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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1896

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Bryan Train Tour Across Indiana and Ohio Draws Wide Praise

William Jennings Bryan continues a brisk touring schedule through Indiana and Ohio. Crowds greet him at Valparaiso Fort Wayne and Lima, with thousands cheering as his train pauses. A platform collapse near Delphos causes alarm but no injuries and Bryan quips that a steadier platform would invite more handshakes. The candidate plans a quiet day ahead to conserve his voice for a New York speech.

South Alcana Bryan Valparaiso Ind Mr. Bryan Hon. Z. C. Skern Indiana Fort Wayne Incescanthy Pittsburg Iowa New York Munroeville Tod Mayo MelkKintey Dinon van Wert Tiryan Mc Bryan Wosperch Thomas Gahan Inois William Prentiss Chicago J.G. Johnson Kansas John A A. Creighton Atarione Nebras Blage Mrs. Bryan Limo

Bryan Speaks Across Ada and Dunkirk in August Tour

Upper Sandusky reports crowds cheering as William Jennings Bryan visits Ada and Dunkirk after passing LaFayette. He greets about a thousand in Ada, thanks local officials, urges study of money questions, and urges voters to choose what they believe is right amid a long campaign.

Upper Sandusky LaFayette Bryan Ada Bryan Was Very Hearty and He and Mrs. Noyvan Mr. Bryan Bryan Fially Lelhr Ada Normal School Lethr Jie Ryan Washington Theneam Dunkirk Durbin State Democratic Committee Pople

Pittsaberg Welcomes Bhyan After Arrival in Town

Bhyan arrived to night to a vivid reception in Pittsburg Ane. The crowd cheered as the visitor entered, with excitement described as among the most carnival like ever given to a visiting figure.

Pittsburg Ane. W Mr. Bhyan

Notification event at Madison Square Garden set for next week

New York Aug 10 At Democratic National headquarters many callers discussed the notification meeting at Madison Square Garden next Wednesday night. Governor Stone of Missouri is expected to deliver the speech and Senator Jones to call the meeting to order. Danforth will preside and Jones plans arrival from Washington. A national committee meeting is set for tomorrow at the Pitts Avenue hotel where Jones will announce his executive committee to lead the campaign.

New York Imocratic National Guite Wrenenter St. John Wax Dney Gyper Madison Square Garden Governor Stone Missouri Senator Jones Hott Danforth Washington Pith Avenue Hotel Jones Annouce Wkelihood Ryan Sewall Rankwe

Virginia political machine split between Norfolk and Richmond

Sunday's New York Herald notes a split campaign setup with headquarters in Richmond and a dual State Committee led by Colonel Lam. Key figures include William Lamb, James Brady, George Bowden, James Walker, E. W. Strother and others shaping the campaign structure. Death notices honor William Henry Sparrow, son of Eliza Sparrow, buried at Bute Street M. F. Church. mother thanks friends for aid and sympathy.

Norfolk Richmond Repli Special Campaign Committee Lam New York Herald Virginia Napoleon B. Scott William Lamb George F. Bowden James Strother Scott Marfolk James D. Brady Petersburg George J. Bowden James A. Walker B. Carney Parke Agnew E. W. Strother Waddill William Henry Sparrow Eliza Sparrow Ohi Street Bute Street Hew Market

Eight Days Sea Drill Fleet Arrives at Old Point Virginia

The North Atlantic squadron left New York eight days ago for a fleet drill and rendezvoused at Hampton Roads before arriving at Old Point Sunday at 4 pm. Admiral Bunce led ships including New York Maine Massachusetts Texas Colomboia Newark Cincinnati and more. The cruise featured evolutions, target practice, and steady speed as officers praised the exercise and the harbor’s bustle grew with visitors.

North Atlantic New York Bay Hampton Roads Old Point Cape Henry Capes Stars and Stripes Admiral Bunce Ser Wies New York Fagehip Massachusetts Iachina Maine Columbia Newark Cineinaati Texas Norfolk Navy Yard Te Trilser Raleigh New England Harmpton Roads Tonplainsville Cmisers Hampton Dreads Indiana Newport News Lambent Hanlon Nouls Speal- Hig Francis M. Bunce John Schouler Hugo Osterhaus Jeutenaant Charles C. Marsh NEW York Ae Rate Plagship Winfield S. Schley Duncan Kennedy Wainwright Kellogs Jesse M. Roper John F Parker Thomas M. Bramby Jiunior Homer Poundstone Frank K. Hill Leon Thomson Wilfred V. Powelson John L. Sticht Alfred A. McKethan Tne Irvin VW. Guilis David Sellers Vrovoost Babin Ernest L. Stennett Charles Rockwalter Arthur Chester John V. Kieoman James B. Sands Allibone Willian HH. Drkves Oswitt W. Lowry James M. Sheim William L. Burdick John A. Daugherty John

Andon Vessel to Archive, Washington, Avg

The battle ship Massachusetts slated to participate in naval maneuvers as part of an Allied fleet drill. Orders revoked previously to permit her movement to a port for torpedo exercises, with plans for joint exercises involving other battleships and destroyers in a broader Atlantic campaign.

Washington Massachusetts Sen

Norfolk shooting case sparks denials and legal threats

A twinned controversy envelops the Society for the Prevention of Ari wliy to Aniinnadenied Peerticntarty amid claims by PM Moore and associates. Witnesses describe the fatal shooting of a horse at a Norfolk firm, while attorneys vow to pursue suit against the society, promising a detailed stock exhibit and court battles.

Marien Vestelcon Transtotompany Society For the Prevention of Ari Wliy Moore Harriton Gel Marriaon Hierisan Macure Mather Viv Nutde Dourd

Seabourn Air Line to Run Special Train from Atlanta

The Seabourn Air Line plans a special train from Atlanta on Suitor Day to Ocean View Virginia Beach and Old Point with round trip fares of 10.20 dollars to Ocean View, 105 dollars to Virginia Beach, and 10.7 dollars to Old Point. Tickets valid ten days from sale. Sale also advertised at Johnston China with lamps at cost.

Geenan Seabourn Air Line Atlanta Suitor Adeleh Durham and Hammerman

Bryan and Sewall Club Forms in Virginia Meeting

Prominent Democrats gathered at Hotel Woodstock parlors to form a Bryan and Sewall Club supporting silver. Julius P. Saunders chaired as temporary president with Dr. C. L. Charters elected permanent chairman. committees were named to draft by laws and coordinate campaign efforts for the November election.

Wmdstone Bryan and Sewall Julius P. Saunders C. L. Charters W. H. Wobs I. V. Newhon Aml Virginia Beyan Seweall Ne- Vesteer Ge Ter Ieud Julian T. Saunders S01 Demporary Or. Charters Moiho Vic V. Newton Webster Newton Saunders Wien Hiryan Sreowall Neliieal Eimpaien Elict Am Sodia Olib Commiotee Aryan Sewad Fertston Hmiushes Cretien Charlote Jiliue T Saunders Charters Messrs Julius T. Saunders J. FP. Groves BE. V. Newton Vollia T. Saunders George 5Ker John N. Wilkinson James S. Ahoves George W. Vancey Bilaha Trimmel Chen New York Seahoard Air Line At- Naik

Turp Cotton Crof Wreahington August W-Index of July cotton condition

The August report from the Department of Agriculture shows a drop in cotton condition in July from 2.5 to x09, with last year at 77 percent, the lowest August average. State measures: Virginia 86, North Carolina 1%, South Carolina 88, Georgia 92, Florida 44, Alabama 99, Mississippi 75, Louisiana 70, Texas 60, Arkansas 65, Tennessee 88. Drought and heat caused damage, especially on bottom lands. some Georgia areas reported fine condition and potential full yield. Widespread drought extended across Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, with premature ripening and bloom noted in several counties. Some Texas counties reported good wood condition and average yield, though districts hit by drought suffered. Overall cotton belt shows stressed conditions and early planting effects.

Wreahington Mississippi Loulassana Texas Arkansas Tennessee Virginia North South Carolina Mhoddy Georgia Lucke Alabma Lowisiana Arhagens Hany Bone Dennettt

Collision at Colaba: Passengers Dead in Last Night’s Train Crash

A night train crash near Colaba left many dead and seriously injured. Eyewitnesses said the locomotive failed to stop at a curve with carriages thrown from their mounting, some passengers leaping to escape. Rescue teams found bodies along the ditch as fear and confusion spread.

Laneavten Colaba Deloulke Jombin Columbia Wags

Agricultural Department reports mixed crop conditions in August

Washington August 10 The Department of Agriculture August report shows overall grain and crop improvements from July figures though spring wheat and oats declined. State scores vary with Michigan Illinois Wisconsin Minnesota and others posting different condition levels. Tobacco and European plain crops also noted with wheat expected to meet average.

Heatwave Looms Over City As Temperatures Surge

Intense heat grips the city with temperatures rising over 100 degrees in shade. Crowds seek relief at Ocean View, Virginian beach, and City Park as steamboats ferry visitors to nearby hikes. Weather officials promise relief before Wednesday. Reports of heat related deaths and numerous prostrations among workers and animals accompany the scorching conditions.

Jona Occean View City Park Buren Burrow Rex Mercury Atlantic City Brandleton James Nachanan James Smith Baker Newton

Five Die in Delaware River Boat Tragedy Near Gridesburg

Five persons drowned last night in the Delaware river near Gridesburg suburb when a row boat overturned during a gale. authorities reported the accident occurred close to shore and the victims were residents of Philadelphia.

Philadelphia Delaware River Gridesburg

Peaston's Cloning Out Sale of Fine Lawn and White Gooiuls

Bargain sale at 172 Main Street offers lawns and white goods at deep discounts. Prices quoted include pine lawns at low cents and white goods starting near four pence, with blankets promoted as half price. WM. N. PORTLOCK, trustee, advertises through Levy Bros for the sale of blankets and dry goods in winter clearance.

Peaston’s India WM. N. Portlock R. A. Saunders Aus Main Street

Sound Money and Silver in a midsummer sale

The article promotes silver purchases claiming a solution to the silver question via a sale at The Casket. Readers urged to visit Greanwood & Bro for sterling silver wares including spoons tea sets bowls and similar items at reduced prices, with emphasis on continued public debate over sound money.

Bheing Greanwood & Bro Sven

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