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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1900
Page
1
A collection of satirical lines and brisk witticisms touching cultural fusions, local medical quips, canine rights, nature motifs, and political figures. References include Pekin, Chelsea, Pettigrew, Dewey, and De Wet with humorous bite on current affairs and international affairs.
Bertha B. Goddard wife of Norman Goddard dies at 436 School Street. Funerals for Mrs Lucy M. Nutter who died in Portsmouth New Hampshire brought here for burial with services at Edson Cemetery conducted by Rev Kenyon. Nutter is mother of Mrs George E Worthen of this city.
Annie H Hartley aged 40 years and 5 months dies in the city. Funeral services will be held at her home 163 Walker Street Wednesday afternoon at 2 o clock. Friends invited.
The remarkable eight year growth of Traders National Bank is explained by official statements showing its prosperity and popularity among depositors, which made the rise possible.
The article extols a bank's sturdy business conduct focused on depositors and prudent investments. It notes deposits of one dollar and up are welcome, highlighting the institution's prosperity and popularity through careful management and progressive practices.
The Traders National Bank transacts general banking, offers foreign exchange in multiple languages, and provides safety deposit boxes with private coupon rooms. It pays 4 percent interest in its Savings Department, compounded semi annually, with monthly rest. The bank has a ladies banking room and serves as a depository for the U S and Massachusetts. Hours are 8 a m to 4 7 m on Saturdays, with banking rooms located at 30 to 46 Buildale sex street and 11 to 24 Post Office avenue.
Washington July 24 The President and the Emperor of China exchanged letters about McKinley using U S influence to restore order in China. China must assure the ministers are alive and place them where they can contact their governments. Sheng from Shanghai says ministers will be moved from Pekin to Tientsin under escort and that the government has protected and fed them.
Veterans engineer Charles Hathaway formerly of Lowell died in a wreck near Wabasha Minnesota when Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul train number two was washed out. Fireman Thomas also perished and several passengers were injured. Hathaway was a long known New England engineer. Protests reached President McKinley as Americans lose land along the Alaska boundary line.
The Hamburg American Line steamer Deutschland arrived Plymouth at 8 30 in the morning on her eastward maiden trip from New York, completing a record passage of five days fourteen hours and six minutes. This marks a new fastest crossing, highlighting accelerated ocean travel for the era. The voyage began in New York and ended in Plymouth with celebratory reports of the record time.
London July 24 supplementary estimates due to the prolongation of the South African war total 34,500,000 pounds with an additional 11,500,000 pounds needed. The revision covers extended military costs and related expenditures.
New Orleans on July 24 saw Police Captain John T. Day and Patrolman Peter J. Lamb killed in a riot with African Americans. The incident occurred early today as officers confronted rioters in the city.
Boston reports generally fair conditions tonight and Wednesday with light to fresh south winds across the region.
Boston July 4 heavy fog delayed the Russian cruiser Variag about eight hours reaching Boston. A Cramps representative said today the screws standardizing trial could shift to tomorrow. Variag, 6500 tons, four funnels, aims for 28 knots for 12 hours. actual trial at Cape Ann reached over 22 knots. Capt Sargent of Cramps Co to oversee. a formal transfer could follow if trial is satisfactory. After Cape Ann, Variag to Mt. Desert for speed tests. Chinese complications loom over status and repayment.
11 Porto Rican teachers—six women and five men—arrived in New York from San Juan aboard the McPherson and are expected in Cambridge to join Harvard summer school. They were not invited to the Cuban group and will pay for most expenses while receiving free tuition. Dr Eduardo Newman, San Juan schools director, arrived ahead to arrange reception as Harvard officials consider policy amid low funds and growing Cuban arrivals.
If you wake with a headache memory dull and nerves weak with pain between the shoulders and misery it signals a sluggish liver. Ayer’s Pills claim to correct a faulty liver and restore balance.
Street committee conducted hearings on Ellsworth, Paine, Saunders, Appleton, Clitheroe, School and Keene streets with petitions for sidewalks, edge stones, and paving. Several requests were tabled pending grading, foundation work, or further inspection, and two petitions were granted. The session adjourned after further referrals and adjournment.
The notes of the labor day observance committee meeting at city hall show Alderman Howe presiding and Geo Emsley named secretary. Labor union reps debated whether the $1000 city aid should fund carriage hire and prizes, with unions covering other costs and the program details to be itemized for committee approval.
City hall committee discussed a proposed ordinance to limit heavy teaming on the boulevard speedway to preserve its condition. Labor union representatives urged city employment of union workers, while talks on a Lowell Board of Industries and waste paper box franchises were postponed for more details. The panel adjourned to Thursday night for further hearings.
Mrs Thomas Be Eagan’s condition worsens at Lowell General Hospital with family told little chance of recovery as her health declines and officials note the situation as grave.
An old advertisement claims Hood's Sarsaparilla removes scrofula and associated ailments by cleansing humors and enriching blood. Hood's Pills touted as a non irritating remedy for liver complaints and “catar” issues, urging use with the Sarsaparilla.
In Philadelphia a foreign Armenian, Kackadoor Noorigian, faced Judge Fisher on an assault with a knife charge after a late Saturday alley clash with Bernard Mullen near Back Central street. Witnesses described a brutal fight ending with Mullen bleeding from multiple cuts and Noorigian fleeing before arrest.
A man who drove off Dr. Bailey's team this morning reached Suffolk and Merrimack streets before being thrown from the rig. He picked himself up and fled, the horse was captured, and police are seeking the thief.
About 150 West Point hopefuls in Highland Falls watched a fierce hazing fight on Sunday night. Candidate Parkes, from New Hampshire, was whipped in a field after challenging the newcomer, leaving him unscathed while Parkes suffered facial injuries and needed dental care.
New York July 24 Mme Fanny Janauschek the noted tragic actress is a patient in St Marys hospital Brooklyn suffering from almost total paralysis of the left side. She was stricken during a hot spell after weakness from the heat forced her to return home at 717 Jefferson Avenue Brooklyn. A servant found her and she is improving under treatment though means of recovery remain hoped for as her brain stays active.
Miss Caroline E Keyes, who admitted stealing a gold watch, bracelet, brushes and clothing from Norfol Mansion hotel, was sentenced to three months in prison. She claimed to be an American delegate to a world Christian Endeavor convention, but evidence showed no ties to the organization. The magistrate labeled her a vulgar thief amid related theft charges at Hotel Cecil. Mr Charles H Pierce of Springfield Ohio is visiting relatives in Chelmsford.
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