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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1896
Page
4
The Norfolk Virginian lists subscription options and rates for the weekly Virginian, with prices by duration and region. It sets advertising rates, payment methods, and deadlines, and notes the New York office and policy on nonreturned communications.
The item notes electoral math for Bryan with 159 Southern and 61 Western votes, leaving four needed from Illinois Ohio Indiana Michigan and the Eastern states. It cites early careers of Hamilton Fox Gladstone Pitt to claim 46 is not too young for Bryan to govern.
A debate over age for the presidency prompts reflections on history of young leaders. A Yale ivy ceremony honoring General Lee sparks controversy as Rev Twitchell condemns the ivy removal, while Dr Henry McField urges a broader tribute to General Lee amid Union and former foes in New York.
A column laments a fallen Southern leader, praising his military and moral qualities and reflecting on peace over vengeance. It then surveys opinions from various figures on William Jennings Bryan as a presidential candidate, with yet more letters from different cities praising or critiquing his potential presidency.
Letters from voters across states praise William Jennings Bryan as a capable brave and sincere Democrat who would lead as president of the people The notices from Bowling Green Missouri Broken How Nebraska Sunbury Pennsylvania Washington North Carolina and others reflect strong support and anticipation ahead of the campaign year while noting his Forty six year old rise and the public interest in his constitutional stance
Hon T B Reed doubts a McKinley walkover while General Booth plans a London exhibition of converts. Mr Bryan met Whites at Ocala and a Madison Square Garden ceremony is eyed for August in New York. US District Attorney Frank Clark in Washington says Florida politics favor the Democrats as usual.
A whimsical poem by Eugene Field depicts two children, SHL FLE-SILOON and Amber-Locks, sharing a playhouse of blocks. They imagine twin castles with gates, walls, guards, and towers while older long-ago builders drift into memory. The piece contrasts youthful play with aging reflection on time’s passage.
An old time sale touts Unparalleled Bargains with a one price policy. It highlights Union Tailored Men’s Suits in fine cassimeres and cheviots from five to fifteen dollars, touting quality, durability, and fashion. It claims dozens of styles, with patterns in stock and many “cullings” from higher price lines.
An advertisement touts 32 29 Young Men's great suits of solid stock, well made and finished for the price. Warranted free from shoddy, extra serviceable for general use, priced at 33. Dark dressy diagonal fabric suits advertised as a rare bargain for a dressy and reliable young man’s suit at a nominal cost.
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