20 Nov 1899
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1899
Page
1
A brief poem-like prayer urging daily acts of kindness and courage to ease sorrow. The speaker asks for selfless deeds, words of support, and attempts to aid those in need, concluding with a reflection on conscience and moral betterment. The source credits Ella Wheeler Wilcox from Youth's Companion.
A Georgia paper mocks high poultry prices and language quirks while noting English usage in She is Spoke and praising actors. It cites Moody’s dedication, crowd reactions to stalled scoring, and Cambridge sports, plus a governor arming Kentucky militia and British beef not being embalmed.
The statement notes that no one can confirm olive trees’ exact fruiting span, yet many trees are documented as bearing fruit for as long as 150 years. It reflects on the durability of olive trees and long lifespans in agricultural history.
In a brief exchange cited by the Pittsburg Chronicle Telegraph and Philadelphia Record, Mr Bloomfield proclaims May the best boat win while Mr Bellefield questions aloud. The dialogue continues with Nell asking why Fanny ditched Mr Whitechoker who appeared a fine youth, and Belle remarks she found him too good to be true.
The proposed 1900 European bicycle tour under Courier-Citizen Company guidance and Mr. E D Shadduck promises to be a great success. Pamphlet details available at this office or from Mr. Shaddueck 251 Middlesex street.
Manila reports fragmentary updates on a broad American advance in the Philippines. Lawton's division presses near San Joses while Young's cavalry moves into new towns and infantry garrisons captured positions. Swigert's troopers clash with a larger force near Pozormabio as Aguinaldo's main army concentrates nearby. A near drowning incident is noted for Lieut. Lunn and two privates.
In Louisville on November 20 the Commercial Republican notes that county Judge Commett the county sheriff an attorney the Republican committee chairman the clerk of the court and 1000 others from Harlan county have offered to assist Governor Bradley and General Taylor to inaugurate Taylor and keep him in office regardless of state board or Legislature decisions Harlan county is described as a strong Republican mountain area.
The German Imperial yacht Hohenzollern entered Portsmouth harbor at 10 this morning and was saluted by forts and warships. The Emperor and his family landed and were greeted by the Duke of Connaught who wore the uniform of the German Hussar regiment of which he is honorary colonel.
San Francisco reports a confirmed smallpox outbreak among the 48th regiment colored. Three hospital cases are improving and officials say there is no danger of a wider epidemic.
About 25 defendants faced the police court this morning. Most were fined five dollars with several second offenders paying six. Notable cases included Nora Harrington sent to the workhouse for four months, Samuel Greenough and 13 others fined, and Thomas Fahey placed on two weeks probation after pleas. Two men with hunting violations were to be tried in Concord.
The Olympic Amusement Co of Boston has bought the sole right to show Biograph pictures of the Jeffries Sharkey fight taken at Coney Island on November 3. The American Biograph Co made the pictures and Olympic will exhibit them in Lowell in about five weeks.
A letter to the editor urges Virgil G Barnard as the Republican nominee for city purchasing agent. It lauds his long service, honesty, and open competition in city business, noting his war record, clean private life, and prior two years in the office under favorable conditions.
County commissioners met at the courthouse in regular session and took up the Kelley petition to connect a spur from Lawrence road to his property. They adjourned to visit the truant school, inspect fire aftermath, and review the superintendent’s new house under construction. The rumor that Mr. Donohue would resign for Alderman Libby is denied by Libby and Barry.
Thomas F. Connolly as Lowell Textile council secretary sent a 10 percent wage increase request to all mill agents. The communication notes operatives authorized the move and expects an early reply. Fall River developments guide Lowell as unions plan meetings this week to decide whether to strike.
New Bedford report from the Central Textile council says representatives from labor unions will meet manufacturers tomorrow afternoon to press for wage increases and a standard price for weavers, carders, and loom fixers as the advance in wages is urged.
Worcester mill owner M J Whittall confirms signing preliminary papers to join a carpet industry combine with Lowell mills but says friction halted full action. He refuses to date action and asserts he will not discuss further. Worcester Carpet Co denies options or joining any current plan to control wool or carpet trade, stressing individual firm strength to stand alone.
A large Trades and Labor council gathering at Building Laborers' hall urged adoption of the eight hour law to appear on the municipal election ballot. A committee led by Ham Convery McLennon Mahoney and Kinsella was appointed to seek Associate hall for a demonstration before election day and report at Sunday's meeting.
Trooper T. E. Mc Master, aged 35, finished first among unqualified marksmen with trooper J. E. Farrow also 35 taking second. A. M. Warren scored 58 to win first prize for honorary members in the event.
The Lowell Orchestral Society sold reserved seats by auction in Odd Fellows hall with about one hundred attendees. Highest bid around two dollars, most seats from thirty-five to fifty cents. The affair proved the concerts have solid public support and will likely fill the hall at future events.
Chas A Allen Worcester civil engineer testified valuing the Tremont and Suffolk mills water privilege at 492693.40 on May 1 1897. The November term opened in new court room for jury waived cases with Judge Stevens. Cheney vs Upham et al proceeded. Frank P Cheney of Lowell sues for rentals on mill property formerly Merrimack Croquet Co. defendants Boston men Upham and Thayer. Also Lowell Alliance meeting for Woman's Home Missionary association to be held at John Street Church with speakers Mrs Goodell and Mrs West.
The Armenian club gathered at 5 p.m. Sunday in the YMCA hall, about fifty people attended. Speaker Mr. Sarkis Samulian lectured on plans to expand the city library in Lowell.
Alderman Samuel Chapin will not run in the Republican race for Ward 7. Edward S. Howe is named as a possible successor on the ticket.
The Bachman Hose company of Dra cut voted Friday evening to disband. The furniture and $100 in the treasury will be divided among the members. The original company was about 18 years old, reorganized three years ago with C. Frank Scott as foreman. A new company is expected to be formed soon.
Westford detachment takes first honors in a North rope cavalry shoot held in Chelmsford Saturday. Scores listed show Detachment 4 with three members totaling 178 points led by Lieut Monahan and Trooper Fisher. Prizes awarded for ini and marksman categories included Carll and Lyman distinctions.
A brief note highlights boys clothing items, Frieze and Kersey Top Coats, priced at five dollars, celebrated as objects of pride for owners.
Daily activity in the Boys' Department centers on affordable light style attire. Reefers compare with the All-Wool Dickey Suit at $2.50 while a neat Worsted Serge option runs to $5.00, with selections continuing at the store.
Prof Harrington tests 92 water samples and finds carbonic acid in the purest water makes pipes dangerous. Lead-related optic atrophy noted. boulevard wells less risky but unclear. Tests continue, potential methods include bicarbonate treatment and alternative sources. Funeral notices and obituaries follow, including Sturtevant, Morse, Glines, Sargent, Haley, Bernard, Sheehan, Kennedy, Britton.
The Rev Frank Bauer Harvey pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church Winchester died Saturday after a short illness typhoid fever. He was born in Maryland about 33 years ago educated in a noted institution and ordained four years ago. Survived by a widow daughter of Rev Bates and sister of Lt Gov elect John N Bates. Funeral Tuesday at 1 pm in Winchester Methodist church. Also notices Lowell resident Preston H Britton died aged 81 at 671 Middlesex street leaving two sons and a daughter. John Connolly a Worcester Insane Hospital patient choked to death at dinner. Britton was former St Cloud hotel co manager and aged 1819 birth details provided.
The funeral of Mary Shea daughter of William and Katie Shea was held at 2 o clock Saturday from the parents home 25 By street with burial in the Catholic cemetery Undertaker O Donnell in charge The funeral of Stephen Lynde was held at 2 o clock Saturday from his late home East Billerica with burial to follow
Mrs. Percy Parker and Mrs. M. Tucke join Mrs. J. W. Meigs at the Waldorf Astoria New York. Lowell men O. B. Bartlett F. B. Berryman A. F. Adams and C. F. Morse praised as successful Maine hunters. Frank P. Flint US district attorney Southern California visits Lowell, born in North Reading, staying with George A. Marden. John J. Donovan chef at Himes cafe celebrates birth of daughter. mother well and cigars distributed.
The first in a winter series at High Street church will take place tomorrow night at 7 46. Some of the young men will serve a chafing dish supper.
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