02 Mar 1901
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1901
Page
1
A poetic ode praising Lowell and its mills, bells, and laboring workers. It traces the city’s birth in Pawtucket, lauds thrifty New England toil, and envisions bells calling workers across nations, symbolizing freedom and art serving human good, signed L. B. M.
The piece notes union support among young women, DAR and GAR as opposing forces, and warns that a marriage contract should end in equality. It forecasts the Legislature’s stance on a Merrimack bridge plan as a withdrawal and criticizes Mrs Nation’s anti-cigarette rhetoric labeling it the devil’s own.
Traders National Bank offers deposit boxes with private rooms and a savings department paying 4 percent per annum compounded semi annually. The bank provides foreign exchange, operates coupon rooms, and boasts a ladies banking section. Hours are 8:30 to 4 weekdays and 8 to 1 Saturday. Locations include Middlesex Street and Post Office Avenue.
George Gala a laborer from Providence died after a Bowery saloon fight over a six cent meal. He ravenously ate buttercakes and coffee then claimed no money. Waiters attacked him. his head struck the counter, he fell unconscious, and was dragged outside where he died. Four waiters were arrested.
In Balanga P I Mar 2 officers report the people of Bataan are backward and untrustworthy and not ready for civil government. They are suspected of aiding insurgents. General Grant remains confident they will be pacified.
Mrs. Carrie Nation declares she will resume smashing as soon as released and will attend to her knitting the same as usual. She states this is her current world mission and she will fulfill it to the best of her ability.
St. Petersburg reports the Messenger prints an imperial edict ratifying the Hague conference. The dispatch confirms formal approval by the empire, signaling official endorsement of the world peace gathering.
President Theodore Roosevelt and his wife and children departed New York for Washington at 10 this morning.
In memory of Charles Knox who died in 1895 E M Knox and Mary Knox Robinson decide to give 30000 for a new Protestant church in Manila It will be the first Protestant church built in Manila and will be named Knox Memorial First Methodist Episcopal church Manila The plan arose after Charles Knox’s death and his son and daughter sought a lasting monument They learned a church was missing and chose to fund a suitable edifice suitable cost about 30000 and announced their gift
In Harlem court, 26 year old clerk Harry Lilienthal faced charges tied to the disappearance of Kate Lilienthal, 16, amid family conflict. Kate, one of 16 siblings, claimed she left to escape abuse. her mother admitted slashing her face during the quarrel as evidence emerged.
Kate left home and went to the Engelman residence at 2094 Madison Avenue. Magistrate Crane noted an unwritten law and allowed the girl to live apart from her parents if she conducts herself properly, discharging Lilienthal and the girl.
Leadville Colorado March 2 William W Bond a well known young man and Usher at the Episcopal church Lenten services drank carbolic acid at the start of the service He walked to the pulpit and asked the minister to pray for him He died within minutes Despondency from illness and his service in Co F Colorado volunteers during the Philippine war noted He leaves a widowed mother.
A Memphis Tennessee delegation led by Senator Bate and Senator elect Carmack visited the White House to invite the President to a three day monster meeting of the United Confederate Veterans on May 28 29 and 30. The President regretted he cannot visit Memphis on those dates due to prior arrangements but hopes to come before summer.
Fall River reports a quiet, firm print cloth market with about 100000 pieces sold for the week, largely odds and half the production held by manufacturers. Regulars remain at 3 cents while buyers push for lower prices. Domestic demand and exports decline, causing mills to hesitate on production cuts and wage reductions. New England mills already consider wage cuts, but relief hinges on curtailing output rather than price drops.
Henry Gooding Reed, senior partner and head of Reed & Barton, renowned Taunton silver manufacturers, dies at 91. Son of John Reed, he helped establish the firm in 1824 and led its growth. he leaves two married daughters. Frank W. Brightman, 50, treasurer of Stafford mills in Fall River, dies after a illness.
According to Cobb Bates and Yerxa much canned fish labelled salmon is not salmon in fact. labels tell fish stories. The experts warn consumers to scrutinize packaging and trust independent testing for seafood authenticity.
Bryn Mawr college had a fire brigade that saved a professor’s cottage a few days ago before the department arrived. No girl used smelling salts. Critics now assess the episode.
The 70th anniversary observance of Lowell's incorporation drew a large crowd at Huntington hall and city facilities. Officials and guests attended a reception, followed by an Orchestral Society concert and a lecture by Albert L. Bacheller on Lowell's early history. The day included bells, flags, and a public interest that exceeded expectations.
After afternoon exercises the committee and 70 guests moved to the American house for supper. No speeches were made. Several professional guests dined at the city’s expense as customary.
After a successful season, city evening schools closed for term. Franklin school held anniversary exercises for Lowell incorporation with vocal and instrumental performances by teachers and pupils. Six pupils passed high school exams. Principal Donohoe received a dress suitcase as a gift.
The afternoon anniversary exercises success repeated in the evening as a Jackson hall reception for Huntington officials drew a large turnout. The mayor and city council members attended, with ushers guiding guests and the officials seating at the rear, countering pre event predictions.
A school celebration at Lyon Street honors Lowell with seventy five pupils marching with year banners. Richard Donohoe receives them and a program follows including choruses, solos, recitations, and a march of stars and stripes featuring students from grades three to six and performances by Miss America and other named pupils.
Texas makes kidnapping a capital offense. The victim's friends note the offense requires considerable capital to settle, underscoring the high stakes and open questions about penalties and settlement costs.
The mayor halted bills from Supt. Saunders for farm supplies citing charter requirements. Oysters on the half shell, lobsters, ice cream and lettuce were among items flagged as inappropriate for inmates. A civil service ruling later found the city almoner appointment illegal, identifying the overseers of the poor as head of the pauper department, while ruling Saunders was not a department head.
The First Baptist parishioners learn pastor Rev Everett D Burr declined the Fifth Avenue Baptist Church in New York while praising his Newton Centre work. Burr formerly led Ruggles Street Church in Boston from 1892 to about a year ago before moving to Newton.
Mr John B Emerson and Miss Har riette M Emerson started Thursday on a visit to Washington DC They expect to be gone about two weeks and will visit points of interest and relatives Mr Charles Metcalf with his mother has gone to housekeeping in Mrs Laphams house
Mr and Mrs George Burrough welcomed a little girl into their family circle Monday February 13 138 Ada Braman is able to be out again Mr and Mrs E C Mead received news of the death of an aunt Mrs Joel A Heyward on Wednesday February 13.
Milk inspectors from the State board of health fined two Lowell dispensers for adulterated and substandard milk after samples taken January 26. Lilla F Dowd and Fred N Burnham faced fines. Dowd’s case appealed. Burnham pleaded guilty and paid fifty one dollars. Police court also handled coal theft, drunkenness, and minor offenses with sentences or continuances as the day’s docket moved through Judge Hadley.
Notre Dame academy observed Lowell commemorative events Friday evening with students and friends. The program included Dear Native Land, a city history sketch, Flag of the Free, readings by Julia Donahue and Alice McCarthy, a Tableau on Lowell’s past and future, and performances by Annie Little and Annie Burke.
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