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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1905
Page
6
Public notice states patrons should direct all advertising inquiries non-delivery of papers and address changes to the business office at 31-2. The item urges careful telephone calls and courtesy in communications to aid service.
In the Lowell Daily Courier the June 28 1905 issue mocks leaders and lawyers. It notes tension for the Little Father in Warsaw and Europe’s verdicts on peace envoys aboard the Mayflower while lampooning politicians and doctors. Roosevelt is poked as defender of the Santa Feth.
The article notes the death of Henner the Paris painter famed for red haired women in light dress. It recalls his art was not deep though many works are familiar, followed by editorial remarks on weather, labor, Roosevelt, and Rev. Dr. Abbott resigning as rector of St James Episcopal Cambridge being laid on the vestry table.
Paderewski recovers seven thousand dollars after a railroad concession due to temporary numbness in his thumb and regains use of the digit. Mr Roosevelt faces mild criticism for a blunder in addressing a public crowd, deemed venial and Harvardlike in tone.
The piece notes Gov. Douglas wishes he had not spoken but praises his steadfast decision not to seek another term. The columnist argues the nation has too large armed forces with sixteen inch guns that would mostly miss their target, wasting money in war preparation.
An anti-imperialist peer praises Carl Schurz’s "gentleman of the nations" idea, aligning with Grant. The piece notes Roosevelt’s rare unbending moments amid social life, while some critics target Loomis as harsh as Bowen alleged, with superiors’ findings shaping public comment.
The text suggests Mr. Loomis will likely end his diplomatic career soon by undertaking a mission to collect the remains of Paul Jones, seen as an acceptance of stewardship akin to the Chiltern hundreds. The phrasing implies a formal conclusion to his service.
Chairman Morton will work for Equitable at half Hyde and Alexander’s pay and at 50000 dollars will earn well. Superintendent Hendricks noted clerks earned ordinary wages while higher officers drew salaries out of proportion to their worth. Payroll revision is a key task in the reorganization and is expected to receive proper attention.
The Lynn Fourth of July committee faces a 2500 appropriation shortfall. It could spend 800 on fireworks only by trimming other items, following Lowe's example. The plan is to burn 800 on the South Common for the Fourth, hoping for a strong show to satisfy the public. The piece notes Taft's tough Philippine lid and rapid presidential travel between commencements and Manila, Washington, and China policy efforts.
The piece argues the tax dodging probe should yield real reform rather than mere punishment. It urges sharper measures to compel payment, questions lax abatements, and cautions delaying investigations into the poor overseers. It suggests timing questions tied to upcoming elections and public scrutiny.
A collage of late 19th or early 20th century observations references Harvard Yate fellows city auditor Paige Roosevelt Higgins and schisms in finance politics and society. It notes a gash of reform rhetoric, a royally styled shah, a Denver G A R encampment flag, and a Bar Harbor water scare while questioning honesty and traditional roles.
The Baltimore Sun reports Bonner Springs Kansas pastor urges shirt sleev es in heat at Sunday night service with assurances of short sermon and good music. It notes President Newman on trains and cautions that faster trains may bring more disaster in collisions, citing a Western Maryland collision near Baltimore and Hagerstown where no passengers were injured.
Washington reports a large number of New England towns received additional postoffice clerks and salary changes for assistant postmasters. Massachusetts towns listed include Marlboro Middleboro New Bedford North Adams North Attleboro Peabody Pittsfield Rockland South Framingham South Manchester South Weymouth Taunton Turners Falls Webster Winchendon Worcester with varied raises and new clerk positions.
Pittsfield reports Assistant Postmaster Edward Co. Hill was instantly killed when his bicycle was struck by a trolley car early today. The accident occurred as he rode near the city streets, prompting investigations by local authorities.
Deposits begin to draw interest from next Saturday at the Five Cent Savings Bank as a new savings campaign starts.
A Barvard class dinner features a song about Theodore Roosevelt written in 1886 by Tileston and performed by Dr. Henry Idwin. The verses praise Roosevelt’s career from frontier days to presidency, noting his trust-busting stance and naval leadership. Additional items include wordplay on long English words, transport announcements, city populations, and a humorous street-car overheard conversation.
Rome report says the Pope may travel from the Vatican to Monte Cassino in hot weather. He would stay with Abbot Boniface Krug, ex St. Vincent's arch abbey Beatty Pa. The pope had pledged to visit Monte Cassino upon becoming pope, renewing that promise twice since his election.
The National Association of Supervisors of State Banks met in Portland on June 28. Officers were elected and a public meeting addressed by Fred E. Richards of Union Mutual Life Insurance and Portland National Bank, who spoke on The Commercial Banks of Maine. Meigs H. Whaples discussed The New England Conscience in Banking and Francis B. Sears spoke on The Development of Modern Banking and Its Agency in the Expansion of Business.
Persons interested may obtain full detailed information on arrangements and transportation facilities at no charge by writing to H. J. Colvin, 362 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer quip notes that Russians lack a word for enough while discussing wartime morale. The exchange frames a humorously stoic stance on persistence and conquest, reflecting a wartime speech pattern.
In Chicago on June 28 Columbia post No. 706 of the Grand Army of the Republic held a camp fire honoring Gen. Stephen D. Lee of Vicksburg, Confederate Veterans of the South. Confederate groups joined the event as veterans urged the return of flags and banners to their original owners, with Gen. Lee praising recent congress action to restituite flags to surviving Confederate soldiers.
Port Huron June 28 George F Kinnear an advertising agent from Washington D C was arrested on charges of fraudulent use of the mails Investigators seek links to a 1908 scheme that allegedly took about 3000 from women nationwide by offering jobs at the St Louis fair
Three armed men held up and robbed people in a Dearborn street resort early today. The hotel lounge and dining areas were crowded with many guests, and valuables appeared to be targeted as the assailants fled into the night with loot.
In a bold raid jewelry and money totaling $5000 were taken. One robber controlled five cabmen while two others moved through the premises driving inmates into a room. After securing valuables they cut telephone lines and fled.
Kiel Germany June 28 The yacht week ends in cold stormy rain as the Empress arrives to cruise with Emperor William along the coast. Most American yachts head for Cowes Isle of Wight while the North Star owned by Cornelius Vanderbilt will voyage to Norway then to Spithead to witness the French fleet reception.
Farmington Maine June 28 The body of Andrew J Norton a prosperous farmer was found today hanging from a beam in his barn He was 45 years old and had been in poor health for some time He lived alone and his death is being treated as likely suicide with no known motive.
A. G. Pollard & Co offers Foile Seraphique a thin silk like fabric ideal for waists and dresses. It features a light ground with small prints and crinkled stripes, easy laundering without ironing and fast color. Regular 19c yard, remnants 12%c, basement.
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