Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Norfolk Virginian in Norfolk, Virginia

Page 1

We have 3,124,248 pages in Virginia

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 18 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1896

Page

1

Charity for Bayard sparks British gift controversy

London readers debate Telegraph fundraising to buy a Christmas present for U.S. Ambassador Bayard. The Telegraph’s scheme draws protests from The Chronicle and others who warn it harms American opinion while noting discreet support from figures like Henry Irving and Dean Haigh. Officials and Bayard’s stance remain unclear amid diplomatic sensitivities.

The Sun Publishing Association London Unitedtates Cour of St. James Daily Telegraph Iisis Telegraph Chipples Bayard Tele Gaph Henry Irving Dean Ha’e America Teegraph Coudert Flower Potter Elliot Elay- Ward Telgraph Chronicle

Avery sad affair links NC deputy killer raid death

A telegram reports the death of Mr BE AL Mott a deputy collector for the Internal Revenue Department during a raid on a Wick distillery in North Carolina Western District He was a resident of Ashboro N C and beloved in his community Prof EL L MoM editor of the Christian Sun Raleigh was in the city for a Missionary Association when the message arrived He left for his father's home at midnight and is mourned by Eastern Virginia friends The Raleigh dispute cites he served as Randolph County sheriff for years and his death is widely noted by outlets in Luft vollk and Raleigh

Kview North Carolina Ory EL L. Mom The Christian Sun Raleigh N. C Missionary Association BE AL Monttt Internal Revenue Department Mott Ashboron N.C Moftt Seaboard Air Line Virginia Luftfollk Mont Randolph County

Work of St Andrew Brother hood aids seamen in Norfolk

The St Andrew chapter No. 240 of Norfolk's St Luke's Chapter engages in service to sailors by inviting them to worship on docks and aboard boats in the harbor. The effort, part of the Browh verted of St. Angleew movement, has proven fruitful and seeks donations of church papers for the new seamen ministry.

St. Angleew Hood St. Andrew Norfolk St. Luke's America Great Brotherhood

COL Colonel John R Fellows Dying From Serious Stomach Condition

Colonel John R Fellows remains in a semi delirious state after a malignant stomach ailment. No nourishment has passed his stomach for over a week. All sustenance has been delivered by injection and gastric content has been pumped out. Physicians fear he may not survive the night.

New York John QR. Fellows Jn

Wrecked schooner Nathan F P Cobb off Ormond Florida

The Life Saving Service learned that the schooner Nathan F. P. Cobb of Rockland Maine was wrecked off Ormond Florida in heavy seas. Six men were seen signaling for help. The nearest life saving station Jubilee Inlet, seventeen miles away, and boats and apparatus were dispatched by special train.

Washington Nathan FP. Cobb Rockland Ormond Fla Jubilee Inlet Traino

Message Ready As Cleveland Plans to Send to Congress

Washington December 6 The long prepared presidential message to Congress is completed. Secretary Herbert urges Congress to authorize three light draft battleships and twelve torpedo boats to guard southern coast harbors and supply routes. Navy expansion focuses on deep draft design and strategic Atlantic Gulf coast defense.

Baltimore Philadelphia New York United Associated Presses Congress Pruden Herberts Herbert Ruthorne Atlantic Pavannah Crunswheck Key West Tampa Pensacola Mobile Sercary Chan- Mier Conges Saya United States Navy United States Department Wade Ile

Bishop Keane Sails for Rome Amid Farewell in New York

Bishop Keane formerly rector of the Catholic University in Washington sails on La Bretagne toward Havre en route to Rome to fulfill dual roles representing Catholic America. Delegations from Washington Baltimore Philadelphia and New York bid him farewell on the pier as he departed amid cheers and prayers.

New York Keane Catholic University At Washington la Bretagne Havre Rome Propaganda and Congregation of Sacred Studies Baltimore Philadelphia Sylvester Malone Ooklyn University of New York Malone Tome America Keane Oes Monk Gishop Keane Wisher Tuehaly Walington Compris United States Murphy Greneral Vincrnt Morgan Bellamy Stover Thomas Shappan W. N. Roach North Dakota Thomas Carter Mon Girrigan Catholic Diversity J. Pawst St. John's Lev John Gloyss St. Mair Church James Mackin St. Paul's Church Pather Groyd Psther Mackin

Gunboats Launched in Bath While Newport and Vicksburg Spark City Festivities

Two thousand spectators witnessed the launching of the gunboats Vicksburg and Newport at Bath Iron Works. Mayors Trowbridge of Vicksburg and Newport's officials attended, with Addie Trowbridge and Miss La Farge christening the ships. The ceremonies included champagne, cheers, and city tours for guests.

Wicksburgs Newport Bath Der United States Santenns Vicksbure Tuth Iron Works Maiyor Oni Dermen Trowbridge Viclaburs Critzens Vicksburg Addie Trowbridge Vickabury M la Farge Commodore Perry Misa la Farge Psuvy Newport Cone Hathher Ig

Grand jury indicts Western Union officers for gambling ties

The Chicago grand jury charged officers of the Western Windom Telegraph company with indictments tied to gambling house involvements. State's Attorney Loomis refused to draw them, leading to court exchange and later reconsideration. Other local items note a fire destroying 500 cords of wood, a coal kettle accident, a lunacy commission finding a man sane, and various regional legal moves and meetings.

Chicago Dec Western Windom Teleraph Company FP. Lowery I. H L. Tubbs W. J. Lloyd W.R. Trolligan M. Mulford, Jr Western Union Company

Curse Still Holds in Fitzsimmons Court Fight

In San Francisco Dee twenty five out of court notes reveal Bob Fitzsimmons in Green ingears court over a $50 judgment against him in favor of Jimmy Carroll. Sharkey manager Dan Lynes testifies but is placed on Stand in his own defense as a garnisheed $10000 purse for a claim against Lynen. Court adjourns with no decisive action, Sharkey’s health improving. Fitzsimmons to return tomorrow for further examination as investigators seek to expose alleged crooked dealings by Australian backers.

San Francisco Dee Bob Fitzsimmons Justicer Green Ingears Jimmy Carrol Sharkey Dan Lynes Stone Lynch Vie Pitzsimmons Teotirat Montana Lynen Montiana Mizstirmons Wil Volr Jiulin Tt Bs Fitzsimmoans F Foner Fitz

Death of Mrs Julian D'Alton in Petersburg

Mrs Julian F D'Alton died suddenly at her home in Petersburg Va early this morning about a quarter to six She was a widow of Henry P Alton and was well known for charitable work at St Joseph's Catholic Church where two memorial windows were placed Her survivors include five children and several daughters in law and good friends in the community

Jovian Patton Ion Soualdenty Petersburg Dee Julian F. D'Alton Houy Henry P'Alton D' Alton Josepn Hulit D' Aton Evenshond Hersel Frank John Dyaton WV. Collins B.A. Bath James Walthall

Baxter Springs Bank Closure Hits Small Town

Baxter Springs Kansas reports the local bank closed its doors this morning and is now under the Deputy Bank Commissioner. Other items note dozen financial institutions reporting decreases in November and October earnings, a county bank assignment, and regional rail and court updates from across the country.

Levy store sale offers cheap leather goods and novelties

Levy ROS Modern Bargain Store advertises a holiday sale with leather purses, handbags, photo frames, locks, boxes, and imported atomizers at low prices. Major C T Picton of the Stare hotel in Denison praises Chamberlain's remedies for diarrhoea and dysentery, and President Cleveland approaches his 66th birthday two weeks after his term ends.

Enon Vienna Tae C.T. Picton Denison Tex Cleveland

Stand Up For Temas And The Texas Ship Controversy

A Virginia interview with Admiral Hanson discusses attacks on the TX ship Texas and the ongoing debate over government shipbuilding. He dismisses rumors that private builders harmed the vessel and defends government yards against critics tied to naval policy. The exchange highlights press speculation about ship seaworthiness and industry interests during wartime construction.

New York Texas Sones Prn Texas Ag Oreat Carrick Ural Raleigh Secretary of the Navy

Cassidy Knocks Out Connell In Minneapolis Fight

Minneapolis reports a sequestered bout last night where Pat Copnely fought John Cassidy. Cassidy delivered a decisive third round knockout leaving observers anxious about severe injuries and potential danger to Cassidy’s opponent.

Chasidy Connel Minneapolis Minn Pat Copnely John Cassidy Mi Cassidy

Pardoned in Washington for Citizenship Proceedings

Washington dispatch reports Frank J. Byas, sentenced in North Carolina to four years and six months in prison for jury-related offenses, pardoned by the Preautonty for the purpose of pursuing citizenship.

Washington Catleyto Frank J. Byas North Carolina

Bargain Lot at Wright's 196 Main Street

In a clearance sale at Wright's 196 Main Street new bargains abound. Featured items include 98c figured black trim, 18 inch Durkey red table fabrics, Ladies' seal plush jackets valued at 7.60, and Nottingham Lace curtains. Chenille table cloths and portieres offered at low prices as stock must be cleared.

Nottingham Menessa

Unclear listing on medicines and sales timing

Fragmentary notice describes selling medicines at a set price and mentions rental and advertising sheets. It references a dealer and buyers, with vague timing around Christmas and horses. The text is garbled and many details are unreadable.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Scneme Ambaesador Baggardine Britio Egypt Bismarrck Lelie Unio Bays Winall Wilairs Mr. Bayard Philips Merc Mansion House Journalista of Bayword Erith Caisse de la Dette Publique Prince Bismarck Prince Albert Wiliam Avery Joon R. Fellows Florida Simatior W. TH. Conk White House Conress Olney Senate House Youns Engineer Pacific Coast Yerba Beuna Adams Ilonolulu Germany Department of State H.C. Taylor Bee Naval War College Indiana It. C. Vanes J. R. Bartlett Puritan FL W. Dickens Naval Training Station Tuty Bureau of Navigation Aesistant Bureau Poloving J. McGowan Sta Thon R. T. Wasbrowck Bureau of Steam Engineering J. Yenty Brooklyn Marblehead New York Navy Opatra Bishop Ceane Sal LM McWinley League of Joep TH. Chome Leavid Th. I United States Senate Kern Mc.Kern Evand Sam Deaven Hutchinson Muteh-inson Richmond Kimmice Shore Charles City Stag Willian Burton William Cameron & Bro George Hackson Henderson Mitchell Roanoke Lynesburg Danville Newport News J. M. Hope Frank Cunningham Biks Poliee Perkinson Prince Googe Hamed Ellen Edwards Pitz Peterburg Baxter Springs Kas Baxter Springs Bank Olalmed Southern Railway Norfolk and Western Georgia Railroad Clinton Ienry County Culvard & Lewis Berlin North German Gazette Guenuin Chiveland Charleston Highlands New Orleans Carolinas Jacksonville Pla Judee Cuihha Stockton Gereral Plorida Times-Union Smith Gus Smith William Doyle Temas Admiral Brown POLI Waliga Veanola Forks Virginian Adam Brown Union Wright Sai Street Wright's Main Street New Nombe
Search Courier

Search the Norfolk Virginian Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Norfolk Virginian?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication