Annexation Treaty Moves Toward Senate Consideration
Cabinet approves Hawaiian annexation treaty with delays in signature and Senate submission anticipated within one or two days. The plan includes opposition fears, tariff timetables, and shifts from earlier terms notably dropping payments to ex-Queen Liliuokalani and Princess Kaahumanu as part of a broader immigration restriction stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Sherman
United States
Latch
Lorin Thurston
White House
Senate
Committee On Foreign Relations
Foster
Harrison
Lilivokamiant
Katulant
Kainlani
Una
Royral
Hawaiian Islands
National Master Mechanics Convention Opens in Newport News
The thirtieth annual convention of the National Association of Master Mechanics convened at Point Comfort hotel with R H Soule presiding. He noted railroad growth since the group's 29 year history as the union reached over 600 members and a healthy cash balance. Secretary John M Cloud reported 4 306 028 dollars collected in the year and bonds balance of 1650 dollars. Stewart resigned after eleven years as secretary as dues for next year were set at five dollars. Prescott and Stevens named honorary members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newport News
National Association of Master ‘Mechanics
John M. Cloud
O. Stewart
Stewart
G. H. Prescott
W. T. Stevens
Richmond Delegation Presents Loving Cup to Texas
A 104 member Richmond social clubs delegation arrived at Old Point Comfort by special train to present a costly silver loving cup to Texas officers. John D. Potts led the party aboard the Chesapeake and Ohio line, with lunch at Chamberlin hotel followed by 8 pm ceremonies in the Chamberlin dancing pavilion presided by W. B. Trigg. Rev. J. J. Gravatt offered prayers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Old Point Comfort
batWes
Texas
John D. Potts
Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad
Chamberlin Hotel
Chamberlin
W. B. Trigg
Richmond Locomotive Works
J. J. Gravatt
Holy Meinity
Formal presentation of cup to Bennett in Wise's absence
Mr. Virginius Newton made the formal presentation and the cup was received by Past Assistant Engineer Bennett, with Captain Wise absent during the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginius Newton
Bennett
Capt. Wise
Bryan Speech at Virginia Commencement Still Lives
At the University of Virginia commencement on the lawn at noon, William Jennings Bryan spoke before the Washington and Jefferson Literary Societies on Jefferson's ideas of government. The event drew visitors from across the country, with five special trains bringing crowds. Bryan then met guests at a two hour reception and luncheon hosted by Dr. Paul Barringer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlottesville
University of Virginia
William Jennings Bryan
Nebraska
Washington and Jefferson
Jefferson
Bryan
Paul B. Barringer
University
Randolph Mel
National Alumni Society
J. William Jones
D. D
Miller Manual Labor School
J. Hoge Tyler
Virginia
O'Bannon
Nichols
Prince William
Daniel Norman
Dr. Barringer
Local Brevities Highlight Church Services and Events
Union Mission held services led by Epworth Leagle of Trinity church. Centenary M E church Sunday school enjoyed an annual picnic at Buck Stoe Beach. Dr. Wy Driver’s new two story brick building rises at Free minson and Boush Streets by C R Parlett. A boy was injured when a horse ran on Church Street and threw the driver. Hiawatha Social club meets at Miss Annie Northets Wednesday at 8:30 PM. Gate Street Baptist hosts a concert Monday with General S Miller performing. Dr Pettis of the Marine Hospital returns from Mexico to Cape Charles. Dr Stoner relieves him, Dr Gardner goes to Baltimore. Mrs W T Throole attends a New York musicians convention. Police Magistrate John Crutchfield of Richmond was in the city yesterday and Monday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Mission
Epworth Leagle
Trinity Church
Centenary M. TE. Church
Buck Stoe Beach
Ll. T. Royster
Lawrence Ioyster
University of Virginia
Freeminson and
Boush Streets
C. R. Parlett
Church Street
Main
Hiawatha
Annie I
Pettis
Marine Hospital Service
Mexico
Stoner
Cape Charles
Gardner
Baltimore
W.T. Throole
New York
Convention of Musicians of the
United States
John Crutchfield
Richmond
Photographer Dr J I Taber Faces Telegraph Pole Prank
Surprising event in which an imitation postal card ad for photographer Dr J I Taber was distributed by unaware youths. The cards damaged telegraph poles, triggering a $5 fine per incident and prompting police contact. Mr Faber tracked the culprits and stopped further pole damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. I. Taber
Nice
Flo
Civil Services Examination For Draughtsman Posts
The consolidated examining boards of the post office and custom house will hold an examination starting yesterday in the United States court room. It aims to fill the positions of draughtsman and assistant draughtsman and an assistant in the department of agriculture at Washington. The exam, under civil service rules, will last two or three days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Postolice and Custom House
United States Court Room
Department of Agriculture
Washington
Tobacco Trust Trial Opens With Jury Intact
The American Tobacco Company trial proceeds with the original jury. Judge Fitzgerald denied motions to remove a juror and to examine another, while District Attorney Olcott described a cartel of five cigarette makers controlling prices, discounts, and distribution. Witness Joseph Park of Park & Tillford testified to exclusive handling and profits under an agreement with the company and pressure to drop rival brands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Witzgerald
American Tobacco Company
W. J. Lyan
Twitzgead
Olcott
Bryan
Choate
Wash
Piper
Srand
The
Morning Journal and Advertiser
Hie
Allen & Ginter
W. Duke, Sons & Co
Winney Manufacturing Company
W. S. Kimball & Co
Goodwin & Co
Allen & Clinter
Kinney Tobacco Company
Kimball & Co
Goodwin
Joss Byre
Mr. Olcott
Joseph Park
Park & Tillford
National Cigarette
Tobners
Mr. Butler
Tobicco Company
National Company
Park Tillford Agreement Under Scrutiny In Court
The Park Tillford firm faces questioning over a consignment of steel stored in their safe. Mr Park testifies the deal was voluntary and the firm intended to fulfill the agreement while cross examining statements about business principles guiding the affair. No additional witnesses were called before adjourning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Tobacco Company
Wilting
Park & Tillford
Park
Aly
Chonte
Favorable Crop Weather Across Much of the Nation
Weather Bureau notes generally favorable conditions for crops in most regions for the week ending June 4. Rain excessive in New England and parts of the Middle Atlantic. beneficial elsewhere. Nebraskan week strongest. cotton improves across the belt. Texas needs warmth and dryness in the north. winter wheat improves coastwise. harvests underway in Missouri Illinois and Kansas. rains in Eastern Washington lifting crop prospects. tobacco requires rain in Tennessee and Kentucky. Florida early plant cut. Wisconsin Ohio planting active. Virginia and Maryland Indiana crops planted and set.
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Washington
The
Weather Bureau
New England
Middle Atlantic States
Ohio Valley
Tennessee
Missouri
Gulf States
Mississippi
Nebraska
Cotton
South Carolina
Gorgia
Texas
Pacific Coast
Kansas
Ilinois
Oregon
California
Minnesota
North Dakota
Kentucky
Pennsylvania
Florida
Wisconsin
Ohio
Virginia
Maryland
Indiana
Mr Bryans Thanks Rail Line For Virginia Beach Visit
W J Bryan expresses gratitude to I WT Pannill general passenger agent Norfolk and Southern railway for courtesies during a visit to Virginia Beach in June 1897. He compliments the resort, beach, bathing, and hotel and railroad accommodations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
I. WT. Pannill
Norfolk, Virginia
Leach and Southern Railway
Sir
Olay
Virginia Beach
W. J. Bryan
Professors Elected at Washington and Lee University
In Lexington Virginia on June 15 ex Representative Harry St George Tucker was elected by the board of trustees to fill the chair of Constitutional and International Law left vacant by his father’s death. William Steynolde Vance of Shelbyville Indiana was elected assistant professor of law to succeed John W. Davis. Professor Charles A Graves was named dean of the law school.
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Lexington
Harry St. George Tucker
Washington and Lee University
Tucker
William Steynolde Vance
Shelbyville
I.c
John W. Davis
Charles A. Graves
Law School
Judge Shepherd Delivers Alumni Address at University Chapel
Judge Seth Shepherd of Washington D C and Bullitt of Virginia spoke at the University chapel in Lexington Virginia on June 16 to address graduates. The event featured Shepherd delivering a strong public address and Bullitt delivering the alumni remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexington
Seth Shepherd
Washington
D. C
Todly
Washuston
Daliverel Sneechoo
Bullitt
Virginia
University Chapel
Officers elected by Ruth Lodge No. A M for ensuing year
Ruth Lodge No A M last night elected officers for the ensuing year. George W Wright was chosen WARG W W View, We Wee TT, Hodes treasurer, Win N Grubb secretary, T J Randolph 8 D W MM Retteon J D A Rives steward BG ne wd, J R Powell chaplain W M Pecuit ter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Lodge
A. M
George W. Wright
W. W. View
W.s TL. Royster
Hodes
Win
N. Grubb
T. J. Randolph
D. W. MM. Retteon
J. D. A. Rives
Stewart
Ne Wd
J. R. Powell
W. M Pecuit
Ter
De Witts Witch Slagel Salve touted for all skin troubles
An advertisement claims the salve can cure piles, eczema, covens, scalds, burns, bruises and ulcers. Quoted names include DD G Sterling J M Trotter Norfolk RR L Walker Brambleton Truett Smith Berkley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Witt
G. Sterling
J. M. Trotter
Norfolk
L. Walker
Brambleton
Truett & Smith
Berkley
Fine cows on sale at McCleary and McClellan stables
Local farm offers a load of fine cows for sale at McCleary and McClellan stables today. The event focuses on high quality dairy and beef cattle available to buyers in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCleary & McClellan
Fuel Cost Drops to 3c per Gallon Daily at 286 Main Street
Fragments report a price of three cents per unit for fuel daily at 286 Main Street with no heat mentioned. The note ends with a signature or name Swed fri-t £ unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main Street
Sweed
Senate Advances On Sugar Schedule Amid Trust Debate
Washington June 15 1807 The Senate moved through the sugar schedule of the Lam Bill except the Hawaii clause The Pettigrew anti trust amendment was debated and voted to table It would have granted free duty for articles dominated by trusts The discussion covered cost comparisons and implications for domestic production and tariffs
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Washington
Senate
Hawaii
Lindsay
Kentucky
Pettigrew
Alabama
Meesra
Morgan
Pettus
Hoar
Massachusetts
Allison
Yeas
Melinery
Tate
Cattery
United States
Germany
Alison
Wbove
Tawakian Islands
Air. Allison
Dlear
Flo
Pettigrew Amendment Sparks Senate Debate on Trusts
In a heated session the Pettigrew amendment to the tari bill faced opposition from Senators Nelson Caffrey and others who warned it could alter revenues and threaten industries. Pettigrew defended the measure as a remedy against trusts, while allies urged delays and further amendments as the Sugar Trust issue lingered. The debate shifted to the sugar schedule and dairy provisions before adjournment after a brief executive session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pettus
Wong
Nelson
Minnesota
Pettigrow
Tie
Caffrey
Mer. Lindsay
Allison
Pettigrew
Yons—Adilison
Burrows
Cullom
Davis
Deboo
Biking
Fairbanks
Toraker
Prye
Gear
Hanna
Hawley
Flour
McBride
McMillan
Mason
Penrose
Perkins
Phutt
Connecticut
Platt
New York
Pritcehara
Proctor
Quinny
Sewall
Shoup
Spoooner
Thurston
Warren
Wellington
Wetmore
Wilson
Republicans
Jones
Nevada
Sliver
Morgan
Metnery
Ndemograts
Nays
Bacon
Bate
Berry
Il Wy
Goree
Mesars, Pasco and
Chilton
Senate
Senator Tilman Seeks Head Tax on Immigrants in Tariff Bill
Washington reports Senator Tilman will offer an amendment to the tariff bill setting a $10 head tax on all immigrants. It would punish entering the U S to trade or work without intent to become a citizen. The clause lasts only until silver coins are minted at 16 to 1 with gold under the same conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Tilman
United States
Saw Mill Destroyed by Fire Near Lord's Depot
Edwards saw mill near Lord's Depot in Dinwiddie county burned this afternoon destroying a large quantity of timber. The cause is believed to be a defective flue. Loss set at 5000 dollars with insurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Petersburg
Edwards
Lord's Depot
Dinwiddie County
Prohibitionists Win Beaufort Town Vote by 128 Majority
Beaufort North Carolina reports a Prohibitionist victory by 128 in Beaufort town and 82 in the township. The notice endorses De Witt's Little Early Risers for constipation and liver issues, listing D G Sterling and others.
Giles County Chooses Delegates for Roanoke Convention
Richmond Va June 14 Giles county today selected ten delegates to the Roanoke convention and instructed them the vote for Major J Hoge Tyler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Giles County
Roanoke
J. Hoge Tyler
Electric Bitters Advertised as Seasonal Tonic
An old ad promotes Electric Bitters as a general tonic and alterative for languor liver torpor and malaria symptoms. It claims relief from headache indigestion constipation and dizziness and urges purchases at Burrow Martin & Co. Drug Store with a price of 56 cents or 1.00 per bottle and a contact at Main Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burrow
Martin & Co
Richmond Delegates Split as Democrats Meet in June
Richmond reports 76 delegates to the State Democratic convention with 40 instructed, 23 uncommitted, and 13 favoring Ellyson. Tyler’s supporters claim local turnout reflects birthplace influence, while Ellyson backers see the results as significant for future nominations. Governor O Farrell’s honorary membership debate at Lee Camp is noted, as is Virginius Newton expected to head First National Bank. The Rev John W Harris's funeral cortege and burial at River View are reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Tyler
Ellyson
Alexander
Aesnew
Ells
Appomattox
William Lamb
Republican Party
Walt
Nogold
O'Farrell
H. M. Smith
O'Ferrall
Chesapeake, and Ohio Railway
Nassville
Ips
Johns. Harwood
R. B. Boykin
Lewis
Barley
C. J. Wingo
Virginius Newton
A. L. Boulware
First National, Bank
Boulware
John W. Harris
Deep Creek
Portsmouth
Cresapeakesand Ohio Railroad
Richmond Brethren Ag Folloy
John W. Furgusson
Hill Monasque
W. H. Bailey
L. A. Tucker
Thomas A. Scott
T. Wiley Davis
River View, Cemetery
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Ad Endorsed by Burrow, Martin
Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised as the best salve for cuts, bruises, sores, ulcers, fever sores, tetter, chilblains, corns, and skin eruptions with guaranteed satisfaction or money back. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by Burrow, Martin & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burrow, Martin & Coy
Bids Opened for Citizens' Bank Building Project
Bids for the new Citizens' Bank building were opened yesterday with estimates around the eleven thousand dollar mark. Eight bidders submitted offers including Smith & Son Baltimore Hunt & Bro Richmond Henry Ripple Baltimore Frank May Norf al and D W Thoman Baltimore Marrow Bros Baltimore Gil & Son Burgess and Garber Washington The lowest bid amount was not yet announced. The building is described as seven stories high with dimensions listed in earlier notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizens’ Bank
Smith & Son
Baltimore
Hunt & Bro
Richmond
Henry Ripple
Frank May
Wnorfall
D. W. Thoman
Reeracer
Marrow Bros
Gil_&son & Burgess
Mr. Garber
Washington
De Witt's Pills Mentioned By Texas Enterprise Writer
A fragmentary note cites Thos Bow ers of Crockett Enterprises criticizing De Witt's Tutti Early Risers pills for headaches and stomach and liver issues. The garbled text also references D G Sterling, Trotter, Norfolk, and Truett & Smithy Herlie Ps in a newspaper snippet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos, Bowers
Crocket
Texas
de Witt
D. G. Sterling
I, Trotter
Norfolk
Brambleton ‘Truett
Smithy Herlie
Fragmented Ad Copy on Dental Rooms and German Item
A damaged OCR fragment mentions dental rooms in New York and a reference to Germany. The text is incomplete and unclear, offering little verifiable detail beyond partial phrases about advertisements and discoveries.
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Haster
Sensionad Qa Point
Bim
Jefperson
Civil Services Examination
Corporation of Corporations
Shepherd
Hee
Veltigorew
Parlir
Kapil
Tilmans Amendment
Beaufort
N. C
J. M. FP. Trotter
T. L. Walker
Uae Dairies
Talbede
Col. Art
Saanille
Des Gens Bank
N. Y
sTanlay
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