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Newspaper

Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1901

Page

5

Dull Wall Street Opens With Cautions on Copper and Sugar

The market was quiet at noon with light trading and little change in copper sarugar and Readings. Insiders foresee better prospects ahead as currency flows and lower hostility risks may improve sentiment. Rumors of Amalgamated absorbing the Smelting trust buoy stocks, while Utah and Montana prospects hint at future dividends and extended mine life despite current weak actions.

Wall Street Amalgamated

City stable repair order sent back to committee

A city hall meeting of the conference committee on lands and buildings debated funding and methods for repairing the city stable. Debate centered on contracting versus superintendent led work with Alderman Conlon and Councilman Markham clashing over estimates and authority before the measure was referred back to the committee by a 1 vote margin. The adjournment followed at 9:45 p.m.

City Hall Alderman Conlon Conlon Markham Henderson Charles F. Varnum Gillow Lebrun Pawtucket Mr.Lebrun Committee On Appropriations Mr. Henderson Mr. Conlon Webb Flanagan Mullen Barnard Trades and Labor Council Maauam Committee On Lands and Buildings Board of Aldermen Mr. Markham

Boston police misidentify Blondin arrest report

Boston officials concluded late today that the real J. Wilfred Blondin remains at large after checking a Brushton, New York suspect known as Montroy. Brushed-on officials said the trunk removal at 43 Green Street likely did not reach Chelmsford by rail, suggesting Blondin delivered the trunk by wagon to Chelmsford.

Boston Pierce Watts J. Wilfred Blondin Brushton N. Y Blondin Montroy Boston Police Green Street Chelmsford Dean Lowell

Blondin in City Despite Police Knowledge

Saturday night Blondin was seen in the city but no arrest followed. Authorities noted many Blondins reported recently, yet Louis Blondin a wood chopper living in the woods is not the wanted man and resembles him only by name.

Blondin Blondins Louis Blondin

Boston reporters chase Blondin through New York

Boston newspaper men in a Cleveland Plain Dealer reprint recount their improvised, behind the scenes dispatches tracking the Blondin murder suspect. They describe disguises, watchpoints at railways and docks, planned drag nets, and the police’s secrecy, ending with a confrontational note about Capt. Titus.

Boston New York Blondin Providence Dock Central Park Titus Cleveland Plain Dealer

Hay Cannot Visit Harvard on Commencement Day

Boston June 24 Gov Crane received a telegram from Secretary Hay's private secretary stating he could not accept Harvard's degree offer to join the visit with the governor on commencement day. The message notes Hay cannot avail himself of the opportunity.

Boston Crane Hay Harvard

Fourth of July Committee Sets Costs and Bands

The Fourth of July committee met late last night and discussed badges but took no action. A maximum badge cost of 50 cents was set, bell ringing at 40 dollars, and the Celior band was approved to play one contest for 50 dollars. Band assignments include Cadet at Centralville afternoon, City Farm at night, Military North Common afternoon, Fort Hill night, and National with others.

Livingston Cadet Centralville City Farm Military North Common Fort Hill National

Captain Pettingill Dies After Surgery in Lynn

Captain John M. Pettingill who led Company C of the 8th Regiment in the Spanish War died in Lynn today following an appendicitis operation. Born in Newburyport in 1842, he leaves a widow three children a mother and three brothers.

Lynn John M. Pettingill Spain Pettingill Newburyport

Highland club parade marshal named James H Walker

A town meeting approved inviting James H Walker as marshal of the firemen parade. A councilman argued bands should only be sent if the public could access the grounds. After arranging minor details the committee adjourned at 10 40 o'clock.

South Common Excelsior Pawtucketville Americarade Highland Club James H. Walker

Marriage of Martin Roth and Johanna Leibacher

The marriage occurred June 22 at 5 p.m. officiated by Rev. George F. Kenngett. Maid of honor Miss Gussie Miller of Boston and best man Mr. Otto Held attended. Bride wore white muslin with Valenciennes lace. bouquet of white carnations. Reception at the bride’s home 127 London street with guests from Boston and Lowell. They will reside at 20 Montreal street after July 2.

Martin Roth Johanna Leibacher George F. Kenngett Gussie Miller Boston Otto Held London Street Lowell Mrs. Roth Montreal Street

Mr Arthur H Cashin and Miss Ros alind Farnham Wed

Mr Arthur H Cashin and Miss Ros alind M Farnham were married yesterday at 6.20 pm at the bride’s home 883 Dutton Street. Rev George F Kenngett officiated. Bridesmaid Alice Wing and best man Frank Grindle. Nettie Studley played wedding marches. Parlors decorated by Patten and Roberts with roses peonies and palms. Bride wore white peint d esprit over silk and carried bride roses. Ushers were Emma Schofield Jennie Perry Addie Killpartrick Maud Ludwig Viva Young. Reception hosted by William Morgan Bert Nichols Harry Webber with Rena Landers. They will be at home after Aug 1 at 29 Perrin Street.

Arthur H. Cashin Rosalind M. Farnham Dutton Street George F. Kenngett Alice Wing Frank Grindle Nettie Studley Patten and Roberts Emma Schofield Marblehead Jennie Perry Merrimac Addie Killpartrick Maud Ludwig Lowell Viva Young Haverhill William Morgan Bert Nichols Harry Webber Rena Landers Mrs. Cashin Perrin Street

Barlow and Coughlin M arry in Immaculate Conception Ceremony

Mr Albert W Barlow and Miss Kath erine F Coughlin wed yesterday at the Immaculate Conception parish residence with Fr McGrath officiating William J Maddocks served as best man and Miss Susie Coughlin as bridesmaid The couple will reside at 8 Coral Street and hosted a reception at the bride’s home 64 Pleasant Street

Albert W. Barlow Katherine F. Coughlin Immaculate Conception Church Fr. McGrath William J. Maddocks Susie Coughlin Pleasant Street Mrs. Barlow Coral Street

Marriage of Harriet Armstrong to Sylvester Lane at Brown Home

A quiet wedding occurred last evening at 72 D street attended by a goodly company. Miss Harriet J. Armstrong, cousin of Mr. A. J. Brown, married Mr. Sylvester L. Lane of Nashua New Hampshire. Rev. A. E. Wilson officiated. A collation followed and the newlyweds departed by evening train for Nashua where they will reside after July 1. Presents were numerous and beautiful.

A. J. Brown D Street Harriet J. Armstrong Mr. Brown Sylvester L. Lane Nashua N. H A. E. Wilson

Couple Weds at Central Methodist Parsonage

At the Central Methodist parsonage on June 22, William F. Coolidge of Maynard and Winnie M. Wasgatt of Nashua New Hampshire were married.

Central Methodist Parsonage William F. Coolidge Maynard Winnie M. Wasgatt Nashua N. H

Obituary: Isaac B Spinney Dies Suddenly at Home

Isaac B Spinney, 54, died suddenly Saturday night at 48 Fremont Street. After supper he rested on the piazza and did not respond when his wife checked on him later. The exact cause was not provided.

Isaac B. Spinney Fremont Street Mr. Spinney

Death of Mrs Hannah Welch A Local Parish Resident

The widow Hannah Welch died yesterday at 495 High Street. She leaves five sons John, Richard, Patrick, Edward, and Thomas, and three daughters Mrs John Harrington of Providence, Elizabeth and Mary Welch. She was long a devout member of St Peter's parish and well regarded in the city.

Hannah Welch High Street St. Peter’s Parish John Richard Welch Bros Patrick Welch & Danahy Edward Thomas John Harrington Providence Elizabeth Mary Welch

Memorial Rites Held for Local Residents in Catholic Cemeteries

Funeral services were held yesterday for Jean B. Mailloux at St. Joseph's Church with a high requiem mass, burial in St. Joseph's cemetery, and Undertaker Albert in charge. Lizzie McGrew, John C. Carr, Arthur Jean, Catherine F. Murphy and other locals were interred at parish cemeteries with obituaries noting trains, railroad workers, and family affiliations. The services featured Gregorian and requiem masses, organ music, and floral tributes from relatives, friends, and local organizations.

Jean B. Mailloux Dalton Street St. Joseph’s Cemetery Albert St. Joseph's Church Nolin Marion Gagnon Lemaitre Donnelly Mollie Ivers McKennedy Thomas John George Ryden Martin Dolan Michael Kiernan John Shea St. Patrick’s Cemetery Rogers Fr. Mullin Arthur Jean Tok Ford and Cabot Streets Lee Street Father Gagnon Father Desroches O. M Brotherhood of Railroad Louis Lambert James Harkin J. M. Ward W. J. Kennison N. Cook Henry Lederman St. Joseph's Father Lamothe Catherine F. Murphy St. Patrick’s Church Walsh Schmidt BE. F. Faulkner Michael J. Johnson Farrell Miss Rooney James Healey Lowell Post Office Hector O’heir John Burns Golden John Cannon Margaret Cannon Hugh J. Cannon Eveylyn Cannon Esther Murphy Dennis Murphy Dedham Mass Michael Farrell Joseph Lee Timothy Donovan James Smith Thomas McCann John Golden Molloy

Obituary notices for Glodden and Welch

In Middlesex street Melvin C Glodden aged 50 died June 23 and body sent to Bedford Canada for burial by Undertaker Brooks. Hannah Welch aged an old resident died June 23 at her home 495 High street in this city.

Glodden Middlesex Street Melvin C. Glodden Bedford Canada Brooks Welch High Street Hannah Welch

Ribbon distribution for South African War medals

The London News reports that about 75 000 yards of ribbon will be issued with England's South African war medals, based on an estimate of 300 000 recipients. Each medal uses nine inches of ribbon in a ribbed silk with red edges, dark blue center, and orange in between. Distribution backdated to troop return, regiments already home may claim and wear the ribbon.

England South Africa London News

Portrait Frames Wholesale and Retail Stock Offer

A local seller promotes a broad assortment of portrait frames for wholesale and retail needs. Emphasizes value, variety, and competitive pricing across finest, medium, and cheapest grades to attract customers and encourage in-store viewing and comparison. The stock is available at the Cor John & Merrimack location under the GFKO designation.

Tyngsboro Liquor Case Verdict and Fine

Frank Cady testified the liquor was his and he stored it in a shed to keep it cool. Four men who drank at the Shaw farmhouse admitted to receiving beer without payment. Judge Hadley found Shaw guilty of illegal liquor keeping and assessed a $50 fine, paid by Mrs. Shaw.

Frank Cady Tyngsboro Shaw Farm Albert Dawson North Billerica David Schofield Hadley Shaw

Weymouth water works head arraigned on larceny charge

George J. Ries superintendent of the Weymouth water works, held in 4000 dollars bail in Boston after arrest for larceny of 1800 dollars from Weymouth. He pled not guilty before Judge Humphrey in Quincy district court and the case was continued to Thursday, June 27 for examination.

Boston George J. Ries Theeymouth Water Works Weymouth Humphrey Quincy

Writs Grow As Reis Forgery Charge Follows Bail Held

Weymouth June 24 The shortage in George J Reis superintendent of water works accounts is believed far above the 1800 warrant quoted at his Quincy arraignment. He is held on 4090 bail as the water board opened the safe and reviewed books Treasurer Stetson will report findings and a second forgery warrant was sworn out. Reis was moved from Quincy and jailed awaiting re arrest.

Weymouth George J. Reis Quincy Water Board Stetson Reis Rels

Dr Turner Acquitted in Bishop Case

Boston June 24 Judge Bishop ordered a verdict for Dr Augustus W Turner who was indicted and tried with Mrs Jane B Bishop of Newton. Prosecutors offered no evidence against Turner and the judge instructed the jury to return a verdict of not guilty while the Bishop case proceeds to the jury later today.

Boston Superior Criminal Court Bishop Augustus W. Turner Jane BD. Bishop Newton Clarence E.rowley Turner Rowley

New Revenue Office appoints new deputy collector

Boston June 24 Deputy Collector C T Thomas of New Bedford resigns. Collector Gill appoints A L Carpenter of Taunton to the position. Deputy Carpenter served during the war when the force was temporarily increased.

Boston Internal Revenue C. T. Thomas New Bedford Gill A. L. Carpenter Taunton Carpenter

Novel dam method floods Pittston coal fire in six weeks

A mine fire at Pennsylvan ia Coal Co in Pittston was fought by flooding two connected collieries via a dam in the main slope. A trap door released 209 000 gallons to wash over the fire, then repeating cycles subdued the blaze in six weeks, far faster than flooding alone.

Percival Ridsdale Frank Leslie Pennsylvania Coal Company Pittston No. 6

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Stock Market Rolston & Hooley Atchison Common Montana Butte Utah Bright, Sears & Co Sugar Ref. Co Atchison Brooklyn Rap Chesa. & O C.be Erie Gen. Electric Co Ll & Manhattan New York Center NY Pac Penn Railroad BO. Pac Ieeenee Wee Rail Texas & Pac Union Pic. Sane Union Pac Pfi USB Steel Pro Cess L. Pd U. E Ruboer Atliantic Royal Mont Coal & Coke Trinity Messrs. C. T. Savan & Co Oscar Alcd Liberty Street Waich Alpha Quartette Steinert & Sons Chas. T. Saul & Co ZO Central ST Nicholas G. Norcross Central Straat Lowall Iron Mt. & So Spencer, Trask & Co Pine Street State St Albany, N. Y Brushton, N. Y Cleveland Capt. Pettingill Roth—Leibacher Cashin Farnham Barlow—Coughlin Lane—Armstrong Coollidge—Wasgatt Lee,Higginson &Co State Street Securities U.S. Steel U. S. Steel Amalgamated Coper Boston Elevated Corey, Milliken & Co Exchange Gfko, E. Maker, Cor, John & Merrimack Is Ries Weymouth Water Works Heis DR. Turner NEW Revenue Office A.G. Pollard & Co Sais New Axminster Dwight Palmer Street Aisie Sorosis A. G. Pollard & Co Merrimack, Palimer and Middie Sts
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