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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1901
Page
8
The report lists solar timings with sunrise at 4.08 and sunset at 7.17, noting a total length of day of 15.09 hours and a later moonrise at 10.20 p m. This data reflects a single day’s celestial schedule.
On Thursday June 6, 1901, locals are urged to burn Wilson's coal or try Horne's coal in a brisk city note highlighting available fuel options and merchant names.
Private Clinton Crowell who died in Deming New Mexico will be buried in Arlington National Cemetery per his last wish. His brother Elmer E Crowell received the final letter after traveling to Lowell and New York. Pension attorneys in Washington were instructed to arrange transport to Arlington for burial.
The sale at Wood's jewelry store ends Saturday night as funds must be raised within the time limit. The auction offers sterling silver and cut glass, with buyers urged to compare items and purchase at their leisure. Money is refunded if an article is not as represented after examination.
At the Gen. Butler Veteran Firemen meeting, members voted to enter their team for the Newburyport celebration on June 26 marking the town's 250th founding anniversary. Ten new members were admitted. four applications received. A memorial procession to cemeteries will form at 1 p.m. Sunday led by a drum corps.
At the Benjamin Franklin Debating and Literary Club meeting in Shattuck block the next session on June 12 will be public. The discussion question asks if rule by the Republican party is beneficial to the country. Esays included "Oliver Wendell Holmes" by Patrick Begley and "Alexander Hamilton" by James Warner.
Mrs Thomas Smith hosted memory gathering of Highland lodge Rebekans for 63 members at her East Chelmsford residence. Her daughter Mrs C P Shedd assisted and several women served. Evening features lantern lit lawn and supper as invited gentlemen arrived for continued entertainment.
The Lowell Day Nursery association reports May totals of 979 attendances and a peak of 50 children in one day. Two children received medical treatment and eleven stay at the nurseries day and night. Donations were received from Mr. and Mrs. William J. Johnson Mrs. Christina Rand Mr. O. B. Ranlett Mr. J. A. Thompson and Miss McGoon.
Jerome Manning reports a dynamite threat received after a Ward Three Republican club gathering at Branch Street engine house. He asserts opposition to a costly bridge project, defends economy in city government, and accuses foreigners of influencing Lowell politics amid calls to publish petition signers and potential loan plans for paving firms.
A speaker attacked city hall corruption in Lowell claiming the present system must end. He urged voters to push for a new election in December, criticizing the council majority and water board, and demanding action akin to Cromwell. Reporters left as the meeting adjourned.
At First Trinitarian church on Wednesday Mr St John told mothers to teach children about sexual life early to prevent exposure to impure sources. Advertisements aimed at school children were shown. Books by Mrs Mary Wood Allen were recommended. The evening discussion covered The Middle Stage of Adolescence with notes on growth, nerves, and changing traits.
The text discusses adolescent development, noting ideals rise as life work is chosen. It describes shifting feelings from repulsion to attraction, guidance toward healthful romance, co education, and unselfish action. It highlights growth in religious fervor and youth associations, with a risk of downward or upward turn.
A High Street church monthly social gathered yesterday at Jason Fuller’s farm in Tewksbury. Over 200 guests enjoyed transport by electric vehicle and barge, a lawn supper served by Mrs Bailey’s committee, Japanese lanterns, and an orchestra. The event featured hospitable hosts and a lively afternoon from 4 to 8 o’clock.
The annual strawberry festival directed by the men of Central M E Church featured generous berries and rich cream. Committees led by George Potts E T Griffin George Frost David True Thomas Goodchild and Mr Gilman organized the supper and program. The entertainment included piano duets zither solos songs and readings led by Messrs Potts Henderson and others with Miss Emma Coote as accompanist.
The Ladies Aid of Worthen Street M E church hosted a strawberry supper last night. Mrs J R Smith led the society with Mrs George W Staples Mrs Snow Mrs Leland and Mrs Pead assisting. A flower and candy sale table run by Mrs E G Russell Miss Jessie Todd and others complemented an evening of music and desserts.
Cassier's Magazine argues that Canada and the other colonies hold Britain’s future strength through vast resources and industrial potential. It urges Britain to emigrate capital and people to Canada to counter American expansion and rebuild a westward industrial Britain within the empire.
Lowell auctioneers O Sullivan Bros announce sale of the Modern Renting Property at 324 and 326 Fletcher Street on June 7 1901 at 5 pm. Three story block with eight four room tenements plus store, separate cellars, front 30 feet lot 3180 square feet, rent 90 dollars monthly, mortgage options 5 percent, $650 deposit, 30 days to deed. Valued as safe reliable real estate investment in Lowell’s Fletcher Street corridor.
The Wellman residence at No 111 Stevens street and next property near Nicollet street in Lowell Highland district goes to absolute auction on Tuesday June 11 1901 at 5 PM on the premises. The 9000 square foot lot features lawn shrubbery fountain and concrete carriage area with a ten room house wired for electricity and a nearly new Richmond Victor heating plant. The stable annex and carriage rooms accommodate multiple carriages and have slate roofs. Inspection after 10 AM sale day or earlier by applying at the auction office. Fred W. Wellman auctioneer.
A London News anecdote recalls a dramatic tale of a prisoner who freed himself with a file, delivered a lively speech on liberty, and was shot by a warder. The pistol failed to fire, and the escaping captive died after choking on the swallowed file in a final, ironic twist.
The Knockabout Cycle club held a lawn party Tuesday evening at Ravenstown park South Lowell with many attendees. Games, refreshments, dancing, and musical piano organ entertainment provided a lively rural gathering. committee members included Ernest Hill Nelson chairing with Ward George Jones secretary and Fred Fione, Fred Chapman, George Emsley.
In a New York libel case a managing editor admitted not all printed is true, noting no newspaper can claim absolute truth. The piece argues reporters strive for accuracy despite pressure and secondhand details, warning against deliberate lies while stressing public duty and scrutiny by readers.
Professor Munsterberg argues in The International Monthly that women increasingly shape culture and patronage across theatre galleries and lectures. He notes high female attendance while warning of effeminization of higher culture and a shift away from masculine civic leadership.
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