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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1896
Page
4
The column compiles brief notes on diverse topics from finance to diplomacy. It mentions bicycle makers forecasting $100 million in sales, Speaker Reed urging a Cuban resolution, Hitt’s forceful stance, and various international events. Also noted are local curiosities, Holy See and Madrid unrest, New York harbor fog, and political quips about suffrage and Utah jury size.
A Wednesday writer signed B argues that Reform Democrats will back the Democratic ticket under a legalized primary system. They insist these electors favor the primary law and will participate to endorse nominees chosen by the primary process.
A lengthy critique accuses Prohibition Reform leaders and writers of hypocrisy and machine politics. It argues Democrats, including Starke Myers Allyn Doyle and others, faced misrepresentation while seeking honest elections and a fair primary. Norfolk is praised as truly Democratic and united.
Persistent controversy surrounds the Texas battleship. Report on her condition after a New York yard visit is thought to end debate, but renewed scrutiny and ongoing criticism keep the issue alive.
The Norfolk Navy yard dispute spills into editorials with Washington Post criticism of the Texas wad. Captain Henry Glass defends the ship, claiming it will be the most efficient in its class with speed and maneuvering prowess, a claim supported by his wartime command expertise.
The Washington Post argues wrecks in New York harbor do not excuses. Colonel John S Cunningham of North Corona is said to own the largest tobacco farm in the United States. The Savannah News notes Madrid reports say 118000 troops have been sent to Cuba by March 1, costing the Spanish government $50000000. Spanish war impact is outlined. The Nashville Sun cites a Knoxville hardware dealer surrender to the gold standard and the Pittsburg and Western rail line entering receivership as two other commercial failures.
A fragmentary personals item notes Gov Stone urging Missouri Democrats to misopt the will rule and vote for free silver at Chicago. The piece also mentions varied historical and literary references, including the widow of Alexander Campbell in Bethany West Virginia and portraits by Brown, with a long, unfinished poem about life, work, and aging.
We slash winter stock before inventory with heavy price cuts on men youths and boys suits and overcoats. Our own fine garments from foreign and domestic cloths go at unprecedented low prices to clear out as season ends. Childrens suits priced at 1.95 to 4.75 offer bargains parents can’t miss this week.
Miller Rhoads & Co promote bulk buying benefits for three stores lowering prices. Featuring Grass Linens wash fabrics, Linen collars, un der mens shirts, and Ladies and children hosiery. Includes paper and envelope offerings and Star Linen Paper.
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