Public water crisis prompts Norfolk council plan
City council debated the water supply with Dr. Anderson proposing a Whitehurst Point dam on Little Creek to secure a daily supply and avoid saltwater intrusion. Proposals from Charles Bliven and E. G. Freeman offered two to five million gallons daily with long term contracts and plant purchases, while the Water Committee pressed urgent action.
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Water Committee
Water Department
Water Board
Board of Waiter Commissioners
Anderson
Comnel
Whitehurst's Point
Little Creek
Wdoetare
Davis
Pai
Yeatman
Blivens
Charles Brown
Sue
Berkley and Seuen
Norfolk Electric Company
Berkley
E.G. Freeman
Norfolk
Mae
Luke Lawson
Moore's Bridge
Dave
Hatley
Walter Pew Mataral
Deeter
Freelgan
Chatman
Ummutes
Ain Maning
Lave Lawson
Vaore
Charles Bliven
Anderbon
Farineer Brooke
Mesere
Graham and Riddle
Lithhe
Whitehurst’s
Weather Report for Toby Washington December 1 1596
Poringt and general conditions describe fall in Virginia with rain at night and cold northeasterly winds. North Carolina sees threatening weather with snow likely, slightly warmer in the west with brisk coastal winds. Sun and tide data included. official observations list maximum 32.0, rainfall 0.008 inches.
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Toby
Washington
Virginia
North Carolina
Norfolk Water Board Ordered to Build Dam at Little Creek
Resolved by the Common and Select Councils of Norfolk that the Water Board construct a dam across Little Creek at the designated point and employ labor to clear contour covers. They may install a force pump or conduit to the reservoir, avoid an open canal, and acquire land as needed, with condemnation if necessary. A commission will review all water supply plans and report soon.
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City of
Norfolk
Water Board
Little Creek
Ruccineers and Water Board
Murderer Granted a Respite to Await Execution
Report of Charles Wilkians known as the Murderer receiving a respite. City Sergeant Lawler failed to return from Richmond. a special states efforts to delay the Downing execution. Execution now expected January 5, with possible delays and power interventions noted. sequence of events suggests continued legal action and final outcome uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Wilkians
Lawler
Richmond
Downing
Morris
Hares Williams
Doctor Greene's Nervura Offer Promises Cures by Letter
A dramatic medical solicitations ad claims Dr Greene cures nervous disorders and chronic ailments. The piece invites readers to write for a complete description of symptoms and promises free, personalized advice and treatment through correspondence.
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Dr. Greene
New York City
Poe
Tian
Ceader
Weil
Groveries Star at Auetlom Auction Provides Grocery Stock
A sale occurs this morning at the corner of Avenee A and Galley venue in Athintic City Ward. Edward Spalding and Judea are among organizers with Joseph Jones acting as auctioneer. The auction lists a grocer’s stock all perishable and personal property from Cora A L Doyle’s grocery business.
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Pheehon
Judea
Edward Spalding
Ivveter
Joseph Jones
Aucthoneer
Wits
Procerles
Cormir Avenee
Athintic City
Cora AL Doyle
Harris Lidia Weter Remedy Sale In Burrow Market
Jo. T. Harris of Harris Springs endorses Harris Lidia Weter as a superior fever remedy. The product has benefited many and is deemed highly valuable. Sold by M. J. Dodeon Drug Store, Atlantic Hotel, Burrow, and Martin & Co.
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Jo. T. Harris
Harris’ Springs
S. Cy
M. J, Dodeon
Burrow
State hotel manager touts Chamberlain's Remedy
Major T. Pieton of the State hotel in Denison Texas, praised Chamberlain's Color Cholera Remedy as infallible for diarrhea and dysentery, stating he has used it for years and recommends it for his guests and family. The endorsement notes druggists carry the product.
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T. Pieton
State Hotel
Denison
Tex
Chamberlain
Suit Against Railways Second Trial of Old Suit
The Suffolk Lung bor Company and the Norfolk and Carolina Mallway Company clash over $10,000 in damages from two June collisions. Judge William B. Martin presides as the case returns for a second hearing after a prior verdict was appealed.
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Wiliam B. Martin
Messia, Walke & Obl
Norfolk
J. W. Cristie
Maryland
Messrs, White & Garnett
Messrs. Lunstall & Thom
Moarringe and Trusts Query in Park Place Case
A report notes irregularities in a property trust involving Bert J. Willis and LS neew with May Mitchel. W. Park Mere Company and Corprew 1 Lois in Park Place are mentioned amid unsettled accounts totaling $2,001.27. The Berkley property matter centers on a disputed promissory record and a church poster incident.
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Moarringe
Bert J. Willis and
LS Neew
the May Mitchel
Messra
W. Nf
Tice & Cn
Agoulah
Ain
Berkley
Park Mere Company
Park Place
Flora Polson to wed Edwin W. Adame in Baltimore ceremony
The wedding of Miss Flora Polson of Baltimore, daughter of Mr. Th Polson, to Mr. Edwin W. Adame, son of Mrs. Dodson of the Atlantic hotel, is announced. The ceremony will be held in this city next Tuesday.
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Warren
Flora Polson
Baltimore
Jessia
Dodson
Atlantic Hotel
Edwin W. Adame
Mersey
Orrival States Savings and Loan Association
Weather Winter Opens With Traditional Chill and Forecast
The city welcomed winter with a fine traditional vibe as temperatures neared Creesins, while a sermon urged restraint on overcoats and wraps. Mr Grdy, the town weather chief at the point, emphasized a well received exile and urged more rain in the forecast.
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Creesins
Grdy
Pyint
Pitishend
Elected officers named by St Andrews Brotherhood
The Brotherhood of St. Andrew of St Takes 7 i. chired elected the following officers Mev A 8 Leva director Wo Newton treasurer FW He bitty and W TB Newton and Wo L Percy members of the Excessive Committee of the Loose Assembly.
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Brotherhood of St. Andrew of St Takes
I. Chired
Leva
Wo. Newton
View Diyvectoe Bn
He Bitty
Ore Any
W. TB. Newton
Wo L. Percy
Loos
Southern Commercial Directory November Issue Appears
The November issue of the Southern Commercial Directory has just appeared, offering valuable information for business interests in the port and surrounding area. It details diverse trades and local enterprises, serving as a key reference for merchants and professionals in the vicinity.
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Southern Commercial Directory
Norfolk and Northmeath Players Set to Clash in Tight Pace Game
It is anticipated that within ten days a fast ball match will be played between Morfolk and Ports meawth. The result may decide the earlier contest between the teams and will likely be the season’s final game.
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Morfolk
Portsmeawth
Social notes and travel yet on Norfolk scene
Local society roundup reports Mr W J Baxter Jr and bride returning from a tour, a postal services exam at the Custom-house, Dr Horton visiting Mr A T Palmer on Bute Street, and visitors from Albany and Fredericksburg. A naval arrest, church services, and charitable events mix with a Chanuka ball, a ten day Carnival update, and a warning about a Newport sale.
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W. J. Baxter, Jr
Dr Horton
Fredericksburg
A. T. Palmer
Bute Street
Atv
Virginia Street
Norfolk
T.O Whithby
Bedford
Hoaompton
Kiv
George W. Carter
Queen Street
M. E
Fah N'Coik
George HW. Spooner
Prineses Anne
Kiwmnas Nixon
Central
Horpstad
Vetersburg
Chavies E. Mursen
Kk OD
Nicholas
Windsor Avenue
Brambleton
Eicherbacns
Walters Building
Union Mission
Tew
Joseph Mo van Blank
New Jersey
Africanh Missionires
Vrill
Commonwealth
Duncan
Jack Miller
Law ‘Nee
Hampton The Norfolk Will Sell Round Trip to Richmond
Norfolk to Richmond round trip sale announced for Saturday December 1 1890 with morning train at 7 30 am price for tickets not stated and information available at Main Street office or Norfolk and Western depot plus local auction and fabric sale items advertised in the same column including lace curtains and damask at discounted prices.
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Norfolk and Western Railway
Riehmedd
Hampton Ahletic Club
University of Villa
Hampton
Norfolk
Richmond
Nwill
Yesley
Norfolk and Western
R. W. Courtney
Tis
Wirsrinda
Western Railway
Nor
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Weather Report
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Groveries
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Mint
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Suffolk Lumber Company
Norfolk and Carolina
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Collen
Henry Truvlove
John Dirnes
Lena Flanagan
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SAS & Company
Main St
Toers
Comopocreial Directory
Norfolh Wa
Mortsmowth
Cc. E. Jenkins
RIE
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Virginian
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