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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1900
Page
4
The Bussion and Maine Railroad operates trains between Lowell and Boston, linking the two cities with frequent service. Routes run along key stations, serving commuters and travelers daily as schedules fluctuate with peak hours.
The Lowell Daily Courier notes Kruger’s claim that the British will not reach Pretoria and suggests the Orange Free State may fall before the British Lion. It questions beet sugar policy rhetoric and previews farming shifts to cotton, subway expansion in Boston, and banks reacting to a refunding act. It comments on South African war effects on New York exporters and hints at urban infrastructure and financial uncertainties.
The passage argues that if she succeeds, she will divert as much business as possible to domestic merchants. It notes uncertainty whether trade will follow the flag, reminding that such shifts do not always occur, citing lessons learned by the country.
The statute fixes the gold dollar at 25.8 grains with 23.22 grains of pure gold and 2.58 grains of alloy. It endorses parity with gold, expands national banking, and imposes tighter supervision. It retires Sherman notes and critiques silver dollars as a weak token currency. The piece notes political shifts after 1890s reform and previews local civic mentions.
A collection of quotes criticizing democracy as preached today and lauding accountability in government. The Boston Advertiser editors note that Tammany Hall’s influence shapes policy and funding, while debates in the House over pension votes reflect concern about log rolling and robbery.
A reader rates famous orators including Veele Dick Thampeen of imitans and places Hubert Hayne of South Carolina and Dante Webeter among the top. He notes hearing Webster and Marne many times and claims Webster surpasses them all.
S. K. Dexter and A. C. Russell of Lowell and their wives tour the United States Canada and Mexico as guests of the Kenyon. They started Jan 30 visiting St Louis Hot Springs El Paso Chihuahua Santa Barbara Los Angeles Cucamonga and more. Dexter notes orange groves near Fresno and discusses the US egg kingpin trade with orders moved to Lowell.
The photograph shows a venerable gentleman at the wrong end of a gun appearing amused as the moment captures him with all his valuables secured away. This twist explains his calm expression amid the perilous scene.
The Frohman company presented Zaza by Belasco and Simon, starring Mabel Howard, to a large, appreciative crowd. Critics praised the acting, especially Miss Howards vivid performance, while noting the story's controversial premise. The program also featured The Russian Spy and Lady Audrey's Secret, with additional vaudeville acts and a strong scenic show.
A garbled report recalls a matinee and evening performances at Sever Theater. It mentions audience attendance and theatergoers engaging with the show, noting a sequence of acts and a portrayal involving a character named Reed. The fragment hints at stage action and reactions from spectators.
Falerdo the Human Orchestra and West and Williams entertain with lively acts and the Unlucky Sisters sketch by Morrow and Medina. George E. Martin dazzles with magic. Matinees at 2.30, evenings 8.15. Next fortnight Primrose and Dockstader join the stage with their renowned minstrel company led by George Primrose and Lew Dockstader among a large roster of performers.
Popular comedian Joseph Hart and wife Carrie De Mar headline a revised edition of The Quiet Mr Gay at Keith's Boston theatre for the week starting March 19. Also on bill are Edwin Milton Boyle with Capt. Impudence, Maxwell and Simpson, J C Medway, Clarice Vance, Leo Cervalto, Spencer Kelly, Little Elsie, Mardo, Dixon and Bowers, Bates, DeBoe, and Daly and Devere. The program includes a motion pictures segment with new views from distant lands.
An acclaimed revival of last season’s musical comedy Geisha opens Monday March 19 at Tremont Theatre Boston. The Daly’s Theatre New York version returns with a star cast including Helen Royton Minnie Ashley Adine Bouvier and William G Stewart supported by a strong chorus and larger orchestra. The engagement lasts two weeks followed by Daly’s Runaway Girl for another fortnight with full production values promised.
The article praises Carl Behr of Heston for his refined zither music and urges readers to attend the vocal event next Sunday. It notes the zither's ancient origins and Behr's skill in producing delightful instrumental tones. Rose seats Friday at Austin's. admission 25 cents.
A. G. Pollard & Co advertises pillow remnants from Wameutta and New Bedford in better cott tones at high market values, but offers mill remnants at 12 1 2 cents a yard and seamless pillow tubing at 15 to 16 1 2 cents a yard. A new lot of remnants and good values has arrived at the basement location.
Renters seek a newly furnished front room with gas heating. Contact details unclear in the fragment, but indicates available accommodation and location in Cambridge.
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