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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1902
Page
6
A concise report notes delivery by carrier at any part of the area. The statement emphasizes service reach and availability, implying widespread distribution or access. No other details are provided in the fragment.
Boston reports partly cloudy conditions tonight and Saturday. Expect continued warmth with fresh southwest winds across New England.
The piece extols Senator Hoar for his even tempered stance in the anti Philippine argument. It contrasts Cuba and Manila noting Cuba’s independence while questioning the timing and wisdom of similar moves in the Philippines. It lauds calm, lawyer like weighing of evidence over partisan vituperation.
The Rochambeau monument signals warmer ties with France as part of a broader easing among major powers since the Spanish American War. The piece notes renewed friendship with England Germany and France, skepticism toward Russia, and pride in the American flag aiding Martinique relief while urging liberal shifts in Presbyterian creed to shed outdated errors.
A simple body guard escorted the Mayor Dimon’s coffin to city hall rather than a display parade. Veterans from past conflicts joined the modest procession, reflecting the mayor’s unassuming character as crowds gathered to view his passing.
The anti administration press denounces the Philippines as a burden with no financial return, claiming the nation’s interests lie with Cuba. It questions the claimed self interest, noting accusations of tyranny for profit versus assertions that profit is impossible.
The author argues one cent daily papers are valuable yet tempt thefts by individuals who take papers from doorsteps without paying. It condemns such petty thefts and notes the cost is small compared with the value of the information carried.
A Texas senator questions whether torture of Black people is preferable to waterboarding Philippine detainees. The comparison notes the Texan method causes death and enjoys broad community and state approval, while water cure is limited, condemned by the army, and rarely fatal.
The Democrats may struggle to run the anti trust issue this fall while Republicans are shown to be the effective force against trusts. The beef trust injunction and the Northern Securities merger fight come from a Republican administration, suggesting the anti trust plank belongs in the Republican platform.
The Franklin fund selects a 94,000 square foot corner lot at Townsend and Washington streets for the Franklin Institute, asking $146,000, well above 1901 valuations. The item notes public reactions, train accidents, and World War I era headlines including De Wet peace hopes and Orange Free State resistance, framing them with editorials on local matters and national events.
A string of satirical observations ranges from Old King Coal and Chicago’s booming pop to bold policy calls and playful jabs at Cyrano de Bergerac and historical princes. The piece mocks acquisition, statehood, and inheritance while lampooning political flair.
A Lowell writer reports on local affairs from a breezy slice of life tone. He notes Wright versus overseers of the poor fading, commons seating thriving, and a trolley trip with mixed impressions. He records observations on kosher meat, a roof-viewing crowd at a Lowell ballpark, funeral duties of Major Stott, price discrepancies for boarders, and caterpillar nests threatening apple orchards along a Chelmsford Carlisle highway route.
A Boston Journal critique questions Senator Hoars acceptance of Edward Atkinsons inflated Philippine war cost estimates. The piece contrasts Atkinsons figures with the actual war costs and argues for skepticism toward poetic license in economic claims.
The president appointed Thomas L Flattery as Worcester Ohio postmaster, the first time Mrs McKinley asked for an appointment. Flattery, kin to the family physician, holds a $2400 yearly post. Senators Hanna and Foraker declined to endorse or oppose after learning of Mrs McKinley interest.
The Lowell baseball scene proves its strong local following with a midweek crowd of about a thousand. The sport’s grip on American life is highlighted as the team continues to perform well, earning praise for their recent showing and the quality of the accompanying article.
Decorah Iowa is cut off after Tuesday night storms flood the valley from Conover to Decorah. Bridges roads and telegraph poles were swept away isolating the town. Two men reported water in the streets and two deaths with possibly more missing as residents seek higher ground.
The passage notes that Boston Jews are imitating East Side Jews in New York by assaulting kosher meat shops and committing violence. It claims these actions are self defeating and reveal the perpetrators' ignorance, with New York’s actions setting the model for Boston.
Reverend Edmund S. Rousmaniere, rector of Grace church in Providence, may become rector of St. John’s Episcopal, Washington. Harvard graduate and Roosevelt classmate. Bishop Satterlee approved the call. Mrs Roosevelt, Miss Carow, and Miss Alice Roosevelt attend St. John’s.
Spain marks the new lad King with a grand bullfight where nine bulls were slain, a festive induction that signals bold traditions and potential tensions.
At the Massachusetts Grandcourt convention, Past Chief Ranger William H. Stafford of this city was presented with a $100 token of appreciation for his services by the Foresters of America.
French phrasing notes the Kaiser plans a visit to the United States with Bre'r Roosevelt referenced in the discussion. The reference underscores diplomatic discourse and projected meetings amid evolving international relations.
John Crowe aged 35 suffered a severe hand laceration when his hand was caught in a starch mangler at the Bleachery this morning around 8 o clock. He was taken to the Emergency hospital where five stitches closed the wound. Crowe resides at 5 Madison Street.
Dennis P. Fenton known as Dan Fenton longtime manager of the Peoples theatre died at St Johns hospital from pneumonia after Friday show. He was a noted actor, member of Cincinnati lodge No. 5 Elks, and Tuxo club Lowell. Survived by three brothers Thomas William and Patrick Henry of Cohoes NY. He was cared for by Elks lodge No. 87 locals.
Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon for John W. Carter at his home on 63 Jenness Street with burial in Edson cemetery. Rev A E Kenyon officiated and bearers included Post 120 G A R members and Oberlin lodge Odd Fellows. Also yesterday Mrs Thomas Smith had services at 75 Westford Street with Rev J M Craig officiating and a large crowd present. Choirs and family members attended with floral tributes and burial in Edson cemetery. Catherine Brickley’s funeral was at 10 AM from Undertaker Savage and she was buried in the Catholic cemetery. Joseph Lechance’s service occurred at Cartier Place with 9 AM mass at St Jean Baptiste Church. bearers named and burial in St Joseph’s cemetery with Rev Fr Guillard officiating. Undertaker Albert oversaw the arrangements.
Obituaries record four men and two deaths and one infant. Proteau Henry Chase at 388 Suffolk street 69 Plain street and 3 Bolton place. John Higgins 47 at 3 Bolton place. Lizzie Stanton infant daughter of Thomas and Mary Stanton 7 Emery street May 23. Betsey McAloon 69 at 229 Fayette street died May 23.
In Madeline Bridges verse from May Woman's Home Companion a speaker longs for love though aware it brings sorrow. She imagines roses on heart and brow, crowns a happier realm, yet accepts cruel thorns as passion’s proof and awaits love’s return.
In respect to Mayor Dimog the reception by the young ladies of the Lowell training school scheduled for this evening at Colonial hall has been postponed to next Thursday evening.
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