09 Oct 1901
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1901
Page
1
A quirky dispatch notes Miss Stone as a lone pebble amid rising rocks of ransom talk. The Kronprintz Wilhelm allegedly made her maiden voyage, prompting speculation it could be an hermaphrodite brig. Tammany is accused of low behavior and seeks to keep Low down.
New York Oct 9 the British bark Criffel laden with powder to wreck nearby caught fire at pier 11 East River and sank after crew and police jettisoned cargo. Officers, watchman Olaf Anderson and fire crews saved most of 240000 gallons of oil plus powder and cartridges before keel settled, damage about 160000 dollars. Cargo bound for firms in Dunedin and Wellington New Zealand.
Details of US Britain talks establishing a provisional boundary near Lynn Canal were published in the 1898 Red Book. The arrangement keeps US authority to protect citizens in the Porcupine region, regardless of temporary jurisdiction.
Lawrence Massachusetts October 8 John F Flannery reported missing from 483 Lakeview Avenue Lowell was given lodging at the police station Monday night He told the janitor he had a brother in the city and would look him up Tuesday Police had not learned he was wanted in Lowell and did not detain him Steam heat is a good thing these gay people but a little of it goes a long way.
The Traders National Bank offers general banking with foreign exchange in multiple languages and safety deposit boxes. Savings pays 6 percent annually, with monthly compounding, and there is a ladies banking room. It is a depository for the United States and Massachusetts. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, with evening hours 7 to 9 p.m. Banking rooms located at 30 to 46 Middlesex Street and 11 to 24 Post Office Ave.
Manila reports Gen Smith sails from the capital to assume command in Samar and Leyte to free Gen Hughes for Cebu. He travels with a Seventh Infantry battalion eager to avenge the Ninth Regiment disaster. Further Samar dispatches recount grisly mistreatment of dead soldiers.
Richard Barron a gateman for the Boston and Maine at Prison Point Cambridge was attacked at 10 30 p m and left with a fractured skull. He was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital and placed on the dangerous list as Cambridge police seek two suspects after a brick struck him.
Rear Admiral Schley observed his retirement at age 62 in a formal inquiry court proceeding. The day opened with Lieut. M L Bristol, formerly watch officer of the Texas, testifying as a witness.
A trust worthy report places Miss Stone's abductors on a mountain summit at Gultepe near the Turko Bulgarian frontier. Eighteen captors surround the peak as Turkish and Bulgarian troops prepare to encircle the area while the American board and president review ransom options and diplomatic steps to secure her release.
Boston October 8 funds for the Miss Stone ransom rise to 56574.61 in cash plus 7000 in pledges with overnight receipts to come. Charles A Stone urges continued effort as brigands reportedly grant a month. Subscriptions through Magoun & Co total 1859.14 and Mark Hanna donates 100 to the fund.
Dr. M Meseropian of Kansas City declares that the abduction of Miss Stone by Bulgarian brigands was ordered by the Sultan of Turkey to divert suspicion from himself. He ties the act to the $90000 indemnity the United States demanded after the burning of American Missionary buildings.
Two Tucson men returning from the Gallura mountains report a vast gold vein 200 feet wide and 6000 feet long. The canyon exposes ore on both sides for 200 feet, and the value in sight is estimated at 7 million dollars. Authorities call it one of Arizona’s greatest discoveries.
San Francisco reports the Ruhlin Jeffries boxing match now fixed for October 9 to November 15 with forfeits posted and only referee arrangement remaining to finalize the event.
Melvin A. Heil burn, proprietor of a large Tremont Street ladies’ fur shop in Boston, fell from an eleventh story window at Herald Square hotel this morning and was instantly killed. He suffered cramps prior to the fall.
Washington October 9 a publishing house representative asked the treasury department for relief from seizure of several thousand arithmetics by the secret service. The books were printed for Philippine schools and contained pictures of American coins. The publishers say pictures were needed for child education.
Hartford Oct 8 After devotional exercises at the American board session President Capen read the official report on the captivity and ransom of Miss Ellen M. Stone. The committee reviewed the grave situation and considered yielding to ransom versus risking lives of missionaries worldwide. The board held that paying ransom would set a dangerous precedent beyond their own agency.
An advertisement urges readers to seek medical advice before using Ayer Cherry Pectoral for coughs. It stresses following the doctor’s instruction whether to take or skip the remedy, and promotes pricing of 25c 50c and 1.06 dollars from J C Ayer Co Lowell Mass.
Vienna dispatch reports Gen. Zontschew president of the Macedonian committee denies any involvement in the abduction of Miss Stone and blames the Turks. Bulgarian Foreign Minister Danev asserts Bulgaria is doing its best, with 3000 troops engaged in the search for her.
The October 9 Chicago blaze that destroyed Peabody's coal yard is believed to be incendiary. Revised loss estimates bring the total to about 595000, with extensive damage across the facility and surrounding properties.
In Lowell police court Judge Hadley noted a scant audience of ten as ten defendants faced justice. Hugh McGinn sought leniency with a lengthy protest but received a probation sentence. Rose Carney, seeking confinement, returned to State farm after parole. Patrick Welch pleaded guilty to drunkenness and assault, with a jail term for the offense. Thomas Heslop paid six dollars, while Catherine Carruth Mary Curley and Alice Germain paid two dollars each. Medric Baril and Peter Levesque had charges placed on file.
The Merrimack River Baptist Association holds its 36th annual adjourned session at Worthen Street church in Lowell. Rev. E E Scates opens with devotion, officers are elected, and reports plus committees occupy the day. Rev John R Gow of Somerville delivers an address and Rev F W Padelford preaches the annual sermon.
A detailed account traces Cooley's movements about an hour before attacking Mrs. Casey, noting a potential weapon change from razor to a suit worn earlier and his eventual return to his room. Eyewitnesses describe a meditative mood, while officials criticize delayed police notification and document Cooley's history of cruelty through statements from James Coughlin and his wife. The case ties to a missing child, strained family ties, and pending authorities as insurers seek timely responses and a formal identification.
The New York and Bermudez Company and the Warner Quinlan syndicate refuse to settle the asphalt controversy. Each side cites inadequate arbitration options and advocates for different avenues. Minister Bowen initiated the dispute in Caracas last week. The U S department of state awaits developments in Venezuela as arbitration remains unresolved.
Hot ashes set a shed at John Maguire 26 Madison street ablaze this morning. The fire spread to the barn damaging roof and sides and slight fire touched the house. Estimated loss 300 to 500 dollars, insured by Fred Co. Church. Alarm from box 51 shortly after 10 o'clock.
Frank Rogers twelve year old pupil of Butler Grammar School stepped onto railroad tracks behind the Slope 1 engine house on Gorham street and was struck by a moving train. He escaped serious harm after the engine threw him clear. two gashes on the beard required sixteen stitches at St John’s hospital. He lives in Chelmsford.
Mrs Hannah Shinzel of Ottawa Ontario writes to Lowell police chief asking help locating her son Heram Shinzel who left home about three years ago. He has lived in Lowell and nearby cities. photographs will be sent to police in those places. The photo sent to Supt Moffatt resembles Shinzel the Haverhill ball player, but the name is spelled differently and he is said to come from Pennsylvania.
The body of Mrs. Casey was buried this morning at the city's expense after no one claimed the remains. Her son Peter tried to notify the father’s parents in Willimantic, Connecticut, but the telegram was returned. Attempts to reach Mrs. Casey’s parents in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, failed. burial occurred in the French cemetery.
Constantinople Oct 9 Turkish government issues a trade decree granting the exequatur of Thomas H Norton of Cincinnati as United States consul at Khartum. This ends a long delay in formal recognition by the Ottoman authorities.
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