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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1902
Page
6
A fragment notes delivery by carrier at any part of the city at six cents a week on Merrimack Street Lowell, attributed to the Courier-Citizen Company.
The report records yesterday as very warm and today hotter with a fierce heat afternoon. Light rain at night did little to lessen the high noon temperature. Baronry Temperature.
The article argues the peace offers liberal concessions while preserving English oversight. It notes Boer self government to replace military rule, disfranchisement for rebel British subjects, and preservation of language, with the burghers gaining a political partnership rather than full subjugation. It views the settlement as a political compromise and a peace with honor.
The Virginia convention defends bypassing a referendum as radical yet argues it avoids greater upheaval. Supporters claim a public vote would trigger violence and derail the new constitution, reflecting a broader critique of self-government in the South where Black citizens face denial of rights.
A newspaper round up shows pro Boer and pro England editorials disagree on who won the war. The Boston Record claims England yielded to Boers while the New York Journal of Commerce argues England won so decisively it may concede only minor points. The piece calls for a court of inquiry.
The Herald outlines three points: eight hour day for company workers, pay by weight for mined coal with 2240 pounds per ton, and union recognition. The article notes weight-based pay as potentially fair if loads are overcharged, discusses labor alliances and political stances, and critiques anti-administration newspapers for changing positions.
The piece condemns anti vaccination arguments after a vaccination related death, notes a physician contracting the disease, and argues vaccination reduces severe smallpox. It critiques excessive automobile races for fatal outcomes and criticizes the Staten Island accident. It dismisses the Charleston fair as a failure and predicts the St Louis fair would fare similarly poorly.
A proposal to print the Jefferson Bible by the United States government was seriously considered but has been withdrawn as the most sensible course.
Special US ambassador Whitelaw Reid sails aboard the Cunard Umbria for the coronation ceremony in London. He is accompanied by his wife Mrs. Sarah B. Hunt and their daughter, a Baltimore widow famed for her beauty at Queen Victoria's 1837 coronation. Mrs. Hunt will be received by coronation managers in London.
Roswell Field writes in the Chicago Evening Post a tribute to Annie Clarke. The poem laments her departure life and her strong, clear presence. It speaks of farewells, memory, and the lasting impact of one brave, patient soul.
The passage riffs on the Boer War aftermath and domestic concerns with wry wit. It references Kitchener, Venice, Philippine bills, miners, a Chicago beef famine, and a satire about a 60 day sentence for flirting. It captures a period tone and playful geopolitical humor.
The passage compiles excerpts from Chicago Evening Post Boston Herald Boston Record Transcript and New York Journal of Commerce quoting editorials on Philippine rule moral duty after empire and self governance British victory in the Boer War and Japan's modernization and gender norms. It reflects contemporaneous perspectives on imperial policy, wartime taxation and casualties, and international relations.
A Lowell Courier opinion quotes harsh anti-immigrant remarks blaming European strikers and calling for new laws to curb cheap labor. The Lawrence Sun editorial echoes the need to educate and elevate foreign workers while criticizing immigration as an unwanted inflow shaping American labor.
A reader laments two deciduous trees shedding early leaves and notes other seasonal nuisances from mosquitoes to street signs. The column covers local weather, a horse fair fundraiser, a large trout, a police court probation case, street work on Centralville hills, and reflections on Memorial Day rituals honoring Civil War veterans voiced by Channing Whitaker of Tyngsboro, dated June 3 1902.
The writer argues Memorial Day should honor not only fallen soldiers but the ideal of patriotism. Citing John Ruskin, he urges using the finest offerings and symbols, choosing costly, thoughtful remembrance to honor the sacrifice and elevate the living memory of heroes.
Obituary notices report the deaths of James Moran of 118 Adams Street retired lumber dealer Joseph A Crepeau of 532 Moody Street aged 63 wife and 12 children Rev William Merrill of 10 Woodward Avenue aged 77 member of the N E conference retired from active duties Benjamin Edwin Blanchard of 59 Fourth Avenue aged 74 with a wife two daughters Mrs C S Graham of Holden Mass and Miss Loneda Maria Blanchard and two brothers William and Aaron of Lowell
Funeral services were held yesterday and today for Mrs Mary B Gilman Lula Mae Perkins and Ethel E B Swann. Gilman's service was at the residence of her daughter 67 Methuen Street with burial in East Corinth Maine. Perkins service was at the home 63 Lane Street and at Highland M E church with burial in Edson cemetery. Swann service was at Fremont Street with interment in Edson cemetery and thanks extended to friends for support.
Death notices list James Moran aged 46 of 113 Adams Street June 2 Joseph A Crepeau aged 63 of 532 Moody Street June 1 Rev William Merrill aged 77 of 10 Woodward Avenue June 2 Charles A Canney aged 38 Worcester June 1 Deceased lives in Dracut and is noted as the residence.
The regular monthly meeting of the board of patrons of the Ayer Home will be held at the Home Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock. A full attendance is desired as this will be the last meeting until September.
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