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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1902
Page
8
Lowell city Aldermen met to protest the coal strike and urged immediate government intervention. The session approved a resolution calling on the President and cabinet to settle the dispute, with subcommittees drafting the measure. debate also covered river and local infrastructure items and appointments for upcoming elections.
The Lowell board of aldermen adopted resolutions urging President Roosevelt to directing the Attorney General to file for equity to obtain coal supply and urge Congress to convene a special session. The aim is to place coal mines under public operation for the people and curb coal corporations. A copy of the resolutions will be sent to the president.
Jurors drawn for October term of the superior court include John Green Jeremiah J O'Dwyer Horace B Lang Willis E Morse James A Sullivan and George W Jocko. An order for 3500 to repair city stables was tabled for a substitute drawing while a sewer in Aiken Street passed. Huntington Hall for the Spanish War Veterans was approved. Auditor assessments were affirmed. Mayor Badger urged national action to end the coal strike to prevent widespread hardship across the city and country.
It was several minutes past midnight when the aldermen adjourned. A special meeting of the committee on accounts has been called for today to approve the Labor Day bills. Our Ninth Anniversary Opening Friday Sept 26. All are invited. Merrimack Clothing Co opposite City Hall open evening to show goods.
The First Trinitarian Congregational church marks Rev. George F. Kenngett’s ten years with a harvest supper and rally tonight. Social hour 6 to 7, supper at 7, then addresses by Rev. R A Greene Rev. Ford and church members with Chas Richardson of Clinton presiding. Also notes iron plate invulnerability in 1860 vs a six pounder.
Free distribution of sample bottles advertised to prove the merits of Dr. David Kennedy's remedy. Readily available at city drug stores including A. W. Dows & Co, F. P. Moody, A. E. Moore, F. H. Butler & Co, Ellingwood & Co, Falls & Burkinshaw, E Carter, F. C. Goodale, Lowell Pharmacy, Thomasson, Carter & Sherburne.
Lowell faces a severe coal shortage with only about 500 tons left for sale at $15 a ton. Dealers warn the supply could vanish within 24 hours as cold weather nears, while mills like Boott and Lawrence Mfg plan to rely on wood and water power if needed.
Work progresses rapidly on a house being built on North street by Mr. James Fairgrieve. The structure has been piped for gas and wired for electric light. Mr. Frank Meer, who recently worked at Ocean Side hotel in Magnolia Massachusetts, returned to his hometown yesterday.
Fred Farmer, 20, was shot by an accidental discharge while out gunning Friday afternoon. His mother found him near a woods edge with his face injured and the gun beside him. He leaves a widow and one child.
In Arlington a market wagon hitched to two horses crashed through a railroad crossing gate on Massachusetts avenue as the 1 10 p m Boston train approached. One horse suffered a fractured skull, the other had minor injuries. Driver Edward H Kimball, nearby eating lunch, witnessed the accident. The team belonged to S S Kimball of Westford.
A veteran funeral notice details services for a local resident with a Westford choir quartet and West Chelmsford pastor performing, a G.A.R. burial ritual, and burial at Hart Pond cemetery in South Chelmsford. Floral tributes from family friends and the Veterans' association accompanied the procession led by George F. Snow, with bearers A. G. Parkhurst D. P. Byam Henry H. Emerson H. S. Perham. The piece notes city street lighting resumes after a period of darkness.
In North Chelmsford the Andover association of Congregational ministers held a meeting at Second Congregational church with about 25 clergy present. After opening remarks and reports, Rev. William G. Poor reviewed Dinsmore’s Interpretation of Dante and Rev. Geo A. Andrews spoke on The Influence of the Old Testament Narrative on Religious Life. A dinner was served by Church Aid, then Rev. SA McKnight spoke on The Pastor in His Personal Presence Among his People before adjournment at 4 o’clock.
Burt H Proctor and family plan to reside in Roxbury near his business. Charles Fales sold his farm to Mr Falansbee of Shirley and will move to Adams. Nellie Johnson to occupy an empty cottage this winter with her son Charles away in Florida. Thirty two attend the young people’s federation meeting in Stow. Unitarian guild to discuss Kindness to Animals led by A W Sawyer. Unitarian church to be closed the first two Sundays in October. Rev Mr Brown and Miss Lucy Adams elected life members of the Unitarian Sunday School union. A F Haynes to erect a barn at Augusta Nye place. H B Hendley visited his parents. Mrs Bessie Kerlin and child of Newton visited Mrs Lane. Fitchburg stockholders took their annual ride to Boston. Clara Shaw to replace Mrs Robbins at the Common post office
Mrs Maria Grage formerly of Waltham died suddenly at her home in South Framingham on September 8 at age 89. She had lived with her daughter Mrs Geo E Lucas for about twenty years, and all generations gathered for birthdays and reunions. Her death follows the long illness of her son-in-law and the recent care of her husband, leaving a respectful tribute to a life rich with family devotion.
A descriptive leaflet advertises a round trip: Boston to Albany by Boston and Albany line, Hudson River steamer to New York, then Fail River line back to Boston, for $5.00. Address A. S. Hanson, Gen. Pass. Agent, Boston.
The regular service is tonight from 7.30 to 8 o'clock followed by the monthly Comfort club meeting. A noon prayer meeting at 12.15 is noted. All girls and women are invited. Merrimack Clothing Company marks its ninth anniversary with an opening Friday September 26 showcasing goods in the evening.
The funeral service for Robert Fletcher was held Tuesday afternoon at 1 30 from his home with wide attendance. A Post 185 G A R delegation and 24 Chelmsford Veterans association members joined relatives and neighbors. Rev Charles W Williams of the First Baptist church delivered the address after reading Whittier's The Eternal Goodness.
The St Louis Globe-Democrat argues that daily newspapers now dominate news and literary content with superior art and reporting, leaving monthlies to focus on fiction and essays. It notes dailies’ broader reach, with more illustrations, exhaustive coverage, and influential role in culture.
A sprain often keeps a man hobbling on crutches for weeks, but prompt use of Chamberlain's Pain Balm can cure in under a week, sometimes in three days. Sold by all druggists.
Real Ceylon and India Tea guarantees purity with Salada branded tea sold in sealed lead packets to preserve freshness. For Japanese tea lovers Salada green tea is available.
A. G. Pollard & Co. announces nine year anniversary events with basement bargains on fleeced underwear. New stock includes 100 dozen medium weight undervests at 11.5 cents, marked down from 20c, plus 30 dozen extra garments from Brunswick stock at 5c each and 60c items at 5c. Open Friday September 26 with evening hours to view goods.
Mrs. Viola K. Davis of 385 Central street testifies to the remarkable value of Dean's Kidney Pills. She suffered years of rheumatic trouble with back pain and kidney heat, and after using several boxes from Ellingwood & Co. relieved, praising the remedy. For sale by all dealers with Foster Milburn Co. as U. S. agents. Remember the name Dean's and take no substitute.
The Lowell Republicans convene on September 24 1902 in wards 1 2 3 6 to select delegates and nominate three General Court candidates under Chapter 537 Acts of 1902. Wards list delegate counts times places. ballots use Australian method. Candidate filings due September 20 1902 with specified fees and rebates. Asa J. Richardson to collect names and funds at 52 Central Street. William Hounsell chairman. Charles W. Bell secretary.
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