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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1902
Page
3
Ringside San Francisco July 25 Robert Fitzsimmons vs James J Jeffries ends when Jeffries delivers decisive blows in the eighth round sending Fitzsimmons to the mat for a knockout. Spectators called it a brilliant battle with Jeffries claiming the crown after a long, punishing bout.
The report details a boxing match between Jeff and Fitz through multiple rounds. Jeff survives a bloodied nose and facial cuts, presses early aggression, while Fitz counters with precise jabs and body shots. Delaney administers between rounds as the bout extends with bleeding and fatigue.
San Francisco July 25 report on a major boxing bout describes crowd formation along Valencia street and Julian avenue, police handling of 240 officers, and packed bleachers for about 5000. Officials inspect the ring, Dempsey’s belt shown for charity, and volunteers recruited. The arena features a high board fence, four corner posts, new cotton ropes, padded canvas, and a four-foot ground ring foundation. Tom Sharkey arrives early with a challenge to the winner.
The author argues happiness or unhappiness comes from within and warns that a ruler of the mind must curb fear anxiety hate envy or other rioters. Failing to abdicate the throne to these forces leads to anarchy disorder and misery, per Success.
In Little Rock on July 25 six men were executed for murder. Dee Noland and Tom Sims were white and black respectively, both executed at Washington. James Kitts and Cy Tanner, both colored, were hanged at Arkansas City and Forest City for separate murders. Dave McWhittier died at Van Buren, Lath Hembree at Senter Point for killing William Ellis and other victims.
The Breton countryside around Brest forms guards and barricades to protect unauthorized sisters schools. Peasants, armed with pitchforks, pledge to resist government action, while women denounce the prosecutions and call for united defiance. At Saint Meen a reporter is attacked amidst clashes, and barricades rise at Plouodaniel as placards urge resistance. The crisis draws protest from clerical leaders and dispatches from Paris noting potential bloodshed.
Clarence H Mackay son of the late John W W Mackay learned of his father's death by wireless telegram at 3 pm July 24 while aboard the Cunard steamer Campania out of New York. The Campania's passengers, including Mr Mackay, received extensive telegrams and sympathy spread among travelers.
The August issue features Frank Leslie's with names like Benson Barr and Watanna on the title page. Benson's new short story. Barr's love tale around a Marconi invention. Watanna's Japanese tale contrasts with O'Higgins. Borchgrevink discusses penguins with photographs. Also notes on Giotto and Masters in Art plates plus a July Motherhood section and author photos.
In Narragansett Pier Rhode Island the invitation golf tournament at Point Judith Country Club continued with semi finals for the President's cup. Ellis defeated Picabia 3 up with two to go while Wylie beat Randolph 4 up with three to go. Ellis earlier beat Hitchcock after a strong start. Wylie's driving was a highlight. A large crowd is expected for the handicap tournament tomorrow afternoon.
The August issue mixes light features such as London Society and Diversions of Some Millionaires with heavier pieces like The Soul of Mozart and City Ownership of Seaside Parks. It also includes Richard Le Gallienne’s Old Love Stories Retold, plus works by Mrs. Poultney Bigelow and Herbert George Wells.
The chief of engineers received from Lieut. Col. Stanton the fiscal year 1904 river and harbor improvement estimates. Lynn Mass for 15 foot channel 75000 dollars. Mystic river below Island End river 133547 dollars. Boston harbor general improvements 100000 dollars for project of 1900 7500000 dollars to complete project 7294218 dollars.
George Schaub of New Lebanon Ohio reads Dayton Volkszeitung and buys Chamberlains Pain Balm for his wife. After a few days she reports relief from eight weeks of unbearable back pain and can resume housework. The liniment is advertised as available at druggists.
The speaker argues a distinction in phrasing, noting Mrs. Catt said nine tenths of the criminals are men, not that nine tenths of men are criminals. The remark highlights how word choice changes perceived blame between genders and crime.
The Plant Line voyage to the Provinces remains popular in Boston with strong demand and full ships, unaffected by weather. The six day itinerary begins with a deep sea start, then Nova Scotia coastlines and Straits of Canso, ending along Prince Edward Island shores with stops at Halifax Hawkesbury and Charlottetown. Lights along the Shore promotional note available at Plant Line offices or by mail from J A Flanders, Boston passenger agent.
London July 25 The colonial conference devoted its entire session to imperial defence with Richard Seddon proposing a militia reserve drawn from local colonial forces. No action was taken as Canada and Australia declined further defence spending though they would aid in future wars. Broderick proposed alternate plans to be studied by delegates who will report resources and needs to military authorities.
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