12 Sep 1901
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1901
Page
1
A poem reflecting on seasonal decline from spring to autumn. The speaker envisions roses fading, blooms withering, and groves turning gold and scarlet as they prepare for winter. Earth speaks of seeking new gems for a crown in the dark, followed by a vow to dream of green leaves again.
The note rails at Czolgosz as deserving hangings while praising Quincey as a boss, targets Democrats, and hints veterans were stirred by tattered ensigns at Cleveland. It questions a Goldman to blame for the McKinley conspiracy as dog days shift to cattle days.
The garbage committee will meet Friday evening with Bridgeport Ironworks rep Mr Toomey and Dixon Garbage Crematory secretary Mr Little en route from Cincinnati to Lowell. They expect figures on large plants to serve Lowell for years, likely 50 to 70 tons daily. A separate municipal lighting panel will review typewritten cost comparisons from U S cities under private and public ownership.
The First Primitive Methodist Sunday school held a quarterly jug breaking at Good Templar hall on Wednesday evening with a large audience. Splendid singing and an entertaining program featured piano and violin solos, a six woman sketch called A Mystery, and Joseph Fielding Jr sang. Mr Thornton presided and Carl G. Pihl announced the building fund collection of over $55 for three months.
Mrs E M Grogan and Miss Sadie Coote are set to leave for New York tomorrow to attend the openings. They will join other guests for the events and participate in the accompanying activities.
The Traders National Bank markets foreign exchange and letters of credit sold worldwide in English, German, and Swedish. It provides safety deposit boxes with private rooms and savings accounts at 34 percent per annum compounded semi yearly with monthly interest. Banking hours are 8 A.M. to 4 P.M. weekdays and 8 A.M. to 1 P.M. Saturdays with extended hours 7 to 9 P.M. in rooms 30 to 46 Middlesex Street and 11 to 24 Post Office Avenue.
A patient begins eating again after a abdominal wound keeps them from sitting up. Doctors plan gradual reintroduction of meals as recovery proceeds and mobility improves with healing.
President Weaver of the water board rejects theft charges and defends the use of Cook wells. He cites Harvard authority Prof Harrington, asserts Boulevard water is purer, and notes 7 to 8 million gallons daily with backup wells. He argues testing shows lead concerns are minimal and urges keeping Cook and Hydraulic wells as a precaution.
Milburn House Buffalo Sept 12 bulletin says the President had a comfortable night with pulse 122 and temperature 100.2. Dr P M Rixey and George B Cortelyou noted the details in the early morning statement.
The President’s physicians report at 9:30 that he spent a quiet night and took substantial nourishment. He feels better than since the shooting, has eaten solid food, and relishes it. Pulse 120, temperature 100.2. Milburn House, Buffalo, N Y. September 12.
The weather turned unpleasant in Buffalo as the sixth day since the President’s wounding began with heavy rain. Only one doctor remained up overnight. The morning consultation was brief, and Dr Mynter said the President had toast coffee beef broth and whiskey. He cannot sit up until the abdominal wound heals. He asked for a cigar, but will wait. Dr McBurney left for home at 1.
Rain falls steadily as several of the President's doctors arrive for the morning consultation at the Milburn house. The session was scheduled a bit later than usual today.
A parlor match lit shellac and alcohol in the Messer & Co. finishing room on Haverhill street causing an explosion. Elijah W. Mowery of Cambridge, 51, suffered burns and was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital. The blaze damaged the building and contents by more than 6060. James Penney of Moxie Nerve Food Co. was lightly burned while aiding to close shutters. three alarms were raised.
Cleveland September 12 The national G A R encampment opens with strong attendance and focus on pensions. Commander in Chief Rassiner criticizes pension bureau administration and urges fair enforcement of existing laws. Adj. gen shows 269 507 members in 6678 posts with 30 019 gains and 37 172 losses. Delegates total 1340.
William Boyle, a mill operative and family man, was arrested this forenoon by police inspectors on a serious offense charge. Two young girls, one his daughter, may be called to testify against him.
The family of Leon Czolgosz the anarchist who attempted to assassinate President McKinley hails from Cerkowice near Znin in the province of Posen in Polish Prussia dated Sept 12.
The condition of Jean Baptiste Du charme who was severely injured Tuesday afternoon in Tremont and Suffolk yard is reported as slightly improved at the Corporation hospital.
A fragmentary ad copy references consulting a doctor about taking Ayer's Cherry Pectoral for a cough. It mentions following the doctor’s instruction, with a garbled line about leaving it with him and a price notation 25, Bocap1.00. The passage includes garbled brand cues such as J.C AYERCOs and hawelly Maser.
Lord Kitchener reports that Kruger the son of the former president of the Transvaal and Captain Ferriera have surrendered. The announcement comes amid ongoing operations in the region with Allied forces pursuing remaining resistance.
Harvard Brewing Company asserts ample wells and no need to buy Cook wells back, while Supt. Thomas notes city water from Boulevard wells caused fewer complaints though lead pipes caused poisoning. Ward Three charges water board with favoring the brewery as health officials report rising lead poisoning cases since 1899.
Edward P. Gleason of East Campton was arraigned in police court for stealing a watch and chain from James MacGregor, keeper of a Lee street boarding house. He claimed innocence, said he found the watch, and paid a $10 fine after the judge questioned his relatives. Other drunks were fined or sentenced. one man held for a week in a separate case involving a Portuguese woman.
The NEAAAU basketball committee met at the Parker house in Boston to outline plans for an eight or ten club amateur league. Delegates from Peabody Lynn Cambridge Melrose and others voiced support. A September 25 meeting will organize the league, with Lowell and Maynard teams seeking entry though one may be deemed professional.
Mrs Mary Hannafin and her four children were discovered by Officer Sparks and Agent Richardson at 10 Cedar Street Court living in a ruined dwelling with no furniture or food. The husband is missing since two weeks ago. children sent to the poor farm while the mother vows to work to rebuild their home.
Judge Hadley declares anarchist principles will bar future citizen papers. He cites over 50 cases where foreign applicants, notably subjects of the Czar, were asked about anarchism and none admitted belief. He warns he will deny papers where applicants entertain such ideas.
The 46th Middlesex North Agricultural Society fair opened under favorable skies with strong shows from Lowell Mills and Middlesex exhibitors. Notable displays include feathered fowl, pigeons, vegetables, fruits, canned goods, and a prominent textile exhibit featuring cotton yarns, flannels, and patterns from Massachusetts mills.
At the annual meeting held at noon the Middle sex North Agricultural Society elected officers for the coming year. President was Henry B. Perham of Chelmsford. vice presidents included Joshua Clark of Tewksbury and A Swallow of Dunstable. secretary George B. Coburn of Lowell. treasurer S. Drewett of Lowell. Trustees named include Adelbert Boynton, R. Merrill, and others from Pepperell, Acton, Chelmsford, Dunstable, Wilmington, Billerica, North Reading, Groton, Tyngsboro, Westford, Reading, Dracut, and Lowell, with numerous members listed.
Fireworks organizers promise a stronger show than on the Fourth of July as band concerts vaudeville and general exhibition accompany the display. Workers report better staffing and permit a well choreographed finale if conditions allow.
Tomorrow begins with forenoon trials of working horses oxen steers and matched horses. Afternoon features fine horse racing including a 2.15 race never run before in Lowell and a 2.40 event with Palmetto Prince and Mr Bowser's stallion aiming to beat the track record near 2.25. Evening fireworks show repeats with new set pieces.
Mr Otis Allen aged ninety three is confined to bed due to illness and cannot receive visitors on his birthday. He is the father of Governor Charles H Allen and has previously hosted friends on such occasions.
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