September Sunrise and Moon Rise Times Recorded
Daily weather notes record sun rises at 5.00 am and moon rises at 3.20 am with sunset and day length 11.53 hours.
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1902
Page
10
Daily weather notes record sun rises at 5.00 am and moon rises at 3.20 am with sunset and day length 11.53 hours.
J B Goodwin promotes a heating proposition as fuel costs rise. Cook Taylor Co on Central Street advertises a large stock of ladies and misses corsets including Royal Worcester goods and another good fitting line at lower prices. The Dip Hip corset at 50 cents is highlighted as a must-see value.
Linda A. Howard formerly of Boston has moved to the city. Mr. and Mrs. R. N. Brissett return from a two weeks vacation at Epping New Hampshire. Arthur A. Huwkins, son of Dr J. H. Huwkins of Portland Maine, and his bride are spending the first week of their honeymoon in the city as guests of Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Kelsey in Corner street.
Ginter Grocery Co. announced Mr. G. L. Fowler Jr. of 271 Gibson Street as the winner of the $450 piano in a guessing contest. Over 29,000 guesses were registered, with Fowler's weight 1568 pounds 1 ounce 10 drahms, official weight 1568 pounds 2 ounces 2 drahms, within 32 ounces of the actual. Customers praised bargains and plans to buy their own piano or coal, while the firm urged continued patronage.
Tension rises between contractors and workers at the Bigelow Carpet Co mill on Market Street. Nonunion labor on the building sparks threats of delay unless conflicts are resolved. Agent Lyons pledged to intervene, but issues persist and may slow construction in days ahead.
The Trades and Labor council met in Middle street rooms yesterday afternoon and voted to ask church pastors to designate one Sunday for a collection for striking mine workers. John B. Clancy of the Team Drivers' union was elected vice president pro tem for the day and thanked the council. The group thanked Friday speakers at Huntington hall and the Lowell Military band.
The boulevard race organized by the Floro dora Cycle club was postponed to next Saturday afternoon because of bad weather. This marks the second consecutive postponement due to unfavorably weather, with no rain forecast yet. Also note coal remains cheaper than diamonds though supplies are limited.
Fire at the Kelley homestead near Dracut, a mile and a half from the former rifle range, destroyed the woodshed housing 20 cords of wood while hearth fires were not lit. George G. Kelley, 74, wealthy gold rush entrepreneur, saved cattle and belongings with help from a hired man and neighbors. Fire likely incendiary. kerosene smell reported in woodshed. insurance held by Fred C. Church.
Two months ago Col. J W Bennett was visited by the younger Wheelock entertainer who sought to sell a Middlesex County history. Bennett refused to buy and threatened to fire the persistent bunco man, who then collected his traps and left.
Mildred Hollands triumphant The Power Behind the Throne receives its farewell presentation at the Lowell Opera house this evening with Miss Holland reenacting Aria. The story of love and intrigue captivates from start to finish and marks one of her career highs. Happy Hooligan comes Tuesday. Gus Hill adds novelties to boost its appeal at the Opera house. Louis Mann stars Thursday in Hoch the Consul in a new Teutonic masquerade of humor and pathos.
The Lowell district machine printers held a meeting at the Merrimack house to discuss the strike at Merrimack Manufacturing Co. They voted not to report on what was accomplished, but will not return unless their union is recognized by the agent.
The piece notes declining sworn circulations for the Lowell Daily Sun from 14,315 in 1899 to 138,756 in 1900 and 13,016 in 1901. It suggests the drop spurred bringing back a press built for the Sun by R. Hoe & Co. of New York and London and predicts future growth to outpace competitors.
Carrie Nation protested a cigarette smoking boy aboard a Lakeview bound car. She ordered him to quit and later threatened to report the conductor for not enforcing rules. She even tried to confiscate an ad for gin but the journey ended with no further incident.
Mrs. O. N. Smith of 22 Leverett street was surprised Friday evening by friends for her birthday. The gathering included music and light refreshments, and she was presented with pretty china.
At Huntington hall on Saturday night an entertainment raised funds for the Kirk Street Home for Children. Miss O'Leary and Mrs. Gendreau organized it with the Ca det orchestra providing music. The program featured a tableau Our Future Navy a comical sketch songs duets and piano solos followed by a dance.
Nearly 1000 people paid admission yesterday to hear Carrie Nation speak at Willow Dale. Her address followed lines previously given in Huntington hall and the Highland M. E. church, and has been amply reported in this paper.
Tremayne and Hall present a four act comedy drama that charms with sharp dialogue and brisk pacing. The King of Tramps opens at the Academy of Music tonight for three nights with women and children matinees Tuesday and Wednesday. Prices 10 and 20 cents. Also on the bill the Octoroon burlesquers and a six act vaudeville program featuring Watermelon Trust Quintette Sisters Evans Harpers and Pullman Porters quartette. Lafayette vaudeville company to visit next week with a stage that must stay clear.
A letter from F. W. Devoe & Co. discusses pastoral visits highlighting sympathy for the poor and comfort for the thrifty. It argues durable Devoe paint offers longer life at lower annual cost, promoting thrift and prudent spending. The Adams Hardware and Paint Co. sells the paint.
Parker Coal & Wood Co informs the public that due to limited Lowell Coke supply and unprecedented demand, they cannot accept any more orders until further notice. Main Office 10 Prescott, Branch Office 337 School Street.
A Friday birthday party honored Miss Juliet Burke on her thirteenth anniversary at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Gallant. Muete and games opened the evening, a dining room march followed, with wild flowers and plants as decorations for twenty guests.
Ella Wilkinson was arrested last night and booked on drunkenness charges. It later emerged she sustained a hip fracture on Saturday night, informing police of her condition at the station.
The Young Men's Catholic union of St Patrick's parish met in Vincent's hall yesterday afternoon with strong attendance. They have changed meeting night to Tuesday and will hold their next gathering in the new quarters in the Fiske block on Central street.
The water board is arranging a private telephone system to connect the reservoir and pumping station. The project calls for about one mile of wire to be installed, enabling direct communication between facilities.
Fred A. Hutchinson of Campton New Hampshire died Wednesday morning from injuries after being kicked by a horse. He was about 40, a widower, and a well known lumber dealer. native of the city.
A historical notice states lack of endurance may signal consumption. It promotes Bather John's Medicine as curing consumption by nourishing tissues and body. The advert claims refunds money for any cough or cold it cannot cure.
At about 11.90 o'clock on Saturday in Post Office avenue several individuals were involved in a fight but fled before authorities could catch them.
At Eliot church Rev E Victor Bigelow argued the coal belongs to God and should flow to his people, not become private wealth. He warned against government seizure using eminent domain, urged restraint on interference, and noted three federal lessons about unity, corporate power, and national patience.
At the First Congregational church a Sunday rally day drew larger crowds with many outsiders attending both services. Rev. Gillam preached on The Church and the Children urging early Christian influence, noting four fifths of current members joined before 21. Mrs. Josie Powers MacDonald sang I Shall Know Him by the Print of the Nails. After the service the vestry hosted a Rally Day gathering amid autumn foliage.
In a Saturday night clash on Broadway John Monahan and Edward Killey fought, as Monahan allegedly drew a knife aimed at Killoy while Mrs. Joseph Sullivan interfered and sustained a stab to the left palm. She also received a painful groin kick. both Monahan and his wife were later arrested at home while intoxicated. Health officials reported no lasting harm to Mrs. Sullivan despite concerns due to pregnancy. The Sullivans and Monahans reside in the Harris block, Broadway.
Early morning at about seven a.m. an ambulance rushed Johanna McCarty to St John’s Hospital after a dislocated left hip was found. She did not reside there and likely wandered in during the night, located by downstairs occupants who alerted police.
Auctioneers Abbott and Kittredge announce the sale of the Gates and Sons assets in Lowell on Thursday October 2 at 10 am. Ten vacant land parcels, plus the tannery and carrying shop at 367 Chelmsford Street with machinery and tools, are offered with detailed lot plans and catalog by mail or in person. Cash on tools and machinery with deposits and deed delivery timelines. Assignees include Josiah Gates & Sons and Francis W. Kittredge.
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