15 Jun 1900
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1900
Page
1
A brief devotional passage urges focus on the present and daily obedience. It emphasizes simple duty, steady progress, and seeking strength for today while avoiding worry about the future. The verse attributed to James Buckham highlights spiritual resolve in small, consistent steps.
A collection of brief lines notes social and political themes. It mentions the 1909 peach crop, Bryan's declining strength, Chinese missions and cannon crackers, Andover theological issues, a Dover census taker resigning, and Payne withdrawing as Vice Presidential candidate with rivals still in the race.
A description of Mauna Lea eruptions reports lava a width of 40 feet rushing down the mountain at 30 miles per hour. The account notes Thames erosion, Alaska leather from cod and salmon, and workers in Japan including 600 in Tokyo. It adds a call for wheelmen to attend races at Fair Grounds Saturday afternoon.
A bank describes its broad range of services including general banking, foreign exchange in multiple languages, safety deposit boxes with private coupon rooms, and a savings department offering 4 percent per year compounded semi annually. The bank operates a ladies banking room and serves as a depository for the United States and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
A five story tenement at 34 Jackson Street caught fire early today in New York, killing ten people including Louis Marion and his children Elsie and Emma, William Cotter and wife and four children, with six others injured. Rescue attempts by firemen and Officer James Knowles saved several, while Patrick Burns fatally burned jumped from the stair banisters. The cause is undetermined and losses are about $7000.
From London June 15 Roberts cables from Pretoria report Klerksdorp surrendered to an armed party sent by Hunter on the ninth. Early this morning near the Rhenoster River Kitchener’s mounted troops drove off the enemy before damage. One man killed and 11 wounded including two officers. Cronje reportedly ready to surrender once Pretoria fell, inspiring others. Court house filled with arms.
Striking Transit employees in St Louis assemble citywide at 10 for a mass meeting to consider ending the strike after days of negotiations. The executive and grievance committees of the local union unanimously back the plan. It marks the 38th day of the strike with substantial losses and costs reported.
Alfred Maine June 15 George Champion, accused of murdering four members of the Goodwin family at West Newfield, was arraigned in his jail cell at his request to avoid a crowd. Four warrants were read. he pleaded not guilty to each and is held for the September grand jury.
Paris minister Delcasse announced that the telegraph line to Pekin was cut again. A swift first class cruiser is ordered to reinforce the French naval division at Taku.
INDICATIONS Boston June 15 fair tonight and Saturday with northeast winds. Calm to light variable late tonight, with pleasant temperatures anticipated. Weekend conditions remain dry with mild coastal breezes and little chance of rain.
In St Louis, Mrs James Keith was ambushed by a mob at Bremen avenue and Salisbury street while leaving a Union line car. Rioters, about half men half women, pelted her with mud and attempted to strip her. Deputies Harris and Smith halted the assault, 16 rioters arrested, and similar violence reported across several city sections.
Frank Maginn was followed and stoned in North St Louis for riding a car. He fired a pistol to drive off the mob and hid in a saloon, then walked four miles to his office. A homicide verdict against Deputy Marsh inflames opinion against the sheriff's posse. deputies resign as unrest spreads. Cars ran without police for the first time since the strike began, little violence reported, but boycotts intensify. Dynamite damaged three cars. Mahon is missing with $100,000 strike funds and possible indictment. President Gompers may arrive to end the strike by accepting transit terms.
Plymouth reports confirm Frank H Kent, famed theatrical figure and husband of harpist Georgia Dean Spaulding, drowned after his boat overturned on Long pond. Kent, 62, a prominent violinist linked to Spaulding's bell ringers, disappeared at sea while wife watched from shore. Speculation notes possible self-inflicted death amid recent low spirits.
Lawrence Telegram reports Congressman William S Knox after returning from Washington says the people endorse the administrations Spanish war era policies and that Republicans are justified. He notes federal building plans for the city will start with a suitable site and omnibus bill funding, estimating a $100000 structure could be built if needed. Knox confirms re election candidacy but admits little local district knowledge. S C W races Saturday afternoon at fairgrounds.
Forge Village reports Mrs Annie Wild departed for Providence to visit relatives for several weeks. Mr and Mrs C Prescott of Hudson spent last Sunday with Mrs Prescott’s mother Mrs L Prescott. Lester Prescott of Georgetown visited his parents last week. Many village residents attended the band concert at Ayer on Wednesday evening.
An old advertisement claims Hood's Sarsaparilla improves blood quality, nerves, and well being, promising rich pure blood and sweet sleep. It touts America's Greatest Medicine with a $1 price and notes Hood's Pills as a favored cathartic.
Massachusetts delegates at the General Federation biennial in South Weymouth face a split over Mrs. Ruffin of the New Era club. They fear a floor fight could secede New England and resist the admission of colored clubs while defending discretionary control by Massachusetts leadership.
Joseph Boutin pleaded guilty in police court to selling liquor at Lakeview and was fined $75 after a leniency request by his lawyer Hamel. Judge Hadley criticized the act but imposed the fine. The session also covered drunkenness and assault cases, including Peter Miron's arrest amid claims of spite by Officer Dwyer and a probation request denied. Miron’s history was detailed, leading to a six month jail term. other defendants faced various penalties or continuances.
The Mt Vernon Free Baptist church annual picnic at Willow Dale featured winners in several events. Edith Estabrook won the ladies race, Josephine Rugh the young girls race, Frederick Clegg led the men’s boat, Lulu Coram won the ladies’ boat, Oscar Coram took the hundred yard dash for young men, and Claude Dickinson claimed the boys’ boat race. Capt. Coram’s team defeated an opposing squad 13 to 2 in the ball game. Teams listed include No. 1 lineup with G Coram as captain and No. 2 lineup led by B Currier. two bowling teams captained by H Coggswell and R Harvey. Fast riders were noted at the Fair Grounds on Saturday.
Frank Reed and Cornelius Maguire received three year terms in the house of correction for a cold blooded street assault in Middlesex. Reed was labeled a notorious figure by Lowell police. The pair robbed a man of 50 dollars and a 100 dollar check while one man choked the victim. John Thornton received six months for drunkenness. Andrew Murray and Thomas Donnelly were sent to reform school and house of correction respectively for similar charges.
Wood's Jewelry in Lowell reports brisk June wedding gift sales with many customers daily. Clerks assist prospective buyers amid a large display of cut glass, sterling silver, and plated ware offered at low prices. Window displays draw passersby and the shop faces crowded hours as weddings continue.
Otto Jensen councilman from ward three sustained a severe burn to his right foot at the machine shop when hot metal spilled as he carried it just before noon. He was transported by ambulance to the corporation hospital for treatment.
In Boston last week Judge Bond heard Scannell and Wholey versus Hub Brewing on a nearly $6000 lien for boilers and fixtures at the brewery. Petitioners claim the contract covered work and materials attached to buildings becoming permanent fixtures. Respondents argue it was only an order for materials with incidental work. Decision reserved after three days of trial and arguments.
Mayor Crowley reports a San Francisco employment bureau letter promising thousands of laborer positions in California this year. The notice notes more clerical applicants than jobs, signaling a shift in local employment prospects and the need to seek opportunities beyond city limits.
A segment of the Lamson Store Service plant will close from June 16 to July 9 to allow employees their annual vacation. The shutdown will suspend production during the period.
A描述 shows scarf and covert line pairing with shirts, highlighting color harmony and a select line of Rumehundas discounted at a stated price.
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