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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1897
Page
7
A fragmented extract notes Om Watsons drive to unseat Po st Chairman Butler in American elections. It mocks Kansas City Journal editors on lynching stance and blames Lon on Journals for hawkish views on US Japan Hawaii, plus various opinion snippets about Cuba and foreign policy.
The Virginian prints an interview with Gen. W. D. Groner on Norfolk growth commerce and how to expand business. He cites natural advantages and self help plus cooperation as keys to transforming Norfolk into Greater Norfolk while noting cheaper coastal shipping and the impact of bimetallism advocating Bryan. Norfolk welcomes the distinguished visitor and his discussion promises insight and instruction.
The Augusta Chronicle examines the nature of news with definitions ranging from general public interest to the daily record of humanity. It notes readers often request omitting news about themselves while demanding coverage of others, and questions whether publishers should suppress legitimate items to placate payers.
The Tribune of the People aton announces the first lecture in a Chautauqua by the Sea series in the city. Hon. William Jennings Bryan, renowned tribune of the people, will deliver the opening address at the Armory tomorrow evening.
A store flaunts ultra low prices on men’s wear including crash salts, duck trousers, and full suits. Navy serge coats and double breasted cheviot suits are offered in multiple sizes, with teen and young men options like tweed and quilted pieces all at remarkably low prices.
Representative Halley of Texas cites Missouri election as Chicago platform proof and endorses Mr Bryan. He says Bryan is a better Democrat now than at nomination, broadened views, tariff focus past, and embodies popular democracy. Batley predicts the national Democratic convention will reaffirm the Chicago platform.
The nation needs economy in administration not more revenue. Honest collection of dues is vital and government spending should fall. Tariffs and currency must be examined while taxes stay enough to meet requirements, avoiding imposition and overreach.
Two million pounds' worth of German toys are sold in England each year and London cabmen earn about two million and a quarter per annum. A Madras dentist reportedly received L700 for supplying the Hyderabad nizam with false teeth. The United States Senate is developing into a magnanimous body by refusing to single out and punish its introducers, per New York Journal.
Captain Francis Martin of Detroit celebrated his 97th birthday and attended Napoleon's funeral. Cherry Farm near Washington is selected by President McKinley as a summer home site. The Conscience Fund yielded a lump sum of $14,225 in the past year, the largest single payment ever received.
Young men offered four suits of elegant Cheviot wool, finely cut and trimmed, at an unprecedented price of only six porty-might. No merchant tailor required, unique designs said to fit well for affordable fashion.
A brief ad notes money saving Wash Sailor Suits for boys sizes 8 to S priced at 23 cents each. The small window display highlights the offer as a quick choice while stock lasts.
Bargains that cannot be duplicated elsewhere offer high quality office coats and men suits at unprecedented rates. Styles include plaid cheviot sack suits, navy serge unlined serge suits with coat pants and vest, linen coats up to 44 inches, and fine cassimere and cheviot suits. Prices fall to fractions with sizes from 3 to 10, double breasted reefer suits, and sailor collars priced at sixty five cents.
Bargain boys suits offered in reefers and plain fabrics up to size 16, with extra large collars and longer blouses. Priced at eighty nine cents to ninety eight cents, with neck and fabric enhancements, offered as desirable wash fabrics. Includes size up to age 10. Ninety eight cents. Sixty eight cent sailor suits.
Beautiful plaid children’s suits in sizes 8 to 16 feature durable double seats and knees, patait bands, and tape seams. The article notes another record breaker for the One Thirty-Nine, signaling a notable milestone in fashion and design.
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