Portsmouth Yard Faces Repairs for Four Warships
Four warships Nash ville Wilmington Maine and Newark plus torpedo boat Moote lie at the Portsmouth yard undergoing repairs with the Milne in dry dock and the rest moored along the waterfront. The Withington heads to the South Atlantic after attention while Nashville and Newark await assignment and a deficiency bill looms. The tug Fortune is rebuilt for dispatch service to replace the decaying Fern and more orders may follow if Congress acts.
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Min
Nashville
Wilmington
Maine
Newark
Moote
Milne
Toote
South Atlantic
Amercan
Congress
Yards and Docks
Sipsmith
Bie Simpson Dry Dock
Clvj
Anderson
Col
Wantington
Hwirine
Meiner Famiries
Desmukes
As. Aletant
D. C. Nutting
Nuttingtan
Navy Yard
Rast Lynne at Istks Hall Promises Fine Acting
A large audience witnessed Rast Lynne play with strong cast and good reception though scenery was lacking. The Nor folk Academy crowd enjoyed the production. Cuban Volunteers arrives tonight with a comedy of fun and merriment. A Saturday matinee of Two Orphans is recommended for all.
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Istks’ Hall
Academy
Norfolk
Scott's Emulsion Sold By Boot & Bowne As Cure Aid
Nature cures by itself but needs help in a tight spot. Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil with hypophosphites is advertised to check disease and start the system toward health. It strengthens nerves feeds famished tissues and makes rich blood, offered by druggists in New York.
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Scott
Boot & Bowne
New York
Negro horse rider injures child in wagon incident
Yesterday at 12:30 p m a negro boy named Prank Shepherd struck down a white child, daughter of Mr Frank Odeo, and ran over her wagon. The injured girl was picked up by W T Edwards and carried to Mr Thomas Srotts store. The boy was arrested and jailed pending a hearing. He says the child ran in front of his horse and he could not prevent the accident.
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Wbo
Prank Shepherd
Frank Odeo
W.T. Edwards
Thomas Srott
Tindewald
Wilmington
Dee
Ehilit
Sudden Death of Hebrew Merchant A Brown
Announcement reports the sudden death of A Brown a Hebrew merchant who ran a store at High and Middoge streets. He left for home Tuesday night and was found by his niece Mrs Shrier early yesterday morning in distress. A physician could not revive him. Brown had lived in the city about twenty two years.
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A. Brown
Midde
Keawn
Tie
Grand Jury to Hear Local Murder and Felony Charges
The list shows Sam Williams known as Ray Sam and others to appear before the grand jury for indictment on murder and felonies. Charles Britt M Henderson Moses Jones and Sam Wasserman are named with additional unnamed figures. Charles Williams is charged with stealing a watch and clothing worth 32 dollars from William Walker. A hearing for Williams before the Mayor is scheduled this week.
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Grand Jury
Lighthouse Keeper Change at Hospital Point West
Mr William Alegenhein of his city loses the post as keeper of Hospital Point West. Commander PL Lamberton, manager of the Titth Lighthouse District, appoints a new keeper praised for sterling qualities and fitness for the role, succeeding Mr John T Brady.
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William Alegenhein
PL. Lamberton
Titth
Hospital Point West
John T. Brady
Horse Runs Wild At Fort Nor Folk Ferry Wharf
A horse belonging to the Norfolk Steam Laundry ran away near Fort Nor folk around seven o clock. It veered toward the ferry wharf, causing a wreck. Mr Wall, aboard at the moment, had to reach the ferry on a street car.
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Norfolk Steam Laundry
Fort Norfolk
Ely
Wall
Huet
Marriage in Southmouth Area Seals Union
John R. Whitehurst, a respected South Partemouth resident, married Miss Eien Vaughn last night by Reverend Afr. Ths. Min. The couple plans to reside on Effingham Street.
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John R. Whitehurst
South Partemouth
Eien
Vaughn
Min
Whitehurst
Will Nye
Effingham Street
Prison Transports Report Bigamy and Sentences
Apuard arrived from the penitentiary and escorted Haywood Capps to the penitentiary for three years for bigamy. Walter Freeman received one year, Joseph Burton one year, and Walter Burke an additional sentence.
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Apuard
Haywood Capps
Walter Freeman
Joseph Burton
Walter Burke
Notable County Resident Stricken With Paralysis
John A. Merkie, longtime Hodges Perry lever keeper, is critically ill after a paralysis attack. He is under the care of Dr. Parish of this city.
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John A. Merkie
Hodges Perry Alever
Parish
Tom Smith Confederate Veterans hold shadow party in Suffolk
The Tom Smith Camp of Confederate Veterans met in Suffolk with Commander Thos W Smith presiding. Committees reported progress for a large January 5 celebration and by-law changes for attendance and dues enforcement. Also noted: plans for ministers wives arrivals, a police court fine, and local business interest in a peanut factory.
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Suffolk
Dee
Specia
Tom Smith
Thos. W. Smith
Royhin
Randolph Society of
Board of Supervisors
Commercial Hotel
Eis
Booker
Richmond
Nansemoni
W. T. Green
Churchland
Church Indies
East Suffolk
J. MH. Kabler
W. J
Clayton murder case prompts Arkansas link to Georgia life term
Bradley county Arkansas sheriff claims a self confessed murderer of John Clayton is serving life in Georgia for another murder. The man, a former Arkansas resident, allegedly led from the state to commit the Clayton killing. Officials vow to seek justice and resolve how one man could serve life in two states.
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Little Tock
Ark
L D. Clery
Bradley County
Aris
Munderer
John M. Clayton
Georghi
Elitszen
Arkansas
Chiyton
Poelittes
Tevenge
Berkeley News Briefs and Upcoming Events
In Berkeley a local paper reports a bond issue or office matter, sidewalks near Chestnut Street Methodist church are in poor repair after rains, and drainage improvements may aid access. Wedding notices include Miss Nannie Smith to Mrs. L Newberry and Miss L M Rockefeller to John M Gibbsook at Chestnut Street Methodist Church. Clarence Wiggs faces mayor’s court for a spousal shooting incident, and Mr. Weelings plans to quit business. The Gibbs and Rockefeller wedding featured decorative parlor towers and a Washington departure for the couple.
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Chestnut Street Methodist Church
Marriadge
Nannie Smith
Newberry
Nat Chestnut Street Methodist
Messrs
Keeling & Berkley
Mrr Weelings
Clarence Wiggs
Prayud
Lam M. Rockefeller
John M. Gibbsook Plice
Sugar Beet Culture Plans and New Pastor Arrive
Farmers in Newport News press within laws for a sugar beet culture convention organized by the Business Men's association. Col. Thomas Whitehead pledges an address on beet cultivation profits. Mer hk Bickford to give welcome. Also reports of election officers for a bond issue and a failed clothes theft from a ship’s fireman. A new Rev. Lipscoarh arrives at Washington Avenue Methodist Church with reception. Chesapeake and Ohio Railway head Ingalls expected to arrive. In Wilmington a five year old, Walter Parsley, dies after being run over by a cycler. the cyclist Adolphus Thomas surrendered to police.
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Newport News
Business Men's Association
Thomas Ui Tardy
Thomas Whitehead
Ceninisshiner
Gentteman
Mer
Hk. G. Bickford
Glenelg
BF. Lipscoarh
George W. Wray
Washington Avenue
Methodist Ehurch
Danville
M. KE. Ingalls
Chesapeake and
Ohi
Ric
Njete
Salvation Oil Promoted as Pain Destroyer Cure
A promotional notice extols Salvation Oil as a peerless liniment for rheumatism and other pains. Customer testimonials claim extended relief and dependability after long rheumatic suffering. The ad lists sales at multiple street addresses and shops in Cleveland and nearby cities, with a price of 25 cents.
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Salvation Oil
Wm, I. Brown
Striehinger Mouse
Cleveland
Miners Lynch Constable Murray Near Jenny Lind
The body of Constable James Murray was found by the Bonanza mine shaft near Jenny Lind Sebastian County Ark. He had captured miner Grant McBroom and was taking him to Jenny Lind when ambushed by a mob of McBroom’s friends. Murray was slain with rope and bullets and left roadside. Authorities pursue mob members and pursue McBroom’s associates.
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Omcor
Fort Smith
Ark
James Murray
Jenny
Grant McBroom
McGroom
Jenny Lind
Murray
Bonanza
McBroom
Annual Meeting of American Church Missionary Society Held
Philadelphia hosts the thirty eighth annual gathering as General Wager Lawrie presides. J Thompson Cole reports a $6,893.05 loss from a late treasurer and mortgage issues. Income from the Ely fund redirects to the Theological Seminary of Virginia. Brasil church building gifts noted. Numerous bishops and leaders attend, with wide slate of officers elected.
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American Church Missionney Society
Philadelphia
American Church Missionary Society
Wager Lawrie
U.S. A
Fiev
J. Thompson Cole
New York
Ely
Griswold College
Theologieal Seminary
Virginia
Brasil
Peter
Bishop Whitaker
W. C. Brown
Wager Swayne
J. Williams
Connecticut
T. M. Clark
Rhode Island
P. R. Whipple
Ohio
J. M. Jackson
Alabama
G. WW. Kinsolving
Texas
I. I. Wells
Spokane
WF. K. Brooke
Oklahoma
Elot. Perkins
Kentucky
Kanoi
Pittsburg
William N. McVickay
Philadelphian
RB. Ec
Booth
Wh Hy
Bittert
Washington
Fales
Massachusetts
Lews Sk
Revival meetings brighten city churches and street work
On Sheldon avenue improvements are urged to drain the street for better through traffic. Revival services at Park Avenue Baptist Church led by Dr Broughton attract large crowds with Mr Wolfsohn directing spirited singing. Events include oysters for Mekendree fundraiser, stephophone entertainments, and a wedding witnessed on Maple avenue. Various notices and social events fill the day as local residents attend religious gatherings and community activities.
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Sheldon Avenue
Park Avenue
William Troland
Mckendree
Billups
Wilhiocthy Avenue
Tadios’ Enterprise Society For Thehwilding Fund
Pearl Miner
Vir- Bintan Heneh
Trinity Clureh
He. T. Williams
Trinity Mom Church
Olb. Raub
Kingston
Ohio
Art
West
McWendree
Aise Winder
Sorkery Fay
Noes Ly Poloa Wee Haiti Turmoil and Wages Cut
Dispatch describes turmoil in Port au Prince with gunfire at 11 and 2 am proclamation by the President amid German pressure. Arrest of Frederique, editor of Journal Impartial, and arrival of a Haitian cruiser. Government vows order. Mills announce wage cuts of at least 1 percent affecting about 25,000 workers due to weak cotton market and low print cloth prices.
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Port Au Prince
Count Beloverein
M. Frederique
Impartial
Fo Lay
Fall River
Mass
Dee
Local accident injures North Street resident Thomas Green
Thomas Green of North Street was knocked from a pile driver near Lambert's Point and fell, likely unable to work for weeks. He is receiving treatment at the Retreat for the Sick. Rev. BE. TM. Dudley will preach a children's sermon at Central Avenue Baptist Church this evening. Various Sunday schools discuss Christmas entertainment and youths. The Manest Workers of Central Avenue Baptist Church plan a meeting at John Monta’s home. A new Wing’s Daughters chapter named the Silver Crone is formed in Alliance City with officers S. PD. Hope, James H. Wright, Carnett T. Whitelby, Hermoine Camp.
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Thomas Green
North Street
Wallee
Ochyrlyumas Entertainmentes
Quincy Lee Morrow
Snow
W. Ctu
Mallon
Kristian Chigenshin
Central Avenue Baptist Church
John Montafuse
Camp
Oayenne
Death of a prominent Petersburg physician and local notices
The article notes the death of Dr DT Rowland of Petersburg after being wounded in an incident at the storehouse in Dinwiddie county. It also mentions the Confederate Soldiers’ Association plans to raise funds for a monument to Chesterfield County soldiers killed in the war, and reports the arrest of William Mason for stealing a canoe valued at $5.
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Petersburg
Loardes
Dinwiddie
Chesterfold
Bucklen Arnica Salve Promises Quick Skin Relief
Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised as the best salve for cuts, bruises, sores, ulcers, fever sores, tetter, chapped hands, chilblains, corns and all skin eruptions with a money back guarantee if not satisfied. Price 25 cents per box, sold by Gurrow, Martin & Co.
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Bucklen
Cis
Gurrow, Martin & Co
Miller Extends Lead In Marathon Race At Madison Square Garden
The eighteens pressed through the high banked arena as Miller posted over 86 miles, reaching more than 1,200 total in TL hours. Teddy Oste, last year’s champion, has moved up to eighth, with Piero, Jock, Stephane, and others closing the gap.
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New York
Dec
Madison Square Garden
Miller
Miller Tas
Stephane
Jem
Jess
Osberis
Tih
Teddy Oste
Ino
Tate
Piero
Briverre
Jock
Otter
Walla
Bug
Res
The Famous Hygienic Enema Advertisement Broadside
An old advertisement extols a hygienic enema device as a health and economy aid for the household. It claims safety for invalids, children, and nursing mothers, promotes its use as a substitute for coffee, and urges readers to obtain a sample from the Mather Belastian company via patent medicine channels.
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Penera
Murling Motiers
Shenmien
Mather Belastian
Mate Food CO
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