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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1895
Page
4
A mash of editorials and dispatches notes Southern Republican nerves over a coming presidential nominating fight. Frye of Maine cited a canal act, Gorman to retire, Reed favored short sessions, and Speaker Reed's grip questioned. The column surveys party moods, with scattered anecdotes from New York to Galveston and hints of looming strategy.
The Washington Post notes a migration of farmers from the Northwest to the South drawn by mild climate and diverse farm products. The South welcomes these newcomers, viewing their settlement as beneficial, while European immigration is seen as less desirable but potentially helpful if managed well.
The Mobile Register questions a new Force Bill, arguing it would be as obnoxious as the Lodge bill and unlikely to pass. It notes that Republicans held power but might abandon attempts to saddle the country with such a measure. Washington Post comments urge caution about predicting party demise and emphasize the vitality of the Democratic Party amid shifting political fortunes.
Despite reservations the prophecies may proceed as harmless entertainment during the country’s amusement period. The line notes they offer diversion rather than danger and can continue without impacting public affairs.
A rapid montage notes Salvation Army envoy to Congress and Gladstone editing 200000 letters from varied readers. It mentions New York Confederate veterans parade plans, Margaret Mather’s $100000 divorce settlement, Reed reforms, a Washington dispatch about Republican Congressmen, a back injury case of T J Wiley, few Victoria Cross decorations, a Bible edition with negro angels art, and John L Dawson seeking divorce to resume his original name after a failed marriage.
A mixed batch of brief items notes Joseph Jefferson and Cleve land declining third terms, royal photographers and duchesses named, Faure to wear Golden Fleece, Herbert Spencer’s early career, A K Ward’s arrest in Livingston, Mrs Alva Vanderbilt sued for 600, Duke of Meshborough’s vast claim, Henry Menler’s Anticost purchase, Lewis Lates the wealthiest Chicagoan, Prof Dyehe’s Arctic dash, and a grim portrait of Korea’s King as a troubled ruler.
A fragmentary verse extols shared moments with a beloved partner. Vivid imagery of sunset, distant ships, moonlight, and laughter frames a perfect night. The speaker finds truth and rightness in being with her.
Advertises men s suits in Cheviots Worsteds and Cassimeres in various styles and fabrics with samples in the window. Highlights include single and double breasted sacks three button cutaways and up to date patterns. Overcoats feature blue chinchilla meltons beavers and kerseys with velvet collars and fine trimmings.
Boys knee pants suits in dark blue tricots with double breasted jackets reinforced seats and riveted buttons. All wool dark tweed cassimere suits with wear resisting knee and seat components. Storm over coats in heavy double weight materials priced at 4.80.
Advertises 36 men's hats in gray and brown fedoras and derbies. Notes good looking, well made headgear with odd sizes and big bargains. Mentions prices around 1.95 to 3 dollars and promotions for Filly hats and other styles.
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