27 Sep 1901
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1901
Page
1
A poetic religious lyric expresses seeking closeness to God through suffering and faith. The speaker travels through darkness and grief toward divine help and ascent, ending with a refrain of Nearer My God to Thee.
The article notes Roosevelt labeling the cougar a skulker in a magazine piece while claiming to have shot several. It mentions copper kettles failing to hold water in the stock market and references the city street department with Mr Brady as superintendent.
An expert reports gold quartz rich enough to pay for mining in Somerset Searsburg Wilmington Dover and Marlboro VI. Ground fleas and mosquitoes blamed for malaria outbreaks along Second Avenue New York near the Manhattan elevated railway project. Dr Stewart warns action is needed to prevent a city wide epidemic.
Josephine Cotter aged 43 of Boston drank paregoric after writing a note expressing despair. Landlady notified police and Cotter was taken to City hospital where she is expected to recover. Frances Welsh 12 of Roxbury was killed after being run over by a heavy wagon while crossing a street. No blame attached to the driver. John Cahill 53 was found dead in a Taunton brook with head bruises suggesting a stumble. Alfred R. Vinal of Dorchester died at Emergency hospital after drinking potassium cyanide, believed accidental with no personal crisis indicating motive. The poison vessel was labeled poison and Vinal did not notice it.
Tr年ders offers foreign exchange payable worldwide in English French and Swedish money. Provides safety deposit boxes with private rooms. Pays 4 per cent savings per annum compounded semi annually with monthly interest. Features exclusive banking rooms for depository of Massachusetts. Banking hours 8 AM to 4 PM weekdays and 8 AM to 1 PM Saturday. Locations 30 to 46 Middlesex Street and 11 to 24 Post Office Avenue.
Leon Czolgosz, condemned for McKinley’s assassination, collapsed at Auburn State Prison after arrival at 3 am. He was supported by 21 deputies as a crowd watched. he expressed remorse to officers and his father, insisting he had no accomplices and regretting McKinley’s death. He also said he was sorry for leaving a bad name.
Captain Lem ly expects to finish presenting the government's side by the end of next week. Attorney William H. Stayton attends daily as the Sampson representation. Captain Wise, recalled, denies directing Sigsbee to share the navy department despatch. Lieutenant Spencer Wood continues testimony about the Dupont. Hood testifies on orders to Schley to move toward Santiago amid coal shortfall and Spanish possibilities near Cienfuegos.
New York reports the Columbia and Shamrock II lying at moorings in the bay at Sandy Hook. E D Morgan estimates the Columbia may not sail today, while Captain Barr predicts it will be fast when wind arrives. Shamrock II shows little activity aboard.
New York on September 27 Sir Thomas Lipton said he was satisfied with the Shamrock’s performance yesterday. He noted a strong breeze was needed. Captain Sycamore of the Shamrock protested Captain Barr of the Columbia for crowding at the start.
London September 27 King Edward received American ambassador Mr Choate at Marlborough House. The King again expressed deep sympathy with the American people on account of the assassination.
Chicago on September 27 Judge Bishop granted a divorce to Mrs Lynn Pullman wife of George M Pullman son of the palace car magnate The suit was uncontested and alimony of 1000 dollars yearly was set in favor of the wife.
The National Unitarian conference opened with 1000 attendees including 332 delegates from 116 churches and organizations. Officers elected include President Carroll D. Wright and vice presidents Francis C. Lowell Rockwood Hoar, plus a nominations committee led by D. W. Moorehouse and Richard C. Humphreys. Additional meetings covered Temperance and Young People's Religious union topics with speeches by Chas. F. Dole, William L. Walsh, Percy A. Atherton, and Charles E. St. John. Concluding addresses featured John B. Clarke on Trusts and Edward Cummings on Labor organization.
Anabel Brockway, wife of Howard Brockway Jr., a wealthy composer, jumped from the Southwestern Limited near Crugers station while the train traveled over fifty miles an hour. She died instantly, her body mangled by the second section of the train. A card in her purse identified her. The Brockways had spent the summer at Bridgewater, New York, where he owns a summer home.
London observers doubt Lipton’s optimism as Sir Thomas Lipton tells a friend he is hopeful this morning while the public anticipates a Shamrock defeat in the ongoing competition.
Maj. Gen. Henry C. Corbin adjutant general announced that his wedding to Miss Edith Patten will be held November 6 at the bride's home 2122 Massachusetts Avenue. Patten planned a large wedding and celebration.
The advertisement claims Gray Hair Ayer's Hair Vigor returns old color slowly rather than turning hair black overnight, with reduced hair loss. It urges trial and notes availability from druggists and Ayer Co. of Lowell Massachusetts.
Mrs. Clara Brockway, traveling with her party including Kathryn Boise and Sylvie, leapt from a rear car door as the New York bound train passed Crugers tunnel. Passengers and officials described her life as beautiful yet she was in poor health and mentally unsettled. Her father in law, Prof Otis Boise, recently relocated from Berlin to Boston.
James Carney of Lynn, after weeks in the Spindle City, is ordered by Judge Hadley to serve three months in the Essex County Jail for his second court appearance following prior hospitality in Lowell. He supports a wife and two children and faced a prior police station reception.
The daylong testimony in Charles H Armstrong manslaughter case detailed boxer's fists and a fatal ninth round. Witnesses described blows, blood, and a slippery ring floor while prosecutors argued pre arranged fight. Bail set. case moved to Monday as others await trial.
Mr A F Swanton hosted a reception in the church parlors for his Sunday school class. Thirty two members attended with guest of honor Mrs Boynton, their first teacher since leaving the primary department. Rev Harvey B Green spoke on Palestine after a vestry supper.
The opening social of the new season at Kirk Street church attracted an unusually large attendance last night, with many parishioners and guests filling the hall and social rooms. The event kicked off with a brief welcome, followed by light refreshments and informal mingling.
Alfred Ashton aged about five of 205 Fairmount street was badly burned when his clothes ignited while at play. He died later at St John’s hospital after passers by smothered the flames with a blanket. His body was prepared at Dube’s and to be moved to the parental home.
Emma Duquette, 16, eloped with Greek George Cravatas after a church outing Saturday. License obtained Sept 21 in this city. father unaware of engagement. Couple returned from Boston and were seen in town Wednesday. believed to be living with Cravatas on Willie Street.
The Citizens' Municipal League may not have a regularly called meeting tonight. Notified officials and past leaders deny knowledge of any gathering. The group has not met this year or engaged in city affairs, sparking doubt among former members about reassembling.
Gardner W Pearson receives a formal letter from the Boston board of commissioners for savings banks dated September 24 1901 approving the establishment of the B F Butler Co operative bank upon receipt of proper organization papers The bank office will initially be in rooms of the Hildreth building in Boston.
Busy days at Wood’s jewelry shop with a Saturday sale of watches. Window No 3 overflows with timepieces as Durant bankrupt stock joins existing stock in a large display. Wed handles wholesale and retail, explaining the high inventory. A 30 day deadline drives a sacrifice sale to clear surplus watches.
An 11 57 forenoon fire alarm for box 9 found a kerosene stove burning with the flame high. The blaze spread to the window casing in a two and a half story block on Salem street owned by the Peter Quinn estate and occupied by a Greek family. Smoke filled the room but damage was slight, estimated at about 75 dollars.
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