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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1898
Page
5
Miss Bessie M. Coburn presents a sketch of the Varnum family, a prominent local line, in a piece praised as among the best in the Lowell Normal school competition. It will interest readers who know any Varnums.
The Varnum family traces to 1635 with Major Samuel Varnum of Ipswich. James M Varnum opposed independence in college debate, then supported the cause in 1776. Brigadier General Varnum led Rhode Island forces at Roxbury and Valley Forge, praised by Washington. His brother Joseph Bradley Varnum became a statesman and senator. The article recalls portraits, stately homes, a famed coach, and Royal the servant, with Varnum's 1821 death and burial beside his Greenwich homestead.
The article discusses the origins of Commodore Winfield Scott Schley name amid speculation of German descent or kinship to a Mexican War hero. It cites a Tribune interview where Schley recalls being a nameless, crying infant before he received a name.
In a reminiscence from the New York Tribune, a gallant naval officer recalls being named Winfield Scott Schley after Gen. Winfield Scott during his youth. He explains the pronunciation Sly, tradition of the Maryland Schley family, and recounts a dinner at the Brevoort House where Scott praised descendants bearing his name. The tale ends with the officer’s pride in his name and refusal to adopt foreign variants.
Photographers report heavy demand as volunteers flood in for portraits. Men pose in full uniforms for cabinet cards and head bust prints, while women seek watch-case miniatures. Lockets feature merged double hearts in gun metal with Cupid motifs and engraved dates or mottos.
The New York Sun describes delicate keepsakes: tiny gold hears for necklaces, locket frames woven in gold military lace, and epaulet shaped easel frames for desks. Bachelor pincushions bear a date and motto beside a miniature photo, while elastic locket wires resemble a curl of hair when opened to reveal a face.
Advice from The Monthly Cyclopaedia of Practical Medicine outlines protective measures for malaria in tropical campaigns. It emphasizes using natives for soil work, high and windward camps, mosquito nets, limited talking in malaria zones, water sterilization or filtration, boiling drinking water, prophylactic quinine dosing, regular rest, careful movement to avoid streams, varied diet, and head protection for heat. Endorsed by Drs. Sternberg, Van Reypen, Wyman, and Guiteras.
A dog on the track near Indianapolis caused Train No 20 to stop with emergency brakes just before reaching a farmhouse. A two year old child in a red frock was found safe after the derailment scare. Conductor J W Russe and engineman Dorsey praised for quick action.
Mrs Petter complains Dixon seized the rocking chair before his wife could reach it, noting his cleverness in stealing on his wedding tour. Mr Petter claims Dixon is smart enough to avoid suspicion while on his wedding trip.
Bright Sears & Co. reports on the New York market showing movements in prices and trading activity. The bulletin notes notable shifts in securities and commodity pricing, reflecting broader market conditions and investor sentiment.
The Andrews Opera company opened with Em Diavolo to a large audience and earned strong praise for the entire cast. Miss Myrta French led as Zerlina with graceful singing and moving acting, supported by Nellie Wellington, George Andrews, and others in a compelling sextette finale. Fra Diavolo follows tonight with similar high expectations.
Lowell June 21 1898 A G Pollard Co advertises a dress goods sale with a large lot of wool goods marked 25¢ a yard and extensive drapery offers including muslin curtains 49¢ a pair and higher grade ruffled curtains at 1 a pair plus a wide range of underwear and linen patterns including napkins and table cloths at substantial discounts.
An assortment of old notices includes A G Pollard & Co offering dyeing services for dresses and coats, a testimonial for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy from Mrs. Mary A Beard, and a Breach of Promise joke about a bachelor who asks a railway carriage companion if she is married.
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