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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 10, 1896

Page

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Weyler’s harsh orders spark harsh Cuban deportations

In Valana and Tampa, March reports detail General Weyler tightening control in Cuba. Deported civilians face weak proof, with many jailed or sent to Ceuta and the Pines, as his officers receive stricter directives. The piece notes mistreatment, unreliable evidence, and the fear among families, clerks, and shipkeepers under the crackdown.

Weyler Spain Shi Oraily Wexler Iberty Pando Masten Ishin Palouse Ceuta Africa Win el

Refugees flee to the United States amid unrest

The document quotes J. Frank Clark describing districts sleeping on the ground at night and crawling under thatch in the heat, with elites seeking refuge abroad to avoid violence and potential execution. He notes peaceable citizens escaping to the United States, Mexico or other countries.

United States Mexico J, Frank Clark

Republican Committee in session amid tensions in Richmond

In Richmond Virginia the Republican District Committee met tonight amid claims of an address censuring Chairman Lamb. In Chesterfield County the Old Dominion Cotton Mills were sold to Morris Bishop and J A Smith for 17400, with plans to reopen employing about 250. A Farmville dispatch reports Gregory shot Christian and Samuel Glover after a note urged vengeance. both victims wounded, Gregory surrendered at the courthouse.

Waly Woutaloadl Tilchmond Ua Bectel Howdy Hag Allan Will Lamb Old Dominion Cotton Mills Manchester Messrs. Morris & Bishop New York J. A. Smith Hessemer N. Y Swift Creek Chesterfield County Tetereburg White Hall Huet Ingham County Samuel Christian Glover Emmett Oo Chemory Gregory Sp Buster Christiin Glover Samuel Ghiver Moth Glovers

Riot in Bilbon Targets US Consulate

A violent anti American mob of about 1000 attacked the United States Consul residence and then the consulate. They stoned the doorway and shouted Death the Yankees and Down with the United States. Gendarmes guarding the consulate repelled the crowd as fights broke out injuring three officers and several mob members. The force dispersed the crowd at midnight.

Mairi Mareh Bilbon Frst United States

Swidaling Holding and Lawn Agent Faces Warrants

Dr Luke McGhee, a smooth talking newcomer from St Louis, is accused in Jacksonville of obtaining money under false pretenses. Two warrants allege he solicited stock in a new building and loan company near Atlanta and did not forward funds to the Atlanta headquarters. McGhee appeared last week and won many local friends before the allegations surfaced.

Swidaling Holding Jacksonville Phi March Luke McGhee McGhee St. Louis Ile Athawnta Amd Mir. Metther Atlanta

Baltimore Trust Funds Show Cause Order Issued

Baltimore on March 2 1896 Judge Harlan signed an order requiring the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company to show cause by March 29 why all funds held in trust for the Baltimore and Ohio Misplayers Roller Association amounting to about 400000 should not be brought into court and why a new trustee should not be appointed. Allegations claim the company diverted funds for personal use and used them to cover floating debt.

Baltimore Harlan Maltimore and Ohio T Railroad Company Baltimore and Olin

Pardon Denied for Corner of Adwiuina in May Sentence

President refused clemency for J. F. Corner of Adwiuina who was sentenced in May 130 to one year in the Kings Pound penitentiary in Brooklyn. The Clerk of Pardons was asked to report required procedures to determine Corner's sanity. Rommel of Georgia, convicted of counterfeiting in February 191, is now confined in the Ojo penitentiary.

Wuellngton Presiden J. F. Coirner Adwiuina Kings Pound Brooklyn N.o Forei Weiling Pase Rommel Georgia ISI

Disputed Premiership Shifts Italian Foreign Posts

The report notes Marquis ab Pundini may resign duties after taking the Premiership and withdraws from plans to reduce military presence in Africa. General Weatts, UK War Minister, reportedly abandons a troop reduction. Signor Venosta is expected to become Foreign Affairs Minister.

Winister London Mareh Thome Conte Marquis Ab Pundini Africa Weatts Dignatch Signor Venosta

Striking Garment Workers Parade At Diminished Turnout

A Baltimore procession by striking garment workers drew far fewer marchers than anticipated, with estimates between 2000 and 7000 workers expected but under 2000 actually taking part. The event aimed to display strength to the public, yet turnout fell short of leaders' hopes and prior projections.

Sirikows Povo Baltimore Mareth Pereherss

War talk on belligerency and Cuba policy sparks Senate debate

The House and Senate debate belligerency under Grant era guidance, weighing military force, and the Cuban question. Speakers defend or oppose recognizing belligerency while referencing Dupont, Weßler, and Spanish Cuba affairs, with emphasis on constitutional limits and wartime powers.

Insane Man Hurls Firearm Rampage on Port Street

A man named Lae Delnt shot at Peter Moore on Port Street injuring his shoulder and engaged in a gunfight with police officers. Constable How arrived, opened fire, and Lipolit fatally shot a suspect who then collapsed before capture. Several bystanders were wounded and police recovered the revolver. The assailant, about 40, had been drinking heavily and showed signs of deranged behavior.

Brockyillg Gaturlo Porth Street Peter Moore Tose Lipolit Till Fred Dielason Hohisley Cour Ba Polit Iinstey Tae Pol Larpoint Mtn Ta Giaane Ayia Calef Rose Will Hye Choma Liv Linstey Perover Trabhin Dickson Abso Liam Wilborn Nebert Hoye Red Sue George Stumm McCourmick Thomas DeBerenu Jaeit Chet Wilen

Bank Wrecker Trial in Johnson City Opens

A federal court case against Crandall Nat a bank wrecker from Kooxvilly Tennessee began in United States Court with several witnesses set. D. Mallory assistant cashier of the Southern National Bank of New York testified about Crandall’s bank dealings. The bank closed with less than 3000 cash in reserve and 6000 from reserves or loans.

Kooxvilly Mareh &Aj Wiel Johnson D. Mallory Southern National Bank of New York Mo Mallory Ramdall Shotiridee & Co Crandall Tobaccso Company Syyc Mutit Hai Mor Cranial An My Miller Institutios

Explosion Kills Three in Chattanooga Mine Accident

Three men died in a coal mine blast at the Oweka owanee and Duriam Coal Company pit near Chattanooga Tennessee. A spark from an open miner lamp ignited blasting powder, causing a violent explosion that injured Warren Crawford a tain and left John Morris with no chance of recovery. All victims were Black. Separate item notes Monadnock’s first service after twenty one years and a cold remedy ad.

Chattanooga Tenn Mareh Apow Owekiwmanee and Duriam Cal Warren Crawford Kelso John Morris

Study Sehioud Association Monthly Meeting at Sunway School

The Study Sehioud Association’s monthly meeting at Sunway School featured Capt. MOC. Keelair as chair with Rev. J. C. Lennon giving mand overs. Ethel Prank, Eva Reed recited. Chia Matthews and Mr. Marnent performed solos. Banners listed prizes for attendance and local schools. Children’s Day observance committee to reconvene. Next meeting planned for second Sunday in April on South Norfolk Street.

Sehioud Association Sunway School Association Moc. Keelair J. C. Lennon Ethel Prank Eva Reed Chia Matthews Marnent Ty Dekles Econtm Buts Apwerth South Norfolk

Injured Youth Dies After Accidental Shot At Ocean View

A self-inflicted or accidental shooting at Ocean View left a young man named Jolmcorn gravely injured. He was transported to St Vincent's Hospital for treatment by Dr Southeater Leigh and Dr Younis of Epworth Methodist Church. Hospital officials reported his condition as critical with expected death before morning. The victim was said to reside in Baltimore.

Thomas Varnes Mvs Ocean View Johnson Jolmcorn Hac St. Vincent's Dos Southeater Leigh Younis Epworth

Death of Mrs Annie L Redden at Residence

Mrs Annie L Redden died Saturday around 7 p m at her home 110 Reservoir Avenue after a protracted illness She leaves three children and many friends to miss her The funeral was held yesterday at 4 p m at the residence conducted by Ded Howerton of the First Presbyterian Church and the remains were laid to rest at Coope Grove Cemetery by the family undertaker

Annie L. Redden Aled Reservoir Avenue Ded , Howerton First Coup Grove

Wreck of Norfolk and Western freighter near thirty ninth mile

Information reached the city last night of a freight train wreck on the Norfolk and Western at the thirty nine mile crossing. Twelve cars were said to be piled in a heap, but details were unavailable. The train due at nine last night had not arrived by two this morning. A wrecking car was dispatched from the city.

Norfolk and Western Railroad

Nine Days Prayer Service at St Sowegetys in March

A nine day service of prayer at St Sowegetys All Josephs Cauren Queen street begins this evening at eight o'clock and continues nightly through Thursday March 19 in preparation for the Feast of St Joseph on March 1.

All. Joseph’s Cauren Queen Street St. Joseph

Greenwood’s The Casket offers watches and repairs

Greenwood’s advertises large stock with quality and reasonable prices. The Casket promises gold guaranteed watches at standard prices, diamonds at special figures, and closing out remnants of ten and table spoons and forks. It also notes skilled watch repair work and a new discovery for teeth in Ennis.

Chreenwood's Greenwood

Holmes in Fine Humor as Holmes Faces Warrant Reading

Philadelphia March 9 The death warrant for H H Holmes on May 7 was read to the condemned man by Sheriff Clement in his cell at the county prison. Holmes remained calm and cheerful, exchanging remarks with officers and lawyers, and asked the Sheriff to be careful of the doorway as he prepared to die. He will be watched more closely and moved to a better lighted cell before execution.

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Mrs Maybrick Not Pardoned is Denied clemency

London March 9 The Daily News will say that Home Secretary Sir Matthew White Ridley after examining the additional evidence has decided no alteration should be made in the life sentence of Mrs Florence Maybrick the American woman convicted of poisoning her husband a Liverpool merchant several years ago

London Daily News Matthew White Ridley Ines Mra Florence Maybrick Kyo Liverpool

Freight wreck halts Norfolk and Western train at 39 mile siding

Petersburg notes report a freight derailment this afternoon on the Norfolk and Western at the 39 mile siding. Twelve cars wrecked, tracks blocked, and local area businesses and residents noted the disruption.

Bargain Prices Advertised At Levy Bargain House

Local notice lists cheap sale items including wool dress goods 25 yards, fine margellies bedspreads 49¢, 60 dozen unen towels, fine Japanese silks 19¢ to 29¢, and four button fold gloves below $1. The ad promotes a busy store at 174 Main Street and 196 Main Street with printed cut pricelist for this week.

Levy

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