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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1902
Page
6
The Lowell Daily Courier Citizen outlines its long history since 1825 and 1845 milestones, lists the Merrimack Street address, and notes daily publication except Sundays and holidays with carrier delivery at six cents per week.
Saturday afternoon and night were showery yet crowds pressed on as strike news lifted spirits. The sky cleared at night and Easter opened fair. a sea change in the afternoon brought overcast skies and chill. Forecasts from Boston predict rain or snow tonight and Tuesday, then clearing and colder winds.
The Lowell Daily Courier reports that a threatened strike has been settled for the time being as operatives accept an agreement without an immediate wage increase. Public opinion supported avoiding a strike, and citizens hope trade and wages will improve. The piece urges fair treatment and mutual confidence to keep the situation stable.
A morning contemporary denounces others for claiming credit and asserts the strike was settled by public sentiment expressed through a citizens committee. It notes Lower Simu followed similar city actions with good effect and warns against turning this into political capital or proclaiming sole proprietorship of the idea.
It is hoped the pension bureau will be led by a successor who brings impartiality and firm justice, as Mr. H. Clay Evans departs to take up diplomatic service as a new avocation. He has earned many enemies in the pension business.
The piece argues Mr Evans resignations reflect pressure against pension abuses while defending careful pension oversight. It questions tariff advocates as likely to fail and notes warnings about free trade. General Miles faces a rebuke over a Philippines plan, with talk of a potential presidential bid but skepticism about spectacular tactics.
The piece ridicules Loomis Nelson and anti imperialist views while defending U S Cuba policy and possible gradual wage raises. It critiques sensational claims about annexation, corruption funds, and a half million dollar subsidy to Congress and the press as absurd and credulous. It notes Lowell workers show restraint and reason.
A collection of quirky notes references Easter themes and minor events from varying places. Topics include a Knoxville church wind damage, beef price protests, a Rhode Island mule spinner gag, and a Guthrie fire praised for recovery, with comments on Roosevelt, a Kentucky congressional candidate and fashion trends.
A Boston writer recalls Good Friday church attendance surprising for its number of men. He notes vegetarian price trends, Lowell meat costs, open cars on suburban lines, a chocolate ice cream pot serving, a sunset kiss between birds outside a public library, and local arbitration during Lowell labor tension. Mrs. Cyrus Barton finds the first mayflowers near Blackbrook.
A compact review notes the New York Legislature’s shortest session since 1794 and compares Massachusetts brevity. It surveys reciprocity with Canada, U.S. Cuba policy prospects, and critiques of tariff reform and the Wilson tariff, citing multiple papers and political figures.
The ceremony for Mr. Frank Martin and Miss Delamina Joseph took place at a Portuguese church in New York at 3 o clock. Fr. Roga officiated. Best man Manuel Medina and bridesmaid Mrs. Medina stood beside the couple. A feast followed at the bride’s parents home 181 Gorham Street with many friends in attendance.
Mr. Hiram Gifford and Miss Julia Muldoon were married at the parochial residence of St. Patrick's parish Sunday evening by Rev Fr Walsh. Mr. Michael Muldoon was best man and his bridemaid was Miss Mary Muldoon.
Mr. Dominick Monahan and Miss Sarah E. Kessey were married Sunday evening by Rev. Fr. Lawrence at the Immaculate Conception parochial residence. Best man was Mr. Stephen Monahan and bridemaid was Miss Mary Kessey.
Ethel Barrymore headlines in Captain Jinks of the Horse Marines at the Boston Museum for two more weeks. The review praises the unique charm of the performance, Barrymore’s distinct star power, and the capable supporting cast led by George Howard and others. The production is noted for faithful period scenery and costumes.
Mrs William B Banigan widow of Commodore Banigan and a wealthy Rhode Island resident will soon marry Timothy O Connor a Providence florist. The wedding follows a long friendship between O Connor and the late Banigan. Rear Admiral Sampsons health is deteriorating and he is largely confined to his room though occasionally taking short walks.
Mr and Mrs Samuel Holgate celebrated their silver wedding on a Saturday evening with friends from Lawrence and Chelmsford attending. A decorated home, reception, ice cream coffee and cake followed entertainment including piano solos readings and duets by family members. The party closed with Auld Lang Syne and many costly presents were given.
General Funston endures sharp editorials from anti imperial papers accusing him of treachery for capturing Aguinaldo. He appears unconcerned with a presidential bid and seems wary of speaking too freely as his military aims may overshadow civic ambitions.
The Boston Journal lauds Rathbone Neely and Reeves as rare exceptions and praises the Cuban administration for upright energy. It asserts yellow fever has been banished from Cuba and commends most American representatives for blameless conduct as guardians of the trust surrendered to Cuban successors.
Father Notkemp and his famous singers present an Old Folks concert in the vestry of the First Congregational Church on Thursday evening.
Adrian Olson, 28, leaped from Federal Street Bridge in South Boston during a personal crisis and was rescued after clinging to a wall. In Lynn, Eliot Ross, armed with a rifle, frightened churchgoers on a main street following a dispute with three others. he fled after officers pursued him, discarding the gun.
A clipped comment notes General Miles speaks at length with little purpose and predicts his retirement is imminent. The piece implies the forthcoming announcement will cause scant surprise or regret among observers or colleagues.
His Royal Highness Prince Michi, grandson of the Mikado of Japan, is the world’s youngest heir presumptive. Eight months old, he already has a dozen nurses and will gain English and French governesses once he can speak.
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