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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1897

Page

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Disturbing News From India Frontier and Diplomacy

London dispatch reports four cabinet councils in one week as Salisbury tackles issues in India France Nile dispute and British plans. Major military withdrawal on frontier. Peary praised by Associated Press. Royal Windsor meetings with Colonel and Mrs Hay mark diplomatic notes.

Associated Press Linden Eng Marquis of Salisbury France Great Britain Germany Albion China St James Nile Khartoum Cape Town Suez Wiliam Lockhart Bara Valley Mins India Ile Dia Bart of Joseph Chamberlain War Office Marquis of Peary Nansen Hay Marquis of Saulsbury Windsor United States Maw

A Stranger in New York at the Academy of Music

Hoyt's latest comedy A Stranger in New York announces tomorrow night at the Academy of Music with seats 25 50 75 cents and 1. Eugenie Blair will perform Tuesday to Wednesday with The New Magdalene Camille and Gala Ten Temptations on the way. The Twelve Temptations by Charles H Yale opens next Friday with lavish production noted by the St. Louis Democrat. Star Theatre Norfolk Opera House opens on the 20th with The Little Officer. Downing's Ingomar and Samson receive praise and praise for the company performances at the Academy of Music.

Hoyt New York Linkme Wright York Chinatown Erenter Academy of Music Eugenie Blair Miss Blair Camille Charles H. Yale the Hagan Charles H Yale Yale Star Theatre Norfolk Opera Mersrs. Homans, Goendhal & Co Mise Corn van Tassell Ingomar Samson Robert ‘Downing Ingemma Downing Norfolk Hla Samson Salyani Academy Uotor

Undisclosed statements after Morris interview in murder case

United States District Attorney W. Mum declined to discuss a published interview with Mr P J Morris counsel for Heos furg Lynn iand De Barriel of the crew of the Ollye pe. Morris was quoted as saying there was light there were on chances that the men's cases would never tone Totral and that John Andersen charged with the murder of the wife of the shipboard mate would not be denied a Blishyy.

United States Wil Mum OT. White P. J. Morris Heosfurg Lynn Iand de Barriel Ollye Pe Morris John Andersen Boayebr

Early Wind's Makers Advertise for Success and Quality

A discussion on advertising boosting business highlights Stewart and Wani maker in Winston, N C, and claims that prominent advertisers built large operations. The piece praises Howes & Co for pushing Early Wind products and notes their Piedmont factory sourcing high quality tobacco leaf and premiums.

Nuick Stewart Wanimaker Marshal Pield Robert Nonner PH. Hann & Co Winston Early Wind Koods Howes & Co C O Dheir Miedmont Ett Old North Wanes & Co

Defiant Commander Faces Removal in Confederate Veterans Inquiry

Richmond VA December 11 1997 the Grand Camp Confederate Veterans History Committee report calls for removing Grand Commander James Stubbs from the History Committee amid findings that his conduct and associations compromise the group. The inquiry found no evidence reflecting on other members and notes Stubbs’s refusal to resign while appealing to the advisory council and Virginia public for vindication.

Richmond Grand Camp Confederate Veterans' History Committee James N. Stubbs James H. Stubbs Greal Grand Camp of Wirkinks Confederate Veterans of Advisory Council Virginia Micatah C. K. Morgan W. A. Smoot Washington Taylor Berryman Green Swworthy Stubbs Brant Menna Malaga el & Co

Seaboard Southern Settlement Details Surface

The Baltimore Steamers will not be discontinued and negotiations between Seaboard Air Line and Southern Railway are nearly complete. Rumors say the new Lay Line steamers won’t serve the Hartimore Norfolk run or local traffic, but confirmation is unavailable. Local truckers fear rate hikes while merchants hope higher costs curb Baltimore competition.

Baltimore Seaboard Air Line Southern Railway Hartimore

German and American affairs loom in Berlin weekly digest

Berlin dispatch summarizes German policy toward China and the Haytian question, noting Von Buelow’s stance and the emperor's limited role. It reports Russia’s opposition to a permanent German occupation of Kiao-Chau Bay and hints at shifting Reichstag views on the naval bill. The piece ends with a local ad for Diggs' toy and confectionery headquarters.

Associated Press Berlin Haytein Tart Au Prince China Pekin Jia Ching Baron Voullelking Duron von Buelow Porelen Aale Relehstag Ver Buelow von Buelow LeOcpeing Athler Russi Kine-Cihau Bay Germany St. Petersburg United States Tbs Washington Germany's Opening Ching To Elvnization. Butiren von Maelew Deutsche Zeitung United State Hayti von Buelow Witldraw America William Ger- Ma Beichstag Palia

Duts Promises Wide Doll Stock at 244 Main Street

Mr Duts touts the largest varied pouda stock this season and invites customers to view a vast assortment of toys and sweets at 244 Main Street. He offers talking and crying dolls and other unique items, promising pleasure and personal demonstrations even if you do not buy.

Mr. Duts Bhn Main Street

United Charities Appeal Envelopes Distributed in Norfolk

The Norfolk United Charities announce distribution of contribution envelopes with a membership pledge attached. Envelopes will be given by police officers on Monday and Tuesday December 11 and 12, with collections on Friday and Saturday December 17 and 18.

United Charities WIM Norfolk Midster Ithe Ely Mth Norfolk United Chatitins John L. Roper

W. C. T. U. Convention In Berkeley District Session

The W. C. T. U. District Convention will meet Thursday the 16th in the Christian church, Berkeley. Morning session focuses on quarterly reports, afternoon Y’s conference from 2:10 to 4:30, and an evening program with two minute reports, solos, and short addresses by Revs. R. J. Bancher and Quincy Lee Morrow. The public is invited to attend.

Berkley Christian Church R. J. Bancher Quincey Lee Morrow

Norfolk collision injures barge and steamship

Norfolk report details a collision between the barge C Co Chapman from Norfolk to Hoboken and the steamship State of Nebraska from New York to Glasgow. The Chapman ripped the steamship’s bowsprit, causing the Nebraska to return to dock with extensive damage including a long stretch of deck superstructure torn away.

Norfolk C. Co. Chapman Hoboken S. C Eo- Malon Ahun Line State of

New Year Reception and Evangelist Sermon in Norfolk

The Social Committee of the Young Men's Christian Association plans a larger New Year reception reflecting the association's traditions. Rev. Dr. H. S. Broughton, leading the revival at Park Avenue Baptist Church, will preach at the Academy of Music this afternoon at 3:30 on the theme If Christ Should Come to Norfolk.

H Men's Christian Association Young SY Christ Norfolk Broughton Park Avenue Academy of Musics

State Assembly Passes Back Taxes Suspension Bill

In Richmond Virginia the State Assembly approved a bill to suspend the law allowing delinquent bonds to be sold for back taxes, signaling a potential easing of tax enforcement. The measure moves to the Senate for concurrence as lawmakers push reforms.

Richmond Deo State Assembly

Sensation over Lee and Stubbs investigation in Virginia

Reported allegations that Fitzhugh Lee instigated charges against Grand Commander James W. Stubbs provoke denials. The Young Men's Business Association pushes ordinances to remove vagrants to rock piles and cleaning, amid political currents and court notes.

Virginian Wehmound Fitzhugh Lee James W. Stubbs Stubbs Hrander Othors Tee Thomas. S. Martin George J. Hundley Martin Ely Richmond Charles W. Godwin Chancery Court of Richmond Lamb Mrr Charles Saville John WW. Dannel Club Garda Tyler Jo W. Daniel Atternee O'Worrall Rene Clara “Wyalberg Urbanna

Hatter Offers Hats Umbrellas and Gloves at No 47 Main

Hrisimnasa presents Jack Oliver the hatter invites the public to inspect his selection of hats umbrellas and gloves suited for Xmas gifts. Every hat comes with a silver mark and two or three initials engraved. Visit at 47 Main Street.

Hrisimnasa Jack Oliver Calla Ares Main Street

Tinle Jewelry Co Promises Low Diamonds and Watches

The Tinle Jewelry Co offers diamonds and watches at unprecedented low prices with a complete assortment for Christmas gifts. Dr Week has not yet returned but is expected soon to renew prescriptions and assist with needed pieces. Repairs include spectacles, eyewear, watches, and clocks.

Tinle Jewelry Co Dr. Week Wevhavg

Nhoo and Pronk Stoemne 0 and Clone Hosiness

Fragmentary notice references Nhoo and Pronk Stoemne and Clone Hosiness. The text mentions stock, a new No 220/Mem size Academy, a mule building closed before December, and references to trunks, odds at prime, and a NY Union context.

Nhoo Pronk Stoemne George Aphuret

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