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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1902
Page
5
The text presents an old Middlesex county daily paper description. It notes Owell Daily Courier as the oldest daily, established 1825, operating since 1845, published daily except Sundays and holidays at Courier-Citizen Building Lowell. Delivery by carrier 6 cents a week. Courier-Citizen Company.
Rain yesterday at noon marked the heaviest shower of the day as the procession passed Merrimack Street. Afternoon was showery, night dreary, then a clear dawn bringing a perfect forenoon. Temperatures ranged from 29.75 to 29.78 and readings showed 54, 36, and 42 in the listed figures.
Boston March 18 indicating fair conditions tonight and Wednesday with colder temperatures. A storm of considerable energy remains off the Middle Atlantic coast moving northward, bringing high north to northeast winds today and tonight along the New England coast.
In a March 18, 1902 column from Lowell Daily Courier, the piece argues the Democratic party is demoralized and ineffective, while the Republicans are presented as the party of origination and progress. It critiques anti imperialist stances, ship subsidy debates, and tariff trust issues, forecasting a campaign framed by tariff reform and protection reassessment. The piece asserts Republicans will frame issues and Democrats will oppose, with caution over protecting industries under trusts.
The piece argues Cuba, after the war, may eventually seek annexation as a path to economic and political alignment with the United States. It notes independence is fading, with Cuba seen as a training ground for American fellowship. It also approves the ship subsidy bill, framing it as an American measure to build a strong merchant fleet and counter foreign rivals.
A collage of quips notes Henry staying by his fireside, America winning a cable match, and sailors praised as heroes. It lampoons Boston hospitality, mentions Admiral Schley, Booth Tarkington entering politics, and Oregon college billiard halls, all in a breezy period tone.
The Rev Dr Rainsford argues Sunday saloon openings affect workers and faith, noting a "Free lunch" sign drew laborers away from church steps, while a separate treaty issue questions whether reciprocity treaties belong in the Senate or House. The piece also questions a worker who quits then seeks reinstatement, contending employees have rights but not unlimited rights.
The sentiment is that the Santiago battle controversy is settled for good from the government side. The incoming secretary of the navy will adopt a neutral position on the issue and will not reopen the matter within the department.
The piece notes that at eighty years old Geronimo faced little chance of lasting leadership impact while a tone of relief accompanies Prince Henry’s return home. It reflects on human kinship among princes and paupers across the world.
The Vermont senator again weighs in on Cuba echoing a past controversial speech. He clarifies that he no longer supports complete and immediate annexation and notes his long-standing interest as a Cuba expert.
A historic note attributes the invention of champagne to a monk named Perignon at the abbey of St. Peter in Hautvilliers, France, about 240 years ago.
The piece surveys a wave of strikes over the past year with mill men conceding 10 percent wage increases while operatives push for 10 percent more. It notes Lowell and other cotton centers could follow, and cites editorials praising Governor and public figures while criticizing organized labor for weakening its grip and harming Boston’s coal trade.
Rev. William T. McElveen will not leave Shawmut Congregational church Boston after reading his letter at Sunday service. He declined the unanimous call to Union Park church Chicago, and the Shawmut congregation welcomed his decision with grateful joy as the service drew a full house.
A long column recounts St Patrick Day celebrations with parades and a cemetery hearse mix up from a telegraph error. It notes the electric railway from Lowell to Boston and crowd reactions to visiting Lawrence guards, plus high school girls basketball, river floods tied to deforestation, and a St John's parish hall event with performances and logistics.
In Middlesex County Tewksbury Miss Alice Sears led a Y P S C E meeting. Rev J H Yeoman gave his fifth citizen talk on education. The Ladies Aid of First Congregational meets Wednesday at Miss Richs. Twentieth Century club votes March 19 with annual festival program and organ recital by Mrs Wm H Lee. Dues for next period are due. High School Alumni held a social with Kittredge Orchestra. A public hearing March 18 at 3 30 pm in Town Hall considers Darius Whitheds petition to open a melting and refining plant on Trull Street.
Underwriters say the cleanest and freshest stock, adjusted after a long period, is that of O'Donnell and Gilbride Co. The assessment highlights quality and up-to-date holdings as the firm’s standout asset.
North Chelmsford notes St Johns T A society planned a mock town meeting for next Friday evening but an earlier Sunday event interrupted plans. The fragment indicates tentative scheduling and possible changes.
A promotional piece envisions a coming era of progress and a higher race, urging readers to install gas heaters for cooking baking heating. It extols brighter homes cleaner surroundings and better health with gas from Lowell Gas Light Co. priced at 90 cents per thousand and overall costs from $2.50 to $20.
The Lowell Orchestral Society announces a benefit recital to aid the Humane Society, noting protection for those unable to care for themselves. Soloist Miss Gertrude Miller of Boston will perform, with tickets available at Austin's music store starting Friday morning.
Sir Richard Temple former Bombay governor and Indian official dies aged 78. Dr George William Warren Columbia University music professor dies of apoplexy, born Albany 1828, educated Racine and a sacred music composer. descended from Mayflower passenger Richard Warren. Also note upholstery department values at O'Donnell Gilbride Co and list of Prince of Wales titles.
Notice warns that all parties should beware of claims of buying out the late John McAskie's awning business. Spencer & Co. identify as McAskie successors and continue awning work tied to their sign painting operations at 29 Jewel Place.
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