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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1900
Page
1
Notable mentions say Harvard President Eliot has recovered and supports McKinley. Col Roosevelt’s voice stands tested by war and politics. Hull reappears on the map after four years. The Pennsylvania strike ends with miners reaching majority. Governor Roosevelt delivered 14 speeches in Ohio yesterday and was struck by a rock once.
In nature tea trees reach forty feet while cultivation keeps them under three feet. A four foot diameter rubber tree yields twenty gallons of sap and four pounds of dried rubber. Sea cucumbers can squeeze water from their bodies to slip through narrow cracks when threatened.
Three weeks before the presidential election the Sound Money party remains confident, with Peyne at Republican HQ projecting McKinley at 270 electoral votes and Payne predicting stronger Republican odds. Manley and Payne differ on several states, noting Delaware and Maryland as doubtful while Indiana shifts. Democratic optimism wanes as Bryan’s edge softens, imperialism and silver issues fade amid cautious party strategy. Boston Journal reports October 16.
Striking workers at the Philadelphia and Reading Co in Shamokin Pennsylvania refuse to return until all Reading company rivals grant the requested raise. Notices from the Scranton convention were posted this morning, signaling cautious optimism among Reading men that other employers will concede. Mitchell may order a return to work on Monday if broad industry action fails tomorrow.
The Surgeon General Sternberg reports 192 medical officers are insufficient for coast defences and troops in Cuba Porto Rico Hawaii and the Philippines. The Philippines chief surgeon's Aug 15 report shows 8.47 percent sick for command with total army strength at 60 554.
Lynn reports John C. Best of North Saugus held without bail until Saturday on suspicion of murdering George E. Bailey whose dismembered body was found in a sack at the floating bridge in the pond. Best pleaded not guilty as investigators probe the men’s farm workplace.
Former Governor William P. Dillingham was elected United States senator by the Vermont Legislature to succeed Morrill. On the third ballot with C. A. Prouty withdrawn, Democrats voted as a bloc for Dillingham. Vote tally Dillingham 160, Grout 96, Hazleton 6, Prouty 2, Rose 5. required 195.
Pekin dispatch notes the Pao Ting Fu expedition reaching six miles south of Chi Chow without opposition. The walls at Chou Choon displayed the heads of 14 Boxers after they had killed seven imperial troops. Waldersee arrived with full military honors.
Ex Secretary of State John Sherman, aged and gravely ill at his Washington home, showed slight improvement but remains bedridden with a general collapse of old age. Little hope is expressed for recovery as of this morning, October 18. The report notes his long service and current frailty.
Mrs. Peterson killed herself an hour after her husband Major Maj. R. Peterson A. S. V. died of yellow fever at Tor Animas near Havana. Peterson, a West Point graduate appointed from North Carolina, died yesterday.
Detachments from the 26th and 18th regiments defeated rebels near Tubungan in southern Panay, killing many. In Mindanao near Oroquieta Island Captain Olliot of the 40th Infantry surprised rebel headquarters and captured Gen Alvarez with staff and 25 soldiers, an action described as important for pacifying the district and ending Alvarez's provocation of hostilities.
Ex champion Wim Salmon will race Edward De Catur in a two mile foot race at Westford Common on Saturday October 20. The event is set for 4 o'clock rain or shine with a purse of 165 dollars.
Assessors for the year tax a canal side strip on Anne Street as land, billing trustees Charles Hilde rth and John Pead $294.22 plus a street watering tax of $36.40. Historical gift to beautify the city and possible canal use create tax doubt. city solicitor says taxation stands unless state law exempts. Voters misstate wards during registration, with residents mistakenly claiming neighboring wards.
Amherst Oct 17 The autumn session of the Massachusetts State Federation of Women's Clubs convened with about 150 delegates from across the state. Amherst College Hee club entertained, Mrs. E A Grosvenor welcomed attendees, Mrs. O M M E Rowe delivered the federation address, Miss Georgie A Bacon spoke on opportunities and responsibilities, and Prof. Samuel M Lindsey discussed training for social service. A discussion led by President Harris of Amherst followed.
The will of John E. Hudson former president of the American Bell Telephone Co is filed in Boston probate. The widow Eunice W. Hudson is named executrix and inherits all. Dated July 12, 1894 the will names witnesses W S Hutchinson Millie F Dyer and William S Nixon.
The Bowditch is opened as the Association Home for Young Women and Girls by the YWGA. Louise B. Pierson led planning for months, with 29 sleeping rooms now in use, 18 rented, and transient spaces for short stays. A dedicatory program followed a public opening with songs, prayers, and a parade through city streets.
James Daly, 25, employed by Bigelow Carpet Co., fell from the canal bridge at Dutton street while shifting freight. He struck his head on the trestle, drowned, and was recovered about three hours later near the bridge. Daly, unmarried, lived at 98 Middlesex street and had worked for the company since Tuesday.
Lowell companies join Essex County turnout as Salem hosts a torchlight procession with bright uniforms and young Republican marchers. The crowd estimated at about 4500 filled streets near the common with illuminated decorations and a lead by Buffum and Lieut. Col. Walter F. Peck as chief marshal.
The Universalists held their Merrimack valley conference in Haverhill with over 200 delegates from Lowell Nashua Methuen Haverhill Andover Amesbury Merrimac and others. Rev C E Fisher led the opening meeting at 10 30 a m in the Universalist church. Rev F A Gray preached on The Mission and Outlook of the Universalist Church. In the afternoon Rev R M Brown was chosen president and Rev F M Gibbs secretary. Brown spoke on The Attitude of the Church to Laboring Men while Rev R A Greene discussed The Reality of Religion. A praise service followed led by Rev W G Gaskin.
Miss Hariette A. Keyser of New York City, secretary general of the A I L, will give an illustrated lecture on tenement-house reform anti sweat-shop and ideal factory conditions at Union Hall on Monday evening October 22. Admission is ten cents. The discussion aims to connect church efforts with labor questions and improve conditions, with Bishop Potter and Rev Fr Huntington among supporters.
In Maynard's Superior Court the Panagakis v Bugbee et al. case proceeds with Panagakis alleging illegal arrest after being fined $12 and later found not guilty in the higher court. Wilson represents the plaintiff, Pickman for Bugbee, Qua for Officer Leighton, and the jury retires at 11.30 am. Frazer v Nelson resumes after a suspension.
The collection amount announced Wednesday evening for Galveston relief in the archdiocese of Boston totaled 12728.10 dollars. Public church notices cited donations from multiple parishes and urged continued support for disaster relief efforts.
An old advertisement extols a range of patent medicines from J.C. Ayer Company. It promises to cure many ailments and improve appearance and disposition, listing products such as Ayer's Pils, Sarsaparilla, Hair Vigor, Cherry Pectoral, and Ague Cure in Lowell Massachusetts.
In South Chelmsford and nearby areas, the Police Court handled multiple cases. Mark Burke, charged with drunkenness, argued a leg disparity. James Kimball faced burglary and larceny charges with $500 bail, while Alexander McDonald pleaded guilty to drunkenness and paid $2. Euric Thibodeaux and David W. Kelly paid fines of $6 and $2 respectively. Two unnamed young men admitted drunkenness with probation. Annie Thurston was sent to Lancaster School.
Fred A. White, a 24 year old printer, pleaded guilty to printing bogus B and M mileage books used on the Boston and Maine lines. Judge Stevens indicated he may impose a sentence similar to William H. Close, who received six years in Lawrence, unless White provides a compelling reason for clemency. White’s associates Kileren and Sellers were key witnesses for the case, and the scheme spanned about a year with 50 to 60 counterfeit books recovered or used.
The matter of sentence, said Lawyer Doyle, led the judge to state a distinction would be made and then sentenced the printer to the house of correction for four years, or two years less than was imposed on Close.
The Ward Three Republican club planned a rally in Highland hall but adjourned for a week after the president’s daughter died. Speakers included Knox Pickman and Ames with next week’s rally set for the same hall. A torchlit boyish parade impressed Lieut. Col. Butler Ames before he spoke on issues of the day. Flynn has limited Lowell activity and the Democratic committee plans rallies. Knox said the district GOP is energetic and aims for a large election vote.
The Tremont Theatre in Boston hosts Mrs. Fiske in Becky Sharp, a stage adaptation of Thackeray’s Vanity Fair. The second season showcases her acclaimed portrayal of Becky, supported by a strong company, lavish staging, and attentive audiences who applaud the performance nightly.
George Peter aged 20 at Tremont and Suffolk mills suffered bruising to his right palm and three fingers on Wednesday. G A Clark of 43 French street burned his right hand at Boott works and was taken to Lowell hospital. John Cuddy of 87 Lakeview avenue injured his right side by a fall and sent to Lowell hospital.
The widow and family thank friends for sympathy and floral tributes for the late Alexander W. Gulliland. Special thanks to the Lowell Military Band of which he was a member.
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