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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1898
Page
4
The Lowell daily Courier-Citizen, established in 1826 and daily since 1845, published at Merrimack Street, Lowell, claims the largest circulation in Lowell with delivery at 12 cents a week or 50 cents a month and invites circulation books to all.
General notes on political figures and opinions appear in the Lowell Daily Courier dated October 7 1898. It endorses Governor Wolcott for another term, warns Democrats against handpicked machinery, and urges Republican turnout to defend Massachusetts seats amid national debates on silver and party loyalty. It mentions district contests and a stance against Weyler’s policies in Cuba.
The Republican State convention proved an off year with no contest for any office and a large, enthusiastic turnout. Incumbents were broadly Renominated as expected, with only discussion centering on potential ground for a platform or statements.
The article reviews speeches at a Republican convention. Senator Lodge delivered a forceful address linking wartime gains to future policy in the east, George Washington and Lincoln quotes highlighted. Moody and Wolcott were praised for clear, responsible presentations. The Massachusetts party brand contrasts with a prior Democratic gathering, urging voters to favor the GOP.
Queen Wilhelmina described as a pretty, intelligent royal daughter devoted to her mother. Mollie Mauri, ballet star, named first professor of ballet at the National Academy of Music. Details on Burne-Jones name change and La Farge Norton's temper in art world anecdotes.
The author notes a harvest moon and dim street lamps, warns about mushrooms and safe foraging, mentions saw-fly damage in Fort Hill park, and comments on witch hazel blooms along the river. They recall college days with Lil Carter of Dartmouth and praise restaurant memories, while observing council president George H. Taylor keeping timely meetings.
Tonight and Saturday feature Jack and the Beanstalk with Miss Hepner in the lead supported by Harry Cly Blaney and Ross Snow. Seats are selling well for all three performances. Monday brings The Ballet Girl Edward E Rice production with new American alterations. Next Wednesday Chauncey Olcott stars in Sweet Inniscarra followed by What Happened to Jones and The Heart of Maryland. Saturday offers A Stranger in New York.
Garry Owen drew a fair audience at Music Hall last night though the play would have benefited from a fuller house. The Irish drama features strong performances by Herbert E. Denton and William Cahill with Miss Marie Verna shining in a prominent role. A church Easter scene drew praise and Denton’s singing, though hampered by a cold, was a noted part of the show. Tonight Kit the Arkansas Traveler opens at Music Hall October 10 with Henry Chanfrau, supported by a noted cast and a planned Ideal quartet singing.
The article highlights the dramatic moments aboard a steam boat and the vivid Mississippi levee sequences, praising the action and setting as standout elements of the piece. It notes strong visuals and engaging tension throughout.
Miss Hildreth Nesmith and Mr Albert W Thompson wed at the Nesmith home 2 Park Street at 7 30 last evening. About 225 guests attended a richly adorned ceremony with Rev George Batchelor officiating and the American orchestra playing. The bride wore her mother’s wedding gown in white satin with point lace, attended by maid of honor Miss Eugenia Meigs and ten bridesmaids in white liberty silk. Best man was Arthur H Williams. ushers included Lieut Joseph Francis and Thomas Nesmith Jr. A luncheon followed by generous gifts. Out-of-town guests included General and Mrs Davidson, Mrs Dr Cilley, Mr and Mrs Herman Straw, and ex-Governor and Mrs P C Cheney. The couple will reside in Manchester New Hampshire.
The October issue spotlights Dr William Elliot Griffis on Queen Wilhelmina and the Dutch realm, Jacob Riis on Roosevelt and his men, and Dr Edward Everett Hale on James Russell Lowell and Spain. Other pieces cover life at Willett's Point, a Hudson canal-boat voyage, Bishop Hare with the Sioux, Dickens by Laurence Hutton, and a Conrad story Youth A Narrative. Plus Rita de Garther and a Self Culture bend toward literature, Hawaii life by Mabel Loomis Todd, and English questions by C W Alvord. The issue notes a new literary partnership between Ladies Home Journal and McClure's Magazine with affordable libraries and books for a vast reader base.
The October New England Magazine features W D Lighthall on Montreal with frontispiece and historical notes, along with William Howe Downes on the Arnold Arboretum. Cosmo Thanet writes on the Trans Misssissippi Exposition, praising landscape, architecture, and sculpture. Additional pieces cover reform, literature, and household science with reviews of Crowell publications and essays by Thwing, Hudson, Genung, and Dole.
An old time remedy touts Dr Fowler's Extract of Wild Strawberry as a traveler’s boon. It claims to cure dysentery diarrhoea seasickness and nausea while being pleasant to take and acting promptly for quick relief.
After insurance settlements with Jacob Dreyfus & Sons we acquired five prime underwear and hosiery lots at about half price. Items include 30 cent fleeced shirts and drawers at 50 cents through 19 cent fleeced sets, 25 cent heavy camel hair shirts, and 8 cent Merino hose at 15 cents per pair, all sold at steep discounts.
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