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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1900
Page
4
Rail service on the Boston and Maine line runs trains between Lowell and Boston. The service schedule and any changes affecting arrivals and departures are not fully detailed in the fragment.
The May 10 1560 Lowell Daily Courier reports liners sailing with full passenger loads to Europe and cautions travelers about homeward plans this year. It surveys Danish West Indies policy, Boer War fronts with Lord Roberts and Gen Buller, naval arms like Holland torpedo boats, Spain’s postwar recovery, and concerns over Cuban post office embezzlement while noting British naval progress near Ladysmith and Pretoria.
The passage notes Boers excel at using position and opportunity in natural defense, making it hard for adversaries to breach. It argues Lord Roberts advancing into Vaal territory would be easier than Buller’s mountain campaign, given the terrain and tactical advantages.
Lord Salisbury warns of rising global unrest tied to imperial policy and the dangers of governing distant dependencies. The piece argues the United States could face similar strains without fundamental constitutional reform, cautions against entrusting the masses with self rule, and urges gradual, solid growth rather than hasty expansion.
Lieutenant-Commander J C Gilmore, U S N, is said to have received a $1000 offer from a well known magazine for an account of his experiences as a captive of the Filipinos. He has been ordered to serve again as executive officer of the training ship Prairie, soon to undertake a transatlantic cruise.
Quotes from the Manchester Union Chicago News and Boston Advertiser discuss presidents cabinet deaths reform of the Congressional Record and the paradoxes of reform. They note Cleveland era cabinet deaths within 15 years of his first inauguration and question reforming the Record to only include what was actually said, highlighting the impracticality of ideal reforms.
The Boston Journal notes that while voters seek clarity on the canal bill vote, the core fact is that all Massachusetts representatives favor constructing an American isthmian canal and insist it should be built through Nicaragua.
Mrs. Sarah FE. Barlow widow of John W. Barlow a longtime St. John's church figure and local benefactor died suddenly at her home 91 Bradford street Lawrence Wednesday afternoon age 63. She walked downtown in the morning and later complained of illness heart trouble was the cause. She leaves three married daughters.
The column mixes a streetcar anecdote about a well nourished woman spitting repeatedly with light notes on stage actress Louise Lawton, medical care hints for dog and cat bites, golf proverb humor, advertising satire, a grandfather’s letter about two little boys named Donald and Philip, and a weather log from Chelmsworth showing a 87 degree swing.
A fragment shows Mrs Stubb calling out an advertisement for a Kentucky real estate syndicate with the line if you live in Kentucky you ll never live elsewhere and Mr Stubb noting there is truth in it.
Reiger's California Perfumes advertises regular 50 cent goods with items priced at 27 cents per ounce from Carleton and Hovey. The small display notes offerings and pricing for shoppers in the period.
A large audience enjoyed a strong staging of Erminie by Jakobowski and Paulton at the Opera House. The company included Francis Wilson Pauline Hall Jennie Weathersby with Lulu Glaser and others delivering lively performances. The production showcased capable singing, humor, and up-to-date lyric changes while ending the Opera House season on a high note.
Winnifred A. Cannon, a well known young woman of this city, died Tuesday afternoon in Medford where she had been staying. The remains were brought to Lowell by Undertaker C. H. Molloy. She is survived by her mother, three sisters Mrs. Tucke, Mary, and Bridget Cannon, and two brothers Thomas and Michael F. Cannon.
Funeral services for Edward F Faulkner Jr were held yesterday morning at 8 30 from his parents home at 32 Sargent Street and a requiem mass followed at St Patrick's Church. Rev Burket officiated with music by Schmidt and the choir under P P Haggerty. Strong floral tributes marked the service, and interment was in the Catholic cemetery with Rev Ir Burke presiding at the grave.
Miss Fanny Reed aunt of Mrs. Arthur Paget tops American colony social scene preparing elaborate events for the season and exposition Mrs. Paget plans a visit to entertain many titled guests Reed, famed for wit and Paris years, is described as a rich, stylish figure with a youthful look and notable magazine writings. Centralville I O F hosts a Tuesday gathering led by several members and a concert is announced for May 23 with talent to be announced. Amadee Tremblay of Company 1, 26th U S regiment, reports excellent health and sends regards to Lowell friends. A family reunion at 74 Westford street welcomed Ben Frank Stevens now cashier of a Portland bank. M C Cuttle resigns as head of Shaw Stocking dyeing dept effective May 12.
A local sale offers jewelry crafted for the store with guaranteed quality and a promise to stand behind it. Limited days, advise morning visits to dodge crowds. Prices claim 50 to 75 percent below ordinary costs. basement venue. Summer fashion notes mention the summer girl and looser shirt waists as the season nears.
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