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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1900
Page
8
The report describes yesterday’s light shower threat, a clear, warm day, and sultry night. Today started fair, then temperatures rose rapidly reaching hot midday levels. Barometer readings were 29.67 yesterday and at 29.70 this morning, with 5 pm and 7 am values noted.
The Fourth of July committee approved an extra $100 for the parade military feature to aid Chief Marshal Proctor. Funds total $205 with $105 subscribed so far, including $10 from Representative McKinley. Neptune Veteran firemen of Newburyport accept invitation to participate in parade and muster.
Mrs. Catherine Spencer of Alder Street accepts a novel laundry order from a man who rents twelve monkeys to organ grinders. He delivers forty pieces of monkey attire to be washed separately, citing disease risk for the little ones. The unusual deal yields satisfactory pay, and the man’s ensemble accompanies him when he collects the garments.
D W Horne and Son won a contract to supply 5000 tons of New River steam coal to the water board at a price of 4.9 dollars per ton. The agreement covers delivery duties and payment terms as specified by the water department.
In Harlem Life a quip notes Mrs Sweet’s lack of confidence in her husband as Jess recalls she arranged Brooklyn boarding for him before leaving for the summer. The remark hints at domestic trust and social plans in urban life.
A publicity drive offers 380 cash prizes to writers of letters about health improvements from Grape-Nuts. Ten top letters receive 310 gold pieces each, next twenty get 95, and three hundred receive one dollar. Write clear letters with health details and include 20 named addresses for correspondence. Mail to Box CO Battle Creek, Michigan.
A 4 PM meeting in Middlesex hall discusses establishing public baths in Lowell with a proposed $40,000 building. Plans call for spray, plunge, and a swimming bath, with one section free and another fee-based. Emphasis on mixed facilities, male and female staff, summer and winter operation, and a model akin to Brookline’s bath house.
A local agitation led by Mrs. M. C. Hall pushes for a public bath by purchasing the Coburn estate beside the city library. The plan envisions a board guided project, with features inspired by Boston baths, including a brick granite facility, laundry, and surface drainage, offering 5 to 25 cent swims and free rain baths on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Brookline schools already teach swimming, signaling the value of accessible baths for public health and happiness.
South Framingham: After hours of fierce resistance and dwindling ammunition, Col. Darling surrendered to Brigadier General Mathews at noon ending the sham battle on Nobscot hill. The two forces camped near Capen farm and Framingham Centre, endured cold night, and the marching fatigue led to a dramatic surrender followed by marching back to South Framingham.
Tomorrow the Lowell boys expect many visitors. Captains and lieutenants hold duties as officers of the day. A joke between a father and son caused a breach in guard reporting. A trader’s box contained sawdust after a 25 cent payment. One man from Fitchburg remains in the guard house refusing food unless sent home.
A new reporter recalls composing a wedding story where the floral display ran from the chancel rail to the church doors. The city editor suggests livelier wording while the young reporter defends stretching as accurate, noting six rubber plants and the distance to cover.
Reports note decollete outfits are popular at the national convention while women alternates wear tailored gowns.
A Middlesex chapter Sons of the American Revolution meeting at the St. Charles hotel featured Solon Stevens as historian and Dr James Brown Thornton from Boston giving a detailed talk on the development of firearms. The talk outlined weapon progress from stone age to revolvers, showcased rare pieces, and noted connections to historic events such as Bunker Hill and Fort Sullivan. A trolley trip to Lexington was planned after the address.
Pupils of Notre Dame academy presented a musical program yesterday afternoon attended by parents and friends. Selections included Overture from Freischutz, Chanson des Alpes, Song of the Gypsies, Grand Galop, Dance of the Fairies, Home Sweet Home, Swiss Girl, Cheerfulness, Martha, Grand Polka de Concert, We'll Gaily Sing and Play, Flower Song, Leonora Waltz, Les Huguenots, Ave Maria, and a Grand March with the Notre Dame orchestra.
Sporting notes announce a Diamond Saturday showdown as the Emmetts and Elm base ball teams meet next Saturday afternoon at the fair grounds for the city championship and a $50 purse. Local enthusiasts expect a closely fought game with bets placed on both sides. Emmetts lineup likely includes Donavan Cronin Mc Hugh Cogan Boyle Hayes Jordan Kearns Kane. Elms battery options are Coughlin or Ryan with Ledgwidge catching.
The Ladies Missionary Society of First Baptist church held the final meeting of the season at Rev S T Ford's home on School Street. Mrs Asa Reed Dilts of Branch Street Baptist Church spoke on A Message to Mothers. Refreshments followed as members enjoyed a social evening.
Miss Helen Gould enjoys a summer in Boston while her protégés the sailors show appreciation for her efforts on their behalf.
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