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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1905
Page
3
An advertisement claims Chamberlains Cough Remedy safely treats coughs colds croup and whooping cough. It asserts no opium or harmful drugs, that relief is certain and it can be given to babies as confidently as to adults, including as a preventive when croupy cough appears.
The Ladies of the G A R Fraternal circle voted to hold a strawberry supper on Friday June 16 at Post 185 hall after a social hour and supper by committee. National Association and Stationary Engineers elect delegates T N Kelsey and J J Markham to the state convention July 7 8 with alternates T F Gibbons and H W Yeomans. Odd Fellows plan a June 21 visit to Lowell to consolidate Highland and Veritas lodges into Highland lodge with work at Highland hall.
Bridgeport Conn June 2 Judge Joel H Reed sentences Leonard R Diamond, a French Canadian, to 35 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to burglary and criminal assault. Diamond worked for Berlin Construction in Greenwich and broke into a Cos Cob house occupied by two women aged 72 and 75, injuring one woman who lost sight in one eye.
Worcester June 2 Thomas H Lehumkuhl 39 of East Cambridge, recently a proof reader for a Boston paper, died on a train in South Framingham this afternoon while being taken to Worcester Insane Hospital. He was in custody of his brother William B
Constable Warren Ivers and colleagues confronted an insane man between Boston and South Framingham while trying to subdue him. He died in South Framingham. Lee Kumkuhl leaves a wife in Westboro Insane Hospital and one child.
Ferdinand Haen lin of Brooklyn representative of the 64th district was arraigned in Adams Street court and discharged as no complainant appeared. Henry Sanburg also discharged with no complainant present in connection with the case.
The new manager invites friends to visit the Towers' corner drug store noting quality and low prices as the motto.
An ad from Dickson's Tea Store at 68 Merrimack Street promotes a range of teas and other goods with a statement that gold dollars cannot be bought for 50 cents and that their high grade teas are worth the price, inviting customers to shop at all prices.
An early 20th century piece argues cleanliness prevents disease and dandruff. It claims microbic infection causes baldness, urges against sharing brushes, and promotes Newbro's Herpicide as a grease-free remedy. Sample offered for 10 cents from The Herpicide Co. Detroit with Ellingwoon and Co. as agents.
A sensational Lowell trial portrayed the execution of the so called Liquor accused, Alcohol, on a murder in the first degree. The case before Judge W H Wilson drew a large crowd at Odd Fellows temple with E T Smith prosecuting and H E Mayo defending. The jury returned a unanimous guilty verdict and the defendant was executed by a bucket of water.
Readable programs at Canobie Lake Park feature Lynn Cadet Band and S S Survey performing two concerts. The first run showcases marches overtures waltzes and solos including Carnival of Venice and The Old Oaken Bucket with selections by J J H Gove and E Stacey. The second concert offers Bersaglieri Faust Carnival of Venice and Remick hits with Duet for Cornet and Voices by Mr Gove and Mr Stacey ending with Star Spangled Banner.
The Mawhinney shoe site fund has stagnated for two weeks with $4496 raised and about $1000 more needed. Some committee members have done little, others have worked hard. The group plans to resume active fundraising early next week and invites public input to quickly raise the remaining amount.
The J C Ayer Company ladies report strong success soliciting for a fair on the afternoon and evening of the 10th. Businessmen donate items for tables, tickets exceed a thousand sold, and every cent benefits the Lowell General Hospital as the event runs without expense.
The graduating class of Lowell High School capped a series of dances with a party at the annex last night. A good turnout enjoyed a pleasant evening as Hadley’s orchestra provided the music for dancing.
A group of clergymen from diverse creeds in Toronto endorse Dr Agnew’s Catarrhal Powder stating it lives up to its preaching. The list includes Bishop Sweetman Rev Dr Langtry Rev Dr Withrow Rev Dr Chambers and D Newman. Copies of their personal letters are available on request. Dr Angew's Ointment relieves pains in a day.
Reports from St Petersburg state on very high authority that Emperor Nicholas plans to convene a Zemsky Sobor in Moscow to decide peace or war and establish the future Russian parliament’s form and prerogatives.
Washington June 2 All cabinet members except Secretary Hay attended today’s meeting. The subject of peace between Japan and Russia was not even informally discussed. Taft raised the issue of certain army appointments and said he would release formal orders soon. Morton said Jones remains to be brought to Annapolis for placement in the crypt.
St. Petersburg June 2 Russia appealed to France to obtain through the French minister at Tokio a complete list of Russian officers and men who perished or were saved much suspense among families. The fate of hundreds may never be known as protected cruisers Aurora and Oleg are believed to have foundered.
A late night fire in Oneonta New York caused about 100000 dollars in damage destroying two brick blocks and two frame structures and injuring no one as it burned into the morning.
London dispatchs detail the naval battle and mutinous surrender events. Rear Admiral Nebogatoff reportedly displayed red flags as Russians capitulated while Admiral Rosestvensky was found bleeding on Bedovi. Ne bogatoff to be allowed home soon, amid claims of disgraceful surrender and intact ships despite sea damage.
Tokio reports that Togo's victory shifts the clash to land operations and could push Russia from Asia's Pacific shore. A foreign observer says Japan now has a free hand to seize Vladivostok Sakhalin and Kamchatka, with Amur river access open and Russian defense limited to the Chinese Siberian railway.
St. Petersburg reports General Linevitch sent to Emperor Nicholas on May 31 describing a May 29 Japanese attack in the Tsu river valley near Freshu Pass, three miles beyond our line, marking an advance in the sector.
Epworth League and Eagles conventions referenced. Tickets sold on defined dates with return limits and full route details including sleepers. Written by L. P. Burgess of the Old South building Boston Massachusetts for the N. E. P. A. old south bidg.
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