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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1897

Page

1

The Presidents Ear At Is Salad the Tennessee Republican

Washington dispatch notes who may be appointed to key posts as the Senate debates committees and who seeks offices. Evans carries word of a Pension Commissioner appointment while 3000 plus seek positions. Chicago and Philadelphia figures named for posts. steering committee meetings discuss organizational plans amid tariff bill delays. Naval notes cover ship movements and a high profile wedding announced for next week.

Senate Alset Civil Service Congress Mwriends Mason Huntington Wilton Chicage Leration Paris Thomas EB. Neeidles Ig Lowry Iviliott Chicago Sherman William J3. Galtren Miarietta Galtren Meliiley J. Walter Blandford District of Columbia Ceneral Monkenna Mr. Olney Department of Justice

Star Chamber Session Draws Lamb Supporters to Washington

A secret gathering of Colonel Lamb’s followers at his Main Street office signals possible plans to send Lamb allies to Washington. Bowden may travel or influence, while W. M. Welch and W. M. Sparrow loom in local political maneuvers as Reformers seek appointments at the customs house.

Lamb Washington Cornel William Lamb Republican Party Bowden Mektinsey Star Chamber Colonel Lamb Main Street Yeas PLC W. O D. Groner John Jo Wadils Permadent Committee of Trust Lamblltes W. MW. Theregood Fourth Ward W. Aa. Sparrow Custom House Garfield

Supreme Court of Appeals Proceedings in Richmond

The court read resolutions in memory of Judge Crump and ordered they be spread on the records. Judge Buchanan was briefly detained by weather and did not hand down opinions. A summary list of cases followed, including Fulkerson v. City of His Fol, and various writs and appeals across multiple counties, with attorneys noted. The next case is New York Life Insurance Co. v. Dayig and others.

Richmond View Mareh Tenly Supreme Court of Appeals Bar Association Fulkerson Corporation Court City of Risk Oglesby Ve. Trughes Circuit Court of Wythe County Slicks Patterson Hastings Court Rosle Gaines Trustes Handley Circuit Court Amelia County Wilson Dawson Noonoke New South Building and Loan Association Nekl Corporation Court of Roanoke Lowel James Upton Middlesex County Richmond Electria Company Wiliams Et Henrico County Osborne Big Stone Gap Colliery Company City of Bristol Combs and Wife Chandler Corporation Court City of Leks Argerbright Tazewell County Ronald Spindle Et Montgomery County Commonwealth Mullins County Court of Dickinson Haskins Wool Witcanising Company Cleveland Shipbuilding Company John ML. Johnson Mos. Calloway Appellees Col. I. Smith Appelant

Despondent man dies after strychnine at Whitehall market

In Mareh Ga a man identified as Andresw Wil Hie, an accused dutcher, took strychnine at a meat market on Whitehall street and died within fifteen minutes. He could not find work and was despondent.

Achuita Mareh Andresw Wil- Hie Tyes Whitehall Street

General Lee to Remain Separate From Spanish Affairs

British citizen released. protest over Cuban incident grows. Rebels sack Bejucini, burn houses, and another group captures Quinvican. Consul Lee wary of impartial trial. fear for witnesses and Cuban lawyers. Judge affirms imprisonment of Charles Scott over postage stamps. American citizen arrested at Cardenes on May 15 faces trial.

Mareh Vyia Key West Pia Mareh 1 Bejucini Cantilo Quinvican Luis United States Lee Spain Iula Lem Mags Tr Leshles Nein Ral Lee Poysonel Friends United Msl Pears Payeer Einer Prederick Malmeden Cyanahacen Hiarles Scott Matanvas Cardenis

Deepwater Terminal Talks on European Steamship Lines

Special agents of the Pennsylvania Railway company report negotiations successful to establish a direct steamship line from Philadelphia to Copenhagen and other European cities. Plans include first class passenger accommodations, with schedules to follow as the port at Port Norfolk and new export facilities are arranged, signaling expansion of overseas trade.

Dpenestvainia Railway Company Como Copenhugen Eireles Philadelhia Tine Nortolie W. Z. Cooke Pennsylvania Port Norfolk Tieet Athroet Soom

Unclear historic report on coastal states and officials

Fragmented OCR recounts a 1919 era diplomatic incident involving police, a British consul, and Greek government actions. It references a Crown official, alleged invasions, and mobilization of troops, with mentions of a payment fund and a Greek government deposit. The readable text is highly garbled.

Greece and Crete Debate Moves in Commons

In the House of Commons London, speakers described Greece’s stance on Crete. Sir William Verdon questioned government neutrality as Ameler Morelen stated no Greek concession had been made. The discussion focused on Greece’s official position and potential implications for governance.

London Maret Jllu Mouse of Commons Willan Coorg Naturnon Ameler Morelen Repdytsee Crete Nomvan Williai Greece

Evansville Train Wreck Yields Multiple Bodies

Dozens of bodies were recovered after a passenger train wreck on the Evansville and Toledo line near White River yesterday morning. Herbert Allen of Mooneville, a door keeper at the Indiana Legislature's last session, is confirmed dead along with Phillips of Mort Wayne. officials say 12 to 15 bodies may be in the wreck as rising water hampers search efforts.

Evansville Torre Tianhe White River Herbert Alien Mooneville Indiana Phillips Mort Wayne Manmy

Austria and Greece in Crete Crooked by War Claims

A News Agency report quotes Mae Wingy condemning Austria over Crete and Bosnia. It accuses Britain’s Sir Bilotti of bias toward Turks, noting Crete tensions and European actions affecting Greece. The account portrays Greek and Balkan fears amid external pressures.

Vieni Neie Prete Presse Dm Ath- Ohs Greece Mae Wingy oAillotis Cane Assistio Bilotti Iiiisi

Court Records Reveal Travelers and a Fatal Shooting

A report from DPlekins county details Mrs John Crow’s alleged jealousy linked to a trip from Cheraw, leading to a pistol duel that wounded Miss Mattie Rich and killed bystander Mrs Crew who shot toward her husband. The incident occurred near the Creighton Soldier mane.

Athinta Mareh Ue Jaeper John Crow Dplekins County Cheraw Mattie Rieh Dina Crow Crew Rich Rheirl Mrs. Craw Rich Pebb Creighton

Court House Burglary At Peel Nickss Worth Plundered

At Peel this week the courthouse was blown open and a sum of 400 carried away. Two thousand cents just received from the mint formed part of the loot. Sheriff Kawft man is at a loss for clues in this local burglary case.

Tavirange Mareth—Latrange Sarre Peel Kawftman

Maine Repurposed Vessel Honor Gift in New Orleans

A two week stay ends as the battleship Maine departs New Orleans amid a riverfront salute. The Maine received a hand silver cup from Maine natives, while local factories and river crowds celebrate the voyage on a sunny morning. Tea promotion from Mazapura Ceylon India markets appears in the scene.

New Orleans Marcia Dhaenart Gay Port

Insolvency of Lexington Savages Bank Leads to Loss

In Baltimore Thimore in March IL the insolvency of the Lexington Savitages bank and the defalcation of Ita president and cashier Everett J. Waring, who vanished last Saturday, are linked to about 817,000 in losses. Defrauded depositors and stockholders report tens of thousands lost to various misappropriations, with Waring missing and unlikely to return. Depositors, mostly local residents, seek refunds and await more information as police and officials investigate the case.

Thimore March Lexington Savitages Bank Ita Everett J. Waring Waring

Notable Regulator Trial Slips Into Turbulent Testimony

In Springtel Ohio George Jackson, a Colored Calbminn, faces questions about Pearl Bryan's death. Witnesses claim Pearl was driven by a man named Jackson and an associate, with new testimony prompting calls for a formal action. The case hinges on Jackson and Willing relations and the timing of possible punishment.

Chienago Moreh Springtel Sawa George Jackeooon Pearl Mrva Pearl Bryan Sands Walling Jackson Jether Sheen

Confused Political Conference Endorses Silver Question

A state political gathering produced resolutions backing constitutional silver and favored related election positions. The event, led by party chair, discussed candidate alignment and party strategy while remaining unclear on some specifics. The convention also touched on party unity and future steps.

Lynechbors Morehi Daniel

Unclear OCR Fragment Prompts Local Notice

Fragmentary text from an OCR page mentions Corson Hodis Testelson and referees. It references the iteensberg bubes and a Miles event with unclear details. The line ends with a garbled remark about performance and a person named Siterts.

Corson, New Marpel Testelson Iteensberg Bubes Siterts Alvel

Elevator Disaster Destroys Structures and Stock

A large elevator in Muttalo NOY was destroyed and a transfer matter collapsed into the water. The Dane elevator also suffered damage with a hoist machine and grain losses reported. Total listed loss reaches 85 000 dollars with alledged grain value around 5 000 dollars.

Muttalo NOY Marveh

Public notice of state convention call and agenda

A public notice announces a state convention to be held March 25 to discuss a proposed national committee. The conference aims to consider actions related to regional interests and possible arrangements for upcoming governance. No further details on participants or locations are provided.

Omulia The Free Sive

Mills cut production time in Eastern Chinagda text

Eastern Chinagda mills reduce output to three days a week as a result of a three day work week. The plan aims to shorten production time and increase efficiency amid market pressures.

Halifax N.S. Marehi Chinagda Tleeve

New York Governor Signs Felony Drug Possession Bill

In Albany today Governor Pitek signed the needosne drops DML, criminalizing possession or administration of drugs or narcotics to any person by anyone except licensed practitioners. The measure targets nonmedical handling and aims to curb illicit distribution.

Ibang N.Y Maret di—Chovernar Pitek

Loans in New York Banks Advance Tariff Duties

In Ududed Gaodia New York on March 11 loans totaling 34 million dollars were secured from New York banks within a week to cover duties on goals held to lend amid anticipated tariff increases. A single loan of 500000 dollars was obtained today.

New York

Legislature adjourns without passing key appropriation bills

Little Rock Ark March 11 The legislature adjourned sine die at noon today after failing to pass any appropriation bills for the executive and judicial departments of the state government and for various charitable and educational institutions.

Little Hoek Ark

Russian Emperor Bicycles Admired by Sisters

The Emperor of Russia does not carve much for the bicycle but his sisters are devoted to it. The report highlights the imperial interest in cycling among royal circles and notes their enthusiasm despite the sovereign’s limited personal involvement.

Russia

New Atlantic Route and Refugees Dominate Athens Scene

Reported chaos surrounds a new Atlantic route amid political tension in Athens on March 1. Protests as civilians claim government and military actions, with Crete refugees described as destitute and frightened, many missing food and shelter. several children born during disembarkations.

New York Politicians Clash Over Treaty Resolutions

Prominent New York figures at a Manhattan meeting clashed amid cheers and hisses as Mayor Strong and Seth Low sparred over resolutions urging Senate ratification. Lynn urged against the treaty while duties of the chair and roaring crowds drowned speeches by Warner and Dewey Warner. Bishop Potter, Charles S. Fairchild and Samuel Gompers spoke in support of ratification.

New York Oslo Ats United Staites Senate Mets Por Dhe Meetine Hie View Pre- Fuentes Miyor Strong Charman ODM Seth Low Tien Thosles S. Walvenid Mr. Lann Great Britain Isi Chayfedermey Lynn Jaynn Shrums Min Lynn John Dewder Warner Warner Low Mr. Low Mr. Warner Columbia Bishop Potter Charles 8. Fairehild Samuel Gompers

To Avoid Lynching

Bud Brooks and Grady Treynolds, charged with M. C. Hart murder, were brought to Atlanta for safe keeping from Jackson county to avert a lynching. James A. Garfield rests beneath a tall monument in Lake View Cemetery, Cleveland, Ohio.

Atlanta Bud Brooks Grady Treynolds M. C. Hart Jackson County James A. Garfield Lake View Cotetery Cleveland Ohio

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