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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1896
Page
5
Daily items recount city life including court activity payments of city workers and public notices. Reports note the December Hustling Court opening, Rogers case audience, and local incidents on King Street and at Second district school.
A discussion on the demanding duties of housekeepers especially women, noting health risks tied to female organs. Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription is endorsed as a safe remedy with a testimonial claiming relief from female weakness and renewed energy for housework.
The Finance Committee is split over buying a hook and ladder truck. Five members exist with two favoring immediate purchase while others missed meetings or abstained. The committee is unanimous on the purchase in principle and will report Tuesday night, with the impression that the truck will be bought.
A colored man attempted to carry baggage aboard a ferry. As the boat left the dock the man jumped overboard to reach the wharf. A gatekeeper grabbed him with a hook and pulled him back aboard. He said he preferred rowing to forceful rescue.
The Rogers case drew court attention as Capt John W Happer opened for the prisoner and Commonwealth's Attorney R K Marshall followed. The jury deliberated briefly before returning a verdict of second degree murder and sentencing the defendant to five years in the penitentiary.
Daughters of the American Revolution announce Col. W. F. Wart will address the Port Wilson Chapter on colonial Virginia history at the regular monthly meeting. The event will be hosted by Mrs. Thomas Wright at the corner of Middle and Glasgow streets. all members urged to attend.
A Mr. N A Powers of 24 South Street may be a twin of The Virginian. Born on November 1, 18a he holds a strong interest in The Virginian’s career and wishes for a copy of its first issue. He asks readers to help obtain a copy as it would be a great favor.
Mrs Carrie Clark died yesterday at her husband James Chik’s residence corner of Watton and North streets Park View in the 22d year of age Her infant died within hours of birth and the mother and child lay dead in the same house at once causing deep sorrow for the husband and friends
Santer reports from Glau chan Germany on experiments by Profs Phiepher and Kalle with a typhus anti toxin. They claim germs in blood and water sources, with inoculation promising rapid benefits during epidemics. Results to be published for medical world. Levy’s funeral designs listed at 17 Granby Street.
Dr. Hunter McGuire, Richmond surgeon and former chief of Stonewall Jackson’s corps, returns from Europe. He recounts English officers at clubs in London praising Lee and Jackson as the two supreme American Civil War generals and notes lectures on Jackson’s campaign in the Shenandoah Valley.
Several Oxford retailers advertise a Grand Closing Out Sale featuring all wool dresses and coats. W. E. Virnelson & Co promote soft and still hats along with a new store opening. Lawrence & Welton push all wool suits at bargain prices while Brest Auran & Anthony tout yardage deals. A.J. Mitchell advertises navy all wool fabrics and Oxford Toll terms.
Various local ads promote goods at reduced prices in Oxford Hall and stores like W. E. Virnelson & Co as well as Levy & Jacobs. A testimonial praises Chamberlain's Pain Ball for rheumatism relief, with 50 cent bottles available from druggists. A croup relief note from J. Schenck emphasizes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, 25 and 6 cent bottles.
A society columnist explains flowers as convenient social tools for note replying and conflict avoidance. The piece compares elegant gestures to social debts and hints at a wealthy New York plan to create luxury baths with milk flowing instead of water. It also reports on fashion and etiquette trends in London society and a military land project near Sheridan's Mott.
Bids open for heavy coastal defenses on the Virginia side opposite Washington. Plans call for two 5 inch and one 1 inch guns with American carriage technology. The piece notes the city’s limited protection, compares defenses to San Francisco and New York, and warns of potential damage and national pride impact.
Readers see a restless debate on national duty and foreign policy as voices argue about neutrality and support for allies. The piece questions America's restraint and the impact of global events on wartime stance and Cuba policy.
A San Francisco dispatch reports Nat Coordwin of the Sete and batist Della Cloodawin of New YorkFiled for divorce. Subpoenas were served yesterday ahead of Portianad Oregon court proceedings. Goodwin’s note stated a $15000 settlement for Mrs. Geatwitted’s alimony and chairs.
A fragmented ad page shows Beechams and Crawford offerings with reduced costs on refrigerators and screens. The notice mentions Quin ine tablets and a vague schedule spanning days and seven months, highlighting promotions and purchases at a local furniture and drug retail cluster.
Fragmentary ad text shows two houses offered with city water access and a monthly price of ten dollars. Contact details reference Chestnut Street or West Street for applications.
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