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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1900
Page
1
The report notes surprise at introducing the color line in women’s clubs convention provoking indignation among delegates. It mentions Senator Pettigrew’s recent illness and other statesmen with nonfatal cramps, while Congress advances amid sharp closing-session language. Nicola Tesla’s predictions recur, though fulfillment remains uncertain.
Stephen W Romaine known as Steeple Steve fell from the Methodist church steeple in Cold Spring New York while repairing a lightning rod. The 24 year old Yonkers resident died instantly after the fall. He was famous for perilous climbs and a notable feat in February 1899 polishing the Pulitzer building flag ball.
The Andover and Woburn Ministerial association held its spring meeting at the Andover Theological Seminary chapel. About 70 persons attended including 30 ministers. Essays were read on poetry in the church, Christ in art, church architecture, and music in churches. A noon banquet followed at the Mansion House.
Daily pianola recitals at Steinert's musical temple located at 180 Merrimack Street. Admission is complimentary to all. Mrs. D. Be. McClellan of Fostoria Ohio has moved permanently to the city and now resides at Pine and Westford streets corner.
A savings account in your wife's name with both partners contributing, promising substantial results. Offers foreign exchange in English, German, and Swedish money, safety deposit boxes, private coupon rooms, and a ladies section. Bank hours listed with locations at Middlesex Street and Post Office Avenue.
London June 6 Gen Roberts reports from Pretoria that the town’s occupation passed off satisfactorily The British flag was raised atop government offices and crowds gave an enthusiastic reception The Third Battalion Grenadier Guards lined the square while many troops could not participate due to duties Several officers previously prisoners were among the onlookers
Shanghai dispatch reports fighting near Pekin with many casualties on both sides. Russian fleet mobilization alarms, Japan pressures halt of Russian landing at Taku. Chinese leadership splits as Dowager Empress backs Boxers. Local raid uncovers lager, whiskey and beer. proprietor Collins fined and jailed, minor Minnie Smith sentenced to county farm, Jennie Brown serves 60 days.
Chicago relief committee receives Lady Curzon cablegram noting a thousand pound donation gratefully received as timely. The committee plans to raise another thousand pounds. American missionaries praise Lord Curzon for his plague vaccination to access relief regions.
Washington June 6. Only a handful of members attended the House when it reassembled after a short recess. The conference report on the general deficiency bill was agreed to. The Senate reconvened at 10 AM and adopted a resolution to investigate charges related to the New York port appraisers' office administration.
In East Haddam Connecticut on June 6 the town celebrated its 200th anniversary of separating from Haddam and the 145th anniversary of Nathan Hale's birth. A martyr spy bronze statue honoring Hale was unveiled and the house where he taught school was dedicated.
Indications from Boston on June 6 forecast fair and warmer weather across Massachusetts with southerly winds.
Chief Alvin Eaton led a patrol that raided a Pepperell Road establishment near Nashua, arresting the proprietor and inmates. The following morning, all defendants pleaded guilty before Judge Hoitt, receiving sentences without protest. The location, known locally as The Band Box near Runnell's Bridge, had drawn visitors from Pepperell shoe shops.
Eighteen year old John Reagan told Manchester police his side of the muriatic acid incident and said he will marry Miss Jessie Heacock once he proves able to provide a home. He visited her at Eliot hospital and reported she is comfortable with full recovery likely. The couple previously sought a Lowell marriage license last week.
A man registered as Thomas Murphy of Lowell, about 30, was found in his hotel room at 10 this forenoon unconscious from gas poisoning. He was taken to St John’s hospital, where doctors expect recovery. the hotel staff noted no odor earlier and found the door locked when a maid checked the room. The incident is considered a possible attempted suicide.
A fire razed Lydia B. Sherman's Westford home beyond the village on the Littleton road about 1 am, with the house and furniture fully burned. A lamp overturned around 9 am had earlier been thought extinguished, and the family barely escaped when flames returned two hours later. Insurance on the house and furnishings was with George E. Metcalf.
In Hadley Court Percy Smith and John Cutler faced Judge Hadley for unlicensed dog ownership. Lieut Webster testified. They claimed accidental violations and were given licenses as a remedy. Drunken cases included several fines from five dollars to six months in the workhouse. A boot black, Thomas Moore, pleaded guilty to larceny and awaits sentencing tomorrow.
Judge Lawton held a morning hearing on the will of the late Edward F Richardson of Chelmsford. The will leaves all property to a second wife, with no children. Contestants claim Mr Richardson was not of sound mind when made. Witnesses Dr BE Ree, Dr John H Lambert, and housekeeper Priscilla Holden testified. Hearing adjourned to 2 p m.
The WCTU reports a mothers meeting with Mrs Brown to be held Thursday June 7 at 3 o'clock at 79 Chestnut Street. Young mothers are especially invited to attend.
The Lowell city council held two hearings last night. First, on Greenwood Bros remonstrance against a Lawrence Street sidewalk, with opposition to a concrete path. Second, on Edward D. McVey's remonstrance about closing the upper free landing, criticizing the Locks and Canals and arguing for Lowell's city interests. The session ran until 10.50 pm and adjourned after scheduling future hearings and committee actions on health, garbage disposal, baths, and other city matters.
An old advertise fragment touts Hood s Sarsaparilla as a cure for scrofula in children and claims thousands of parents report full recovery. It promotes Hood s Pills for sick headache and indigestion at 25 cents.
Police in Adams Street alley arrest pianist and teacher George E. Kittredge at 2 15 am on suspicion of being the lone Sunday night burglar. Authorities find skeleton keys and a steel lever, then recover stolen items from his Merrimack Street home linked to Bacheller Potter and Pook burglaries.
Advertises striped flannel suits praised for comfort and natty warmth. Claims suits are properly made from shrunken materials with novel patterns not shown elsewhere and urges buyers to act today to enjoy the season.
Inspector Laflamme lists burglaries from Feb 24 to May 22 at addresses on Loring, D, Warwick, Robins, Kimball, Gibson, Arlington and School streets. Breakins used back piazza windows with chisels. Bacheller watch fits with April 22 marks. witness list includes Mrs Pook and Officer Mulry. Also notes a 17th birthday surprise for Miss Lillias Ingalls with opal ring and musical interludes.
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