30 Jun 1894
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Newspaper
Lowell Sun
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1894
Page
1
Interest begins monthly for deposits on or before the third. Money placed by July 3 earns interest from July 1 at 4 percent per year. Interest can be withdrawn or added to principal every six months. Bank hours: daily 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturdays 8:00 am to 1:00 pm and 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
A Clyde Wayne county minstrel event featuring young women and male performers led to all performers unable to remove burnt cork. Despite protest, the show delighted crowds, with the cast and orchestra earning praise. The tale includes comic exchanges about washing off the makeup and a hotel scene with the end men.
A heated early morning session of the school board focused on filling two vacancies and acknowledging nine recently granted diplomas. Debates over rules revisions and committee structures followed, with Miss Susie Watson and Frank M. Brogan receiving contentious consideration for high school posts.
Elizabeth H. Gregg aged 52 died Thursday at 193 Tremont street. A Greenfield N H native she leaves husband John Gregg three daughters Lilla R Gertrude M and Mary and her father Nahum Russell of Greenfield and a brother Frank E Russell.
McManmon florist Prescott and Merry lists local notes. Construction begins on the iron bridge in Carlisle over the Concord river. Discussion continues on extending the electric railway from Chelmsford Centre to Carlisle Acton and Concord. Tom Kelley vows to defend Lowell mile running title. Assistant assessors near completion in Ward Three. Dennis Florence and Daniel Murphy return from Mt St Marys College.
A brief ad pledges money savings by inviting readers to compare prices and browse the assortment before buying elsewhere. It emphasizes the possibility of lower costs and informed purchase decisions.
A heated Lowell city hall hearing weighed whether to move the Bliss Victory bronze statue from Memorial square between City hall and the Memorial building. Donor Dr J C Ayer and many residents urged keeping the statue, citing trust, history, and aesthetics, while opponents questioned commission power and site harmony.
Paris June 30 M Burdeau declined forming a cabinet. President Perier asked Dupuy to reconsider his resignation. Reports say Motta Visconti informed of a Cesario Santo plot to assassinate President Carnot with a meeting at Cette. Anarchist Pie arrested at Chalona. election bid noted for Bourgeois seat.
Coal for July will be higher by 15 cents a ton. Smallpox spreads in Litchfield county Conn. Laly proposes international supervision of anarchism. Charles Hutchins of York Me. attempts death by own action. Collins Ax Co of Collinsville Conn. denied closing. Amos R Locke, 87, of Ashburnham Mass., drops dead in Boston. An unknown man found suffering arsenical poisoning at Peabody Mass. The American steam yacht Atlanta of the Goulds arrives at Greenock. Henri Rochefort says Casimir Perier’s election would trigger civil war in France. Japanese residents in New York seek naturalization rights. French ambassador thanks the Kaiser for sympathy with bereaved France. Hudson and Marlboro road work to begin next Monday. Italian government will not seek indemnity for losses in France. A G Olney says U S mail must not be obstructed by Pallman strikers. The certificate of reasonable doubt in Erastus Witan case continued to July 9. About 1200 young men examined for Yale undergraduate admission. George R Alpress of Hartford dies from railroad injuries. The era graduates from the BBHove Island state normal school numbered 12, and Providence Training School pupil teachers 14 receive normal certificates.
Ottawa reports the intercolonial congress convened on June 30 and elected Mackenzie Bowell as Canadian minister of trade. Bowell delivered his inaugural address, outlining early policy directions and the administration’s priorities for commerce and intercolonial relations.
A fine window display features water acts this week with prices ranging from St. to $2.50 for a two set. Located at the U S Tea Co corner of Central and Prescott streets.
Dickson Bros at 68 Merrimack advertise give away of horns fireworks and all quantities of high grade teas with no cost.
The senate finished considering the tariff bill after committee work begun April 2. Amendments include free alcohol use in industry and abrogating reciprocal treaties while preserving existing accords. A 10 percent duty on Seacon or Iceland mess was added at Hoar’s and Harris support. House action on government appropriations and a Pullman seating inquiry followed as President Cleveland was expected to push for free sugar coal and ore in conference. Black election dispute wide filibuster case concludes with Black declared elected. pension bills discussed. Settlement reached in Pittsburgh coal dispute with general resumption Monday. Jake Bistain plans comeback seeking match with Slavin.
Thompsonville Connecticut June 3 Fred wick Woodward an A P A member who had been missing says he was in New Haven and returned home last night his mind appears confused The Press reports a cruiser New York at anchor off Stapleton S I L reportedly lost six crew since arrival due to strictness of the executive officer
Madras Zephyr Cheviot and Percale Star Skirt Waists and Blouses priced from 50 cents to 1.50. Sizes range from 4 to 15 years. The shop proclaims these waists the best and emphasizes thorough finish and exclusive patterns limited to their house.
The State Board of Education visits Lowell to inspect sites for a new normal school. Col. Stoddard George H. Conley Agent Aldrich and Secretary Tillinghast arrived with Mayor Pickman and a reception committee. The party toured public buildings and maps before visiting multiple offered sites including Col. Allen's Rolfe Street residence.
Rumors fly as Aldermen meet Tuesday to name a replacement for Foss on the license commission. Citizens expect a Ward Four pick. Debate centers on whether Rice or Weaver will be chosen as the mayor weighs timing and the political optics.
The funeral of Sister Genevieve Marie Josenine Carney, who died yesterday at Notre Dame Academy, was held at St. Patrick's Church with a large crowd including many pupils. Fr Gleason led a solemn mass of requiem, with Fr Burke and Fr McDonough assisting, and Drs Johnson Leahy Sullivan Leary as bearers. Interment followed at the Catholic cemetery. The deceased was 27, a native of Lynn. Earlier, Patrick McDonald and Thomas F. Dwser were also buried from their homes to St Michael's Church and Catholic cemetery respectively, with requiem masses.
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