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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1900
Page
4
The Courier Citizen Company publishes the oldest daily in Middlesex County, established 1826 and a daily since 1845, circulated every day except Sundays and holidays at Merrimack Street offices with carrier delivery six cents weekly? The notice shows 12 cents a week and 50 cents a month prices.
Boston and Maine Railroad service details between Lowell and Boston. Middletown Street Station noted for passenger traffic.
Advertisers and readers out of town may arrange periodic Courier delivery by leaving their name and address at the Courier Citizen building business office to receive a regular copy during their vacation.
The itemized column discusses the Boers and Boxers in conflict, US reactions, and domestic political debate. It notes potential Bryan invitation to the G A R encampment and contemplates pension policy, education funding, and the Fitchburg lease proceeds for school support. Frank Jones defends his Democratic split stance and backs McKinley.
The editorial criticizes Mr. Lodge for suggesting workers vote for Bryan to gain higher wages. It argues that wages and welfare are linked and questions whether appealing to voters on a "low plane" is appropriate, noting that the gist of government concerns workers' welfare.
The piece urges voters to seek conditions benefiting all classes and warns a Bryan vote could harm workers. It notes a crusade against milk dealers using formaldehyde as a preservative, deemed dangerous to infants and the public. It stresses hot July days demand careful attention to milk quality in the food chain.
The piece argues that if nations fail to discipline China and curb conquest, the world could plunge into unprecedented conflict within a year. It endorses preventing China's dismemberment, but challenges the ability of legislatures to decide such a vast matter, and urges the United States to set a righteous example and enforce justice.
James H. Eckels, comptroller under Cleveland, denounces the Kansas City platform and declares he will oppose Bryan in this election. The Boston Journal notes anti imperialism as a campaign issue attracting figures like Eckels. The New York Mail and Express anticipates punishment for Prince Tuan, Boxer leader, if captured, with strong action to fit the crime.
A farmer near Osborne in Clayton County resisted a line installation by pole routing beside his barn. Linemen claimed free use of a central station, drilling a hole in the pole for talking. The farmer tried to call a hog buyer at Elkader and Strawberry Point but heard only garbled messages and noise from the wires, leaving the hogs unsold.
Lowsall and Suburban Street Railway in Massachusetts Electric Companies urge stockholders and others with interests to note that Lowell and Suburban certificates should be delivered at once during business hours of the day to protect interests and ensure proper handling.
Mont Vernon Golf Links plans a full season of tournaments led by C W Royce and W D Rees. Events include ladies and men handicap rounds, mixed foursomes, club championships, and the Mont Vernon Cup, with open attendance upon ground charges and fees. The club hosts a High Tea tomorrow and aims to attract visitors to a delightful New England setting amid hot summer weather.
The article notes the sheltering playground will keep children outdoors most of the day while police officers in heavy gear suffer from the heat. It describes the discomfort of humid weather on white hats and gear, and laments the difficulties of being a police officer in such conditions.
Mr Charles S Winslow and Miss Sadie M Blake were married at 6 30 in the home of the bride with Miss May Gilman as bridesmaid and Fred Winslow as best man Rev A E Kenyon officiating A brief reception followed and the couple left by train at 8 08 for Lake Champlain and Northern New York After August 1 they will reside at 230 Lincoln Street
Margaret Walton aged 57 died yesterday at 31 Hampshire street. Survived by husband Seth J and children James H Devine Lucy Lizzie Walton Edward and sister Mrs Maria Graves of Providence RI. George W Brooks of Elizabeth NJ dies aged 39 at Long Pond. survived by wife two brothers Charles M and Henry O and sister Mrs O A Manahan of Lowell. Ann Cavanaugh dies at her Carolins court home yesterday. survived by husband Edward Cavanaugh and sister Mrs William Chapman of Lawrence.
The column records funerals from multiple families including Berard Lamey Waters Adams Mullen Brooks Walton Chenezell Cloutier Marvel Cavanaugh Lord and Livingstone. Services span St Josephs Lowell Carlisle and local churches with varied clergy, choirs, bearers, and interment sites.
Several styles of gray striped worsted and cassimere suits and trousers offered at low prices. Includes light and dark gray striped worsteds, an all wool light striped cassimere, and a checked cassimere. Six styles of handsome worsteds comparable to high priced trousers, made in Rogers Peet shop.
After a Monday night contest a spectator threw a chair striking Mr. O'Brien on the head leaving him unconscious for 12 hours and requiring 20 stitches. Mrs. P. F. Roberts and daughters of 167 School Street stay at Old Orchard, Me. John H. Kimball sails from New York today aboard the St. Paul for Europe. Mrs. Robert Noblett, formerly of Lowell and now in New York, visits old friends in this city.
Fraternal notices recount a meeting of the J. P. Maxfield Circle Ladies G A R with Sister Rolfe of Chicago on Grand Army work. Court Samuel Champlain Foresters installed officers including Philip Bourque and Joseph Boudreau after eight propositions and nine initiations. installation delayed from July 3. Labor Day rallying committee formed by Carpenters. Garfield Colony and Pilgrim Fathers initiated one candidate each. County President Edward J. Carroll visited Hibernians. Division 2 A H installed six officers led by Thomas J. Lynch with remarks predicting success and a postmeeting program of music and readings.
An 19th century promotional note claims bad blood causes catarrh rheumatism and humors and asserts Hood's Sarsaparilla purifies blood cures these ailments and removes tiredness and loss of appetite.
A personally conducted tour via the Pennsylvania Railroad will depart Boston on September 24 for Gettysburg Luray and Washington. The package price of 35 dollars covers carriage drives Cavern admissions hotel accommodations and more. Tour arranged by D N Hell tourist agent 206 Washington Street Boston.
A Hampton Beach notice advertises a new hotel with European plan, offering rooms from 1.00 to 1.04, connected train routes to Lowell Lawrence Haverhill Newburyport Exeter and Dover, plus billiards and dining facilities. It touts nearby beaches and views of the Shoals with reasonable rates and full cafe service.
Rev D force of Leon P Q presides over a late church event and Rev BE A B steps in during an absence. Judge Bell rules in the Luanna F Worthen versus Frank W Worthen divorce case, denying the libellant’s prayer. Other locals, including Mr Southwell Farrington and family, return from Moosehead and area workers relocate to old posts. Witnesses report on a McGovern case as well.
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