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Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1903

Page

7

Five Alleged Thieves Nabbed In Lawrence After Noon

A busy police sweep in Lawrence yesterday resulted in five alleged thieves taken into custody. Officer Bumps led two major turnarounds, including a second hand shop encounter with a suspect named Freeman later identified as Frank Anderson. Two more suspects, Jeremiah Sweeney and John Lane, were cornered in a pawn shop on Merrimack street after attempts to pawn a watch. Charles Loucraft, suspected of stealing $80 to $100 from Daniel Ryan, was arrested in Wheelock field. Two men dubbed Hobo, Timothy Casey and John Smith, were found with brass fittings resembling parts from Coburn Shuttle. All suspects were held for further investigation.

Walsh Maher Laflamme Frown Atkinson Sparks Seine Bumps Middlesex Street Abraham Stein Stein Freeman Abraham Officer Bumps Inspector Laflamme Welch Frank Anderson Maine Providence R. I Wilson Merrimack Street Lawrence Jeremiah Sweeney Elm Street John Lane Pacific Street A. G. Firmin Haverhill Mass Lawrence and Charles Loucraft Inspector Walsh Daniel Ryan Loucraft Wheelock Field Cedar Street Ryan Lovcraft Crosby Street Hobo Brown Howard Street Coburn Shuttle Company Timothy Casey John Smith Nashua Casey

Iron Ox Tablets Promise Gentle Digestive Help

An ad promotes Iron-Ox Tablets as a natural, gentle remedy for dyspepsia and constipation. It cautions against harsh laxatives and alcohol-based tonics, claims the tablets restore digestive gland function, build up the system, and avoid addiction. Available in a 50-tablet aluminum case for 25 cents from Iron-Ox Remedy Co. Detroit.

Iron-Ox Remedy Co Detroit Mich

Fraternal Lodge News and Halloween Plans Amid Local Meetings

Fraternal groups in Haverhill and Lowell report visits by officials and routine business. Clan Grant holds a busy session, Massachusetts Ladies’ Aid plans a Oct 21–22 fair, and Foresters of America discuss a promising anniversary hall progress. Hallowe'en party set for Oct 31 with committee members listed. Gettysburg lecture attracts large audience, and U O G C officers note paid death claims and funds for future payouts.

Ladies’ Aid Society Massachusetts Division of the Sons of Veterans Gilbert Hall Tremont Temple Boston Memorial Hall Evening Star Rebekah Lodge Odd Fellows’ Temple Middlesex Street Hallie E. Whitney Tillie Brackett Irene Collins Minnie Samuels Lois Brackett

Free Flower Show at Highland Conservatories

A free flower show runs today and tonight at the Highland Conservatories. Visitors can view a range of blooms and displays highlighting local horticulture.

Highland Conservatories

Boys Suits From New York Made Bannockburn Cheviots

For boys eight to sixteen, smart blue and black cheviots and serges. Knickerbocker breeches set with Bannockburn cheviots. Handsome suits recently arrived from New York. Prices eight and nine dollars, with forty patterns available at varied prices.

New York Bannockburn

New York Makers Bring Winter Overcoats for Boys

The latest in boys' apparel arrives with winter overcoats and reefers for boys of all sizes. From fall weight reefers to long coats for large boys, the display covers every item boys wear including shirts, undergarments, waists, and fleeced underwear.

New York America

Midnight in Chinatown wowed large Opera House audience

Clara Turner company presented Midnight in Chinatown at the Opera House with Miss Turner as Bobbins and capable supporting performers. Prof Hall’s trained dogs provided a bold act, while the rest of the cast impressed. Tonight's bill features The Little Vagrant and Why Men Tempt Women.

Chinatown Clara Turner Opera House Miss Turner Hall

Universal appeal of a real live baby captivates all

A line suggests the charm of a truly living infant, described as cooing and universally engaging, highlighting a moment where human warmth and innocence draw broad interest across audiences. The fragment implies a sentiment of shared affection for a newborn presence.

Local Theatre to Stage Vaudeville Stock Company

Next week W Murray offers Lowell theatregoers a complete novelty a vaudeville stock company with curtain-raisers. Initial performance expected Monday and the company will remain for the season. Pryor Bros. praised as versatile performers. The Hillucks jugglers and rag picture manipulators are key drawing cards.

W. Murray Pryor Bros Lowell Hillucks

Two Hot Knights to Be Showcased by Transatlantic Burlesquers

A syndicate of merrymakers presents a new method to kill monotony at the Academy of Magic tonight. The event introduces the Two Hot Knights under Transatlantic Burlesquers, escorted by magnetizing young ladies, with performances by Taylor Trio Mitchell and Cain Kine and Gott hold Josie and Willie Barrows and Ben Jansen.

Academy of Magic America Taylor Mitchell and Cain Kine Gotthold

Manager Haynes Presents Fine Bill At City Event

Manager Haynes has prepared a fine bill as crowds gather for the city event. Local officials expect strong turnout and a positive reception from attendees and merchants along the parade route.

Haynes

Egypta Festival Chorus Delights Huntington Hall Audience

Lowell maidens and young men performed Egypta at Huntington Hall with strong chorus work and decisive execution. Rehearsals at the Y M C A ensured solid soloists, while spectacular scenery and oriental costumes provided a striking backdrop to the glittering armor on stage.

Lowell Huntington Hall Egypta

Explosion Sparks Panic at Taunton Plant

Taunton October 14 a factory explosion and fire at the Poole Silver company plant caused a panic among workers. One man Albert Barry was seriously burned while Edward Garrity leaped from the third story, more than 30 feet, and escaped unharmed. The blaze started when a snap match ignited lacquer room fumes and a gas explosion followed. The financial loss was reported as small.

Taunton Poole Silver Company Albert Barry Edward Garrity

Republican Club Nomination Session Names Massachusetts Officials

The October meeting of the Republican Club of Massachusetts at 19 Milk Street Boston elected a nominating committee to propose officers for the coming year. Secretary Frank L. Dean chaired in President Draper’s absence, with Capt. Isaac P. Gragg moving to appoint the committee. The at large slate included Gen. Francis H. Appleton, Almon B. Hall, Wilson H. Fairbank, M. Percival Whittall, Richard F. Barrett, Walter E. Parker, Col. George R. Jewett, Arthur H. Wellman, Fred Joy, Frederick J. Daggett, Elerton P. Whitney, Stephen O’Meare, Clifford A. Cook, William S. Green, and Herbert S. Fuller among others.

Republican Club of Massachusetts Milk Street Boston Draper Frank L. Dean Worcester Isaac P. Gragg Cambridge Dean Francis H. Appleton Peabody Almon B. Hall Williamstown Wilson H. Fairbank Warren M. Percival Whittall Richard F. Barrett Concord Walter E. Parker Lawrence George R. Jewett Salem Arthur H. Wellman Malden Fred Joy Winchester Frederick J. Daggett Winthrop Elerton P. Whitney Milton

Colonial Fair Sees Strong Turnout At St Pauls Church

The second night of the Colonial fair for St Pauls M E church attracted a larger audience with new exhibits on the tables and an enhanced musical program by the orchestra. Tonight features soloists and special musical features.

St. Paul's M. E

Are You Going West Special Rail Rates Announced

Beginning September 15 and continuing daily through November 30, a special rate to all points in Washington Oregon Idaho Montana and British Columbia is offered. For maps routes and information contact Wm Kelly Jr District Passenger Agent Wisconsin Central Ry 280 Broadway New York City.

Washington Oregon Idaho Montana British Columbia Wm. Kelly, Jr Wisconsin Central Ry Broadway New York City

Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil Proclaimed Safe Remedy

A short consumer warning touts Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as a safeguard at home, implying unexpected accidents may occur without it. The notice frames the product as essential for household safety and quick response.

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