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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1900
Page
1
Poetic reflection urging time to slow and allow a return to childhood joy. The author warns against rush for wealth, desires a simple year filled with innocence, faith, and gratitude as the new century begins in February 1900.
A murky collage of phrases mentions Maud Gonner’s reluctance, J C Ayer bulletins on a Boston Lowell line, patriotic blue on white, a pugilist’s freelanging view, fashionable hats, a social Labor party sowing circle, and Mic Hard’s shorthand school promising year‑round courses and a decade of teaching experience.
London reports British forces under Gen Buller moving again in South Africa. About twelve thousand troops threaten the Boer position from Helpmaker as fighting begins near Helpma kar. Despatches note Joubert leaving the war office at Pretoria and Kruger returning from Bloemfontein.
In Frankfort Kentucky on March 10 reports say Gov Taylor has ordered all guards who recognize him as governor to come to the state capital immediately. Secretary Powers, Capt. Davis and two warrants-identified suspects remain at large as soldiers guard the executive building and deny access to police searching for them.
Three Alberta Bay Indians will be tried for their lives for cannibalism after a Potlatch tragedy last month. The ritual dance involved two young men and a young woman naked by a fire as others bit and ate portions of their arms and legs.
A well dressed young man surrendered at a Jersey City station claiming to be Robert J. Graham, 27, of Toronto. He had embezzled $2000 from L. Coffee & Co. grain dealers in Toronto and spent the money in six weeks in the Tenderloin district.
Four major Penobscot ice plants have been acquired by the American Ice Co of New York. The purchase includes KE. & J. K. Stetson, Orrington Ice Co, PD. Sargent & Sons, and the Arctic Ice Co. The aggregate price is reported as 111,000 dollars.
In Louisville Ky on March 10 Judge Fields declared the circuit court lacks jurisdiction to decide the governorship contest. He held the constitution vests in the Legislature the power to determine contests for office.
Washington March 16 The House agreed to take up the bill providing a territorial form of government for Hawaii on Tuesday April 2 with a final vote Thursday April 5 at 4 o clock The measure moves forward after approval by committee and signals a step in Hawaii statehood planning.
In Winnipeg Manitoba on March 10 a controversial group identified as Gretna Mentonies and Boererm patriots attempted to burn Queen Victoria in effigy. A man named Hughehmen arrived with rifles and threatened to fire on the crowd, prompting a tense confrontation and police involvement.
A loyal crowd watched an effigy burn before dispersing as Mennonites warned they might drive the English-speaking residents from Altona.
American Clay Mfg Co known as the sewer pipe trust has been refused a certificate of incorporation by Ohio Secretary Kinney. The secretary cites Ohio anti trust law violations in the articles. Columbus date March 10.
NO COMPROMISE Concord New Hampshire granite cutters vote to refuse a minimum rate of 34 cents an hour and an eight hour day as mentioned in Concord on March 10.
Boston March 10 The directors of Blackstone National bank voted to liquidate the bank's affairs through the Shoe and Leather National bank in a strategic move to wind up operations and transfer assets.
Medford March 10 Representative Nicholas B Keyou died today from erysipelas at age 62. His wife is critically ill with the same disease, authorities said.
Honolulu reports four new bubonic plague cases since March 2, indicating a continuing outbreak. Health officials monitor contacts and urge vigilance as the city tracks the spread and implements precautions.
The Police Gazette sporting annual has been published by Richard K. Fox of New York detailing records of notable pugilists. A boxing bill before lawmakers could bring major changes, recalling the Gladstone club era and its downfall due to mismanaged bouts. Tom Scully remains active in boxing, nicknamed the Croker of Dracut after recent elections. Albee Allard signs to play with Hudson next season for P A C, salary expected, and the club plans to pay players.
Lewis K. Wright, once an 18 year old office boy who confessed to setting the Ames building fire in Lincoln street, died at the State farm in Bridgewater. He was sentenced in 1888 after pleading insanity and spent time at Westboro hospital before transfer to the state farm. Wright also admitted to other arsons and was linked to extensive property losses totaling about 5 million dollars.
In Clinton, Thomas Mitchell aged MM fell from a loaded wagon onto a picket fence and injuries to the eye and brain proved fatal. In Andover, the body of Malachi Clinton was found in the Bhaweheen river identified by a son. Clinton a Civil War veteran from Hallanivale survived by a wife a daughter and three sons.
Luther Hatterfield of Washington commandery appropriated a draft to cover life insurance death benefits for three deceased members. The total amount due from the policy is noted but not fully disclosed in available text.
Complete line of Catholic and Episcopal bibles testaments hymnals rosaries and holy week books plus devotionals. Also offered are books of various religions and devotional character priced to sell. Order Thomas H Lawler bookseller 9 Merromeck 15 and 11 John streets Teiepheone 7a0.2.
Professor John M Tyler urged a nature based approach in a high school talk on The Teacher's Problem. He critiqued old parsing heavy methods and urged lighted rooms, living study of animals, and learning through observation to develop character, independence, and courage in students. He warned against overemphasis on mathematics and stressed teacher personality as key to influence.
The Massachusetts Mohair Plush Cricket Club met Friday evening outlining season rules. Eight new members and ten new honorary members joined. Net receipts reported as 120.14 dollars. Chelmefort street grounds improved last fall with trees felled and leveling. A grounds committee of Joseph Harrison, David Hird and Asa Stirks was named. An extra 5 dollar prize was approved for the best fielding game. Batting prize eligibility set at 22 games and bowling prize requires at least 2 wickets. Outlook favors Lowell to win the league title. plans for strong summer signings.
A Western Union system allowing four messages on one wire near simultaneously was tested between Joplin and Kansas City but failed. Investigators blame a large undulating sine deposit along that region. The report hints at mining prospects in Missouri and Kansas and notes weather ads for mining ventures.
In police court Charles D Arcy charged with larceny of five dollars from John Dennis asked for a delay to March 21 which was granted with bail unchanged. James Mone pled guilty to drunkenness and despite promises of reform the case was continued five days with Probation Officer Slattery to take charge. James T Murphy said he was a peddler and not a charity recipient and the case postponed until Monday. John Mead paid a three dollar fine for drunkenness. McCarron and Farley plea law violations continued to March 19 and Moses Wolf assault and battery continued to April 10.
City hall reports two conflicting forecasts on Huntington hall completion. Sept Gillow aims for May finish with furnishing totaling about 59000, while earlier estimates ranged from 36000 to 25000 added. Superintendent streets visits, Winchester trip notes rock discovery and road work.
Voters expect a calm town meeting on March 26 with no major surprises. Candidates for town offices emerge mainly in the North amid calls for a new board. Wright and Haskell are active, Perry and Kohlrauech join a strong North lineup to challenge incumbents.
Obituaries list several local deaths with ages and burial details. Alonzo E. Poor aged 75 dies at daughter’s home 217 Liberty street and will be sent to Lynn for funeral Sunday. Daniel Dacey aged 70 dies at 238 Broadway street, among Irish Benevolent Society’s oldest members. Catherine Burroughs widow of Valentine Burroughs dies in Boston aged 76, body brought back for burial by Undertaker O'Donnell. Otis W. Marshall funeral at Middlesex street with Rev George C Wright officiating. burial at Billerica. Undertaker Weinbeck. Frank McQuade funeral at grandmother Rose McQuade's home 275 Fayette street. service at Immaculate Conception church. Undertaker O'Donnell. Olive N Wade funeral at Ferndald street home. Rev S T Ford officiates. bearers listed. Undertaken Young. Burial at Edson cemetery.
In Wolfboro New Hampshire on March 8 Mrs Julia Lord wife of Edwin H Lord formerly of this city died. Funeral services are set for Tuesday afternoon March 13 at one o clock in the Talbot Memorial chapel Lowell cemetery.
Miss Lulu M. Monty has convalesced after three weeks at home due to illness. Mrs. Mary Rose returns to her Walker street residence after winter abroad, able to move only with assistance. The engagement of Roland B. Angell and Edna M. Carter is announced. Ministers' union members heard Rev. A E Wilson discuss Pastoral Visitation. D T Finnegan reports improvement after St Augustine trip. Rev. Thomas Howarth remains ill at Moody street home. B C Merrill remains home ill. Alderman Taylor travels to Chicago and western cities for about a week. Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Glidden and Mrs. Abner S. Adams visit New York for a week. Glidden will proceed to Texas afterward.
Superior court civil term begins at Gorham Street courthouse next Monday with several major cases set. Early docket includes suits for personal injuries against major corporations and ten listed matters such as Chisholm ex'r vs N E Tel Co and Glidden et al vs City of Lowell.
A newspaper item previews an upcoming lecture by Ernest Seton Thompson, noting his biographs of Lobo and Wahb have grown in fame. Readers can expect boyler enthusiasm and humorous allusions, delivering more of his delightful Sanienitien temperament.
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