20 Nov 1897
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1897
Page
1
A short poem fragment from Lippincott's Magazine printed under Fila Higginson. It portrays a child with pleading hunger and a speaker who asks God for peace while the child asks for bread. The piece contrasts earthly want with spiritual longing and ends with a plea for relief.
A fragmented column riffs on turpentine byname and soothing tar for bronchial membranes, notes a ten pound Thanksgiving turkey left on a poor man's premises, mocks Cuba’s agricultural tension, salutes a coal miner as a deep thinker, and hints at religious intelligence tucked in Sunday football sections.
A report surveys Bath as regaining status as a premier watering place while noting diverse items from the era. It cites New Castle iron works shipping trolley poles to Dublin, big Brooklyn bridge ridership figures, and nightly Thames steamer sleep. Other items include pig drawn wagons in Chinese farms and Liege cathedral fire rescue by acrobats.
A humorous anecdote recalls a general camping on the lower Mississippi. His enslaved boy Harry replies that in the evening the mosquitoes bother Mars George less because he is intoxicated, and in the morning the skeeters are intoxicated and do not mind him.
When cool weather comes it should find the system strong and rugged, otherwise colds coughs and pneumonia may ensue. Hood's Sarsaparilla prevents sickness by toning up the system.
New trial motion for John O'Neil Jr. in the Shelburne Falls murder case was denied by Justices Fessenden and Sheldon. A January 7 execution date was set, with O'Neil requesting a sooner hanging to spare his family. As he left, he remarked to the crowd that rum had influenced him.
The day of the anticipated match in New Haven brought wet, slushy fields and driven snow but large crowds. In Philadelphia nearly 25,000 tickets were sold for the game, expected to attract the biggest turnout in the city’s football history.
Officials from the Russian embassy delivered a second note to the Turkish government asserting that part of the war debt remains outstanding and warning that Turkey’s pursuit of fresh armaments could force Russia to demand prompt payment. The move signals a likely halt to armament negotiations.
Fire crews still battle flames on the ruins as walls collapse. direct damage is estimated at ten million dollars. The bulk of losses is expected to affect American insurance companies and large trade interests.
London reports the dog muzzle issue dominating English political debate amid owner discontent. Elections heighten focus as figures like the Marquis of Salisbury and Walter Long feature prominently in speeches.
Montevideo reports that Senor Cuestas, acting President, plans to declare himself dictator and dispense with the Legislature, amid widespread excitement.
Bridgewater authorities order closing of all schools due to a scarlet fever epidemic. The school committee acts after confirming multiple cases. Public health officials advise parents to keep ill children home and seek medical attention.
In Boston on November 19 Judge Fessenden sentenced Samuel Boyd to four years in the house of correction Lucy Fields to three years and Laura Smith to one year in the Sherborn women’s prison Fields pleaded guilty to stealing 3000 dollars from Francis E Benton on September 18 at 44 Porter Street Boyd and Smith were convicted of receiving part of the stolen money knowing it was stolen
Two deaths in Boston lodging houses raise suspicions of poisoning and gas asphyxiation. Louisa Lafande, 2 Lynde street, died after being found very ill in her hotel room with physicians noting signs of poison. Salmon Washburn, 53, at 19 Myrtle street, likely died of gas asphyxiation with a strong room odor and a stove gas burner partly off.
Daily notices reveal Ward Three contenders Burton H Wiggin and ex Councilm an C H Noble in a Republican duel to succeed W H Brown. Democrats in Ward Four meet to boost voter registration while Ward Three Democrats organize for ward registration drives. A Ward Six insider predicts withdrawal of opposition before caucus. Debated council race deposits of $5 limit names on ballots, with Lang likely challenged by new candidate. Coolidge R Johnson joins race for purchasing agent alongside several Democrats. Most hopefuls claim a political lock in a crowded field.
An advertisement lists the sale of 130000 Manchester Electric Lodge company bonds, denomination 1000, due October 1 1917. Coupons payable semi annually at five percent. Prospectus cites an attractive investment. Remaining shares for sale after regular stockholder purchase total 80000 shares at 1024 plus interest on a 4.80 percent basis. Bonds to be sold by Cushman Fisher and Phelps 50 State Street Boston.
A calendar listing meetings for the Middlesex Women's Club includes a Current Events class on Monday at 4 pm with department chairs guiding discussions, a Parliamentary class on Friday at 3 30 pm, and a Science department session on Monday titled The November Skies, with various departments contributing topics.
The Chicago News notes George Winding, a preacher’s son in town, is regarded as one of the finest fellows despite illusions about his vocation. It adds a sharp caveat that he is not a very good preacher.
Massachusetts report says Matthew Creagan, employee in Rotch Cotton Mill No. 1 mule room, New Bedford, was placing a belt on a pulley Friday morning when he was caught in the shafting and instantly killed. His body was whirled around and ground by the machinery.
At Carter Street School a 55 degree morning prompted Principal Callahan to dismiss five rooms. Superintendent Bray and contractor Wilder & Co clash over alleged contract violations including reduced heating surface and valve changes. Wilder says only a temporary valve issue caused heat loss. Bray demands repairs and withholds full payment.
The Water Board reports the gallery in the conduit from Boulevards wells to the pumping station blown off and cleaned. All water was taken yesterday from the Chelmsford wells. Cleaning will be completed by this afternoon.
A boarding house report states: a light overcoat owned by the purchasing agent's brother in mourning was stolen from a boarding location. The incident prompts inquiries by local authorities and seeks potential witnesses.
A stranger was seen in the hallway near City Hall during supper while pipes were being laid. The torn floors create hazards for the unwary as workers relay the pipes. A bird’s eye view of the corridors resembles a chart of experts, a baking powder ad, or a genealogical map.
At Post 185 hall last night the Ladies of the G. A. R. held a supper and social directed by Mrs. E A Potter as chair. A varied program followed with piano solos by Mrs John B Perkins recitations by Miss Deborah McKelvey and Miss Flora McMaster songs by Hattie Cart Wright and others, plus readings and remarks by local residents. The entertainment committee was led by Mrs J C Perkins with Miss Josie Pierson and Mrs M W Brackett assisting.
Friends called Friday evening at 94 First street to present a handsome parlor set to Mrs M J Moulton. D L Page company supplied supper followed by a whist party with prizes to Miss Rose Hogan Miss Kate Conway Mr W Wright Mr Edward Martin and Mr M McKeon. James Gookin rendered a piano solo and songs were performed by Walter Hickey George F Lynch and Thomas McGinn. A recitation by Mrs Wright and a duet by Bridie Trophy and Katie Conway completed the program managed by Annie Burke and Rose Hogan.
The annual Collinsville Jolly Eight dance was moved to the Lakeview pavilion last night due to a fire at Willow Dale. More than 100 in the court attended with the Cadet Orchestra providing music, and a late lunch was served by Mr Callery.
In Friday afternoon sessions Judge reserved decision in Marion versus Kelley to recover 571 dollars found by referee in a contract case. Preiss Webster versus Mrs Eagan of Wayland involves executor of an estate seeking mortgage recovery and was taken under advisement after hearing. In Wyman versus Wyman a divorce with no contest granted a decree nisi. Sullivan versus Sullivan of Melrose remained on trial when court adjourned until Monday.
The police court dealt with seven fresh inebriates, a continued case, and two common drunks. One simple drunk was released, four received $3 fines, one paid $5, and another was jailed for four months.
Common drunkards were continued, and the old drunk was fined $1. William Doyle, for removing baggage, had his case continued to Nov 22, and Martin Flaherty, charged by W. H. Gordon with embezzlement, had his case dismissed.
Multiple funeral ceremonies are detailed for Patrick Corcoran George Lupton Gertrude McLaughlin Honora Burke Ethel Road Dr J J MacDonald Elizabeth Severance Sarah Howe John L Greenwood Aggie Zueras Marion Warren and others. Delegations from unions and religious orders attended. Services were held at Immaculate Conception St Peters Sacred Heart and other churches with Catholic cemetery burials and Undertaker ODonnell Molloy Davey and Young directing arrangements.
Nellie Holden, a Catholic girl known for the fatal fire from matches, died yesterday at St John’s hospital after extensive burns. She had been preparing for her first communion and received it on the operating table as she died. Her father lives in Freland and her mother works in Merrimack.
Aggie Zereas 26 died at 5 Bents court on Nov 17 Mrs Mary A Miller 54 died at 79 Fayette street on Nov 18 Mrs Sarah Howe 78 of Lexington mother of Eben F and William F Howe of this city died on Nov 17
A.s stock room held reserve stock of popular goods, all dampened by water and smoke, being sacrificed at great bargains as they must be sold soon. In the basement department, A. G. Pollard & Co notes Yale College received gifts totaling $445,065 in its last financial year.
Glove listings show heavy Scotch wool options at 26 cents down from 50 cents and Astrachan styles in brown shades at 50 cents from 75 cents. Also noted are oil tanned gloves at 25 cents and variety from Dent and Fownes Bros. A new motorman glove features wool linen buckskin with wool wrister and gauntlet.
Personal notices reveal Elizabeth C. Rogers recently finished Miss Hurds training and will work with Dr. Grady on Tyler street. Mrs. Martha E. Hill and Miss Clara Hill plan two weeks at Montpellier while Charles Lewis Blake leaves for New York for Thanksgiving week. Amos W. Dows and wife sail from Boston for Interlachen Florida with a party from the city. Chief Hosmer remains home sick with a bad cold. Harry P. Graves resigns as clerk of the First Trinitarian Church, though no confirmation. A gathering at Walker and Middlesex to honor S. W. Killpartrick couple presented oak dining furniture. Mrs. Sarah S. Griffin spoke on American essayists at the Friday club, classifying writers by Moral and Religious, Historical and Political, Nature, and literary essays. Next Friday, Miss M. Ella Russell will discuss American Literature.
At Friday’s meeting A. O. UW. W. Lowell lodge approves a trip to Methuen next Friday. Special cars depart the square at 7 PM for a parade with banners and transparencies in Lawrence, where Spickett Falls lodge will host.
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