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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1901
Page
12
Yesterday afternoon and night were milder than the day before but remained cold. Today started fair then became hazy and smoky at noon. Observations show temperatures rising from 23 to 38 with barometer readings 29.96 to 29.77 and indicate occasional rains tonight and Saturday with warmer south winds for Massachusetts.
The Lowell Daily Courier reports local news and notices for Friday March 1 1901. This edition covers community affairs, weather, and public notices relevant to Lowell residents.
Rev J P Richardson reports 250 signatures against a Dracut liquor license after May 1. Lowell records the first scarlet fever death in 14 months as the health board is updated. U S B Cricket club plans M Burns for their season. A piano dealer touts 40 years of buying experience with Steinert ads. A boys House of Prayer club forms under Rev Ward. Lowell Primary union meets at Paige Street church at 4 pm with lessons by Miss Adelaide H Noyes teaching Platform Improvement.
The Century for March highlights Walden Fawcett on iron mining progress since 1896 with Lake Superior as the epicenter. Output rose dramatically, exceeding prior eras and rivaling global totals, while financials show yearly wealth additions of about twenty five million dollars and dramatic profits from regional mines.
Mr and Mrs J W Crawford hosted a Thursday night whist party on Princeton street to benefit the children's table at the upcoming Day nursery fair. Ten tables were filled with gentlemen players. Prizes went to C A Dane Ed Jones C T Garland and Vincent Conlan. An orchestra provided music and refreshments were served by several hosts.
The Shaw Stocking company dedicated its new 285 by 75 foot mill with a formal dedicatory dance for 250 workers and 500 spectators. Hibbard's orchestra played while officers and guests enjoyed a luncheon after the seventh dance.
In a Boston supreme court decision, Malvina Andetta as administratrix sued Union St Joseph to recover sick benefits. The court ruled the suit premature for failure to provide a physician sworn certificate as required by the society bylaw. A non sworn certificate did not excuse production. If a sworn certificate is later produced, recovery may be possible in a new suit unless other objections arise.
Mr. Thomas M. Graves spoke on Astronomy to a large appreciative vestry audience at Paige Street Baptist Church. The three part stere opticon series began last night with unusually fine views and a lecture of quality that gave pleasure and profit to listeners. The audience showed clear recognition and enthusiasm.
At the monthly meeting of the overseers of the poor in Lowell, a civil service ruling declaring Robert V. Saunders illegally holding the farm superintendent post sparked a heated exchange. Henry Williams pressed the veteran protection rule and questioned Saunders election, while Conley and McOsker defended Saunders. Williams moved to notify the civil service commission. the motion passed unanimously. Saunders admitted employing a man at 11 dollars weekly, but agreed to the standard salary, and the board later requested a full cash-allowance audit at the next meeting. The month’s trestle: 463 mates, 180 tramps, 7 deaths. The meeting adjourned to city hall Monday night.
The Lowell Electric Light Corporation reports thefts of about 6400 feet of wire over three to four weeks. Wires disappeared from Fort Hill Chelmsford street Stackpole Street Moody street bridge and more, with an estimated loss near 120 dollars. Thieves worked in darkness and many saw but did not intervene.
Middlesex county commissioners consider a petition to straighten and widen roads and build a boulevard from Lowell to the Andover line on the south side of the Merrimack river in Tewksbury. If approved Essex County may extend the project toward Lawrence, easing Lowell hill and benefiting residents of both cities.
The Ladies Benevolent Society held a well attended monthly social at Worthen Street M E Church last evening. A fine supper and entertaining program featured piano duets by Miss Dumas and Mrs Taylor, a reading by Miss Jessie Dell Lewis, a cornet solo by Miss Gertrude Pratt, and a song by Miss Edna L Craig. Most artists were encored.
Company M under Capt. Mitten held a well attended drill at the armory last night followed by a collation at the St. Lawrence hotel. City officials and former members attended. Private Bagley, a Santiago campaign veteran, rejoined the company.
The Board of Gas and Electric Light Commissioners in Boston on February 27 1901 approved the Lowell Gas Light Companys plan to issue fifteen hundred shares of new capital stock at par one hundred dollars each for extended plant improvements. The price was fixed at two hundred dollars per share for pro rata distribution to stockholders with unsubscribed shares offered for sale in Boston and Lowell newspapers.
Passaconaway Tribe of Red Men entertained grand officers from the state order. A business meeting featured speeches by Great Sachem Collester of Salem Great Tocakon Calder of Boston and Deputy Great Sachem Orr of Reading. The chief's degree was shown for two candidates Charles Leach Libby and Charles Laurie. Supper followed. visitors from Lawrence attended via electric lines.
The Washington Commandery Golden Cross held a regular meeting last night followed by cake and coffee. A character party offered amusement with songs by Edward Turnbull and piano by Misses Inez Turnbull and Mabel Howes. The organizing committee included Mrs G F Howes and several others. Lowellodge K of P also met with a large turnout, refreshments, and vocal music, with the side rank planned to be worked again in two weeks.
A city jeweler Wood showcases a window labeled Anything in this window 98c. The store, claiming the largest jewelry stock in the area, sells many silver and cut glass items at prices far below retail due to buying as a manufacturers’ agent abroad. Today and tomorrow are banner bargain days. visitors are urged to view the display.
Advertisers are reminded that their campaigns appear in the Courier. This notice encourages continued placement and highlights the visibility offered to local readers and businesses through the newspaper print and digital editions.
Reverend John Hood Laughlin, a missionary in China for over two decades, spoke to the Ladies Missionary Society at First Presbyterian on The Late Outbreak in China its Causes and its Outcome. He outlined three factors including the Boxers the Dowager and popular sentiment among Chinese toward foreigners. He argued the Boxers were despised raiders, the Dowager manipulated events, and most Chinese feared land loss and livelihoods. He warned foreign presence has not yet opened new avenues but may lead to a better government and revived missions.
The St. Pauls Junior league members enjoyed a pleasant evening with entertainment by Frank Hart, Car lous Hart, Benjamin Ashworth and Schuyler Waller and Misses D Baker Eth el Waller Loyder McCann Veda Crawford Eva Harriman. After games, the group shared an oyster supper.
At a special union meeting action was taken on the death of William A. Merritt. A delegation of four will attend the funeral: J Laundry, Cornelius Monahan, Joseph F. Convery, William Galvin. Bearers named: Frank Kappler, H. N. Woodward, H. J. Curran, James A. Martin.
Personally conducted tours via Pennsylvania railroad with all expenses paid depart Boston March 11 and 95 and April 22. Stop-over privileges and side trips included. Itinerary by D. N. Bell Tourist Agent 205 Washington Street Boston.
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