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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1900
Page
1
The page surveys scattered notes from politics to weather and oddities. It questions Mr. Olney’s voting record, mentions an independent ticket Caffrey and Howe, notes abundant pears and a dry rural stance, and cites a full moon and fears of lunatics. It describes volcanic-like mud vents near Laytonville, Cal. and a 29 year old wedding cake in Perryville Me. It also lists cloud speeds and silent auctions in Japan where bids are written on slips.
Reverend George C. Lorimer of Tremont Temple declines a $1000 yearly salary raise offered by the society. He notes his duty to the church forbids accepting more, saying his current $7000 annual pay, same as his prior pastorate in Chicago, is sufficient. The increase was approved by the executive committee while he was abroad.
Autumn foliage enhances a Boston Halifax vacation land with low excursion rates from Boston, eight fifty round trip to Halifax, three dollars to Yar mouth and back, plus other destinations. Steamers Prince Arthur and Prince George depart Long Wharf daily at 4 p m except Saturdays. for rates and bookings contact offices at 228 Washington Street or Song Wharf, Boston.
Mr. H. and Perham of Chelmsford donated a generous supply of fruit this morning at this office. The note expresses appreciation for the timely aid along the “newspaper Jericho road” and hopes the example inspires others to help.
Monthly plan promises a 4 percent per annum rate with compounding semi annually from October 1. Accepts deposits of 1 dollar and upwards.
Transacts general banking business with foreign exchange in English French German and Swedish money. Offers safety deposit boxes and private coupon rooms. Savings Department pays four percent per year compounded semi annually starting monthly. Includes ladies banking rooms and serves as depository for United States and Massachusetts. Hours 8 to 4 weekdays Saturday 8 to 1 and 7 to 9 p.m. Branches at Middlesex Street and Post Office Avenue.
The funeral of Hon Arthur Sewall was held at 11 oclock in Bath Maine with Swedenborgian services led by Rev Julian K Smythe. Delegations from many states attended and Massachusetts Democrats were represented by George Fred Williams Col Drinkwater William S McNary and Col Charles Co Lewis.
In a report from Pretoria on September 8 Gen De Wet and Theron align near Johannesburg with about 1000 Boers in a position on the high hills south of the town. A pursuing enemy force is active while the Boers lack artillery. London reports Belfast action with Ian Hamilton tilting Boer right flank and Buller's advance. Dundonald and Brocklehurst take Lydenburg as Boers disperse north and east, sending guns and stores to Kruger's post.
The cruiser Baltimore under Commander Watson arrived in New York this morning after a slow voyage from Yokohama begun May 11. She will move to Brooklyn to be put out of commission for extensive repairs after nearly ten years of service. The ship was examined at quarantine for bubonic plague before departing Glasgow.
San Francisco observers witnessed the U S monitor Wyoming slip from Union Iron Works yards this morning as part of California’s semi centennial celebration. Thousands gathered to mark the event amid parade and ceremonies honoring the state’s admission to the Union.
Governor Roosevelt spoke to Holland Michigan on September 8 during a flying tour. He addressed an audience of Hollanders and their descendants, expressing pride in calling them fellow Dutchmen.
Executive Board of United Mine Workers of America met in secret session in Indianapolis on September 8 and it is almost certain a strike in the anthracite region will be declared.
Ottawa announces that starting October 1 domestic postage will apply to Porto Rico Hawaii Guam the Philippines and the American possessions of the Samoan group. The notice to postmasters outlines the new rate structure and its territorial coverage.
A dispatch from Amoy dated Thursday reports all foreign marines landed there and at KuLan Fu were withdrawn Thursday.
Washington Sept 8 The approved applications for national bank charters since the gold standard law was enacted have reached 452. This is a small weekly rise of six, signaling the movement’s near end. Small banks amount to 343 with capital of 8,828,000. the remaining 109 are for banks with capital of 50,000 or more, possible under the old law.
Lawrence, Sept. 8. Thomas Hearran sues City Marshal Jas. T. O'Sullivan for 3000 alleging false arrest, false imprisonment, and libel. A libel suit also targets Walter F. Rushforth for photographing Hearran for the rogues gallery. Hearran says no crime was committed and seeks October hearing.
Census data released from Washington lists Portland Maine at 50 145 residents, up from 1880 and 1890 levels, with other cities like York Racine Yonkers Scranton also posting large increases. The 54 cities total population reaches 14 644 711, with an overall 27 09 percent rise from 1890 to 1900, despite differing calculation methods.
Providence report says George Devine, a teamster, struck foreman Charles Millard from behind during a dispute at Nicholson Fireworks. Millard fell onto a hoisting hook, severely injuring his leg and leaving him held head down. Devine was bound over to the grand jury in $1000 bail.
Washington reports the appointment of fourth class postmasters for Massachusetts including East Acton J Williams and West Stockbridge Centre Paul Conradt as of September 8. The notice confirms these two locales and officials in the federal roster.
The Butler Veteran Firemen held a Friday night meeting appointing a committee to report on the feasibility of a muster in Lowell in October. President Regan and ten others will canvass merchants, with an estimated expense of 1000 dollars. A transportation committee was also named to explore attendance at musters in Hingham on September 25 and Weymouth on September 27.
About 65 Centralville residents met at the Fourth Street engine house to decide on granting pole locations for a street railway extension along Beacon Street toward Methuen Street. Alderman Badger urged a public expression, with speakers arguing for full end-to-end track or limited extension, reflecting frustrations over delays and broken promises by the railroad company.
Ayer's Sarsaparilla Ayer's Pills and Ayer's Ague Cure feature in Lowell Massachusetts advertisements, showcasing the famed line of patent medicines and tonics associated with the brand's everyday health claims and familiar branding in the era.
A Tremont Suffolk police court session shows John Burke a wanderer sent to the state farm along with Michael Ivers a slumbering alley sleeper and Frederick Harris a paralyzed lead-pencil peddler. Thomas Mullin with eight children goes on probation. Fred Lovett an 18 year old guilty of vagrancy faces six months under Slattery. John McCarty, tremens sufferer, must report to probation. Totten, indecent exposure, ten months in house of correction. Phoneuf a stubborn child dismissed with admonition. Kate Doran and Robert Lasdale fined for drunkenness. Wieman case continued. divorce pending.
The fifth congressional district committee met privately in Boston and set Woburn as the convention site with Tuesday Oct 2 at 11 a.m. The Lowell members named are Frank L. Weaver and John C. Wilson. Ex-Mayor Fifield declines to run for Congress. Wagers circulated on Ames’s caucus win and convention nomination, while Senator Patch campaigned locally. Congressman Knox denies promising not to run again.
Anticipated coal price increase has begun with No 2 coal up by 50 cents in the local market. No other coal grades have advanced.
An 19th century patent medicine testimonial-like note describes general debility and fatigue. It claims Hood's Sarsaparilla vitalizes the blood and restores vigor and tone to all organs and functions, stating it is unequalled for run-down conditions.
Judge Charles W. Bell of the superior court issues a preliminary finding in Cowley v Coburn, regarding payment for fireworks on the Fourth of July in Lowell. He names the payees as needed parties and notes they may be heard or not, with appeal to the higher court available. City hall meetings and street work dominate Monday night as barricades guard Market street during paving.
A lengthy docket for the Lowell superior court trial calendar begins Monday September 10 listing numerous civil actions. Names include Aldrich v City of Lowell, Tibbetts v Lowell, Parker v Lowell, O Connell v Lowell, Moore v Lowell, and many others against city entities, railways, mills, insurers, and various individuals with cases spanning many docket numbers.
The will of Alanson W. Beard former Boston port collector and Lowell One Price Clothing member was filed in Boston probate court Friday. Mary Beard widow and Marqus F Dickinson named as executors. The estate is composed entirely of family assets with no public heirs named.
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