18 Jul 1897
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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1897
Page
1
The piece hints at a emerging party movement in Wailea Staica amid shifting U.S. political currents. It argues that American desires could push toward conflict, analyzing public sentiment and potential realignments shaping future policy debates.
The Spectator foresees a new Western collectivity influencing world politics, risking clashes with trusts, farmers, and urban artisans. It cites possible 1900s shifts toward a Western populist presidency, commissive pressure on railroads, and bimetal schemes to win silver voters.
The report states that the loss is now openly charged to official speculation, resulting in faulty workmanship. It names the implicated parties and underscores the controversy over responsibility and the consequences for stakeholders.
In Berlin a government compromise with grain exchange traders collapses, leaving farmers unsure what prices to seek as new crops approach. Socialists jailed for lese majeste and Russo Polish students arrested and sent to the frontier. Emperor William opposes arbitration losses over Schaumburg Lippe succession. A Berlin professor ridicules current governance as socialism feared in upcoming elections.
Miss Pauline Larrabee and her mother arrived in Berkley to take charge of the Ryland Institute for the coming session. Larrabee, former director of music at Nyland Institute, is described as personable and Christian and comes with years of North Coast teaching experience. The Ryland Institute, founded in 1989 by Miss Lula M. Vint, is noted for its standing in youth education and the retiring principal’s recognized leadership.
Elections across several counties and towns drafted delegates to the Democratic convention in Roanoke. Tyler wins support for governor and attorney general across multiple districts while various counties allocate votes and names for the party slate.
Captain Abbott reports on the Waee Chinww river in the Carolinas being kept in good condition by a snag boat, with two new transport lines and day and night service. The War Dept balance for continued improvements is 2939. Freight carried totaled 1 781 390 tons. 705 was spent on Lumber River obstructions removal.
The Merry Lana Camping Club of York Pennsylvania will visit Virginia Beach next Tuesday. They will be hosted by Captain T J Liehardsen for the day with Merldohn and Pandy as disaster of ceremonies due to Captain’s accident. The Ponneyivanians arrive on a spooky train and return to Ocean View at an unspecified time. Special preparations and a warm reception are planned, with the group bringing a band and thirty pieces.
Real estate activity notes a sale recorded by Byrd Haluwin and Co. in Princesa Apune county near Norfolk. The buyer is AL Ikelim Tar for 1590 dollars. Details on the old Point Bowdoy schedule and related dates appear in the disrupted notice.
Washington July 17 180% Republicans announce agreement on tariff terms after partisan conference. Senate and House differ on sugar duties hides wool tobacco iron ore and cotton. A new schedule raises duties on refined sugar to boost revenue while preserving key protections. Public printing slated for Monday with hopes to present to Democrats for final passage.
A Chattanooga news item notes the Baptist Young People's Union gathering in Buffalo and Lookout Mountain events. Activities included prayer, testimony, and regional meetings for representatives from America, with reports from Frank Harvey Wield and J. J. Conley, urging steady spiritual growth and fraternal ties among the branches.
Deep interest marked the Epworth League meetings at Massey Hall and Cooke’s Church in Toronto with large crowds unable to gain admission. Addresses by leading bishops and ministers covered Women’s Work, Foreign Lands, and the Forward Movement. A grand sunrise meeting at Reserve Park drew about 1,000 attendees, with plans for a 19 000 grand stand audience and multiple sessions across venues including Metropolitan Church.
Mr B A Stakes of Baltimore visited Neofolie yesterday to observe Monticello Trotel progress. The ties rested for several days at Virginia Beach. Prices listed as $123.09 to 7 cents and gas is noted as cheaper than coal or wool. See the ranges at the Gis Olllee.
July 17 at Richmond Van saw a crowd attend Temple cycling events with top riders competing in the half mile open and novice one mile. Carr of Palthemere set a record that was tied by Schade of Herndon and Taek Tenor of Richmond in the half mile. Schade later ran a 1 0 5 4 time in the heat. The novice one mile was won by B. G. Holt with N. Matthews close behind.
Vaexingten Kentucky July 17 City Judge Gray Toalkener admitted Jacobs 8 Haar ris fur lating big wife's lover Thowia J Merritt here last Friday night held Iney that the nuotion of the man who aremres to destruction of his bloated married tree and his dishonored children by striking down the destroyer after all must be determined at the bar of humanwire Tiwnan meture will excuse the one who so avenges
Levy Bros launches a rebuilding sale with deep discounts across a vast merchandise range. Bargains include linens, clothing, bed linens, silks, towels, curtains, and more, inviting customers to shop first for the rebuild and save.
A large trunk factory in Blandford owned by Mesgry Barhan and Romaine burned early this morning, likely started near the roof. About 100 workers were employed, with weekly pay around 500, and the loss may reach 28,000 dollars, partly insured. Precinct meetings in Petersburg discussed delegates to the county convention and likely support for Tyler for Governor and Lassiter for Attorney General. Rev J C Cleveland has accepted a pastorate at Chapel Hill NC and ordination plans are under consideration. Court dates set for several assault and battery cases involving Petersburg police and residents, with damages sought around 5,000 to 10,000 dollars.
Large fields and light winds marked the Detroit Blue Ribbon meeting on July 17. In trotting, 2:14 and pacing 2:11 events drew eighteen and twenty starters respectively, with Valence and Frank Hogs winning multiple heats. Notable entrants included Gime, Tosa Time, Prime, Italian, and Atlantic. Tom Quudent won the free-for-all heats and race, while Royal Victor also began.
Washington reports say the United States government will press Spain for a $75,000 indemnity to the family of Dr. Ruiz who died in jail in Cuba. Special envoy Woodford is directed to present the claim and seek justice, with the possibility of pursuing larger sums if warranted. The démarche aims to compel Spain under international obligation and protect American interests.
Fragmentary report from Washington July 17 notes a labor leader being sent to a commission on immigration. The text is heavily garbled with ads and mis-read phrases, but hints at a formal appointment related to border or policy matters. The piece includes stray advertising lines for dental remedies and artists, interwoven with the main notice.
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