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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1902
Page
6
Omell Daly Gurer notes the Middlesex county paper's long heritage as the oldest and best daily publication, established in 1825, continuing as a daily news source.
Indications from Boston on October 2 forecast partly cloudy to cloudy skies for New England tonight and Friday with light variable winds.
Informational notice listing editorial rooms job department counting room and general inquiries. Advises patrons to use proper channels and provide address changes, requests for communications, and notices to the business office for timely handling.
The President orders a conference between the Mine Workers union head and coal mine owners under federal auspices to seek common ground for settlement. Operators may resist arbitration, but public demand for fuel this winter and a push for national mine regulation could shape outcomes. The piece recalls Gov Crane’s role in Boston amid the teamsters strike as a possible model for negotiated justice.
The dispatch lauds Col Butler Ames as the Republican choice in the Fifth district saying there is rare harmony within the party and no issue justifying a Democratic shift. It urges Republicans to unite behind Ames to oppose Democratic ploys and defend sound national governance.
The piece weighs South African mine hopes and Boer prospects against New York politics led by Bird S. Coler as Democratic nominee. It notes Tammany’s reform image, Odell’s governorship chances, and Detroit mayoral talks on coal wage tensions. It cites public fuel relief efforts and press views on Roosevelt and national coal strikes.
General Davis replaces Gen Chaffee at a time when Moro activity has ceased and peace seems to reign in the Philippines. American influence makes headway monthly with peace prosperity and justice, showing the populace benefits of the American occupation rather than injury.
Prince Wolkowski reports a 127 year old man in Marewka Smolensk with full sight and hearing able to walk to church and weave sandals. The piece recalls Catherine II and Napoleonic wars, noting his brandy tolerance. Also noted is the New York Society for the Suppression of Vice seeking funds for a William McKinley fund to defend youth virtue, claiming over 26,000 arrests and 3 tons of seized material.
Highlights include remarks about a ship trust, Devery on lecture duties, golf players enjoying a soft week, and sea sickness risks on ships. Gen McCullough praised, Vanderlip & Coe retired, small colleges chasing Yale and Harvard, and a proposed water for wood swap with Dracut and Chelmsford. Fifth district Democrats meet at Lawrence. Ted Sloan's fast riding noted. coal operators under scrutiny amid cold weather. public sentiment warned against renewed chances if no progress.
The Lowell Courier notes Judge Pickman wore the ermine in police court as drizzle and heat mix. Rev James Mudge promotes an annual Methodist pastors retreat. A fire in Dracut destroys Mr Kelly’s California souvenirs. Coal strike boosts some trades while others suffer.
A compilation of brief quotations from several 19th century newspapers. It covers Bank of England dividends including a peak in war times, Worcester political representation, self conferral of military rank, New Jersey farmer prosperity, the Morse estate settlement pace, comparisons to Dickens, and Major Gorgas’ sanitation work in Cuba. The selections reflect opinions on finance, politics, industry, law, and public health.
Dr Ernest Laplace, Philadelphia surgeon, returns from Europe with a French decoration for his research. Tufts dean Charles Leonard turns 80 and begins his 33rd year, longest-serving faculty member. Rev Dr Morgan Dix marks triple anniversary at Trinity Church. Sir Norman Lockyer named president of the British Association for 1903 Southport meeting. Canadian writer Robert Barr to edit the London Idler, reviving the magazine with Jerome K Jerome's past influence.
Kingston Jamaica October 2 The Norwegian steamer Fri captained by Wagle, which ran aground recently near Great Pedro Bluff on the island's southwest coast, has been abandoned as a total wreck. The captain and crew have reached Kingston. The Fri sailed from New York September 10 bound for Cartegena Colombia.
A Lowell letter from Devoe & Co. argues against punishing a Rhode Island potato seller for short bushels while short-gallon paint remains common. The firm claims Devoe lead and zinc paint measures honestly and lasts, urging legislative fix and noting Adams Hardware and Paint Co. stocks their paint.
The annual fall opening of M. A. Baird & Co will be held at WW Merrimack Square on Friday and Saturday, October 3 and 4. The event showcases a choice selection of millinery pieces and offers a preview of new season hats from the firm.
Old residents note a record wet September with only one pleasant day out of 14 as clouds and rain dominate. People rely on sun for mood and health while neighbors joke about rheumatism and sun substitutes. A predicted moon change last night offers a glimmer of relief though skies remain gloomy.
Weather observers expect a milder winter after last summer's chill. In Lowell the sun finally broke through early dawn, replacing a week of clouds and fog. Today shows improvement over the past two weeks with a muggy October feel but a hopeful shift.
The Ivers and Pond piano is advertised in Ring Music warerooms Merrimack Street. Ribbons of colors point to feature cards detailing construction strengths. The instrument is praised for a dainty case and beautiful tone. It has earned long standing esteem among musicians and the public.
The Iowa’s Captain Perry refuses to salute Commodore Barilari, arguing his higher rank requires the salute to come from the Argentine commander first. The row, reported from Buenos Aires, remains unsettled. The Atlanta cruiser has entered dry dock in Buenos Ayres, a move surprising after four months.
The ad asserts cow milk superior in protein fat and salts for infants and promotes Borden's Eagle Brand Condensed Milk as the perfect infant food. It credits forty five years of experience as establishing it as the leading infant food worldwide.
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