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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1896
Page
4
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A mosaic of 1896 era notes covers silver and gold production figures, political chatter on Mr Black and Governor races, Democratic and Populist fusions, currency standings by country, Daudet’s Southern ties, and a New York Raines law test case on meeting rooms in saloons. It sketches economic and political murk, with views from journals like New York Sun and Augusta Chronicle.
The Norfolk Democratic gatherings condemned the ward meetings called by the City Executive Committee to pick a new executive committee. Voters, under five hundred of the five hundred eighty five hundred referenced, faced criticism as organizers blamed old ring rule and demanded free fair expression under primary laws.
Ex-Governor Cameron warned at Richmond that goal of the gold Democrats is to defeat Bryan rather than elect McKinley. Split among gold supporters and third ticket backers fuels uncertainty about кемing unity. Democrats in Virginia face the choice as debate sharpens before the convention.
The Wanamaker speech in Storlton Ma Wednesday night drew Philadelphia Record criticism for not sticking to the silver issue and urging focus on tariff and finance. The paper argues the Republicans must hammer the tariff first and leave money issues for later to strengthen their position in November.
The Virginian argues that Bryan acted within his rights to speak publicly before nomination, citing past presidents who spoke before and after their nominations. It brushes aside the Pittsburg Dispatch claim that presidential candidates must not travel for speeches, and ends with a parable about a magistrate who refused argument.
The attorney tried to quote the law from a book but the magistrate claimed his unit was comprised. He acknowledged the point then said he would read Blackstone to mock the judge. The Virginian notes a wish to cite newspapers differing with the Dispatch but sees little use.
A compilation notes that many eastern and western cities rely on health boards to guard milk. It cites enemies of adulterated milk and argues for rigorous source testing and barn-to-family inspections. It also cites Charleston and Augusta opinions doubting current inspections and Virginia's lack of statewide city milk inspections.
A jumble of brief items notes Tyles Verne alias Olehewihts from Warsaw, Sir Edwin Arnold’s extensive Telegraph output, Miss Ella Hepworth Dixon warning on smoking among well bred English women, Miss Stewart of Daluisce’s death in Nainburgh and her recollections of Sir Walter Scott. Also reports Enden Brodle of the Salvation Army in India jailed seven years for homicide, and Dr. Ilayea C. French in San Francisco adopting knickerbocker pulpit garb for evangelistic preaching with Y M C A helmet motif.
Oregon reports gold and silver tonnage while Mulhall cites highway miles in the Tinland States. Count von Blumenthal, 86, embarks on a stone tour of Sweden and Norway. London says £200,000 from Bold is bound for America. The era starts 1 January 4714 Julian, with minor date shifts. A quip decries a homely girl. The top six shipping cities are listed as London, Liverpool, Hull, Marseilles, New York, San Francisco.
A Cleveland Leader verse imagines a distant paradise where the sky stays blue the sails gleam over the bay and friends remain true. It paints a serene land where cool waters soothe roamers rest and lambs play while busy townsfolk idle away in leisure without strife.
Albany dispatch notes Democratic sentiment shifting to Senator Hill in favor of Bryan and silver. Dinner at Wolfert’s Roost strengthens Hill’s pro Bryan stance, with locals predicting Hill will lead his district delegation to the Buffalo convention. Logan’s critique of silver coins echoed amid Western farming distress and Wall Street finance fears.
A compilation of editorials from New York Recorder through Baltimore Star praising McKinley’s acceptance letter. Reports emphasize its clarity on currency, tariff, and sound money, noting its calm exposition and persuasive argument against silver inflation. Strong praise from multiple papers signals broad support and trust in the proposed financial program.
The piece notes Bryan traveling across the country, highlighting political themes and a rising silver craze. It frames Bryan as a central figure in national politics, with mentions of land, the White House, and public attention as he tours. Old editorial voice emphasizes momentum and national interest.
Navy blue men’s sack suits in square or round cut available in all sizes up to 4. Samples are in the west window. Priced to attract attention, with emphasis on money-saving purchase of a good suit and better service in wearing apparel.
Bargain notice announces a stock relief sale on boys knee pants in neat dark designs. Prices set at twenty three cents reflecting a limited offer intended to clear inventory. Offer emphasizes weight suitable for all seasons and aims to attract shoppers with bold pricing.
A newspaper brief notes sturdy corduroy boys knee pants offered at a sale price of twenty nine cents, standard dollar value worldwide. The low price aims to convert inventory quickly with solid, serviceable product lines.
Bargain time offers xtra heavy black cheviot knee pants for boys at 37 cents. Describes dressy neat look and durable fabric. Limited stock while supplies last.
Fifty per cent less than actual value announced for the Hoy's brown duck suits. Sizes range two to come quickly for interested buyers. Price reduced to seventy three cents.
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