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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1900
Page
1
Remarks note a Groton Unitarian pastor described as Young for 77 years cited with humor. The passage comments on aging clergy and playful praise within a local religious context. It also references broader topics from politics to city life and a notable pension for General Lawton's widow.
A steamship now features a complete onboard laundry for both ship and passenger use. The facility can process up to 7000 linen items daily, a shift from the common practice of saving soiled towels and linens until port calls.
Newly elected Dracut selectmen planned a meeting to organize and appoint town officers but postponed when George Canney was absent. Democrats will lead the board with two seats. Two liquor licenses are to be granted and several applicants are expected, including Thomas Scully, a vocal critic of the police system once called the "Richard Croker" of Dracut.
At a Textile council meeting last night the organizing committee was instructed to take measures to bolster the Woolen Weavers union where interest has declined significantly. A proposal to consolidate all New England textile unions was discussed but no action was taken.
The lathers met last night with about percent present. Four applications were received and the meeting adjourned until next Wednesday when officers will be elected.
Inquiries at city hall show Middlesex club members or Civic League women taking interest in municipal affairs. The city charter attracts careful study and officials welcome suggested interpretations from these women.
This morning's brief Hadley police court hearing dealt with three drunks. Patrick Cryan Mary A Moran and Joseph Murphy were placed under the care of Probation Officer Slattery. Stephen F. Greene paid a fine.
The queen arrived at Paddington at noon and rode with cavalry to Buckingham Palace amid jubilant crowds. Some 50,000 people lined the streets in a scene rivaling Jubilee day as cheers honored the monarch and British victories. The royal party wore black while the queen showed good health.
The Chinese consul, backed by six companies, protests the board of health and police quarantining Chinatown after a suspected bubonic plague case. He says the man died from a common ailment post operation and threatens treaty protection. The city health board pledges strict enforcement of the quarantine.
In Santo Domingo on March 8 the government reports a fledgling opposition movement. Several arrests precede a cabinet shakeup. General Pepin, ex governor of Santiago Los Caballeros, has rebelled and troops move against him. A state of siege suspends constitutional guarantees in the southwest.
General Wheeler favors a territorial government for the Philippines with lawmaking power under the territorial system. He predicts vast trade opportunities and an era of unprecedented prosperity for the United States on the verge of a new era.
The theatre Francais in Paris burned down this morning near the Palais Royal. A renowned venue since 1872 it had been renovated recently. The Dorle vestibule and foyer housed statues and paintings of famous actors and actresses.
A Moltone dispatch reports the British occupied unopposed last night. General Roberts telegraphs the capture of a Krupp gun and several tents and wagons. General Clements has occupied Norval's Pont amplifying a swift advance in the field.
London dispatch reports an army order announcing the queen will have Shamrocks worn by the Irish regiments in future each March 1 to honor gallantry shown in recent battles in the South Asea.
Reported case involving G. W. Perkins Jr. at Yale is described as doing fairly well. University officials reassure students in New Haven Conn that the outbreak has been contained and inconvenience from vaccination concerns is being addressed.
A garbled March notice describes a fatal incident on a rain slick track where four men were involved. It mentions a person named Peery and Caeth Hin, with unclear actions and outcomes amid the wet conditions.
Report describes a man seen unclothed in Swampscott at about five, possibly the same person later found dead and mangled on the Salem Swampscott railroad. The victim, about 25, was well dressed. identification tied to John Creedon, 18, of Salem. Creedon had visited Lynn with companions, vanished outside a Swampscott house, body scattered along over a mile of track. Creedon’s family details noted.
The Crane Riley breach of promise suit, where Miss Rose Crane won $8000 against P J Riley, was not called in court as briefs were not ready or a settlement was to be effected. Rumor says Crane accepted $4000 in full settlement, then left for the Provinces after a Lowell visit, though the lawyers deny details.
The Simpson case hearings opened before Master Theodore C. Hurd at the court house this morning. Wm H Bent represented W Simpson and continued this afternoon. F N Wier will argue for the opposite side tomorrow.
A Wednesday evening whist event at Highland hall drew many players. Prizes included collar and cuff boxes and smoking set for men and a sardiniere, cracker jar, stationery, and a vase for women. Winners: Ladies first Mrs Charlese Robinson. gentlemen first F I Hadley. Committee listed.
Fire marshal aide Mr. Scott visited the boarding house block of Mrs. W. C. Soule at Cabot and Merrimack streets in Lowell yesterday. He inspected the premises and learned the facts before returning to Boston to report to his chief. He is expected to return in a day or two to continue the work.
Fourteen operatives in the buffing department of the American Hide and Leather company went on strike Wednesday morning over alleged wage cuts and returned this morning after reaching an agreement with management.
Last Sunday Rev. David L. Martin was unanimously chosen pastor of the M E church for another year. At the Christian Endeavor entertainment last evening about 15 were present. Over seven pictures of birds painted in natural colors and their description on cardboard have been sent to the public library by the Women’s Recreation association of Boston. They will remain in the library for about three weeks.
An OCR fragment touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure all for scrofulous murmurs and other conditions, promising certainty and permanent improvement when others fail, urging readers to use Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills as thoroughly tested remedies.
Rev Joshua Young completed 25 years as pastor of First Parish Unitarian in Groton. Ex Gov Geo Boutwell praised his kindness and leadership. Young noted the church as town history and form of patriotism, recalling members and long-held ideals.
An aged orator extols Dr. Young at the 145 year old church's anniversary. Ex-Gov Boutwell presided. several Boston and Groton ministers gave remarks. A luncheon followed, with families of the pastor and local officials among the attendees.
The article reviews Dr. Young's influence in Groton, noting his liberal ministry and the town's shift toward broader religious ideas. Speakers praise his work at Groton school and Lawrence academy, with Rev. Sherrard Billings, Rev. Geo H Batchelor, and others lauding his impact. It traces Young's life from Bangor to Hanover Street and his long pastorate amid changing church relations.
Ward Three Republicans at Highland hall heard Councilman F E Saunders discuss municipal government and tax policy. He attacked past council actions, urged charter reform, limit salaries, and questioned education spending amid calls for a public works board and changed department heads.
A Courier interview with a physician treating Greek residents reports more than fifty grip cases in Lowell. The doctor attributes the outbreak to recent unsettled weather, noting daily calls for treatment despite only mild cold.
The M Steinert Sons Co ad highlights forty years of leadership in retail music in New England. It argues that qualified men succeed in their field and credits Messrs Steinert with natural talents and years of experience in music retail.
An alarm from box 538 reported a slight fire in a William Street house owned by the John McBride estate. The fire was small and the F C Church held the insurance.
The semi annual meeting of the Y P C B of the Eilot church convened with Grace Hibard serving as president, with the secretary and Sykes as treasurer reelected to their posts.
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