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October data lists sunrise at 6.11 length of day 10.33 sunset at 4.44 moon sets at 11.30 p m. This fragment records daily solar and lunar timings from a historical almanac.
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1903
Page
10
October data lists sunrise at 6.11 length of day 10.33 sunset at 4.44 moon sets at 11.30 p m. This fragment records daily solar and lunar timings from a historical almanac.
The page advertises hardware and furnishing goods from Thompson Hardware Co and Red Cross disinfectant. It notes ready for Thanksgiving promotions at Boston Cloak and Suit and sale events by The Red, White and Blue Trading Stamp Co. Also promotes grain at Paul Vigeant Co and new undertaker rooms by J. J. O Connell & Co. McManmon Florist offers bulbs direct from Holland France and Japan with expert guidance.
Mrs Grace Stevens and her daughter return from a three months vacation at Ca naan Street New Hampshire Miss Marelle Higgins takes a job as operator with New England Telephone and Telegraph in Boston Misses Margaret and Mary Carley of Boston visit their cousins Kittie and Etta McQuaid in Pleasant Street Ida Marie Rogers returns home after two months on the road to join Broad way Theatre company in New York with a key role and will appear at the Humane society fair Friday Dr Daniel F Mahoney Harvard Medical School 1903 graduate joins Boston City Hospital as surgical house officer for two years, son of Assessor John P Mahoney
Aberdeen Washington fire swept the Commercial Glasgow blocks and Y M C A after starting in the commercial center. Wind spread flames toward unburned areas and there were no fatalities. Property loss cannot yet be estimated.
In Winsted Connecticut on October 28 light snow covered the ground to about an inch before melting away later the day. Residents woke to a brief wintry dusting in the northwest region.
A Washington Star quote contrasts trust magnates with government officials. Senator Sorghum notes that magnates feel secure in their positions, implying a perceived superiority over government power. The exchange highlights tensions between corporate influence and public governance.
The advertisement promotes Peptiron Pills chocolate coated as a nutritive tonic for anemia neurasthenia and nervous weakness. It claims to add iron to blood strengthen nerves improve digestion and aid sleep. Priced 50 cents or a full month’s treatment. Prepared by C I Hood Co Lowell Mass.
At the meeting eight members were present. The board confirmed the mayor's five precinct officers after previously withholding confirmation. An order to refer all petitions for street and sidewalk repairs to next year's government was defeated amid debate. A $400 transfer in the commons appropriation was adopted and the session adjourned after street light orders.
The Junior Christian Endeavor society at First Baptist held its annual banquet in the vestry with about 125 attendees. Mrs. H C Fuller, six year superintendent, was honored with a framed picture as she resigns. Miss Emily Simpson becomes superintendent and Miss Etta M Smith assistant. Officers include president Miss Clara Flemings, vice president George Walker, secretary Harry Woodman, treasurer Miss Charlotte Meader. The event featured speeches by Rev S T Ford and Mr H L Tibbetts and musical performances by Juniors.
At the Lowell Cooperative bank monthly meeting about four thousand dollars was loaned on real estate at 5 and 5 percent. A dividend at 5 percent per annum for the last six months was declared. The new series of shares is on sale, 100 already taken. Eighty three shares in series 14 matured, each valued at 203.59 dollars, with 144 paid per share over 12 years at 1 dollar monthly and 59.59 earnings.
The Humane Society festival offers a Thursday supper and evening activities to help households while the culinary chief is away. Events run Thursday to Saturday at Huntington and Jackson halls with entertainment by Hibbard's orchestra, Miss Ida Marie Rogers, and High School helpers. Proceeds aid vulnerable individuals.
A devastating fire in Kingsbridge at the Hudson River end destroyed twenty buildings housing about 30 families. One fireman, John J. Sullivan, 56, died after fighting the blaze all night and hundreds were left homeless as damage, likely exceeding 150000 dollars, fell mainly on the Dickman estate. The blaze started at the T. & W. Thorn feed and coal store on Riverdale avenue near Ackerman street and may have been sparked by Roman candle balls from a political parade the previous night.
Garfield Colony UOPF held its regular session with a short musical program. An upcoming series of whist parties starts November 7. Oberlin lodge met, elected a new candidate, and planned reception for grand officers. Puritan chapter Order of the Eastern Star hosted its annual visit with a dinner, no entertainment due to busy business sessions.
A creditors meeting for Horace B. Shattuck and Son is set for tomorrow afternoon. The firm denies dire forecasts and says liabilities are not yet determined while assets remain substantial. The business, based in Lowell with outlets in Boston and Providence, faces delays from a fire, a strike, and a tort action affecting funds. The Courier-Citizen notes creditors are sympathetic and hopes for a private adjustment to avoid publicity.
The ad notes that Mr Young of Hildreth building offers a popular compressed air massage treatment. It emphasizes that if it is beneficial for his business, he has it, inviting readers to try the new therapy.
Yonkers Statesman quotes Yeast asking if the rich are well connected and Crimsonbeak replying that their house has a telephone tire alarm and police call illustrating satire about wealth and security.
The First Primitive Methodist church hosts a busy bazaar in its vestry to raise funds with a museum of curios ventriloquial act and many attractions. Tables from grocery to candy and fancy work draw large crowds as they sell goods and host entertaining displays led by church societies and volunteers. The event includes a farmers supper and an ongoing three-evening run with wide participation and a continued plan for more crowds.
The clerks of A G Pollard and Company met in the institute building on Middle street last night to form a benefit society. It aims to pay weekly sick benefits to members when needed. The group named The A G Pollard and Company Relief Association will hold officers elections later. Mr Pollard donated hall space and endorsed the plan with firm support. A rising vote of thanks was given to all firm members.
Shanahan Woolfolk & Company and partners offer a sale of aqueduct and railroad construction gear in Framingham Massachusetts. Includes McKiernan compressors and boilers, air and steam machinery, mixers, crushers, pumps, engines, and assorted engines and equipment, with rental option through April 1 1904. Auction site is near Cross and Worcester streets, opposite the Fitchburg and Boston line.
Local amateur theatricals in Lowell present The Picnic of the Subrey Club in two acts tonight. The show features many local hits and popular songs of the season with clever female roles and outfits crafted for the production. Osmond Long leads the musical portion, and tickets cost fifteen cents.
East Cambridge youths STRAYING GIRLS May Foley and Lillian Eno aged about 17 or 18 were arrested by Inspectors Donaldson and Maher for vagrancy last evening. They left home citing discord with guardians and had traveled from city to city, reaching Dover New Hampshire. They have been living in a questionable way in this city and the homes have been notified while police await friends to act.
Halifax reports a third provincial robbery in weeks at Collingwood near Oxford Junction. Burglars blew open Chas Braggs store safe with dynamite, taking $1700 in cash and causing damage. No clue to culprits.
The store invites locals to explore a varied assortment including Japan India Turkey Persia and Egyptian wares beadwork laces and new jewelry. It touts being the only shop of its kind in the city and urges residents not to travel to Boston for such novelties.
Mrs A V Wallace expresses gratitude to friends who showed kindness during her husband James Wallace's long illness and after his death by sending tokens of remembrance.
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