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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1902
Page
6
The argument favors extending local option beyond cities to districts or metropolitan subdivisions. Rests on practical enforcement, public sentiment, and avoiding broad state prohibitions. Cites Manchester and Boston as examples and questions where to draw the dividing line between licenced and restricted areas.
The New York Tribune questions wholesale extermination of the Sioux and Apaches, noting many rebels were killed, while Filipinos face a different path toward self government. It recalls how Native Americans were confined to reservations and denied independence, and contrasts that history with the current view of granting self rule to Filipinos when ready.
A fragmented account argues future closures depend on workers actions while linking Beaver Brook and Olneyville strikes to broader unrest. It notes wages are adequate, but premium pay for top performers stirs complaint. the writer contends equal pay regardless of merit would undermine labor costs.
A contemporary editorial discusses labor payment, the move away from premium pay, and the waning zeal for strict Sunday observance. It argues for rest and modest recreation rather than formalism, notes the evolving stance on blue laws, and warns that wage permanency depends on real business capacity. The piece also notes a bill permitting Sunday ice cream soda sales and the Senate’s resistance to extending such Sunday sales.
The Springfield Republican cites the London Times noting America supplies four-fifths of North Atlantic freight revenue and three-fourths of first class passengers. It argues it is odd that despite heavy use and funds, the United States does not own the vessels from liners to cargo boats.
Prof Woolsey contends reciprocity treaties should gain House and Senate ratification, arguing they reach tariff essence via reciprocal tariffs though some doubt House submission. The Chicago sailors insist they were not drunk when detained by Venetian police, calling it a misunderstanding as soldiers’ water cure tales are disputed.
Mr Meyer completes the par don business and has secured Roman embassy space while declaring readiness for a congressional nomination in Essex. The campaign fight there is expected to be lively and closely contested.
Emperor William reportedly directed the labeling of his grandfather William I as "William the Great." Some view it egotistical, but supporters note the act may bind him to a legacy.
The text argues that the common rebuttal to claims of noncombatant killings in the Philippines is to characterize Filipinos as combatants by default. It critiques this stance as a sweeping assumption about status and raises questions about accountability for civilian casualties.
A correspondent recalls fishing in the Quohquinne and Caesar brook near Mont Vernon and Amherst New Hampshire. He notes few trout in Quohquinne, many in Caesar brook due to water warmth and springs, and speculates on spawning behavior. The piece also covers May weather, Medford car routes, sparrow nests, electric pole nesting, and observations on rail track maintenance and local trees.
A reflective column questions fame thrust on Capt Greig as the Philippines war is likened to an assault on Moro castle. It ponders if the Annapolis cadet becomes a Middy, praises Pitcher Joss, and comments on Rep Storey’s lengthy speech. It notes Potter Palmer and John L. Gardner in passing and mentions Mark Twain on Gen Funston.
An editorial collection discusses Havemeyer's testimony on Cuban sugar crop ownership under reciprocity, Hawaii as proof, and the trust’s limited role. It covers Long's Philippines stance, Roosevelt's policy, and a hostile critique by Henry Watterson, plus warnings against immediate evacuation of the Philippines and fears of European intervention.
In Paris whispers say the widow of Senator Cushman K Davis is engaged to Don Abcazua, once Spanish minister for the colonies wrested from Spain. They met in Paris during Davis's tenure on the peace commission. Professor Barrett Wendell of Harvard has been elected Clark lecturer of English at Cambridge University for the coming year.
The Monmouth sailer on the Sandy Hook route joins the line’s premier fleet of Monmouth Sandy Hook and St Johns gliding from Pier 8 North River to Atlantic Highlands with coast rail links to Seabright Long Branch Deal Elberon Asbury Park Avon Pt Pleasant Dining rooms run by top caterers. New Jersey Central installs a fire brigade at West Street property and carpets aisles in Atlantic City Lakewood Shore and main line trains. New double ended suburban locomotives arrive, praised for strength speed and punctuality.
Newton May 5 The first drowning this season on the Charles river within Newton occurred last evening at Weston bridge. Robert Lehman 23 of 24A Cross St Somerville drowned after his canoe overturned Miss Alma Cummings his boating companion was rescued. Two men in the area heard cries and helped, Miss Cummings was sent home to Charlestown. The patrol boat recovered Lehman’s body and brought it ashore. The couple had rented the canoe at Riverside in the afternoon.
Washington reports indicate four leaders of the season will withdraw from society for a quiet rest this summer. Among them is Mrs Roosevelt who, with her children, will depart Washington for Oyster Bay to spend the summer away from public scrutiny and return in the fall.
Enere the latter part of Septem r Interest is also felt in the rumor that enforced retirement will remove the charming wife of Senator Depew from needy people. Who have become so g her short season Helani ch Yemein in Washing as until the close of Congress. Just where Corbin and his charming wife will spend their quiet summer has not been decided, but with the young and beautiful wife of the Belgian minister, Baroness Moncheur, she will be able to enter upon next winter's brilliant social season with new interest and new zest. Society is rife with gossip over the schedule of the story in these house holds, and new interest is given the past brilliant season on this account.
The orders set a June 7 assembly at South Framingham for the 1st Brigade led by Brig. Gen. Mathews with a June 8 to 14 drill, plus a partial ambulance detachment. Cadet corps drill at Hingham July 12 with camp July 13–19, and Boxford July 10 to 26 for the 2d Cadets. The 2nd Brigade drills at Lakeville July 12. camp July 13–19.
Sam May former mayor of Chinatown was carried through Chicago in a regal funeral. About a hundred thousand people—friends and curious crowds—witnessed the Chinese mayoral tribute with elaborate rites, mandarin robes, and banners. Delegations from New York San Francisco Portland Boston joined in honoring the dead head of Chicago's Chinatown.
New York May 5. A London despatch says the House of Commons will meet today under new procedure. Observers doubt the plan meets Mr. Balfour's aims as concessions calm the scheme yet expectations remain high. The daily session time shifts from 3 to 2 PM and education bill opens the first trial.
Tolson of the E. H. Sothern company suffered facial and arm burns when a fuse burned out at the Opera house on Friday night. initial fears about his eyesight were later eased by a St. John's hospital report indicating he is expected to recover sight.
Rose Quinn of 194 Suffolk Street fractured a leg after a fall in front of 66 Jefferson Street Saturday. She was transported by ambulance to St. John's Hospital for treatment.
In the advertising columns the Bartlett farm at Carlisle is announced for sale on Monday May 12. The sale will include the farm and all farming tools and personal property. Auctioneer is Mr Otis H Forbush.
Ninety dozen boys and girls double knee socks offer extra long legs and seamless feet, priced 2 pairs for 25 cents for sizes 6 to 9 1 2. Also 50 dozen ladies Jersey Vests in high and low neck styles, extra large, 2 for 25 cents. Come to the old reliable trade store for bargains all week.
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