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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1897
Page
4
In Canadian practice women may now hold law licenses. they must appear in court wearing black gowns with white collars. The New Orleans States hints at better times post McKinley election. A Kentucky water barrel incident prompts a court martial among nearby colonels for causes of the blast.
A New York opinion piece discusses free alcohol for the arts and medicines, detailing its industrial uses from enamel coatings to solvents. It critiques high taxes on commercial alcohol and weighs geopolitical commentary on Germany’s balance of power with England, France, and Russia.
The article argues deepening German English hostility may soon lead to a rupture. It cites jealousy in Kaiser Wilhelm’s resentment of Britain’s global influence and notes Germany’s rising European power and manufacturing strength challenging Britain.
The Times argues President McKinley fails to curb federal spending while urging revenue increases. It condemns extravagant appropriations and tariff plans, noting a billion-dollar Congress and pension outlays, and urges strict economy without new tax burdens.
A citywide sale highlights Laundered Shirt Waists at 37c and 43c with detachable collars. Ladies' Skirts in spring checks and plaids, 4 yards wide, priced at 1.25, plus various widths and fabrics from 8c to 3.50 and up to 6 yards wide.
A historic sale listing hundreds of dress fabrics and linens with prices per yard, including Plaid and Mohnir Brillant in multiple widths, unbleached cottons, cambrics, and sheeting. The long column notes reduced stock and bulk quantities, urging buyers to act quickly for low prices.
A mid century sale list offers table damask and linen at various prices from 20c to 60c a yard, table linen, towels and damask, bird’s eye fabrics, Pereales and shirting calicoes. Corsets by R G, J&C, and others in multiple sizes with several price points.
Miscellaneous items listed include Kid Gloves priced at a dollar, Ladies' Shirt Waists with detachable collars, Ladies' White Collars and Cuffs, belts, and spools of Clark's Spool Cotton and Alex. King's Cotton sold in dozens. Prices shown per item or dozen.
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