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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1897
Page
7
The excerpt shows ad rates for first insertions at 75 cents, with subsequent insertions at 60 or 20 cents depending on placement. It notes contractors may exceed space for notices and lists a Special Representative in New York City and policy on rejected manuscripts.
Fragmentary dispatches discuss Latin American and Caribbean topics including Venezuelan arbitration and Weyler’s pacification claims. Mentions ex-President Cleveland and Santiago Barroeta with scattered references to Madrid, Cuba, and political figures.
The Virginian notes a brief reference to slummer resorts with columns explaining their overlooked advantages for travelers seeking a quiet term away from the city din. The piece highlights how these retreats offer a calm escape for rest and relaxation.
Fragmentary remarks argue Cuba should gain absolute freedom from Spain, as continued conciliation seems doomed. References to Cuban bonds, revenues, and prolonged war losses frame independence as the only path to end devastation and avoid further bloodshed.
Extract notes a discussion about lynchings and reactions in The Virginian, with reference to events and concerns tied to mob violence and public response.
The article notes two lynchings of Black men for the same crime. In Fairfax County Virginia the sheriff followed the court and hanged the prisoner. In Urbana Ohio a mob freed and hanged a Black man after clashing with the militia, provoking Southern and Northern press commentary on regional justice.
The Gazette of Venice reports nearly one hundred American sailors from the Minneapolis were arraigned in Venice for fighting and brawling. The Virginian regrets the misconduct by sailors abroad and urges stronger discipline and responsibility as representatives of the United States to avoid international incidents.
Opinion calling the Senate to fully investigate the sugar tariff issue. It argues the sugar trust profits from a duty that raises prices and asks what favors were exchanged with Senators and the Republican party. It urges transparency to remove public suspicion and inform the people.
A writer argues that farmers have steadier livelihoods than city workers though both face risks. He notes farm life offers security through home ownership and predictable labor, while city salaries hinge on jobs and market swings. Many rural migrants regret leaving the farm despite urban promise.
The note offering 22 million dollars at 4 percent sold at 101 percent three times in London on Tuesday. The Washington Post warns about Grecian history writers needing clearer proposals for future generations. In Beltimore a landlord is under arrest for threatening to jail an evicted tenant to gain keys. Maryland law from 1896 makes such threats a crime. The Cincinnati Tribune reports a Arkansas State Senator jailed briefly for attempting to kill an editor, which would have led to longer confinement if successful.
Manuel Oliver Levy of Stonington identified as the oldest man in Connecticut in a local note. The report cites his birth in Portugal and long residence in the state.
Advert compares quality of suits, touts 37 men’s full suits with coats pants and vests in brownish and breyish materials. Priced at 4.97, notes durable construction and distinct fabric quality versus low quality glue‑held alternatives.
Fragmented ad copy notes children's suits in brownish fabrics with sailor collars. Mentions sizes 3 and 4 none larger, unfinished items, reefers and plain jackets up to age Wi, year round wear, pigments described as brownish mixtures.
Plaid wool cheviots boys suits offered in sizes up to sixteen with double seat knee strength features and bound collars. Reeves style jackets and reefer designs priced from one sixty nine dollars.
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