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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1900
Page
5
The market showed notable activity in early trading with a rebound at noon. Sugar advanced 2 points after opening at 118 1/2, while Manhattan, Tennessee Coal and Iron, and Metropolitan rose about 1 point. The general list remained firm with little copper movement as analysts warned against overbuying amid political uncertainty and a improving bank position.
Washington police were asked by Framingham chief to arrest H W Smalley and Mrs Jennie B Harvey, but no offense stated and no warrant. Mrs Harvey, missing since Oct 3, may be in Washington, aided by a Dedham connection via a man named George F Clark. Harvey’s husband provided descriptions of both suspects and awaited word from a purported informant while authorities debated steps.
Captain Philip B. Tucker of Marblehead died at his home on Front Street aged 65. He began bay fishing, then ferried passengers to the neck, expanding to two steamers and over ten employees. Renowned for a flawless safety record in 30 years of service, he leaves a widow, an aged mother, brothers, and a sister, and was a member of Samaritan Tent of Rechabites.
A Washington Star quip shows a young woman unwed posing about sad fiction. She jokes the saddest work is a cookbook, noting that rarely a recipe turns out right. The witty line reflects humorous social commentary on domestic life and cooking.
A large crowd gathered at Kirk Street church for Rev. Dr. Bartlett's Passion Play lecture despite bad weather. The piece combined views, music, and detailed notes on Oberammergau, its history, pilgrims, and the local town's devotion, with anecdotes about Anton Lang and the child actress Anna Flunger. It also covered the town’s economy, the sacred drama’s origin, and a sermon on heaven from John 14:2, emphasizing heavenly life and reunion with believers.
The fourteenth anniversary of Rev. George C. Wrights settlement was celebrated yesterday. The morning service featured flowers autumn foliage good music and a timely sermon. In the evening the minister received congratulations from friends and parishioners. Special services were held by congregational members and light refreshments were served in the church parlors.
The fifty third session of the Methodist preachers meeting for the Cambridge district will be at Wor then Street church tomorrow. The program includes a devotional service at 10 a m with greetings by Rev E P Herrick Leominster president of district a revival symposium at 10 30 a m on Hindrances and Helps in Revival Work discussion led by several ministers, a 12 m collation, an afternoon devotional at 1 30, a discussion on Political Obligations at 1 45 led by Rev C A Crane D D East Boston, and a 3 p m sermon by Rev Frederick Woods D D of Woburn. Laymen are invited to both sessions.
A former Lightfoot Livres mascot recalls a baseball game filled with excitement, a four extra innings draw, and a foul ending. He muses on political enlightenment, compares past liberties to today, and recalls a championship clash between the Ringtal Roarers and Lightfoot Lilies with Doc Quackenbush unusually absent as umpire.
A crowd scene describes Capt Burrows choosing a cross eyed spectator as umpire for a game with the Lilies and Roarers. The improvised umpire makes odd calls, fines Bull Thompson, and reverses the field, revealing clever trickery and a wish for old fashioned play by the rules.
In a period advertisement style text the product Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup is praised as a fast remedy for colds and lung issues. It claims to protect against consumption and death, urging readers to watch small colds and noting outlets C. P. Carter F. C Goodale & Co. as sellers.
Three to five room tenements for rent near Northern depot and in Belvidere Centralville and Highlands. Rents range from $6.50 to $8.90 per month. Apply to T. H. Ettliett at 64 Central Street.
O'Donnell and Voridesa present the only complete assortment of fashionable velvets in Lowell today with twenty colorings including black in plain and figured velvets. Dressmakers and milliners are urged to inspect immediately as import orders were placed months ago and prices are competitive with Boston or New York jobbers. Widths 18 to 24 inches. Prices available today.
We have arranged with a first class ladies tailor to cut and make suits to order from our own fabrics. Forty different illustrated styles are shown with guaranteed satisfaction or no sale. Average making time is six to nine days. Come in and view the styles. We will be pleased to talk it over.
Advertises new style ladies coats described as better than common jackets, with a fresher appearance and lower price than expected. Mentions three special lots available this week as exceptional values.
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