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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1897

Page

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Recognition of Cuba: Senate Passes Neutrality Resolution

The Senate approved a resolution declaring a state of war between Spain and Cuba and urged strict U.S. neutrality, with the final vote 41 to 14. The tally showed 18 Republicans, 19 Democrats, and 4 Populists for the measure, versus 12 Republicans opposing.

Washington Rovernmient Spain Cuba United States of America United Bacon Baker Tate Erry HepCarter Chandler Chilon Chari Fy Gockre Cullam Davis Deline J. Gallinger Gorman Hans‘byobeh Haris Kansas Aeclfeld Jones Arkansas Kenney Lindsay Meride

Cuba Policy Debate in Senate Sees Warship Proposals

Senators sparred over Cuban policy with talk of deploying battleships to Havana to protect officials and threaten Spain. Thurston urged action for international law and national honor while Morgan and other lawmakers argued doctrinal and party loyalties amid calls for peace and readiness.

Arr Hale Linus Lin gSpooner Nebraska Senate State Department United States Thurston Cuba Tanta Party Ajal Poe Cped Nu Breal Alabama Morgan Sherman Republican Party Spain United States of America Facion Havana

Senate Debates Cuban Policy Urges Caution In Action

Senator Elkins West Virginia urged restraint and thorough inquiries before Senate action on Cuba, questioning that any government exists to recognize. Mason defended inspecting Cuban affairs. debate drew crowds as votes on referring the resolution proceeded.

Elkins West Virginia Senate Miles Mason Hawley Connecticut Yeas Follevies Ealyn Tuner Petter Pairbanks Cuba Morgan Paidbanks

Independence Day observance committee meeting summary

The observance committee chaired by W. Berton discussed funding to defray celebration costs. A programme committee led by F. Oakley and R. Worsham was appointed with advisory members. A school children participation plan was set for review by the school board. Committees will also engage the Business Men's Association and Chamber of Commerce for cooperation. Gospel Army reported young men will participate in the parade. Next meeting at Richardson's Wall is scheduled for Thursday two weeks hence.

Richardson W. 2. Berton Messrs W. B. Cheek GC. Townsend C. W. King W. B. Barton F.2d. Oakley An R. H. Worsham Messrs. L. Richardson R. &. Playland C. @. Hunt Euyssib Rel Vagy Finend Chamber of Commerce Page The Gospel Army Richardson's Wall Hays

Bitter Cuba debate as House balks on belligerency vote

Washington May 20 1887 bitter party clash over Cuban relief and recognition. Democrats and Populists pressed to consider Moran resolution for belligerency while Republicans sought to shield negotiations under President Cleveland. Bailey Hitt Livingstone and others argued for immediate aid to American citizens in Cuba and for recognizing Cuban independence.

Washington, D. C House Commnans Pricy Mr. Fiat Meinley Cuba Das Associated Press Compitter On Mer. Bailey Symecker Reed Wis Messrs. Cooper Wisconsin Colson Ken Icks Robbins Pennsylvania Senate Messrs. Dalz2vll Bailey Hitt Mississippi Livingstone Georgia A Wheeler Alabama Adams Chivton Mein Tenshe Gell Colorado Simpson Kansas Holt Town Brown Ohio Mir Robbins Dalzell Mr. Onden Louisiana United States Republican Party Ate Minois Jie Phi Sud Mc Hitt

Funeral for Miss Jordan Held at Local Church

Morus Ds of Tine mourns the loss of their elder daughter Jordan aged 43. The funeral is at 4 PM today at residence No 108 Chaplain Street, with remains to be taken to Smith A Parish at 2 3 PM and burial tomorrow in the family lot at St Pauls Isle of Wight county.

Mietnes Smith AP Piscopal Wid St. Pauls Tsle Wight County

Death of Mrs Sarah A Arrington at Norfolk home

Mrs Sarah A Arrington longtime resident died at her residence No 210 Beenelmired Street at 10 10 yesterday morning after an illness of nine months aged 60. Widow of Isaiah Arrington formerly of the Eastern Shore, left four children and was active in church and local affairs. Local notices mention neighbors and merchants, with medical and consumer ad snippets interwoven.

Arrington Wispe Peary

Insurance Irregularities Highlighted At Southeastern Tariff Meeting

The Southeastern Tariff Association held its second day in the Hotel Chamberlin Assembly room with committees appointed to study rates and individual cases. President H. Y. Tupper reported data on the association’s expanding reach to 1 720 towns and cities, 3 047 mills, and noted issues on sprinkler protected mills and commission practices.

Southeastern Tariff Association Hotel Chamberlin 8. Y. Tupper Tupper

Chiefs Present at City Fire Conven tion Meeting

Chiefs Toyner and Ryan from Atlanta and Norfolk attended as interested listeners and planned statements on fire heating facility improvements. Afternoon photos taken in front of the Chamber. Committees worked late scheduling details for today's session.

Toyner Ryan Atlanta Norfolk

Local Notes From Randolph Street And Nearby

Water pipes are being laid on Randolph street. Rev. Mr. Garrison spoke on The Prodigal Son at the Church of Christ last night. The Ryland Institute ladies plan an entertainment at the old First Baptist church tonight, May 2. An all-ages picnic for the echoef children starts at 10:80 p m with rendezvous at Bank and Charlotte. A ten day camp meeting by Rev. Darden, colored, at Chich street and Princes Anne avenue begins next Wednesday May 26 at 4.7 p m. Mrs. A. L. Spandour visits Denver via Lincoln and Queen Bryan, hinting at Norfolk greeting next month. Norfolk Academy field games invite attendance Friday May 71 at the McA park with committee members listed.

Randolph Street George Kendall Union Mission January Andison Suffolk Z. Powell Garrison Church of Christ Young Ladles Ryland Echoef Bank and Charlotte Streets Rey Shim Darden North Carolan Chich Street Princesa Anne Avenue A. L. Spandour Denver Col Lincoln Neb Lion Bryan Norfolk Mr. Spandour Norfalk Ian Norfolk Academy Priday VY. Mc. A. Park Ghent Alfred T. Walton Avilliam Dey Lee Taylor Stroud Trugeel Hardy William HL. White Mary Pd Whites

Koerner Recital Delights Norfolk Audience

The concert featured Bach Toccatto in D minor and the overture to William Tell with Koerner delivering a refined performance. Miss Taylor sang with clarity and power, Jenkins performed Adams Islands of Leams, Gorjes offered Variations on a Russian Theme, and a piano organ duo by Miss Roper and Ma Moorner pleased attendees.

Mer A. I. Koerner Mr. Koerner Taylor David Miss Roper Ma Moorner Miss Ropers Pitz Young Koerner Norfolk Gene Lemon

Motorman jumps to avoid collision. breaks leg

At 12 15 yesterday afternoon RK. 1. Melvin, motorman on the Queen View train No. 37, jumped from his car onto the track and broke his right leg. He saw train No. 12 from Old Point on the track and, fearing a collision, leaped off though he could have prevented the accident by staying at his post.

Melvin Qeern Aediteh Old Point

May Festival Dress Rehearsal at WY MCA Park Ghent

The children slated for the May Festival must attend a final rehearsal this afternoon at 5 o'clock at WY MCA Park Ghent. The notice lists sponsors and local names connected to the event and a medical remedy advertisement for piles and skin diseases.

Ghent

Change in Old Dominion Schedule Between Norfolk and Old Point

Commencing Monday May ith the steamer Luray will leave Bay Line wharf at 1 30 a m returning from Old Point at 1 0 a m This change adds a Norfolk Bay Line wharf departure at 7 00 am and 4 60 pm with returns from Old Point at 9 00 am 2500 4 00 and 6 5 pm schedule adjustments described for the route between Norfolk and Old Point District.

Luray Bay Line Ol Point Norfolk

Effects of over eating Besels

Sampbhelt's Photeognanhs presents a garbled title about effects of over-eating. The readable portion hints at a studio scene and a publication tag Ovomy Work with a date like 2. M0 044. The content is unclear but centers on health or dietary topics.

Sampbhelt

Democratic State Committee Meeting in Roanoke Minutes

Report on a state Democratic committee gathering in Roanoke with delegates from Lynchburg Staunton Norfolk Newport News and Richmond. Debate over endorsements and platform aims to reunite the party amid uncertain results and regional splits with small vote totals and no clear outcome.

Roanoke Aes Eye Norfolk Lynch Burg Richmond Staunton Newport Lee Winshatne Uy Sary Eiple New George

Roosevelt Inspects Construction Work During Visit

Roosevelt inspected the construction site and praised the progress during a visit by officials. The secretary accompanied the entourage and reviewed the workmanship, signaling satisfaction with the ongoing project.

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Fragmented OCR Brief Mentions Person and Place

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