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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1896

Page

8

North Carolina News From Raleigh State Museum Growth

State Board of Agriculture adjourned. Fries and Hill B. King elected to Legislative Committee. Museum reports show 1,100 visitors monthly. 12 birds and 23 animals mounted. skins of 76 birds ready. More room planned to make the museum the largest outside Washington. Snow fell unevenly across the state. Republican politics, a wedding tribute to James H. Young, and newspaper ventures in Raleigh are noted amid local races and infrastructure plans.

Raleigh N. C Speekl State Board of Agriculture Fries Hill B. King Stu Museum Washington Enls Jms Ambrose Wiilenwai Chiairman W. Mitchell Ellis W. H W. Parthing D. BR Juian United States Asheville Lenon Sanford Ita James H. Young Wake Amon Young Pritehard Butler Pritchard John Nichols Raleleh Stewart Brothers Winston Pendleton Marefreesboro North Pumlicy

Snow melts as lines down and mills shut in Elizabeth City

December snow loosens its grip in Elizabeth City as telegraph and telephone wires fail and local mills close. A building on First Ward collapses from weight, while a light shower falls and anticipated thaw nears. Local residents, including Mr. Durant Reed and Mr. Frank Vaughan, are noted among visitors and social activity continues as hotel openings and church events are announced.

Elisabeth City N.C Taylor Packing Company W. H. Zoeller Naval Water Street TN. B. John Kinston Hertford Neuse Portal Durant Reed Alex. Wadsworth Baltimore Frank Vaughan Church Street R. T. Abbott W. Cc. Glover Hotel Arlington T. Merrell New Mussell ‘House Key West Fla Arlington Hotel Lizzie Cartwright Annie Morris Weeksville N. C Florine Perry Pearlree J . Allen Main Street W. C. Dawson

Edenton Snow Affects Town Streets and Structures

In Edenton, many oriental and shade trees were damaged by heavy snow. Low tide persisted for days. Awnings at Bond & Jones and N. Bakers stores collapsed under snow weight. The steamer Olive delayed departure to Framdin until 2 pm after a snow storm Wednesday. A gala hosted by Dr. Dillard featured a Norfolk string band. Major Myers S N Brickhouse of Norfolk and R A Pretton of Franklin are visiting.

Edenton Dee Bond & Jones N. Baker Olive Frandin Dr. Dillard King Street Norfolk Mijor Myers 8. N. Brickhouse R.A. Pretton Franklin

Death of Mrs Arman and city council notes on Sergeant Ames

Mayor Brewer discussed an Ashament matter involving Sergeant Ames after two men with a dispute paid him fifty cents each to avoid court. Ames claimed costs of one dollar, returned the money, and said no fraud occurred. Council members debated intent, with Dr. Ley finding no malice and others concurring, urging caution in future actions.

Brewer Ames Amne Joe Keller Yom Norflweer Norieet Dr. Ley Oliver Dr Bley

Salvation Oil praised for rheumatism relief in ad

Mrs A Fiedler of Philadelphia declares Salvation Oil a superior remedy for rheumatism stiff joints and bruises urging households to keep it on hand. The ad warns against substitutes and notes a price of 25 cents with distributors including Alfred West Holmes Heistani Atlantic City Drug Store and others.

A. Fiedler Palethorp St Philadelphia Sollly Cannon Piharalal St. Alfred 'T. West Main St F. Holmes & CO Heistani Atlantic City

Wholesale Winter Underwear and Fabrics Bargain Rush

A dramatic wholesale sale offers hundreds of the finest wool and cotton underwear for women and children at fraction of actual value. Also featured are serge, duchess silk, brocade duchess, printed silks, outings, plannelettes, prints, ties, linen hanks, sweaters, curtain poles, curtains, robes, gowns, blankets, and hosiery with emphasized prices and limited stock.

Remnants Marked Down at Holiday Goods Sale

Remnants are highlighted as a special feature with marked prices to move them. The sale aims to make room for upcoming Holiday Goods offerings.

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