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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1902
Page
10
In the Lowell Daily Courier from July 30, 1902 an advertisement notes D. W. Horne & Son have plenty of stove coal available. The ad also promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for biliousness, claiming they cleanse the stomach regulate the liver and bowels and provide a quick permanent cure. Sold by all druggists.
Jersey City visitors Mr John Dwyer and Mr William Crotty are in town. Lowell residents Miss Ellen Hayes Miss Maggie McGrath Miss Maggie Sullivan Miss Margaret Coleman Miss Catherine Quinn Miss Delia Quinn Miss Norah Sullivan and Mr G P Mackinnon booked to sail today from Boston on the Dominion Line steamer New England for Liverpool via Queenstown. Miss Maggie Coleman leaves Elm street for a European trip to London and Ireland. Agnes Murphy and Flossie Costello spend two weeks at Crescent Beach. James Mulligan plans a Hampton Beach vacation. Dr F W Chadbourne, formerly ill, is reported much better.
A historical report lists humane society figures: animals euthanized 234, horses ordered from labor 83, horses relieved for galls or sores 44, underfed 4, abused or beaten 24, overloaded 9, without shelter 1, blanket during cold 47, off work due to weakness 4, cattle underfed 4, overcrowded in cars 33, calves crowded 16, dogs cruelly treated 16, swine not cared for 37, poultry overcrowded 21, underfed 30, boys robbing nests 7, prosecutions 5. total 621. Children section shows neglected 129, destitute 35, beaten by drunken parents 7, non-supported 21, stubborn 6, begging 2, removed from stage 2, returned to parents 2, removed to relatives 3, Catholic children placed 17, court custody 11, Lancaster custody 1, deserted 2, placed with Home of Good Shepherd 2, intemperate parents 43, reprimanded 31, prosecutions 13. total 327.
The boulevard artesian wells provide the city with a reliable drinking water supply and droughts aside, selling water to neighboring towns faces strong local opposition. Water board members reportedly oppose outsiders' access at local rates. If suburbs pay part of the original well cost and outside mains, prices would rise beyond ordinary reach.
The Democratic city committee met at headquarters and voted to drape rooms in black and send a floral tribute. Appointees to represent the committee at the funeral were T. H. Muldoon, John C. King, Joseph Callahan, and F. J. Simonds.
Delicate women, school boys and girls must have iron. Peptiron relieves weakness and nervousness, restores vigor, and improves color. Available as a liquid cordial elixir at $1 per bottle or chocolate-coated pills at 50 cents or $1 per box. Hood Co., Lowell, Massachusetts.
The Lowell city council failed to confirm John J. O Connor and the Republican nominee as members of the board of health in a late session. Acting mayor appointed John H Beaulieu, ex alderman, to the post, but the move was tabled and not confirmed amid partisan debate on non partisanship and smallpox needs. The meeting also approved a 10000 loan for tax defense, a 3500 school sanitary order, and a 38950 paving loan, with further action on Middlesex street repairs and a 22155 tarmacadam plan debated and laid on the table.
The common council in a late session forms a special committee to review Coburn property purchase and approves loans totaling 23 155 for tarmacadam paving on Pleasant and Merrimack streets 3330 for B street extension 10 000 for tax cases and 9590 for health board smallpox bills. It also backs 3500 for Architect Graves claim 3200 for court executions 1000 for tax cases and 600 for two new firemen plus 1000 for school and fire house repairs.
Keefe and Horan of Middle Street near Central show about 30 new vehicle designs from different makers. The public can buy these carriages at factory prices, with full guarantees on workmanship and material. The entire lot must be closed out within thirty days, and no exchanges accepted.
Camp Russell concluded with 50 campers and nearly 300 visitors over four weeks. Seventeen boys stayed full four weeks. weather was challenging but no accidents or illnesses marred the trip. Attendees shared crafts, letters, and memories while anglers reported record pickerel catches. Notables include Ray Pullen and many others listed. seniors’ Lake Winniepesaukee camp plans attract many applicants through the Young Men’s Christian Association.
George Schaub of New Lebanon Ohio reads the Dayton Volkszeitung and buys Chamberlain's Pain Balm for his wife eight weeks of torment end with new life. The liniment relieves the back agony and allows her to resume household duties. Sold by all druggists.
All ready for the Twelfth Annual Tournament of the New England State Veteran Firemen's league muster and Old Home Week celebration. The South common will host the squirt and rides, with tents up and tanks laid for water. Parade at 9:30. eight minutes per company for the squirt. Visiting squads from Springfield Chicopee and Rhode Island expected. Lowell extends a welcome home message to former residents.
This week opens a sequence of major days at Hampton Beach aimed at drawing over a million visitors within trolley reach. Farmers day, band concerts, theater, sports, and a fireworks display mark the start with later events for Haverhill grocers Knights of Pythias and state encampment, all offered at low rates with steady reliable service.
Patrolmen Moloney and Dwyer found a man lying on Spring street at about 8 pm suffering possibly from fits or illness. He was poorly clothed with no identification and was sent to the city farm by ambulance. Neighbors said he had been nearby about three hours. Norris Coach Co lent a team to three youths who planned a city drive but did not return. Later, in Dutton street near Liberty square, the team was found up against a post with a broken whiffletree and the young men present.
Three men identified as Joseph T. Brown of Bassett Street Edward D. Jordan of Auburn Street and Frank M. Early of Prospect Street were arrested and taken to the police station for processing.
Tonight at 8 on the North common the Lowell Military band led by James A. Murphy performs in the Old Home Week celebration. Program includes The Oshkosh Chief, Farrand overture, Daughter of the Poor, Donizetti cornet solo by Frank E. Dolan, De Witt ballet from William Tell, Valse di Concert Farewell to Munich, The Humming Bird piccolo solo by Demare, La Colombe, Mignon entr’acte, Russian Fantasia, and a Medley of 1863 finales Galvin.
Acting Mayor Badger explained that a new head shot was prepared for the Old Home Week souvenir but was not used. The printer’s chief allegedly rejected it to avoid delaying the book, saying the souvenir would be late if the photograph was waited on.
We offer remaining oil paintings and mirrors from last Saturday’s auction at private sale in our store. Prices are about one fourth of the real value, a chance to purchase fine pictures for little money. GEO. BE. MAKER at the corner of John and Merrimackets.
To rent listings describe 3 and 5 room flats off Westford street and near mills with rents from 5.50 to 7.00 dollars, a Highlands residence with steam heat and modern improvements at 25 dollars, and contact T. H. Dickott at 64 Central St. Helen Gould, famed Boston philanthropic heiress, visited a floating hospital and failed to contribute.
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