Courier advertisement and publication history note
Lowell Daly Courier-Courier announces itself as the oldest and best daily in Middlesex County, with roots dating to 1825 and 1845 as a daily. It notes publication at the Courier-Citizen Building on Merrimack Street Lowell, with six cent weekly carrier delivery, and identifies the Courier-Citizen Company.
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Middlesex County
Courier-Citizen
Merrimack Street
Lowell
Courier-Citizen Company
Lord Kelvin
Prof
Crookes
New York Evening Sun
Rainy Dog Day Weather Brings Soaking Showers
Rain fell yesterday afternoon at the old stand with drenching showers ideal for vegetation. Humid conditions persisted with distant thunder and cloudy skies following the rain, the barometer rising from 29.79 to 29.88 and temperatures around 68 to 75 degrees.
Weather forecast for New England in midweek
Boston June 10 forecast expects fair conditions tonight and Thursday with cooler readings, cooler in western areas, and lighter southwest to northwest winds. Eastern Maine may stay warmer with winds shifting.
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Boston
New England
Maine
Courier Citizen Company Telephone Numbers
Editorial Rooms Counting Room Job Department request readers use care in calls. Communications about advertising non-delivery of papers changes of address and business inquiries should go to the business office at 31 5.
Purpose and limits of a shorter workday in organized labor
The letter argues for shorter days to improve living standards while stressing honest work, fair wages, and efficient effort. It emphasizes the duty of workers to use one third of the day for labor, one third for rest, and one third for home life and self-improvement, warning against sham work and wasteful pursuits. It asserts workers must earn wages faithfully and seek broad community support for labor reforms.
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Philadelphia
Governor Bates Backs Repeal Of Massachusetts Law
The piece commends Governor Bates for seeking repeal of section 33 amid doubts over an indictment against package dealers Joyce and Blackfin. It argues delaying action risks legislative timing and notes Chamberlain’s tariff proposal facing a parliamentary defeat, seen as a personal setback despite some ministerial support.
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Gov. Bates
Messrs
Joyce and
Blackfin
Massachusetts
Reading Chamberlain and the rise of cotton prices in turmoil
The piece argues Chamberlain remains alive in policy debate amid free trade talk and a looming shift toward protectionism. It notes cotton prices racing up to 183 cents and 12 cent levels, while workers press for pay raises as city finance balks at paving plans. It comments on Reading disputes, Boston drunks, Massachusetts crime sentencing, and political bets in Britain and America.
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Chamberlain
England
Great Britain
Personal Matters Highlight Diverse National Links
James Buchanan Houston, a prominent New York broker and Buchanan’s godson, died recently in New York. Edgar Wallace Conable of Colorado Springs bought 8000 acres of timber land in Benton county Arkansas to found a vegetarian colony. Miss Sarah Orne Jewett will donate a window to Bowdoin College in memory of her father Dr. Theodore Herman Jewett, class of 1834. Missouri University received a valuable collection of Indian relics donated by B. R. Graham, son of the original owner. Funds have been raised for a memorial to late novelist R. W. Blackmore.
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James Buchanan Houston
New York
President Buchanan
Edgar Wallace Conable
Colorado Springs
Col
Benton County
Arkansas
Sarah Orne Jewett
Bowdoin College
Maine
Theodore Herman Jewett
Missouri University
B. R. Graham
Fragmentary ad notes low prices for gold jewelry
An OCR damaged fragment advertises gold items and low prices at a shop run by Dr. Allen in Lowell. It mentions fine gold, beauty, and city location but is incomplete.
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Dr. Allen
Old City
Lowell
Notable Quips and Quirks Across a Fragmented Era
A collection of brisk, satirical snippets across politics and society. Mentions Mrs Lippi and Miss Louri, Secretary Chamberlain, House of Commons treading on corn, park police raiding chauffeurs, yacht races delayed by weather, Moody Merrill seeking details, Gov Bailey choosing a Weed, Miss Annie Peck facing trouble in Bolivia, and revived beadwork trends.
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House of Commons
Secretary Chamberlain
Boston Police Orders Arrest Drunk Residents Stir Debate
A Boston judge orders officers to arrest anyone intoxicated, sparking disagreement among police and locals. The piece notes mixed enforcement, a past “one drink equals drunk” dispute, and a shift toward public bluster rather than clear policy. Nearby notes describe birdwatching by the Lynde’s hill estate, Maj. Patterson’s militia inspections delay, and social scenes at a Lowell pavilion with a humorous mix up about “college girls.”
Political Hedging and Racial Tensions Spotted
The Springfield Republican notes John L. Zimmerman as a likely Democratic nominee in Ohio, while Lawrence faces rising anti Italian sentiment risking racial strife. Other editorials discuss Gov Bates seeking repeal of license loopholes, Leo Blackfin’s Lowell indictment, and Professor Crookes challenging indestructible matter.
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John L. Zimmerman
Springfield
Congress
Johnson
McLean
Ohio Democracy
Lowell battles Locks and Canals over bridge plan
A letter to the editor denounces the Locks and Canals Co. threats to seek an injunction over a new Pawtucket Lowell bridge. The writer argues the city has authority to act without the company's consent, claims past repairs were supervised by the firm and failed, and asserts a plan by Mr. Bowers will not obstruct water flow and can proceed if Lowell chooses. Stone Bridge.
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Locks and Canals Co
Pawtucket
City of
Lowell
Lecks and Canals Co
Stone Bridge
Odd Bits From The Times Of The Day
A collection of quirky notes reports and oddities from the era. It mentions a rifle bullet speeding ahead of a muzzle a Chicago woman fined for an insult an Evanston judge weighing housing rules a crisis report stat on colored people and self harm a Texan justice of the peace armless yet dexterous a six month county clerk tenure and the death of S E Pettee inventor of the paper bag machine in Cleveland.
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S. E. Pettee
Cleveland
Strike Threat Looms Over St Louis Exposition Craftsmen
In St Louis on June 10 a general strike of about 5000 building trades artisans at the exposition site looms for Sept 1 unless wages are raised by roughly one dollar daily. A recent raise to four dollars a day was granted. Two hundred electric wirers who had threatened to strike on June 15 if not paid more were discharged.
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Lowell
St. Louis
Real Flood Panic Hits Trinidad as River Rises
Residents in the lower city flee as the Las Animas river swells and the city reservoir above them nears failure. About 1000 people abandon homes and take shelter on higher ground. Floods disrupt railways and damage property amid the heaviest rains since Friday night.
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Las Animas
Trinidad
Col
Woman with Hair on Face Mystery Behind Odd Phrase
A fragmented OCR reads oddly about a woman with facial hair and a search for a hidden meaning. It references background noise, disbelief, and a vague investigation into experiences and pain. The text hints at a test or discovery, mentioning PA and a cited experiment.
Fragmentary Report Notes No Contraband Found
A fragmentary OCR passage references Duncan and Atkinson and mentions an officer discovering nothing suspicious near a rear door. The garbled text hints at a January timeframe and a vague discovery, with at least two named individuals.
All Arizona Militia Ordered to Morenci
Phoenix June 10 Governor Stoddard ordered the Arizona militia to Morenci after Graham county sheriff and Ranger Captain Ryning pressed for action. President Roosevelt was asked to call Fort Grant and Fort Huachuca regulars. miners and strikers grew to 3500. 16 rangers were deployed to quell leaders. miners remain armed and marching.
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Graham County
Ryning
Rangers
Stoddard
Arizona
McClintock
Morenci
Roosevelt
Fort Grant
Fort Huachuca
Broken flange delays Boston line engine 375 rear wheel
Winchester June 1 A broken flange on a rear wheel of the tender of engine 375 delayed the southern division train leaving Boston at 7 44 last night for over three hours near Wedgemere station. Air brakes caused the wheel to leave the track blocking both tracks. Wrecking train cleared tracks after an hour with no injuries and only minor rolling stock damage.
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Winchester
Boston & Maine Railroad
Boston
Wedgemere
Wardner Sentenced to 18 Years in Prison for Murder
Chicago June 10. William Wardner told a jury in Judge McEwen's court that he deserved punishment and a state prison term. The 12 jurors sentenced him to 18 years for the February 2 murder of Walter Osborne after an elaborate insanity defense. Wardner admitted he was not crazy, and the evidence showed a quarrel over a woman and Osborne being in Wardner's saloon when the shooting occurred.
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Chicago
William Wardner
Stabbed hero dies after defend friend attack
E C Vincent age 20 was fatally stabbed in a crowd at State and Van Buren streets while defending a friend from pickpockets. He died at Samaritan hospital as thieves escaped. The incident occurred last night in Chicago, drawing wide attention.
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Chicago
E. C. Vincent
State and
van Buren
Vincent
Samaritan Hospital
Runaway horse wrecks wagon on Dutton Street chase
A horse hitched to a light delivery wagon bolted through Dutton Street yesterday after 5 pm. It crashed into an express wagon at Merrimack Street station, wrecking the front wagon. The horse was halted on Worthen Street after causing risk to nearby children.
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Dutton Street
Merrimack Street
Corporation
Worthen Street
Wedding Gift Selections At Wood Stores On Central Street
George H. Wood promotes wedding gifts with fine cut glass new patterns sterling silverware and jewelry at his two stores 137 to 151 Central street and 135 Merrimack street King’s old stand offering affordable prices for all budgets.
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George H. Wood
Central Street
Merrimack Street
King’s Old Stand
Foley Wins Cut Short Bout Over Woods in San Francisco Ring
Henry Foley, the San Francisco middleweight, was awarded the decision over Billy Woods of Los Angeles in a bout that ended in the fourth round, instead of the scheduled 20 rounds, at Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Henry Foley
San Francisco
Billy Woods
Success and Colonial Paint Promise Merit Across Towns
Advertising copy touts success of Colonial paint used widely. Claims 100 percent purity and widespread consumer trust. Slogans emphasize availability through H. C. Girard at 442 Merrimack Street.
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Pera Ag
Peter
H. C. Girard
Merrimack Treet
Boston and Maine vacation books available for summer readers
The Boston and Maine Railroad Passenger Department in Boston publishes thirteen descriptive books about New England resorts. The books, illustrated and informative, cost two cents each or twenty six cents for the full set, with a hotels book mailed free on request.
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Boston & Maine Railroad Passenger Department
Boston
New England
General Passenger Department
Boston & Maine Railroad
Mass
Hyacinth Commands Debate at WCTU Session
Geneva June 10 Father Hyacinth addressed the World's Woman's Christian Temperance union urging a campaign to submit international disputes to the international court of arbitration at The Hague.
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Geneva
Woman’s Christian Temperance Union
Father Hyacinth
International Court of Arbitration
The
Hague
Capsized boat found. missing sailor feared drowned
A capsized sailboat was found on the Sound shore in Northport. It matches the boat used by Charles Johnson of South Norwalk, Conn., who sailed Sunday. No trace of Johnson has been found and officials fear a drowning.
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Northport
L. I
Sound
Charles Johnson
South Norwalk
Conn
Johnson
Swedish Prince Plans Visit to St Louis Exposition
Stockholm on June 10 reports Crown Prince Gustave of Sweden and Norway announced his intention to visit the St Louis exposition, signaling royal interest in the event and international attention.
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Stockholm
Prince Gustave
Sweden
Norway
St. Louis Exposition
Desire for a four year old child as paradise
The verse pleads for simple mortal joy a four year old child as earthly heaven rather than opulent riches and heavenly rewards. It envisions a small child’s innocence as sacred happiness and asks God to grant a nestling cheek brown hair and warm embrace as the speaker’s true paradise.
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Mary
Katharine Tynan
the Spectator
Notice to return borrowed service sword
Notice asks the borrower of Dr. Thompson's old service sword to return it at once to his son’s residence at 36 Varney Street. No names beyond Dr Thompson or Varney Street are provided.
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Dr. Thompson
Varney Street
Liquor Law Committee Hearing on 1903 Reform
The Massachusetts Committee on Liquor Law will hear interested parties on Governor's message to repeal section 33 of chapter 100 of the Revised Laws. The hearing on imported liquors in original packages in no license cities is set for Friday June 12 at 10 30 a m in room 436 State House. Pp A Dyar, Chairman. Thomas L. Davis, Clerk.
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Commonwealth OF Massachusetts
State House
Boston
A. Dyar
Thomas L. Davis
Mortgage Assignee EDGAR W LONG records filing
Edgar W Long assigned as Assignee of Mortgage with Shepard and Fuller acting as agents at 40 Central Street on October 17, 1924. Filing details reference the mortgage transfer and involved parties.
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Edgar W. Long
Shepard & Fuller
Central Street
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