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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1897
Page
9
The London Lancet argues mental activity promotes longevity while other items note Cuban sugar shipments from Texas, New York pardon talk for John Y. McKane, a New York watch night on New Year’s, gold production in Colorado since 1868, and various political and economic observations across US states and overseas.
The management of the United Charities calls for contributions to aid the needy during winter. Tomorrow and Tuesday envelopes will be distributed by the police for money and membership receipts, and Friday and Saturday next a collection will be held. The appeal invites all to contribute to a worthy cause.
Richmond residents urge city action to curb tramp nuisance as complaints rise about beggars in streets. Norfolk officials face similar pressure with calls for measures to drive them on and reduce alms requests, while Mehmond reports a comparable worry.
A Paterson Call petition to Congress seeks a service pension for all veterans who reach age 60, regardless of time served. Critics call the plan absurd and point to hidden costs and inequities while Gen. H V Noynton warns of pension abuses and calls for reform. The piece argues pensions should aid the truly needy and serve as a badge of honor, not a blanket entitlement.
The piece notes a planned cut in waxes for operatives at mills in Wall River and other New England towns ahead of January 1. It suggests a weekly loss of about 20 096 dollars at home and predicts curtailment of cotton goods prices in New England. It cites commentary linking the McKinley tariff to broader prosperity claims and warns of rising competition in the South.
The piece arguesSouthern operatives have grown skilled enough to decide fights in cotton mills. Labor in the South is 30 percent cheaper than New England, with mills closer to cotton and powered by year round water power. Northern capital backs Southern mills, including a $600000 venture destined for foreign markets, signaling a major shift in industrial balance. The South is seen as having a strong future in cotton and iron unless overexpansion occurs.
Secretary Coburn estimates Kansas crop value at 176336250 dollars. A French scientist warns oaks face higher risk of lightning strikes. Strasbourg traffic debate centers on quads at the race track. Madrid reports Bank of Spain to advance 80000000 pesetas to Cuba and 1000?000 to the Philippine treasury backed by the Spanish treasury.
The article details a rainproof Mackintosh coat with a detachable cape of circular shape. It notes tie strings under the coat back, large front fly closures, patch pockets, wide armholes, a finished neck with a turn down collar, and velvet inlay options. Specially prepared for Thut terick Publishing Company Limited.
The Plain Truth extols Burk & Co as a 54 year old garment maker and retailer offering ready-to-wear fashion with superior fit and style. It proclaims the store’s large stock, better values, and lower prices while praising its continued growth and service to the public.
The Big Store touts solid value on men’s suits with prices from 2.89 to 15.00, claiming direct-from-maker savings, no middlemen margins, and refunds if not fully up to representation. Highlights include suits for 4.97, 7.97, 8.98, 12.50, and 15.00, plus boys and teen options and alterations offered in the annex.
A claim notes Two Forty Eight offers Etriotiy all wool suits with wear resisting double knee pants in sizes 4 to 8 and plain suits up to age 16. Shoppers say no similar value has ever been seen in Norfolk standard boys attire.
One Ninety Eight showcases continually improving patterns replacing closed lots with better values on clothing tables. The ad notes stronger bargains than ever in the One Ninety-Eight children's suite offerings.
Twenty five cent knee pants for boys up to age sixteen are praised for their fancy patterns and fine workmanship. The quarters are said to show value in cloth and design, including cheese like choleco patterns that rival woolens in quality and cost.
The store offers knee pants described as durable with solid patterns and striped Cheviots. They advertise long wear up to age 15 and mention taped seams and stout bands. Prices are low but quality remains, emphasizing service over cost.
An advertisement touts One Nineteen navy blue children suits reefers and plain jackets in sizes up to one inclusive. The copy promises warm comfortable design with high quality make and finish and claims to be unlikely to be duplicated at bargain quotations.
The Three Ninety line offers children's sets now reduced from five dollars to three ninety. Parents and guardians seeking value should investigate the Three Ninety purchasing power in the Children's Department.
An advertisement touts children’s suits from age 4 upward including reefer jackets and double breasted jackets up to size 16. Described as durable brownish pattern material, priced at ninety eight cents per item.
A full length boys coat titled Two Ninety Seven Storm Wolsters is offered at the shop Lops. It features a wide collar storm pockets and navy chinchilin fabric. The note promises no duplicates of this jet at the price after they close.
A vivid advertisement touts a size four to eight boy child’s coat labeled as a "Two Fifty" Astrachan Reefera. It claims superb style and value for the modest price, presenting it as the standout bargain in the store.
A note praises the Keefer property as an extraordinary bargain. The description mentions 189 coats with ulster collars and storm pockets made from standard blue material. Practical economists are urged to note this notable purchase.
A description of children’s boots labeled as One Thirty Seven Fancy Designs. The boots are described as reefers and pinin jackets with up to a certain size, taped seams and strong bands, claiming lasting service regardless of low price.
Stylish overcoats described as fashionable covert overcoats for men. Claims tailor work is excellent and appearance and service compare to pricier coats, noting price advantage over other overcoats that cost about one and a half times as much.
In a storefront notice a sale features medium weight overcoatings priced at five dollars each. Shoppers are urged to select quickly as limited stock and changing formats accompany the offer.
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