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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1896
Page
3
Broad discussion of rosters for the Norfolk and Portsmouth clubs, with trades and signings across leagues. Mentions Pat Halling, Jim Gillman, Jick Thornton, Tim Moynihan, and many others while predicting a close season and strong rivalries between the two cities.
An unidentified Hebrew youth Max Bein dies at St. Vincent's Hospital after a mistaken telephone message. Burial at Hebrew cemetery. autopsy authorized amid religious objections. Doctors cite a bullet wound as the cause. correspondent notes confusion and conflicting consent.
Washington March 17 Twelve candidates will vie for promotion to Third Lieutenant in the Marine Service. The positions involve ship duty and two year terms. Eligible entrants are expected from high school or academy backgrounds with circulars of intention due by a specified date. The process includes examinations and changes anticipated to begin in May.
Mayor Hooper refuses to swear in Captain Kieger amid a legal battle over the council’s authority. Proceedings in the tower court follow a challenge to the original oath and constitutional validity. The next session aims to address the dispute as defense lawmakers push for clarity on to whom official duties belong.
With Spencer Trask and the National Armenian Relief Committee appealing for aid, funds are urgently requested for survivors of the Massever disaster. The executive committee urges prompt sending of relief gifts to the official treasurer in New York to prevent further starvation and suffering among affected families.
A wedding of Man in Steele wand and Miss M Dervedlha Stockley occurred in EN ieaberhite. The bride, daughter of Mrs Ge A Stockley of Prambleton Avenue, is described as charming. The couple traveled by Norfolk Southern to Mizahbeth City for a ceremony and reception before returning home on Toush Street.
Special officers Garren and Dain of the Norfolk and Western railroad arrested Quinel Crawford, described as colored, alleged escapee from North Carolina. He was locked up at the police station with no supporting crime details known. Also noted is a hospital report about an eight amputated leg of Tessie Haze from a basketball factory incident.
In New Orleans on March 18 the Criminal Court acquitted Joan I. Hae Hi of shooting charges against Joba Isteras, the traitier, amid fluctuating testimony. The jury found no guilt, despite witnesses alleging injuries and provocation.
A German official reassures the Reichstag that the government will demand only what is justified, insisting the Reichstag and voters will prevail. In Columbus, Ohio, cashier John A. Highs is arrested for embezzling $8,000 from the failed Fourth Avenue Savings Bank.
Paris reports opposition to converting the British Dongola expedition. Foreign Minister and the Marquis of Dufferin face objections over policy shifts. The French mood signals reluctance to endorse actions seen as disrespectful to international interests.
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