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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1897
Page
4
A collage of snippets mentions Spain Cuba policy, annexation debate, politicians Dubois Pettigrew and Hanwali, governors backing anti football sentiment, Van Wyck snub, McKinsey trust policy, militia calls in Kentucky, a Chicago Congress race, Weyler’s reception in Spain, and various international observations including Ambassador Hay and Tammany revival concerns.
A court martial finds Captain Lov ing guilty of brutal conduct toward Private Hammond at Port Sheridan. The ruling condemns mistreatment of subordinates and supports disciplined enforcement without tyrannical violence.
The article reports a dispute around President McKinley and a sculptor tasked with creating his bust. Officials claim limited viewing hours for visitors while critics ask why funds and time were not redirected to pressing public concerns.
Baltimore News quotes Mr. N. Z. W. LeOito of Philadelphia explaining Cobb's Island submergence as land sinking rather than waves. He cites gradual inland loss from Maine to Florida and forecasts Virginia’s Accomac and Northampton counties will largely vanish in five hundred years.
The writer criticizes the Philadelphia Press editor for biased Southern coverage. It argues Lindley’s claim of cheap Southern land and the notion settlers are driven out are incorrect, urging fairness and acknowledgment of Southern hospitality and political liberty.
Secretary Sherman sent a note to Ambassador White asking to ascertain Germany's aims in Taytland. The issue concerns a single subject arrested in Taytland and demands for indemnity. The government says there is no cause for alarm and Germany should comply with reasonable demands if lawful.
Cautioning against meddling in disputes of minor nations drawing European powers into trouble. The speaker warns involvement leads to hot water and unintended consequences for broader interests.
A collage of political scorn and currency debate. References include Col Jack Obinn in Kentucky sixth district and reactions from Chicago Herald Cincinnati Commercial Tribune and New York papers. Mentions Secretary Sherman wedding gossip and anti trust sentiments framed as urgency in monetary reform debates.
Miss Nellhome Thomas of Teston decorates and travels to Malvern, then starts a memorial effort. Lord Dilvridge is elected president of University College Tandon, succeeding Sir Richard Webster. Colonel John Ford, noted fighter and Texas figure, dies in San Antonio at 82, a South Carolina native. Dr John Piske dismisses the Newman rumor at Harvard University. Cecil Rhodes writes to Bulawayo about extending railway to Zambezi and exploiting coal fields.
Fashion notes describe Empire style garments with flowing lines and fullness. The article highlights a brown cloth theme, rolling box-platt back and side plaits, Tofavetti collar braid, and box-plaited sleeves, with hats trimmed in fur and silk.
Direct buying cuts costs on heavy plain fabric Bults and heavy winter tweed suits. Four Ninety Seven line offers stylish four button single breasted coats in sizes 34 to 42. Hundreds of well dressed men wear these bargains seen as walking advertisements for value.
Bargains across boys suits storm coats overcoats and childrens garments feature patterns with durable stitching double knees and hip pockets. Prices range from 1.98 to 3.00 for many items with better values claimed on wool suits and Astrachan reefers for children.
Readable sections advertise discounted men's and boys woolen suits and pants from Burk & Co. The copy touts quality wool fabrics, ready to wear outfits, and low prices across multiple suit lines and sizes for men and children, urging shoppers to compare value and visit the store.
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