09 Jul 1897
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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1897
Page
1
The House pressed a tariff bill reading with a clash over privileged questions and a debate on which chamber would control amendments. Members clashed over recognizing speakers and the direction of conference with the Senate as leaders offered various amendments and the session moved toward adjournment after memorial tributes and brief procedure.
President Kilay approves the court martial sentence against Commander Dennis Mullan of the Jensncoin navy ward. Mullan is reduced in rank and suspended from rank and duty on one half of sea pay for five years, ending any prospect of becoming a captain.
Washington reports Minister Hoshi of Japan has received late advices from Hawaii and Japan showing progress in immigration talks with no basis for claims of serious trouble between governments. He denies the Japan Herald editorial alleging Japan’s designs on the Diawatian islands, calling the Yokohama English paper discredited by Japan’s government for 25 years.
In Bellefonts Pennsylvania Clinton County a brutal crime unfolded this morning. A young girl named Crider, aged and under care, was assaulted and murdered after being left with an older boy who could not speak. Residents are outraged and a search followed the disappearance. The investigation centers on the unknown killer and the whereabouts of Crider’s body.
Washington describes weeks of work by the State Department to prepare a prosecution case. After presidential approval the matter will go to Minister Woolfornl for presentation to Madrid's office when he sails from New York on the 28th. Mr Calhoun leads the effort with United States officials aiding to build a strong claim of humanity and a claim to 6,009, of which the Spanish government is to be aware.
Fragmentary notes show discussion of a riverhead related measure, with references to senators and a vote by the House. The text hints at duties and expectations regarding passage and maintenance, but the exact wording is unclear.
A partial OCR lists fourth class post assigns with scattered names and places including Charlton Midvale Valle Neel Suste Walre North Carolina and Sandy Springs. The legible items hint at a formal posting of appointments with several unreadable segments.
The 1897 San Francisco Christian Endeavor convention drew over 20 000 delegates with women in the majority. President Clark spoke on a world encircling religious movement as Secretary Baer listed nationwide society counts and states leading local chapters. Delegates filled Mechanics Pavilion as banners for Scotland and Spain were awarded for growth in junior and senior societies.
Palmetto Prince in the free for all trot and pace at Day station lowered the half mile track record to 2:19 for the second heat, breaking Elia T. and Blick Mick’s earlier marks. Bel Pel, favorite in the 2:25 trot, died after its frost heat, with three horses dying here from heat or collision.
A church meeting of Christ TV and BL church pew owners was held in the chapel on Preemason street. The session discussed appointing a rector and financial questions, but no formal announcements were made. The proceedings were private and no public details were released.
The document notes the Queen Regent in Madrid announcing the pardon of 108 Cubans deported to penal settlements and islands. It mentions potential return to Cuba and includes unrelated ad-like lines about medicines and local names, with brief references to schedules and prices.
Senator Isham G Harris of Tennessee died at his Washington residence shortly before 5 pm after a lengthy illness. He had served in Congress since 1841 and in the Senate since 1877, living in Memphis and facing multiple wartime roles with the Confederacy, later returning to law practice. He was 79, with funeral plans to be arranged in Memphis.
The late senator Ilarys a Tennessee native and 1811 admitted lawyer was honored in the marble Senate chamber. Funeral rites are set for the Senate and House, with remains moved to Memphis and then laid in Elmwood Cemetery in Memphis after transportation.
The first meeting of the tariff conferees from the Senate and House opened in Washington with both Republicans and Democrats present. Democrats left briefly, seeking reconciliation, as Republicans pushed for swift progress and detail protection. Conference aims to finish by Wednesday with secretive handling of amendments to avoid public pressure.
Horton ends a 18 month odyssey begun as a fame wager by city sportsmen. He left New York with $3000 earnings and will get $2500 of the $5000 stake. He carried pass-books with signatures from Mayors and officials worldwide. He claims illness and shipwreck hardships during the trip.
A public speaker, husky voiced, claims relief from throat trouble after taking One Minute Cough Cure. The item mentions J. M. W. Trotter, Frantt & Smith and RR. iL. Wilson in connection with the remedy.
An advertisement touts Linene Hever Stile Collars and Cuffs that never hang at half, maintaining shape in hot weather. It also hints at dental services by N. N. Dental Rooms at 234 Main Street and a vapor stove novelty at 386 Timber Main Street with a dated schedule.
The grand jury indicts Martin Thorn and Mrs Augusta Nack for murder in the first degree connected with the William Guldensuppe case. Witnesses identify the body and describe Thorn's alleged admission and repeated meetings with Nack as investigators seek a full confession.
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