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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1902
Page
6
The item notes the Courier-Citizen as the oldest daily in Middlesex County, founded in 1825 and daily since 1845 except Sundays and holidays. It lists Merrimack Street Lowell as the building address, delivery by carrier at six cents a week, and identifies the Courier-Citizen Company as publisher.
A brief weather note records yesterday as perfect and today as similarly fine with warmer tendency. Observations show barometer readings at 30.05, 30.00, and 29.92 inches and temperatures ranging from 16 to 82 degrees with 6 p.m., 8 a.m., and midnight observations noted.
Boston reports the forecast for New England calls for fair weather tonight and Friday with warming temperatures in Vermont and light to fresh southwest winds guiding the region.
The Lowell Daily Courier laments the death of Mayor Dimon at the peak of his career. It highlights his civic service, compassion for the needy, and steady administration despite difficulties. He is praised for courtesy, approachability, and genuine concern for the community and Day Nursery.
The prolonged Olneyville weavers strike and allied actions linger with little prospect of concessions. Workers drift to independent mills as factories in the trust era close, while debates on labor policy and machinery resistance shape views on labor saving.
The death of Edwin Lawrence Godkin removes a forceful editor whose extreme views reflected early English training. He shaped the Nation and The New York Evening Post with vigorous argument, influencing readers who may disagree yet welcome his strong, challenging voice.
A cold critique of a yellow journalism era argues for principled dissent over sensationalism. It notes Worcester Spy fire as a test of neighborly aid and questions testamentary reforms, suggesting living gifts could replace posthumous disinheritance.
A ragbag of tossed phrases touches on ash rain and Pelee sunsets, the kosher rioting topic, Darius Green’s flying machine, Moody’s possible resignation, Bullock suing the American Woolen Co, the beef trust troubles, Ira Sankey switching to Presbyterianism, and Cuba’s free transfer with cautionary hopes for conduct.
The Boston Record laments that most Republicans in the Legislature voted to let the Addickses resume selling poisonous water gas in the city, while ranting about regulation of rum morphine opium vaccines. The Manchester Union notes a Maine temperance group condemning alcohol powered automobiles as a waste of money.
Reports show Fort de France residents fleeing near the volcano as lessons from St. Pierre linger. The article warns continued volcanic danger and suggests Martinique horrors may not be over, with widespread familiarity breeding risk.
The writer ridicules a claim that Florence Burns in New York was amplified by someone to shift attention from the Central tunnel dispute. He notes the tunnel controversy fuels fierce opposition and calls the Burns coverage a product of sensationalist press, while the tunnel also faces criticism.
The resignation of Lewis Nixon as Tammany Hall chairman underscores the persistence of corruption within the organization. Nixon, former head of the committee on vice, exits rather than align with the "boys" and faces a public moral dilemma. Editorials note Madrid coronation misreadings and question Presbyterian church practices amid broader religious critique.
A deputy admits taking a bribe to shield a liquor dealer, arguing that prohibition is legally required in Maine. The article notes that officials with power may sell influence to protect the traffic, and warns the corruption may extend beyond the bribe-taker.
The quote likening thePhilippines bill to the attack of the hordes of Hell upon God came from Maryland Senator Wellington, a party-outsider whose senatorial days are numbered. The remark signals sharp intra party disputes and wary nationalist sentiment over the measure.
The piece denounces Republicans who violated laws at Boston caucuses and commends punishment. It scoffs at the Boston Record’s take on the omnibus public building bill as back-breaking while noting Boston’s lack of a claim for a new custom house. It mentions foreign strikers returning to Europe and blames “Huns” for many troubles.
The Boston Record claims Filipinos are more ready for self government than Cubans, a statement the summary notes as absurd.
A Victorian sketch describes Brittany weddings where a royal tailor leads the ceremony, recites rhymed verse, and wears mismatched stockings. The bride’s family blesses bread and wine, festivities begin as bagpipers march, and the suitor confronts elders to demand his bride before the ceremony. The ritual features feasting aromas, a guarded home, and the staged negotiation culminating in the bride’s reveal.
All members of Company M Ninth Regiment Michigan Volunteer Militia are asked to meet at the State armory at 7 30 tonight to take action on the death of General Charles A R Dimon late mayor Signed A D Mitten Captain
An 800 year old egg in perfect condition was discovered in the wall of a recently demolished Lalinde church in France. The item’s odd preservation sparked curiosity about medieval craft and sourcing.
Friends played a grim joke on Rev. R. G. Roscamp of Kokomo Indiana three years ago. While traveling to Denver an acquaintance gave him a block of supposedly worthless mining stock. He later sold the stock for six hundred thousand dollars.
The writer recalls Judge Hopkins and Joyner from the 1883 Massachusetts House, praising Hopkins as fair and capable while recounting Joyner’s slow speaking style and a humorous exchange about time on the floor. He also notes a trout tale, poaching woes, and comments on looming disasters and a possible coronation of a church leader.
The President hopes for a more suitable home by next winter as executive workload grows. McKim drafts plans to convert the White House into a restored residence with a temporary office building nearby, reshaping the East Room into a state dining area while preserving the house’s historic site.
Mrs Hannah Burke died at the home of Mrs Bernard McWeeney on 92 Palm street Nashua aged 70 from pneumonia after a brief illness. She was a lifelong Lowell resident visiting her Nashua niece when taken ill. She is survived by her sister Mrs Julia Moffatt of Groveton and a number of other relatives.
The community held numerous funerals and services across several streets and cemeteries. Edward P. Dodge, Marie H Désrosiers, Frank A. Lane, Mary Bellamy, John Hickey, James Dolan, Annie Dolan, Susan Papas, Costes Creke, Mrs Mary McAnaney, and Mrs Hannah Burke were laid to rest with various rites. Clergy included Rev J M Craig and Rev Asa R Dilts. undertakers included C M Young Co and O Donnell with burials at Edson or St Patrick's cemeteries. Floral tributes and lodge affiliations were noted among services.
Deaths announced from Lowell hospital on May 21 for Costas Gree aged 45. Body removed to Undertaker O'Donnell rooms. Also Lechance reported at city hospital on May 21 with no further details.
Joseph Lachance aged 67 years 9 months 12 days was moved to 4 Cartier Place following his passing. The notice records his age and the location connected to his body.
Vineyard Haven May 22 The famed Gloucester high liner Captain Sol Jacobs narrowly escaped a serious incident when his new fishing steamer Alice M Jacobs struck Hedge Fence shoal before dawn while heading to intercept a mackerel school. The tug floated her at 4 a m with no apparent damage and she continued the trip.
Chicago May 22 consolidation of all Indiana coal interests covering 117 mines producing 6 million tons annually valued at 15 million dollars will create one large corporation with headquarters in Chicago within a month. The move is expected to raise prices on all Indiana coal qualities.
The body of a man who reportedly threw himself before a freight train at Fairport last Sunday evening was identified as Michael O'Brien of Brooklyn. He leaves a widow and two children in Brooklyn and a brother in West Lynn Massachusetts.
The last sociable of the season at Kirk Street church was held on Wednesday evening under the direction of Mrs Walter L Parker with help from the social committee and J C Burkes Sunday school class. It drew a good crowd, supper was served, and Mrs Percy Smith sang for attendees.
Mr. Charles EB Taylor, former night editor of the Daily Mall, has taken a position with the R. F. Fenno Publishing Company of New York and will live with his brother at Bay Shore, L. I. Miss Ada Mudge of Webster, student at Boston University, has been elected editor of the Boston University Beacon. She is the daughter of Rev. James Mudge, D. D., former pastor of Highland Methodist church.
Prices current for Lowell retail goods on May 21 1902 sourced from Munn & Co grocers J B Cover Co flour D W Horne Co coal Killpartries res fruit F B Putnam Prescott street fish provisions and vegetables. Market figures reflect daily retail rates for assorted categories including groceries flour coal produce and fish with local firm attributions.
An old advertisement touts Genmae Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets as a cure for a cold in one day. The claim emphasizes rapid relief and frames the product as a household remedy with simple daily use.
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