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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1900
Page
1
In this Baltimore American item a speaker muses on a plain prim coat model, wondering if it hides form or warmth. The piece pokes gentle fun at the coat’s appearance and its price, noting that wearers may resemble cigars in silhouette while the wrapper hints little about the filler.
The Boston Journal critiques pastors and public figures while noting political tensions in Kentucky and Republican figures like Frank Jones. The piece ridicules Lent era amusements and quips about March’s resurgence, closing with a sardonic chorus on pious diversions and society antics.
A deadly blaze in an Italian tenement in Newark on March 12 killed fifteen people, mostly children, as flames turned the former church into a fire trap. Thirteen bodies were recovered. the fire was ruled incendiary with Vito Credavo detained after a witness linked him to the blaze.
The March term of the superior civil court opened with prayer by Rev Bowley Greene. A long list of jurors was called and two excused for cause. With 68 cases on the trial list none ready, Judge Stevens adjourned the court for one week and jurors were excused until Monday morning. The court stayed in session until noon handling minor matters.
Edward P Bliss of Mohair Plush Co advocates relinquishing Lowell's upper free landing to build a new spinning plant. He says last year Rep Ames blocked action, and warns the company may relocate to North Chelmsford, Lawrence, or Maine if the free landing bill delays until the December city election.
Lord Mayor Newton orders that the Irish flag be raised over Mansion House on St Patrick’s Day to honor Irish troops in South Africa. Roberts reports unopposed march with officers killed and Lieuts Parsons Coddrington Berkeley Lloyd Arm Raleigh wounded. Roberts fast progress toward Bloemfontein with 25 miles remaining and Boers near Bethulie bridge under Gatacre.
Anna Parnell objects to the monarch's stance allowing Irish soldiers to wear shamrock caps on St Patrick's Day calling it an insult to the shamrock and urging drastic action. William Redmond M P. protests against a welcome address to the Queen and threatens to resign if the address is delivered.
An early morning accident near Nesmith and East Merrimack streets was narrowly averted when a city car stopped inches from W. H. Clark's milk wagon from North Tewksbury. The horse and wagon wavered as doors remained closed and both drivers reacted quickly.
John McTighe, named as an alleged Lowell swindler, was arrested in Cambridge Saturday night and bailed to face larceny charges in Lowell. He sought a continuance to March 21, the date set for Charlee D Arcy’s similar case. Eight drunks were dealt with. three released, four fined nine dollars, Fanny Duffy jailed three months. Corinne Trombiey fined for assault, Barah P Clough, Victoria Reais liquor offense, Alexander Dupont bastardy to Superior Court. James Ogg Allen and May Hasty continued to April 2.
Patrick McDermott from Boston sought work in Lowell and found a job at the Norris Livery stable in Warren Street. After reporting a cold and morphine related stupor, he collapsed at his boarding house in Hamilton, was rushed to the city farm, and remained unconscious by 1 p.m. Doctors suspected alcohol and morphine effects. authorities later learned his name and that he had been drinking on Sunday. Relatives in Boston are unknown.
Funeral services for Mr Newell B. Parker were held Sunday afternoon at his home in the village. A large crowd of relatives, friends, and neighbors attended to pay last respects. Rev. Granville Pierce of Chelmsford and Rev. A. R. Macdougal officiated. Mr Parker was praised for his genial disposition and upright character. Arthur M. Warren, Mrs. Jeane H. Knight, and Edward B. Emerson of Chelmsford sang two selections. floral tributes were numerous.
An advertisement urges readers to avoid deriding others infirmities and promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for scrofula salt rheum humors catarrh dyspepsia and rheumation. It claims four bottles purify blood and clear pimples, citing W H Maltine of Steubenville Ohio as a testimonial.
Mary Emma Cook, a North Chelmsford girl, remains missing since Feb 11. Police continue efforts, with Humane Society Agent Richardson pursuing every clue. Rumors of sightings in Lowell and marriage in Boston circulate, but no firm proof. The missing dancer was close to her mother and had told her sister of plans to go on the stage.
Mrs Sarah McCaffrey of 1 Bartlett Street is poised to receive a fortune after an accidental discovery revealed the money was intended for her. Francie McKenna, her brother in law, left Ireland in 1844 for New York and later joined California gold seekers before dying in Bonoray California two years ago, leaving a fortune with few heirs. The attorney general sought to place the sum in the state treasury, but Mrs McCaffrey, with Lawyer Parley, moved to confiscate the funds for her claim, and on February 2 the state is to deliver the money to her.
Hon John Welch a Civil War veteran and longtime Lowell figure collapses and dies in Thomas H Kellys Middlesex street store while entering for a trip book. Born 1849 in Ireland he enlisted at age 12 and served in major battles through Appomattox. He later became alderman, state senator, and city hall commissioner, a Democrat known for wit and public service. He leaves a wife, an adopted daughter, three brothers, two sisters, and local honors for his civic work.
Consul Emma Meee Booth Tucker, daughter of Salvation Army founder Gen. Booth, will speak to a Lowell audience soon. She is expected to visit to share Army aims and inspire supporters.
The Training Home can house 300 cadets and officers. In 1887 the consul wed Commander Booth-Tucker and they served in India until January 1896. The woman, famed for her speaking, is expected to attract many in Lowell during her visit.
Lowell council hosts final winter meeting and entertainment of the Royal Arcanum with Grand Regent F A Dickinson and officers attending. Initiations planned, musical and literary program by local groups, tickets available at Daily Sun office, date set for March 15 at Odd Fellows building Middlesex street. For men only.
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