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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1895
Page
5
A historic notice outlines a church revival program at Calvary Baptist and Park View churches. It lists ministers, sermons, and services across Portsmouth, naming Rev. J. W. Mitchell and Rev. J. Munster among others, with dates, locations, and dedicatory actions.
The Young Men’s Association will hear Dr A Coke Smith's successor speak this afternoon on courage to say your mind. A reception Friday honored the leaders. attendance was larger than expected. The association reports a building canvass reaching $5,000 in a town of about 5,000 inhabitants. The board of directors met Thursday night and accepted all new members.
The Civmis of Mr James Vo Walther were stunned by his sudden death, occurring at S308 yesterday. He was a young tradesman with a wife, Miss Mary Booth, and an older ties to Walton & Co, described as a kindly gentleman.
A discussion with engineer Ate Sykes exposes plans to fix river openings along Londoun and Washington streets. Officials describe a projected 4882 feet of new or repaired conduit and a 25 foot opening near the corner, with completion expected before winter.
The Virginian railway project faces delays but promises to begin soon with anticipated pole and rail orders. Officials note work will proceed once contracts are awarded this week, and additional rails are being delivered. Community optimism rises as construction nears.
The Missionary Mooning Society of Wright Memorial Church will meet this afternoon at 3 o'clock in the new Sunday school building. Reverend W. oH. AOwil, a Tomver pastor, will deliver remarks. Brides and recitations are announced by local participants, with musical and decorative offerings. Samuel fo will sell nitiehs in his store, offering prizes to support improvements and stock includes gents furnishing, clothing, shoes, and related items.
Fragmented OCR text mentions prices for car seats and overcoats with unclear locations and a damaged street address. Names appear garbled. mentions M. Hosenbaum and two street numbers 116 and 188 Filgh Street, but full context is unreadable.
Fragmented local column shows public notices marriages and court terms, with ads for goods and services. Mentions two marriages this week, December term starts the 16th, and various community events. Also reports thefts, rail line disruption, and upcoming church and lodge activities.
Dense ad-like text touts remedies for indigestion, dyspepsia, kidney and blood impurities. Mentions Grip and weather conditions, with various brand names and prices. Ends with offers for samples and mail orders.
Newport News reports a Business Men’s Association hearing on a proposed project with a next hearing set for Thursday evening. The Daughters of the Confederacy hold a Wednesday meeting, and several real estate transfers appear in the listings. A local youth drill and a forgery incident involving a Morton Freeman are noted among urban updates.
Fragmentary text mentions a talk on Women of Vie Od Testament by Dr. Dunawey of Tow and Antelotti of Norfolk. The readable lines are garbled, with multiple misspellings and missing context, preventing a clear event date or full speaker list.
Auction style sale preview lists cash only deals at Hammill, 2201 Tech Street, with aggressive discounts on men and boys clothing. Mentioned are Sueded Breslaueler suits and other reduced stock to clear before year end, with emphasis on equal value pricing and stock clearance by Levy & Jacobs.
The Senate convened for a ten minute session to discuss constitutional concerns and the governor’s proposed measures. Senator Withers led the body in setting committees and addressed the possibility of a 4,000 dollar annual deficit while noting opposition from Senior Martin and nearby leaders. The House committees on amendments and Roanoke procedures were slated for next week, with discipline over local hotel and public offices amid ongoing conference with Democratic leaders.
The Modern Mother finds that Syrup of Figs provides gentler relief for children and is more acceptable to them than other laxatives. The true remedy is manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Co.
Elizabeth City notices report the death of Mr William Mor Viselte of Chomeen county, and mention funeral details for Wentworth Blount who died after a brief illness. The item notes a boarding house opening at the old American Hotel and a Mrs Jesse Whitson suffering burns from a fire.
Mr J I Smith of Berkley and Cherokee Tribe No 50 died yesterday in Williamsburg Va. Remains to arrive this evening by Chesapeake and Ohio steamer. Funeral notice to follow at Berkley Avenue Church with pastor H N Quizenberry. Morning sermon titled A Touch of Sympathy and evening Does Your Congerence Trouble You. A minor fire occurred on Johnson property near Chesapeake Knitting Mills. origin unknown, occupants: colored residents.
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