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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1896

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Atlas Bank in Chicago Suspends Payments Ninety Days

Atlas National Bank at Washington and La Salle, tied to the Chicago Clearing-house, suspends payments for ninety days. Depositors crowd the bank as officers arrange trustee handling and orderly settlement while others fear losses and readies withdrawals.

Dime Savings Bank Atlas Chicago Isla Atlas National Bank Washington and la Salle Streets Chicago Clearing-house Association Associated Financelal Institution Ely William C. Oakley National Bank Associated Banks Atlas Hank Tiane Lombard Charing-house Committee Alteady Stream Atlas National Bkre Vudra Steel ACHE Merhs Ijavelation Og Das Bank

Scanda Bank Closes Amid Heavy Deposits Over Loans

A Minneapolis bank named Scanda Bank closed its doors this afternoon. The institution, formed about fifteen years ago by Mons Grimser, a noted Scandinavian politician, had president Istlands who arrived from Wilmar ten years ago. The last statement on October 6 showed loans and discounts of 1,000,088 and deposits about 7 percent. The bank’s business was mainly with Scandinavian customers.

Atlas Dane Bime Savinee Bank Ita Aia Samuel A. Balter APS Hank Chicago Ohio Hanieros Atlas Bank Atlas Trowhie Widae Woottore Moi Enah Sui A& Step Minneapolia Minn Scanda Bank Mons Grimser Isltnds Minneapolis Wilmar

Bank failures and disorder hit Midwest cities with withdrawals

The Bank of Superior did not open due to heavy withdrawals as Henry & Butler became assignee. Reports from St Paul to Chicago note public funds tied up and promises of full repayment. Disappearing teller from Bank of Minnesota sparks concern amid suspension. Local merchants face foreclosure and assets shakily described as investigations unfold.

Superior Wis Dee Arun Bank of Superior Henry & Butler Weath St. Paul Chicago Leander Hoach Bank of Minnesota Mmos Thiuredsay Roeélyor Pacwody Ginal Fa

Irish Taxation Meeting at Mansion House

A Dublin gathering held at the Mansion House to discuss taxation and the United Kingdom’s contribution to the Imperial Exchequer. Speakers included ministers and church leaders such as the Archbishop of Dublin, a mayor, and other notables, addressing policy and regional implications.

Dublin Dee United Kingdom Deeside Nationailere Amos Gard Piindris Episcaei- van Archiishioy Pablins Apel William Ot. Webb Roman Catho Hc Dubin O Conner Lon Dota J. Onee Nerbipalike Mevnber Partiinioi Nerth Btyishan Othe

Wee Meet and Billy Donkey at London Show

A boxing bout in London drew attention as Amari On middlewelehe faced ISIIV Doherty of Australia in a world weight championship bout. McCoy won in twenty rounds on Saturday with a controversial decision noted by observers.

Vondon Thut Phe Isiiv Doherty Australia LT Pate pHoey Tee Ale Witte McCoy Bi the Sounds Comet Petit Iy Pind Doherty

Mills Stig Tews aston la Dee 28

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a person and events at an unnamed location. The readable portions reference employment, a factory or company, and a shutdown after many years of service with implied dates and names, but the text remains largely garbled and unclear.

Aston la Dee Loti Ayririse Gieiters Ole Tilton Smiths

Wrecked by Robbers in Alabama Coal Train Disaster

Birmingham December 28 Twenty or more lives were lost in a wreck on the Birmingham Mineral Railroad near Guerney and Mocton in a loop line serving mines and furnaces. The engine and cars burned rapidly, making exact death toll uncertain while rescue efforts and a broader investigation began. The train carried crew and passengers from Birmingham to Louisville with many workers in the mining towns, and several injured were later reported as authorities pursued the cause.

Birmingham Ala Une Emingham Mineral Une Cahaba Bridge Nirmingham Guerney Mocton Gierney Southern Railway Brierfield Bloeton Louwlkeville Nastville Gierary Catiba Wien Engles Idargo Dshaeton Ix Wiest Chutes Rmi Chrysichiss Moedon Celly Dirmingham Bessemer Laotibeysili Nashville Enn Wreeling Tring Borden Chainer Gardner RM Stary Hinttover Mit Pete Gils Mortie

Unclear historical note on wartime events and figures

Fragmentary OCR text describes a chaotic wartime scene with references to people and places, but most details are garbled. It mentions battles, rail lines, a gallery, and various named individuals with dubious spellings, leaving the exact events and dates unclear.

Public hearings on larly ref to chemical and budget items

A chaotic transcript shows a committee session in Washington with members debating hearings on various topics including chemicals and fiscal matters. The discussion reveals schedule uncertainties and preparations for upcoming testimony as figures like Dingtey Nat and others present views and proposed timelines.

Aged Woman Fatally Attacked in Athens Ambush

An elderly resident was attacked in Athens amid a chaotic scene as a revolver was wrested away from an assailant. A posse pursues a suspect, with rumors of possible tips leading to a suspect’s capture as authorities review the case.

Macon Wis Tipien Fred Bean Sanimer

Three Friends case in U S court over vessel forfeiture

In a U S District Court in a case titled United States v Three Friends the government seeks forfeiture of the vessel for allegedly violating the Neutrality Act by sailing to the Caribbean to assist a Cuban insurrection. The defense argues no valid breach and cites recent Supreme Court rulings. The vessel’s fate hinges on government claims of engagement in warfare activities and possible implications for Cuba policy. The Three Friends left for Jacksonville with the crew under special inquiry as reporters await further details. The broader diplomatic backdrop includes Britain Austria and the Vatican amid Spain's war prospects and papal comments on the conflict.

United States Wien Este Ripra Tiawe Rss Lense Waa Hefei Ciba Contiaettion Yistele Cipatie Rey West Jacksonville Viasuig Tiaipa Siestervday Peti New Soneernine Albeod Gurney Virou Prhenda Key Wret Daunts

Maceo Declared Dead After Cuban Clash Rumor

New York reports an officer aboard the steamship Virlanein arriving from Havana said Cuban authorities maintained General Maceo was not murdered but wounded and possibly dead. He described conflicting accounts from Cubans in Havana and Matanzas province about Maceo’s fate and the advance of his troops. Local officials and ministers reportedly received surprised and cautious briefings on the matter.

New York Virlanein Havin Havana Matias Matanvis Ceneral Macco

Porrinn Trial: Spanish Citizen Convicted in Dec 28 Court

The tribunal in Dec 28 proceedings found a foreign national guilty of charges tied to citizenship status and Spanish origin. Justice recommended punishment including imprisonment, with defense counsel appealing to the Supreme Court citing procedural defects in the tribunal's ruling.

Landslide Devastates Kerry Village Buries Homes

A destructive landslide near Ratimore County Kerry caused extensive property damage and at least nine deaths. The disaster struck Sunday, engulfing Donnelly residence and Killarney House, with debris flooding the River Peet and threatening further damage as authorities warn of rising river levels.

Dun Dee Ratimore County Kerry Fotlow Trelanil Rathmere Ghaindtug Monmientumn Ag Dt Meyer Mir Donvelly Kaen Killarney Baru Baru Ane Hebel, Gaul Aha! Te Neti pants—Mr. Honey Donnelly

Syndicate forms for Jouns of Chee state stock

At a Saturday meeting the heirs of Auratin Carbin decided to syndicate the whole literal Jouns of Chee state. They secure largely by Long Island railroad stock and aggregate 1,000,000 dollars. The report notes other city updates and a Savannah tariff push on rice imports.

Plobe Long Island Railroad Savannah Thee Growers’ Association J. H. A. Clinch Washington Lovent Ways and Means Te House

Lincoln hotel dinner marks Bryan tribute by traveling men

Large dining room at the Lincoln hotel hosted the Lincoln Traveling Men's Bryan club with Wil Hom diryan in honor. Speakers included Gov Halcomb Senator Allen and other prominent state men. Bryan argued Republicans promise relief must match their claimed reforms and warned that business confidence has not yet returned despite reviews predicting improvements.

Tancoln Lincoln Lincoln Traveling Men Hryan Club Bryan Gov Halcomb Allen Grvyan Dun Epin Beson Dan

RIMETALLISN Promises and cabinet intrigue in McKinley era

Senator E O Wolentz discusses republican silver policy and a proposed international monetary conference after McKinley’s inauguration. Opponents in Minnesota oppose ex Morriant cabinet appointment. Wolcott and New York Republicans push for Mr Bias as next senator. Maria Saxton invited to White House by Major McKinley with mixed reception. The piece reflects early silver debates and cabinet position maneuvers.

Onion Hbo E. O' Wolentz Anton Lie Fiye McKinley Wolcott Treasury Hinchina Minnesota Morriant Howe Xytiga MeKinley New York Bias P Woilt Maria Saxton Ec Kinlow Major McKinsey White House Wes Epter

Special this week Wrights at 196 Main Street

Local advertisement lists items such as a large duck linen towel, unbleached table damask, cream linen table damask, bleached table damask, and lace curtains, all offered at greatly reduced prices. Includes references to various fabrics and table linens with prices and product names.

Wrights Main Street Pricca

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