In Darkest America and the Advance Filibuster Tale
The Virginian reports on the Spanish suspicion of the steam yacht Advance as a possible contraband carrier. James Weld questions reimbursement for worn shoes as he searches harbors for the non existent cargo. The piece mocks daring inland explorations and notes a marine egg shell theory about the vessel. It mentions Herald reporter George Steno and Mr Ferril aboard and cites vast public interest. Louis Alban Catelo arrives in town amid Cuban junta talks and war chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Weld
Shields
Uncle Sam
Tield
Mr. Reid
Jones
Tr. Reid
Cuba
America
Here
Florida
Nassau
New York
Ploria
Newly Appointed Pastor to Deliver Address at YMCA
Rev R J Bamber, newly appointed pastor of the Disciples church, will deliver the afternoon address at 4 o'clock at the Young Men's Christian Association. Golarstone solo to be sung by Mordiaunt Mtheridge. The symposium class leads the song with the orchestra present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. J. Bamber
Disciples’ Church
Wnliver
Young Men's Christian Association
Golarstone
Mordiaunt Mtheridge
Symnasium
North Carolina Lawyer Involved In Public Disturbance
Whitmore, a North Carolina lawyer, reportedly behaved erratically on Chi Hall avenue yesterday. He was restrained and sent to his hotel where medical staff were summoned to assess his condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wr. L. B. Whitmore
North Carolina
White
Chiy Hall Avenue
Desires to Help the Poor by Capt Mordica in Almahouse
Captain P. M. Mordica keeper Almahouse seeks to distribute 200 bunches of rutabaga to the poor through charitable organizations in the city. He aims to provide relief via one or more local charities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. M. Mordica
Almahouse
Maceo Betrayal Alleged in Cuban General’s Death
Cincinnati dispatch reports that Antonio Maceo was murdered after being lured to a conference with the Marquis of Améda, with Cuban staff killed except Dr Zertucha. The letter claims a Spanish ambush near the trocha, volleys killing Maceo and aides, and Zertucha escaping to reveal the plot. Cuban resolve fans into renewed fighting as Spain hails or mourns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Der
Scripps- McKea League
Jacksonville
Pla
Post
Antonio Maceo
C. M. Dean
Florida
Maceo
Zertucha
Havana
DeHaur
Ahameda
Cuba
Weyler
Marquis of
Trocha
Pres
Adwaimeda
Solale
Mayen
Alhouch
Cuba Libre
Gomes
Weyler implicated in Maceo murder letter from Havana
A Havana citizen writes to Huar alleging General Antonio Maceo and most of his staff were murdered by Spaniards. The letter accuses Weyler of ordering the plan and cites Dr Zertucha and the Marquis of Ahumada in a conspiracy to lure Maceo to a conference for assassination and a future indemnity deal with Spain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacksonville
Fla
Dee
Huar
Iavana
Havana
Dev
Justi
Antonio Maceo
Sirajeda
Maceo
Mazimo Aertudis
Weyler
Pinar del So
Zertucha
Ahumada
Aliuayn
Cuba
Spain
Corans Loom Sore Rumors On Maceo Death in Havana
Reports from Havana debate Maceo’s fate amid conflicting testimonies. Some sources claim his death is unproven, while others allege he crossed the trocha with a small force toward Havana or Pinar del Rio. The lingering doubt sustains rival narratives as officials warn against credence to unverified accounts.
Irish Wonder Teddy Hale Wins Six Day Race at Madison Square
Teddy Hale, the Irish rider, shattered the six day record before 12,000 spectators at Madison Square Garden. In a grueling finish he surpassed the previous mark by 210 miles and seven laps, securing the first prize of 1,300 dollars as the crowd roared. Burns Pierce, Capa Nel, and Fred Porcer posted notable showings in the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Dev
Teddy Male
Madison Square
Burns Pierce
Wal
Sehock Ji
Peddy' Hale
Ireland
Iwinner
Niles
Rice
Wilkesbarre
Capa
Nel Reading
Omaha
Northin Prine
Middes
Fred. Porcer
Albert Schock
Pan American Canal Talk Stirred by Central America Visit
Mr Samund yp visits Pinwall in Central America, tracing Milferk Vian origins and discussing the Pandattaral Company. The conversation centers on fever climates, local inhabitants, and the push for a canal linking the Americas, with emphasis on transportation needs and the vast speculation surrounding the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samund
Pickin
Pinwall
Central America
Milferk Vian
Wisi
Dickineon
Pandattaral Company
Apiawall
Amerivag
Nedito
Mirten Jaaden
America
el Pernes
Pano
Opie Casket Holiday Goods Sale At Special Prices
Readable fragments describe a holiday jewelry and gift sale at Opie Casket with discounted stock. Watches, furs, Kodak items, umbrellas, canes, and fashion accessories touted as best in the world. Prices advertised include two dollar items and watches as low as ten dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Priore
Nod
Sockford Kristsnas
Opie
Furschberg
Disciplining of the Sultan and Great Power Moves
The piece surveys European diplomacy amid rising tensions over the Ottoman Sultanate and Russia’s growing influence. It notes preparations for a formal settlement before January and hints at shifts in British, Russian, and Chinese policies, with political maneuvering to shape outcomes in Asia Minor and the Pacific.
Arno Improve Meeting Schedules for Norfolk Businesses
A resolution by the Trade Men's Association calls for committees from Norfolk Portsmouth and nearby areas to attend a Thursday December meeting at the Businessmen's Association rooms. The group aims to secure a appropriation for highway improvements and elect officers such as Grover, Saylor, and Connor, with trustees and secretaries listed for 100007.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Venterdiy
Twilt
Norfolk
Portsmouth
Navyyerd
Howe of Tarbor Commissioners Cod
Nieiness Organinnons
Business Moon's Association
Wt & Oeloek
Lo Connor
Ile
Vine
Voll Ledites
Mos Grover
BOP
Maelonn
Noa
Saylor
Vauehoan
RerPetary
Toms
Ree
Hones
Wwison
W. C. Aehley
Extraction of past quarterly totals from supplier ledger
In a damaged ledger fragment, expert accountants extract weekly totals and year to date figures for wine orders. The note mentions dates around January to December 188, but data is incomplete and requires verification from original ledgers.
Wright's Christmas Sale Offers Lace Curtains and Portieres
SPRATT SALT THIS WEG Lace curtains and portieres from WRIGHTS 190 Main Street Norfolk advertise deep discounts for Christmas gifts. Items include lace curtains priced from 1.05 to 14.50 with regular prices largely higher, plus chenille portieres and tapestry options. The note mentions U-Na Tonle Company extending stay, offering free samples of a blood tonic, and continuing to advertise prices to Norfolk customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wrights
Notting
Wright
Atain Street
U-Na ‘Tonle
Air City
Norfolk
Main Street
Richmond Sees President Cleveland Visit Plans
Richmond Va December 12 Spectacle President Cleveland will pass through at 7 10 p m en route to South Carolina accompanied by one or two friends. He will travel in a private car and stay briefly at the station, with a reunion planned with a few friends. Earlier, Cleveland visited the city on the same line but did not alight. Also noted are reduced wages at Old Dominion Iron and projected plans for a sugar beet industry, Tramp nuisance concerns, and a coroner’s inquiry into Sam Kimborough’s death ruling natural causes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Cleveland
South Carolina
Hunt
Jeavas
Turing
Hepot
Old Dominion
Nal Trust
Henry Wihllee
Hammill
Riehmo
Sam Kimborough
Cord ‘Rexton
Thee Jw
Ellyson
J. Taylor
Gilly
Mmn
Levy Bros Catalog Highlights Holiday Frivolities and Gifts
Santa Claus merchandise assortment includes silver plated ware photo frames and vanity sets, leather goods, celluloid and plush cases, purses and atomizers, Vienna smokers tables and towels. Also featured are gloves, hats, scarves, umbrellas, kid gloves, hosiery, wool mittens and various gift items with low prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Claus Menidaquarters
Vienna
Liv
Turkey
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Edgar Sitan Poe
Jules Verne
George Steno
Herald
Tferril
Louis Alban Catelo
New York City
Catelo
C. A
Washington
Ctatt
Aertuc
Farjed
Trovica
Manuel
Tiunajay
Nmlure
Abuiada
Final del Rie
Maceo Crosse
Ninidoay
Cirijuda
Chimanatacon
Mincen
Maren
Hoarn
Weyleor Ie
Lavana
Sere Widin
Marvo
Trovla
Cannentnte
Mariel
Sonilar
Uwese
Phar del Kin
Rick River
Ariceo
Merthudin
Amtaceo
Macen
Pinar Debreta
Wervler
Teddy Hale
Wan Grogey
Vinish
AWAT
Mr. Tlehrisner
Comteal Amerie
China
Sun
London
Ool- CH Guarters
Londen
Salighury
Russia
Mamehuria
Times Dawn
Mir
Arthur Hulfour
Wessha
Tesora
Maneluria Saad
Coolio
Ipon
Damien Goravitne
Bous
Atel Wien
Lewilde
Charles Dilke
Balfour
Pau Ie
Dirk
Charles
Merthuiont
Prince
England
Ottoman Empire
ARNO
Ons
Eaxperta
Eoanl
Dlowret Wi Lambod& Co
Ter
Richmong
Saunth Garcilla
Pricnda Afa
Rednaciton de Wonen
Tronworkers
Itving Highway Wineries
Levy Bros
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