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Newspaper

Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1902

Page

10

Relay Report Reveals Day and Night Times

The notice lists solar and lunar times with sunrise at 4.32 and sunset at 6.51, day length 14.19 hours, moon set at 7.56 p.m. The fragment preserves timing data from a weather or almanac style column.

Indigestion Cures and Court Postponement Notice

An old column promotes Burdock Blood Bit ters as a stomach aid and mentions general indigestion relief. The Lowell superior court jury waived session, scheduled for May, is postponed by chief justice order with a later notice to follow. A. T. Richardson, formerly of the city, is in from San Diego to sell his property, with Geo. B. Coburn brokering.

Wilson Herne Burdock Superior Court Lowell A. T. Richardson San Diego Cal Geo. B. Coburn Richardson

Founder's Day Celebrations At Rogers Hall School

Students at Rogers Hall observed founder's day with talks by Hon George F Richardson and Mrs Richardson, a field day of races and games, a luncheon, and a two nine baseball game won by Hall's team 23 to 20. Notable performances included Ellingwood and Faulkner winning multiple events and Ellingwood hitting a home run.

Rogers Hall School George F. Richardson D. Wright A. Faulkner H. Parsons A. Marsh B. Chalifoux M. Pillsbury Miss A. Faulkner L. Bellamy Miss D. Wright D. Ellingwood M. Hall Miss C Ellingwood P. Lovell Nesmith Bellamy Holmes Swift Coram If Nichols m Quincy Js Miss Ellingwood Dorothy Ellingwood Alice Faulkner Florence Harrison Louise Ramsdell

Postum Food Coffee Helps Heartburn and Headaches

A Chicago nurse recounts multiple cases where coffee caused heart palpitations headaches and indigestion. Switching to Postum Food Coffee improved her symptoms and those of relatives and colleagues. She notes easy preparation and sustained use for over two years.

M. N. Clark Ogden Avenue Chicago

May Party at Old Ladies Home Shows Charitable Grace

The annual May party at the Old Ladies Home raised funds for charity with a fine supper and a musical program directed by Mrs. James J. Kerwin. Rooms glittered, florists supplied heavy flower tables, and numerous ladies and assistants oversaw the candy and pound tables. Supper, managed by Mrs. Samuel Young and helpers, featured fourteen young waiters led by Miss Rebecca Bartlett, as magnolia decor framed the dining rooms. An evening concert followed, conducted by Mrs. James J. Kerwin.

Old Ladies’ Home Solon W. Stevens O. B. Ranlett Charles Howe Henry c. Church Meta Jefferson Harry R. Rice Abbie Gates Lewis H. Swift Mary Stevens H. A. Lambert Charles Forrest Helen Lambert Josephine Earl C. W. Eaton F. E. Dunbar Florence Young Alice Duckworth Ethel Gray Grace Hylan Julia Stevens Mabel Hall May Nickerson Helen Bowers Adelaide Baker Samuel Young A. M. Hayward Rebecca Bartlett Thomas Stott C. H. Conant Edw. Coburn W. W. Duncan J.or W. B. Shaw Frank Shaw Wm. Hall N. B. Kerr F. B. Sherburne Brabrook Robert Wood Pinder Noyes Shattuck A. C. Russell W. F. Lane T. C. Entwistle E. K. Humphrey H. B. Hill Magnolia James J.<erwin

Sewer Work Takes Action On Some Petitions

City sewer committee held a hearing at City Hall on six petitions for sewers. Alderman Badger chaired. others present included O Sullivan van and Barton. Petitions from Gilbride for Middlesex Street. Stillings for Raymond Street. Fels for Ottawa and Campaw streets. Weber for Agawam Street. and Wick for Brunswick Street were discussed. referrals and recommendations were made. The city engineer estimated 8500 dollars for a sewer on Aiken Avenue and Essex Street, and the committee favored construction as requested.

Badger O'Sullivan van Barton Patrick Gilbride Middlesex Street Walker Street Wilton Avenue Gilbride E. A. Stillings Raymond Street August Fels Ottawa Campaw Streets Lakeview Avenue Ottawa Street Campaw Street John M. Weber Agawam Street Moore St. James Street Brunswick Street Railroad Street Chelmsford Street Michael McGlinchey Walnut Street Chapel Street Gorham Street Fels Stillings Meier Elliott

Textile council meets as Fall River agents seek weavers

Union labor notes a well attended Textile council meeting at Calders and Pick ers Hall with President R F Conroy presiding Two Fall River agents attended seeking weavers in plain and lateen work as mills in Fall River rush orders to keep looms running Plasterers and Bricklayers also held brief sessions with routine business and new applications at Building Laborers Hall

Textile Council Calders and Pickers’ Hall R. F. Conroy Fall River Middle Street

Badger’s Prompt Reply as Acting Mayor in Lowell

William E. Badger, acting mayor during Mayor Dimon’s illness, sends May 6 1902 letters to Dimon. He notes health improvement, acknowledges May 3 and 5 letters, and says all duties were performed with Secretary Conway’s full knowledge and consent. Dimon able to resume mayoral duties.

Sec. Conway Badger Dimon Lowell Chas R. Dimon WM. E. Badger Chas. A. R. Dimon Conway

Barber Getchell Marriage in Nashua and City Nuptials

In Nashua New Hampshire on May 6 William A Barber of Leyden Massachusetts married Edith H Getchell of Nashua at St Jean Baptiste parish residence A separate Nashua ceremony saw William Page and Alice Phillips wed with Charles Crosby as best man and Ida Depocher as bridesmaid

Nashua N. H William A. Barber Leyden, Mass Edith H. Getchell St. Jean Baptiste Church William Page Alice Phillips Amyette Charles Crosby Ida Depocher

Butler Veterans to Attend Firemen's Muster in Charles Town

General Butler Veteran Firemen’s Association met last night and admitted five new members. Delegates who attended the New England Veteran Firemen’s League annual meeting in Boston reported on proceedings. The group voted to attend the muster in Charles Town on June 17.

General Butler Veteran Firemen’s Association New England Veteran’ Firemen’s League Boston Charlestown

Missionary Conference of Mer rimack Valley Held at First Baptist

A missionary conference of the Mer rimack Valley association convened yesterday at the First Baptist church drawing a large audience. Rev. Smith T. Ford opened at 2 30 with remarks by Dr. Hiscox of Malden and Dr. Applegarth of Cambridge. A 6 o'clock supper in the vestry was organized by Mrs. F A Bowen and others with several waitresses assisting. The evening session began at 7 30 with addresses by Rev. Mr. Ward, Mrs. Scott, and others focusing on work in the South.

Merrimack Valley Association First Baptist Church Smith T. Ford Hiscox Malden Applegarth Cambridge F. A. Bowen Russell Cleveland

Saunders Cunning ham wedding at 27 Fay Street in Nashua

The marriage of Herbert R. Saunders and Edith M Cunning ham was held at the bride’s parents home at 27 Fay Street. Rev J N Craig officiated with Louise Lafave as bridesmaid and Burton Saunders as groomsman. Guests included out of town visitors from Somerville New Boston and Westford. The couple departed for Montreal at 9 10 pm and will reside in Nashua after May 20.

Herbert R. Saunders Edith M. Cunningham Fay Street Saunders Nashua J. N. Craig First Presbyterian Church Louise Lafavre Burton Saunders Edward Lovejoy Somerville Esther Lovejoy Daisy “Taylor New Boston N. H Fred Saunders Westford

May Accept Call to Paige Street Church

Rev. A W Jefferson of Pawtucket Rhode Island will supply Paige Street F B pulpit morning and evening next Sunday. Jefferson does not come as a candidate having already received a unanimous call from the church and society to be pastor. He has not yet signified acceptance but is expected to decide soon.

A. W. Jefferson Pawtucket R. L Paige Street F. B Jefferson Church and Society

Miss Perrin's Reception Highlights Huntington Hall Dance

Miss Blanche Perrin hosted her annual reception for pupils and friends at Huntington Hall last evening. The event featured fancy dances by Ruth and Leslie McKay, with numbers like Coming Thro' the Rye and Highland Fling. The American orchestra provided music, Marshall did the decorations, and refreshments were served by the D. L. Page company.

Blanche Perrin Huntington Hall Miss Ruth Leslie McKay Inez George Ola Hynes Mildred Maud York Ruth Josephine Maguire Beulah McDonald Ralph Lora Alice Gregory Marshall D. L. Page Company

Made-to-order sliding screens by J. B. Goodwin

On a hot day comfort comes from screens protecting homes from flies and mosquitoes. Goodwin offers superior sliding screens for windows and single or double doors, promising better value than department store rivals. He quotes figures and runs an office reachable by telephone.

J. B. Goodwin Goodwin

Last Church Sociable Run by Mrs Richardson at Pawtucket

The Pawtucket church season finale social last night was hosted by Mrs George Richardson. Rev W F Poor provided readings and clarinet soloist Mr Yagerhorn performed during the entertainment.

Pawtucket George Richardson W. F. Poor Mr. Yagerhorn

Eagles Fly to Lawrence for Intercity Initiation

A large group of local Eagles members traveled to Lawrence last evening in a chartered car. About 75 members were entertained by Lawrence Eagles, were initiated, and dined at a banquet hall with musical performances before returning home. F. A. M. Tobin serves as local president.

The Eagles Lawrence Society of the Down River City F. A. M. Tobin

Secretary Baer to Speak in Lowell Meeting

J Willis Baer of Christian Endeavor fame returns from a Pacific coast tour and will address a large mass meeting at the First Presbyterian Church next Sunday at 3 30 p m The Lowell C E union has long sought his services and invites all to attend the event.

Lowell J. Willis Baer Christian Endeavor Pacific Coast C. E. Union First Presbyterian Church Baer

Absolute auction sale of Lowell residence and lots set for May 13

J E Conant and Co announce the sale of a premier Lowell estate at 238 Pine Street corner Highland Avenue on May 13 1902 at 4 30 PM including a ten room house with cellars stables and modern plumbing and three adjoining lots totaling 12 774 square feet with lawn shrubs fruit trees and graded streets. Purchasers to deposit 750 300 and 200 respectively. Proceeds benefit Mrs C C Morse husband died 1899 and residence now offered with liberal terms.

Highlands Elzadia Chamberlin Lowell Morse Northwood Ridge N. H Pine Street Highland Avenue Jos. A. Coram E. A. Smith A. T. Smith Dr. Trueworthy F. C. Goodale Jos. P. Thompson Wm. F. Hills A. A. Robinson A. B. Woodworth Hawthorne Street C. C. Morse

Lowell Board of Trade eyes shoe plant here

The board of trade committee met at the board rooms to urge United Shoe Machinery Co to locate in Lowell. The industry board and newspaper representatives attended. A memorial outlining Lowell advantages was prepared by C. H. Conant Jesse Shepard and C. L. McCleery.

Board of Trade United Shoe Machinery Co Board of Industry of Lowell C. H. Conant Jesse Shepard C. L. McCleery Mail

Lowell's Public Spirit Tackles Shoe Plant Location

A Worcester Telegram column notes United States Shoe Machinery Co officials praised Worcester's Barbers Crossing site near Allen-Higgins Co. and Salisbury land. Local bids included 20 acres on Hamilton Street offered by Harringtons and 15 more acres from H H Bigelow, plus Whittal and James estate parcels. The visit fostered hope Worcester wins the plant.

Worcester Lowell Commonwealth United States Shoe Machinery Co United States Shoe Machinery Company Stephen Salisbury Barbers Crossing Allen-Higgins Co Francis A. Harrington H. Augustus Harrington Hamilton Street H. H. Bigelow Jamesville James South Worcester Matthew J. Whittal

Wall of American House Stable Collapses

A wall section eight feet high and twelve feet wide collapsed yesterday afternoon at the Ameri can house stable. Repairs are planned for today to restore the damaged structure.

Missing man James D. Phelps last seen at home

Reported missing with few details. James D. Phelps about 40 years old, 125 pounds, last seen leaving 16 Bolton Place Tuesday morning. Describes navy blue coat and vest, dark trousers, black derby hat, and pink and white shirt. Right thumb and finger are cut off.

James D. Phelps Bolton Place Phelps

Local Notes On Health And Community Events

Mrs J A Lombard of Bradford street is slowly recovering from a serious illness. A large delegation from the local army of Foresters will attend the State convention in North Adams June 20 21 and 22. Joseph McCann formerly with the Hamilton corporation left for Sugar Hill Lisbon NH to work at the Sunset house. Mrs Josephine W McKennedy organist of St Peters church is temporarily absent due to a sprained wrist received yesterday.

J. A. Lombard Bradford Street Army of Foresters the Order North Adams Joseph McCann Hamilton Corporation Sugar Hill Lisbon N. H Sunset House Josephine W. McKennedy St. Peter's Church

Beach Haven: a premier New Jersey coastal resort gains fame

A New York reader learns Beach Haven on the New Jersey coast offers cool seas, fine bathing, sheltered coves for sailing, superb fishing and shooting, palatial hotels, and strong social life. The New Jersey Central will connect the Atlantic City express to Beach Haven after May 10, shortening travel to 2.55 hours via Whitings. For Beach Haven books contact C. M. Burt, G. P. A., New York.

New Jersey Beach Haven New Jersey Central Atlantic City Express New York Whitings C. M. Burt Beach Haven Books

Royal Travelers on Lake Shore and Southern Railway

Europe and elsewhere travelers receive special care yet all passengers are treated with the same high standards. The Lake Shore and Southern Railway emphasizes speed comfort and safety, leveraging money and science to uphold its world wide reputation for service.

Europe Lake Shore & Southern Railway

Picture Framing at Maker's Corner

Maker's at John and Merrimack streets offers framing services with a fine line of new mouldings. Work is described as first class and prices as the lowest. George E. Maker, corner John and Merrimack streets.

John and Merrimack Streets George E. Maker Merrimack Street

Fourteen Musical Numbers At New Hillside Church

Fourteen splendid musical selections performed at New Hillside church Dracut tonight. The sextette from Lucia de Lammermoor was joined by Mrs Pepin Mrs Roberts and Messrs Wardell Walh Swift and Needham for a varied program featuring solo and ensemble pieces.

Epidemic of Colds Warns of Pneumonia Link

Medical world studies spring cold epidemic with many throat infections and pneumonia cases. in one city 67 pneumonia cases and 66 deaths. Weather swings and low vitality blamed. warns against patent medicines. Father John's Medicine touted as a guaranteed cold cure without poisons.

Father John

Notice of Probate Court Adminship in Middlesex County

Heirs and creditors warned in the Middlesex Probate Court of Lowell to show cause why FRANK J SHERWOOD of Lowell should not receive letters of administration for the estate of ANN BOYD late of Lowell intestate. Court to convene May 20, 1902 at 9 am. Public notice to run weekly for three weeks in the Lowell Courier. Dharves J. McIntire presiding. a24 mi-88S. H. FOLSOM, Register.

Ann Boyd Lowell Frank J.sherwood Pesienes Middlesex Dharves J. McIntire Esquire H. Folsom

Will Probate Notice for William H. Anderson Estate

Commonwealth of Setis Middlesex. To heirs and all interested in the estate of William H. Anderson: a document claiming to be his last will has been presented to the court for probate by Charles M. Williams of Lowell who seeks letters testamentary without bond. Publication requires seven days notice in Lowell Daily prior to the hearing. Judge Charles J. McIntire signs the notice dated April 23, 1902.

William H. Anderson Lowell Charles M. Williams Middlesex Charles J. McIntire Esquire

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