05 Feb 1894
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Newspaper
Lowell Sun
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1894
Page
1
The text notes the Lowell penny paper’s second edition and its reliance on other local papers for most news items. It mentions waiting until tomorrow for complete despatches and cable coverage.
Streets crowded with Saturday shoppers as merchants report stronger trade than weeks prior. Stores opened new spring stock amid lively demand, signaling a turning point from hard times to returning confidence and anticipated brisk business.
The Opera House presents Lady Windermere's Fan tonight with sharp wit and a moral on deceit in marriage. Also this week Monte Carlo by Primrose and West's minstrel troupe, and the melodrama The Lights O' London to open tonight with lavish scenery and full stock company.
Charles Leonhardt nicknamed the clever swindler was sentenced to six months in the house of correction today for swindling Mary McMillan of twenty dollars. He faced warrants in Lynn for extensive larcenies while local officers watched. The piece also notes praise for Secretary Howard's leadership of Fall River spinners and lists recent real estate transfers in town with several properties changing hands and prices ranging from five hundred to five thousand dollars.
The market for marriage intentions lists Patrick Lyons to Macy Harkins and Eugene Grizmard to Isabella Marren, among others, while Frank Mellows alias Miller receives seven years in state prison for burglary in Andover. A Lowell despatch covers Josiah Quines recommending Michael Corbett for the post office, with print shop pricing noted nearby.
A Sun bowling column note argues waxed alleys gave unfair advantage, singling out Lowell clubs Miserables Vespers and Codman. Officials washed and scrubbed alleys before games while rivals used wax, prompting protests, rule warnings, and debates over fair play and team conduct amid standings and player performances.
A crowded social calendar item notes the Welch Guards annual ball set for April 4 and lists community happenings including street renumbering completion, local illnesses, entertainment at Rogers School, new residents, and several accidents and notices across the city.
Joseph Garabad known as Joe the Turk along with Charles W Johnson and Richard Morris, Salvation Army members, were arrested on Midis Street for obstructing the sidewalk during a procession. Officers Fox Brady and Fox subdued the trio after they blocked traffic and played instruments, with money found on Joe’s person and bail posted later. The incident sparked mixed reactions among Salvation Army members and the public. Joe the Turk, a Turk by birth and Armenian priest’s son, has a long history in the army and trade as a shoemaker, traveling as the army’s messenger across the country.
The Central Labor union held a long afternoon meeting with delegates from Cotton Spinners and Woolen Spinners unions. Debates covered whether the First Street extension should be city done or contracted, with calls to act promptly. finances, banquets, and a proposed Income Tax discussion slated for the next session. The Shoemakers of Auburn asked aid, pledging $15, and two copies of the American Federationist were subscribed. A delegation from Typographical Union joined, and a plan to aid local church relief totals $2762.24.
A Boston ledgers style description shows seized alcohol in Massachusetts stored at the Central station, then shipped to the state house for bid-based disposal. Chief Wade oversees mixing and sale to maximize proceeds for state aids while some products go to hospitals. Citizens learn of profits sharing and bottle returns amid the liquor forfeiture system.
The funeral of Mrs Elen Hogan mother of City Solicitor Mogan occurred yesterday from her Adams Street home. Many mourners walked through Suffolk Market Central and Gorhans streets to the Catholic cemetery where burial occurred. Prayers at the grave were by Rev Bucke of St Patrick's. Bearers included Daniel Redding John Danahy and others. Floral tributes poured in from numerous friends and relatives. Also noted were services for Michael McGillian Charles W A Shitchser Elizabeth A Mooney Isabella Dean and others with interments in Catholic cemeteries.
William Phipps was shot and seriously wounded by Margaret Lovett after an October incident involving Miss Francois Mahoney. Phipps’ condition is doubtful. The report also notes related crimes, lent regulations, and local social events in St Louis.
A new Putnam Star Shirt claims superior fit versus ready-made options. Customers report tailored sleeve lengths and accurately sized neck bands, with many noting it feels closer to shirts made to order.
In a crowded police court the cases of Joe the Turk and companions were heard for obstruction with the Salvation Army in attendance. Joe asked for counsel and the case was continued to tomorrow. several drunks were jailed or fined, a wife threatened, and others arraigned for drunkenness, larceny, and breaking and entering.
The street committee met Saturday afternoon with Alderman Lovejoy absent and Alderman Stanley presiding. Bills were approved and the recon sideration motion on the First street extension was read. A telegram from Lovejoy dated Naverill New Hampshire announced a committee meeting for Tuesday afternoon. Benson urged action and Kittredge was given until Tuesday to present his notice of reconsideration, then the committee adjourned until tomorrow.
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