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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1899
Page
1
A quirky, fragmented report mentions the bicycle trust promising wheel production every five seconds and Connecticut experiencing a so called seismic jar possibly from a jar of wooden nutmegs. It notes dramatic Lawrence trip prospects, a pastor’s resignation provoking protest, wireless telegraphy and political influence questions, and a draughts move prompted by an open window.
A collage of light exchanges from vintage sources includes a geography quiz about Brazilian coffee, a legal adviser pan setting up a general denial, and a college sports quip about decoded signals. The items echo period humor and mock dialogue.
In Boston on May 17 Andrew H. Musgrave, husband of Mrs. Mary Musgrave, pleaded not guilty to murder in district court after her death from knife wounds at their 15 Farwell Place home. Autopsy pending. case adjourned to Saturday. Mrs. Musgrave, fifth Gillen family member to die since September, will be buried in Malden.
Boston May 17 Mr C H Nelson of Waterville Me known as Hod the breeder trainer and owner of Nelson the great racing stallion was run away with and injured this afternoon in Pemberton square. George A Holmes of Cambridgeport an old deaf and dumb man employed in the registry of deeds was also knocked down and seriously injured by the runaway horse.
The United States Refrigerating store ship Glacier departed New York today carrying stores and ammunition for Admiral Dewey's fleet bound for Manila.
Otis reports to the war department that Aguinaldo representatives seek terms of peace while insurgent forces withdraw to the mountains. A commission will seek peace, with insurgent detachments scattered and major towns abandoned or in retreat. Most provincial inhabitants favor peace, aided by insurgent cabinet members, and Otis characterizes the current outlook as favorable.
The peace conference opened at two this afternoon in the House in Woods near the Hague, called by the Czar of Russia. M. De Beaufort, president of the council and foreign minister of the Netherlands, delivered the inaugural address and welcomed the delegates.
Fort Smith Arkansas May 18 quiet at Huntington masks suppressed feeling as a sheriff and 15 deputies monitor rumors of a federal order directing the United States marshal to mobilize 40 deputies for Huntington. Authorities warn of potential direct federal involvement in the local conflict.
In Duluth on May 18 strikers wrecked a car with dynamite causing smoke and frightened passengers but no injuries. Glass shattered in nearby buildings and houses five blocks away rocked by the blast. An hour later another car was pelted with stones on both sides.
In St Louis on May 18 leading soap manufacturers from New York Chicago Cincinnati St Louis Kansas City and Nashville announce plans to organize a gigantic combine with a capital of 50 million dollars. The company will be incorporated under New Jersey law and will be finalized at a Cincinnati meeting next week.
Lawsuit outcome prompts demands for back pay for Thomas A. Donahue and Timothy Hayes. Mayor Eaton plans to include wages in next week's payroll if possible. Superintendent Hannon refuses to assign work. mayor vows to press reinstatement with potential writ if Hannon continues to refuse.
Secretary Alger has prepared a circular asking army officers to report on how canteens operate and affect enlisted men. The circular cites post exchange liquor sales, attorney general interpretations, and abuses by undisciplined wartime groups, aiming for a clear understanding and official guidance. Commanding officers of all troops, companies, and regiments are to be consulted.
The secretary seeks candid assessments on the army exchange system focusing on temperance morality and discipline, especially beer sales. Opponents claim officers cannot speak freely due to department stance. Reports should be frank within decorum to inform Congress with a correct evaluation of merits and defects.
Police commission mandate spurs saloon keepers to remove signs for express liquor orders. P. Cummiskey, Crystal, ex-councilman Turcotte, King of the Square, and others say they will follow the law, with delivery-based express orders now halted to comply with stricter licensing.
Dr and Mrs Joseph N Marston hosted an at home at 775 Bridge Street attended by 200 to 300 guests from cities nearby. The event featured palms and flowers from Paul R Burtt, a luncheon by D L Page Co, and an American orchestra on the second floor. Grandfather Marston, age 98, sent warm congratulations.
A Lowell woman ordered a bottle of cream from her market man. The cream proved Hood Farm brand and the customer praised it as the best she ever used, instructing future orders to be Hood Farm Cream. Hood Farm advertised fresh daily deliveries with half pint bottles at 15 cents and pints at 30 cents.
A merger unites eight electric street railways and light firms in Massachusetts and Rhode Island into the Massachusetts Electric companies. The capitalization will be at least 24 million dollars with half in 4 percent cumulative preferred stock and half in common stock. The Lowell and Suburban will operate under a 25 year lease with no stock sale or management change, while the system will be centralized in Boston.
The opening service of the General Association of Congregational Churches of Massachusetts was led by Rev. Joseph A. Goodrich of Shelburne. Reports on Work of the Churches were presented, committees named, and discussions held on ministerial standing and expansion themes.
Inspectors seized four cases and a keg of beer from the Boston & Lowell Despatch office in Jackson Street, traced to Cold Spring brewery in Lawrence for not marking its street and number. They claim the works are on South Union Street, an extension of Union Street. A second seizure occurred today for similar mislabeling, with one case from the American Express office also taken.
Hood Farm announces a premium purchase of 20 registered Jerseys from Hon. S Stevens Henry of Connecticut. The animals bring bloodlines from Baroness Argyle and Merry Maiden, and were tuberculin tested and veterinarian examined. They arrived in a Burton palace car with individual stalls and mangers, enhancing Hood Farm cream production amid strong demand.
Judge Hadley handled multiple arraignments in a morning session. Henderson and Krulewitch were held for the superior court in $600 bonds after pleading not guilty. Daley delayed due to delirium tremens, Lebley failed to appear, and Barrett, Breen, McGinn cases moved or filed. Gallagher house liquor seized was forfeited to the State.
Rev F O Hall formerly of Lowell spoke at a Cambridge anti imperialist meeting. He said if he were an American soldier in the Philippines he would refuse orders to shoot natives, even if it meant being shot as a traitor, preferring death over killing innocents.
Frank Goodale Thomas Smith and Billie Mulcahy fished Oakdale brook near Worcester yesterday and caught 87 fish. Mr Smith landed eleven but none were brought home as they were stolen from the train.
Lowell mayor declares he will run as an independent if Muldoon and his associates beat him for the nomination. He vows to contest the caucuses to elect a city committee while resisting any payroll that funds Muldoon. He says only a court order would force him to permit city money for Muldoon and opposes the office Barrett created.
Company C staged a highly praised drill at the State armory with Capt Greig and Lieut Kittredge in command. Spectators noted strong marching. Officers will attend South armory in Boston Monday at 6 PM to elect coronet, lieutenant colonel, and major, with Major Darling favored for first and Major Priestly for second. Capt Greig is expected to win the major post. Lieut Col Ames has withdrawn from the race.
The Lowell High school regiment held a sword drill at the armory last night. The ambulance corps conducted its regular meeting in its quarters at the armory last night.
Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mr and Mrs William A Kneeland in Chelmsford their daughter Miss Sarah Emma Kneeland wed Mr Milo Cilley of Somerville. Rev Wilson Waters of All Saints Church performed the ceremony. The couple plan a Washington visit and will live at in Warren street Roxbury.
Newell A Ranlett 80 a longtime Lowell resident died suddenly at his home 109 Third Street after returning from feeding his horse. He was born in Gilmanton New Hampshire and lived in Lowell about 60 years as a dry goods dealer auctioneer and later a livery keeper. Survived by his wife and son Newell Ranlett of Pelham. Also notes the death of Grace Hobbs 22 of North Berwick Maine who left Lowell after resigning from the local telephone exchange. consumption blamed for her death yesterday.
An ad lists blue and black diagonal cheviot vests and sailor suits for boys aged 3 to 8 in sizes, with trimmed designs. Prices shown as one dollar and fifty cents for some items, indicating affordable children's apparel in a period catalog.
The obituary notes she leaves her mother ill at present and two sisters, including Miss Marion Hobbs who works at the H. C. Church insurance office. A. G. Thompson, the postmaster, is an uncle of the deceased.
The notices detail funerals for Mary A. Noonan at 164 Middlesex Street with services at St. Peter's Church. burial in St. Patrick's cemetery under Undertaker Molloy. Also listed are services for Carolina Tansey of 30 Pleasant Street, John Howarth, and Neilson with respective church services and Edson cemetery burials. Rose Byrne, 64, former Lowell resident, died in Newark after a long illness, survived by siblings. Private services for Mrs Henry Whitney were held at her Westford residence and later at the Unitarian church with Rev. Buckshorn officiating.
Mr. Chris Senior, graduate of Miss Woods shorthand, becomes stenographer at Hamilton Manufacturing Co. Miss Ivy L Whitney leaves Miss Woods to work as stenographer at Lowell Machine Shop. D J Donahue delivers eulogy at the Elks for William F Courtney. William H Way of The Dazzler reports good business in the west but poor in the south after a season ending in Atlantic City. John Cosgrove, The Dazzler proprietor, expected home from New York. Frank M Dowling leaves Morning Mail after eight years. Daniel Hurley of Newton Upper Falls, Civil War veteran, visited friends of comrades. served in 1st Louisiana campaign 1862.
Grace R Hobbs aged 22 died in Hobbs in North Berwick Maine on May 17. Mary E Earle wife of Charles Earle aged 32 died at No 6 Auburn Street in this city on May 17.
A. G. Pollard & Co advertises remnants in white nainlook fabric and white pique. Sale lists checks from fine pin head to 1 inch plaid at 8% cents per yard with remnants 2 to 15 yards long for dresses aprons and children's outfits. Also 5 cents a yard for white pique remnants in the basement department.
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