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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1903
Page
6
The Owell Ally Courier notes itself as the oldest and best daily paper in Middlesex County, founded 1825 and a daily since 1845. Published at Courier-Citizen Building Merrimack Street Lowell, it excludes Sundays and holidays and is carrier delivered at six cents a week.
Beginning at noon yesterday a fierce storm struck from the east causing heavy rain and damage to trees and vegetation. The storm eased by sundown with lingering showers overnight while a dull forenoon gave way to reset barometer readings and improving conditions as forecasts call for rain in the north and fair weather in the south through tonight and Sunday.
Editorial rooms and departments are listed with office numbers. Patrons are asked to use care when calling for newspaper communications, including advertising, non delivery, address changes, and business inquiries, directed to the business office at 31-5.
In Lowell Daily Courier the piece rebukes Mr Bryce and Boston Herald for claiming America’s prosperity rests on protective tariff and free trade among states. It argues food is not cheaper in the US, cites per capita spending, and rejects free trade between states as the cause of prosperity. It asserts national protection remains essential and praises Mr Chamberlain’s declaration as gospel truth.
The complaint that Servia’s late ruler was a despot is explored as fact in popular belief. The bloodshed leaves a grim mark on Belgrade and stirs horror at the throne’s brutal succession, echoing warnings about constitutional limits and autocratic power. The piece contrasts Alexander’s reputed unilateral control with the gore surrounding his heir.
The piece argues England’s unwritten constitution developed through blood and reform, contrasts it with despotic regimes like Servia and Alexander, and debates Massachusetts coal licensing as public regulation. It cites Hay and hay prices, supports regulation if public need exists, mocks responses, and notes Karageorge and Serb history. It closes with observations on Bryce, Simmons College, Beveridge, and Wall Street.
The annual seven days tour by T H Durning traverses the Straits of Canso St Georges Bay and Strait of Northumberland to the Garden of the Gulf. The route is praised as best in detail combining land and sea and cheaper by several dollars. A concert by the American band Lowell is set for Cereble Lake park Sunday afternoon and evening.
A collage of observations and mock headlines on public baths, paving, monarchs, and a Servian king and queen assassination. The piece notes public reaction, occupational shifts during strikes, and hints at forthcoming sensational books.
Historical note reports 1320 New York millionaires now versus 25 in 1853 and one in 1820. It mentions John Jacob Astor as the first member of the 400. Also lists portraits and honors across notable figures including S. O. Collins, Miss K Chamberlain, Sir James Guthrie, Mrs. Caroline C. Truax, Henry Romeike, and Princess Beatrice with Osborne cottage links.
A collection of quotations contrasts evangelical zeal from Russia to Belleville Illinois with calls for water sanitation in American cities. It notes the global reach of mission boards, the Kishineff despatches, and a Chicago Tribune critique of American antisemitism and Mississippi mob violence as evidence that even so-called civilized nations struggle with race persecution.
The National Educational Association plans its headquarters in the Rogers Building at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Registrations and a post office for visiting members will be established there, with forenoon department meetings and evening general sessions. Afternoon excursions will visit Concord, Lexington, Salem and Plymouth as part of the event.
McManman the florist hosts a fine peony display inviting public viewing. Fall planting advised for peonies and iris, with German English and Japanese iris varieties on offer. A large lot of young palms is available at low prices. Buy now to acclimate indoors before winter. hothouse plants struggle with sudden cold.
Robert Alderton, the night flagman at the Main street railroad crossing, and his wife, greet a baby boy born at their home on Main street. George Stetson has his house in Main street repainted. Mr and Mrs George Morris celebrate the arrival of a baby boy at their home on Main street.
The note lists undelivered letters for Mrs. Gertie Pollard Mr. Fred Nixon and two for Mr. Fred Leavitt. It also reports local events including a T R and Ts game vs And overs at Faulkner park, Earl Nichols recovery, Talbot grammar school closing for summer, Father Mathew T A society photo on Lowell street, and grading around the Republican club grounds.
Riley Davis sold his South street farm to Mrs Mary Coburn of Lowell who plans to occupy it with her son as Mr Davis’ health declines. Mrs Howe sold her Bridge street house to Morton Green of Carlisle. Both sales via Martin Robbins. E J Robbins return from wedding trip to new Westford street home. A Lowell Nabnassett electric road survey underway entering town toward Billerica line. Maynard and Acton road not yet materialized. no franchise petition filed.
Tewksbury grange held its monthly meeting in the vestry hall despite a stormy evening with large attendance. Bertha Long was elected lecturer and Olive Haines pianist. Four new members were admitted after the fourth degree was worked under Deputy Cudworth. A supper followed.
The Mt Vernon Free Baptist church schedules a morning service at 10 30 with children's program chorus and quartet, violin solos and recitations. Rev C E Frost delivers the children sermon. Evening service at 6 30 features preaching by Rev C S Frost and a welcoming invitation to friends of the church and Sabbath school.
The piece notes contentment from a good meal and beautiful home, stressing lasting beauty from the best quality. It promotes Colonial brand paint as the solution and cites H. C. Girard at 442 Merrimack Street as the seller.
Official department notice from Washington dated June 11 1903 reports Consul Greene Bermuda states Hastings of Weston Maca died May 11 193 at Belmont Bermuda per despatch No 118 dated May 18 1903.
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