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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1900
Page
4
Rail service between Lowell and Boston resumes after limited shutdown. Officials report restored schedules, safety checks completed, and no major delays expected as commuters adjust to new timetable.
In the March 12, 1900 issue, the Lowell Daily Courier surveys distant travel trends, politics, and finance. It notes 30,000 eastern visitors to California, debates about Kruger and the Boer conflict, Brookline’s debt and tax values, and political questions surrounding Gen. Wheeler’s resignation. The column critiques leadership, bemused about high living costs, and hints at ongoing colonial and economic issues.
The piece laments sensational weeklies and notes a looming Anglo-French clash before the Paris Exposition. It questions France’s military prospects, critiques urban park power over signage, praises Mayor Hart of Boston for curbing machine politics, and skewers Josiah Quincy. It also questions Crown Princess Stephanie’s marriage prospects amid royalty’s stubborn hold on European monarchies.
The piece defends the bill as a product of the Indianapolis monetary conference and sound finance. It argues inflation is not favored and explains the bill ties currency to gold with government bonds backing. It notes critics exaggerate inflation risk and urges waiting for final passage before judgment.
A fragmentary Chicago News column quotes discuss Kruger’s stance on Transvaal sovereignty and Chinese politics under European pressure. It references Abyssinia, Menelik, and Sanatar Gok tavdders, while critiquing General Corbin’s perceived expediency and the impact of his leadership on South African affairs.
A Saturday stroll in the park describes vivid scenery from Tewksbury to the Oblates College spire. The author notes birds such as a grass sparrow and a bluebird, laments park tree overgrowth, and recalls historic weather anecdotes from Rev. Puddefoot.
A sharp March wind bites through coats as a doctor recalls the cold winter, a Lawrence man walks from the city with only a cent, seeking food in a Dracut sick case. A restaurant counter witness recalls the man’s truthfulness and need. The cats are said to have started out but may regret it.
Amusements note the show lacks plot and character while praising Johnstone Bennett in the title role. The cast includes Charles Hawkins, Tony Williams, Nellis ONeil, and Harry Ladell with an imperial quartet earning encores. The piece sits amid a discussion of German history and the broader program for the Opera House week.
A light hearted farce with Zaza Aunt Rosa Bonne and Cascart features will stage Wednesday evening March 14 at the Opera House. The plot follows Owen Gilligan and Daisy Fynes as it twists into a breach of promise and marriage complications. A grand three night and matinee engagement opens March 15 at Music hall with 20 white and 20 creole artists, elaborate costumes, and the celestial burlesque skit Queen of the Opium Palace. Seats on sale at box office.
Messrs Mack and Dempsey present a strong vaudeville program led by William Ca hill Davies known as The Man from Ireland. The Simon Brothers European musical clowns, George C Martin the hand and digit al manipulator, Wert Williams duo, Helene Ormsbee operatic vocalist, Fajardo the Human Orchestra, and Morrow with Mendia Worma will perform. Matinees daily 2.50 except Monday with 8.15 evening shows.
Leighton Bros begins a citywide clearance sale in Lowell offering bric-a-brac china ware dinner sets silverware and more at wholesale style prices. Every article is marked down regardless of cost and a tea and coffee department is now in stock to encourage housekeepers to buy in quantity.
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