Do Something for Somebody Quick Inspiration in Troubled Times
A New Orleans Picayune note exhorts readers to find contentment by doing good for others amid rain and gloom. The piece emphasizes quick acts of kindness as a remedy for despair, urging immediate generosity regardless of life’s storms. In a separate obituary-style paragraph, Rev. John J. Shaw leads a service at 9 o'clock with Josie McCabe in charge of music. Burial followed at the Catholic Cemetery Lowell with bearers named Flynn, Morris, and O’Brien among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John J. Shaw
Josie McCabe
Schmidt
David McHugh
Lowell
John Flynn
Patrick Flynn
John Morris
O. Morris
John Haley
James O’brien
The Bad Indian and Bad Rum and Other Nonsense
A collection of witty quips and aphorisms about dry goods clerks in Lowell and other topics. It notes the humor of Friday, chimney soot, the western farmer, Sherman Hoar on the Roll of Honor, Davis's war critique, questions about when the new century begins, and a hazing incident at Tufts with a freshman threatening to brain the first entrant to his room.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tufts
Labouchere and Baring alliance tale and light quips
A collage of short anecdotes and jokes from Punch and other papers. Labouchere negotiates marriage and partnership links with Hope and Baring, then becomes Hope's partner. A toy shop chemist joke contrasts shops and labels. A quip about professionalization follows, plus lines from Yonkers and Highlands Belmonts club talk.
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Labouchere
Taunton
Hope
Sir Francis Baring
Francis
Ope
Baring
Stores Closing As Yellow Fever Surges In Mississippi
Six new yellow fever cases reported in Jackson with no deaths, prompting business closures and exodus from the city. The outbreak has reached Natchez with 20 new cases and several deaths statewide yesterday.
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Jackson
Miss
Natchez
Queen Liliuokalani to seek redress over annexation
Victoria B C Oct 8 Ex Queen Liliuokalani plans a Washington visit to seek redress for Hawaii's annexation. A Solomon Islands report says British ships Goldfinch and Mohawk seized several South Sea islands.
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Victoria
B. C
Warrimoo
Australia
Honolulu
Liliuoka-lani
Washington
Solomon Islands
Goldfinch
South Sea
Fire destroys Palace Hotel and stores in Atlantic City
A morning fire in Atlantic City N J destroyed 20 buildings including the Palace hotel and several stores. Loss estimated at 100 000 with later estimates up to 200 000. Many business places burned out and six families made homeless.
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Palace
Atlantic City
N. J
Mornieg
Sternberg Encloses Camp Wikoff Preparations Letters
Surgeon General Sternberg sent correspondence to the war investigation commission detailing Camp Wikoff preparations. The letters indicate tents medicines and comforts planned for soldiers.
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Sternberg
Commission
Camp Wikoffs
Washington
War Investigation Commission
Wikoff
Will Sign Extradition for Mrs Botkin
San Francisco Oct 8 Gov Budd will sign an extradition warrant to return Mrs Botkin from California to Delaware where she is charged with murder by poisoning Mrs Dunning and Mrs Deane via poisoned candy. Another warrant will be issued for her arrest.
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San Francisco
Botkin
John P. Dunning
Peace Commission Reviews Spaniards Proposals in Paris
The American Peace commission met in Paris this morning and turned its attention to the Spaniards propositions which the commission cannot accept. The Philippine question stands as the most difficult issue in the talks.
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Paris
American Peace Commission
Leather Firm Heckman Bissell & Co Fails
Boston date indicates the large leather and hide firm Heckman Bissell and Company failed today. The company had been doing business of over six hundred thousand dollars annually. Liabilities are not disclosed.
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Boston
Heckman, Bissell & Co
Kentucky Court Rules Separate Negro Coaches Constitutional
Frankfort Oct 8 The Kentucky court of appeals held constitutional the statute requiring railroads to provide separate coaches for Negroes. The ruling supports racial segregation in railroad passenger service within Kentucky.
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Kentucky
Frankfort
Kentucky Court of Appeals
Shaw Acquitted in Camden Murder Trial
Camden, N J Oct 8 Eli Shaw accused of murdering his mother was found not guilty today. The courtroom crowd cheered as Shaw fainted after the verdict. Solace Arrives. New York Oct 8 The hospital ship Solace reached port from San Juan with 19 sick seamen and 43 sick and convalescent soldiers aboard.
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Camden
N. J
Eli Shaw
Shaw
Principal complaint about army regulations heard in inquiry
Washington October 7 three witnesses testified in the war investigate commission Gen Greene who took part in the Manila battle and Col Lee quartermaster at Camp Thomas before the panel detailing concerns about army rules and procedures.
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Army
Washington
War Investigation Commission
Gen. Greene
Manila
Col. Lee
Camp Thomas
Remarks on Spanish American War camps and Rough Riders
Testimony from Major Hersey and General Greene describes camp conditions in San Antonio Tampa and Montauk. They praise supply levels and discipline while noting minor failures in firefighting and a problematic physician. Camp Wikoff is rated the ideal camp with clean water, good sinks, and swift decline in sickness.
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Hersey
Roosevelt Rough Riders
Greene
Florida
Manila
Turkey
Russia
Henry B. Hersey
Santa Fe
N. M
San Antonio
Tampa
Wikoff
Montauk
Major Hersey
Tiffany
Wrenn
Rough Riders
Boston
Mr. Wrenn
Col. Lee
Sternberg's Defence on Army Medical Staff Shortages
Washington reports Surgeon General Sternberg detailing the medical corps shortfall since war began. Of 192 allowed, 97 ready for field duty after 35 brigade surgeons, with 23 absent sick and 2 dead. 650 contract surgeons hired to fill gaps. Some civil division chiefs praised for swift adaptation.
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Washington
Sternberg
Medical Department of the Army
Surgeon General’s Office
Army Medical Museum
Army Corps
Surgeon Foster Resigns in Massachusetts Regiment
Middletown Pennsylvania October 7 Major Foster of Cambridge chief surgeon of the 5th Massachusetts regiment now at Camp Meade has resigned Lieut W F Pearl of Boston takes his place A number of other officers will resign when they learn what disposition is to be made of the corps
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Middletown
Admiral Howell Relieved of North Atlantic Command
Commodore Philip assumes control of the North Atlantic squadron after Admiral Howell is relieved. The San Francisco is to be out of commission at Norfolk, while Philip’s flagship the New York is at the New York navy yard awaiting assignment.
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Washington
Howell
San Francisco
Norfolk
Philip
New York
New York Navy Yard
City Hall Officials Clash Over Library Book Purchases
Trustees of the city library threaten resignations over a bill for books bought by the librarian on order of the trustees rather than via the purchasing agent. They contend their duty is to decide what books are bought and that purchases must come from one publisher at uniform prices. The city hall says the purchasing agent has been ordering books for the trustees except for a recent electrical books purchase. Also noted: boiler safety condemnation at the schoolhouse, Capt. Stone visits, and Huntington hall rebuilding plans drafted by E M Garner for Sept True.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ty Corporation
Lowell Gold Seeker Prospects in Klondike Arctic City
In Arctic City the Winthrop Co operative Mining Company, with Charles Stocks as member, reports good prospects in the Klondike. They located a claim on the Koyukuk river, partnered with the prior owner, built a mill and cabins, started a store selling jackknives, calico, and overalls, and possess a company boat awaiting further details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winthrop Co-operative Mining Company
Charles Stocks
Golden Fields
Klondike
Arctic City
Koyukuk River
Hood's Sarsaparilla Marketed for Salt Rheum Relief
Salt Rheum sufferer Lloyd B Chase of Pottersville Mass found relief after using Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills. The ad claims the medicine cures blood and skin diseases, with pricing listed as $1, six for $5 and Hood's Pills at 25 cents. The copy urges readers to try the remedies for similar benefits.
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Lloyd B. Chase
Pottersville
Mass
Hood
America
Prospecting Outfit Moves Up River For Gold Claims
The Bateman party transports passengers and supplies up the river. Stocks reports a trip earning 1500 dollars. Prospectors have found 35 cents per pan with 350 to 400 rich colors. Stocks is optimistic and Mrs Stocks plans to join in the spring.
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Bateman
Police Court Records Clear In Hadley Trial
J William L Ferris, who escaped Lowell jail on September 22, was tried this morning and sentenced to six months in Lowell jail. Six drunks paid $1 fines, five released, two sentenced. Eliza Vallery jailed five months for drunkenness. Christopher Coffey sentenced to six months in Lowell jail. Christ Lampros larceny case continued to October 15 with $300 bond. Charlies Forbes to next Thursday for trial on threatening wife. Patrick Vaughn charged with assault on McAlwane and Officer Fox and drunkenness. fines total $18. Winslow Stevens found guilty of assault on Officer Fox with a $10 fine.
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Hadley
William L. Ferris
Lowell
J. B. Crowley
Eliza Vallery
Christopher Coffey
Christ Lampros
Charlies Forbes
Patrick Vaughn
McAlwane
Fox
Winslow Stevens
Jefferson and Richardson defamation cases tried together
In Sherman Superior Court Judge Sherman merged Jefferson v Richardson and Gray admin v Richardson after ruling on joint hearings. Dr Jefferson led prosecution as plaintiff counsel reentered later. Three defense witnesses testified. Fitch v Richardson libel suit was abandoned with a verdict for the defendant returned by the jury without leaving their seats.
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Superior Court
Sherman
Jefferson
Richardson
Gray
Admin
Fitch
Normal School Masters Visit North Adams Outing
Normal school principals from western Massachusetts arrived in North Adams led by Murdock.Visitors A G Boyden E H Russell W P Beckwith W A Baldwin J G Thompson C S Chapin F F Coburn examined school facilities, noted the department of physical culture, and held meetings on education. An informal reception followed before trips to Greylock Mountain.
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North Adams
Massachusetts
A. G. Boyden
Bridgewater
E. H. Russell
Worcester
W. P. Beckwith
Salem
W. A. Baldwin
Hyannis
J. G. Thompson
Fitchburg
C. S. Chapin
Westfield
F. F. Coburn
Murdock
North Adams School
Coe
Greylock Mounn
Soldiers Report From Lowell Hospitals
Sylvester Lane remains critically ill and fighting for life, doctors noting unusual vitality. In Lowell, Everett at the Corporation hospital is exercising daily since Thursday. Harry Whiteley of Albion street is well enough to dispense with a nurse. William E. Chamberlain, previously in critical condition ten days ago, is now convalescent.
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Sylvester Lane
Lowell
Everett
Corporation Hospital
Harry Whiteley
Albion Street
Wm. E. Chamberlain
Firemen’s License Law Sparks Union Grievance
The Stationary Firemen’s Protective Association condemned the new firemen license law at its Friday meeting. They argued the law, as applied by some local corporations, is unjust and discriminatory against unlicensed workers in establishments with licensed craft members, who receive equal pay.
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Stationary Firemen’s Protective Association
Tyngsboro Evangelical Hold Measure Social for Organ Fund
Tyngsboro Massachusetts church held a measure social Friday to raise funds for the balance due on a new organ. A chicken supper priced by height at three cents a foot drew guests. Committee in charge included Mrs M C Butterfield Matilda Truby Channing Whiter Mrs Worcester Mrs Sinclair Mrs Hunter and Mrs Bridgeford. Readings tableaux recitations and musical selections featured with Miss Alda Sherburne.
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Tyngsboro
Friday Night Closing Reduces Weekly Hours
Friday night closing will trim the workweek by about two hours while Saturday clerks may face increased busyness. The remark notes no overall extension of other days despite the change.
Democrats in the 26th district face illegal convention claims
The report details Democratic missteps in the 26th district where a Thursday caucus produced invalid nominations under a 15 day rule. It notes defections for Draper and Cosgrove, hints at internal mismanagement, and mentions a looming district committee decision and possible independent papers for Draper. Other items reference Cambridge sheriff candidates and Republican events.
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Henry J. Draper
Charles H. Cosgrove
Cosgrove
Draper
Democratic City Committee
Middlesex Democrats Schedule East Cambridge Convention
The Middlesex county Democratic convention will meet in East Cambridge wardroom next Wednesday at 4 30 PM. Fred Gilligan of East Cambridge issued the call after last year’s temperate gathering in East Cambridge, despite Lowell Democrats wishing for a Lowell venue.
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Middlesex County
Ward
East Cambridge
Fred Gilligan
Lowell Democrats
Funeral processions mark two Chelmsford deaths
George P. Colbart 42 died yesterday at St. John s hospital after years with the street department leaving a widow. Elizabeth Whelan s funeral from Kinsman street chapel featured a solemn requiem mass at Sacred Heart Church with Miss Sullivan leading the choir and performances by Miss Gallagher and James Donnelly. Burial followed at Catholic cemetery. Elen McGlinchey s funeral from West Chelmsford home included a solemn requiem at St John s North Chelmsford church.
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George P. Colbart
St. John’s Hospital
Elizabeth Whelan
Kinsman Street
Sacred Heart
Guillard
Adelaide A. Sullivan
Nano Gallagher
James E. Donnelly
Nellie Connolly
Boston
John Gormley
Thomas Higgins
Dennis Sheehan
Martin Dwyer
Patrick Buckmaster
Dennis Murphy
Fr. McRory
Elen McGlinchey
West Chelmsford
St. John’s Church
North Chelmsford
Funeral of Dr. Charles L. Fox in Lowell
The body of Dr. Charles L. Fox was buried from the East Merrimack Street home of his stepmother Mrs. Lorenzo S. Fox yesterday afternoon. Rev. W A Bartlett led services with Lead Kindly Light and What a Friend We Have in Jesus sung by a male quartet. Mayor Bennett, Judge Hadley and the board of health attended. Burial followed at Lowell cemetery with bearers Frederick A. Fisher Frederick C. Weld Frederick A. Chase Nicholas G. Norcross Dr. Thomas B. Smith and E. W. Trull. Undertakers were J. B. Currier and associates.
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Charles L. Fox
Lorenzo S. Fox
East Merrimack Street
W. A. Bartlett
Jesus
Bennett
Hadley
Board of Health
Lowell Cemetery
Frederick A. Fisher
Frederick C. Weld
Frederick A. Chase
Nicholas G. Norcross
Thomas B. Smith
E. W. Trull
Larkin T. Trull
Daniel ‘A. Swan
J. B. Currier
Ladd and Whitney circle hosts first winter supper
Ladd and Whitney circle, Ladies of the G. A. R., opened their winter fortnightly supper series with a large attendance. Mrs. B. S. Clough reported on the Cincinnati national convention and the group voted to contribute a piece to Circle 24 in Los Angeles for a soldiers' bazaar. A committee led by Mrs. H. W. Allen and others organized the event.
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H. W. Allen
H. M. Potter
George Graves
Albert Hamblett
Albert Davis
J. W. Hobbs
Notable Guests Visit Lowell and Area Notables
A party hosted by F J Boynton welcomed J W Gibson C J Holditch E L Gilmore and David Laird traveling auditors of major telegraph firms. They toured local sights and journeyed to Boston. Also, Elks discuss a reception for Hon A B Bruce of Lawrence. Death notice: Ruth E Goldsmith 80.
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J. W. Gibson
New York
Southern Bell ,T. & T. Co
C. J. Holditch
Bell Company
E. L. Gilmore
Atlanta
David Laird
Richmond
F. J. Boynton
New England Telephone and Telegraph Company
Boston
Frank Marren
Butterfield Street
Warren
Saranac Lake
Noel St. John
Lowell
Navy
Gloucester
Santiago
Wasp
Lowell Elks
A. B. Bruce
Lawrence
Bruce
Lowell Lodge
Iks
F. P. Marble
Broadway
Hanson
Continental
F. E. Jones
St. Cloud
W. H. White
Hugh Walker
E. P. McDeker
S. S. Halifax
Prince Edward Island
Charles Blacktin
Leo Blacktin
Milltown
New Brunswick
Howard Blacktin
Hale Street
Mabel Ewings
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