03 May 1901
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1901
Page
1
Poem-like reflection on Shakespeare's greatness by Edmund Vance Cooke noted in the May issue of New Lippinectt, asserting that Earth is his coffin and the sky his vault, and that the world stands with him even from afar.
A Baltimore clergyman defends the saloon and beer drinking and may face questions about free drinks. The Day Nursery hosted a lively night. The Duke and Duchess of Fife opened a small world’s fair in Glasgow yesterday, accompanied by a drum. A Washington ruling could curb spring hop beer sales.
In a Painswick church yard between Stroud and Gloucester 99 yew trees stand. The hundredth tree reportedly dies after planting, a local tale linking it to the end of the world. Global housing ratios place Italy and Spain lowest relative to population, Argentina and Uruguay highest. The world’s oceans hold about 324 million cubic miles.
Thursday night's thunderstorm caused surprisingly little damage in the city. The John Street Congregational church spire suffered torn sheathing at the base but no entry of lightning into the building. Nearby lodging residents felt the shock but escaped injury. Telegraph wires were tied up, and about 30 telephones lost protectors during the disturbance.
Secretary Courtney discussed the Riley family case as city aid continued despite Sylvester and Mrs Riley earning $36 monthly. He noted the family had long been on aid at $3 per month and believed the son had not been employed when aid first started.
Deposit Boxes five dollars per year. The Traders National Bank offers general banking, foreign exchange in multiple languages, safety deposit boxes with private rooms, and a savings rate of four percent compounded semi annually. Banking hours are 8 to 4 weekdays and 8 to 1 Saturday. Banking rooms at Middlesex Street and Post Office Avenue.
Cambridge May 3 Judge Gaskill excludes defendant’s grand jury testimony. The government rests after the ruling. The defense began its opening after a brief recess following the adjournment.
Berlin May 3 Chancellor Count von Buelow notified presidents a joint Diet sitting is summoned to hear a message from the throne. Dr Von Miquel Prussian finance minister has resigned and his resignation is accepted.
Sailor Tom Sharkey and Fred Russell the California heavyweight clash in a ten round bout at the Colorado Athletic Association arena in Denver tonight. Both fighters report perfect condition with Sharkey training for the high altitude and expressing confidence.
The Ingersoll Memorial association was incorporated at Springfield to build a $100,000 temple honoring Robert J. Ingersoll and to perpetuate the teachings of the agnostic philosopher.
In the Hildreth building the Ames Boston broker Rogers & Co fails from an attachment for 1674. The local Lowell branch did business, leaving many locals with paper profits and margins. A rival broker firm had failed similarly months earlier. The office is described as neatly furnished and deserted at noon.
Prof Bennett Springer, noted magician and cartist, entertained a large High Street church vestry audience last evening. The show drew praise for his skill and pleasing manner, marking a repeat visit and hinting at future appearances. Horace H. Knapp, health board agent, discussed garbage committee duties and cremator company expenses in Bridgeport context.
The Globe reports from the 26th Regiment in San Francisco on June 2. Guards for the 35th as it mustered out, pay-day issues with pickpockets outside the gates, measles watch, payroll clerks at work, and discipline for absent roll call. Canteen impact, jawbone dealers profiting, and possible homeward routes discussed as men await final payment and potential regular army exams.
The Day Nursery bazaar entered its second night as crowds exceeded a thousand despite a cool evening. Highlights included the Mexican Indian table collected by Mrs. Julian Talbot, a vivid Kirmess with varied dances, and numerous attractive booths designed like garden arbors. Dances featured Miss Margaret Dyer in a negro act, with directors and dancers listed among the performers.
Three Overseers of the Poor visit Boston Wayfarers' home to study tramps' lodging and forced work routines. Secretary Courtney notes Fall River's store system distributes aid at wholesale prices, reducing almshouse reliance and saving costs amid idle mills. The tour highlights contrast between institutional relief and store-based aid.
The men of Lowell are invited to inspect the Fashion Corner window and in store display of neglige shirts priced from $1 to $2.50. The exhibit claims to be the most fine collection in Lowell, featuring Oxford cheviots in blue, black, and ox blood, madras shirts, and patterns not seen elsewhere, plus plain whites and blues with attached or separate cuffs, finished and laundered like to order shirts.
Recent death notices report the sudden passing of Mrs Mary Caroline ONeil wife of Rear Admiral Charles ONeil chief of the bureau of ordnance. She died early Thursday at the Grafton Washington from apoplexy leaving a son Dr ONeil of Boston and noting her maiden name Miss Frothingham of Boston.
About ten members of Mr Barnard's commercial geography class at the high school with Mr Barnard visited the Boott mill yesterday afternoon. They spent the afternoon observing the various modes of neat pg and picking and came away with a fair knowledge.
Prices range from $1 to $2.50 for exclusive desi and son's Scotch made to measure shirts in D. and J. Ander and Oxford dev ant.
The O'Sullivan Brothers advertise Laureate Oxford styles in patent calf and Russia calf leathers with extension soles and varied widths AA to H. Prices listed at $3.50, claiming superior fit, shape retention, and high class workmanship across Style 5, 8, and 9. Try-on urged to discern quality versus common advertised shoes.
Makers, O Sullivan Brothers, operate a shop specializing in careful care of infant and children's feet. Experts provide fitting services and footwear guidance. Local patrons appreciate their careful measurements and quality repairs.
Police court sessions examined city relief practices amid charges of theft of provisions by Margaret E. Paul and assessed aid to a Riley family earning about $36 a month. Several drunks and domestic disputes were heard, with sentences including workhouse terms and probation. Charles P. Roman's assault case with his Irish wife was continued.
Lowell friends congratulate noted whistler Billy Mulcahey on his engagement to play a comedy part with the Robin Hood company at the Museum during the summer, as reported by the Boston Post.
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