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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1895
Page
11
The fragmentary text surveys fears of British aggression and U S resistance, noting opinions from The London Daily News, Rockford, and the Brooklyn Eagle. It cites discussions of the Venezuelan crisis, cotton prices, and possible war between the United States and England, with reflections from Edison and others on national resolve and policy.
The Virginian’s issue highlights four notable articles in the special service section. Naval Cadets and the President’s Venezuela message are timely, while Photographing the Stars offers current space news and Excise In the Navy covers maritime policy. The women's and youth pages also promise engaging content for their respective readers.
The New York Advertiser praises veterans while the Charleston News and Courier questions how wounded soldiers drawing large pensions could fight again. It notes ambulances and hospital wards as the likely places for these men and asks the Advertiser to explain how they could march and use muskets in all weather given their injuries.
The New York World asks distinguished gentlemen across the water for opinions on whether they support the English government stance in the Venezu ean boundary dispute. Most English figures likely refrain from criticizing their government, making the inquiry seem futile. If asked about Mr. Balfour’s view versus Salisbury, the situation would be equally ironic.
The Chattanooga Times recalls thirty four naval combats between the United States and England in 1812, noting twenty one U S victories. It highlights Perry’s Lake Erie triumph over a larger British squadron and argues the present Navy’s strength does not guarantee success in future wars, suggesting the U S would win again if challenged.
The Atlanta Journal notes long term Southern gold output totaling over 20 million dollars by 1873 with small 1873 yields. Georgia led with 25,437 dollars and North Carolina 120,482. By 1893 Georgia shows 9,112,328.05 total and Alabama 242,994.19 with other states contributing modest sums. The piece forecasts future activity across the South as shinning metal awaits exploitation.
The Chicago Times-Herald notes the United States has not unreservedly backed Venezuela or guaranteed its bonds. It argues that policy should be guided by justice, not popular belief, and cautions against assumptions about U S commitments in the Venezuelan crisis.
The text argues the United States will not back Venezuela unjustly and may confront Great Britain if Britain encroaches on Venezuelan territory. It urges Venezuelan leaders to await U S investigation results. It also discusses the South's rise in cotton mill manufacturing and shifting capital southward as destiny, echoing sectional progress.
A collage notes Sir John Lubbock studying appetite, McKinney forces routing Louisiana GOP delegates, Spain’s Queen Regent as a cigarette smoker, and Grover Cleveland’s handling of a foreign crisis. It lists varied items from gossip to politics, including a Healy eye wound, rumored Caracas ties, and newspaper chatter on public speaking and entertainment in New York and beyond.
A compilation of varied 19th century items ranges from mineral production value in 1841 at 065,524,597 dollars to aristocratic dog kennels in London. It mentions Apache captives, a Irish novelist Tan MacNaren, census figures for Germany, Vanderbilt spending on decorations, Lord Dunraven market talk, Colorado gold fever near Denver, and Hyde Park dog kennels filled with tenants.
A review of Horace White's Money and Banking arguing the 1862 legal tender act misled public understanding. The piece critiques irredeemable paper money and calls for recalling misconceptions, citing banking and currency history on the American continent and referencing Coxey's populist agenda while contending it would raise prices.
The article discusses the historical fixing of gold to silver value ratios, citing Hamilton and Jefferson on commercial and legal principles. It notes the 13 to 1 mint ratio as the mercantile standard, contrasts with today’s 82 to 1, and warns that changing the ratio would alter global silver stock value, with mint practices aligning to free coinage debates.
An OCR fragment references General Jacob S. Goxey and a late 19th century Populist campaign. It alludes to a weary army and Obie Lin platform with vague mentions of a currency amount. The text is fragmentary, offering few concrete facts or context.
The piece recounts Jerry Simpson's proposal to issue silver certificates backed by silver ore rather than coinage. It contrasts Simpson’s idea with silverites who favored coining all silver, noting critics saw waste and double value, while supporters argued for honest money and avoiding debasement. The argument frames the issue as a clash over currency basis and labor use.
The Louisville Convict Journal argues that wage earners are the main creditors of the country, with 2 600 000 000 in book debts tied to wages. It claims workers push for better money and warns that silver coinage could erase purchasing power, prompting owners to resist wage cuts.
The Five Big Leaders feature Staple Values in Form-Fitting Apparel culled from stock to be converted into cash with no reserve. Cleaning up time is now with a goal to turn every dollar's worth of heavy weight apparel into proceeds before the winter season ends.
The notice touts fall and spring suit cullings in Worsteds and Cheviots. It claims every item is priced well below regular cost, with many suits costing $9 more to retail. The seller aims to unload inventory before season’s end and convert stock into cash.
An advert promises extra weight all wool Cheviot suits in men sizes, warranted to give first class service and equal wear to any ten dollar suit. It extols choice patterns and strong honest material, marketed as big money savers for a sightly business outfit at a low price.
Leader No 3 presents mens overcoats in Storm style and Chine chilla fabrics. These reliable, latest fashion pieces are offered at exceptionally low prices to clear stock and convert remaining sizes into cash quickly.
Advertises a boys suit with double breasted jacket knee pants and five seams in sizes up to half. Claims warm sturdy all wool fabric and unmatched value. Notes sale at One Ninety muunder with emphasis on quality and price.
A newspaper notice advertises boys capes in navy blue wool fabric up to size 15 at five dollars, with discounts slashed to two forty five to clear surplus winter stock. It pledges quick sales before prices hold no longer, inviting all readers to browse hundreds of department bargains and convert winter stock to cash.
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