24 Oct 1899
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1899
Page
1
A London Chronicle correspondent provides a translated Boer war song sung in camps during Majuba. The verses vow freedom and reclamation of African soil, pledging to die or triumph for Fatherland and liberty. The piece reflects nationalist sentiment and the tone of 19th century war verse.
The excerpt threads through a mix of remarks: a plea for rest and Excelsior echoes, a note that Sir Thomas will skip defending a cup, and a forecast about Fife’s health. It mentions Senator Hanna’s unexpected Democratic address, Filipino reactions to truces, Harvard’s scrubs, and legal questions on Austin annexation.
A Springfield monthly Our Orphan Children in India fundsraise by Philip Bacon supports orphans and famine relief tied to Pandita Ramabai. The piece recounts Bacon delivering $5000 raised from Connecticut schoolchildren to India and shares a cranberry bog mishap and a 4 ft 8.5 in crane caught by a fisherman near Wickaboag lake.
An ad-style message urges readers to prepare for death while living and leave a benefit for kin beyond life insurance. It extols Provident Life and Trust Co of Philadelphia as a dependable company, with Robert F. Marder listed as agent at Room 8 Courier-Citizen Building.
London Oct 22 Canada’s final settlement proposal to Ambassador Cheetham is sent to Washington. It calls for an arbitration of a boundary line similar to Venezuela as a preliminary step, concedes Skaguay and Dyea to the United States if Canada obtains Pyramid Harbor, and links arbitration to control of the seaport.
Chicago on October 24 reports two constables and two lawyers detained for conspiracy. Their system used youths to purchase whiskey and cigars from druggists and tobacconists. sellers who complied were visited by officers with warrants, while those who refused faced arrest and testimony from the boys.
Captain C O Howard of the Nebraska National Guard volunteers to take the place of his late brother Major Guy Howard who was killed in action in the Philippines. He asks to be detailed to the Philippines to fill the vacancy left by his brother.
Reports from Mafeking dated October 15 confirm heavy fighting on the armored train. British forces suffered two dead and fifteen wounded while Boer losses were reported at fifty five killed and many wounded.
Col Henry A Thomas former Boston postmaster arrived at South Station at 2 40 PM with Dr Harris and companions. He heads to Lynn for further rest under lighter restrictions after five months of confinement, enjoying better spirits and a brisk walk to a carriage.
Admiral Dewey's flagship Olympia lies at wharf No 6 in Boston ready for stripping and out of commission. The ship appears cluttered and unclean, a stark contrast to earlier reports of cleanliness, as crews shift to removal of furniture and relocation to the receiving ship Wabash.
The Olympia will be placed under Capt Wadleigh with Maj O C Berryman commanding the marine guard headed to Annapolis barracks. Officers are packing trunks as the ship is prepared for decommissioning. Rear Admiral Sampson foresees a long rest for the Nagship with repairs and overhaul needed and no funds for first class condition.
Boston historians report the Universalist biennial general conference opened with scholarly addresses by prominent Congregational figures and Gov. Walcott, while debating representation rules and adopting a progressive declaration of principles. Attendees heard remarks by Dr. Lyman Abbott and Rev. Frank O. Hall as the afternoon session critiqued star chamber methods and set a new ratio for delegates.
New York October 23 Senator Chauncey M Depew said probate of the Vanderbilt will may occur around midweek perhaps Wednesday or Thursday Attorney Anderson is preparing an abstract and expects it ready by then
Star Pointer, famed pacer, has been removed from the track by owner W. J. White of Cleveland. The stallion’s leg is deemed non recoverable for racing and trainer Dr. J. McClary is released. Pointer will begin a stud career at White’s two minute villa farm.
St Louis October 23 President H D Quinn proposes the inaugural gathering of the new American baseball association and postpones the Oct 25 session to November 2 in New York. The plan outlines a major league style organization with members from several cities.
A Wilmington Ohio woman recounts tears of worry turned to joy after using Hood's Sarsaparilla. She and her stepdaughter suffered blood disorders and stomach troubles, reporting significant benefit from multiple bottles. Hood's Pills are recommended as a non irritating liver remedy to accompany the tonic.
In the Lachance trial the foreman announced a 6 to 6 deadlock after an all night ballot. Samuel Battrick faced larceny from a building. he admitted taking a horse and wagon but claimed no intent to sell. McGuigan was found guilty of assault with a dangerous weapon, while Battrick was discharged for insufficient proof of larceny.
Immanuel Baptist on Forge Village receives gifts from Mr and Mrs Frederick Evans of an oak communion table and ornamented vase. A board screen used at baptism is donated by Elisha Harris and Deacon Gorge H Williams. Church raises 43 in cash and pledges, increasing to 50 by evening service. Rev Wim Walker to lecture on the Jewish Tabernacle with a 1 by 7 foot platform model. Meetings coordinated with John McCoy of Chelmstod. Rev Severe t Lowell heads to Worcester for Baptist anniversaries.
A Bangor despatch reports Michael Quinn of Lowell Massachusetts attempted to take his life by leaping from the Kenduskeag river bridge at 5 PM. A rope was thrown but he initially refused. he was pulled from the water and brought to the police station. Quinn, claiming 19, appears older, gives no motive beyond leaving home due to trouble.
The water board warns that all manufacturers will raise prices by 10 percent after November 15 due to higher metal costs. Homeowners planning to install a meter should place orders now to lock in current rates and save money.
This morning four drunks appeared in court. Richard Pownel Timothy McCarty and Michael J McDonald all first offenders were each fined five dollars. Peter Martin was indicted on two counts of robbery and the case continued. Albert Loomis of Cosmopolitan pharmacy Merrimack street faced adulterated drug charges with a continuance to Oct 31. Winton C Gale charged with larceny of a gross of pens from Chelmsford schoolhouse was continued in two hundred dollars until Thursday.
An Italian believed to be named Angelais was struck and killed by trains near Springfield and taken to Westfield. he was 30 to 35, with money on him and a Holyoke connection. A Boston woman, Miss Sarah Matthewson, aged 24, died from severe burns after her bathrobe caught fire at 411 Columbus Avenue. Margaret Keefe died at Boston City Hospital from muriatic acid ingestion at 47 Melrose Street, saying she took it by mistake for neuralgia medicine.
The Tremont and Suffolk tax case adjourned for recess with witnesses detailing land values per square foot and mill site worth. Nathan D. Pratt and other assessors testified on valuation methods while cross examinations raised discrepancies before the session paused for further expert testimony.
A party at the home of Mr. Nelson Pearson 133 Moore street featured the Alpine quartet Messrs. F Wikison A Pearson E Chambers and C Pearson. Music by Mrs Julia Pearson readings by N Peason phonograph by R B Riley followed by refreshments and whist with all guests enjoying the evening.
The proposed 1909 bicycle trip, under Courier-Citizen Company and led by Mr. E. De Shadduck, is expected to be a great success. Pamphlets with trip details are available at the office or from Mr. Shadduck, 251 Middlesex Street.
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