Africa tensions and French policy dominate foreign notes
A packed dispatch from London on October 30 1897 discusses the Africa crisis sparked by a French note and British actions in West Africa. It covers tensions over the Niger question, Franco British moves, and the idea of delaying settlement, plus a hostile tone toward imperial land grabs. It also notes the French Chamber of Deputies considering grain and food speculation limits, and details the proposed Employers Liability Bill with pensions for disabled workers and orphans, plus Dreyfus controversy and Scheurer Kes tner’s push. The report blends imperial politics with legal and social reform debates.
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Associated Press
London
West Africa
Nikki
Berga
Niger Company
Senegal
Niger
Paris
Great Britain
France
Praince
St. Louis
Lebo
Africa
Nile Valley
Thenes
Mihjopia
George M. Pullman
Gigirhic
Napoleans
LoriMard-Beresford
Chamber of Deputies
Wm Cormithes
Kam Ing
French
Ponce
Ian
Alfred Dreyfuss
Count-Martin
French Guiana
Priccmer
M. Sehenerer Kestner
Senate
Deryfuss
MM. Scheurer Kestndr
War and Justice
Trouble For Mayti German War Vessels Back Indemnity War
Port au Prince Haiti October 21 Serious trouble between Haiti and Germany over the arrest of a German citizen. German minister Count Schwerin demands $1000 indemnity for 23 days in jail and $500 daily for each later detention. German ships reportedly will back the demand as tensions rise. Linders faced imprisonment. authorities considered lynching. he was sent to New York to avert violence.
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Dack Une
Linders
Hayth
Hayvtlan
Hayltlan
New York
Eahl
Knights Templar to Meet in Petersburg December 1
The Grand Commandery Knights Templar of Virginia will hold its next annual session in Petersburg on December 1, with forty to fifty representatives expected from state commanderies. Visiting knights may receive dinner or banquet. decision pending.
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Petersburg
Oceober
Knights Templar of
Vrelna
Petersburgy
Misa Wherence
Thelnaeh
Ely
Mannie Frank
New York
Venice
George
Prince George County
Disputanta Station
G. St. P. Barrant
Shmoneds
A. R. Molise
Princes Georgee
Surry
James T. Rahly
Richmond College
I Acore
Hoylek
Executed Omata and Foreclosure Rumor Spreads in Omaha
In Omaha today a rumor swept railroad circles that an injunction to prevent the foreclosure of the Union Pacific Executive might be issued next Monday. The report, first from Dow Jones, could not be substantiated and few expected action. Judge Munger said he would refuse any such move if presented before him.
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Omaha
Neb
Dow, Jones & Co
New York
Dude Munger
United States District Court
Obtery
Germany's Grievance Over Sugar Tariff and Press
Berlin October 30 1807 The new German Ambassador Dr Von Holleben says the sugar question and Dingley tariff will impact Germany’s exports. He hints at negotiations to open reciprocity with the United States while noting potential rises in duties on American wheels. Reports discuss press penalties and Bavarian Diets amid broader Franç and Samoan issues.
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Associated Press
Berlin
United States
von Holleben
Wurtemburg
von Wolleben
Tarif
Amimesudor
White
America
Assochkiterd
Germany
Dieta
Bundetesravy
National Congress of German
Leipsic
Retehstag
Mins Sons
William
Fever Update Shows Rise in Mobile and New Orleans
Oct 20 reports from New Orleans and Mobile indicate a worsening fever situation with rising case numbers in Mobile and improving trends in New Orleans. Health officials note none relax in vigilance, frost forecast faded, and death toll reaching 36 from 244 total cases, with broader cold weather expected to affect spread.
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New Orleanas
Largo
Moblie
New Orleans
Board of Health
Carson
Virginia Beats Georgia In 1897 Gridiron Clash In Atlanta
The Georgia Virginia football game in Atlanta on Oct 30, 1897, ended with Virginia winning 17 to 0. Virginia relied on power plays up the middle, the Georgia line buckled, and a late highlight featured Captain Morrison’s foul on the field. Georgia’s quarterback was injured, concussion feared, as the Virginians pressed advantage throughout the contest.
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Atlanta
Tosing
Georgia
President McKinley Visit Prompts Commerce Speech
The text describes President McKinley arriving at VOL AC 1000 a.m. and delivering remarks before the Commercial Club. It highlights themes of promoting trade, home industry, and national prosperity, urging support for public duty and civic virtue through education and private example. It also calls for careful oversight of the consular service and expansion of foreign markets to boost American commerce.
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Cielynnat
Mc Winley
Aon ii
MeKinley
Eliad
Presitonk
Sieh Walsen
Honev
Kent McKintey
Hk Akecownt
Moe
Wietcoms
Republie
Tony
Mibes
ODE
Teale
New Nebis
Hedur
Winally
Howe
Tanielal Eestor
Dombt
Increase in Exports at Otis Port Reflects Higher Nine Month Totals
Export totals for Otis Port rise over the nine months with shipments of coal grain and timber among others. Reported figures include coal, corn, wheat and cotton with cattle and iron also moving, pushing total exports above last year’s F618 620. The document cites tonnage and commodity breakdowns, noting increases against prior period and ongoing commitments.
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Otis
Ilas
Bates
We Cure Cold in One Day Bold by J. M. Trotter
Advertising claim for a cold cure titled We Cure Cold in One Day promises relief in a day. Mentions Laxative Gramo Quinine Patters and a refund if not effective. Includes price four cents and attribution to J. M. Trotter on Marin Street.
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J. M. Trotter
Marin Street
Injured By Street Car On Lambert's Point Line
At about eight o clock Captain William Brown was struck by a street car on the Lambert's Point division. The motorman and conductor were taken into custody for negligence. Brown was taken to the Retreat for the Sick with head injuries but doctors report his condition not serious.
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Wien
Laany- Peres Point
William Brown
Win
Maeforma Wood
Strong
Tay
Brown
Dfn
Market Square
Williamson
Wis
Pullee Court
Mointing
Ty Graves
Ile
Physielin
Freak of a Freshly Fired Furnace Spooks Street Crowd
At about 6 40 last evening a man fled from Stage Seol hnger's on Hank street and rushed to the fire alarm at Ranka Mihi and Malin. Passers by saw him smash the alarm lock and pull the lever. Clerks at the Norfolk and Western ticket office noted the sidewalk crowded with curious onlookers as fire apparatus arrived. The event proved to be a harmless prank, the man claiming it was just a test of the alarm.
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Seolhnger
Hank Street
Ranka Mihi
Norfolk and Western Ticket Office
Malin Street
Fred Cup
Mayes
Moke
Norfolk and Western
Allies
Wesley
Haee Phe
Republicans in Lamb-Wickham faction seek gains in Virginia race
Richmond dispatch reports Lamb-Wickham Republicans finishing their campaign at headquarters with Chairman Wickham visiting from Powhatan. The meeting centers on candidate lists for the legislature, with Democrats opposing party candidates amid internal divisions across multiple counties. A lawsuit by W. G. Singleton, a Lamb-Wickham member, seeks damages against several opponents. Collector Bethel plans office changes and Deputy De Parages appointment near West Point. political civility noted after Senator Daniel was booed in an event in Buckingham.
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Richmond
Lamb-Wickham
Wickham
Powhattin County
J. W. Tierney
Egell
McCawnl
Nate
Clerik Thickston
Prince Edward
Lng Neak
Yvulke
Anne
Henry Noid Pittewlynan
Hutt
Pittsylvania
Democrata
Rockingham
Shennan
Hoth
Rockbridge
Hotetourt
Montgomery
Smith
Wythe
Mulaski
Giles
Sirott
Clreumne Alga
A. W. Harris
Dinwididle
Unul
Tts
Dickinson
Daniel Grinnan
United States
John
Ethel
Hethel
Neo
de Parges
Weat Foint
Harrison
McKenn
Brady
Bethel
Daniel
Olanthes
Manchester
Wright
Putton
Hood’s Pills and Local Exhibits Advertised in 1890s Notice
An old newspaper fragment advertises Hood’s Pills praised for children’s vigor and appetite. It lists prices and notes use of the medicine in families. Also mentions art exhibits at Miller, Rhoads & Co and an Ernest Browne’s Cigar Store at 279 Main Street, along with a tobacco product for sale.
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Ernest Browne
Main Street
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