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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1900
Page
1
An Albany Journal poem portrays a Saturday night teacher tallying class data from attendance to flagellation cases then dreams of dying. In the underworld a doctor reads fossilized skulls etched with figures, declaring statistics ossified the brain, revealing a nineteenth century view of education and judgment.
A dated, quirky piece notes strawberries called peaches, strikes in western cities, and local oaths about the Lowell Hood. It mentions beach visits, a Browning reference, a chilly 28 degree morning, Boston mayor’s concise style, and August sun ahead.
Massachusetts report says Kendall Pollard superintendent of the Swampscott water works vanished from his home after attending a water commissioners meeting last Friday. He turned over about $1000 in water fees to the board. Friends fear foul play though his finances are stated to be in order. Mrs Pollard suspects he may have gone to Denver.
A lighthearted note contrasts a paper bag of coffee berries on a desk with the accusation of drinking booze. It reminds readers that onions during May Day at boarding houses were a common sight too.
Bank opens at 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays. Depository locations listed include 380 to 46 Middlesex Street and 11 Post Office Avenue in Massachusetts.
Lord Roberts reports progress across the Zand river with Pole-Carew and Tucker divisions, Hamilton's heavy artillery, and four brigades of cavalry marching there. A Pretoria despatch notes Boer retreat from the Zand river as Roberts' forces pursue along three routes. A burgheress suggests forming a women’s corps to defend the Transvaal amid the war.
Middle of the Roaders in Cincinnati named M W Howard Wharton Barker and Ignacius Donnelly for president. In Sioux Falls the Populist National Convention opened with no contested delegations and Thomas M Patterson of Ohio chosen permanent chairman.
St Louis May 10 Police protected most streetcars with officers on every car and at fault points. Passenger numbers were low. If protection is not provided across all lines, the streetcar system will not run further today.
Elmer Maxwell of Sackville New Brunswick was convicted of manslaughter in the death of Captain George Baisley of the American schooner Vandusen on the high seas. He received eight years in state prison and a one dollar fine.
New Jersey suffered great crop damage as a heavy frost swept northern areas and Rockland County reported freezing temperatures. The thermometer stood at 38 degrees this morning, down 26 degrees from yesterday, with ice forming in several places.
Bishops Foss and Mallalieu led the May 9 session in Chicago as delegates and visitors applauded a patriotic gift of roses bearing flags. Dr. J W Hunter praised the work among freedmen and a chorus then sang America. Debates on floor rules and officer nominations were halted and most items sent to committees.
The meeting debated method of bringing matters to the general conference, kneeling practices in churches, and episcopacy rules. Resolutions urged full reporting by standing committees, while nominations and district residency rules sparked division. A bid for a colored bishop gained traction, and memorials addressed temperance and church-state issues.
Mrs. Martin Lynch widow of Martin Lynch longtime Roxbury resident died at St John’s hospital after a long illness. She lived with sister Mrs Peter Quinn since her husband’s death and leaves two sons William Lynch of Norfolk Brewing Boston and Charles Lynch a New York Sun reporter. Also noted is the passing of Knights of Pythias Past Grand Chancellor Charles C Egerton in Boston after a brief illness with decades of service in the order and local leadership roles.
Alfred B. Watson and Miss Louisa Aspin, both of Lowell, were married at 60 Whipple Street by Rev. Brown EB. Smith, pastor of Immanuel Baptist church, on Wednesday May 9, 1900.
Alderman John H Beaulieu clarifies voting against then endorsing Mr O Connor for the board of health at a Ward Three Republican Club meeting. He defends party loyalty, notes Mayor's right to appoint, and comments on cheaper gas and paving plans while praising Lowell High School's value. Dr Edwin E Kinney discusses high school education as a bridge to future opportunities.
An advertisement extols 8 Sarsaparilla as the ultimate remedy for sickness and poor health. It asserts the product’s superior merit and sales, urging readers to choose the medicine that will set them right, backed by claims of broad success with many others.
An advertisement for Hood's Sarsaparilia calling it America's greatest medicine, priced at 1 dollar. Prepared by C. I. Hood & Co of Lowell, Massachusetts.
At Lawrence on Wednesday the defense in the St. Thomas's church case argued Mrs. C. E. Huse planned to purchase and own the church property with the church only using it if worship matched her views. Testimony covered insurance, land value, and questions of trustees with witnesses claiming she paid for the site and declined trustee receipts.
The divorce and equity court convenes next Monday in this city for May sessions. First ten cases listed include Prescott versus Felch number 3, Byron versus city of Everett 4000, Merrill versus Merrill 4946, Eaton versus Pratt et al 6391, Dearborn versus Wilder 6459, Hanson versus Hagerman 5519, Scannell et al versus Segal 5566, D Arcy rep versus Stener 5613, Ham versus Twombly 5643, and Conners versus Conners et al 5744.
A meeting for friends of St. Johns hospital is set in Jackson hall Sunday at 3 PM. Dr. George W. Galvin of Boston Emergency Hospital is invited to present his plan for an emergency hospital in Lowell, with time for others to speak or ask questions.
The third meeting of the year for Normal school teachers of Massachusetts was held at the Normal school on Broadway with nine principals. Principal F. F. Coburn hosted the visitors who inspected the Bartlett grammar school and praised Miss Devereaux's kindergarten department. Dr. W. P. Beckwith spoke on Chemistry and Physics in the Normal School after a noon dinner by Page. Attendees included Henry Whittemore, H. F. Boyd, F. H. Russell, F. F. Murdock, W. P. Beckwith, W. A. Baldwin, J. G. Thompson, G. H. Bartlett, and F. F. Coburn.
C company U S V plans a reunion at Rodingham tomorrow evening, inviting members and veterans to gather for a social event and reminiscences about past service and shared experiences.
Daniel Martin faced another examination for assault with a knife. bail reduced from 3000 to 1500 as his wife’s bonds funds were tied. Fred P. Ryan, charged with drunkenness and assault, defended himself and was fined eight dollars. Goulet and Parsons’ case delayed. Contour alias Sims found guilty of assault on Cohen and sentenced to a fine. Several drunk offenses led to short terms for Gustav Anderson and Mary A Poor.
The semi annual meeting of the Andover and Woburn branch of the Women s Board of Missions for about 45 churches convened in Pawtucket Congregational church this forenoon. Mrs Edward Y Hincks of Andover chaired with Mrs F W Whittemore also present. Reports from auxiliaries circles and Christian Endeavor dominated the forenoon as Mrs Wm Farnham of Lowell spoke on The Cradle Roll. Rev Sarah A Dixon of Tyngsboro led a noon prayer and a basket lunch was served during the intermission.
The 10 year old son of Dr. R J Mansfield of 397 Broadway was accidentally drowned in Thompson's field canal off Broadway street. He, his brother Paul, and friends had played baseball after school. A granite rock ruptured the bank sending Harry into the water. efforts by a companion failed and search continued until midnight. Undertaker O'Donnell's men dragged the canal without success before night.
Chelmsford reports the Johnson pump has halted 55 building fires and 49 of 50 forest fires in Wakefield demonstrating its efficacy. The high school will host a former principal C W Averell to finish the term easing acclimation. Frances Nye teaches drawing to Centre school girls, tour Friday after drill. Ex Superintendent George T Knowlton named superintendent of a three town union district centered at Swanzey. The Dutton family plans a summer stay at Russell house Newton Centre, with daughter Mrs Moore’s family joining briefly. Sunday services at the Unitarian church feature Rev. Wm Brown of Tyngsboro and a 6 30 Y P G meeting led by Pastor Pierce.
Timothy Wilkins of Carlisle died May 2 at age 79 10 14 of malaria. He was a lifelong farmer and flower enthusiast. Surviving: son Frank E. and daughter Festina E. Funeral held at his home with local clergy and singers. interment in Green Cemetery. Also notes on Mrs. Nathaniel H. Hutchinson ill with paralysis, town assessors to reassess real estate May 21, a Mary Pr Wilkins reunion, and Augusta Adams joining Orthodox church by letter.
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