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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1897
Page
4
A 1597 era note discusses France preparing to block American products and annexation of Hawaii, while Spain faces a Cuba autonomy question. A Hawaii protest voyage to Washington and Dupon de Lome’s satisfaction frame regional tensions. The Boston Post envisions telegraph expansion linking towns and boosting national life.
The Virginia Legislature convened with John F. Ryan chosen Speaker and H. T. Wicktham elected Senate president. The Governor's message was read. A United States Senate seat and several state offices will be filled, with races for Superintendent of Public Instruction and Keeper of the Penitentiary drawing interest. The body aims to cut state expenses, reform governance, and tackle the oyster question and election law amendments.
Governor O Ferrall's message to the General Assembly lauds improving health and enterprise in Virginia. He urges broad advertising of state resources, calls for strict anti lynching measures, favors death as a jury penalty for certain crimes, and promotes a modern penitentiary. He praises public schools, flags state expenditures, and proposes a joint committee to review treasury items and a large tax on fertilizer sales.
The dispatch outlines a governor’s report criticizing taxation of oyster grounds and urging reform. It notes 1596-97 oyster revenues of 29 985.20 and expenditures of 41 003.43, calls for policy changes, supports veterans and widows, proposes election law changes and a frank summary of the governor’s tenure and stubborn resolve.
The Telmentor line presents a graceful figure with a basque tint and velvet belt. New costumes mix stylish two seam sleeves and standing collars with frog ornaments and braid trim. Alpine hats in matching color complete the ensemble, crafted for Lutterick Publishing Co.
The text argues rheumatism cannot be cured by liniments or external treatments and that only pure blood can prevent or eradicate the disease. It claims acids causing rheumatism are absent in rich blood and asserts external applications fail, with the condition worsening yearly if untreated.
Fragmentary notice from Atlanta Georgia references a Swift's segment and a free boris related item. Names and exact actions are unclear, but the text suggests a local trade or service listing with entities including Swift's and a Georgia location. Further readable details are sparse.
A Norfolk store advertises heavy plain fabrics and stylish designs for men, exposing a wide range of suits from $28 to $-plus prices. It touts durable construction, various cuts, and new patterns for men boys and children with emphasis on value, fit and steady supply.
An advertisement proclaims Irivin's Express Company at No 23 Water Street as the citys largest and most complex outfit for mauling anything with work solicited. It claims employment of horses for hire and invites workers for hire.
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