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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1896
Page
6
There are deep price cuts on summer items and silks from the Umstadter purchase. Looming specials include ladies ready made suits at 1.69, linen colored suits at 1.67, quilt reductions to 99c, boys blouses 33c, and various pillow cases and stockings priced affordably. Photos not included.
Ragged game at League Park draws crowds as Norfolk-Portsmouth clash ends with controversy. Chandler knocked out early, Plawmiller wild yet effective, and ONeill introduces Ladies Day with free admission for women on Mondays. Lynchburg, Roanoke, Danville, and Richmond results noted with multiple errors and late-inning twists.
Nuremberg August 8 The last but one round of the International chess tournament produced mixed results with Weber and others in contention while Wie Plasved backed by royalty led the field. The final round is scheduled for Monday with many candidates remaining in the race.
Chicago August 1896 Moore Gres brokers who collapsed in the Diamond Match crisis received a cablegram that might have averted the Chicago Stock Exchange failure if timely. From Director Gorge Smith of the Diamond Match Company the note stated Moore Bros should secure a deal with Linender Bank of Austria, claiming it would prevent the stock decline.
An 1900s style advisory urges awareness of rupture causes and urge timely treatment. It warns neglect worsens outcomes and promotes available trusses from American and English makers. The notice cites consultations at 6 Main Street Norfolk VA and Room 9.
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