21 Mar 1896
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1896
Page
1
A hodgepodge of small notes spans politics science culture and crime. Bayard fread nothing while a House resolution moves quietly. X ray techs aid Sandow as flowers of seed grants reach congressmen. Chevalier the London singer stirs New York. Joe the Turk pays ten dollars for street obstruction in Jamaica Plain. Local baseball teams rehearse in the south for spring arms and Bradstreets warns of a weak quarter with no arrests.
Folklore quips from old papers feature a street whistler boast by a office boy, a lawyer tester, and a skating math riddle. A jokey exchange about pockets and a servant’s honesty closes the trio of comic lines from New York Weekly Harper's Round Table and Philadelphia Telegram.
Secretary Lamont helped nominate George P. Decker for Geneseo district collector, strengthening party harmony after a Senate vote Thursday. Decker, a strong Hill supporter who cried at Chicago during Cleveland’s nomination, may boost Lamont’s governor bid this fall if victory seems feasible.
Known in Bangor, Rev Stanley Harvey and his wife, missionaries of the American Av vent society, perished when 10 tons of gunpowder exploded on the British steamer Matadi on March 7. Harvey, 30, son of Den E F Harvey of Parkman and cousin of Dover merchant Wilbur Harvey, graduated from Dr A J Gordons missionary training school in Boston.
The Lawrence license commission dispute over a third member escalated Friday with a meeting attended by four people, removing L. G. Holt the mayor's appointee and James E. Donoghue, along with commissioners Parker and Couch. No business was conducted, signaling a continuing struggle for Donoghue to keep his seat.
The sanctuary interior of the Immaculate Conception church presents a beautiful scene as statues are redecorated in cream and gold. The change is considered a great improvement and is greatly admired and highly praised.
Rev C H Hall will lead the 4 pm gospel meeting tomorrow with the subject Not to be Ministered unto but to Minister. Special singing promised. Evening social at the YWCA. Yellow Meeting House Dracut preaching by Rev Hugh Montgomer Morning subject Preaching Christ Evening topic Three horses red speckled white horse. Hood's Sarsaparilla advertised as spring medicine.
In Jackson Tennessee March 21 a 15 year old boy Henderson son of Joe Benson killed his father and mother and Dr J C Stimson who were dining with them after his father stopped him from running away. The boy confessed. He had been reading dime novel literature.
Nashua March 21 David H Taggart assignee of Granite State Provident association filed a 100000 bond with bondsmen Hon E M Topliff and Walter M Parker of Manchester Taggart appointed Harry T Lord to represent him Secretary Morse and others connected retained while Vice President G Percival Stewart is relieved of his office all moves aim at settling the company's affairs
Chicago March 21 It is now the intention to present the name of Benjamin Harrison at the St Louis convention Indiana delegates have been chosen in a way that may throw them to Harrison if a turn of affairs warrants it The ex president declined to run but Indiana friends may rally around him if circumstances justify it.
Moneyed investors organized the Saluda South Railroad company in Phoenix with a capital of 19.755 million dollars to build an 878 mile railroad from a new point to the Rio Verde canal. They already control the canal and plan to irrigate 250000 acres in the Salt River valley to spur regional development.
H T Tauben eck, chairman of the People's party national committee, returns from Kansas and asserts the party will carry the territories and a majority of southern and western states including Nebraska and the Dakotas, with a chance in Missouri.
Eight American athletes, four from Princeton and four from the Boston Athletic Association, left New York aboard the steamship Fulda for Athens. They will participate in the international games scheduled from April 5 to 15.
Large crowd at Southampton wharf bid farewell to Mr and Mrs Booth Tucker as they departed on the St Louis at 10 o'clock heading to New York to take command of the army in the United States.
London reports the passing of George Anthony Dennison archdeacon of Taunton aged 91. His long service as a church leader ends in death on March 21.
Postmaster Pearson said he has not applied to government for a weather signal system on postmarks. He noted he had not heard of the idea yesterday but considers it feasible.
A concise quotation notes that a well displayed clever advertisement reliably attracts customers, underscoring the value of effective print design in drawing trade.
James Watson of Lowell dies at 77 at 314% Dutton Street after 60 years with Merrimack mills. A former councilman and alderman, he led the People's club as secretary since 1872, rarely missing meetings. He leaves a wife and two daughters, with a strong legacy at Merrimack and civic life. Mrs Emma J Howe, wife of H A Howe of Waltham, dies aged 35 in Lowell. Funeral in Waltham next Monday.
Within twenty four hours of the death of Mrs Laura W Aldrich her husband Hiram J Aldrich also died Her death occurred at 2 o clock Thursday afternoon at her home in East Pine street his Friday morning They leave one son.
Consisting of tans and blacks chiefly low shoes with many high cuts, the season’s samples are offered. Buyers can exchange unsatisfactory pairs for new prices, and while not every size is present, the best sizes are available across various styles. Call early for selection.
Two large mills plan shutdowns next week affecting about 2,600 workers as market conditions and slow orders press the New England fabric trade. The Merrimack mills will close all departments at noon today for a full week, while the Lowell Manufacturing carpet division trims Brussels output and keeps ingrain running.
The Riverside Weybosset Peacedale Wanskuck and other woolen mills around Providence will operate on short time with a four day eight hour schedule. Over production and weak demand for cheap grades drive the change as mills seek to cut hours to match orders.
The March sale at 198 200 Merrimack Street Lowell features forty pieces of black dress fabrics including Mohairs Sicilians and novelties. Keyes and Banford guarantee to refund the difference if a lower price is found on this side of New York. Special prices on all stock for one week starting Monday March 23.
Gumb Brothers importers and manufacturers of granite and marble monuments announce fine Scotch and Swede granite memorials ready for spring trade. They offer new designs to be executed in leading New England granite and invite a visit at their corner Gorham and Anderson streets near Edson cemetery.
Sixteen men appeared in Police court charged with being in a room where gambling implements were found. All pleaded guilty and twelve were fined $15. The others, including Charles Stevens, were fined $20 for prior similar arrests. Stevens’ request for a continuance to next Wednesday was granted. Lawyers Donahue Gate ly and Courtney represented some defendants.
The annual meeting elected Emma J. Robinson as worthy mistress Lizzie Miller as deputy mistress Gracie Robinson as secretary Annie Wylie as chaplain Martha Stewart as treasurer Mary J. Clarke as first conductress Jennie Bell as second conductress George S. Robinson as first lecturer Annie Shanks as second lecturer James F. Robinson and Robert Shaw as advisory board The installation is set for the third Friday in April with the grand deputy in attendance.
Mr. Sylvester Kimball, in charge of the People's Rescue Mission at 369 Bridge Street, appeals for public financial aid to clear a $23.50 debt. Since opening, 181 meetings with 8,419 in attendance. 112 rose for prayers. About 350 pieces of clothing distributed to the poor. He asks for no personal money.
The Butler club held a whist tournament at the residence of Mr and Mrs W A Dickinson on Branch street yesterday to raise a table for the club at the Day Nursery fair. Nearly 20 tables were set up and prizes were awarded to Miss Dolly Underhill Miss May Bagley Miss Halli and Mr Howarth. Dancing followed the games.
On March 21, Lawrence Clancey Roger Donahue and Celina Hammell were sentenced to the state farm for six months while Margaret Ring received six months at the workhouse for drunkenness. Margaret Keefe got one month probation. Roger McCabe faced a horse theft charge from Cook with the case continued a week. Warren Lewis and Charles Shattuck charged with neglect of wife had their cases continued one month.
After a month of inactivity the joint special committee on removing the Locks and Canals company restrictions will meet next Tuesday morning with Col. Francis and Geo. F. Richardson representing the corporation at the police station.
Maplewood club members and friends surprised Lewis S. Anderson at his home on Wilder Street to celebrate his 35th birthday with dancing singing and games. The Webster Bagley case adjourned due to the Superior court adjournment and will proceed at the next term.
The Courier plans full cycling coverage as Wor cester riders form the Association Wheels at the Y M C A hall with officers led by Paul O Kable. The Vesper wheelmen plan island access via new bridge and highway work advances. The Spindle City Wheelmen grow to 200 members, merging with older clubs. Patriot's Day run set for April 20 in new gray uniforms.
Club bulletin previews stylish outerwear and doubles events. There is a tandem riding feature with ten members. Upcoming schedule shows bowling with the Bootts on Wednesday and return whist at the club rooms with the Ippos on Thursday, as monthly runs are planned twice.
The Ladies' Aid seeks funds to build a nurses home and training school on hospital grounds. The single existing building houses patients, nurses, officers, and staff, crowding spaces. Donations from one dollar upward are welcomed, with cards at Ellingwood's drug store. A. St. John Chambre urges public support for a brighter Lowell General future.
Money deposited in the savings department of Traders National Bank at 30 Middlesex Street and 11 Post Office Avenue before 4 p.m. Friday April 3 will earn four percent interest per year from April 1. Interest may be withdrawn or added to principal on July 1 and January 1. Bank hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. William F. Hills, Cashier.
The First Street branch of the Lowell Lawrence and Haverhill road was supplemented by a barge for several hours yesterday to cope with two feet of mud. Local officials worked to clear the route and restore passage.
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