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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1900
Page
1
Josh Wink reports a humorous Baltimore American tale in which a wife confesses plans to cultivate eggs through an odd egg-plant garden. She promises to provide meals with boiled, scrambled and devilled eggs from the bizarre patch. The husband reacts with growing amusement at the quirky culinary scheme.
A fragmented column notes a request to Constantinople and references on Turkey breeders in Maine Farmer. It mentions Kansas debate over Buller versus Grant, spring gown shade pale biscuit, a weak nervous prostration event, high local streams, town reports stirring Commonwealth noise, and Gen Roberts possibly action in the Orange Free State. It also hints at Prof Atwater and Secretary Root meeting Gen Wood with implied affinity between them.
An early night fire levelled the Sawyer place near Methuen four miles from Lawrence. A misrung alarm caused four boxes to relay signals, delaying the response. Water was unavailable, hindering control as Mrs Welton escaped and ten hogs perished. Loss around 4500 with light insurance. Anthony Comstock noted for fashion remark ends local item.
London reports President Kruger left Pretoria aiming to meet President Steyn, possibly in the Orange Free State, with talks seen as a precursor to peace negotiations. Observers say pressure from Burghers and Afrikaners may drive any talks, while both leaders remain firm in the war.
Chicago March 3 Another field of transportation is to be covered by syndicates which control the railroads east of Chicago and St Louis. They plan to combine the large boat lines of the Great Lakes into a single pool with the railroads. Morgan Rockefeller Harriman and Hill are named as prime movers in the lake deal.
In Oaxaca on March 3 government forces advanced toward Santa Cruz, the Maya rebels main stronghold, with an army a few miles away. At Aguada 3000 Maya fighters faced 6000 Mexican troops led by General Bravos, who attacked and drove them from their trenches as plans for an early week assault were announced.
Franklin Pa March 3 Hon Joseph Sibley congressman from the 27th district said he would divide two years of his term salary among five district hospitals. A $1000 check arrived for each hospital and next year each will receive another $1000. In his prior term he divided his salary among labor organizations.
Robert J. Thompson secretary of the Lafayette monument commission acting as special commissioner of the United States and representing President McKinley presented the first Lafayette dollar today to President Loubet in a casket costing $1000 at the Elysee palace in Paris.
New York March 3 Methodism faces prestige loss in big cities prompting a Methodist Episcopal bishops board letter urging a week of penitence and prayer from March 2. Bishops Ninde Fowler Joyce cite causes including labor indifference amusements and criticism of the Bible, warning of adapting to new conditions while preserving core faith.
The bishops express hope that Methodists understand current conditions and follow Wesleyan example. They urge not turning back, call for greater faith, more prayer, and especially broader adoption of family prayer to renew the movement.
Seven defunct rabbits hung outside Pike's Banner market in Prescott street as a March 1 close season law took effect. The market, wary of fines, and manager Greeley faced mystery over how the rabbits appeared, while an inspector would have shared in any fine. Brer Rabbit remains a cautionary memento on the ash-heap.
A telegram to Miss Anne Marjorie Day a high school teacher in Providence announced her brother's fatal injury at a Chicago railroad station while en route to Iowa for a health trip after recently finishing university studies. A later telegram confirmed his death and no further details were available locally.
Tomorrow night at the Savoy theatre Joseph Smith presents an illustrated talk on The Boer and the Briton with nearly 100 views from Ladysmith Mafeking Kimberly Johannesburg Tugela River Spion Kop Durban Natal and Cape Town. Views taken by Rev J H Ridette will be described. proceeds go to the Humane Society.
William Barre of Greenfield Massachusetts asks Supt. Davis for the current whereabouts of his mother Mrs. Catherine Barre. He cites prior residences on Fayette Street and Andover Street in Lowell and Lakeview Avenue two years ago. Barre reports hearing she may have been treated at a Lowell hospital and asks assistance to support her.
Mr. Frederic Ayer, a friend of the Lowell Textile school, offers to provide a $20,000 site for a permanent school building if the State constructs the building. Several sites are under consideration by the trustees, but no official action has been taken on selection yet.
The Medford Catholic church appoints Rev. Thomas L. Flannagan to fill the rector position left by the late Rev. Fr. Gilligan. He comes from St Patrick's parish in Stoneham where he served about six years. Stoneham’s pastorate goes to Rev. William Millerick of Charlestown. Fr. Flannagan previously belonged as a child to St. Vincent's Fort Hill Boston.
Massachusetts man Benjamin F. Perkins, 65, of Newbury, cut his throat with a razor after a morning trip to Newburyport. He died at home from loss of blood, with despondency given as the cause. He leaves three children. Salem council convened to elect a city treasurer and collector, reappointing Francia A. Newell to office by a 15 to 12 vote with three absent.
A witty exchange unfolds where Cholly teases about a charming widow and her upcoming marriage. Algy voices reluctance to be a widow’s second husband, while Cholly claims he’d prefer that to being her first husband, the line delivering the playfully sharp humor typical of Puck.
Mary Emma Cook, 15, vanished from North Chelmsford on February 11 after leaving home at 6 p.m. Her mother cites heartbreak and a recent loss of her uncle as factors. Police and Humane Society agent pursue leads. sighting near Lowell last week remains the sole update.
The article clarifies the Locks and Canals proprietors were granted power to enclose Merrimack waters and to buy the land for their canals. Deeds are on file. Chapter 132 of 1835 required a ten foot tow path and two free landings, but the city gained no further land rights. In 1852 the tow path was abolished, and Huntington’s mayoral period saw the landing used for purposes beyond its original grant.
Advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a powerful blood cleanser curing various ailments and improving health. Endorsed by Mrs F. G. Smith of Cleburne Texas and Miss Nellie Hilenkrant of Rochester New York.
A Citizen letter urges the mayor and board of health to contract for city garbage cremation, noting potential annual savings of 40,000 and up to 200,000 with healthier outcomes. It echoes The Tenth Alderman urging the Women’s club and Laborers to exert influence, cites swill milk reform as in New York, and warns against state putrefied feed.
The trustees report shows a $307.61 year end balance after a year with no appropriation, spent only $184.28 on books while seeking a $200 town grant plus dog tax funds. The piece notes a ten year decline in book additions and circulation, urging accountability and timely remedies from a responsive board.
Captain Daniel Walker died at his home on Burtt Street aged 67 after a long illness. A descendant of early Rehoboth settlers, he served in the Civil War and later became a life insurance agent, rising to general manager for Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance in Lowell. He married Sarah Calvert in 1853 and had three children. The notice also reports the death of Mary A. Cummings of East Billerica with funeral details and survivors.
The funeral for Mrs Mary T Ward departed from 49 Lamb Street Pawtucketville at 9 am and proceeded to St Patrick's church for a requiem mass. The service featured Schmidt's mass, Pie Jesu, Angels Ever Bright and Fair, and De Profundis, with floral tributes from Courier-Citizen staff and local families. Interment followed at the Catholic cemetery.
Daniel Walker aged 67 insurance agent died March 2 at 61 Burtt Street in this city. Madella E Varnum aged 40 died March 1 with funeral Sunday at 15 Coral Street home of her mother. Mary Corey died March 2 at Coreporation Hospital leaving two sisters Mrs Dennis Corcoran and Mrs Michael Kelty.
Social notes report a ninth birthday surprise at Mrs. Frank Mansur's home on Fifth Street with games, readings by Clara Gilman, piano by Mabelle Mansur, varied refreshments, and best wishes for the young hostess.
In Hadley Police Court today Michael Golden and Rodney Morrison faced drunkenness charges with fines of 3 and 5 dollars respectively. Charles Jellison received probation. Edward Cullen and Hugh Casey saw continued or extended terms, with Cullen and Mary Sullivan given March 6 and four months jail respectively. Edward Cullen larceny continued to March 6, assault case John Smith held with 500 dollars, keeping liquor fines for Casey and Cuff at 100 each, and Morrison and Brown fined 30 each for disturbance on a public conveyance.
Liquor inspectors visited a store at Bridge and French streets and charged Patrick Donahue with illegally keeping whiskey after seizing 40 bottles.
Members and friends of the association are urged to return all library books this week for recataloguing.
The undersigned expresses sincere thanks to all who offered sympathy in bereavement. Gratitude is especially extended to those who contributed flowers and to neighbors for their unbounded kindness. William R Ward.
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