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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1901
Page
10
In May, sunrise and sunset times vary with lunar phase noted as 4.12 for the moon set and 1.55 a.m. for lunar events. Day length reaches 15.00 hours, with sun rising and setting at recorded times of 4.12 and 7.12 hours respectively.
A dated weather note reports yesterday afternoon with blue sky followed by drizzle, and a forenoon of clouds. Barometer readings rise from 29.48 to 29.71 and 29.8, with temperatures at 61, 55, and 58 as the day progresses.
Boston dispatch reports unsettled conditions tonight and Thursday with likely rain in western and southern New England and fresh northeast winds. The notice emphasizes developing unsettled weather across the region with winds increasing from the northeast.
The High Street church social was postponed to June 5. The Lowell Military band held an informal banquet for Walter E. Bartlett, treasurer for 12 years. Carders Textile union voted 250 to support carpenters in securing an eight hour day. Labor council delegates instructed to attend meetings and aid Labor Day celebration planning.
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are advertised with a guaranteed efficacy. Each box sells for 28 cents and is available at all druggists.
The rules require Training school practice class candidates to be college or normal school graduates. About 15 are needed yearly. this year’s class had 3 college graduates and 12 normal graduates. Examinations for normal school graduates are set for June 21–22 at Lowell High School.
Cured nervous debility and strengthens weak nerves. Restores red blood cells, brightens pale cheeks and lips, and aids anemia in any age. Improves circulation and vitality. Sold by all druggists for $1.00. C I Hood Co Lowell Mass.
The Old Residents' Historical Association held its annual meeting in the Memorial building with President Solon W. Stevens and a slate elected for the coming year. A. P. Sawyer spoke on Zina Eugene Stone, detailing his life, church work, travel writings, and role as the association's first secretary.
The tribute recalls James Stone 1849 1899 a Lowell journalist who founded and edited major papers and supported the Old Ladies Home Ayer Home and Ministry at Large. It praises his generosity honesty and stewardship leaving a legacy in Lowell with a possible future historical society and cemetery benefactions.
On the 31st of May 1901 an absolute auction sale will take place on the premises at the corner of Lawrence and Charles Streets known as the Delaney or Patch Estate. The plan divides the property into three lots with detailed sizes and improvements including a large house, a two flat and a corner lot. The sale starts at five o'clock in the afternoon and requires deposits of 400, 250, and 200 respectively.
The subject of Mr. Cowley's paper was The Last of the Sachems detailing Passaconaway and Wannalandt and their Merrimack region. Rev. E. Victor Bigelow spoke of Colonial history, and A. P. Sawyer urged modernization of the Old Residents' association name and proposed a three member committee to study incorporation, records, and a permanent meeting place. The meeting adjourned after adjournment.
The mayor defended the bridge repair estimate as sound while aldermen debated inviting bids. An order to spend 100 on bridge repairs passed 5 to 4 and heads to the common council. Separately, 1000 for two more permanent firemen won approval, with reconsideration noted. Underground conduit/franchise debates continued as officials sparred over electric wires and corporate influence. The meeting adjourned at 7 55 PM.
The committee on public baths at yesterday afternoon's meeting voted to ask the superintendent of public buildings for plans and an estimate of the cost of public baths in the building recommended to the city council.
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