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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1897
Page
1
London dispatch discusses Prince Henry's actions and Germany's naval ambitions. The Times and Spectator weigh imperial strategy in China, Kiel, and the Suez era, while warnings grow of British financial strain to sustain India.
In Lechwlacher December 8 report eight former deputies faced charges in a Santhree case. Defendants including Le Ushket of Santhree and Saintl Alirin were linked to bribery and illicit funds tied to a 1897 appointment and lottery bond deals. Witnesses described alleged payments and promises to gain official favor.
Text describes a murder trial and district attorney involvement in San Francisco with references to William Darrant and others. It discusses the removal of exhibits, the motive for a suspect, and courtroom procedures as the case proceeds. The readable fragments mention a mortgage or property seizure and a torched police scene, with limited clear names.
The management of the Academy My arranged for a season of first class attractions at the Shetr theatre divisions. Shows include Vlonas Monday night December 27 Al G Wheel sg st Ameren Tuesday December Miss Hoapalet Aborri- Pe Cveimens WwW Wednesday Derem Yow 205 Oiarro Rain's Company in Soyer Agwin at Garrick New York Tuesday. My Friend Iran Jintin and Saturday ombines ant Het Jaiaetry dar Motlk Miler Wisenthedt. POWRLE & OOS Market Spica provided the brain and nerve food.
Washington December 18 1897 report on a late session closing for the holidays. The House adjourns after praising Speaker Cooke and honoring President McKinley mourning. A relief bill for Klondike miners passes at 200000 with purchases for supplies and Canada transit. Senate actions include military relief logistics and winter expedition preparations.
Captain David dy Gratnard of the Arie expedition reports progress with the Swlalstence Depiweiment directing relief from New Wocelty. Secretary Alsi plans dispatch to RHONEY resion. On route he will confer with General Merrian in Washington. Brattard accompanied the party, which achieved unprecedented northern reach.
A new cutter, built for the revenue service under Captain D Thaalgsdon, sails with a crew of 25 men. The vessel measures 220 feet overall with 24 foot beam and 2000 horsepower engines, rated for 16 knots but averaged 7.40 knots last May. Armament includes four four-pounders and four Lewis guns, plus a torpedo tube, marking its role to deter poachers in Bering Sea duties.
The Virginia Senate met in executive session to confirm gubernatorial nominations for boards and commissions while discussing consolidation of the City Gas company of Norfolk and other public matters. Lawmakers considered taxes, school enrollment for minors, and numerous bills on personal property assessment, trademarks, and insurance.
At its last meeting the Norfolk Military Association reelected officers including President Colonel Wilton Tsui and Vice President Colonel Nish. A banquet is set for January 20 with Lt Whitehead and Lt Wight appointed. the group also seeks legislative support to observe an annual Lee’s Met base commemoration. The Norfolk Legion recommends fixing October as annual surrender day. Next Tuesday evening a banquet at the Atlantic Hotel will feature the Kieppa Mipha fraternity founder Mr I M Am mer as guest of honor.
Walter J. Simmons & Co display a large stock of ladies furs and umbrellas at low prices. Gent's silver head canes and umbrellas, gloves, driving robes are featured with old price tags. Call to view goods must be sold now. makes useful Xmas presents.
Santa Claus appears early on Main Street to crowds. impersonator linked to Cannon Clothing Co. WILT. Dec 18 news notes Pastor Ray and Rev. Dans pledge gospel service weeks with Ros movement speaker Wick. Norfolk burns update and Dewitt’s Witch Hazel Salve touted as remedy. Retail items and clothing ad lines conclude brief notices.
Reports from Berlin dated December 18 1897 describe the Reichstag row over coal ion and club affiliations, with Prince Hohenlohe accused of breaking his word. The government previews flood relief for Silesia including five vast tanks costing eleven million marks. By contrast Emperor William II attends banquets and meetings and makes remarks about Germany building ships for future use while noting China is like an artichoke. A Russian train protection plan prompted extreme German precautions during a Czars journey from Darmstadt to Coburg with troops guarding the route and bodyguards aboard.
Huntersville Lodge No. 128 selects TR. M. Pickett as Noble Grand and Rev Arnall as Vice Grand with officers including Recording Secretary G. W. Bania and Financial Secretary John A. Lesner. Moon Lodge No. 172 elects Byrns as President, W. Seldner as Vice President, I. Tirsherler Recording Secretary, J. Bennett Financial Secretary, and trustees J. Bennett, 3. Wk Baldner, Charles Myers, A. Marx, D. Adelsdorf. Walkerton, Va. November 24, 1897.
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