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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1902
Page
10
The record lists September daylight and night indicators with Jun Rises at 5.31 and Jun Sets at 12.12, Moon Rises at 8.58 p.m., and day length around 12.12 hours with sun times showing 5.43 and related celestial positions.
A flood of small notices highlights freezer goods and fabric sales at Cook Taylor & Co and A L Kittredge & Co. Bargains include wool ribbed hose and ready to wear lines. Also listed are lamp sales, a Stevens street property auction, and the Merrimack street lantern seller W T S Bartlett offering house, barn and street lanterns.
Dr. Hermon J. Smith has recovered and resumes practice after Bass Rocks visit. Mrs. Geo. H. Bartlett returns from a West trip via California and Denver. Ex Alderman C. B. Isham visits Centralville. Mrs. C. L. Joy visits her father in Freedom Me with nephew E. Dewey Hall. Engagements announced for Marion Baxter to David Booth and Bertha Holden to Louis Olney. Wilfred Kershaw becomes accompanist for F. G. Bond. Other visits include Abare family from Burlington and Dunham of Rumford Falls visiting in Hampshire Street, with Hallowell and Hood households noted. Louise Folsom Hovey to Lieut. Austin Kantz U. S. N. and relation to Gen. Kantz and Admiral Kantz.
At Rev. James F. Allen's residence 46 Kirk street on September 20 Pete J. Lallier married Miss Ella M. Tinkham in a small ceremony witnesses not listed.
Rev William OBrien celebrated a requiem mass at St Patrick s church for the repose of the soul of the late Jeremiah Crowley ex mayor. It marks one year since his death.
A Barron Wisconsin physician reports relief from sour stomach and dyspepsia after using Grape-Nuts at meals and Postum Cereal Coffee. He notes weight gain from 140 to 155 pounds and says the combination, along with occasional milk, improves his appetite and energy.
The body of Lueva S. Simpson was found in a gas filled lounge at 45 Lane Street yesterday morning. Neighbors and family suspect accidental inhalation. Gen Starr colony member Mrs Simpson, 45, leaves husband Albion and son Arthur T. Simpson. Medical Examiner Irish signed the death as gas poisoning.
Miss Ruth Upham of 81 Merrimack street reports a young man connected to the Wheelock bunco ring approached her offering office space in Boston for a consideration via a local bank order. The same man previously attempted bond sales to James K Fellows at 194 Andover street. Fellows, 94 and hard of hearing, required his attendant Maguire present. The dealer lingered, realized the blunder, and departed. Fellows is a long time ex legislator and philanthropist.
A large valuable St Bernard owned by Mrs Prentiss Webster in Centralville Myrtle street was poisoned with strychnine yesterday morning. The dog played in Mrs Frank Merrills yard moments before eating the meat laced with poison. Dr Eaton could not save the animal and shooting was required. Police were notified as the dog was a cherished pet and notable in Lowell.
A Greek, unnamed, was badly beaten by a man named Smith on Lagrange street after the Greek allegedly struck the assailant's child. The Greek grabbed a paving stone but Smith dodged and landed heavy blows, prompting a crowd to gather. The Greek fled, finally reaching safety after a short pursuit.
Hood’s Sarsaparilla advertises Peptiron as the up-to-date iron remedy easily absorbed, gentle on teeth and stomach, improving color and strength. Available as a liquid cordial elixir at $1 per bottle or chocolate-coated pills at 50c or $1 per box, from C. L. Hood Co., Lowell, Massachusetts.
Eugenie Merriam was found dead in Nye O Blake's home at 35 Canada street yesterday morning at 9 o'clock. She had been suffering dizzy spells and died of heart failure while preparing the bed, with the medical examiner notified. Merriam had lived with Blake since her husband's death on May 12 and leaves a Salisbury niece.
Joseph J. Higginbottom of 38 Prospect Street, injured by an electric car on August 16 and hospitalized since, underwent another skin graft on Saturday. Sixteen grafts were placed earlier, with twenty-eight additional grafts from the father’s left leg. the boy is progressing well and doctors are pleased.
Owing to the unpleasant weather, the planned Saturday outing of the First Trinitarian church young people at Mountain Rock was abandoned. The event moved indoors to the church recreation rooms with games, refreshments, and social activities.
Hooper Young, alleged murderer of Mrs. Annie Pulitzer in New York, was well known in Portland and coast towns about two years ago. A former San Francisco newspaper man, he later worked for a Portland business house, then moved to Seattle where he started the Saturday Court News, suppressed for obscene content. While in Portland he carried a Bible and discussed religious topics, reading biblical literature when not at work.
The transport Solace under Captain Singer docked in San Francisco on September 22 after departing May 4 with soldiers for the Asiatic squadron and a Manila Guam and Honolulu voyage. She brought 209 blue jackets, thirty prisoners, 41 sick and 143 marines, including marines recently court martialed for insubordination at Guam. The report notes the football season and a Chicago News verse.
Advertisment asserts chronic bronchitis and continual colds stem from consumption and claims Father Joan's Medicine cures all threat and lung troubles, prevents pneumonia and consumption. It pledges a money back refund for any cough or cold if not cured.
James Nelligan, staying at the American House, nearly suffocated when he opened a gas valve. Attendants detected the odor, a chambermaid alerted staff, and after doors were opened, air circulated. He recovered and refused hospital, telling police the Lord has been good to him. Nelligan, from Tewksbury, works for Contractor Parsons.
The Uneeda camp hosted its annual outing and clam bake for the Bigelow Mfg Co setters led by Overseer Jas. Walker. Attendees enjoyed boating, fishing, races, a tug of war, entertainment, and a decorated grove ending around 11 o'clock. Community committee members organized the event and prize giveaways included cigars and candy.
A fire at the Dracut rifle range headed by local militiamen destroyed a city owned building early yesterday. Firefighters arrived after 5 45 am, discovering a mass of flames. the loss is just over 2000 dollars. Witnesses suspect a cigar stub in a sawdust filled spittoon started the blaze, with prior smouldering noted in the past. Cartridges discharged during the flames.
Letter to Geo Trull of Tewksbury Mass extols Devoe brand paint by John P. Hermance of Rhinebeck N Y praising its durability. It contrasts neighbors who use lead and repaint twice as often, paying more for inferior results. Adame Hardware and Paint Co. and Blatz Beer-American House are listed in the notice.
Saturday officers Lane and Atkinson arrested Asad Coury a Syrian for alleged larceny in the Knox 6 and 10 cent store on Merrimack street. A search of his room on East Merrimack street uncovered a large assortment of items believed stolen.
The Young Men's Catholic union of St. Patrick's parish met in Vincent hall yesterday morning and transacted business. It was voted to hold meetings on Tuesday evenings. Twenty new members were admitted in the past month and the society is flourishing. A complimentary party is planned for a future date.
Thomas H. Byrne, tailor in the Associate building, Republican candidate in the 26th Middlesex district wards 1 2 8 and 6, contests withdrawals rumor and seeks victory for Humanity Sake. He and Mr. Barr, witnesses in the Lowell Junction maltreatment case, intend to urge warrants against officers before Essex County district attorney to face justice. Caucus September 4, 1902. Paid Advertisement.
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