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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1896
Page
8
The report lists Seaboard and Southern lines with top mileage and value figures for rolling stock and property. It notes incidents, court cases, and public notices, including railroad executives and local officials, with various financials and casualties.
Elizabeth City dispatch notes a troubled death report, naval reserves invitation to a February event, and Neuse steamer arrival with minor damage. It records 12 year old Kenyon Wilson’s recovery from typhoid fever, moves by Brad and Henry Sanders to their former carriage shop, and J J Lang & Co of Baltimore lodging at Swann's Hotel. Also announced are Christ Church Ladies' Guild oyster ice cream supper December 10 11 at Albemarle House, and J Noward Sawyer's illness at Ehringhaus Street residence with Alya F Ayiett’s travel to Camden Courthouse.
An advertisement claims stomach trouble stems from nerve weakness and blood debility. It asserts Dr. Greene's Nervura strengthens nerves and purifies blood, promising relief from tiredness insomnia dyspepsia liver complaints heart and kidney issues neuralgia rheumatism and more.
Judge Meares of Wilmington arrived in town to open the criminal term this morning. A crowd is expected for the qualification of new county officers and bond arrangements. Also note weather and local incidents including a recent assault and a park-related arrest. Lighthouse Board announces repairs and temporary light vessel changes near Gooseberry Neck and Buzzard Bay with details on signals and markings.
The article touts Hoatetter’s Stomach Bitters as a reliable tonic and remedy for malaria stomach disorders and related ailments. It cites claims of effectiveness, praises editors for factual advertising, and includes a testimonial from J. Schenck about a child with croup helped by Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It notes availability of 25 and 50 cent bottles from druggists.
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