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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1902
Page
6
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In a defense of party leadership, a Lowell editor argues Democrats cannot win the presidency or gain in Congress. The piece contends Republican rule has brought peace and prosperity, warns against destructive cures for trusts, and urges careful handling of taxes and Philippines policy to avoid harm to the economy and public confidence.
The piece questions direct primaries as a path to municipal purity citing alleged improper campaign use of money by an officer, while noting public apathy. It contrasts Paris demonstrations with U S politics, praises Massachusetts Old Home Week, and discusses Bryan's Nantasket speech and its mixed reception among Democratic papers.
A political column notes anti-imperialist calls for a full army court martial with hearsay evidence, mocked as unsuitable for civil courts. It contrasts Bryan’s tense stance, unsettling Democrats while boosting Republican morale and undermining Democratic power.
The Worcester Spy argues Senator Hanna is ambitious but not foolish and shows no signs of a presidential bid. Public opinion favors other directions and Hanna is aware of this. The piece contrasts with wartime casualty figures and notes the Philippine War is four years long with harsh conditions and a modest death rate given the context.
A Minneapolis mayor named Ames faces an indictment for alleged misdeeds. The note recalls the political figure and frames the legal action as part of ongoing municipal governance concerns.
Major Gantz of Fairfield Ta is described as the world’s smallest man at 18 inches tall. He is 36 years old and weighs 30 pounds, with both parents living in Fairfield and of average height.
A miscellany notes press stabs at politics, labor, and society. References include Lynn barbers and a possible strike, Emperor William's Posen visit, Alderman Molloy assisting a presidential welcome, a world oil trust rumor linking Rockefeller Rothschild and Nobel, Veteran Firemen gathering tomorrow, coal mine stock concerns, and the Macedonian committee threatening further revelations about Miss Stone's capture. The public tires of the Macedonian affair and suggests retirement.
Mrs Elizabeth Drew Barstow Stod dard wife of poet Richard Henry Stoddard is critically ill at home in New York after influenza for three weeks. Mrs Robley D Evans wife of Rear Admiral Evans is in Hoyo Kwam Shidzuara Japan with daughters Mrs C C Marsh Virginia Evans and Mrs Frank Taylor Evans and a niece. A portrait by Nellie Natthers Horn of ex Secretary of the Navy John D Long to be given to Bucksport Mo library. Rev John Lancaster Spalding senior suffragan bishop in Chicago archiepiscopal see considered to succeed Archbishop Feehan, born Lebanon Ky 1840, has been bishop of Peoria for twenty-five years.
Dr. Conan Doyle nets 7000 from a war pamphlet, using 600 for a South African scholarship at Edinburgh. Remaining funds fund inscribed gold cigarette cases for supporters abroad. Berlin scholar Elsie Neumann, a chemist and sister of Oscar Neumann, is found dead in Berlin. Bryan leaves Block Island for New Haven aboard Loudoun. Paris says Collins of Boston is Legion of Honor officer. Capdeville and others named chevaliers. Vanderbilt arrives in England to visit his daughter, the Duchess of Marlborough.
Helena Montana July 30 Rose Cogh lan the actress known as Mrs John T Sullivan has declared in district court of Lewis and Clark county her intention to become a U S citizen It is announced she will take up a ranch for cattle raising Sixteen thousand four hundred laborers on average find employment daily at London docks and principal wharves
An anecdote about a candidate’s subterranean votes, risky street riding, and bystander discomfort with insects. Reports on mesmerism among two local boys, a legal injunction against mesmeric practice, and meteorological notes tied to St Swithin's day. A story about Roosevelt predictions links to James Coburn in Kansas City and a Montana ranch neighbor. Proposals to pave Middlesex street with a cement base and tar top dressing aim to curb street irregularities.
The piece critiques the New England Anti Imperialist League for failing to win seats and repeatedly promoting the same leadership. It cites the Lowell Courier noting ongoing activity and lists figures such as Charles Adams, Francis Adams, Moorfield Storey, and Julian as part of the movement.
A Springfield Union column mocks a small elite group meeting at Beltons Landing to promote a movement toward Philippine affairs. It derides Adams, Storey, Codman, and a circle of familiar names, noting little regional interest outside Massachusetts and predicting continued support for McKinley Roosevelt policies in the fall.
New York July 30 Dr D Mayer United States consul at Buenos Ayres says Argentina is the best republic in South America. Trade with the United States is rising with US ranking second in commerce behind only the leading nations. Argentina lacks manufacturing and relies on imports, but cattle sheep and wheat exports are strong. Mayer urges a direct steamship link with subsidies to boost trade, noting Argentines prefer American goods for workmanship and finish.
New Orleans reports the British government withdraws all claim to sovereignty over Atilla Ruatan Bonacca Guanaja Elena and Barbarat in favor of Honduras. The Psyche delivered formal acknowledgment on July 17, with a proclamation read to British residents of Ruatan. The islands, with a British origin population and English as the language, conduct fruit trade mainly with New Orleans. The U S maintains the only consul presence.
At a Tuesday board session Mr. OConnor urged investigation into canal water being supplied to mill workers in apparent violation of statutes. The board voted to have paro chial schools antiseptically cleaned and fumigated during holidays. A stable license was granted to Israel Greenberg.
A call to the central fire station reported a fire at 770 Gorham Street owned by Mr Hanson. The blaze started by an oil lamp explosion, with damage described as slight.
New York police struggle to unify efforts after Italian grocer Catania is found slain and hidden in a sack on Bay Ridge shore. Capt. Vredenburgh suspects a secret society linked conspiracy, while rivals blame Vincenzo Trica amid threats that deter neighbors.
Gloucester July 30 The Fish Skinners Cutters and Handlers union 9582 votes unanimously to quit at 6 pm Thursday and stay out until a deal with the dealers is reached. About 700 to 800 men will be affected, risking a serious hit to Gloucester’s fish business after the dealers ignored a negotiating committee.
An advertisement asserts Devoe Lead and Zinc paint covers more area with fewer gallons and lasts twice as long as a hand mixed finish of tread and oil, implying cost savings and durability for exterior coating projects.
All recipients of blue dime receipts are urged to use the Saturday and Monday offer at Dickson's Tea Store located at 68 Merr. The notice promotes a limited sale event for savers, encouraging customers to take advantage of the discount.
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