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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1902
Page
6
The Lowell Day Courier claims status as Middlesex county’s oldest daily paper founded in 1825 and operating since 1845. It notes daily publication with Sunday and holiday exceptions, home delivery at six cents per week, and lists Courier-Citizen Company address on Merrimack Street.
The piece describes a cool bright morning turning stormy then raw night. It records a warm afternoon with a rising mercury followed by a chilly east wind and cloud buildup. It notes showers with thunder and lightning, a dull forenoon, and temperatures around high 80s to mid 50s.
Forecast for New England calls for showers tonight and Saturday with eastern portions seeing rain and western areas fair. Warmer conditions expected along the coast with winds ranging from fresh to variable, except eastern Maine where warmer air is suppressed.
The Lowell Daily Courier weighs the push for direct popular elections of U.S. senators. It argues that while momentum exists, public conservatism and fears of constitutional disruption favor cautious, slow change, suggesting a constitutional convention is unlikely and the status quo may endure for years.
The article condemns Pawtucket street disorder amid a workers strike and bayonet policing while highlighting Lowell’s persistent smallpox threat. It argues authorities erred by failing to protect the streetcar company and urges continued health precautions under the board of health.
The article argues the city should not be hindered by dissent over vaccination. With medical opinion favoring inoculation, the public should obey the law and encourage others to vaccinate, even where some systems may be too weak to endure it.
The piece muses on Mont Pelee’s ongoing eruption and the danger near St. Pierre while noting Saxony's throne intrigue, Cuba’s salary law for its legislature, and English war slang. It argues nature’s acts outrun human classes, with Carnegie’s generosity noted as his wealth grows.
The visiting Frenchmen have returned to Europe and exchange complimentary bouquets with the hosts. American hospitality welcomes all who enjoy it, including nearly every nation.
Columbia conferred four LL D degrees upon recipients described as not very prominent. Among the honorees is the Right Rev. J. L. Spalding, Catholic bishop of Peoria NL.
Governor Jeff Davis of Arkansas wins renomination as governor and plans to run for U.S. senator. The party’s choice of such a candidate suggests readiness for broad political risk and unpredictable action ahead.
McCullough leads but does not have a majority and could win if a plurality governs. Proctor ranks third. A dark horse remains a possibility as voters weigh options and outcomes.
Chicago plans a subway project outlined at fifty million dollars with expectations of higher eventual expenditure. The piece also notes political maneuvering at Princeton and a humorous blast about Billy Mason for president.
J Pierpont Morgan departed London Thursday for Venice via Paris. Sir Wilfrid Laurier and Lady Laurier left Ottawa for New York en route to London for the coronation. Actress Bessie Bonehill is gravely ill in a London hotel after cancer surgery with weeks to live, doctors say.
The Cleveland Leader reports that Maine temperance women declare it sinful to ride in automobiles propelled by alcohol. Sheriff Pearson of Portland notes 271 open saloons once existed and now offers $100 for proof of any still open in the county.
A scattered column surveys fires blamed on firebugs, nagging school debates, a sparrow eggs tale, coal price woes, city blasting at Merrimack square, and probation officer Slattery’s busy court days. The piece blends local anecdotes with civic concerns and urban life in Lowell.
A fragment discusses two full moons and a honeymoon, notes on Col Lynch and Chairman Cannon, a June wedding season mood, and a veiled nod to King Edward with an American financier. It mentions Massachusetts Medical Society liquor prescriptions, a evolving Woman's Corner, and a Littleton Unitarian conference with two elder clerics Hale and Young.
The excerpt notes two Massachusetts congressmen, severing and Greene, are seen as vulnerable to renomination while friends stay confident. It comments that women lead the fights, husbands stay home with babies, and a petition culture surrounds reciprocity with Canada, debated as boosting trade and convenience for both nations.
Elizabeth Duer recounts New York society around 1860 from St. John’s Square to Fifth Avenue, noting clubs, Central Park, carriage culture, foreign influence, Puritan restraint, and shifting social norms in a Harper's Magazine excerpt. The piece recalls the Union and New York clubs, era fashion, and quiet dances amid a city on the cusp of growth.
Correspondence from Corporation des Members de l Association Catholique Lowell dated June 11 1902 extends hearty thanks for the June 9 Courier and Citizen report on their Feast of the Sacred Heart celebration. Signed Henry Achin Jr Corresponding Secretary.
Mrs. Josephine Bourgeault died suddenly at her James street home from heart failure after visiting a priest for her sister at St. Joseph's parochial residence. She leaves a husband and several children. In addition Mary A Flynn 35 died at 22 Broadway street leaving a sister Nellie Corcoran and brother Michael. Michael Long 67 died at 566 Market street leaving a son and daughter.
The body of Robert Booth was consigned to its last resting place in Edson cemetery yesterday afternoon. Services were conducted by Rev. Geo. B. Dean at the residence on Walker Street. The Temple male quartette provided music.
Fragmented local notices list condolences from Highland lodge I O O F and family floral tributes. Deaths include Mrs Josephine Bourgeault of Canada and residents Samuel T Brown Sarah Murphy Michael Ryan Edward Lyons Mary A Flynn Michael Long with funeral plans and addresses in the city.
Despatches from Dun's Review report corn planting advancing well across Ohio Indiana Illinois Iowa Missouri and Kansas with ample rains keeping plants vigorous. Some sections show excess moisture and weed growth but overall acreage is large and crop prospects strong as warm dry spells are awaited.
An ad explains a corn cure claiming rapid relief is possible but notes time varies with corn toughness. The product is applied easily, not greasy, requires no bandage, and costs 10 cents. Sold by Carleton and Hovey at 236 Merrimack Street.
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