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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1900
Page
1
Poem fragment includes Marie van Vorst reference and imagery of dreamlike reunion. The speaker envisions a beloved figure arriving at a holy hour, guided by a pale star, with night winds lifting hair and lily-lidded rest as the figure descends a Sleep's winding stair. Published in the August New Lippincott.
In a domestic exchange Mrs Sympathy suggests securing Mrs Battles as nurse for Lily after the father's death, while Lily questions whether she would be lost too. A bellows and fire banter interrupts with comic flair. The Maine event next month is praised as old home week amid light sarcasm about Celestial Empire and Jerry Simpson.
A Woodford farmer reported a surprising wildlife procession in his hay field featuring a large hawk, several crows, a striped snake, two woodchucks, a hedgehog, many chipmunks, a red fox, two deer, and a silver gray fox within about two hours, indicating a busy morning in local countryside.
N E Morton former superintendent of the Lawrence division of the Lowell Lawrence Haverhill street railway received a diamond stud as a parting gift from fellow employees led by Conductor John Spear. Morton said he will make Lawrence his home.
John Meehan was taken from his home at 87 Union Street to St. John’s Hospital this morning suffering from locks. The case is considered serious. Meehan is about 40 years old.
Judge Lawton heard arguments in the Richardson will case on Thursday and said a decision would be issued on the first Tuesday in September.
London reports say surviving diplomatic corps members have left Peking for Tianjin while Jung Lu’s troops escort foreigners. Half of Peking’s foreigners are said killed or wounded, with legations under fire as Li Hung Chang and consuls seek to ease anger and delay an advance. Reports note Chinese reform leaders planning a revolutionary push with Western support, and missionaries at Paoting Fu reported murdered.
Washington reports the U S government has absolutely refused the Chinese proposition to suspend military operations against Pekin in exchange for the delivery at Tien Tsin of the foreign ministers. The decision keeps U S troops active as Beijing remains tense.
Rev Henry Porter of the American Board of Missions at Pang Chuang sends a cable from Chefoo dated July 23 reporting Pekin alive. The source of Porter's information is not known.
Probate Judge J. G. Bellows, treasurer of Walpole Savings Bank and railway commission member, lies in critical condition after a paralytic shock. Born 1841, he hails from the Bellows family of Bellows Falls, Vermont, and also serves as director of Keene National Bank.
Boston reports generally fair conditions tonight and Saturday with possible coastal showers. North winds will be light to fresh, shaping a typical late July pattern across the state.
In St Petersburg on July 27 the Czar and Czarina today received Rev. T. Dewitt Talmage in a formal audience. The meeting underscores ongoing interest in religious figures during the imperial visit.
A cabinet council was held today in Washington with attendees from the administration. No details on participants or agenda were released, but the meeting followed recent policy discussions and signaled continued executive deliberations on national issues.
London reports Gen Archibald Hunter's command engaged July 24 and 25 in the hills south of Bethlehem. Boers entrenched and forced retreat with about 50 casualties. Hunter moved into Brandwater Basin behind the rebels as Gen Hector MacDonald and Gen Bruce Hamilton blocked exits.
Evacuation of federal forces occurred as they abandoned their position at Witnek. Troops retreated under pressure from enemy actions while remaining units regrouped to hold key routes and protect supply lines. Local observers reported swift movement and minimal civilian impact amid the withdrawal.
London reports reveal Lord George Hamilton presenting the Indian budget in the House of Commons. He notes fifty two million people faced famine with patience and abstention from crime while famine relief totaled 13 million pounds in the last two years. A deficit of 826,000 pounds is foreseen after aid and tax remission.
Washington society buzzes over Admiral and Mrs. Dewey returning to Beauvoir after abandoning Narragansett for the season. Rumors say Mrs. Dewey, once ill, was seen inspecting doll clothes and lace, hinting at a coming baby after their November marriage.
Jacob Bestwick a six year old from McKeesport Pennsylvania can whistle with his stomach a feat that made him the envy of peers. He swallowed a tin whistle the size of a half dollar during play and it remains lodged in his stomach. Doctors have tried to relieve him and plan to wait until Saturday before attempting surgery if the whistle remains.
Lowell reports five men escaped from Bridgewater State Farm about 10:30 pm. Supt Blackman alerted Boston police after guards failed to locate them. All were in prison attire. Fugitives are E F Lynch 23, T F Sculliey 24, J Kurrane 21, E S Connelly 27, J Jameson 26, with detailed descriptions and tattoos.
Five young women took the civil service examinations at city hall today before Chief Examiner Sherwin of Boston and Dr. Colton of this city. The only current vacancy in a clerkship under the civil service is at the police station in the superintendent's office.
Eruptions such as eczema and salt rheum arise from humors inherited or acquired via faulty digestion. Drying medicines are risky. the remedy is to aid discharge of humors and bolster digestive and assimilative functions to prevent recurrence.
An era advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as superior for all humors and singles out Hood's Pitts cure constipation priced at 2 cents. The copy emphasizes reliability and unequaled effectiveness, typical of early medical patent remedy promotions.
Thirteen people now at the contagious hospital including the Leggett couple and their four children from 61 Hancock street. A nurse and Dr. Livingston traced infection to Mary Anne Leggett after smallpox appeared in the Couillard children. Officials plan compulsory vaccination district wide and quarantine measures as the outbreak risks spread.
The board of health issued an evening bulletin outlining the smallpox patients condition and disease history. The report lists Joseph Couillard aged 30 and Julia Couillard aged 25 for Thursday July 26.
The Massachusetts highway commission on Thursday announced state highway construction allotments with Worcester receiving 75,000 and Middlesex 62,000. The funds are allocated to listed towns and projects across the state with several communities each earmarked for 5,000 or more, detailing specific improvements and roadwork plans.
The Covington jury trying Thomas Mulligan of Lowell as an accessory in the killing of a tramp and Officer McQueery with Wallace Bishop failed to reach a verdict. Judge Tarvin denied discharge, ordered rest, and instructed renewed deliberations today as Patrick Mulligan of Lawrence and others stand with the defendants.
Two boys drowned at Cape Rozier near Castine on Thursday forenoon while in a home made punt. Harold Redmond of this city visiting grandparents and the 8 year old son of Daniel Gray of Cape Rozier were in a box crafted punt. The craft capsized in five feet of water and both boys were drowned. bodies recovered.
Beverly police received a report from officers that two boys, John and Joseph Cain, were found wandering near the city. Their home is at the corner of Charles and Central streets. Their mother has moved to Lawrence. Investigations into the case continue.
George Couilliard a six year old from a family moved to the contagious hospital died at dawn. Bronchial pneumonia caused death though varioloid was present. Burial occurred in Catholic cemetery after health officials blocked East Chemsford burial. Health inspectors plan house to house vaccination in Little Canada to verify and vaccinate unvaccinated residents as doctors may be appointed to cover many children. Mayor cites board of health telephones as morally necessary for ongoing smallpox scare response.
Dr. Livingston returns from Joliette avenue tenement with a yarioloid case at 18. He notes severity but recovery underway. Agent Knapp has not decided on sending the patient to the contagious hospital. The patient is a 2 year old boy named Deloge.
In a juvenile day session Judge Pickman heard cases from Charlestown and surrounding towns. Edward Ross paid a $5 fine after showering in the open rain near Tewksbury. Blais was found not guilty of trespass after an interpreter explained his intent. Several drunks were jailed or placed on probation, with sentences varying and some awaiting August dates. A wash boiler theft led to an $8 fine for Cummings and probation for Varnum.
William Hounsell rejects reports of resigning local management of the Knox congressional campaign. He says he will continue to work for the man from down the river and claims Ames supporters push the claim for political effect. A Knox supporters meeting at Richardson hotel drew about 70 attendees.
About four thousand people braved rain to honor Hon. John D. Long secretary of the navy as a guest of the New England Chautauqua Sunday school assembly at Montwall on naval day. The event featured Chaplain William G. Cassard and Gen. Curtis Guild Jr. with songs, speeches, and a reception. House speakers praised Massachusetts naval achievements while Long delivered a gracious address amid sustained applause.
Inventory is August 1 and extra efforts are made to dispose of surplus in every department. Vacation travelers can replenish wardrobes with big savings on flannel suits trousers and summer vests. Straw hats are sold so cheaply that cleaning an old one before travel won't pay.
Local shop cuts prices on straw hats. Coarse and fine braid straws now 50c instead of 1.00 and 1.50. A small lot of ladies' sailors also reduced from 1.50 and 2.00.
Our finest straw hats in rough and fine split braids, once selling at 1.50 to 2.00, are reduced to 1.00. Samples include sailors, Alpine and curl brim styles.
In our corner window you can view a display of suitcases and trunks. We offer savings on regular trunk store prices for the same goods.
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