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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1900
Page
8
The record shows May sun rise and set times with a 4.388 moon rise, 10.38 moon set, sun set at 6.44, and a day length of 14.06 hours. This reflects observed astronomical timings for the month in the observatory ledger.
Yesterday afternoon was finer than the morning and the night was fine and cool. Today has been pleasant with a queer haze in the atmosphere suggesting a change in the near future.
The Old Ladies Home patrons hold their regular monthly meeting Thursday at 3 PM. An auction sale of personal property will take place at the N E Parker place South Chelmsford on May 3 1900 at 9 30 AM conducted by J P Emerson auctioneer. White enamel and black enamel for home decorations offered by Thompson Hardware Co.
The Hibernians meet to arrange Lowell's May 9 parade in Boston. At least 300 Lowell men are expected in line with Charles H. Molloy as chief marshal and the Lowell Military Band led by James A. Murphy. Delegation likely leaves at 11 30 am after a daytime parade. Local divisions may appoint county marshals. Garfield Colony Pilgrim Teachers held routine meetings with two new membership applications.
Despatch from Bridgeport dated May 1 reports William Kinney a Fenian from Lowell Mass lying near death at Charity hospital. He endured long hardship after a hard life, converting his suffering to dedication for Ireland. Kinney was jailed as a spy in England for 15 years before emigrating to Lowell.
The High Street Church Missionary association met at Mrs. C. W. Huntington's home and elected officers including President Mrs. Huntington and Treasurer Mrs. G. A. Marden. Mite boxes opened yielding 41.65 with plans for next year and a ten member action committee appointed.
The common council did not meet last night due to insufficient members at City Hall to constitute a quorum. No business was conducted as a result.
Major Dow surgeon of the Sixth regiment M. V. M. inspected 15 recruits for Companies C and G at the state armory last night.
A New York family credits Postum Cereal Food Coffee for restoring energy and health. The father notes headaches and fatigue vanished after quitting coffee and using Postum. his wife reports strength and vigor. they give Postum to their bright, healthy child each morning.
Lowell unveiled the Huntington and Jackson halls in a dusk ceremony marking rebuilt after 1897 fires. Thousands attended, 3000 to 5000 programs issued, with 3000 people touring in the afternoon and a full orchestra concert in the evening. Mayor Crowley and city officials lauded the project and recalled Civil War era memories as the halls opened to the public.
On Thursday May 3 1900 the homestead on Rock street Lowell with 9 rooms forge furnace stable carriage house and 9189 square feet of land plus two adjacent lots on Third Avenue will be sold to the highest bidders without reserve. The property boasts wide frontage and central location near major industries. Purchasers must deposit 750 for the homestead and 100 for each vacant lot as soon as struck off. Sale rain or shine. Inquiry at the auctioneers office Sager Ashworth.
A Lowell era church jubilee ends debt as Highland Congregational Church burns the mortgage of 17 500 in a celebratory service. The report notes 12 300 from members and 5 700 from outside Lowell, with other gifts and a bank settlement despite minor overcharges. The bell rings as the congregation sings and confirms financial freedom and rededication.
News arrives that Mrs Perkins, a major donor to the debt fund, has been stricken with paralysis. Rev Merriam referenced the sad report as the service concluded after hymn singing, prayer, and benediction.
The Andover conference closed its annual meeting at Highland Congregational church. Chairman C W Hunting ton led business and authorized October in North Andover for the next gathering. Frye of North Andover named delegate to the general association in Amherst on May 15 with A C Russell of Lowell as alternate.
Inspectors began surveys of alleys and side streets in their districts to ensure cleanliness. Abutters may be ordered to remove rubbish, with prosecution for maintaining a nuisance if neglect occurs.
Short OCR fragment notes Fay Bros and Hosford at Central Street. No clear event or date provided. Summary focuses on business names and location.
Advertisement promotes salted peanuts at 19¢ per lb and salted pecans and almonds at 75e per lb. It lists peanuts in shell, Brazil nuts, almonds, filberts, pecans, English walnuts, shag narks, and peanut paste for sandwiches with half pound and one pound jars priced at 20¢ and 35¢ respectively.
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