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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1896
Page
2
The fragment discusses the 1892 and 1896 Chicago platforms with word counts, cites Sir John Pender as a leading ocean cables magnate, mentions Rev William Meade Clarke's appointment in Richmond, and references a London guardians’ births and deaths registrar with an unnamed lady assisting her father.
The article argues Southern mills gain advantage beyond labor costs. It notes cheaper raw cotton, lower freight and handling charges, lower fuel, and lighter running expenses. The New Orleans Picayune is cited, with confidence that Southern mills will dominate cotton manufacturing over time.
The Richmond Dispatch surveys ages of presidents and nominees, noting the constitutional requirement of 35, cites Bryan at 36, and lists ages of many leaders, including Washington, Jefferson, Adams, Grant, and Cleveland. It mentions vice presidents who became presidents, various financial figures, and remarks on scholars and publishers.
A dramatic sales pitch proclaims a vast outpouring of bargains in Men’s Suits at five to fifteen dollars. Union Tailored and other brands promise durable, well made garments with high value, including cassimeres and worsteds, culling from higher price lines and offering form fitting, fashion forward styles at strong discounts. Strong claims highlight savings of five to ten dollars versus modern prices for dressy outfits in Norfolk.
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