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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1897
Page
2
A business notice highlights discounted commercial and other paper, favorable loan terms, city bonds and securities trading, interest on time deposits, and safe deposit rentals. It mentions bill drawing, cable transfers to Europeans, and letters of credit to major world elites.
The notice lists discounted fabrics and garments including Black Brilliantine, velvet binding, and figured Black Brilliantine at varying prices. Items cover shirts, skirts, and mores at Wright's shop on Main Street with old No. 196.
Limited time offer of 14 karat gold Elgin open faced watches at 12 dollars and double cases at 15 dollars. China clocks priced at 1.35 with best value for the money. Dr C C Jones eye specialist to appear April 7, 8, and 8 at Greenwood’s. Mundell’s Philadelphia shoes for Misses and children. Hofheimer’s sale of overstock. Dr Weck eye expert permanently located at 162 Main Street. free examinations and possible relief for eye discomfort.
A wedding ceremony solemnized by Rabbi Benmosche at the bride's father J. W. Spagat's residence 130 Bank Street yesterday at 4 p.m. Miss Sadie Spagat wed Mr. Arthur Morris before about 150 friends. The parlor, decorated with palms and simi lax, hosted an elegant reception by Caterer Pincus. The couple will reside in Norfork and travel to the Washington dock for a northern tour after the ceremony.
The Princess Anne hotel manager offers concert access to the Infant Sanitarium on Tuesday evening April 6. Norfolk Virginia Beach and Southern railroad runs a 7 pm special train to the event with return after it's over. Tickets including concert admission are 70 cents, sold by Vickery & Co. and Alfriend & Murray.
Committeemen and new YMCA members in March join tonight at 8 o clock for a program of music and games. Violin solo by Prof. Charles Lorjes and Prof. E L Robinson, mandolin by Mr. Minter, piano by Prof. Stochussen, with refreshments supervised by young Indies. Dr A F Owen of Portsmouth will address the men next Sunday afternoon. he is known in Norfolk and Portsmouth as a forceful speaker.
Mr Harry R Wharton and Miss Neva L Duncan both of this city left yesterday morning for Elizabeth City North Carolina where they were married at noon by Rev Dr Calvin Blackwell of the Baptist church The groom heads the circulation department of the Public Ledger and the bride is a popular Brambleton young lady They returned home last evening.
Police bicycle squad on duty with Officers Ruddick Langhorne Brennan Jones Wood Cook and William Ruddick. Cyclists may ride at eight miles per hour. any speed above that is scorching and subject to arrest and fine.
Distressing kidney and bladder diseases relieved in six hours by the Now Great South American Kidney Cure. The remedy promises quick relief for urinary pain in men and women, with immediate relief from water retention. Sold by Walkh & Williams, druggists, 102 Water Street, Norfolk, Virginia. Buckingham Lithia Water advertised with 20 bottles for $1.00 at 614 Church Street.
City legal draft limits kerosene to three barrels or 200 gallons total per building or lot and caps gasoline naptha and similar fluids at 15 gallons. Exemptions cover transport wagons and city gas uses. sale by artificial light is banned. sales require Fire Chief notice. fines range from 20 to 100 dollars.
A Norfolk public event to mark the Tennessee centennial will repeat the Kir mness under local commissioners. A large meeting at the Atlantic chosen last evening set a rehearsal for Thursday with Mr MacDonald directing, promising a spectacular and possibly record setting show.
Henry markets report heavy rains in Alabama withcotton in other belt areas cloudy. Liverpool spot market gains 1924, 10 000 bales sold, New York futures steady with 97 200 bales traded and May around 7.01 to 7.02. New Orleans futures up 3 points at 6.91 for May. U S port receipts yesterday total 487 bales versus 9 344 last year and 19 981 in 1805. Norfolk seven months to March show varied receipts and exports with coastwise shipments.
Langdon Bakery of Cincinnati launches the Virginia Water Butter Cracker, boasting a new scalloped edge and distinct freshness. The company plans frequent shipments to Norfolk dealers, ensuring steady stock and Langdon branding on every cracker.
City engineer Brooke lists eighteen new buildings for the month ending yesterday. The plan includes Frank Dusch two brick Avon street W. P. Overton one frame Claiborne avenue Co. W. Carhart six brick Cumberland and Bute streets J. D. Lounsberry one brick Landing and Pine streets H. C. Davis attorney one frame corner Kelly avenue and Byrd Co. B. Townsend two frame North street John WN Vaughan three brick Bank street M. W. Burk two brick Grigsby line.
Yesterday H L Page Co sold property including three Berkley avenue Main street lots to Wilson Geale for 3700, Berkley avenue lots to George W Jones for 1005, two Virginia Cross streets lots to Mr Clarke for 400, and several small houses on Maltby avenue extended Norfolk for 5835 pounds.
Lilly Thorogood returns from Washington where he sought reasons for not securing his post after the Secretary of the Navy appointed him. It appears the three men slated to fill the roles with Bill and his two friends were discharged before the report for duty.
An advertisement touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets promising a one day cure for colds with a money back offer if it fails. The copy notes availability at druggists and specifies a price of 25 cents with a weekly schedule including Wednesday Thursday and Saturday at 7 pm.
The Wong Hong Tea store at 174 Church street reports strong sales and unsolicited testimonials for its Teas. Advertising runs 20 days, then teas sold on merit. Prices: single cans 1.00, 6 for 3 5.00, 13 for 10.00. Orders by mail nationwide.
Hundreds of Norfolk citizens have consulted Professor Paseo the clairvoyant at 60 Bank Street. They testify to the great benefits derived from his guidance and forecasts.
The Board of Health met with Dr Newbill and Drs Riddick McCormick and Chiles plus inspectors. Discussed proposals from Dr Pettis for treating contagious patients from the Custom house. No proper facility exists, old pest house unfit. Quarantine officers blamed for spreading cases. committee to investigate. Garbage dumping inquiry finds no hazards. ordinance enforcing garbage separation stressed. Measles detaining period set at three weeks. only one diphtheria case. measles now spread to adults aged 40 to 50.
Mr W A Wallace of Ru dolphi and Wallace returns from the North with late spring and summer wear. Early buyers have reduced stock, compelling the firm to seek Northern markets to maintain a wide variety of up to date woolens and keep ahead of competition.
The thirty seventh organ recital occurs tonight at Christchurch. Mr Miller plays, assisted by pupil Miss Frances L Quimby of Suffolk, Mrs William T Stooke soprano, Miss Kindred Williams contralto, Miss Helen Quimby violin, Christchurch choir, Naval Post orchestra led by Prof J M Price. Recitals are free to the public.
While returning from his greenhouse in Huntersville yesterday Mr. R. F. P. Brown was struck by a Dayton wagon driven by a negro. He suffered a fractured arm bone and two hand bones. Hood's Sarsaparilla is recommended to build up the system and prevent illness. patients are advised to get Hood's and consult Dr. Weck for eye care.
A compact historical ad from Joseph Brown at 210 Church Street Norfolk invites shoppers to browse a full corset stock. It touts 50 cent, 75 cent, and $1 items, highlighting popular corsets and attractive picks for all customers.
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