr. William A. Johnson. Dr. Stephen J. Johnson. Dr. Thomas F. Harrington. Dr. Ka ward J. Welch. Dr. George H.A. Leahey. Dr. Moves G. Parker. house physicians Dr. Crone th hh out. O'Connor, M. J. et al. Meaghert’s Riaser Lamoureaus, Marston, eur. Dr. James Loughran and Sere Rete oat ls tist, Dr Harner.
The notice states dealers and societies must obtain 10 U. S. wholesale revenue licenses in addition to existing $25 retail licenses. It emphasizes individuals, clubs, and societies are affected and must comply under the new licensing framework.
The second water test from a well on the Eagan farm near Nelson avenue conclusively showed arsenical poisoning as the cause of the three deaths in ten days. A prior sample had only traces. the newer test near the house revealed unmistakable arsenic, with the Marsh apparatus indicating a mercury-like appearance. Parish green arsenic likely contaminated the well. buttermilk, previously blamed, is deemed unrelated. Mrs. Eagan remains critically ill at Lowell General Hospital.
A drowning occurred yesterday at Beaver brook near the Mer rimack river as 23 year old Telesphere Herbert, a worker at Stover's shoe shop, attempted a swim with three companions. He vanished after signaling for help. bodies recovered by 5 pm. He was the main support for his family, including his mother, father, and sister.
The police court disposed of twenty cases in about three quarters of an hour. Seven men were released, five rounded up near cars for suspicious behavior. One man, employed locally, faced charges related to distressing conduct.
A timely opportunity announces a pre inventory sale on clothing and furnishings. Sweltering weather makes these items necessary and shoppers can save as prices are reduced now whether staying home or traveling.
A large lot of striped flannel suits in sizes up to 46 are marked down at SG A Suit, with Madras pieces featuring attached collars and cuffs offered at about 50 in the lot. Previously sold at 2 to 2.50, the items include rough braid straws and $1,560 kinds now 50c, with various patterns and single or double breasted styles.
Fred Billings was fined five dollars and Henry Cross jailed after guilty verdicts and sentence to be imposed tomorrow. Daniel P. Leary admitted stealing 45 yards of cloth from Tre mont and Suffolk mills, with the roll found in his bed. he claimed drunkenness and received one month for theft and 15 days for drunkenness. Ann Hardman’s assault case against Margaret Hart was postponed to July 21.
John Wren and Dimo Simonds were taken by ambulance to hospital after Wren fell from his bicycle near the Gorham street railroad bridge at 6 30 this morning. Wren, of 1020 Gorham street, sustained head and facial injuries and was treated at St. John's. Simonds, of 11 Garnet street and employee of Lawrences Manufacturing, suffered a scalp wound at work and was taken to the Corporation hospital.
Torrents and an overflowing sewer on Market Street during the afternoon shower flooded the excavated street. Holes and ditches filled with water and loose dirt sections sank back into openings. The sudden storm created extra work for men installing conduits.
At 11.20 this forenoon Officer Lamor eux arrested Felix Wobleski for riding a bicycle on the sidewalks on Middlesex street and had his own wheel badly broken in the incident.
Officer Martin Maher collected a woman's black cape found on Bridge street close to Merrimack square shortly before midnight last night, as police note the recovered item.
A band concert scheduled for tonight on the South common is postponed and will be held tomorrow night instead.
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