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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1902
Page
6
The oldest and best daily paper in Middlesex county established 1825 and 1845 as a daily. Published each day except Sundays and holidays at Courier Citizen Building Merrimack Street Lowell. Delivered by carrier at six cents a week. Courier Citizen Company.
Barometer reports Massachusetts weather with local showers and thunder storms this afternoon and tonight. Sunday looks partly cloudy and cooler with light southwest winds.
Lowell Daily Courier reports Congressman Roberts secured a House amendment to allow building warships at government navy yards. Secretary Moody and ex Secretary Long, along with navy bureau chiefs, deem it unwise and impracticable citing costs and delays. The piece notes Roberts’ district proximity to a yard and suggests labor factions push large outlays for high wages, but argues the nation would suffer under government-controlled operations.
The piece rebuts anti imperial talk on future Philippine status and argues no fixed policy forbids speaking. It notes the flag’s historic stays in Cuba and Manila, asserting no oppression rationale. It also cites the rubber trust president on price suppression, noting trusts’ ease of control and cheaper production but warning of potential_market collapse if profits rise too high.
The text portrays Bishop Thorburn as an aggressive expansionist arguing for paramount rights in the Philippines, likening colonial claims to past Indian dispossession. It notes a controversial view that Indians possessed only an easement to hunt and fish, with the speaker claiming title was taken to the detriment of that easement while granting western migration.
The passage debates U S imperial actions in the Philippines. It contrasts American governance with historic colonial claims, noting ambitions exceed mere title seeking and praising administration backers while challenging critics like Edward Atkinson. The speaker admits a central difficulty in arguing against what he deems foolish and wicked policy.
An opinion argues the city should declare the mayoral office vacant and schedule a special election at the earliest feasible date. The acting mayor is viewed as temporary with limited powers, and six months remain before year’s end, making a timely election likely. The Springfield RepublicanAlso contemplates tariff changes to ease coal costs, noting effects on workers and consumers amid a strike.
The Springfield Republican debates whether Kaiser's demand for U S protection of his subjects in Panama implies extending the Monroe Doctrine to defend European lives and property in Central and South America. The paper argues such a move would amount to imperial control beyond what the United States now holds in Manila.
Arrivals include writers like Julian Ralph and Ray Stannard Baker. The magazines now publish news with a pictorial setting after a perspective period, filling a demand beyond daily papers.
The article notes debate among lawyers about whether a man can legally consent to dangerous boxing, arguing that voluntary participation in boxing may not shield from charges if serious harm or death occurs. It discusses potential prosecutions for assault or homicide despite consent.
Weavers claim those sent to Plymouth to fill strikers’ places were induced by misrepresentations. The report is doubted, especially amid the broad publicity of the American Woolen strike. The so called scab loses nerve when faced with opposition on the ground.
The outlines of the Danforth shooting case hint that the young woman who shot brakeman Emery believed she was a bride. If proven, public sympathy could favor her. if misled to ruin, it would be a mean court story. Facts remain to be seen.
The writer laments a disturbing rise in couples agreeing to die together by consent, referencing a recent South Bend case as an example and warning that such actions signal a morbid social disposition among youths.
Senator Hoar appeals to conscience as he condemns Gen. Funston's earlier remarks. Funston had derided the senator's conscience as superheated, prompting the exchange.
Mr Croker endorses the three man leadership in Tamany politics noting that three heads can outdo one, even if one leader is a reform minded and rebellious figure. The remark signals cautious approval of the power sharing arrangement amid reform pressures.
The piece reports on elm beetle spraying in Lowell and elm tree pests, a brown tailed moth presence, then shifts to local happenings. It recounts a boy's spilled potatoes on First Street, a Maine trip by John C. Burke and companions, trout fishing tales at Camp Moosehorn, the restless oriole chorus, and multiple funerals including Catherine Brickley, Daniel Fenton, John Higgins, and Honore Prateau with details on services and burial.
A satirical column riffs on Mont Pelee and everyday life, noting weather’s impact on coal and liquor fines in Maine. It jokes about a gambling figure Canfield donating to art and design, and lightly teases A B Bruce of Lawrence seeking the Democratic nomination, linking it to a pun about dough.
Gov Crane struck out the open Sunday clause of the soda water bill, limiting Sunday business as in western cities. The amendment tightens restrictions, removing a potential for small shop Sunday openings and is praised as a prudent change. A Lowell dispatch notes a field incident where umpire Hassett tweaked the visiting shortstop’s nose, highlighting New England’s unique umpire depiction.
The Los Angeles pigeon ranch hosts about 1500 pigeons under a vast ark shaped loft on eight acres beside the Los Angeles river. Flocks darken the Arroyo valley as trains pass, while historic Modena practices gave way to humane guiding of flocks. Squabs mostly slain for market, yet spared pigeons receive top care.
The poem traces Cynthia sitting through the passage of time, unmoved while others come and go. Mabel consoles yet bears inner torment, as the scene shifts and greetings fade. The final line notes a news axiom about Montana diamonds turning out to be white sapphires.
Mrs Mary A Han cock wife of Robert Han cock died at her home 176 Adams Street yesterday aged 52 She leaves besides her husband five daughters Misses Julia Margaret Katie Annie Wigget and one brother James
Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock from homes on Cambridge Street and Ranch Street. Rev. Geo C Wright and Rev. Ralph Gillam officiated. Burial followed at Edson Cemetery and Lowell Cemetery respectively, with many floral offerings and large attendances. Undertakers Young & Co oversaw the services.
Several deaths listed in this city include Janet J aged 23 daughter of Joseph Hume Elsie E G Adams widow of Horace J aged 81 10m 24d Ada M Ingham aged 26 9m Mary A Hancock aged 52 with funeral details noted Betsey McAloon aged 69 funeral arrangements set for tomorrow at sister’s home and Immaculate Conception church.
A vivid natural history piece describes Bermuda and Caribbean waters with coral gardens and brilliant reef fishes. It highlights the parrot fish with rainbow fins and green scales, noting its poisonous flesh, and the pink hind that flashes light at night to deter intruders, as cited from St Nicholas in June.
Maker's at the corner of John and Merrimack streets promotes framing services with a fine line of new mouldings. They claim first class work and the lowest prices, led by George E. Maker.
C W Lenhart of Bowling Green describes a leg sore that caused intense itching and suffering. After using Dean's Ointment the burning and itching ceased and a permanent cure was achieved.
The French squadron escorting President Loubet sails from Cronstadt to France while the Czar, Czarina, and M Loubet travel on the Alexandra. Luncheon aboard Montclam yields toasts praising Franco Russian naval friendship and the alliance. The Czar and Czarina express pleasure at being in France among French sailors and extend greetings to France.
Manila reports Batangas Province to receive a civil government on July 4 with initial military control until system details are perfected. Districts show improving industrial conditions, August harvests, and reduced ladronism in Leyte and Cavite. The U S commission names English official in courts and customs, while cholera cases fall to eight in 24 hours. Generals Wheaton and the Hancock dispatch, Sherman voyage delayed by typhoon.
A regular Highland council session attracted a large turnout as residents filled the meeting hall, demonstrating broad interest in the issues on the agenda. Officials outlined proposed measures and invited public input during the session.
Thursday evening two candidates were initiated and several applications were received. Visitors from other local councils attended. After the business meeting refreshments were served and whist played late, Highland and Industry council members contesting.
Kingman Arizona May 24 May 21 a Supai Indian boy sent to the Truxton Indian school was found dead about seven miles from Supai village. Officials report murder and threats against school authorities. The Truxton agent has been telegraphed for and moved with officers to protect the school and teachers.
When reading material must be held beyond fifteen inches, vision is deficient and eye strain, discomfort, and pain can be prevented by a properly fitted pair of glasses. The Babbitt Optical Co. operates at 28 Dutton Street, fourth door north of Merrimack Street.
Passengers arriving from Laredo say a three day glow of volcanic ash fallen in Corpus Christi. The report notes the strange sky phenomenon during a warm May period and hints at airborne particles observed after a night train arrival.
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