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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1902
Page
6
The piece defends the American army against antiwar charges, arguing generals and officers acted humanely overall. It notes Filipino child fighters and brutal tactics, cites Taft, and reports Massachusetts Episcopal convention criticism while urging restraint and due process.
A speech cites needed qualities for unity and a robust plan to restore the nation’s honor. The bishop contrasts his stance with two Parks, arguing for a stronger administration cover and clear reform path.
The piece defends Roosevelt after a bishop's critique on his Southern policy, arguing for unity and condemning secession. It notes rising labor unrest across the nation, driven by high living costs and wage demands, and discusses strikes, the Woolen crisis, and Italy's handling of American sailors amid a lynching dispute.
A collage of comments spanning politics culture and society. References include Edward Atkinson print plans Chelsea Los Angeles clubs and anti imperialist chatter. Paderewski gold payments urban buzz and a grave offence over cemetery desecration all mingle with a club lecture on wireless telegraphy and sparks observed by women.
A miscellany of cultural notes and anecdotes surveys open street car color shifts toward a new orange, debates on musical comedy versus opera, and literary analysis from Atlantic Monthly on Hamlet. It recalls golf’s waning buzz, a dog rescue incident, station crowding, and a Roosevelt stance on southern relations as reported by the Baltimore Sun.
Quotations discuss American casualties in Samar and the conduct of General Smith, with debate over General Lucban’s proclamations and reprisals. Topics shift to food control under a popular government, food price distress, and the risk of trusts, then to Cuban pension claims, tariff remedies, and the need for a strong Cuban government amid unrest.
The Boer leaders plan a May 15 meeting to issue a statement of the irreducible minimum they will accept. The response will be weighed against Hagland's irreducible minimum, with a possible shift toward peace as English stock markets hint at growing peace sentiment on unclear grounds.
Daily cable despatches on Queen Wilhelmina's illness have been sent at great expense. Her stature on the world stage makes every reference to her an important news item, prompting continuous coverage.
Reports show Britain's exports fell by 5 million dollars and imports by 20 million in March. Such a combined loss marks a troubling trade deficit that no nation can face with ease, highlighting vulnerabilities in the empire's commerce and income streams.
Mr Jerome ignores growing indignation from victims during his New York proceedings. He remains unmoved and continues his routine as confrontation ensues among observers and participants.
Commodore Adolf Albers of the Hamburg American line dies leaving a legacy of 25 years at sea. Born June 1848, he began as a sailor at 14 and rose to captain in 1877, commanding ships including the Deutschland and Augusta Victoria. Grover Cleveland returned from Florida, Carnegie hints at newspaper purchase, and Paderewski nets $125,000 for ten weeks of ivory pawing.
A cautious profile notes Mr. Morgan is deemed the principal mover behind numerous ventures and questions whether the public should be told otherwise. The piece argues he does not need to deny connections to any new company.
Automobiles command high sums when the price reaches seventeen thousand five hundred dollars for a single unit. The fastest model, capable of a mile a minute, is not a common purchase for modest budgets or frequent buyers.
The passage suggests postponing debate on the mayoral succession and related incidents. It notes the topics are interesting but prefers laying aside discussion for the moment. Local sentiment appears cautious about timing and public focus.
Sun correspondent notes Bishop Keiley’s remarks criticizing the President during Confederate Memorial day events in Savannah. Roosevelt declines reply, cites writings and addresses to refute insincerity claims, lauds Gen Robert E Lee, and explains his Northern/Southern sympathies without endorsing secession.
Edward Lynch of South Berwick Maine and Evelyn M Fur bish were married yesterday at St Peter's parochial residence by Rev Fr Ronan. Mae Noonan was bridesmaid and C O tabrook attended the groom. The bride wore a blue traveling dress and carried bride roses. An informal luncheon at 24 Ames street followed, after which the couple left for their home in South Berwick where Mr Lynch is popular.
William C Mackin and Miss Alice B Hunt were married Wednesday evening at their new home 1066 Middlesex Street with only close relatives present. Rev J M Craig of the First Presbyterian church officiated and the couple received well wishes from friends.
Ichabod G. Forbush born Harmony Maine October 1 1824 died at Danvers hospital after months as patient. Blacksmith by trade he served with Co D First Maine heavy artillery in the Civil War. He lived in Lowell and worked as watchman at Tremont Suffolk and Woods Sherwood wire works. Survived by two daughters four sisters and one brother. Member of Veritas lodge I O F. Funeral Saturday at 3 p m Edson cemetery chapel.
Keith's Theatre lists a strong lineup for the week of May 5 with Hugh Stanton and Miss Woodena in For Reform Marion Littlefield singing high songs and ballads Jehan Bedini and Arthur the jugglers Mignonette Kokin from the Follies Bergere Frank H White and Lew Simmons in Get in the Band Wagon Gallagher and Barrett Irish dialect pair Clayton Kennedy and Mattie Rooney with Rogers brothers performing pyrotechnic piano and dance.
The County Fair at Park Theatre enters another week with a large audience. The air play gains popularity as amusing scenes and incidents receive praise. Burgess as Aunt Abby amuses with his exaggerated but legitimate lines. Emma Pollock as Taggs shines and the company isAdequate. A matinee is scheduled for Saturday.
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