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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1901
Page
1
In a May Atlantic poem William Prescott Foster recalls a phantom army from Civil War memory. A spring day reveals a gray marching line with banners and fifes, prompting veterans nearby to recount Shiloh, Wilderness, Gettysburg, and other battle memories as Grant appears and the blue uniforms fade from view.
Princess Chimay appears in gossip, reporters seek new pencil-striped suits for field work. Arctic explorers fear rivals reach the pole first while the public worries none will. A Rye golf tournament draws ire as Scotch-leaning fans fill stands. Chelsea G A R notes Memorial Day is sacred, not a holiday. A pear blossom graces the month with calm. This is not a June wedding forecast.
The Traders National Bank transacts general banking and issues foreign exchange. Available worldwide in English French German and Swedish money. Offers safety deposit boxes with private rooms and a ladies banking room. Depository for the United States and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Savings loans at 4 percent per annum compounded semi annually with monthly interest. Banking hours 8 A.M. to 4 P.M. Saturday 8 A.M. to 1 P.M. 7 to 9 P.M. Banking rooms at 30 to 46 Middlesex Street and 11 to 24 Post Office Avenue.
A May 24 explosion at Universal colliery Senghenydd, Rhondda Valley, England traps about 100 workers. Seventy-eight miners are missing and five bodies have been found. rescuers fear no survivors.
Judges Putnam and Lowell of the U S district court heard a habeas corpus request for Luigi Storti's release. The Supreme Court in Washington will decide another phase Monday, with a local court decision likely delayed until then.
Kingston New York May 24 Frank Herey son of a Methodist minister shot and killed Charles Vanderlyn at Greenfield after Vanderlyn intervened when Herey abused his crippled uncle. Herey was drunk at the time and fired a shotgun at Vanderlyn following interference by the mother of Frank.
In Portland Maine on May 24 Judge Bonney granted the defense petition for a separate trial for Edward Graffam charged with the killing of Clifford Mosher in Gorham. The state offers no objection and Bill Hands, also charged, may testify for the state against Graffam.
Sir Alfred Milner landed at Southampton on May 24 where Mr Chamberlain arranged a reception in his honor but public enthusiasm was muted. The mayor formally welcomed Milner before he departed for London as the high commissioner.
New York on May 24 saw the rapid transit tunnel project nearly stopped as all skilled laborers walked out. The strike follows rock drillers demand for 2.75 dollars for an eight hour day and 70 cents per hour for overtime.
New York May 24 William Woodhull a Laurel Long Island farmer shot and killed Martha Williamson a neighbor last night. It is said the woman had spread gossip about Woodhull and a young woman of Sayville.
New York yacht racing news reports Lipton seeking a delay of the cup races from August to October. The challenge committee of the New York Yacht Club will convene at 5 PM to consider the request.
The Italian charge d affaires demanded immediate reparation from the Porte after the arrest of an Italian postal agent at Preveza. If no satisfaction is granted, Italy will dispatch warships to Preveza to enforce it.
In San Francisco on May 24 Secretary Cortelyou said the president's Saturday morning departure hinges on Mrs. McKinley's ability to travel as conditions permit. No final decision was announced, with officials monitoring her health before any mobilization.
Physicians will hold a conference today to assess Mrs. McKinley. If she is strong enough, the start for Washington will be made tomorrow. The President will not leave the train en route and will make no side trips.
President McKinley spent a busy day in San Francisco visiting the Presidio to review the 45th and 46th volunteer infantry now mustered out after service in the Philippines. He thanked soldiers for their duties, visited the general hospital, and attended receptions.
In Manila on May 24 three former U S officers were moved into Bilibid to serve sentences from the commissary scandals. Capt. Frederick J. Barrows receives five years, Capt. James O C Reed three years, and Lieut. Frederick Boyer one year. Barrows and Reed appeared unmoved, Boyer claimed innocence and accused Barrows, while Maj. Hale assigns a separate cell block. Judge Taft cables Secretary Root on transport for 700 American teachers due to troop movements, seeking detailed arrangements.
Only two ar rived by the last two transports. The commission is solving the problem of procuring accommodations for American teachers in Manila within their incomes, by authorizing the fitting up of the government exposition building for lodging purposes. Rooms will be rented there at a nominal cost.
Joseph D. Chute, a respected Dorchester resident, was killed while attempting to board an outward bound train at Cedar Grove station on the Shawmut branch. About 4.30 pm he ran toward the rear car as the train moved, was struck by the rails, and died before help arrived. He was 63, survived by a wife, two sons, and a daughter, with deep ties to local Masonry and Blaney Memorial Baptist church.
In Haverhill on May 24 Mrs. Allen Tasker took two dozen morphine tablets during a personal crisis after quarreling with her husband who threatened divorce. She sought lodging, was treated at Hale Hospital, and showed improvement. Mrs. Tasker, a 26 year old Nova Scotian formerly Miss Nettie Newcomb, had been married three months.
In New York on May 23 Coroner Lynch presided over an inquiry into the disappearance and death of 12 year old Willie McCormick. The jury returned a verdict of death by accidental drowning after weeks of public concern.
Probationary Officer Hamilton in citizen clothes captured a man suspected in a purse snatch on Merrimack Street near Dutton. The thief, identified as Edward Hill or James Simith, was found with the stolen purse and cash. He confessed he acted from need to leave town and will be arraigned and possibly photographed for the rogues gallery.
Five of ten drunks in police court were jailed or fined. Langan and St John received three months. Tobin and McQuade ten days. James Smith got six months in the house of correction. Donnelly appealed, held for superior court. Murphy faced six months to keep the peace. Dinsmore’s larceny case continued to May 25. Albert St Louis’ boy sent to probation for six months. Annie Duplaise, aged eighteen, noted.
A woman brought in for drunkenness and on an old complaint was placed on probation and sentenced to Sherborn for one year, per the court ruling.
Bernard Delaney told the mayor he signed the injunction petition under the belief it supported the Memorial Day reception on the 26th. Other petition signers and a questioned name were noted. Worcester trip of the streets committee to view an electric sprinkler was reported. approval previously voted but power-cost issues stalled action. Engravings of Washington and Lincoln hung in the city messenger’s office as gifts. Committees on appropriations and street sprinkler set to meet early tonight.
Two well known Dracut men faced Judge Uadley in police court today on unlicensed dog charges. Each pleaded guilty and received a $1.50 fine. Town officers, amid license disputes, promise vigorous enforcement as over a score of residents reportedly do not hold chair dog licenses.
Police recovered a body from the Merrimack river believed to be an unidentified man. Estimated age about five, height 1 foot 3 inches, features described as smooth shaven and gray haired. Dressed in dark trousers and vest with white shirt and gray stockings. No undershirt or drawers detected.
The strike in the central division is essentially a lockout as 150 of 175 positions are filled with 20 more to go. Lowell's 15 linemen are at work, including five old men, while others refused or not accepted returnees have been replaced by linemen from Maine New Hampshire Vermont and New York.
The Keiths Boston theatre week of May 27 features Josie Sadler known as the original Dutch girl in Rosie with Flora Finch, plus Sidney Grant, Smith and Fuller, Elseeta, W H Clemart, Mary Dupont, and the Ventinis. Paers orchestra plays overtures and the biograph lineup changes. a top season bill is expected.
An alarm from box 121 at 11.40 this forenoon reported a blaze in the roof of the long tenement block on Davidson Street opposite Patrick Kelley’s bottling establishment. Origin believed a burning chimney. fire spreading rapidly before firefighters arrived but extinguished promptly with little damage.
Friends of Corporal John F. Kenney of Company I, 26th regiment, held a welcome reception at 202 South Street last night. Supper was provided by the D. L. Page Company and attendees enjoyed songs and musical selections through the evening.
The 99th annual General Association of Congregational Churches of Massachusetts closed in Andover with addresses on church organization and youth care. Delegates to the national council at Portland were elected, including Rev. Dunning and Gov. Crane. The resolution honoring Rev. W S Ament praised his leadership during China missions. The credentials report counted 196 churches, 143 pastors, and 300 total delegates.
Eight year old Martin Finneran of 161 Farnham street drowned after slipping into the Shawsheen river in South Lawrence Thursday night. Margaret Sullivan, 40, of 64 Trenton street was severely burned while destroying papers in her yard. her clothes caught fire and she suffered injuries covering her body as her recovery is reported in doubt.
Noland A. Swan is imprisoned in Middlesex county jail on about $5000 embezzlement from Arlington with $10,000 bail. He failed to secure bondsmen after a week. Swan waived examination in Cambridge district court. The grand jury will sit in about three weeks.
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