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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1896
Page
2
Joseph Brown at 210 Church Street Norfolk advertises holiday linens and hosiery with Ladies black hose priced at 47 and 25 cents and children's stock at 10 12 15 and 25 cents. White quilts Latino comforts priced 1.35 and 1.55 are highlighted as worthy values. Housekeepers are urged to stock up as the chest fills.
An omission in the published proceedings notes Comrade 5.C. Puulins and others were assigned to sell tickets and verify them for the camp’s rendition of war scenes tied to the opera Iolanthe on the 2a evening. The fragment also mentions eye concerns and a Dr. Weck remedy.
The fourth quarterly meeting of Norfolk District WoC was held in Atlantic City Union. Rev Dudley and Dr Johnson addressed the gathering, with reports on loyalty legions, jail and almshouse work, Sunday schools, and district growth. Eleven unions and twenty-five associations comprise the district as the March meeting heads to Norfolk Union.
Forecast and general conditions for today call for fair weather across Virginia and North Carolina, with warmer temperatures and westerly winds. Port calendar notes sun rises at 7 08 a m nets at 4 50 p m high water at 3 09 a m and 3 13 p m low water at 9 14 a m and 4 10 p m.
A St Marys Girls Academy event at Chapel and Mariner streets showcased a grand concert hall lit by electric lights. The program featured the Port Mourne orchestra and a senior class tableau titled Columbia Elect is Free, with a diverse sequence of music, pantomime, and choruses concluding in a humorous finale Doughnuts.
The Sybilin captained by George A. Hall with owner Mr F Betts of Philadelphia aboard and five friends docked briefly in Coracole Inlet after leaving Philadelphia November 20. The vessel endured heavy storm damage to its steering gear which has been temporarily repaired. Mrs D Robinson of Hartwick, NY suffered rheumatism for five months and Chamberlains Pain Balm was praised for relief. medicine sold at 50 cents per bottle.
Meteorologlogical notes from the U S Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau Norfolk summarize past hours readings including maximum and minimum temperatures and departures from normal. Local notes report social visits, a parade canceled, police arrest, a child’s facial injury improvement, out-of-town guests, a lodge anniversary, a day’s events on Queen Street, a family birthday, ship movements, and a wreck recovery effort near St Anne's Bay Jamaica with the Samar incident referenced.
A Crescent Quartet benefit at the Y M C A hall drew a charming crowd with a six act program. Prof Morjos string quartet and soloists Borjes Neeht Maxim Dawes provided performance, while Miss Sallie Ridley and Miss Mattie Boswell sang. The Virginian notes Reid Memorial Charity claims, with The Virginian citing growth in gross receipts and net surplus, and a rising insured force of 100000 new members, led by Mr. BB Cartwright as southeastern Virginia and North Carolina manager, at 25 Granby Street, Norfolk.
At 39 Wolvek last Venuy, Rev Dr Hitwerton united Miss Elizabeth Branch and Gideon Lawyer in a very quiet ceremony witnessed only by close family. Best man W Tat attended. Mr and Mrs Sawyer will reside at 336 Charlotte Street.
Levy's at 17 Granby street presents a handsome holiday goods display with flowers bouquets and clusters. Violets fresh daily, salts made to order, and marked down items include neckwear and underwear. R. D. Nichols, agent, merchant tailor and furnisher, 926 Main street.
Our Wood and Coal Company offers ready service for all orders with cord wood at four dollars per cord salved and delivered. Promotions include eye care by Dr Week at 152 Main Street with free examinations and a promise of prompt attention to citizens and friends.
The charming opera performed in Portamouth last week will be reproduced at the Academy of Music in this city on the 220 Instant. Mrs. Shipp and the ladies and gentlemen under her direction have consented at the request of Picket Buchanan Camp to repeat the opera for the benefit of the camp and its pensioners. The camp will also present war tableaux for the entertainment, hoping for abundant success.
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