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Newspaper

Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1902

Page

10

Three Addresses Highlight 73rd Session of North Middlesex Unitarian Churches

The 73d session gathered at First Church Nashua with Rev. Herbert H. Mott presiding. Speakers included Rev. B. R. Bulkeley on The Missionary Idea in Unitarianism and Rev. C. E. Fisher on Is There a Decline in Religious Life, with discussions by Rev. J. S. Moulton and others. The meeting featured a lunch, organ music, and elections to office.

Chelmsford Fallows F. A. Paten Littleton Harvey A. Whiting Wilton N.H F. T. Greenhalge Lowell E. 35. McQuesten Nashua George C. Wright Chas. H. Coburn Lowell Stow William F. Heald Pepperell Daniel Nesdham Groton Charles T. Rivings Whiliam Brown Tyngsboro George S. Shaw Ashby William C. Brown Eliza Babbitt Westford Kate I. Hazen Shirley Wright J. S. Moulton C. FE. Fisher First Universalist Church Fisher Wm. A. Bolster

Meat and health foods clash in old debate

The article argues a mixed diet of grains fruits and meats is best citing ancient robust health from roast beef and pork. It promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets to aid digestion and claims doctors endorse them for executive digestion and relief of indigestion.

Julius Reminson Stuart

United Textile Workers End Per Capita Tax at 5 Cents

Washington Oct 23 United Textile Workers of America closed its first annual convention today electing James Tansey as president and naming officers from Fall River New Bedford Ipswich and Philadelphia. Tansey named to the AFL convention delegate. The group will appoint an agent to organize textile workers in the southern states and a resolution backed shorter hours and abolition of child labor. The 5 cent per quarter per capita tax was kept despite opposition to a 10 cent proposal.

Washington United Textile Workers of America Philadelphia James Tansy Fall River Mass Samuel Ross New Bedford Michael McCarthy White Rock R. I Albert Hibbert James Whitehead Thomas O'Donnell Thomas Taylor Mathew Hart John Waldron Ella M. Nichols Ipswich Maurice Noonan Lawrence Thomas L. Ehly J. H. Cartledge Augusta E. M. Carter Langley S. C J. R. Grabowski Chicopee Falls Joseph F. Jackson James Cliffe Pawtucket Tansey American Federation of Labor Convention New Orleans Association

Negro Lynched After Capture Near Tallapoosa Bridge

Ben Brown, an African American man accused of attempting to assault a white woman near Tallapoosa Georgia, was seized from the county jail by a mob of about 300. He was hanged from a bridge trestle as troops delayed arriving from Atlanta.

Tallapoosa Ben Brown Henry Dees Atlanta Brown Hutchinson Gov. Candler

Rise of a broad religious spirit reshapes modern faith

A 19th century sermon notes that religion remains vital but adopts collective social aims. Speakers including Samuel L. Taylor and Mrs. Barker discuss declines in church attendance, secular Sabbath observance, and the energizing of benevolent deeds. The talk praises enduring religious spirit amid changing times, concluding at 4:80.

Susan M. Barker Ayer Dr. Young Winchester

Spools For Babies At Hodges Grocery Store

A list announces ready spoons for many babies at F. H. Hodges grocery to be claimed by bringing mothers and signing receipts. Names include Alice Day, Antoinette Lanvier, Anna Ducey, and numerous others. An Edinburgh professor won government consent to spend two summer months at the Eddyastone lighthouse to study bird flight.

F. H. Hodges Hodges Alice Day Antoinette Lanvier Anna Ducey Alice Staveley Agnes Lambert Alitha Gooch Bertha Hicks Berton Williams Charles Dixon Dan Farlick Ethel Sharron Eleanor Alexander Jurle Ireland Elizabeth Bamford Esther Sayers Ellen Rydle Ethel Libby Francia McCarthy Francis Carr Florence Paresky Gilman Webber George McClellan Gideon Swanson Helen Flanagan Hattie Blaisdell Isabella Burke Joseph Burke James Murphy John Neary John Bkocy James McLeod John Tighe John Halloran Joseph Vaughn James Boland May Flanagan Mattie Cahill Mildre Thompson Minnie Goldenburg Edinburgh Eddyastone Light House

Dr Gray Case Probed By Grand Jury Over Fatal Reading Crash

The grand jury investigated charges against Dr. Gray of Cambridge related to the Hoag children deaths from a June 7 automobile crash near a Reading railroad crossing. About 38 Cambridge cases were considered, with several witnesses from Melrose Malden and Cambridge. If indicted, trial may wait until late term.

Gray Cambridge Hoag Reading Melrose Malden Lowell Court House Dr. Gray

Diplomats Dine in Copenhagen as Swenson Becomes Dean

In Copenhagen on October 23, U. S. Minister Swenson hosted a dinner for M. Jusserand the new French ambassador to the United States. Jusserand will depart for Paris in November and arrive in Washington in January. The retirement of Baron Beck Friess, the Norwegian minister, and the promotion of Count Benckendorff, the Russian minister to London, will make Swenson the dean of the diplomatic corps, the first American to hold that honor in Copenhagen.

Copenhagen Denmark M. Jusserand United States Paris Washington U. S Swenson Baron Beck Friess Count Benckendorff London Mr. Swenson

Keith's Theatre to Feature Grapewin in The Awakening of Pipp

Keith's Boston playhouse books Charles E Grapewin for the week starting October 27 presenting for the first time in this city his latest success The Awakening of Pipp with Anna Chance and a varied lineup including Rachel Laya Stack and Milton Mayme Remington the Baggensens Julian Rose Dave Nowlin Roberts Hayes and Roberts Eddie Mack and Sumasa The show is billed as one of the season's most pleasing acts with Panpinta the myriad career highlighted for the week of November 9.

Charles E. Grapewin Keith Boston Playhouse Pipp Grapewin Anna Chance Rachel Laya Stack Milton Mayme Remington Baggensens Julian Rose Dave Nowlin West Roberts Hayes Eddie Mack Satsuma Papinta

Fresh Molasses Kisses at 19c a Pound

Saturday special advertises Belle Mead Sweet chocolate made from finest ingredients under sanitary conditions. Sold in one half and one pound boxes at Fred Howard druggist 197 Central Street. usual price 25c, now 19c per pound.

Fred Howard Central Street

Medford Banker J. W. Parry Dies After Surgery

J William Parry, oldest son of Mr and Mrs Joseph J Parry of 61 Dudley Medford, died Thursday at Malden hospital after complications from an appendectomy performed Sunday. He was about 30, born in Roxbury and long resident of Milford and Medford, known in local banking circles at National Exchange Bank on State Street. He helped found the Medford Boat Club and belonged to First Baptist Church of Medford.

Malden Hospital J. William Parry Joseph J. Parry Dudley Street Medford Boston National Exchange Bank State Street Mr. Parry Roxbury Milford

Wakefield man crushed by dumpcart in Boston accident

John L. Casey of 11 Auburn street Wakefield was sleeping atop paving blocks beside a Haymarket Square site when a dark cart driver could not see him. Charles Kirk of Charlestown drove the cart for P O Rordan. Casey suffered a fractured skull broken collar bone and multiple left ribs with little hope of recovery. He was taken to a hospital while the driver was released.

John L. Casey Auburn Street Wakefield New Hospital Haymarket Square Boston Charles Kirk School Street Charlestown P. O'Riordan Casey Dingey Hanover Street

Funeral of Daniel J. McSweney in Concord Largest on Record

The last rites for Daniel J. McSweney were held Thursday in Concord, with a solemn high mass at 9:30 led by Rev. Edward J. Moriarty. Organist Katherine A. Gleason and soprano Helen Hosea performed, Knights of Columbus burial service attended, and bearers named Connorton, McWalter, Goulding, McManus, and Sullivan.

Daniel J. McSweney Concord Edward J. Moriarty John A. Crowe M. J. Scanlon Katherine A. Gleason Helen Hosea Calvary Knights of Columbus Concord Council John J. Connorton Maurice McWalter Thomas McWalter John H. Goulding Frank McManus, Jr P. J. Sullivan

Lucy Greenwood obituary recalls a life of faith and service

In Billerica on the local paper page, Lucy Greenwood dies aged 86 after 62 years with Moses P. Greenwood. Four children survived by George P. Hattie and Carrie with Bradford preceding. Her funeral was held Tuesday at Foxhill cemetery with pallbearers S. H. King Alfred Brown A. Blodgett and S. H. Bull. Rev. F. A. Wilson and Rev. A. S. Wurst led services. Faith framed her lasting influence and comfort to others.

Lucy Greenwood Natick Moses P. Greenwood George P Hattie Carrie Ann Augusta Bradford Foxhill Cemetery Dea. S. H. King Alfred Brown A. Blodgett H. Bull F. A. Wilson A. 5. Wurst Orthodox Congregational Church

Treating a Gracious Invitation Lightly Sermon Friday

Carlisle topic for Friday evening features W A Prescott leading a sermon titled Treating a Gracious Invitation Lightly. Rev Mr Armes delivered a Sunday morning sermon We would see Jesus from John 12 21. Mrs Austin Davis and Miss Sarah Davis reported on convention meetings held in Boston last week.

Cc. E W. A. Prescott Armes Jesus John xii Boston Austin Davis Sarah Davis

Delegates named for Woburn conference of churches

Sunday delegates chosen to attend the Woburn conference of churches in Woburn on Tuesday Oct 25 include George E French John P Davis Mrs Austin W Davis and W B Chamberlin The Ladies Social circle Unitarian met last Thursday at Mrs Charles Forbush Rev and Mrs W E Lane visiting Newtonville home of his parents and planning a Mechanics fair trip in Boston The Unitarian vesper service Sunday evening drew a large attendance The choir featured Mr Wm A Weyhe Rockville Conn and Mr Frank E Wilkins sang with Mrs J H Duren at the organ Mr Lane delivered the final sermon in a trio on the prodigal son Mr and Mrs Emile Peterson hosted about 75 friends from nearby towns Saturday with a decorated dinner set and 20 dollars in bills Charles Nickless is confined to his room D L Chamberlin bought the Taylor farm with two barns orchards and mead ow land The first social dance of the season was held at Union hall on Wednesday Oct 15 and was a pleasing success R

Woburn George E. French John P. Davis Austin W Davis W. B. Chamberlin Unitarian Charles Forbush W. E. Lane Newtonville Mechanics Fair Bofton Emile Peterson Lowell Chelmsford Carlisle Concord Charles Nickless D. L. Chamberlin Taylor Farm

Registration Ends Saturday for Bedford Vote on Nov 4

Bedford town notices urge residents to register by Saturday Oct 25 to vote on Nov 4. Registrars will be at the town office from noon to 10 pm. The piece also profiles local figures including Rep Abram English Brown praised at Concord convention and notes on community events, schooling, and local travel.

North Woburn Mourns D Warner Danforth Name

North Woburn honors D Warner Danforth a long time resident who died at his School Street home after a lingering illness. Born October 20, 1847 in Derry New Hampshire he moved to Woburn as a child and spent eight years in Somerville. He married Milas Jane Taylor in 1874 and had three sons two surviving Homer of Worcester and Walter a textile student in Lowell. He worked at North Packing and Provision in East Cambridge from 1867 becoming head clerk and paymaster until 1901 health forced resignation.

D. Warner Danforth School Street Mr. Danforth Derry N. H Woburn Somerville Milas Iane Taylor Kalamazoo Mich Danforth North Packing & V Provision Company East Cambridge Homer Worcester Walter Lowell

Lynch Court Martial Finds Captain Guilty Of Indebtedness

The court martial at Plattsburg barracks found Captain James A. Lynch of the 28th Infantry not guilty of conduct unbecoming an officer but guilty of conduct prejudicial to good order and military discipline for 1900 indebtedness. He is reduced ten numbers in grade, with findings and sentence approved by General MacArthur, Eastern Department.

Washington James A. Lynch 28Th Infantry Plattsburg Barracks N. Y War Department Lynch Gen. MacArthur Department of the East

Be rea n Primitive Methodist church social at Wormall home

The Ladies Aid society hosted a social at Mrs Wormall 59 South Whipple Street on Wednesday night. A large number attended and enjoyed readings and songs by Mr and Mrs Wormall. A good sum was raised for the church fund.

Ladies’ Aid Society The Berean Primitive Methodist Church

Also Mentioned on This Page

Unitarians North Middlesex Society North Middlesex Herbert H. Mott F. A. Patch Joshua Young D. D Geo. C. Wright J. F. Kimball C. T. Billings A. D. K. Shurtleff A. J. McKee H. H. Mott Geo. S. Shaw C. H. Coburn G. C. Wright Department of Justice B. R. Bulkeley Beverly Old Essex Mr. Bulkeley Unitarian Church T. Billings Billings Mr. Casson Buckingham Wm. Channing Brown American Unitarian Association George CC. Wright Armory William Brown Tyngsborough Inez M. Wheeler United Textile Workers End Tanley S Georgia Mob Science Hooton’s Britannica Hooton Hooton Cocoa & Chocolate CO Newark N. J Samuel L. Taylor Hodges’ Grocery Store Grand Jury Jusserand Keith’s Theatre Robert J. Thomas Water Works Father John Middlesex County Billerica Board of Registrars Abram English Brown Middlesex Concord Town Hall E. G. Loomis Winslow Russell Concord Junction Committee On Metropolitan Affairs and Agriculture Faneuil Hall Weston Lincoln Bedford C. E Emma J. Hughes Clara Powell Barton William N. Cragin Emerson School of Oratory M. Adelle Corey Swanton Vermont E. H. Rollins L. B. Smith Ralph A. Wood Bedford Division Concord High School Ralph 8. Fickett Master Wood Emery Gault Misses Hosmer C. C. Elliott Walter Anderson West Somerville Elliott W. G. Webber Amherst John Gleason Webber Ek. G. Loomis North Woburn Church Social COA Hidhu Merrimack St Harry Richardson
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