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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1900
Page
4
The text argues for distributing the tax for educational purposes to aid the wet and burdened, viewing education as a state requirement. It advocates the succession tax as a fair method to ensure the state becomes the source of educational funding.
The Senate rejected the referendum addendum to Boston’s tax bill, deeming it a plausible fraud. The piece argues referendum rhetoric misleads voters, shifts responsibility, and harms public welfare. It criticizes town meeting size, calls referendums a vehicle for opposing measures rather than representing clear will.
Boston and Maine Railroad operates trains between Lowell and Boston under Nex Ton service. The timetable notes new routing and frequency adjustments. Officials describe improved schedules and modernized equipment enhancing commuter travel.
The Lowell Daily Courier from June 14 1900 urges Massachusetts to adopt cheaper gas via the Pipe Line and notes a race for the Philadelphia vice president nomination with Allison and Dolliver in contention. It also mentions John D Long as a strong anti-corruption voice and Montana Democrats endorsing William A Clark for ballot integrity.
News from the peach crop is satisfactory and predicts the biggest and best harvest on record. Delaware and New Jersey are set to furnish an old-time yield this year, pleasing those who favor eastern grown fruit after years of western or Pacific supply.
A New York judge asserts Boston is four and a half times wickeder, citing New York arrests for drunkenness as higher than all crime in Boston. He notes drunkenness is not treated as a serious offence in New York and suggests the city would top Boston if all drunks were rounded up.
Boston officials restrict Fourth of July entertainments for children citing low vulgar content. School committee bans school buildings from hosting such shows. The move aims to provide wholesome Independence Day amusement and reduce unsuitable displays for youth.
The report notes scarce details on Kitchener and Roberts, mentions Methuen and Kitchener defeating De Wet near the Rhenester river south of Pretoria, and says the Khartoum hero is deployed toward Kroon-Bardt after communications were cut, confirming belief in a mobile British army aligned with Boer tactics.
A fragment argues inheritance tax as proper policy while funds use remains independent. It questions distributing proceeds to cities and towns based on population, suggesting the plan lacks foundation and clarity. The excerpt reflects a principled stance in tax policy and allocation challenges.
A collection of editorial quotations discussing the end of the South African War, humanitarian calls to halt fighting, and critiques of terms of peace. Includes opinions on Roosevelt's Croton dam strike, Boxer Rebellion responses, and Russian actions in Asia, with varied newspaper voices from Manchester Union to Chicago News.
A New York Tribune excerpt notes common questions about the peerage. It explains how courtesy titles appear for eldest sons, outlines the ranks from duke to baron, and describes forms of address and royal references. The piece cites the Marquis of Lorne, the Duke of Norfolk, arundel tenure, and knightly titles as Sir.
A new portable crusher will be set up opposite the Moody street bridge in Pawtucketville and begin operations on a ledge there to produce material for macadam streets. The device is expected to cut street department costs wherever ledges of suitable rock exist, marking a significant addition to city resources.
The Columbia Theatre Boston continues The Belle of New York through late June. Day Daly sings With a Very Sad Expression on Her Face and the When We Are Married duet by Carleton and Miss Claude draws extra encores. Purity Brigade dances and Chinese ballets impress, with elaborate costumes and lively scenery. Carleton, Webb, Wallace and the team keep the action brisk and entertaining.
Howard Merrill Rice and Nanette Cecilia Webster wed at 6 30 p m in the bride’s home 17 Ralph Street Rev L W Staples officiated The bridal party wore formal attire with florals by Paul R Burtt A reception followed and gifts poured in The couple plan a wedding trip to Baltimore then return to North Adams to reside with August jet.
Mr William Nelson principal of the weaving department at the Textile School and Mary Ann Haworth a Ward 4 young woman were married last evening at the First Primitive Methodist church. The ceremony was conducted by Rev N W Matthews with Joseph Ha, a brother of the groom, as best man.
Elizabeth Nelson sister of the groom served as bridemaids with Alice Maud and Lillian May Haworth. The bride wore white lansdowne with mull and satin ribbon while bridemaid dressed in pale blue lansdowne and pink and white carnations. After the ceremony a reception filled Good Templar hall with music by James Broadbent and guests including Samuel Asquith and Agnes Brown. Refreshments were provided by Nelson’s Sunday school class and out of town guests attended. The couple will reside on Ware street after July 1.
Miss Emma B. O Connor of Manchester New Hampshire and Alpha Lagace formerly of this city now of Manchester were married Tuesday morning at St Anne s church in Manchester by Rev John J Lyons. The bridemaid was Miss Nellie A Murphy and the best man was Mr William J O Connor.
Mr J M McDermott conductor on the Lowell and Suburban Street railway and Miss May C Crane of Cleraview New Brunswick were married Wednesday at Mars Hill Missouri. They will reside in the city at 47 Schaeffer Street.
Patrick Lennon 36 dies at Corporation hospital. Survived by mother and three brothers Patrick police officer John Thomas and three sisters Mrs Tibbetts Mrs Benden and Mrs Thompson. Maurice Hannafin 195 Fletcher street dies after freight car accident near Northern depot. Survived by mother and father two brothers John and Thomas and two sisters Nellie and Margaret. Bridget Cuings 762 Broadway dies at home. Resident of Lowell 30 years. Leaves son and three daughters in Lowell and one married daughter in Woburn.
The funeral of Miles H Battye was held yesterday at 2 PM from his Glidden Avenue home with numerous floral offerings. Bearers were Farrington Brown Fenderson Allard Chute Simpson. Rev Staples conducted the service and burial followed at Edson cemetery under Undertaker Brooks. Also listed are notices for John J Wotton, Alexander Poliquin and Maurice Hannafin with brief details of prayers and services in Chelmsford and the city.
A long list of visitors and locals appears in Lowell society notes. Co A Warner of Peabody registers at St Charles while J E Sleeght of New York calls on trade in town. Numerous others including Miss Gertrude Edmund gain statewide roles and family milestones are noted, with Pillsbury praised for West Point honor.
Rev. Michael O'Brien Rev. William O'Brien and Rev. John J. Shaw depart New York June 30 aboard the Aller for Rome. Grace Edna Varnum and Samuel Churchill Horn set their marriage for Thursday June 28 at noon. H A Grant the local music teacher leaves for Europe next week to study under London vocal master William Shakespeare.
The United States plans to protect missionaries and Americans in China while avoiding full military intervention. Admiral Kempff sent Marine reinforcements to support Minister Conger, but the administration opposes sending troops from the Philippines except as a last resort. It aims to act independently, preserve Chinese sovereignty, and avoid an alliance with Britain or other powers.
A humorous exchange features Mr Meeks asking to weigh himself with politeness and Mrs Meeks replying that she often objects when he seeks his own weigh. The light banter hinges on the word weigh as a play on woe and wieght. It captures a domestic jest about measurement and consent in a period tone.
A bold advertisement urges readers to take PRP TOLAX for instant relief. It guarantees cure for the most severe cases and directs readers to procure the product from all druggists in Maine. The message emphasizes immediacy and nationwide availability through retailers.
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