Precedents in selecting 1897 House chairmen
Amos J. Cummings reports on how Speaker Reed followed or diverged from precedents in appointing committee chairmen for the Fifty-first Congress. The article traces assignments on Ways and Means, Appropriations, Judiciary, Naval, and other panels, noting when rank and seniority aligned with custom and when exceptions occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amos J. Cummings
Washington, D. C
House of Representatives
Henderson
Reed
Jonathan A. Rowell
Finais
Rowell
Committee of Ways and Means
W'llam D. Kelley
Pennsylvania
Wm. McKinley, Jr
Ohio
Kelley
House
Major Mecktinley
Wtquette
United States
Maijor McKinley
Thomas B. Reed
White House
Joseph G. Gannon
Tilnois
Appropriations
Samuel J. Randall
Cannon
Ezra 3. Taylor
Nelson Dingley, Jr
Maine
Chas. J.wielkhaim
Banking and Currency
Hoe
Lewis F. Payson
Illinois
Public Lands
Commerce
Charles 8. Baker
New York
Charles O'Neill
Merchant Marine and Fisheries
John M. Taraquhar
Tie
Mr. Dingley
Edward H. Funston
Kansas
Thedbert R. Pitt
Minois
John H. Sketchan
Byron M. Cutcheon
Michievan
Charles A. Boutelle
Alfred C. Harmer
McKinley
Harry Bingham
Bishop W. Perkins
Isaac. Stubble
Iowa
Territories
Henry C. McCormick
James Buchanan
New Jersey
Tomas H. Carter
Montana
Carter
Seth Milliken
John Dalzell
Julius Osar Burrows
Michiean
James O'Donnell
Michigan
William ST. Wade
Missouri
David BR. Henderson
Ben Tutler
Edmund N. Margill
William G. Laidlaw
Imshy T. Thomas
Wisconsin
William W. Grout
Vermont
District of Columbia
Mr. Reed
James W. Wadsworth
Lewis D. Apsley
Sinestehusetts
Apshey
Eugene J. Hainer
Nebraska
Henry HH. Baker
Nor Dhnimpshire
Tle
Wadeworth
Joseph G. Cannon
David RB. Trenlorson
Treary A. Choyper
Ie Wis
Mississippi River
Leprovatts
Thomas Settle
North Carolin
North Carolina
Daniel Einer
Robert G. Douglas
Towa
Brum
Congress
Joseph W. Babcock
Library
Nabcock
Samuel G. i Wilborn
California
Judge
Powers
George W. Smith
Winuis
William W. Bowers
Warren RR. Tooker
Ringer Hermann
Oregon
Old White Sulphur: Banquet and Pierces Visit at the Springs
Correspondent recalls the antebellum White Sulphur Springs in Virginia as a social hub where notable figures such as Clay, Marshall, Pierce, and Lee visited. The piece details lavish banquets, music, and juleps, plus a vivid scene of President Pierce’s 1854 visit and General Lee’s 1869 stay, framing the closing of the old regime and the shift to newer Southern leisure spots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houry Clay
President Pierce
Genu
Lee
Sweet Chalybeate Springs
Kentucky
Chegapeadke
Ohio
New River Canons
Saratoga
Virginia Springs
Carolinas
Georgia
Mississippi
Sumpters
Pickenses
Hamptons
Caralinas
Clays
Marshalls
Crittendens
Corwin and Owing and Trimble
Choates and Websters and Pierces
New England
Dickinson, Marcy and Dallas
Middle States
Cass
Douglass
Benton
Far West
Magils
Cabells
Prestons
Virginia
Carrolls
Maryland
Hotel Register
Clay
Rufus Cheate
Massachusetts
Thomas Corwin
Rives
South Carolina
North Carolina
Mr. Clay
Jimmie Patterson
Theobomaquet
Weepon Aicher
Kiv
Mrr
Choate
Franklin Pierce
United States
Staunton
Concord
Martin House
Columbia
Pierce
Gen. Robi
Traveler
Lonsray
Jron
T Onler
Old Sweet Springs at peak of a midsummer visit
A special dispatch from Old Sweet Springs West Virginia July 10 describes a bustling resort day with sunlit lawns shaded by oaks, tennis in bright outfits and a chic Louisville party guest. It highlights a progressive masquerade party hosted by Drs Lockwood of Baltimore with prizes won by Laviolette Lewis and others, notable guests from Richmond Richmond and Louisville, and strong enthusiasm for the season.
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Old Sweet Springs
W. Va
The
Virginian
Dellermus
Oaes
Louisville
Minke
Euce
New England
Bouth
J. Lockwood
Baltimore
Jach Indy
Laviolette Lewis
West Virginia
Clas
I. Pitt
Palthmore
Thom
D V. Mereditho
Fanmily
tMart Jey Carmichael
Soho
O. Patterson
Sprinsfield
Lawson
Cincinnati
Judie Cowe
T. OW. Blane
New Orleans
W. F. Wheaton
Washington, DC
AL Chisolm
Miles
Casper Chisolm
Charleston
S.C
Richmond
Many Morgan
Flota
Norfolk's Busy Store Showcases Strong Individuality
A vivid feature highlights Norfolk's Busy Store displaying unique character and local charm. The piece profiles the proprietor, notes distinctive merchandise, and sketches how the shop reflects community rhythms and daily life in Norfolk.
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Norfolk
Peculiar Store Stands Out Among Ordinary Shops
A description contrasts this establishment with typical stores, calling it aggressive and progressive. It emphasizes careful selection of worthy goods and fair pricing, noting that haphazard buying cannot yield the same quality and value.
Bargain Sale of Ladies and Boys Apparel and Accessories
A lengthy advertisement announces deep discounts on ladies handkerchiefs collars neckwear ribbons and muslin gowns plus wide ranges of undergarments shirts waists skirts parasols and hosiery for men women and children. Featured are price cuts including 4 for 25c on handkerchiefs and 10c to 25c tiers on various items with emphasis on quality fabric blends and limited stock.
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Volka
Kiever
Ready Made Pillow and Sheet Goods Sale
Bleached pillow cases and bolster cases in multiple sizes priced 12 1 2 to 39 cents. Bleached and unbleached sheets and linens offered in various widths and qualities, with many items labeled under Miller, Rhoads & Co. Also features corset department with several makes and prices from 3 1 2 to 5 75. Large crowds visit this department daily as new shipments arrive, hot days noted.
Finest Madras Shirts Now 75 and 89 Cents
Weather woes aside, massive sale cuts hit summer furnishings with Finest Madras Shirts marked down from 3.25 to 89c and 75c. Also featured are Mens Percale Shirts at 75c and 59c, with two collars and attached cuffs, plus laundered percale shirts at 59c, all part of backward season clearance.
Balance of Men’s Balbriggan Shirts and Drawers Lot
The listing covers men’s Balbriggan shirts and drawers in varying values. Prices shown include 50 cents, 32 cents, 39 cents, and 19 to 25 cents. Details specify long or short sleeves and assorted sizes.
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Lighting Buchre Party
Ort
At &c
Windsor
Hermsdorf
Joe
Eae
Miller, Rhoads & Co
Donegal
Thompson
Norfolk’s& Busy