12 Sep 1899
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1899
Page
1
A quirky mix of notes imagines a puppy’s future role and training, then shifts to brief items about money pledges, a newspaper clippings gift for Admiral Dewey, and remarks on the Dreyfus verdict. Also mentions Gloucester visitors at Lakeview and ongoing Philippines campaign rhetoric.
A Punch quote contrasts a father's memory of a destitute youth with his later wealth while in a family scene a mother guides a curious three year old. A Sunday school teacher learns a new pupil’s name, the boy joking that Jimmy is short for James.
New York Sept 11 subpoenas were issued for Supreme Court Justice Truax Senator Rice of Ulster County Senator Ahern of this city Frank H Platt Alvert B Boardman of Tracy Bardman Platt to attend tomorrow session of the Mazet commission It was indicated the Ramapo water scheme would be discussed and Richard Croker was ordered to appear on Wednesday.
Richard L. Gay of Boston publishes a concise volume covering political committees caucuses conventions and candidate nomination. It includes an appendix with corrupt practices voter qualification naturalization election districts and a 1899 political calendar plus a summary of 1899 caucus law changes. The cattle show runs Thursday Friday and Saturday this week.
Cornelius Van derbilt died at his home in New York at 5 15 am after a heart trouble. His wife, daughter Gladys, and son Reginald were with him. He had just returned from Newport with family and retired at 10 pm before a midnight attack. The death followed despondency noted by observers.
President John Tobin of the Boot and Shoe Workers union visited Brockton on September 11 and removed the union stamp from the People's Co operative Shoe company. He then issued a statement asking dissenting union men why they have not hired counsel to challenge his authority over who uses the stamp.
The fragment notes that a couple is prostrated with physicians attending and identifies Mr. Van derbilt as the eldest son of William H. Vanderbilt, born on November 27, 1843, at Staten Island.
Newport Rhode Island September 12 Cornelius Vanderbilt longtime prominent summer resident for 15 years. The Breakers mansion cost a million with lavish furnishings. Vanderbilt purse was open for charity aiding the sick and distressed and he spent large sums for the poor. He was held in the highest esteem by everyone.
In Copenhagen on September 12 a monument to Schleswig was unveiled with the presence of King Christian the Czar and Czarina the Dowager Empress of Russia the King of Greece and the Princess of Wales among other Danish royal family members. Large crowds applauded the event with evident enthusiasm.
Rennes September 12 Matthieu Dreyfus returned and visited his brother in the prison this morning. He bears up well and has received an enormous number of sympathy letters since Saturday. He spends most of the day reading.
London firms announce suspending exhibits for the Paris Exposition until the Dreyfus blot is wiped out. The boycott movement grows as companies join the action this afternoon.
Julian J. Stevens a Boston lawyer with an office at 15 Court Square attempted suicide at his Bowdoin Square room firing a 38 calibre bullet through his left breast this forenoon. Hospital officials say his chances for recovery are slight as police investigate the motive and circumstances.
Whitman Rockland Randolph Stoughton Middleboro and nearby unions were notified to accept the new constitution by September 30 with about 60 unions receiving the notice at once. Operation date is October 1. Manager Sherry of the People's Cooperative Shoe Company anticipated initial trouble due to union stamps but expects adjustments soon.
Narragansett Pier Rhode Island September 11 medical examiner says Frank H. Shaw Brooklyn car inspector died from a blow by unknown persons in a fight not a deliberate drowning. Body in water eight to twenty hours identified by cuff button sent to attorney general. tide could have carried body to beach. a stranger with Surfman Wilson seen at discovery but not since. Witness spoke well of Shaw at the inquest.
Discovery announced by Professor Campbell at Lick Observatory shows Polaris the North Star is a triple star. Two inner bodies orbit each other every four days while circling a third star, detected via spectroscopy. direct visual confirmation seems unlikely. Verification may take time due to precision limits at Mount Hamilton.
In Detroit, Sept. 11, the yacht Juniata of Toledo won the D. Y. C. sweep stake on Lake St. Clair by a narrow margin over the Can't Tell of Detroit. Twelve yachts raced a 21 mile triangular course to claim a heat for the St. Clair trophy, a top freshwater prize next to the International Cup.
The city treasurer advertised 195 parcels for sale due to unpaid taxes and costs. Numerous properties changed hands with bids ranging from under $20 to several hundred dollars, including parcels on Haven, St James, Merrimack, Crosby, Plain, Wentworth, Ludlam, Riverside, Varnum, Bedford, Townsend, Manufacturers, Shaw, Hastings, Chelmsford, and other streets. Some larger estates and multiple plots tied to heirs of Conners and Burgess were sold to several buyers including Peter A Fay, Curtis McEwan, J B Slavin, and H W Howe, among others.
Mayor Crowley was asked to tell the board of aldermen to act this evening to aid temporary clerks in the assessors department who have not been paid for six weeks as paving progress continues.
Gloucester city government members visit Lowell arriving at 10 o clock and greeted by City Messenger Fagan and Lowell officials. They tour the granite city hall, receive a second welcome, view all rooms, ride a special car on Bridge street, and proceed to Lakeview for a 1 o'clock dinner with hosts and hosts.
Land has been given for a permanent Asheville site and funds are sought to build the New England Home for Consumptives. Mrs. M F Mallory, returning from Asheville with endorsements from lung disease authorities, offers her free services to aid the effort. Government studies deem Asheville’s climate optimal for long illness relief, and the appeal emphasizes a well managed home in a favorable northern region. Also note bicycle races at the Middlesex North Fair Thursday.
Lowell police uncovered six barrels of bad whisky in a gentleman’s cornfield. A former temperance worker pleaded guilty in court and paid a $100 fine, illustrating perceived moral decline under prohibition and the lure of illicit profits.
Lincoln school class of 1899 surprised Charles Wilson Greenwood at his parents home 180 Hale street Monday evening as he prepares to enter Highland Military Academy Worcester. The class presented a valuable ring as a token of esteem and good wishes. Refreshments and games followed until about midnight.
J Patrick Ford was fined five dollars for drunkenness. Bernard Cahill, drunkenness, continued till Wednesday. Timothy Sullivan, second offence, fined six dollars. Peter Lin Bell, assault, fined fifteen dollars. William McBride, larceny, continued till Friday.
Basement bargains offer heavy all wool broadcloths 54 inches wide in black navy red and other shades at 69 cents a yard. A. G. Pollard & Co advertises cassimeree at the same price for trousers suits and jackets. Master Harry Lawrence Kilkenny of Lowell Mass champion boy driver and his white trotter So Long will race an exhibition mile at Middlesex North Fair Saturday afternoon Sept 16 1899. Kant Themodistes warn of a fifth season with Indian summer gowns as three wear the same skirts year round switching waist styling to suit the season.
The Herald notes a very firm tone in cotton fabrics with rising prices and strong demand. Buyers push for forward delivery as supply runs short, while exports remain robust. wide sheetings, bleached cottons, colored cottons, and yarns all show firm to higher prices amid heavy orders and busy spinners.
A persuasive appeal encourages securing a top coat to ensure full season comfort. It emphasizes practicality and the long term value of protection against weather, urging immediate action without delay.
Crowds observe prices such as 4.98 5.48 6.48 7.50 8 9 10 12 14 as they pass through stores. The message notes a shift toward value over force, claiming shoppers are swayed by bargains and care less for blows, a claim presented with a wry tone.
Market text describes strong demand for woolens, crepons, plaids, and ginghams with forward sales and firm prices. Domestic and foreign woolen goods active. Canada and Europe solid while US and South Africa slower. Local items mention Lowell street railway capital increase, real estate and school renovations, and fair promotions.
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