28 Apr 1894
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Newspaper
Lowell Sun
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1894
Page
1
Brief boilerplate note indicates timing for late telegraphic and local news in a second edition now available. The line signals an edition schedule rather than a story detail. It references a 2 o'clock mark and directs readers to the second edition for updates.
Col James Francis retires as engineer of the Locks and Canals Co and becomes consulting engineer. His departure follows longstanding tensions with a rival corporation tied to canal water use. Mills, previously consulting engineer for the firm and several corporations, succeeds him, signaling expected shakeups in the administration.
A broad public sale of James A. Chase’s Hadley stable at Lovell Massachusetts offers 20 top livery horses, buggies, harnesses, robes, sleighs, carriages and related equipment. The sale proceeds May 1 with stock viewable beforehand and all items to be removed the sale day. Proceeds also cover Fay Bros and Hosford offerings of 50 rockaways and related vehicles and 30 second hand jobs, all for cash. Wealth of consignments note new buggies from Sawyer Carriage and a prison harness sale, plus a Methuen farm sale and a legislative note on prisoner transport.
The weavers' particulars bill, aimed at requiring factory workers to receive printed specifications on work and wages, will be debated Monday before the committee on expenditures. The measure mandates detailed tickets for spinners and frame-tenders, with penalties and added inspectors to enforce compliance.
A public carpenters meeting in Jackson hall last evening aimed to organize a union. President Meehan and District Organizer Shields urged joining, noting benefits and comparing to bricklayers and cigarmakers. Carpenters could join by June 1 for $1. an organization is planned for next Thursday.
Hymeneal notice states Mr William Makant of Somerville and Mrs Lucy Corner wed Wednesday evening at the bride’s father William H Coulam’s home 16 Pine Street. Rev George Sinclair officiated with Miss Mary Coulam as bridesmaid and Robert Makant as best man. A small reception followed for immediate family.
Johnn T Monroe pleaded guilty to assault and battery after his mother requested no prosecution due to his injury. He was sent to the Mass reformatory. Ellen Noonan and Annie Herson were jailed for drunkenness with 10 and 8 months at the state farm. Rose Wall was sent to the Lancaster State Industrial School after a fit of tears. Okla Cyr was fined $6 for assaulting Harry Joly. James Kelly was fined $50 for illegal liquor sales on Williams street.
A very pleasant house warming was held at the residence of Air. Wm. Moison at No. Chelmsford, Wednesday evening. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Mallory, Mrs. Myron Queen, Mr. Peter Lambert and daughter, and Mrs. Lyman, Miss Maggie Morrow and Miss Mary O'Connell. Mr. Queen presented Mr. Moison an elegant lamp, after which supper was served by Mrs. Moison. Songs were sung by Miss Merrill, Mr. Mallory and Mr. Moison rendered "Come back to Erin," and "The low backed car," in a pleasing manner.
Builders traced an accusation that they bought prison made hats to a different group. They met the hat dealer who produced the statement and found they paid him 53.75 dollars for hats to be used in a labor parade.
Success follows a year and a half trial of the savings department system at Traders National Bank 30 Middlesex Street. Interest on deposits before the close of business on the third day of any month begins on the first day of that month at 4 percent per year, compounding. Deposits before 4 p.m. May 3 begin May 1. The bank operates 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and 7 to 9 p.m.
Athens reports a violent 15 second earthquake during a Friday cathedral procession causing widespread destruction. The shock reached Thebes, Atalanta and other cities with many buildings ruined, prisons damaged, and thousands left homeless awaiting government aid. Damage also noted on islands and in Patras Lamia Larissa and other towns.
City Hall scenes erupt as 74 new licenses issued. Mayor refuses to name recipients while Edward Planagan, Frank Barnard, and Dennis Calnin are named in rumors. Josers and Henry McAlvin reportedly received certificates. officials say nothing. City Clerk Dowd and staff avoid details as deadline looms.
A letter to the editor advocates a local arbitration board formed by labor, employers, and business leaders to settle wage and productivity disputes at Faulkner's mill. The writer argues wage cuts and rising output fueled recent strikes and cites historic protests like the Boston tea tax and Fort Sumter as justified, limited strikes that benefited the nation.
Old soldiers gather for Union Veterans’ gala in Memorial Hall. Nine new members admitted then a banquet at Merrimack House with Maj. Gen. Wadrop Col. Sawyer and local officials. Toasts praise veterans service and patriotism, request flag on Memorial building, and honor sacrifices. Recitation closes the evening.
Governor Gill stood before 7000 miners in Toluca on April 28 and urged them to uphold state dignity and respect the law. The crowd then voted to disperse and trains were arranged to transport the visiting miners home.
A Buenos Aires dispatch reports Portugal has agreed to Argentina’s demand to return Brazilian insurgents captured by Portuguese warships while attempting to flee to Argentina. The accord settles the dispute over the fate of the fugitives and their transfer to Argentine authorities.
No championship baseball games yesterday. Governor Flower of New York will veto the blanket ballot bill. The training ship Enterprise prepares for summer cruise. Dr Adbert Day of the Washingtonian home in Boston is dead. Blackstone weavers threaten strike over fine system. J Fred Parker of Providence named assistant secretary of state of Rhode Island. William T Potter of Providence dies after three years as mayor. Attorney General Olney's bond-extension plan for Pacific roads likely adopted. Emperor William insists German interests in Samoa must not be abandoned. New York and New England road reorganization forecloses second mortgage bonds. Lorraine mill weavers in Providence work 13 hours daily due to summer flannels. Postmaster Coveney removes ex-treasurer of the Boston Postoffice Clerks' association who is missing with 600 dollars.
Montreal April 28 Fire destroyed the wholesale grocery house of Laporte Martin and Co. The blaze left the firm with a loss of 150000 pounds.
In Charleston West Virginia authorities report that about two thousand five hundred river miners walked off the job yesterday. The strike follows tensions in the industry and widespread labor unrest. In Washington reports indicate a possible extension of postal facilities on the Great Northern road being considered by the post office department.
7 M Bolton operates a saddle and harness shop at 139 Market Street Gates offering five items for repair at the lowest rates.
A chaotic Arbor Day piece links politicians and liquor licenses in whimsical horticultural metaphors. Mayors, aldermen, and clerks announce symbolic plantings and speculative plans, with references to license bonds, banns, and political futures amid a flurry of eccentric personages and local governance innuendo.
Huntington hall will host the May Breakfast next Thursday through Saturday with breakfast on the first morning and evening sessions. A children's operetta titled 2710 Over will feature over 6 children, and the self playing electric piano, famed at the Chicago World’s Fair, will perform any music piece during each evening and Saturday matinee.
Prof Taylor will supply the Kirk Street church pulpit tomorrow and several local notices mention community events. The Stearns quadruplet appears at Shat tuck's bicycle store, 34 Prescott Street, and Manning Leighton run an assignee sale of goods. George F Tupper, a veteran fireman, starts his own express business with a horse and wagon. Pride of Lowell Lodge officers elected include Bertha Corbett as Chief Templar and Hattie Patrick as vice templar. Foresters plan to attend a Lawrenco bazaar meeting Thursday. round trip costs 40 cents.
Susan Sutcliffe 42 wife of William Sutcliffe died at 64 South Whipple Street. William Walker 68 died at home last evening. Deceased member of Pride of Lowell lodge 1.0. G. T. and Sons and Daughters of Maine. Mrs Luther Blodgett of West Chelmsford died in New York City at son in law Rev. Dr Virgin’s residence. Charles A Goodwin died at 116 Chapel Street. cousin of Inspector Goodwin. employed by Boston and Maine railroad. 15 years regular army. Mrs Almira W. Page 76 died at 14 Osgood Street. born in Brookfield Vermont. Lowell resident over sixty years. survived by sisters Mrs P. E. Moxley and Mrs J. K. Flint and brother Enos Wilder.
Remember Professor Wells reception and ball Tuesday evening May 1. Admission 50 cents balcony 25 cents dancing from 8 10 1 90. A fine orchestra conducted by Mr Lavigneur. Tickets now ready. Light refreshments.
An epidemic of Many Stellious disappearances strikes Rhode Island with 126 people reported missing since January and fewer than one-fifth heard from. In Washington a pension case dismissal ends proceedings against Commissioner Lochren without prejudice on motion of Judge Lone's attorneys.
McMannion florist Prescott Merr'ksts promotes a self measuring air tight coffee canister as the best invention to keep coffee aromatic. Available at Kinsella's tea store located at the corner of Central and Prescott streets.
Clothing sales promote well cut garments and urge tailors to follow established styles to raise local dress standards. Warning against odd overcoats and cheap side pants, the ad invites customers to visit and compare. Spring overcoats priced from 88 to 28 dollars.
Local business record notes PUTNAM and SON located at Cor Central and Warren Streets, indicating a formal address for correspondence and service. No additional context or dates provided in the readable text.
City Engineer Bowes presents a plan to ease the Pawtucket street grade crossing risk. The commission, with city and state officials, inspects the crossing and schedules continuation of the hearing at 2 o'clock. Analysis focuses on elevating tracks and routing the roadway under the railroad to reduce danger.
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