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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1897

Page

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Turbulent Prague unrest as troops quell mob violence

City authorities and unions form a vigilance committee amid violent clashes in Prague. Regiments reinforce the garrison, a military court is set up, and rioters clash with officers in Pilsen and surrounding towns as authorities seek to restore order during a severe winter.

Pong Der Ve Lohemdan National Students’ Assocition Workmen's Society Stadthalter Vigihinee Dragos Jage Pilsen Beraum Mymsn Prague Ciermisntia Cmt Wendie Piadido Cermians Gablong Vienna Garmans Baron von Cerne Pny

Sole Survivor From Treacherous Voyage Described In Patchwork Tale

Fragmentary OCR report recounts a sole survivor from a crew, four days without food or water, after a voyage near London. The piece, torn and garbled, mentions Mortamberl yale shire and a greyhound sable trotting, with phrases about a patch from Toth and a rotocolm.

London Pateh Toth Yale Shire

Sinking of Ketch Mud in North Sea fatalities and rescue

A North Sea incident left the Ketch Mud lost with the captain and SHLMAN washed overboard. The vessel lost sails, a crewman died of exposure after refuge in the rigging, and a survivor drifted four nights and three days without food or water before rescue. He is now in hospital.

North Sea Fies

New York couple held in diamond smuggling case

Emanuel J. Lasar and his wife Josie Dean, both of New York, are jailed in $5,000 bail on accusations they smuggled diamonds worth $100,000 into the United States. Diamonds were found at Max J. Lasar’s Malden Lane office and elsewhere, with examinations set for December 11. Authorities say the Lasars are key figures in a larger smuggling ring.

New York Ile Sa Sure Cave Agius the Basie Emanuel J. Lusar Sloan United States Shields Max J. Lasar Malden Lane Dr. Lasar Jos Dean Tidwell Laser Thw Marx J Lamesa Mas J. Doavene Max Lovet Suriigs

Fragments Describe Shipping Sinking in Unclear Text

Scrambled OCR notes mention a vessel and crew with names like Joey and Dee, hinting at a maritime incident. The illegible text references a French area, Bordeaux, and a vessel sinking during a period of Wakees or Hormtnax events, but key facts remain unreadable.

Bordeaux Dee Petro Joeopitie Eolstan Joey

Review of Trade and Industry Press in Healy Goudtions

The weekly review surveys the woolen and cotton industries, noting foreign competition and the impact of low cotton prices on dustey markets. It reports November liabilities at 11,610,000 and discusses rail and railway spending, wheat exports, and general trade conditions with figures for shipments and values.

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Unclear Text Highlights Government and Military Actions

Fragmented OCR summary describing a mix of government officials, military movements, and diplomatic mentions. Mentions Secretary of State, a premier, and port operations with references to ships and overseas events. Details are unclear and many names appear garbled.

Death of Teens Sparks City Outcry After Vehicle Crash

A local tragedy prompts urgent calls for safer streets after a fatal collision involving teenagers. Officials investigate factors including speed and road design as residents demand accountability and preventive action.

Fragmented Caucus Rant Amid Virginia Debate

A long, garbled account references a divided caucus and mentions nominees and commissions. It notes discussions on constitutional conventions, committees, and state electors, with repeated names and places blurred beyond recognition.

Local political ad and party slate mixed with names

Fragmented OCR listing appears to present a political advertisement or slate with numerous names, candidates, and affiliations. The readable elements include mentions of Democratic and other party entries, with multiple individuals and organizations partially legible, suggesting a campaign or ballot-related notice.

Insurgents’ Cuban leaders listed by state department

Washington reports Cuban insurgent leaders named in a list dated October 20. Key figures include Tartolo Marsot Vise Premal Domingsy Mendez Capote and government ministers Jose Allman Ernesto Fent Andres Morena de la Torre Manuel Silvaz General-in-Chief Maximo Gomez and Lt General Calixto Garcia. State Department says the note is informal and not an official communication.

Washington De“o Cuba Ted Senders Yaga Parto Hep Tartolo Marsot Vise Maximo Gomez Calixto Garcia State Department Ceneral Fee Havana

Congress Seems Set to Do Little in Coming Session

The Virginian reports widespread belief that Congress will be largely inactive this session. Apart from possible passage of appropriation bills and Hawaii annexation talk, major actions on currency, Cuba, and consular appointments are unsure, with Groner and President McKinley in focus.

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Griggs Dec. 3 Report on Nomination and Authority

Washington dispatch reports confusion over Attorney General’s authority and possible Senate action as Kenna is considered for the United States Supreme Court seat and Justice Field teeters between acceptance and political pressure from the vice president.

Washington Ft 13 Kenna United States Supreme Bene Ceed Justice Field Pee ‘Heen Guiggs

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