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Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1903

Page

10

October Daylengths and Moonrise Times

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.

Local Advertisements and Store Listings in Lowell

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.

Wilson A. H. Cluer Bridge Street New England Thompson Hardware Co Limburg Boston Cloak and Suit Store Co. H. Hanson & Co J. J. O'Connell & Co Central Street Runels New Davis Square Pp. J. Dusty & Co McManmon Lowell Holland France Japan Prescott Street

Personal notes on local residents and career moves

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

Grace Stevens Royal Street Canaan Street N. H Marelle Higgins New England Telephone and Telegraph Co Boston Margaret and Mary Carley Miss Carley Brighton Kittie Etta McQuaid Pleasant Street Ida Marie Rogers Broadway Theatre Company New York Miss Rogers Humane Society’s Fair Daniel F. Mahoney Harvard Medical School Boston City Hospital John P. Mahoney

Stricken Aberdeen Fire Devours Town Blocks

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.

Aberdeen Wash Glasgow Becker

Snow Dusted Northwestern Connecticut This Morning

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.

Winsted Conn Connecticut

Trust magnates question government authority

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.

Peptiron Pills Chocolate-coated praised as tonic and iron source

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.

C. I. Hood CO Lowell, Muss

Aldermen Approve Petitions and Confirm Precinct Officers

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.

Miskella Derby Messrs Gallagher and Molloy Committee On Appropriations

Annual Junior C E Banquet At First Baptist Church

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.

First Baptist Church Christian Endeavor Society H. C. Fuller Fuller Emily Simpson Etta M. Smith Miss Simpson S. T. Ford C. E. Society H. L. Tibbetts Forrest Wiggin Lillian Gifford Hattie Smethurst Jennie Etta Smith Harry Woodman New England Clara Flemings George Walker Charlotte Meader

Cooperative Bank Board Advances Real Estate Loans and Declares Dividend

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.

Lowell Cooperative Bank

A Halloween Festa At Huntington Hall

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.

Humane Society Huntington Jackson Hibbard Ida Marie Rogers Albert Pinder Jackson Hall Huntington Hall

Fire Rages Through Kingsbridge Wrecking Twenty Tenement Blocks

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.

New York Kingsbridge John J. Sullivan Dickman Riverdale Avenue Church and Ackerman T. & W. Thorn Acker

Fraternal Lodge Activities Highlight Local Meetings

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.

Garfield Colony Order of the Eastern Star Odd Fellows’ Temple Order

Firm Has Large Assets In Shattuck & Son Cashes

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.

Horace B. Shattuck & Son Shattuck Lowell Boston Providence Burbank Courier-Citizen

No New Thing Escapes Mr Young’s Attention At Hildreth Building

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.

Mr. Young Hildreth Building

Yeast and Crimsonbeak Parody on Rich House Access

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.

Crimsonbeak Yonkers Statesman

Busy Mart Bazaar Aids Church Building Fund

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.

Building Fund First Primitive Methodist Church Mr. Turner Thomas Gardiner Joseph Sutc Jennie Cuteridge Joseph Fielding Joseph Woodcock M. E. Ogley Mabel Hurd Ada Ogley William J. McCready William Albert Fielding Ladies’ Aid Clara Midgely J. Wilmot J. Bramhall Emma Manning Miriam Hoyle Joseph Potter Thomas Woodcock Wesley League C. E China William Thornton Orpah Sutcliffe Alice Scoble Mary Rhodes Luella Laycock May Heap Ida Parkinson Zilpah Sutcliffe Ethel Greenwood Nellie Feindel Ida Wilkinson Isabel Caddell Geo. Grindrod Harry Maden Chas. Hayes Dora Heading Jennie Potter Alice Watson Jonnie Spillane Lillian Richardson May Esther Dudley Sarah Howarth N. W Matthews, Jr Frank Maden Harry Mabel Chapman Edmunds Leonard Galloway John Galloway George Bowring Globe Ellmaker Stark Sergt. Scott Cuba Porto Rico Priv. Davison, Co Sweden Norway Philippines Gus Ahlberg Carl G. Pihl Leith A. Hindle Thomas Martin Thome- Steel S. Medley G. H. Manning John Orrell J. A. Feindel S. Ogrey J. S. Sykes J. Ashworth Edward Carnock

Relief Association Formed by Pollard Clerks

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.

A. G. Pollard & Co Institute Middle Street A. G. Pollard & Company Relief Association

Extensive Aqueduct Contractor Equipment Auction in Framingham

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.

McKiernan Massachusetts C. L. Pierce Cross and Worcester Streets Fitchburg Boston Lowell and Taunton Taunton Framingham American Road Machine Co H. P. Ajax H. P Farquhar Champion Douglas, Edson Vanwie & Fitzgerald Worthington Myers Knowles Cameron Deane, Blake Carlin Others Church and Hamilton Gine Small O. & S Lawrence Lidgerwood Hoadley Atlas H. v H. P Ames Plow Co Wood and Rand U. S Stuebner Old Hickory and Ames Kentucky Old Hickory United States Fidelity & Guaranty Company Baltimore Maryland Mortgagee

The Picnic of the Subrey Club at Eliot Church

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.

Subrey Club Eliot Church Lowell Osmond Long

Straying Girls Arrested for Vagrancy in City

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.

May Foley Lillian Eno East Cambridge Donaldson and Maher Dover N. H

Robbery at Collingwood General Store on Inter-Colonial Line

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.

Halifax N. S Collingwood Oxford Junction Inter-Colonial Chas. Braggs

Oriental Bazaar Opens In Lowell With Exotic Goods

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.

Lowell Boston Japan China India Turkey Persia Oriental Bazaar Merrimack St

Card of Thanks to Mrs Wallace Friends and Remembrance

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.

A. V. Wallace James Wallace

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Fun Lowell Daily Courier Senator Sorghum Washington Star Cooperative Bank Cleveland Island Annie E. Blodgett P. M Orient Chapter Grand Lodge of Emma F. Goodell South Framingham William Alden Blossom Kingston Winter Harbor Stoneham Haverhill Nashua Medford Chelsea Reading Wilmington Inez J. Whiting N. M Samuel W. Kilpatrick W. P Mary McDonald A. M W. Kilpatrick M. Shirley Frank Gray Helen J. Talbot Oberlin Lodge Nvo Amos Kendall William F. Stewart J. R. Peacock G. O. Hubbard C. E. Farrington The Lodge E. Delisle Tucker St H. B. Shattuck& Son IN Aid OF Building Fund Relief Association J. E. Conant & CO Lowell, Mass Equipmant of Shanahan, Woolfolk & Company Province Law Baltimore News Harry Richardson Lowell Textile School Vesper L. George Julian Academy WM. W. Crosby Swan Bldg Alice H. Smith Harriette G. Lee SWAN Edward Everett Adams Odd Fellows Temple Middlesex Street Bernadette Fontaine Fulton Street Effie L. Palmer Swan Blidg Mass Nano M. Gallagher Lawrenge Street Atwood’s Orchestra E. J. Atwood Dover Street R. A. Griffiths J.-J. McManbdion Frescott Www P. Brazer & Co Hatters and Outfitters Central Cor. Markt S&t
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