Market gains amid broad stock activity and copper optimism
The stock market opened strong with broad gains led by rails and copper plays. Northern Pacific rose to 50 while Baltimore & Ohio jumped to 72 and copper interests reported robust earnings prospects as production nears peak. Sugar and other staples held up though some mining and bank shares wavered amid cautious sentiment and expectations of further fluctuations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Pacific
Baltimore & Ohio
Mo. Pa
St. Paul
Bugar
Waldorf
B. Q
Atchison
Gates Field
Last Session at Marlboro State Federation of Labor Closes
The last session of the 1th annual convention of the State Federation of Labor adjourned in Marlboro after debates on government ownership of mines and political resolutions. Delegates praised the Marlboro Press club and adopted a one day rest in seven. The meeting set Holyoke as the next host for October 1901.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusettts
Weener
United Hatters
American Federation of Labor
McCarthy
Messrs. Convery
Lowell
J. C. Hickey
Lynn
Winslow
Fitchburg
O’brien
Worcester
Parmentier
Westfield
Grady
Springfield
Eyere
Northampton
Weeks
Milford
Ridgely
Foster
Press Club of
Marlboro
Messrs. Mitchell
Murphy
Marlboro Press Club
Holyoke
Disappearance of Framingham Woman Still a Mystery
South Framingham October 4. Mrs. Ruel S. Harvey wife of a railroad official disappeared from her Nelson place home. Search by 25 Italian laborers and others extended to Learned's pond area with dynamite used. no trace found. Patrols by guards and police continue. The 30 year old woman, daughter of Mr and Mrs David Hills of Dedham, had complained of not feeling well Wednesday. A furnaces sale notice appears at end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Framingham
Ruel S. Harvey
I. N. Marshall
Consolidated Road
Nelson Place
Learned’s Pond
William FB. Tuttle
N. Y
Learned's Pond
Channing Fest
David Hills
Dedham
Fred J Hills
Dry Goods Trade Holds Steady as Market Shifts
Boston Journal reports dry goods trade showing little weekly change with strong jobber activity in seasonable merchandise. Cotton goods remain firm though future delivery offers shrink. bleached and denim lines rise modestly while overall output, exports, and wholesale demand stay solid despite higher prices looming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Journal
Lonsdale
Turkey
China
History of Expansion in Early U.S. Policy
The article traces early U.S. expansion as a recurring policy, noting how the nation extended its domain after the Revolutionary War. It cites the 1783 peace treaty at Paris with England as a pivotal step, describing the growth from the original thirteen colonies onward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Overton Paine
Paris
England
The Gamage and Horror of San Juan Hill and E Caney
A stark contrast is drawn between the brutal siege at San Juan Hill and the suffering of rheumatism, noting swift terror in battle and enduring pain in illness under harsher, less glorious conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Juan Hill
E! Caney
Bome
Cuban Mango Leaf Specific Will Cure Rheumatism
An item promotes a Cuban mango leaf extract as a universal remedy for rheumatism and other ailments. Sold by Cuban Mango-Leaf Specific Co. of Lowell Massachusetts in 16 oz bottles for $1 each or six for $5, with customer testimonials available on request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. S. Bache & Co
Tennessee Coal and Iron
Cuba
U. S
Hildreth Building
Lowell
Mags
R. 4. Wright
Buckville
Ont
Dr. Agnew
C. E. Carter
F. C. Goodale & Co
Territorial Expansion and Statehood Origins
Boston Herald reflects on historic U S growth from appalachian lands to Louisiana Florida Texas California and Alaska noting shadowy colonial rights and the temporary territorial government model used until migration created ready states. The piece emphasizes expansion as creating homes for a growing nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Appalachian Range
Great Lakes
Mississippi River
Central West
France
England
Canada
Louisiana Territory
Florida
Texas
California Territory
Alaska
United States
Boston Herald
Tax Suits Filed By Tremont and Other Firms
The Tremont and Suffolk, Apple ton and Hamilton companies sue the city for 1899 tax abatement and Tremont and Suffolk also pursue 1898 taxes. The suits follow hearings before the board of assessors months ago. Wire inspector orders removal of cross bridge wires due to collapse danger, affecting police fire, Lowell Electric, and N E Telephone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tremont and Suffolk
Appleton
Hamilton
Tremont and
Suffolk
Board of Assessors
McElholm
Pawtucket
Bowers
Lowell Electric Light Company
N. E. Telephone Company
Merchants and Manufacturers Exposition Throngs Boston Hall
Thousands visit the Merchants and Manufacturers Exposition at Mechanics Hall Boston as samples and souvenirs captivate the crowd. Over 2000 Sonsa band seats sold before 6 pm for next week amid large excursion groups from Massachusetts Vermont Maine and New Hampshire. Fanciulli and his 71st regiment band perform with high musical standards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mechanics’ Hall
Boston
Sonsa
Massachusetts
Vermont
Maine
New Hampshire
Fanciulli
71St Regiment
Three Slight Wounds Reported In Local Incidents
William Sparrow of 17 Waterford street cut his knee on a nail while breaking a stick of wood Thursday night and was treated at Lowell hospital. Telesphere LaRoe of 17 Ward street cut the palm of his left hand with scissors and was dressed at the same hospital. Charles Bean of Fletcher street cut his left foot this morning and sought treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Sparrow
Waterford Street
Lowell Hospital
Telesphere LaRoe
Ward Street
Charles Bean
Fletcher Street
New York Cloak and Suit Co opens new season display
The New York Cloak and Suit Co introduces fall garments suits and furs with a large selection of tailored suits jacket styles golf capes and storm outfits. The display highlights include rough fabrics velvet and French flannel waists and silk styles while the store at 12 John Street is tastefully decorated inviting shoppers to view the range this opening weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Cloak and Suit Co
John Street
Opening Day At Chris Holmes Store Draws Large Crowd Of Ladies
A bustling opening day crowds Lowell shoppers to Chris Holmes store to view tailor made gowns furs and ready made garments for women. The event showcases up to date styles and quality at various price points appealing to all tastes and budgets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chris Holmes
Lowell
Mr. Holmes
A Spencer Buys McAskie Awning Business
A Spencer the sign painter at 22 Middle Street buys the awning business of John McAskie at 86 Middle Street. McAskie built a large local trade with first class work and skilled staff. Spencer retains all former McAskie employees and plans continued dual success in sign painting and awning production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John McAskie
Middle Street
McAskie
Cc. A. Spencer
Mr. Spencer
Spencer
Also Mentioned on This Page
Stock Market
Rolston & Bass
Old Dominion
Great Britain
Germany
Boston Curb Stock Exchange
Bost. Cons
U. S. Steel
United Verde
Navahoe
Mt. Jefferson
Eclipse Oil
B. & So. Dak
Rev. Leasing
Idaho Mining
Fort Republica
Pneu. Ser
Pneu. Ser. Com
B. & A.gine Pfd
Helvetia
Harvard Mining
Bank of England
New York
Bright, Sears & Co
Cassieese
Ererreerty
Brown RT
Federal
Steel
Federal Steel
Gen. Electric
Manhattan
Metropolitan
No. Pacific
National Lead
Pacific
Pacific P
Penn
U. S. Rubber
Wabash Md
Speee
West U OD
Boston & Albany
Chicago
OX. Con
Amalgamated
Arnold
Arcadian
Baltic
Butte & Boston
Calumet Eee
Coehill
Franklin
Elm River
Dominion
Rhode Island
Tamarack
Utah
Wolverine
Ieeesens
State Federation of Labor
Framingham
John Callaghan
Merrimack Street
DRY Goods Market
All
Gotton Goods
C. A. Spencer
Harvard
Harvard Brewing Co
Lowell, Mass., U. S. A
Enyaisaute
Manufacturers’ Exposition
Mechanics Building
The
Courier
Oxford
Ward
O'Donnell & Gilbride CO
Merrimack, Palmer and
Middle Streets
Ophra
Mainee
Archie Bo?d
Hall Caine
Mr. Sager Midgley
Electric Spark
W. H. Emery
Evenin
J.B. Tos
Killarney
Raine
Harry Richardson
Merrimack Sq
Brocha and
Jawa
Caleb L. Smith
Boston Branch Grocery
Middlesex Street
Tremont
FISKE
Becky Sharp
Thackeray
Langdon Mitchell
Collataral Loan Co.'s
Tremont Street
Mason Street
A’t Fhis
PVICH
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