03 Nov 1898
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1898
Page
1
A mosaic of quips and fragments from cartoons and verse notes. Jokes about Croker Roosevelt and Teddy mix with humorous anecdotes from a bygone era. Short items blur the line between humor and social commentary, reflecting the period’s casual wit and sudden punchlines.
Venerable ex Senator George F Edmunds calls for a sound money House to protect the nation and honor. Ex Senator John M Palmer says he will vote for the Republican candidate in his district to secure a sound money Congress. Gen Palmer calls the election decisive for money policy. Seth Low warns the financial question could revert to 1896 if the opportunity is missed. Stuyvesant Fish fears a panic if the federal government doubts gold redemption. J Sterling Morton says electing any anti debasement candidate endangers the commonwealth. Charles S Hamlin stresses the need for a sound money Congress in the coming election.
B Chamberlin, who departed Carlisle during the last week of September by Week Falls City, lies seriously ill from typhoid fever. A trained nurse attends him while much sympathy is shown for his wife, who is alone among strangers.
Bank records show deposits totaling 50 738 48 dollars on July 31 1892 and 1 654 911 70 pounds on March 11 1898. Banking rooms list Wm F Hills as cashier and indicate the established banking operations.
The War Department has received no official report confirming the Panama wreck rumor. Officials say if Gen Wood trusted the report he would have reported it. Weather Bureau data show the storm passed far west of the Panama’s course.
The transport Pan American landed a few passengers in Havana and sailed for New York after a report of about 400 sick aboard. The vessel had been feared for regarding safety while at Santiago, but she arrived safely this morning.
The transcript describes a witness saying a man received a second $25,000 because he was told he had promised $50,000, which the witness asserts was a lie. The testimony centers on alleged deceit and financial misrepresentations.
Gen Leonard Wood, military governor in Santiago de Cuba, boarded the Port Victor as it prepared to sail for the United States with sick officers and men. He found no provisions suitable for the ill, a lack of delicacies, and scarce medical supplies, vowing to personally inspect transports before departure.
British warships Cordelia and Pelican arrived from Halifax in Sydney amid plans to mine the entrances to Sydney and St Johns harbors. The Renown, bearing large ammunition stocks, tested electric searchlights in Halifax as part of active war preparations.
A Philadelphia morning paper reports England’s action to buy a large amount of American coal for immediate delivery at West Indian naval stations. The plan includes Kingston first, then Bermuda St Lucia Demerara and St Thomas. Two British warships are reportedly ordered for swift repairs.
Austin reports from yesterday's elections show the pension amendment still undecided. It is believed county returns will indicate defeat, with fears of a $250,000 initial cost and a possible rise to one million annually shortly after.
Paris papers applaud Senator Hoar for denouncing American expansion at Worcester. Echo de Paris quotes his full speech and notes many American leaders oppose conquest while acknowledging the war altered American character. Petit Bleu adds that surface impressions hide deeper changes in the United States.
London November 2 Coroner's jury investigating Harold Frederic late New York Times correspondent who died at Kenley October 19 adjourned after deciding that further evidence was desirable. Inquest postponed until Tuesday next.
Senator Henry Cabot Lodge will headline a Republican rally at Associate hall tomorrow night in Lowell. A citizens’ escort from the hotel to the hall is planned, with Lincoln and Young Men’s Republican clubs invited to attend. The event aims to boost support and signal administration-aligned policy expectations.
Springfield November 3. The Second regiment was mustered out today and the fever thinned revealing a parade of El Caney heroes through the streets. Thousands lined the route as twelve companies left for the war and twelve paraded home while a hundred were absent. One hundred fifty were marked as having given their lives, the supreme sacrifice, among the ranks.
London reports indicate coast guardsmen across the United Kingdom have been warned to mobilize readiness. Many have already joined their ships, signaling heightened security concerns amid ongoing tensions.
Russia plans to remove navigation difficulties at the Volga river mouth by building a canal directly to the Caspian Sea. Construction started this summer.
Paris Nov 3 The prevailing view in Paris is that Spain will reject the American plan to seize the Philippines and reimburse Spain for permanent improvements. Some expect a counter proposal may be offered tomorrow amid lingering disagreement over terms.
A Lowellite man, in a jag, asks to leave his bike with a Nashuan who leads him to a police station. The bike is registered to Wilfred Bean. By noon no one had claimed it, and the incident centered on Main Street corners.
From Manila dated Oct 8 wartime dispatches describe dire Cavite conditions with 40 deaths since September 1 mainly from typhoid fever. Over 75 percent of men in one Montana battery have been sick, hospitals under supplied, and quaratine crowded. Manila reports better conditions as overcrowding is eased. Aguinaldo warns lawbreakers as procalamations tighten control and foreign armed travelers are restricted. United States cruiser Charleston departs south for a monthlong cruise.
London dispatches reveal a predicted rupture in peace negotiations with Spain and a later note that the Philippines loss may be better faced by the Spanish government. The Berlin and Hamburg correspondents criticize US war tactics and urge unified action before any annexation moves.
London November reports Martin Rucker, former bicycle promoter, fined 1000 dollars and costs for contempt of court after attempting to induce Er nest Terah Hooley to alter evidence in the Humber company bankruptcy. Hooley testified to varied payments to trustees and directors, including 6000 dollars to Sir William Marriott and 50000 dollars to the Marquis of Abergavenny, with further explanations later.
A Lowell man with a splendid jag and a bicycle arrived with friends, got separated, and wandered Nashua looking for “the corner.” With alcohol and a wobbling bike, he traversed Park Street and Mabin Street around 9 pm, creating a narrow path as his inverted V formed between man and wheel, prompting him to ask, “Where's a corner?”
London November 3 The Daily Mail announces Col Kitchener brother of General Lord Kitchener has been named Governor of Khartoum Cairo November 2 Major Marchand and two French colleagues with Captain Fitton of the Egyptian army are due to arrive tomorrow evening.
Massachusetts militia companies Co and G report at the armory for furlough of sixty days ending January. Men sign payrolls and review physical records while orders call for liberty within the United States. Captains Greig and Fair weather announce deserter penalties for nonreturn. Memorial services and donations are noted for Corporal Bellamy and Private Sawyer with details of funeral details. A joint armory use order assigns space to regulars and provisional units.
Mayor Bennett met with Mrs. Thompson Mrs. Fuller Mrs. Wright and Dr. Harrington of the Volunteer Aid association to arrange employment for returning soldiers. Plans were proposed and further discussion planned, inviting patriotic employers to contact the mayor or committee. The Brockton mayor and a special committee visit tomorrow to study local garbage burning. Pine street sewer work reaches Tyler park this Saturday as Centralville health board sewer pipe arrives.
Prison commissioners discussed the escape of John Reed the banco man at their meeting in Sherborn yesterday and arranged a full investigation. No facts will be released until the inquiry reaches a conclusion.
The Hopkins Superior Criminal Court continued yesterday with Adam Shirkovsky and Michael Malley of Newton accused of raping a 16 year old, witness testimony finished after 3 40 pm and closing statements began. Gavin was acquitted on a liquor charge after disputed ownership. The session opened today with Adam Shirkovsky and Michael Malley facing trial again and Judge Hopkins charging the jury. The next case is Golden of Cambridge charged with breaking and entering.
In Hadley, J Hugh Boyle and James C Gannon faced larceny and theft charges. Both were found guilty and sentenced to Lowell jail for 15 months. Eight drunks received varied penalties. three sent to the Bridgewater state farm, one fined for breaking and entering. Dahboul convicted of peddling without a license and fined ten dollars. Donahue pled guilty to larceny, appealed after a twenty dollar fine.
Young men from A G Thompsons market at East Merrimack and High streets treated Mr Taylor to a spread last night. Mr Thompson presented Mr Taylor with a bouquet on behalf of the men present.
A chief marshal confronts a driver with the question why a wagon is in a patriotic procession. The driver retorts that trade follows the flag, highlighting a clash between commercial advertising and parade patriotism.
Our stock of children's and boys' suits reefers and overcoats beat the world. They have been selected with a view to make both the parents and boys our friends in every way.
Wm. G. Bumps of the police station is hunting in the Maine woods. Miss Lottie Brown a Morrill school teacher faces serious illness, having taught in the beginners class for years and guiding many business men as pupils. Freeman H. Butler of Lowell receives an original pension. In New York items include Broadway A W and H Pilling R Schailanbaum St Cloud G F Pearson. Ex Gov Bentwell appeared in the supreme court this morning among the promptest bar members, arguing with old-time acumen.
The records list marriages performed in this city on November 1 and November 2. Participants include John B. Nutt and Mrs Abbie Miller. Frank A. Fletcher and Mary G. Fish, both of Lowell. Edward Defoe and Miss A E McCarthy of Westford.
Death notices report Dr Jesse King formerly of Westford dead in Dorchester at 26. Miss Katia Manning dies in the city at 26. Thomas Broad bent dies at age three at home 37 Lakeview avenue. Body sent to Westford for burial.
A newspaper notice cites an address error for Professor La Rue The correct street is 233 4th Street not 335 The correction appears on a different page of the issue and clarifies contact location for inquiries.
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