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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1900
Page
1
A mosaic of quips on warfare, politics, and weather from a era weekly. References to soft-nosed projectiles, Boer War fronts, and misfired leaders mix with notes on Vesuvius, travel safety, and stockholders. Mentions Hart, Buller, Roberts, Bryan, and figures like Jeffries.
A young man who has acquired the habit of systematic saving has half attained a fortune.
The Traders National Bank welcomes small savings accounts at 4 percent per year compounded semi annually with monthly interest. It transacts general banking business and issues foreign exchange in English German and Swedish money. Safety deposit boxes private coupon rooms and a ladies banking room are available. Open 8 am to 4 pm weekdays Saturday 8 am to 1 pm 7 to 9 pm. Depository of the United States and Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 30 to 46 Middlesex Street and 11 Post Office Avenue.
London May 11 Roberts telegraphs the war office from Riot Spruit reporting a successful day. The forces have driven the enemy from point to point and are now eight miles north of the river along the infantry portion. Casualties: killed four, wounded five.
Helena May 11 Tim president of Pop Wong Weh cablegram to Empress Dowager via British embassy in Shanghai demanding the heir apparent be superseded and Emperor Kwang Su restored. Tim says funds will equip an army in China to march on the Empress and begin revolution this summer, but the message was halted for security reasons.
Jeffries and Corbett prepare for a 25 round world championship clash at Seaside Sporting Club Coney Island tonight. Both boxers in excellent shape. Corbett declares peak form and confidence in reclaiming the world title. Jeffries is favored two to one in the early betting.
Washington May 11 The President commuted Private Frank Miller of Company I 23d regiment sentenced by court martial for rape on Cebu to a dishonorable discharge forfeiture of all pay and confinement to hard labor in the penitentiary for 20 years.
Albany May 11 The N E Telephone and Telegraph company filed with the secretary of state a certificate increasing capital stock from fifteen million to twenty million. The paid in capital is nearly fourteen million, while debts and liabilities total five million and a quarter.
A man placed a white object on the rail as a Lindell avenue line car moved westward in St Louis May 11. The car struck it, a deafening report followed, and it filled with smoke though no one was injured. The substance was guncotton.
Boston May 11 The election of national officers of the Ancient Order of Hibernians resulted in the reelection of John T Keating of Chicago as president and the election of John E Dolin of Syracuse as vice president John P Bree of New Haven as secretary and P L Moran of Washington as treasurer.
Kaspar 8. Tavitian of Lawrence, who eloped with the daughter of Rev. A. Goolian, an Armenian priest in Worcester, has reached his home in Lawrence and resumed his mill work as if nothing extraordinary had happened. The young wife seems happy and confident of her father’s blessing. They are keeping house at 116 Common Street.
The movement to raise boarding house prices in corporations is backed by an agent supporting keepers who favor higher rates. Current rates are $1.75 for women plus 30 cents from mills, totaling $2.05 weekly, and $2.75 for men. Keepers aim for $3 for men and $2.25 for women, with front-row keepers involved under the present structure.
The Merrimack corporation has ceased operations as the higher cost of basic necessities drives up the price of board. The decision reflects broader inflation pressures impacting local businesses and households alike.
The Legislature passed a law requiring street railway companies in the state to carry public school children at half the regular fare. Worcester Consolidated is expected to challenge the constitutionality in court, while Lowell and Suburban already offer discounted school tickets. The act defines fare at one half, ticket lots of ten, valid on school days, with a $25 penalty for noncompliance.
The gas hearing before the gas commissioners on the Lowell petition for cheaper gas is set for June 7. The city solicitor's appropriation resolution is held up by a reconsideration notice in the board of aldermen and not yet before the common council and mayor. A Lynn gas investigation report due later this month will shape Lowell's likely course, with the solicitor balancing city interests.
Arthur F. Salmon acts for Thomas J. Welch’s parents to honor the Lowell native who died in the Philippines. He has opened correspondence with Welch’s company captain and the war department to arrange body return and aid for the four year old orphan son, including possible pension.
Miss Ruby Cutter, soprano, debuts at Carnegie Hall with Petchnikoff and Hambourg, earning five recalls. The orchestral society plans a testimonial concert for Emil J. Borjes next Sunday afternoon. Other soloists include David McHugh and James Donnelly. program details in advertisement.
The Daniel Webster debating club met at the Il mira club rooms on Central street but postponed due to one debater’s absence. Next round features Crowley Drain Murphy Carr debating the resolution that a sailor’s life is harder than a soldier’s. The Elmira club rooms host the May 24 meeting.
Run down men and women lurk in every crowd as overdrawn by the bank of quality. Hood's Sarsaparilla ton es the stomach and digestive organs enriches and vitalizes the blood. It creates appetite, aids digestion, and restores vigor when you feel weak and tired.
Sold by all druggists at one dollar Hood's Sarsaparilla is promoted as America’s greatest medicine with a claim to superior health benefits and exclusive availability through Hood’s distribution.
A crowded police court heard cases of larceny assault and battery breaking and entering and neglect of wife. Buckley found guilty of stealing a watch from Nellie Ivers and fined ten dollars plus two for drunkenness. Donnelly labeled a common drunkard sent to the state farm with bond options. Carron pleaded guilty to non support placed on probation for three months. Goulet charged with assault and battery faced a rowdy trial with a contempt threat and the case postponed. Multiple defendants were fined or jailed, with several placed on probation and others released or continued for further action.
A woman laments that the latest shirtwaist fashions surpass her winter-made garments, expressing self dissatisfaction with her skills and taste as the new styles appear more refined and stylish.
The Lexington and Boston Electric Car company plans to begin service tomorrow with a route from Lowell to Arlington Heights via Billerica and Lexington. The line promises rapid, comfortable travel with cars at 38 mph, modern amenities, strong power plants, and through tickets to Lowell, aiming for a high standard of safety and efficiency.
Few clothiers offer the right kind of clothing for boys outgrowing knee trousers yet not ready for men's wear. We tailor youths top coats and suits in whipcord, cov ert, Oxford cheviots, worsteds, and cassimere with plain or silk facings. Our furnishing stock meets the rising young man's needs.
In Chicago a stranger notes open doors of handsome offices while occupants flee. The Native man confirms and mentions President Harper of the Chicago university racing to raise 73,000 before 6 o'clock, as reported by the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
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