03 Nov 1897
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1897
Page
1
A romantic poem by Robert Underwood Johnson expresses affection for Katherine, nicknamed Kate, portraying her beauty and charm. The speaker recalls a sheltered Irish romance amid vivid dawn imagery and enduring love, noting Katherine as both playful and steadfast in a timeless ballad found in the November Century.
A Worcester citizen notes a somber mood as Mr. Williams reports yesterday's beat crop yield. Figures are questioned though Williams declines a recount and hints at discrepancies in the tally amid a sultry New York Tuesday reference to a Low game.
A cautious calculator estimates the yellow fever scare will cost Louisiana Mississippi and Alabama a total of 60 million dollars. A new bridle path up Mt Washington fromMt Pleasant house was tested by six riders who declared it safe and easy.
A well known Clevelander, famed horseman, returns home to find no lunch. His three year old son answers with humor calling his parents by first names. The boy jokes, Trade her off, Clint, trade her off, revealing a playful family moment at home.
Letha Day, a young clerk at Sewall and Day Cordage Co in Boston, admitted to obtaining the safe combination from an office boy and opening the safe over four months. She confessed at police headquarters to repeated thefts, with about 200 dollars missing but claiming not more than 75 dollars stolen. A detective watched her through a partition as she opened the safe.
Joe Ott brings his Star Gazer show to Music Hall in Lowell for tomorrow evening. He leads a renowned fan makers company known for first class display and the performance seats are selling fast.
Albany New York November 3 Completed returns show a Republican slide reversing the two year trend with Democrats gaining in the Assembly. Major cities including New York Buffalo Rochester Syracuse Albany and Schenectady elected Democratic mayors. Republicans lose rural Assembly seats across multiple counties while Greater New York sends a solid Democratic bloc.
The first municipal election in Greater New York yields a complete Tammany victory with a majority between 75,000 and 100,000. Voter turnout was the highest outside a presidential year. Van Wyck captures about 44.25 percent of the total vote, signaling a return to normal for the metropolitan district which leans Democratic.
Democrats in Maryland expect to hold a 61 to 56 total Legislative vote, securing a five vote majority on joint ballot to name the successor to Gorman. The Senate would be Republican by four and the House Democratic by nine, with semi official returns from most counties.
Richmond November 3. Democrats won thirteen of twenty one Senate seats and seventy four of one hundred House seats in Virginia. Republican McCaul failed to carry his own precinct as Governor candidate.
In Columbus on election night Ohio remains in doubt as both parties claim victory. An official count will settle the outcome and the state headquarters will stay open all week as contestants seek confirmation of results.
Boston reports Roger Wolcott the Republican candidate has been re elected as Governor of Massachusetts by a plurality of nearly 87,000. Only three towns were unheard from at noon. The Democratic vote fell about 13 percent, yet the party gained one senator and twelve representatives. Wolcott 165,313 Williams 79,395 Everett 14,129.
Waldron the great Canadian horse shipper will sell two carloads of horses tomorrow at C. H. Hanson & Co.'s auction rooms. The sale showcases high quality horse stock and offers potential buyers a chance to acquire sturdy Canadian bred animals.
Thoroughbred horses ready for immediate use priced to bid. Sale starts promptly at 12 30 tomorrow at C H Hanson and Co stables Rock street Lowell. Horses are broken acclimated and must be sold regardless of bid.
Aleck Uhlmann a top race track bettor announced he is seeking his cashier Frederick Fishel who vanished with an estimated 12 000 to 18 000 dollars. Fishel formerly hid 90 000 dollars from August Bernheim Bauer in 1885 and fled to Canada after that theft. He has been absent from Morris Park for several days amid heavy gambling losses.
Washington reports that the three nations will sign the new pelagic sealing treaty as envoys extraordinary and plenipotentiary. The ceremony at the state department is set for next Friday with envoys named by cable to expedite the process.
Frederick Meyer a North Side German society figure will testify for the defense in the Luetgert case. He will recount a 16 day old conversation with Mrs Luetgert in which she said she planned to go away and conceal her identity after her husband’s business failure. Meyer was ill during the trial and could not appear.
London reports the U S election dominates English papers. The Sun mocks New York politics, urging penitentiary walls for corrupt officials and warning that the city has fallen into the hands of boodlers.
The store touts a record menswear section size and strong value offering. It highlights an extensive assortment in the Underwear and Hosiery Department, claiming city’s largest stock and a standard of quality first across clothing, underwear, and hosiery.
A 50 cent line claims strength in woolen fleeced and ribbed fabrics. The note emphasizes durable fibers and value for use in clothing and textiles.
A rare textile claim describes a natural wool and camel hair blend with fleece backing, priced at around $100, noting it cannot be bought today for a quarter more.
A local business touts stout men products with a distinctive line of sturdy stouts and ready service. The ad markets quick attention with a playful boast that staff are never too busy to show goods.
Wolcott wins the Lowell city vote by a notably smaller margin than in past contests. The election results show Wolcott securing a plurality that tightens the political edge in local governance.
Governor Walcott loses votes while Republicans underperform. Wolcott 52387 and Williams 4052, with last year’s totals 7369 and 4514. Williams ran on three parties last year, totaling 3972, 182, and 360. Dr. Everett, gold Democrats, earned 301. Other two candidates posted small totals.
In the seventh senatorial district Lowell wards Chelmsford and Dracut reelect Senator Putnam by 1099 votes while Democratic challenger E D McVey gains due to last year's reverse trend. Democrats win a district representative as rain turnout breaks Republican dominance amid statewide blank votes and scattered precinct quirks.
In police court Judge Hadley set bonds for Thomas N. Byrnes at 1800 after he was found probably guilty of seduction. The case arose from Byrnes and a man named Morrill soliciting boarding house residents at 42 Bridget Street for work that would involve entertaining men, with promises of high pay. Bail for Byrnes was posted as the grand jury proceeded.
Frank Stuart of the Vesper Country Club wins the October golf cup for best playing. He posted a nine hole gross of 47 with an 18 handicap to net 29, while Miss May Perham netted 80 from 60, and James Thorpe posted a best gross of 36, noted as the best in regular competition.
A mother describes her two month old baby developing scrofula sores on the face and arm. After trying various remedies and a physician, she used Hood's Sarsaparilla with her child and later herself, noting the sores disappeared and never returned. She credits Hood's as the cause of her son's continued good health and clear skin.
Prompt, efficient Hood's Pills promise quick relief and steady energy at two cents a dose. The ad touts ease of use and reliable results, positioning the tonic as a practical everyday remedy for common ailments.
Orrin S Batchelder of Chelmsford Centre died suddenly at 8 this morning from heart trouble. He moved from Worcester two years ago with his wife, bought the Elliott estate on Westford street, and made a beloved home. He was about 68, survived by his wife, sister of Mrs. A. H. Sheldon of North Chelmsford. Known for genial presence, upright dealings, the community mourns.
Elizabeth Bailey funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from 188 Crosby Street with Rev. Mr. Matthews and singing, burial in Edson cemetery under C. M. Young. Margaret Forsythe funeral from 651 Broadway with Odd Ladies aiding, conducted by Rev. O. H. Denney, body sent to Moore's Falls, New York by Undertaker Young.
At 347 Dutton street on November 2 Cyrus L. Rexford married Marion B. Rushworth in a ceremony led by Rev. Smith Ford. The groom recently started in the Merrimack street grocery business, and the couple planned to reside at 144 Dutton street after December first.
A new baby girl arrives at the home of Mr. R. H. Rogers of 242 Stevens street. Miss Hattie Green, music teacher and organist at St. John's church, has taken a position with M. Steinert and Sons Co., 34 Prescott street. The Matinee Whist Club met at Mrs. Frank Butler’s, 180% Colburn street, with Mrs. Helen Lynds and Mrs. F. C. Austin winning 88 points. Next meeting at Mrs. Addie Howe’s, 301 Chelmsford street, on Tuesday, Nov. 9. In New York: Hoffman, A. Fisher, G. R. Richardson, Continental. W. L. Parker, St. Cloud. F. Q. Greene, Broadway Central. R. Schnellbaum, Imperiale. Mr. and Mrs. Ames, Grand Union. R. W. Gates, Astor. H. P. Perkins, St. Denis. J. H. McNabb, G. W. Wood. Charles A. Sleeper of Bartlett and Dow’s was surprised by friends at his Central street residence last Tuesday. Lincoln orchestra played, games and dancing, with a collation. Mr. J. W. Heserton presented the Sleeper couple a barrel of flour.
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a reliable blood purifier superior to trying unknown remedies. It asserts taking Hood's product guarantees beneficial effects and health improvements.
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