08 Mar 1899
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1899
Page
1
A poem by John White Chadwick appears in the Brooklyn Eagle. It urges Black readers to claim their own rights and fight for dignity while critiquing white allies who fail to act. The piece references historical figures and battles, urging self empowerment and endurance amid prejudice.
A quick survey of regional notes highlights pacifist sentiment in Boston, a dry dock vote in Dracut, and stir over Daughters of the Revolution quarrels. It mentions a new incorporation in West Virginia, and fond references to the American navy with Dewey at the helm and Sampsonian ships.
A humorous jumble features a door scene with a sailor lamp and a quip about living on water for three months. In another vignette a Yonkers hostess questions condensed milk buying while a Detroit Free Press blurb highlights a theater exchange. The humor hinges on playful misunderstandings and clever banter.
Report from Victoria, B C dated March 8 describes a central China uprising where imperial forces were routed in January, thousands killed and mutilated, bodies cast into rivers, and rebel waves sacking Kuyang and Meng Sheng with brutal massacres. Towns burned and famine feared as crops remain unharvested.
A four-and-a-half story stone block on Charlestown street in Boston was destroyed by fire this morning. The blaze began in a mattress factory housing about a dozen firms. Loss estimated at 75000 dollars, with a heavy wind menacing nearby properties and a general alarm sounding.
Pekin reports on March 8 state that the Italian minister condemns the Chinese foreign office action as an insult to Italy over a request for a coaling station at San Mun bay. A rupture of diplomatic relations looms as a probable outcome.
Helena March 8 Governor Smith vetoed the last Legislature’s bill legalizing boxing. State law will ban boxings as a result, with contests forbidden under the new enforcement.
The U S gunboat Marietta arrived at the area with news of quiet conditions up to three days ago and rumors of interior political troubles. Detroit has orders to return to Bluefields forthwith. News from Bocas del Toro confirms General Reyes has reached Bluefields after the recent revolution collapse.
The national council of Knights of Columbus gathered in New Haven on March 7 for its annual meeting. Forty three delegates from other states arrived, with the session to resolve proposed amendments affecting associate members and expanding their rights amid vigorous advocacy.
Lincoln March 7 The stubborn Nebraska senatorial contest ends as Judge Monroe L. Hayward of Nebraska City is nominated in the Republican caucus to succeed W. V. Allen the Populist. Ratification of the nomination is expected tomorrow at the joint Legislature session.
Yesterday a fierce blizzard raged forenoon with brief sun breaks and a return to heavy flakes. Winds eased and sun reappeared briefly, then clouds returned and snow continued into evening. Street railway faced hardest impact as the storm persisted.
The snow was not heavy but moist and clung to rails, freezing into a coating that became hard to remove. Suburban lines were hampered for much of the afternoon, with the Tyngsboro line only finally cleared at 10:15 p.m. After snowfall subsided, officials anticipated no further trouble.
The city adopts yea and nay voting for officer elections. Aldermen must be present and answer when their names are called, voting yea or nay or declining to vote. The change ends evasions and ensures every member stands to be counted, heightening municipal election interest.
Police superintendent states that serving sandwiches with drinks on Sunday violates the law and vows to bring all sandwich offenders to court. He notes May 1 looming and cites prior clear guidance from the police board that sandwiches cannot be construed as a meal. The visit to hotels sparked much comment in recent days.
The Merrimack river at Haverhill rises slightly with packed ice at Porter's Island about a mile below Bradford bridge threatening damage. Lowell shows no freshet danger as yet if continued cold prevails, and ice above the falls remains intact.
Ambulance responded at 12.05 to George Lane's residence but found him dead upon arrival. The incident was a medical emergency requiring a physician’s immediate attention rather than ambulance care.
This week the Lowell hat factory invites the public to a large show window demonstration of hat manufacture from raw material to finished product. The exhibit aims to reveal the high grade material and skilled workmanship behind $2 and $3 hats and to explain why their hats hold their shape better than competing brands.
Lowell police continue hunting three burglars tied to Officer John Healey’s shooting while receiving emotional backing from readers and a $50 theft restitution. Supt. Davis cites numerous tips, but warns against newsroom interference as investigations proceed. Healey’s condition improves as doctors locate bullets in his leg and shoulder.
Several defendants faced commitment in the police and superior courts. Daniel Linehan was found guilty of assaulting his sister Kate Linehan and sentenced to jail for three months and to keep the peace for six months, with an appeal pending. Others, including six drunks, Glifford Barry, and George Dowd, received terms ranging from two months in the workhouse to $1 fines, and Dowd held for the superior court.
Superintendent Whitcomb informs parents that children may enter primary schools in April under the triannual start rule. Vaccination is required before beginning work, with the Easter break approaching when many pupils may be sent home if noncompliant. Afternoon sessions began today at 2 oclock as teachers attend a Women’s Club birds talk without shortening hours.
A storm forced the postponement of the board of health meeting scheduled for Tuesday afternoon at 4 15. John F Murphy Mitchell C True Francis P Rivet and others with matters to present were in attendance.
J B Cover the grain merchant is reported much improved by his physician Dr Chadbourne who says he may confront his alleged assailants within the week. Dowd and Logue remain prisoners at the Lowell jail. Complaints of snowballing are being received by the police. A crowd near Chambers street has pelted "the beautiful" prompting Lieut Webster to warn parents that warrants will be sworn out if the practice continues.
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla for outer vitality and internal health. Testimonials from Mrs. Joe Martin and J. B. Emerton claim relief from catarrh and dyspepsia linked to liver and kidney issues. Hood's Pills are described as non irritating and compatible with the tonic.
The Tremont and Suffolk tax case reconvened with Sheldon on cross examination. He defends the 10 percent valuation and model mill labor savings claim while Qua challenges the basis and aging of machinery. Additional funeral notices follow, including Govostes, Hagan, Kearnes with detailed tributes and pallbearers.
John W. Stickney of Plymouth Vermont died aged 82 yesterday morning leaving eight sons and two daughters and a family with prominent members in politics business and society. Surviving relatives include Rollin W. Stickney and W. W. Stickney former Vermont House speaker. Thomas Lyons died at 51 Pleasant Street aged 27 as a member of Court General Shields F of A. a delegation will attend the funeral leaving a wife.
The funeral services for Eliza Walker were held yesterday at her Fairmount street home with Rev L C Manchester and burial at Edson cemetery under Carrier. Sydney Davis had his funeral at his Branch street home with Rev C E Fisher and burial at Lowell cemetery under Currier. George B Durant’s funeral was conducted yesterday at his North Chelmsford residence.
Patrick McCarty receives a pension increase from six to eight dollars per month. The Young Women's Hospital Guild will meet at 2.30 tomorrow afternoon with Miss Saunders at 168 Stackpole street. Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Titus host guests for Mr. Charles Collier of Lynn. Mrs. Frederick T. Greenhage and Miss Mary Nesmith plan a Bermuda trip next week. Mrs. Katie Martin and son Abbott sail for Europe. Lawrence Manufacturing to build a house for Agent Nourse on Hills lot at Fairmount and Mansur. Nickerson to occupy Talbot house at Park Garden. Dr. Stowell reportedly bought the Carolin estate on Fairmount street from Luke B Heery. Rev. Chas. S. Hutchinson of Chelsea to preach at St. Anne's Church at 7.30 tonight. Prof. Charles H. Glidden joins DeWolf company as trick harmonica soloist and ventriloquist next month. James T. Ferguson, ex-Far River, to supervise Boott cotton mills starting March 20 after four years with a Berkeley, R. I. cotton manufactory.
In this city on March 7 at the homes of their relatives three residents died Ann McKeon aged 49 of 447 Riverside street Patrick son of Ann McKeon Johanna Herlerhey aged died at 276 Adams street March 7 and Thomas Lyons aged 27 of No 51 Pleasant street all names and ages given with residence details
Birth notice reports Mr and Mrs William Merritt welcomed a son on March 7. The item references a slurring allusion from a Cleveland Plain Dealer quote about shooting at generals, noting it as context. The notice preserves names and date with concise reporting.
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