03 Apr 1894
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Newspaper
Lowell Sun
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1894
Page
1
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Australian champion Peter Jackson and former world titleholder James Corbett trade bold demands and taunts. Jackson pressures for a clear plan and threatens a 20 round bout or finish fight, while Corbett vows to stop Jackson within 20 rounds amid staged appearances in St Louis and California.
Councilman Currie chaired a joint committee on garbage disposal at City Hall with Alderman Westall Councilman Ryan and Barclay present. Barclay noted last year's crematory cost questions and health board figures, while Westall recalled a Puffer report urging abolition. The panel plans to invite the health board next meeting in two weeks and seek information from several sources to find a cheaper disposal method.
Deaths list notices two women: Charlotte Butler Gregg aged 82 widow of David A. Gregg died Friday in Alleghany Pennsylvania and Mrs Gaston Breton mother of Dr J H Greton of this city died Saturday in Foxcroft Maine aged 58. McManmon florist Prescott and Merr'ksts.
Herbert Faulkner of Billerica Massachusetts files for divorce from Elia L Faulkner formerly of Boston. He alleges marriage January 3 1883 in Suffolk County and desertion about October 15 1885 in Lowell Middlesex County, totaling over three years. He seeks decree and further orders. Date September 14 392 AD.
A prominent politician asserts the license committee seeks to preempt the license commission by rushing applications. He claims the commission is coming and says insiders indicate the committee aims to beat the legislature, questioning the commission’s power over licenses and licensees.
Interest on deposits in the savings department accrues at four percent per annum, compounded semiannually. Deposits before the third day of each month earn interest from the first day of that month. The bank operates from 9 AM to 3 PM daily and 9 AM to 1 PM Saturdays, with extended hours on some days.
The Miserables defeated the Police 2421 to 2251 as Captain McLaughlin scored 500 and Joe Donohoe led with 516. The buzzy scene included scores from Sternberg 491 and D Donohoe 481, with a strong display by McLaughlin and Connors contributing to a high string average. The report also notes Vespers invited to New York, league regroupings, and a mislaid punch bowl prize on display at Clain's window.
In April, the liquor license market again stirs anxiety among applicants. With 77 licenses to issue, a census looming next year may reshape numbers. losses from last year linger as saloons struggle financially. City Hall recalls last year’s clashes as aldermen ready to deliberate in comfort, amid rumors of brokerage and favoritism.
Rumors fly as local clubs and divisions cause confusion. J E Herrick resigns as census enumerator amid misdirected congratulations and jokes about cigars. The Welch Guards plan a Westford armory ball tomorrow evening while Sixth Regiment talks of Concord for a Nineteenth of April event, details unsettled. A Lowell church faces internal dissension and controversy. Belvidere residents fear rerouted traffic due to East Merrimack street bridge work. a foot bridge may be built for pedestrians across the project area.
A paper carrier discovered a fully formed infant’s body in a gutter at Twelfth and Bridge. Taken to Undertaker O'Donnell’s rooms, Medical Examiner Irish found no violence marks and listed the cause of death as unknown after days exposed to air. Governor Greenhalge mentioned in a related editorial note.
Rev Fr Dunfey preached on mortal sin at St Patrick’s mission, saying sin breaks the divine command ladder to heaven and only Christ's merits can restore the broken chain. He urged repentance for past sins and ongoing struggle against evil, noting salvation is possible through Christ.
The report notes March was the warmest for that month in 52 years. Aldermen meet at 7.30 pm and license prices stay unchanged. J J Hart named vice president of the new state cricket association. Various local meetings and events are listed including church gatherings, entertainments, and society notices. Burglary spikes with two stores hit. theft at Lane's boarding house reported. Financial figures show payrolls for nine major companies at $5,938,400 yearly and broader Lowell industry totals around $8.69 million with $1.1 million in additional outlays and $200,000 in dividends remaining locally.
The Opera House reports a shift to new writers and plays as revivals fade. Bartley Campbell’s White Slave drew a fair audience with Miss Anderson of Salem in the lead. Hands Across The Sea and Siberia arrive for a three day run starting tomorrow with a Saturday matinee. Marion Manola and Jack Mason star in Queen of Hearts Monday. At Music Hall The Two Old Cronies comes in fresh, drawing an enthusiastic crowd as John B. Wills Billy Bryant and Lizzie Richmond headline the lively show.
Directors met last evening and appointed Secretary Smith and Messrs. Merrill and Stickney to confer with city authorities on revising building laws. The planned inspection of wires and obstructed travel during the East Merrimack Street bridge rebuild will be discussed at the next board meeting.
An item notes that bicycles and related conveyances can be obtained by selling teas and coffees for the UD. 8. Tea Co located at the corner of Central and Prescott streets.
Mangled remains of John McMahon were prepared for burial after a fatal explosion at a dualip handling shop in Centralville. Edward McManus, injured with brain concussion and leg fragments, was listed in stable condition. McManus resided at Adams and Suffolk, with a wife.
At the G A R Memorial Day committee meeting last evening a parade participation plan was voted including city military committees the high school battalion and the 8 of V. Past Commander Tuttle Post 120 serves as treasurer. Subcommittees cover appropriations auditing carriages evergreen flags flowers invitations memorial evening program Sunday decorations services monument decorations music oration printing reception standards and S of V organizations.
A brisk note on player transfers and contracts across New England. Sydney D. Smith joins Lowell for the SCAA cricket season while Morgan Murphy reports to Cincinnati to handle catching duties. Billy Merritt faces a salary dispute with Boston, Frank Leonard signs seven Pawtucket players, John Irwin moves to Haverhill, and Brockton readies its new ground for an April 10 opening with Boston as the draw. Myron Paige shifts to left field for Andover Phillips and Bangor eyes a New England league spot.
Funeral services were held for Mary Haley wife of John Haley at St John s Church Westford with high mass of requiem. Interment was in the Catholic cemetery. Pall bearers included Wm Sheehan Dennis Sheehan David Sullivan Dennis Sullivan Daniel Sheehan and John Sheehan. Also noted were services for Edwin J Pitcher at his Third Street home with remains sent to Keyesville New York for interment and a high mass at St Joseph s church for Dr Arthur A Gelinean with a delegation from Court Merrimack A O of A. The bearers were Drs St Onge and J A Gagnon Roussin P A Brousseau Charles Chagnon and Zepherin Leanger. Ann Little s funeral proceeded from Chestnut Street to Immaculate Conception church for a high mass with Gregorian chant by Prof Daggerty. Bearers included Patrick Shanley Miles Burns James McManus and Patrick Mahoney with floral crosses wheat sheaves crowns and palms. Interment followed in the Catholic cemetery.
Rev and Mrs George Batchelor will be at home Friday evenings in April at their Chestnut street residence. Mr J B Goodwin will occupy the Wright house on Nesmith street during the Wright and Holmes absence in Japan. Raymond Ramsdell of Minneapolis visits this city. George S Wood travels to New York Connecticut and New Jersey on business. Philemon Page and family return from Canada. Mr and Mrs A G Pollard and Mr and Mrs C E Adams have gone to New York. Miss Grace Lilton of this city to marry Mr Gibson of Boston on the 25th. In Associate ball tomorrow City Treasurer elect John Harrington to host a complimentary banquet for the city council, Gov Greenbalge, 92 councilmen supporters, and municipal department heads invited. Mayor Pickman will attend. William E Courtney, Esq., to preside.
Long day in Washington with rollcalls failing to reach a quorum as Democrats press the ONeill Joy case. Patterson vows continued House action until resolved. Senate attends tariff bill launch with Florida pineapple import duty and Behring sea arbitration notes amid executive session adjournment. Spring children's fashion ads interrupt the scene with new York maker offerings.
Wilkes Barre Pa April 3 The 11th body, that of John Hammer, was recovered yesterday leaving eight other victims still at large among the 13 killed in the Gaylord mine disaster Bar Harbor Maine April 3 With April begins a busy season as cottages and a business block on Alain street are rising and several cottages are rented for the coming season
Thousands of coke workers, including 400 foreigners, defy law amid a spreading strike in Untoxtown Pennsylvania. Rioting at Hill Farm mines leaves several workers injured as 1500 tons of coke burn unattended and guards are placed on Oliver works.
Brooklyn April 3 The court martial of Lieutenant Charles O Lyman navigator of the corvette Kearsarge began yesterday with a not guilty plea. The charges include culpable negligence for failing to take observations to fix the ship's course and neglecting to obtain the Fevland 2 local division of the compass. Testimony matched the wreck accounts already published.
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