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Newspaper

Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1901

Page

5

Sugar stock rally, market blunt on Cochiti concerns

Sugar rose after a regular dividend was announced while general profit taking weighed on shares. Amalgamated Copper remained strong as Copper Range rose. Analysts expect higher prices for Atchison and Union Pacific, with Southern Pacific and other rails likely to advance. The Times notes a lease story for Atchison and So Pac support, and the market witnesses mixed action across steel and Erie. Investor letters urge clarity on Cochiti stock as Lowell holders seek dividends or explanations for declines.

Rolston & Hooley Atchison Union Pacific Gould Southwestern Properties Alton Common Mo. Pac Tex Pac E. T Southern Pacific Pennsylvania Steel Co U. S. Steel Corporation Erie Alton Atchison Common the Times So. Pac Union Pac Burlington St. Paul Cochiti Lowell New York Sugar Ref. Co Atchison P del. & Hu DdLa&Ww Erie Ball Gen. Elect &N Manhattan Metropolitan Oo. Oennee K.&t Cen Ihe Penn Railroad People’s Gas Pullman Pan Seeneeee So. Ry. Com So. Rail Pfd St. L Pta Tenn. C. & I Texas & Pac Steel Ween U.S. Steel U.S. L West Union W.&l Boston Chicago Mex Central Amalgamated Adventure Atlantic Anacon Bingham One Baltic Bos. & M Butte & Bo Bay Opere One Isle Royal Oe O Mohawk Osceola Old Dominion Santa Fe Trinity Cecesres U. Mine Winona Wolverine N.e.gas & Coke T. & T. Reet

Stockholders Seek Full Financial Statement From Company

The Boston office sources indicate stockholders want a clear statement of the current condition of the company. They request a detailed disclosure including the salaries paid, to be issued promptly in their interest.

Boston

Wireless telegraphy advances by Slaby Pupin resonance method

The article reviews two long-standing obstacles to wireless telegraphy: direction finding and signal overlap. Slaby’s resonance system now allows a receiver to respond only to waves of a specific period, enabling clear transmission amid multiple signals. It notes U S signals service leadership, limits of the method, and honors Joseph Henry as a foundational figure in electrical oscillations.

Slaby Berlin Pupin Columbia College New York United States Signal Service Joseph Henry America Henry Joseph S. Ames American Monthly Review of Reviews

Independence Yacht Tests Speed Off Boston

Independence, the intended cup defender, was steamed through a two hour test in Massachusetts Bay under a seven knot breeze. Capt. Haff and owner Thomas W. Lawson watched as the yacht with three lower sails showed speed, handling, and a near perfect mainsail shape, though minor rigging adjustments and a slight bow bowsprit issue were noted before a return to harbor.

Boston Independence Massachusetts Bay Haff B. B. Crowninshield Thomas W. Lawson Lawson Dreamer Capt. Haff Constitution

Independence Yacht at Cape Ann to Boston sail trials planned

The crew spent time rigging, lunching, and testing the big spar. A northerly wind arose but faded, tow lines were used to tow to Boston where the yacht anchored at 7 pm. Independence will stay docked to complete painting and fittings before frequent sail trials and a Newport departure next week.

Cape Ann Boston Independence Newport

Detroit to defend Canada Cup with Skimming Dish design

Detroit yacht club owners launch the Canada’s Cup defender named Detroit a center-board craft of the Skimming Dish type. Designed by Capt Kid Wilds, the vessel measures 47 feet 6 inches overall, 26 feet water line, 11 feet 6 inches beam, 14 12 inches draft, weight 5000 to 6000 pounds, spar 49 feet, boom 40 feet, gaff 26 feet, mainsail hoist 32 feet, jib hoist 33 feet, ballast one ton. Expected spin next Wednesday.

Detroit Mich Detroit Yacht Club Kid” Wilds

Tewksbury Awarded 6000 for Highway Extension Effort

The town of Tewksbury receives 6000 from the Massachusetts State highway commission to extend the State highway from Wamesit toward Tewksbury Centre. This follows a 5000 grant last year and is in response to a petition filed this year.

Tewksbury Massachusetts State Highway Commission Wamesit Tewksbury Centre

Constitution Sails in Test Run Off Newport

The Constitution left its moorings at 10 this forenoon for a trial run in light to freshening wind. With only lower sails and the No 3 topsail, it moved like a racehorse, reaching Beaver Tail, Narragansett Pier, and Rose Island before returning to moorings. A thoroughly satisfactory test of speed and sailing qualities followed, with a new main sail to be tried in the morning.

Newport R. L. Lune Constitution Beaver Tail Narragansett Pier Duncan Rose Island R. L. Jure

New York Yacht Club Considers Independence Trials Tactics

The New York Yacht Club challenge committee met for three hours at Lewis Cass Ledyard’s office to discuss preparations for Thomas W. Lawson's Independence in trial races against Constitution and Columbia. A letter outlining yacht handling methods was reportedly sent to Lawson, while members urged quiet, private proceedings.

New York New York Yacht Club Lewis Cass Ledyard Odie Thomas W. Lawson Lawson

Mrs Talbot Hosts North Billerica Anniversary Party

Mrs. Thomas Talbot entertained about 100 guests last evening at her North Billerica home to commemorate the tenth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Victor I. Cumnock. She received unassisted with dancing in the barn and a luncheon by the D. L. Page Co. at 11 30. Out of town guests included R D Ware and H J Strout of Boston Leo Ware of Brookline Mrs Struit of Buffalo Miss Greene of Cincinnati J 3 Holden of Billerica Centre Reddington Joy of Groton and many from Lowell.

Thomas Talbot North Billerica Victor I. Cumnock Talbot D. L. Page Co R. D. Ware H.J. Strout Boston Leo Ware Brookline Struit Buffalo Miss Greene Cincinnati J. 3. Holden Billerica Centre Reddington Joy Groton Lowell

Chelmsford notes assessors enroll 611 liable for duty

Chelmsford reports 611 men liable for military duty and 243 dog owners. The annual school cadet drill and post event sports are planned for Friday. Miss Hope Dutton of Wakefield has accepted a physical culture instructor post in Dayton Ohio. An experience supper and town hall tidying efforts are praised. A fifth wedding anniversary is celebrated with a family gathering and gifts. The McLean cottage on Boston Road burned, owner unknown and origin unclear. Lowell Cooperative bank held significant interest in the property.

Chelmsford Hope Dutton Wakefield Chas. Dutton Boston Manual School of Gymnastics Dayton Ohio Central Congregational Vestry Emerson Town Hall William H. Hall Hall Octavia L. Parkhurst Charlotte M. Parkhurst Charles FE. Parkhurst Harry L. Parkhurst Edgar F

AT&T to Increase Capital Stock to 150 Million

American Telegraph and Telephone Co stockholders met in New York on June 3 and voted to raise the capital stock from 100 million to 150 million dollars.

American Telegraph and Telephone Co New York

For Sale Fruit Farm Near Lowell With 14 Acres

For sale a 14 acre fruit farm near Lowell close to depot schools churches and post office. The property features fine buildings a nine room house 3 acres of small fruits a large orchard of winter and summer apples pears quinces and other fruits. One of the best located phe on our list and a 2600. Apply to see T H Elliott 64 Central St

Lowell T. H. Elliott Central St

Woman shot in forehead by stray rifle bullet

Mrs Sarah L Greene was accidentally shot in the forehead on Ironstone street Millville but the wound may not be serious. The bullet came from a rifle used by Daniel Robbins practicing at a riverbank target nearby.

Blackstone Sarah L. Greene Ironstone Street Millville Daniel Robbins

Canadians Win in Fast Lehigh Lacrosse Contest

South Bethlehem Pa June 2 Toronto defeated Lehigh in the cleanest fastest and most scientific lacrosse game seen on Lehigh field by 11 to 9 in a showcase today. The Toronto team dominated the play with sharp passing and strong defense while Lehigh fought hard to close the gap.

Bethlehem Lehigh Toronto

North Chelmsford Welcomes Pierce Owned Horses to Wannaland Park

About 12 new horses arrive at Wannalandt park owned by Boston horseman Waldo T. Pierce. Franklin Jones freight car delivered them with eight more expected soon. Notable trotters include Patronage with a 2.03% one mile record and Alicadia at 2.10% as Pierce anticipates strong performances from his Pierce colts.

Wannalandt Park Waldo T. Pierce Boston Frank Jones Mr. Pierce Alix Alcidalia

Park Racetrack Shows Summer Speed Demonstrations

Report notes entries on the park race track during the summer months with several participants already noted as fast sprinters. The scene captures athletes testing speed, skill, and control as warm weather workouts continue.

Tewksbury Receives State Highway Appropriation Boost

The town of Tewksbury is allotted six thousand dollars to continue the State highway toward the Centre, extending from the Lowell line to Wamesit. The grant, fifteen hundred more than last year, should macadamize to within half a mile of the village and has residents elated. Also, John Gale learns of his mother’s death in Matthews Court House Virginia and departs for the funeral Wednesday.

Tewksbury Albert C. Blaisdell Lowell Wamesit John Gale Matthews Court House Virginia

Arlington Police Raid and Child Injury Report

Arlington police conducted a raid on the Suburban hotel and also checked the home of Arthur B. Sharpe on Lake street, seizing three pints of whiskey. Florence Chapman, ten, suffered a severe leg injury while alighting from a provision wagon at Massachusetts avenue and Medford street. doctors treated her at home.

Arlington Arthur B. Sharpe Lake Street Florence Chapman Everett Chapman Massachusetts Avenue Medford Street Water Street

Little Department Store Offers Seasonal Stationery Goods

The stationery and dry goods shop of F. A. Cambridge, branded as the Little Department Store, showcases two departments stocked with the season s goods at popular prices.

F. A. Cambridge

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Stock Market Sugar N. Y. Central Newman Lake Shore New York Central Appleton Company Southwest M. P S. P Lee, Higginson &Co State Street Investment Securities Brooklyn Edison Evans Terre Haute Iowa Ry Co Louis N. A. &Chic Ind Mexican Centra Missouri Pacific Trust Minn Elec Mob Montgomery Div Rio Grande Western Iron Mt. & So Spencer, Trask & Co Pine Street State St Albany, N. Y Bright, Sears & Co G. Pollard Dewey & Bigelow Temple Place Morocco Mires Charles E, Hires Malvern, Pa J. B. Goodwin Thorndike Street Constitution Out Continental Tobaccs Exchange Building North Chelmsford Telephone Chas. T. Saul & Co THE Lowell Opticians Nicholas G. Norcross Central Street Lowall
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