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Lowell Sun

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 19, 1894

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SGABS Threatening Letter Targets Stock Yard Workers

A notice from the American Railway union signed by officials and approved by Debs calls on stock yard employees to strike or be branded as scabs. Officials fear threats of violence. the company arms workers with six shooters and police prepare to arrest organizers. Packingtown decorates with anti non union messages and racial tension rises.

ChicaGo American Railway union Ashby Packingtown

Hot Weather Doings in Manchester Disturbing the Peace Case

A drunkenness case against Andrew Smith was placed on file by Judge Frye after testimony from Officer Palmer and Inspector Donaldson. Andrew testified dramatically about insult by Robt Gallagher and was arrested on Central street. A separate incident saw Peter Boyd fined $10 for drunkenness after a runaway horse caused injuries near Suffolk street. Julia McCurdy pleaded guilty to drunkenness and was jailed for two months after an appeal for clemency.

Andrew Smith Frye Palmer Mr. Smith Donaldson Courtney Andrew Gallagher Central street Robt. Gallagher Officer Palmer Peter Boyd Manchester N. H Suffolk street Presecott Breault Boyd Julia McCurdy E. D McVey Tie Julia McVey

Great Reduction in Steerage Rates on Cunard Line

Boston to England Ireland and Scotland fares cut to 10 dollars prepaid 15 dollars round trip 25 dollars. Sale valid from this date until further notice with Cunard Line advertised as the best steamships afloat. Purchase at once.

Boston England Ireland Scotland Cunard

We Can Save You Money on Prices and Assortment

A brief offer urges readers to compare prices and review the store’s assortment before buying elsewhere, promising savings and a wide selection.

Satolli Upholds Bishop Watterson on Liquor Ban

New York July 19 The apostolic delegate Mgr Satolli upholds Bishop Watterson of Columbus Ohio in expelling liquor dealers from Catholic societies. He backs Watterson’s rule that any society with a saloon keeper cannot be Catholic. Rev Alexander P Doyle calls the decision monumental for the American church.

New York Mgr. Satolli Watterson Columbus Mgr Satolli apostolic delegate United States delegate apostolic Alexander P. Doyle Catholic Total Abstinence union of America Baltimore Doyle Cardinal Gibbons Ireland Chicago

Remedy Needed at Fort Hill Park Reports Pickpocket Problem

Complaints mount that Fort Hill park is unsafe for evening strolls due to a lingering gang and only one officer, Mr. Murphy. When Murphy investigates one complaint, trouble arises elsewhere, leaving visitors to bear the risk.

Fort Hill park Mr. Murphy

They're Dandy Managers At Veteran Firemen Gala

The committee in charge of the Veteran Firemen's gala day includes James Eday Hill, James T. Trask, Thomas J. McDonald, Thomas G. Gerrish, Nathaniel Bishop, Charles Philbrick, John F. Willian, Dird C. Reed and T. N. Curtis.

James Eday Hill James T. Trask Thomas J. McDonald Thomas G. Gerrish Nathaniel Bishop Charles Philbrick John F. Willian Dird C. Reed T. N. Curtis

Birmingham visitor from Chalifoux company named

Mr. Oliver Chalifoux, brother of J. J. Chalifoux and manager of Chalifoux's big clothing establishment at Birmingham Als., is spending a few days in this city.

Oliver Chalifoux J. J. Chalifoux Chalifoux Birmingham

Funeral rites reported for multiple local figures

The Con gregational church in North Chelmsford hosted Lillian WoSweatt's funeral with Rev Ingersoll Briant officiating a quartet providing selections. Pallbearers included Herman Shaw Fred Chandler Frank Small and Gus Duncan. Interment followed in North Chelmsford cemetery and floral tributes highlighted by a blue inscribed star crescent and bar.

Lillian WoSweatt North Chelmaford Ingersoll Briant Herman Shaw Fred Chandler Frank Small Gus Duncan North Chelmsford Immaculate Conception church Ann Norcross Fr. Dacey O. M John Kennedy James A. Keynes James Murphy Gus Briscoe Anne Merrill A. G. Norcross A.G. Norcross David Brace Andover F. A. Wilson Spring Grove Dave Bruce Corinne Le Clerc Virginville Burkal St. Josephs Mary A. Sullivan Cross Street avenue Newton William Jay Robert Ann Jay Thorndike street

Postoffice Order Sets Rules for Clerk and Carrier Removals

Postmaster General releases Order No. 235 to free delivery post offices requiring reporting of removals and new hires to the first assistant postmaster general. No carrier to be removed without cause and written charges. resignations not accepted by the department. changes to rosters to be reported promptly.

post office department Orst WS. Bissing

Injury to Wille Cudworth After Fall From Fence

Six year old Wille Cudworth son of the former ball player known as Cuddy suffered a head wound when he fell from a high fence behind his Merrimack Street home. He was treated at once with seven stitches after doctors attended him following the accident at 626 Central Street.

Wille Cudworth Cuddy Quincy Merrimack street Central street Holbrook

Removal sale at J. E. Shaxtey & Co on Merrimack street

From Friday the 20th to Tuesday the 31st ten days more before the move. dress options black or colors. check low prices on goods to move them. Removal sale conducted by J. E. Shaxtey & Co on Merrimack street.

Merrimack street J. E. Shaxtey & Co

Where Are They Going Junket Trip Reported by Committee

The garbage committee plans another investigation junket at cremator expense. Destination names vary with Buffalo Minneapolis and San Francisco listed in reports.

Buffalo Minneapolis San Francisco

Lawrence License Commission Inspects Drug Stores

The Lawrence license commission conducted a tour of drug stores on Tuesday and found ten barrels of whiskey and five empty ones in one shop, with the proprietor failing to keep a registration book.

license commission of Lawrence

Gatling Gun Drill Impresses Co C Mechanics

The Can Handle the Gatling unit at the armory conducted another drill with the Gatling gun last evening. The crew showed growing proficiency in handling the weapon as part of their routine training.

Co. C Phalanx

John Story Goes Fishing Off Harbor

Clerk John Story of If. Burke & Co. has left on a fishing trip down the harbor. When he returns a big fish tale is expected from the popular employee.

John Story If. Burke & Co Jack

Lager and stock ale rise while present use ale sales fall

A prominent liquor dealer reports higher consumption of lager and stock ale compared with former levels, while sales of present use ale decrease proportionally.

No-License Rally At John Street Church Next Sunday

Temperance advocates will present a no-license rally at the John Street church next Sunday evening to keep their campaign before the public.

John Street

Gookin Bros and son travel west to buy fall trade goods

M. E. Gookin of Gookin Bros along with his son journeyed to Grand Rapids and Chicago to procure merchandise for the upcoming fall season.

M. E. Gookin Gookin Bros Grand Rapids Chicago

Three Dollars Weekly Provide Club Outing For Woman

A weekly contribution of three dollars funds a country club outing for a woman. The ad notes that a little money goes a long way, highlighting the value of small donations for community activities.

Country club

Let Them Come City Council Challenge to Lowell Ball Game

The Lawrence city council has challenged the Lowell city council to a future baseball game.

Lawrence Lowell

Manchester Raids Crack Down on Speak Easies in Groceries

The license commission vows not to renew saloon licenses after legal warnings as Manchester police raid small groceries cracking down on dozens of speak easies. Printing services from Te Sun job print are offered to save money.

Manchester

Crisis in Montana and Indian Territory prompts troop movement

Troop trains move from Fort Assiniboine to Helena and Butte amid rising tensions with miners and potential A. K. U. links. Additional companies from Omaha expected as authorities prepare to enforce laws in Indian Territory. Company D of the 10th Infantry relocates to Krebs to protect Osage Coal & Mining properties. the Indian agent vows strict law enforcement to end strikes. Serious trouble looms if work ceases.

Sr. Paty Butte Helena Montana Northern Pacific general offices Fort Assinaboine Great Northern Uerena Omaha Chicago Indian Territory Associated Press SUN Lady United States

Wrecking Boat Blown Up In Harbor Disaster

A wrecking boat near Tar Sty. PortsMottu, Eng. was blown apart by accidental dynamite discharge while approaching the Azalia wreck. Seven men killed or fatally injured. scene describes chaos as debris scatters.

PortsMottu Eng

Oakland Mayor Orders Citizens Home After Nightfall

Oakland Cal July 19 Mayor Pardee issued a stay indoors order to prevent crowds after nightfall anticipating trouble from a railroad strike and looming street riots.

OAKLAND Cal Pardee

Boy Drowns While Swimming in Suffolk Canal

A young boy named Thomas Danabey drowned while swimming in the Suffolk canal this noon. He could not swim well and went over his depth and sank before rescue could reach him.

Thomas Danabey Suffolk canal

Tariff bill sent to conference committee amid House session

The House opened at 10 45 a m and voted to stand by the tariff bill as sent to the Senate without division. The bill was returned to the conference committee and Speaker Crisp named the same conferees.

Cruiser Columbia Ordered to Bluefields for American Interests

Associated Press reports on July 16 that Secretary Herbert ordered the cruiser Columbia to Bluefields Nicaragua to protect American interests, signaling increased U S involvement in the region. The action follows rising tensions and concerns for American nationals and assets.

Washington Sec. Herbert Columbia Bluefield Nicaraugua

President Carnot laid to rest in Pantheon

The body of President Carnot was laid beside his grandfather's remains in the Pantheon today in Paris as the Associated Press reports from July 19.

President Carnot Associated Press SUN Paris Pantheon

Paroled Felon Kayser From State Prison After Burglaries

Gov Greenhalge with council parole Fred A Kayser, prisoner for 18 years after burglary crimes in Lowell and Ayer's City. The Lowell boy terrorized the area in 1839 and 1881, including breaking into the home of the late Ton Hocum Hosford on Central street. the shock contributed to Hosford's illness and death. Kayser had served over 15 years since his 1851 sentence.

Hosford Kayser

Local Notes From Sudge Froe On Assault Case And Social Headlines

Sudge Frve fined Charles A. Rogers five dollars today for assault and battery on Zspheria Loranger. Miss Margaret Tancred of 28 Walker Street begins an eight week New England coast visit. David B. Goddard head of U S Cartridge Co oversaw an outing at Lakeview Tuesday for many young ladies in his employ. Moodes defeat Muds of Belvider e 25 to 14 in a clear win witnessed by a large crowd. Moodes batting was the feature. Tuesday evening John Hughes D D G R with North Billerica council R A officers made an official inspecting visit to Acton council R A. a large delegation attended a banquet with speeches by Deputy John Hughes and others.

Sudge Frve Charles A. Rogers Zspheria Loranger Margaret Tancred Walker street New England David Goddard U.S. Cartridge Co Lakeview Belvidere John Hughes D. D G. R North Billerica

Local Officials Return From Coastal Yacht Trip in Fog

Tara Sullivan of the city auditor's office and Joe Farrell of the treasurer's office returned yesterday afternoon from a yacht trip along the coast. They left the vessel in a fog bank at Kittery Junction where Officer Buchanan aided visibility by clearing fog. the official pair are described as sensitive about their complexion.

Tara Sullivan Joe Farrell treasurer’s office Kittery Junction Buchanan billy Joe Ton

Opposition Probable Over New Water Board Powers

A prominent citizen denounces the water board ordinance proposing compulsory metering as an overreach. He warns it could curb water usage, foul pipes, and odorful sewers, endangering health, while arguing the economy cry is misused by officials seeking favors. Council debates enforceable meters and public reaction is likely to rise.

water board Tur Sun board of health

Midnight Row on Bridge Street Ends With Arrest

A disturbance on Bridge street near Paige led to the arrest of Joseph B. Keley by Officer John Fox. Kelley, who faced drunkenness charges, was jailed for a month and then held in $200 until the October Superior court term after appealing.

Bridge street Paige John Fox Joseph B. Keley Fox Centralville Kelley Runels Kelly Offeers Duncan

Social notes from Northfield to Squirrel Island visits

Northeast residents and visitors are listed in a busy social column. Miss Susia Kent returns home to Northfield after eleven weeks away. Lieut. Butler Ames and Cadet E. L. King arrive at a camp with Col. Parker in Lowell. Various Malden Dorchester and Montreal guests are noted, with local residents traveling to Hampton Beach Jackson Miss Brandon Oaklan Me and other locales for visits and vacations.

Susia Kent Northfield Lieut Butler Ames wigh U.S. infantry Adelbert Ames Benjamin I. Butter Percy Parker Lowell Butler E. L. King close U. S. ML West Point McNulty Malden Olive Weaks George A. Mitten Dorchester Rev. K.P. Geny Biddeford

Local deaths and funerals in the city

Reports list Ellen Wain aged 40 at No Aalerica Avenue and Alice Coleman aged 89 at 13T Colburn Street as recent deaths. John F Doherty aged 1, and Thomas Rourke, child of Michael and Mary, died yesterday. Clara B Lilley wife of Judge Lilley at 80 Sherman Street dies after a long illness. Funeral details follow from several residences with Catholic cemetery interments noted.

Ellen Wain John Wain No. Aalerica Alice Coleman Colburn street Thomas Mahoney Ireland John F. Doherty John F Delis E. Doherty Bassett street Thomas Michael Mary Rourke North street Clara B Charles Lilley Shermian street Arthur P. Bonney Lowell Mr. Bonney Fairmount street

Labor Day Parade Fund Drive Planned by Central Labor Union

McManmon florist Prescott and Merr list to solicit subscriptions as the Central Labor Union vows to appoint a committee to back Labor Day parade efforts. The move follows the city council’s failure to approve a 300 dollar appropriation. The Fair Grounds will host the C I A event after Loston renters failed to deposit 75 dollars.

Central Labor union Pickman

Loomfixers Union Elects Officers for Next Term in City

The Loomfixers union met at Central Tabor union hall last night and elected officers for the upcoming term. Financial secretary and treasurer report the union is prosperous. Delegates will be elected at the next meeting to attend the national loom fixers convention to be held in this city on August 12. An organizing committee will also be appointed to arrange for the convention.

Loomfixers’ union Tabor union hall loomfixers

Caledonian Club Sets Aug Sports at Riverside Oval

The Caledonian club met last night and planned their annual sports to be held August 25 at the Riverside oval. The program is nearly completed with many events expected to draw noted New England athletes. The Talbot Mills band has been engaged for the occasion.

Caledonian club Riverside oval New England Talbot Mills

Child Hit By Vehicle On Marshal Street

A child was seriously injured yesterday afternoon on Marshal Street after being knocked down and run over by a vehicle driven by a man who fled before being detected. The child was taken to its home after the incident.

Marshal street

Wibernians Plan Lynn Beach Excursion Amid Ticket Sales

A Division $ of the local Wibernians schedule their annual Lynn beach excursion for the 23rd. Tickets are selling fast and organizers promise a good time for attendees as they note no local bicycle or lantern ordinances exist though state laws cover fast riding and bell use.

2 man Wibernians Lynn beach

Patching Streets Sparks Cost Comparison With Salem Rock

The report notes heavily traveled unpaved streets are being repaired with clay dirt sand or broken rock. It argues Salem crushed rock would have been cheaper now and much cheaper long term for road repairs.

Salem

Living Pictures Aim for Greatest Feature at Lakeview

Manager Gilbert travels between Lowell and Boston gathering material for his Living Pictures. The undertaking requires constant bustle and will deliver a product unlike anything seen before, with no cast spared to ensure Lakeview presents its premier feature.

Gilbert Lowell Boston Lakeview

Vesper Club Grows With New Members and City Meeting

Vesper Club reports 78 current members with nine new admissions. City hall commissioners plan tonight’s meeting to award Miss Victory the grand highie from Monument square. Funeral arrangements for John B. Coleman set for St Patrick's Church tomorrow at 9 a.m. Display of water sets shown in show window priced 50 cents to $2.50. U S Tea Co corner Central and Prescoui streets.

Country club Vesper club city hall Miss Victory highie Monument square John B. Coleman St. Patrick's church U.S. Tea Co corner Central Prescoui streets

Electric car rush fuels Lakeview route attraction

The Mascot drew large crowds last night as electric cars on the Lakeview route filled quickly from 6:30 PM. Every four minutes one car was filled with young riders, making it a lively night for a Lakeview trip.

Lakeview

Our Store Hours And Summer Accessories Notice

Our store will close Tuesday through Friday evenings during July and August. We offer ice palm leaf fans ham mocks and woven hammocks white or colored with or without valance in the 6dc to 3 dollar range. Hammock fixings include summer suits priced to lay off in at lay off prices with several lots for ten dollars and sizes vary.

Remarkable Exhibition of Arthur Davis Telephonic Concert

A second telephone concert from Joe Dextra's barber shop on Merrimack Street drew a large crowd. Arthur Davis demonstrated that sound from his Dodge Street home could be heard clearly one third of a mile away, aided by two wires. Alvin Lawrence heard the performance and suggested greater separation. Davis seeks funding, notes Bell Telephone interest, and claims the long distance phone is inferior. He has spent 17 years experimenting and also developed a carbon for arc lights. Both inventions could attract corporate investment.

Tae Sun Joe Dextra Merrimack street Tremont Mr. Davis Dodge Mr. Dextra Supt. Fletcher Electric Light company American Bell Telephone Bell

Lakeview sees closes today for individual bowling tourney

Entries close today for the individual tournament at Lakeview, starting next Monday. Bowlers will bowl three strings against every opponent, with the event expected to finish around August 4. Prizes include a parlor clock for first, a vox of cigars for second, a gold beaded cane for third, and a pair of bowling shoes for fourth.

Lakeview

Country Week Beneficiaries Fund Drives Help Wide Reach

Thirty five women and children were sent off to the country by the Country Week Fund with destinations listed as West ford Carlisle and North Andover. An upcoming excursion for a party is planned next Thursday. Edward Ellingwood serves as treasurer urging public contributions.

Country Week Fund Westford Carlisle North Andover Chip Edward Ellingwood

Naval Captain Sargent to Visit Lowell for Trials Talk

Capt. B. W. Sargent, head of all Cramps steamers and cruisers on trial trips, plans a Lowell visit soon and will discuss trials of large vessels such as the Minneapolis.

B. W. Sargent Lowell Minneapolis

Bridge Abutments Progress Across East Merrimack Street

Contractors report abutment work on the East Merrimack Street bridge advancing better than any prior city project. The improvement follows an earlier comparison noting construction pace and structural progress on the city’s bridges.

East Merrimack street

Club adopts Sunday meetings and nominates council candidate

At Tuesday night’s club meeting members voted to hold meetings on Sunday afternoons. A candidate for the council nomination will be added to the field next Sunday.

council

Watch Gift Delights Searsport Woman on Vacation

Mrs Charles W Delano while vacationing at Searsport Maine was surprised by friends presenting her an elegant gold watch. The gesture celebrated her time away with a thoughtful token from close companions.

Charles W. Delano Searsport, Me

Inspector Urges Sterilized Milk for Infants

An inspector advocates sterilized milk to protect infants. He states it guards little ones against cholera infantum and urges mothers to use sterilized product for their babies.

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THE SUN Lowwell cable and telegraphic James F. O'Donnell CUNARD LINE Market Street Worthen FAY BROS WES Catholic Church FUNERAL SERVICES J. E. Shanley & Co U. S MONTA tory bas. Sen Portsmouth Harbor THI SuN Bluefields Sen FRED A. KAYSER Hocam Hosford City Council Joe Kelley John Mortimer Montreal George Stevens J. A. Thomson John Farris J. 3.thomson E. KE. Eaton Rose Kingsbury Centennial cottage Hampton beach Rev L. G. Barrett Jackson University Jackson, Miss Weirs E. B. Conant Bass Rocka Charles Clark New Brunswick F.S. Brown Puffer street Leeds Centre 3. P. Perry Richard A. Carter Willow Dale Florence Thurston provinces F. E. Butler Brandon Hallowell and son Hallowell Adelaide J. Horne Ocean Park Warren Foote Mt. Ossipee Mabel D. Allen Methuen street Lebanon N. HS St. Jonesbury Gertrude B. Johnston Dorches Mass Notre Dame academy Mary O’Brien Phillips street Squirrel Island Gertrude Johnson Mra Tilley McManmon, florist rescott & Merr The Living Pictures Pozzoni PUTNAM & SON Cor. Warren Arthur Davis Country Week Capt. Sargent The Tammany Club
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