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Newspaper

Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1898

Page

5

Pilgrimage to Ashby Hill Marks Unitarian Summer Meeting

North Middlesex Unitarian delegates from Lowell and nearby towns traveled by special train to Ashby for the annual summer meeting. The Ashby parish hosted a long day of services, sermons, reports, and music in a 100 year old church, with 282 delegates in attendance and 300 served at lunch.

North Middlesex Conference of Unitarian Churches Ashby Lowell West Townsend Thomas H. Elliott M. O. Simons Billerica Geo. C. Wright Westford Chelmsfora Emeline Harrington Pepperell Chas. Babbidge D. D E. Harrington A. J. Rich Milford N. H Granville Pierce Chelmsford Samuel Alliot J. W. Roberts Ayer Mabbidge Miss Harrington Littleton Lowell Free Church Missionary Committee I. F. Porter Wright Mr. Wright S.A. Eliot Boston Eliot Clara P. Bentley Church of the Disciples Buckehorn C. T. Billings

Rinehart Wedding Held With Roses and Silk Lace Attire

The ceremony featured trim with silk lace and pearl fronts and roses in hand. Misses Ida and Agnes Rinehart of Worcester and Lizzie Rinehart of South Framingham attended. A luncheon followed, and the couple, Mrs and Mr Rinehart, planned a July 1 at home after a wedding tour. Gift offerings included a large box of flowers from Vermont.

Smith Snell Marriage Ties Lowell Banker and Bride

Albert George Smith a Merchants National Bank teller married Helena Bradford Snell at her parents Dorchester home. Rev Eu gene R Shippen officiated in a quiet ceremony attended by relatives. The couple will reside at 78 Broadway after a trip to the mountains and sea shore.

Albert George Smith Merchants National Bank Helena Bradford Snell Issida K. Snell Dorchester Eugene R. Shippen Unitarian Church Lowell

Nathaniel Bateman and Katie Dee wed in Lawrence

Nathaniel Bateman of Lawrence and Katie Dee were married at 6 pm last evening at the Immaculate Conception church parochial residence. Rev Fr Joyce officiated. Best man William Bateman and bridemaid Annie Dee. The couple will reside at 28 Wilder Street South Lawrence and host friends from Lowell Haverhill and Boston with generous gifts.

Nathaniel Bateman Lawrence Katie Dee Putnam’s Immaculate Conception Church Joyce William Bateman Annie Dee Boston Wilder Street

Rinehart and Mason wed at Hopkins home

At 7 30 last evening at the home of Mr and Mrs A Hopkins on Third street John J Rinehart and Lizzie J Mason were married by Rev A E Wilson of the Paige street church. A large crowd witnessed the ceremony with Edith L Mason as bridesmaid and David Manning as best man. The bride wore white silk.

Delightful Home Wedding of Foster and Smith in Lowell

A private ceremony last night at the home of the bride's parents Mr and Mrs J B Arthur 88 Branch street united Fred A Foster and Blanche I Smith both of Lowell as husband and wife Rev Row ley Green officiated ushers were T H Coggeshall and F I Hall The bridal party included the bride's mother Mrs Arthur who gave her away Present from out of town included Mrs Mary L Smith and Edward M Buchanan and wife of Lawrence with friends from Lynn Methuen and Andover After a honeymoon the couple will reside at 123 Wamscutt street Page Co catered

J. B. Arthur Branch Street Rowley Green Fred A. Foster Blanche I. Smith Lowell T. H. Coggeshall F. I. Hall Arthur

Boston Couple Wed in Home Ceremony at 251 Appleton Street

At the bride’s parents home 251 Appleton street, 5 o’clock yesterday, Charles P. Hatch of Boston and Almira N. Lyman united in marriage by Rev. J. M. Greene. J. E. Hatch of Medford served as best man and Alice Fitch of Pittsfield was bridesmaid. A reception followed with elaborate decoration by Griffiths and Lohengrin march by Helen C. Taylor. Several out of town guests from Boston attended, including Charles Steere and Herbert N. Ackerman. The couple departed on the 3.25 train to Boston and the south, planning to reside there.

Orrin W. Cunningham Appleton Street Charles P. Hatch Boston Almira N. Lyman J. M. Greene J. E. Hatch Medford Alice Fitch Pittsfield Jacob Nichols Griffiths Helen C. Taylor John Walter Richmond Harry Lyman Ida Ella Hatch Hersom Malden Charles Steere Golden Cross Massachusetts Herbert N. Ackerman Otis Allen South

Lowell Normal School Graduation Hails Women’s Progress

Speech excerpts praise women’s rising role in society, education and family. Remarks from Superintendent A K Whitcomb note diplomas and brevity amid ceremonial joy. The address lauds teachers and the graduating class for preparation for future work and leadership.

Hogan and Miss McTague Wed at St John Church Chelmsford

John E. Hogan and Miss Mary T. McTague were married in St. John's Church North Chelmsford by Rev. John J. Shaw yesterday morning. Best man was Frank W. Hogan. bridemaid Lizzie M. McTague. Reception followed at the bride's School street home. ushers included John E. Harrington Michael J. Gallagher John T. McTague and James F. Leahey. After a wedding trip they will reside in a new Main Street home.

John E. Hogan Mary T. McTague St. John's Church North Chelmsford John J. Shaw Frank W. Hogan Lizzie M. McTague School Street John E. Harrington Michael J. Gallagher John T. McTague James F. Leahey Mrs. Hogan Main Street

Perkins and Emery Wed in Elms Street Home Ceremony

Mr Frederick M Perkins and Miss Emily W Emery, active in the First Baptist church, married Wednesday evening at 58 Elm Street the bride's aunt home. Rev S T Ford officiated with a Ladies' Lyceum orchestra program. Arthur Foster served as best man and bridesmaids were Lottie Waite Grace Lincoln and Nettie Conant. Reception followed and the couple will be at home to friends Tuesdays in July and August.

Frederick M. Perkins Emily W. Emery First Baptist Church E. P. Hoole Elm Street S. T. Ford Ladies’ Lyceum Orchestra Arthur Foster Lottie Waite Worcester Grace Lincoln Nettie Conant Lowell Mrs. Perkins

Edwards and MacGregor Weds in West Chelmsford Ceremony

In West Chelmsford on Wednesday afternoon Frederick W. Edwards and Edith A. MacGregor, both well known, were married by Rev. D McIntyre of Barrington assisted by Rev. William Clark Geyer. Bridemaid Grace Conrad, best man Edward Fisher, over 100 guests attended. They will reside at their West Chelmsford home after July 1.

West Chelmsford Frederick W. Edwards Edith A. MacGregor D. McIntyre Barrington N. H William Clark Geyer Methodist Church of Grace Conrad North Adams Edward Fisher Westford

Flour prices swing after week of decline

A weekly drop in flour prices has softened in the last few days with a steady rise again but not near former highs. Haxall flour sits around 6.50 to 7 dollars, down from 7 and 7.75 the prior week, while pastry values fell from 6.25 and 7 to 5.50 and 6.00.

White Cash Store opens Woonsocket branch at 360 Merrimack Street

The White Cash Store, a popular Woonsocket institution, opens a new Woonsocket branch at 360 Merrimack Street offering a wide selection of groceries and provisions at very low cash prices. The ad invites housekeepers to visit and place trial orders.

Woonsocket White Cash Store Merrimack Street

Lincoln Club Semiannual Meeting Heads to June Election

The Lincoln club plans its semi annual meeting in June with the election of officers. A heated contest is expected as reports note two factions are active in the club.

Lincoln Club

City Dedicates Training School with Freedom of the City

In a noble ceremony Lowell publicly honors the training department, offering full privileges and support. Mrs Kate Gannett Wells lauds the normal schools role to the state. She praises teachers and parents, honoring Principal Coburn and his faculty as America was sung.

A. K. Whitcomb City of Lowell Longfellow Kate Gannett Wells Boston Massachusetts Coburn America Wells Conley

Kindergarten Graduation Exercises Under Miss Devereaux

After a short intermission the normal kindergarten class performed graduation exercises under Miss Annie W. Devereaux. The program featured kindergarten songs such as Summer is Coming Little Brown Seed Bird Thoughts and Poppy Lullaby and drew frequent applause from an attentive audience.

Annie W. Devereaux

Lowell Welcomes Normal School Graduates to New Era

The Lowell school system celebrated the establishment of a new normal school, applauding its site and facilities. Speakers highlighted the city’s support, the need for comprehensive teacher training, and the aim to raise teaching to a profession equal to other fields. The event featured kindergarten plays, address by Miss Fisher, diploma presentations, and a tour of the building for visitors.

Lowell Board of Education People's College Normal School Baker Heverhill Sarah Wilson Reading Larmere Knapp Chisholm Marblehead Bartlett Chelmsford Emery Methuen

Yarns Go On Sale At Half Price In Basement Clearance

Zephir yarns at 60 cents per skein and Scotch yarns at 15 cents per skein are offered as a closeout from J G Cote's stock. German town and Bedford Ball yarns listed at reduced prices. All colors clean goods, basement sale.

J. G. Cote Zephir Scotch Germantown Bedford

New York Market Report by Bright Sears Co

Financial notes from Bright Sears & Co cover today’s Boston and New York markets with brief movement summaries and highlighted leaders in early trading, including notable price shifts in key stocks and sectors. The report emphasizes opening trends and market tone for investors.

Boston New York

Three New Policemen and License Refund Recommendation

At a special police board meeting, George H. Young and Frank K. Marshall were promoted to regular officers. John I. Healey, George W. Robinson, and George S. Abbott became probationary officers. The board also recommended refunding 625 to the estate of the late John F. Prescott for the unexpired license term, with 1300 paid by J Henry Collins, yielding 2475 from the license originally 1800.

Board of Police George H. Young Frank K. Marshall John I. Healey Fulton Street George W. Robinson Wadsworth Street George S. Abbott D. N. Pickering John F. Prescott J. Henry Collins

Fete Committee Plans Patriotic Program At Gen Ames Residence

At a morning meeting the fete committee chose Borjes band the Post 42 band and the American orchestra for the June 30 benefit at Gen Ames residence. A French American young ladies company offering patriotic tableaux was accepted and assigned near the tennis court.

Reed held on habeas corpus in Fitchburg bail cut to 500

John Reed, of banco fame, appeared in Fitchburg on a writ of habeas corpus. A hearing on bail reduction reduced the sum from 2000 to 500. Judge Gaskill ruled Reed’s custody sufficient to protect Massachusetts and expressed belief he could be secured on sentence expiration.

John Reed Banco Fame Fitchburg Gaskill Reed Massachusetts

Patents Granted to Harriman and Locke in City

A patent was granted to Josiah Harriman of this city for a warp stop motion used on narrow weave looms. Another patent went to Charles W. Locke, assigner to the American Mason Safety Trade company of Saco Maine, for a tread for stairs.

Josiah Harriman Charles W. Locke American Mason Safety Treade Company Saco Maine

Miss Calderwood Revital Program Cast Oversight

In the report of Miss Calderwood's revital an oversight left out participants. Ruth Wilder, Arthur Barnes and Helen Barnes formed a trio while Sadie MacDonald and Pearl Honey contributed a duet to the programme.

Miss Calderwood Ruth Wilder Arthur Barnes Helen Barnes Sadie MacDonald Pearl Honey

White duck fabric sale offers cheap skirts material

AG Pollard & Co reports a bleachery delivery of one case of white duck remnants for skirts suits and coats. Yard pricing 9 cents for full width and 3 to 4 wide at 9 cents on sale. regular goods priced 12 and 17 cents per yard. Limited stock and a note that white duck will be popular this season. Basement location.

A. G. Pollard & CO

Taxi Fare Question from a Penny Pincher

A humorous exchange in Tit-Bits where a man asks a cabby the fare to Central Station. The cabby answers one shilling, prompting the man to decide to save money by walking instead.

Bargain Lace Curtains and Portieres at Low Prices

A Lowell ad lists genuine lace curtains in six styles and six ecru patterns sold in two lots with prices from 3.00 to 3.50 per pair. Also offered are chenille portieres, bathing suits, and a range of neckwear and ties. Freezers by Ohio and Lightning are advertised with demonstrations promised.

Portieres Palmer Street CentorAsie Lowell Ohio Lightning Merrimack Street

Bargain Gauze Remnants at Palmer Street Silk Dept

A small lot of gauze remnants in waist lengths about 25 pieces on the bargain table in the silk department. Regularly one dollar a yard, 24 inches wide, now 49 cents per yard at Palmer Street Right Aisle.

Silk Dept Palmer St

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