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Newspaper

Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1900

Page

5

Market Calm Opens With Mixed Stock Movements

This morning's trading was dull and irregular with sugar trading between 110 and 113, leather quiet at 13, and steel stocks showing a slight uptick. N Y C rose to 135 from 133½ while Erie and Bell moved post opening. Copper faced light demand as Butte and Boston common softened and Amalgamated fell. London copper broke, and Atchison absorbed S F P & Phoenix with a 99 year lease, while rights on American Bell Telephone traded off the curb before listing.

Erie Bell Butte and Roston Amalgamated Osceola Quincy Atchison S. F Pres Phoenix Ash Fork Ariz Globe Press & Eastern American Bell Telephone American Telephone & Telegraph Stock Exchange New York Amer. Sugar Ref. Co Amer Steel Wees Atchison, Ofd Tig Amer Tobacco al Col. &. & Iron Aly Federal Steel Neuse Federal Steel Elec Int Paper Manhattan Metropolitan Third Avenue Ry Texas & Pac Union Pacific Union Pac U.S Wheeling & L. E Boston Boston & Albany Boston & Maine Amalgamated Oe Anaconda Montana Butte & Boston Calumet Joeniti Elm River Isle Royale Bell Tel Erie Tel

Metallic toothed wire boosts burr cylinder equipment

The Lowell Burr Cylinder Works of Lowell Massachusetts introduces a new metallic toothed wire for burr cylinders licker-in garnett machines and related textile machinery. The firm reports ready supply and cost efficiency plus a range of wire styles and repairs for Garnett machines and wool cards. George A Judson, general manager, brings 18 years of mill experience guiding manufacturers on machinery needs.

Lowell Burr Cylinder Works Lowell Mass George A. Judson Wwoden Wool and Cotton Reporter

Talbot obituary recalls a life of courtesy and service

Julian Talbot son of Charles P. and Harriet R. Talbot and nephew of the late Governor Talbot, was born in North Billerica and educated at Phillips Andover. He left business with his father, later retiring after Talbot Dyewood and Chemical Co. formation, served on the common council briefly, and held directorships at Talbot mills and Lowell Hosiery Co. A Mason and social figure in Kennebunkport, he is survived by his widow Anne and three children. He was remembered as a generous host and loyal friend whose unobtrusive generosity touched many.

Julian Talbot Charles P Harriet R. Talbot Talbot North Billerica Phillips-Andover Academy Charles P. Talbot Talbot Mills Lowell Hosiery Co Kennebunkport Maine

James Baker 63 Dies After Brief Illness at Home

James Baker aged 63 died Monday night at 159 Howard street after a short illness. He served 20 years with the Boston & Maine, lately as engineer in charge of the dummy freight shifter among cotton mills. A member of Middlesex lodge K of P and Lincoln lodge IOOF, he was well known in his community. A widow survives him.

James Baker Howard Street Boston & Maine Middlesex Lodge K. of P Lincoln Lodge

Obituary notes for Mercier and Bruce in City

Jeffrey L Mercier aged 28 9 months dies at 74 First street after long illness of consumption He belonged to Columbia council O U A M and Lady Franklin council D of L He leaves wife brothers Joseph and Henry and father A L Mercier potato chip purveyors and constable Henry Mercier all in the city Arthur Kitson Bruce longtime resident dies suddenly in Waterbury Conn aged 22 leaves many friends in this city

Jeffrey L. Mercier First Street Columbia Council Lady Franklin Council D. of L Joseph A. L. Mercier Henry Mercier Arthur Kitson Bruce Waterbury Conn

Funeral notices from local area obituaries

Funeral services were held yesterday for Rebecca Staples at her 46 Lilley Avenue home conducted by Rev Dr Chambre before the body was sent to Chatham New Brunswick for burial. Undertaker Young in charge. Annie Whalen funeral at St Johns Hospital drew a large crowd with burial at St Patricks Cemetery officiated by Rev Fr McHugh. Bearers listed. Ann Bateman’s service from 152 South Street noted many floral tributes with burial in Catholic cemetery. Rev Fr McKenna led committal prayers at the grave. Undertaker O Donnell supervised several services including Theresa Cavanaugh who died at Tewksbury Centre and was sent to Gardiner Massachusetts last evening by Undertaker O Donnell.

Rebecca Staples Lilley Avenue Chambre Chatham N.B Young Annie Whalen St. John’s Hospital St. Patrick’s Cemetery Fr. McHugh Frank M. Brogan Joseph A. Brogan Martin McAndrew William Donovan Molloy Ann Bateman South Street Edward Flanagan Charles Wayman Michael Curry Michael Monahan Fr. McKenna O'Donnell Theresa Cavanaugh Tewksbury Centre Gardiner Mass

Talbot Funeral Arrangements Set for April 29

In this city, at his late home 43 Nesmith street Julian Talbot. Funeral services will take place Wednesday May 2 at 3 30 o'clock from his late residence. Friends and relatives invited without further notice. Friends kindly requested not to send flowers. Burial private. Hilton Funeral Notice for Margaret D Hilton

Talbot Nesmith Street Julian Talbot Hilton Margaret D. Hilton William A. Chapman Moody Street Young Christina Young John Barnes Ellsworth Street

Time to Renew Roller Curtains at Pollard Co

A. G. Pollard & Co offers closed out odd lots of fringed roller curtains at 39 cents, valued 60 to 75 cents, with colors described. Also plain opaque curtains in all colors at 30 cents and other lines at 40 to 50 cents. Merrimack Street basement.

Merrimack Street A. G. Pollard & CO

Local liquor store stocks top brands on Moody street

Residents near Moody and Suffolk streets can visit John M. Hogan's at 294 and 298 Moody street for a complete stock of Frank Jones' Ales, Anheuser-Busch brands including Budweiser and Faust, plus foreign and domestic wines, liquors and cigars. The newly stocked store promises liberal courteous treatment.

Moody and Suffolk Streets John M. Hogan’s Moody Street Frank Jones’ Brewing Company Anheuser-Busch

Book-a-Month club meeting at Mrs Glidden home

The Book-a-Month club of St. Paul's church held a pleasant meeting on Monday night at the home of Mrs. C Clark Glidden in Middlesex street. A poster party followed the regular session.

St. Paul's Church C Clark Glidden Middlesex Street

Community event features Payne McCaffrey readings and dance

Paye and John McCaffrey presented readings by Miss Lillian OBrien and John Payne with remarks by James Miskella. Arthur McHugh accompanied as the Middle sex orchestra provided music. Officers include General manager Mrs Clara Mec Phail and a large reception and committee lineup. Wamesit lodge K of P welcomed two new members. Women's Relief Corps No 33 postponed a fair due to illness.

Nellie McGrade Helen McCort Nellie Harrington Michael Gilligan Burns Mrs. Rourke Thomas McPhail Annie Sheehan Stephen Fadigan Kittie Collins Women’s Relief Corps

Death of Rev Patrick Brady OMI Misssion Priest Worldwide

Pneumonia proved fatal for Rev Patrick R. Brady OMI of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate. Born 1845 in Kells Ireland he preached missions across Ireland England Canada South Africa Australia and the United States. He died in Mercy Hospital Springfield Mass after a long illness and will be buried in this city with funeral Thursday at 10.00 am guided by Immaculate Conception Church authorities.

Patrick R. Brady Springfield Mass Ireland Springfield Republican Brady P.R. Brady Order of Mary Immaculate Mercy Hospital Sacred Heart Church New York Thomas Smyth Sacred Heart Parish Fr. Brady Kells County Meath Sicklinghall Leeds Eng William D. Joyce Nichols Furlong O’dwyer Oblates Ottawa Kingston Upper Canada Boston South Africa Australia Ceylon Buffalo Chicago Stanley Shinnors O'Reilly Oblate Lowell Muc Immaculate Conception Church

Marshall and Poirier Married in Collinsville

Albert Marshall and Miss Lydia Poirier of Collinsville were married at St. Michael's parochial residence yesterday by Rev. Fr. Boland. A wedding supper followed at the bride's home and the couple planned to begin their wedding journey, to reside in Collinsville.

Albert Marshall Lydia Poirier Collinsville St. Michael's Boland Mrs. Marshall

Personal notes from Lowell society page

Lowell residents engage in travels and family news with plans for Europe and Marblehead visits. Engagements and weddings are announced including Miss Gertrude McDonald to Mr Walter Taylor with a May 2 wedding. Local careers, visits, charity events at Day Nursery, and regional society updates accompany brief health and residence notes.

R. M. Boutwell Lowell Europe Marblehead Heights Elsie Paris William A. Winslow Iran Samuel Jackson Londonderry N. H Edgar Osborn Belvidere Mary Black D. E. Dudley Gertrude McDonald Walter Taylor Thomas Waterworth C. H. Allen Porto Rico Asa Osgoode Merrimack House Pittsfield Joseph Stiles Dutton Street Wm. T. Ireland Leis Titecomb Hattie Dearth John Searles B. A. Rolling Wm. Landers American Baptist Home Mission Society Clarendon Street Baptist Church Boston Asa Reed Dilts

Fraternal Group Marks Ninth Anniversary With Concert

Spindle City Circle No 119 C F A celebrated its ninth anniversary with a concert and dance in Foresters hall. The program featured songs by John Murray John Hagan John.

Spindle City Circle No. 119 C. F. of A Foresters’ Hall John Murray John Hagan John

Liquor Law Enforcement Report Praises Police Efforts

The year closed saw 241 cases brought to court and sizable fines, reflecting strong police action. Visits to former saloons and drug stores indicate close supervision and steady zeal across all enforcement columns.

Republicans Hold Conventions in Fourth and Seventh Districts

The fourth district Republican convention in South Framingham elected Arthur H. Lowe of Fitchburg and Charles G. Bancroft of Natick as delegates to the national convention in Philadelphia with W. Howard Chase and Walter F. Howard named as alternates. Otis M. Gove chaired. 134 delegates from 46 towns and three cities were present. In the seventh district in Malden, 158 delegates gathered. Frank D. Allen of Lynn and Alfred E. Cox of Malden were discussed as delegates, with George N. Swallow and Charles Bruce among alternates. Resolutions endorsed McKinley and Long. Springfield’s second district also held a harmonious gathering naming delegates and alternates to Philadelphia.

South Framingham Arthur H. Lowe Fitchburg Charles G. Bancroft Natick W. Howard Chase Leominster Walter F. Howard Clinton Philadelphia Otis M. Gove Waltham G. M. Frye Townsend Charles Q. Tirrell Messrs Lowe Bancroft Hoar Marcus Hall Malden Willard Massey Stoneham Charles C. Frye Lynn Everett Melrose Walkefield Nahant Saugus Boston Ward Chelsea Revere Frank D. Allen Frank P. Bennett Alfred E. Cox Mr. Bennett Benjamin F. Debutts Levin&. Gould George N. Swallow Paros Ss Vseeanes Apheines Blank Cox and Swallow Judge Berry Springfield Henry M. Phillips Richard W. Irwin Northampton Norman P. Woods Northfield Almon P. Smith Athol McKinley John D. Long F. H. Gillett Porto Rico

Lincoln's Early Patent Claim For Buoyant Chambers On Vessels

The patent record shows Abraham Lincoln of Springfield Illinois filed March 1849 for a patent on a new and improved method of combining adjustable buoyant chambers with steamboats and other vessels. The filing included a petition affidavit specification drawing and model and was examined by Renwick with a May 22 patent date.

Patent Office Abraham Lincoln A. Lincoln Springfield Sangamon Illinois Renwick Z. C. Robbins John L. Smith C. Robbins H. H. Silvester Washington Richard Sylvester W. Sheldon A. S

Lincoln patent on buoyant chambers described by witness

The article details a patent involving expandable buoyant chambers placed at a vessel’s sides to raise or lower the craft by shifting air within chambers. It recounts Mr. Robbins, Lincoln’s attorney, recalling how Lincoln demonstrated his model, sought a patent, and noted Lincoln’s limited funds and shift to politics.

Robbins Lincoln Washington M_ street FE. B. Washburn Congress Washington Star

Also Mentioned on This Page

Stock Market Rolston & Bass London N. Y Canada Co United States National Bank of Lowell Trust Pennsylvania Bright, Sears & Co Jameps Baker Wamesit Lodge George S. Tranter O. M. IL Marshall-Poirier Boston Herald R. W. Dunbar North Chelmsford Robert W. McAllister Boott Mills Cohasset Companions of Forest Liquor Law Enforcement Donaldson Tony Wvoculte Aic Largov Palmer Street Merrimack, Palmer and Middle Sts Stickney & Pogr Spice Co Mark Mre Oey Tauravety Guarantesco Johnson Laker Sugar N. Y. Central Southwestern Bond and Stock Brokers Exchange Building Leiter Ourier Printing Department
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