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Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1900

Page

5

Letters From Christ and Agrippa Found, Alleged Cable

Rediscovered 1803 year old letters claim Agrippa in Edessa wrote to Christ asking cure for disease and Christ’s reply promising a disciple after ascension. Bohrmann of Vienna announced stone inscriptions at Ephesus allegedly confirm the letters..Cedrenus and Veronica cloth legends linked to Abgar and early Christian tradition. London report adds Milne Murray notes on botanical history.

Prof. Bohrmann Vienna University Archaeological Congress Ephesus Eusebius Isenium Leo III Bohrmann Abgarus Agrippa Abgar XV Abgar Acome the Black Edessa Christ St. Thomas St. Thaddeus Cedrenus Ananias St. Veronica Calvary Amasias London George Robert Milne Murray Royal Society of the Linnaean Society British Museum St. George’s Hospital

Eclipse Expedition Inscription Deemed Genuine in 1886

The solar eclipse expedition to the West Indies in 1886 is quoted as confirming the inscription as undoubtedly genuine. Prof. Murray has reviewed a facsimile and is shown the reproduction for verification.

West Indies Murray

Scully Acquitted in Eviction Case Assault Trial

In Fall River on May 2, Philip Scully sued Deputy Sheriff Graham and Constable Borden Manchester over an alleged eviction from Scully's wife’s home. The district court fined the officers $100, they appealed, and Scully was acquitted of assault with a weapon upon Manchester.

Fall River Philip Scully Graham Borden Manchester Scully

Error corrected on Haynes collision verdict attribution

Boston May 2 report corrected that Thames Tow Boat company of New London owned the tug and barges that collided with and sank the schooner John C Haynes in Hampton Roads. The previous notice misnamed Boston Tow Boat company as the owner.

Boston United States Supreme Court John C. Haynes Haynes Hampton Roads Boston Tow Boat Company Thames Tow Boat Company of New London

Carnegie Sees Bright Iron Trade Ahead in Europe Tour

New York May 2. Andrew Carnegie and daughter sail for Europe aboard the St. Louis. He asserts iron and steel in the United States remain strong with prices easing modestly and predicts at least a year of prosperity. He backs McKinley for re-election, doubts war with Turkey, and questions cost of occupying the Philippines, noting a large army would be needed to suppress 8,000,000 people. He plans six months abroad, mainly in Scotland.

New York Andrew Carnegie Europe St. Louis Carnegie McKinley Broad Turkey Philippines Scotland

Nethersole seeks damages from clergyman over Sapho remarks

Miss Olga Nethersole, famed for Sapho, sues Rev. Dr. Easton of Washington DC for 50000 damages alleging defamation of character. The suit stems from his sermon criticizing the play during its controversy after her arrest and trial for appearing in Sapho.

Washington Miss Nethersole New York Olga Nethersole Sapho Dr. Easton Washington D. C

Master chess players sail to Paris for tournament

H N Pillsbury of Philadelphia and J W Showalter of Kentucky sailed for Paris to join Marshall aboard the Nordland as the three leading U S masters heading to the Paris exposition international chess tournament.

Pillsbury and Showalter Paris New York H. N. Pillsbury Philadelphia J. W. Showalter Kentucky Nordland Marshall St. Louis United States

Hood's Sarsaparilla Brightens Weary City Dwellers

The warm season brings fatigue to thousands as the city faces a weak health spell. Hood's Sarsaparilla is advertised as a remedy to restore brightness and vitality, claiming to improve overall wellness during the warmer months.

Hood

Advertisement spotted in the Courier by reader

A reader reports seeing an advertiser’s notice in the Courier. The brief message seeks to inform advertisers that their ad appeared in the local paper.

The Courier

Troop F Cavalry Hosts Complimentary Ball at Town Hall

Middlesex County reports Squad Two of Troop F held a free dance at the town hall with a ten cent admission. About seventy five couples attended as Harry B. Emerson led floor activities. A carbine drill preceded the event and refreshments were provided. The gathering capped a season of winter assemblies, while local clergy and missionary delegates pursued other church and religious items in town.

Atwood Harry B. Emerson Sergt. Chas FE. Bartlett

April festival closes with supper and music at church

The Collinsville improvement society hosted the annual April festival last night with a 7 3 oclock supper led by Mrs Beals and Mrs Hamblett followed by an entertainment of vocal music and readings. The annual school report exceeded prior years, featuring a cover designed by Conant Udell of Dracut Centre school. George W Drury the grocer and news dealer moved from 60 Pleasant street to 9 Pleasant street. A baby boy arrived for Mr and Mrs Myles Maloney on Lakeview avenue. Thomas Scully of Collinsville began building a summer pavilion on the New Hampshire side of Long Pond.

Collinsville Mission Improvement Society of the Church Beals George W. Drury Dracut Pleasant Street Myles Maloney Lakeview Avenue Thomas Scully Collinsville New Hampshire Long Pond

Village meeting invites educators for Friday program

A village hosts a Friday 2.10 pm teachers meeting inviting all interested in children's education. The program includes songs by Miss Allen's students and talks by Miss Fulton, Dr Varney, Mrs Park, Miss Naylor, Miss Copeland, and Rev. Dunbar on physical, moral, and aesthetic training with a call for parent and citizen participation. A Chelmsford checker match crowned North Chelmsford champions over Chelmsford Centre in Odd Fellows hall with detailed results. Further notes mention a mascot selection for Clipper club, an upcoming depot expansion, and town hall dressing rooms nearing completion.

Miss Allen Helen G. Fulton F. BE Varney A. H. Park Agnes Naylor Lillian 5. Copeland Robert W. Dunbar North Chelmsford Checker Club Chelmsford Centre Chelmsford Odd Fellows North Chelmsford John J. Brennan Wm. J. Hoyle Jas. McTague Edwin Swan TOCA Mr. O'Day Mr. Stearns Mr. Dutton Arthur M. Warren Pliba Tint John Shields Clipper Club Boston and Maine Railroad

How to Tell a Story at Andover Club Meeting

Elizabeth V. Rutan spoke at the November club’s final public meeting for the year on Monday. Her topic was How to Tell a Story. Pastors were all at home last Sunday while Prof. Torrey preached in the Seminary church in the morning and afternoon.

Elizabeth V. Rutan Torrey

Rich youths of Europe and future millionaires from birth

In Europe many young heirs are projected to be the next century’s wealthiest. The article highlights Lord Belgrave, the infant marquis of Titchfield, the infant marquis of Blanford, the 18th-year-old earl of Dumfries, Sir Sayville Crossley’s 10-year-old son, and the duke of Sutherland’s heir, noting immense estates, titles, and daily incomes. It also cites 18,000 bills and joint resolutions introduced in the last Congress.

Europe Lord Belgrave Duke of Westminster England United Kingdom Marquis of Titchfield Marquis Duke of Portland New York Telegraph London Welbeck Abbey Marquis of Blenheim Palace Earl of Bute Sayville Crossley Thomas Crossley Duke of Sutherland Marquis of Stafford

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