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Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1902

Page

3

Special Jury Called In Blondin Case

Sheriff Fairbairn of Middlesex County issued a summons for a special grand jury session next Monday in Cambridge to consider the Blondin case. Government ties hinge on Judge Gray's Commonwealth vs. Costley decision. Evidence about murder location is contested by the Cheneys and the Commonwealth.

Fairbairn Middlesex County Blondin Cambridge Gray Commonwealth Costley Massachusetts Julia Hawkes Sudbury River Boston Cheneys Urain Chelmsford Messrs. Green and Bruce Mr. Greene State House Messrs. Greene Bruce East Cambridge

Miss Alice Roosevelt will not attend royal coronation

Washington March 7 Miss Alice Roosevelt daughter of the President will not go to the coronation of King Edward VII. Officials say the decision stems from impracticality of traveling as a private American girl in the Reid household and concerns over her status at royal functions.

Washington Alice Rioosevelt Edward VII White House Roosevelt Reid London Miss Roosevelt Germany America

Giant merger eyed of three Rhode Island utilities

Providence March 7 large combinations of commercial interests unfold with United Preation capital 8,400,000 Providence Gas 5,000,000 Narragansett Electric 2,750,000 all to merge into a single guaranteed holding company to oversee the three concerns an act to authorize this guaranteed firm expected to reach the Legislature within days

Providence R. I United Preation Providence Gas Narragansett Electric

Priest Captured Near Jehol By Bandit Forces

Pekin reports bandit soldiery captured a priest at Jehol about 100 miles northeast of Pekin. Both the ape and Russians seek troops for a rescue, but because Jehol is a rich gold mining district the court orders General Mal-Uk-Wan to proceed quickly to view the prisoner and deter foreign intervention.

Pekin Jehol Gengral Mal-Uk-Wan

Increase in Imports and Exports Reported by Board of Trade

The London Board of Trade reports February shows imports rose by 1,977,200 pounds and exports by 274,800 pounds. Imports of unwrought iron from the United States in February increased by 250,000 pounds compared with January.

London Board of Trade United States

Passenger shot by own pistol on steamer Governor Dingrey

Boston March 7 A passenger naming himself Henry Miller of 84 Appleton street was accidentally shot on docking when his revolver struck the floor and discharged. He suffered a severe ankle wound from the bullet.

Boston Portland Steamship Company Governor Dingrey Henry Miller Appleton Street

Ada Rehan May Retire From the Stage

New York reports Ada Rehan has retired from the stage for all time in the view of close friends after sailing to England. She has not appeared this season amid rumors of a possible return and now enjoys leisure with good health, while continuing income from Daly's theatre trust and rents.

New York Ada Rehan England Miss Rehan Daly George Edwardes Daly’s Theatre London

Elkes Accepts Paris Race Offer and Departure

New York March 7 Harry D Elkes the middle distance racing cyclist has accepted a Paris race offer and will depart aboard the Kronprinz Wilhelm tomorrow. He will be accompanied by pacemaker Henry Reimer and expects to return to America in early June.

New York Harry D. Elkes Paris Kronprinz- Wilhelm Henry Reimer America

Lord Malcolm of Poltalloch Dies in France

Lord Malcolm of Poltalloch who married Marie Lili an Lister widow of H Gardner Lister died yesterday at Hyees France. Born in 1833 the British nobleman passed away leaving a mark on aristocratic circles.

London Lord Malcom of Poltalloch Marie Lilian Lister H. Gardner Lister Hyees France

Johann Hoff's Extract Promotes Flesh and Health

An advertisement cites physicians praising Johann Hoff's Extract for lean individuals. It claims the remedy increases appetite, aids digestion, and helps regain weight, with case notes of a 25 year old woman rising from 97 to 125 pounds and a man recovering from pneumonia in six weeks. Sole agents Eisner & Mendelson Co. of New York promote the product and warn against cheaper substitutes.

Johann Hoff L. O C. J Medical Journal J. J. Coleman F. I F.C.S Philosophical Society of Glasgow Eisner & Mendelson CO New York

Way Down East charms crowds at Opera House

The Opera house drew crowded houses for Way Down East by Parker and Grismer with Lottie Blair Parker and Joseph Grismer. Flora Fairchild as Anna Moore with Scott Cooper as Squire Bartlett led a strong cast. the show repeats today, with good scenery and a celebrated snow storm scene drawing praise. Glen MacDonough’s new piece on Molly Pitcher, starring Kathryn Kidder, heads to New York after the local engagement, with a large noted cast listed for the city run.

Lottie Blair Parker Joseph R. Grismer Opera Hi Holler Puck Anna William A. Brady Flora Fairchild Anna Moore Miss LaPierre Scott Cooper Squire Bartlett Marion Lester Virginia Westbrook Kate Molly Pitsher George Washington Monmouth Molly T Pen Glen MacDonough Opera House Kathryn Kidder

Shakespearian Theatrical Draw At Opera House Recalls Bennington War

Historical romance dominates the new century stage with Toll Gate Inn at the Opera House on March 11 and 12. Scenic accuracy and strong company led by William Beach promise a vivid Bennington era drama about Revolutionary days interwoven with romance. Quin cy Adams Sawyer then takes the stage March 13, billed as a rural New England melodrama praised for its moving, heartfelt impact and difficulty to analyze beyond its sheer charm.

Toll Gate Inn Opera House Bennington Quincy Adams Sawyer New England

Weber's Parisian Widows At Music Hall Next Week

A week of grand amusements at Music Hall with Weber's Parisian Widows and Dainty Duchess following a hit show last season. Burlesque Encampment at West Point features sensational acts, glamorous costumes, elaborate scenery, and a large vaudeville lineup led by Mildred Murray and the Navy trio Snyder and Buckley. Matinees start Tuesday with best seats for ladies at 10 cents on all days except Saturday.

Music Hall Dempsey Weber West Point Mildred Murray Navy Atros Snyder Buckley Jordan Welch Garrity Chas Falk Charles Lillian Nelson Milledge

Lowell Gas Light Co Sells Second Hand Ranges At Low Prices

The Lowell Gas Light Company advertises a sale of second hand gas ranges. Some units are as good as new and offered at very low prices to attract buyers.

Prince Henry of Prussia Ends U S Tour in New York

Prince Henry of Prussia completed his nine day U S tour visiting Albany West Point and major cities. He praised American hospitality and noted the vastness of the United States while expressing gratitude for warm welcomes. He attended a review at West Point and dined at the University Club and Arion, ending the night with a German kommers and farewell cheers.

New York Prince Henry of Prussia Philadelphia von Muller Capt. von Mueller United States East St. Louis South Middle West Albany Hudson River United States Military Academy West Point Col. Mills Academy Knox Battery Memorial Hall Herr Weehawken Buenz Geissler Titus Sega Prince Waldorf-Astoria Hohenzollern Prince Henry University Club 5Th Avenue Nelson A. Miles Henry E. Howland Howland Hewland Arion Club Karl Beck Dr. Beck Germany Arion

Discovery of Campbell's Milk Food Wins Paris Medal

Dr Joseph H Campbell earns a Paris Exposition gold medal for Campbell's Milk Food a pure milk based product claimed to supply all essential elements for growth digestion and strength without drugs or chemicals. The ad touts easy digestion by invalids and higher concentration of body rebuilding nutrients than rival preparations with agents Gawger Crystal Blue Co Boston agents present.

Joseph H. Campbell Campbell

La Grippe Quickly Cured by Chamberlain's Cough Remedy

F L Hewitt of Winfield Illinois describes a severe winter 1898 1899 grippe attack cured by two bottles of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy It ended coughing and grippes effects and he has not suffered since The remedy is promoted as reliable for breaking up severe colds warding off pneumonia and easy to take with broad druggist availability.

F. L. Hewitt Winfield, Ill Chamberlain Grippe

Resignation Accepted at John Street Church

The John Street Church and Society voted to accept Rev George H Johnsons resignation effective March 31 with deep regret. A council of dismissal was to be arranged and Johnson may continue pulpit duties in the city if the council votes to dismiss.

John Street George H. Johnson Johnson

Roscoe Greene Bachelder Dies Suddenly at 69

Roscoe Greene Bachelder aged 69 died suddenly yesterday forenoon at his home 176 Cross street. Born in Litchfield Missouri in August 1832 he was son of Asa and Rachel Bachelder and brother to several relatives. Funeral services will be held at 2 o clock Sunday afternoon at 176 Cross street.

Roscoe Greene Bachelder Cross. Street Mr. Bachelder Litchfield Asa Rachel Bachelder J. B. Fieldine Abram Augustine Bachelder J. E. Conant Cross Street

James Morris 78 Passes Away in Lowell Residence

James Morris aged 78 from Lowell for fifty five years died Friday noon March 7 at his daughter Mrs Peter T Corcorans home 336 High street He was a devout member of Immaculate Conception church and a charter member of the L I B society He is survived by a daughter Mrs Peter T Corcoran

James Morris Lowell Peter T. Corcoran High Street Immaculate Conception Church L. I. B. Society

Funeral for Hulde Pihl Held at 2 PM

The funeral for Hulde Pihl was held yesterday at 2 o'clock from 27 Cosgrove Street. Rev. ir. Ackerman officiated with a quartet singing. Bearers were Otto Carl, Ernest and Martin Pihl. Burial occurred at Edson Cemetery, handled by Undertakers Young & Co. Floral tributes included spray roses, tulips, carnations, tea roses, anchor and star motifs, wreaths, and other arrangements from Moon, Dahlstroms, Haynes, Chadwick, Thomasson, C G Pihl, Lundberg, Borgs, J C Pihl, Monson family, V Pihl, and Frederick Pihl.

Hulde Pihl Cosgrove Street Ir. Ackerman Otto Carl Ernest Martin Pihl Edson Cemetery Young & Co Moon Dahlstrom C. H. Chadwick Thomasson C. G. Pihl Alex. Lundberg Ivar Borg Thomas 9. Borg J. C. Pihl F Monson V. Pihl Crescent Frederick Pihl

Obituaries Notice for Five Local Residents

In this city, March 7, at various homes, five infants and adults are named including Joseph Henry Gagnon aged 2 months 26 days and Walter P. Kelliher aged 11 months both died at parental homes. James Morris and Lauren F. Haskell are listed with residence details. The deceased were Pelham residents with one survivor Mrs Rose Corcoran wife of Police Officer Peter Corcoran. Funeral from 22 Campan street at 23 o'clock Sunday afternoon with burial private.

Gagnon Tucker Street Joseph Henry Gagnon Morris High Street James Morris Rose Corcoran Peter Corcoran Kelliher Riverside Street Walter P. Kelliher Haskell Campaw Street Lauren F. Haskell Pelham Campan Street

Mid snow and flowers poem on a loved one laid to rest

A solemn verse describes snow and flowers as emblems of a pure life. Lilies and roses adorn the bier while snow falls from calm skies. A prayerful tone offers healing comfort to grieving hearts as trust guides solace.

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Courier-Citizen Company Sheriff Fairbairn U.S Nelson W. Aldrich Union Traction Company Marsden J. Perry Narragansett Electric Lighting Company Ma’frs Intervale Mills Quinebaug, Conn North Pekin The London Board of Trade Elkes Lord Malcolm Johann Hoffs the Theatres Corlol Madame Sans Gene Lester Lonergan Olive Oliver Jean Chamblin Ethelwyn Hoyt Marion Ashworth T. C. Hamilton Orr Lowell Gas Light Co Campbell's Mills Mass Gawger Crystal Blue Co Broad Street la Grippe Geo. H. Wood Central Street George H M. E.R Horace Ela Hord Street Telephone 580 Orrick Frank K Merson Lawrence, Mass Snyder Bros sahQaea Dentists Merrimack Street
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