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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1903
Page
3
Senator Hanna said President Truman has full confidence in Postmaster General Payne and would not accept his resignation if tendered. Hanna noted Payne’s health is poor but indispensable in Washington, and Payne stayed in his residence resting while signing mail.
Sir Thomas Lipton, challenger for the America’s Cup, dined with President Roosevelt at the White House in the state dining room. The luncheon discussed upcoming yacht races with keen interest shown by the President. Guests included Andrew D. White, William Fife, R. A. G. Smith, Sanger, Corbin, Geo. W. Perkins, Senator Hanna, and Secretary Moody. Lipton then departed for New York.
President Roosevelt today issued an executive order to boost chief petty officer pay to seventy dollars monthly and to create the chief water tender rating at fifty dollars monthly. Only chiefs who gain permanent appointments after passing examinations after July 1 are affected.
In New York on June 26, six pool rooms in the Tenderloin including The Allens were raided. About five hundred prisoners were captured, the raid described as the largest of its kind here. Allen's establishment was raided during a burial service for his wife. No inmates escaped from the six venues. A cache of racing paraphernalia was seized.
New York on June 26 Rev Albert F Bouteiller of Boston was committed to Manhattan state hospital Ward's Island after an examination since Sunday in Bellevue hospital psychopathic ward. Dr Gregory said he appeared to be suffering from melancholia. The minister was staying with his sister in the city en route to France when his illness worsened.
Newport News June 26 report that weaknesses were discovered in the 12 inch gun turret foundations of the monitor Arkansas during the sea test yesterday to determine if the parts would fail as those on the monitor Nevada.
In 1889 Oklahoma settlers opened the land as the editor of this paper raced to fortune. He faced severe diar rhoea after heat and bad water, nearly dying by June. A neighbor gave Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy in a big dose, and relief followed within an hour, enabling sound sleep. For sale by all druggists. Sentinel Gebo Mont.
The text praises the vigilance of Un jee Samuel and demands strict fulfilment of promises, especially for mail contracts. It notes punctuality and speed are essential and highlights the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway as the chief mail carrier between the East and West, earning government confidence. Experienced travelers value the privilege of using the mail trains on this trunk line.
A commission house clears sample pieces of plain lawn and muslin at deep discounts with lawn prices cut to five cents per yard and other fabrics reduced proportionally. Also notes a concert by an American band in Lowell at Canobie Lake Park on Sunday afternoon and evening.
In Poughkeepsie Cornell won all three races led by a dominant Varsity eight that walked to victory over Georgetown and Wisconsin. The Freshman eight set a new collegiate record with Ithaca crews decisively ahead, while Pennsylvania and Syracuse vied for positions in the final varsity standings amid strong currents and large crowds.
Washington reports the Russian government expresses deep regret at Washington plans to forward a petition from American Jews about Russia’s treatment of Jewish subjects. Russia says it will refrain from interfering in internal affairs and expects sympathy from the United States, while noting surprise at recent developments. Mr. Riddle will be received at the Russian foreign office when presenting the petition.
Almira Wallace aged 74 died in Lowell on June 24 after a life of deep faith. Born June 7 1829 in Limerton Maine she lived in North Andover and Lowell marrying D R Wallace in 1849. She joined Free Baptist and later Highland Congregational church contributing to Sabbath school and prayer meetings. She left a lasting example of loyalty and generosity including a $1000 pledge toward the church debt. J G B
Bradstreet reports six month trade returns indicate better overall business than a year ago though irregularities persist. Unseasonable weather slows crops. cotton, corn, oats improved but remain backward. Wheat yields revised downward. iron and steel slightly up. Retail dry goods and fashion feel the chill of cool weather. wholesale activity quiet, clearance sales active. Textile strike in Philadelphia impacts all sectors. wool firmer. Shoe trade steady with six months strong. eastern shipments up 14 percent. Hides firmer in Boston. Wheat and corn exports for week ending June 25 and fiscal year totals cited. business failures rise to 171 this week.
Funeral services for Tillman Clough Evelyn A Wilson and Margaret McNally were held at their homes and local churches yesterday. Clergy included Rev Dr Bicknell Rev E C Bartlett and Rev Fr Callahan with Weinbeck in charge of arrangements. Ceremonies occurred at Lowell Edson and St Patrick cemeteries with generous floral tributes from families employers and friends.
Jas B Cahill funeral held at 8:30 am from Mrs Burns home on Blinkhorn avenue. Mass at St Michael's church followed by a Gregori an chant by the choir under Thomas P Boulger. Floral tributes from Lowell lodge Eagles and other groups, with delegations from the Eagles and bearers named. burial in Catholic cemetery. undertaker C H Molloy in charge.
In this city on June 25 at residences 35 Essex street and 422 Broadway Marie Racette wife of Delphis Racette aged 39 and Elizabeth Gagnon aged 42 are reported deceased.
Washington reports claim Roosevelt helped draft Iowa Republican tariff plank but authorities say the President has made no suggestions and taken no part in outlining the platform. Since his West return, no one has mentioned the matter to him.
Edwin J. Myers of Brooklyn, a college graduate and bacteriologist, was killed when a stone detached from a west bank viewing ledge during the finish of the freshmen boat race. Myers, who died instantly, was watching the event with a companion.
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