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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1895

Page

8

New Electric Plant Offered In House By Mr Cooke

In the house Mr Cooke offered the Light and Power Company for Norfolk with incorporators from Norfolk and Syracuse to supply natural or artificial light and power. Capital stock set between 14000 and 60000 dollars. Also a bill to amend the Norfolk and Atlantic Terminal Company charter to authorize turnpikes and bridges. Additional measures include fishery limits, Portsmouth sewer bonds, and election law reforms. Senator Hay proposed two election bills continuing debate on voting changes. Delegate Powell introduced a lynching prevention bill. House banks holiday proposal discussed. Southampton exempt bill debated. West Point railway shift to Norfolk affecting workers and port activity noted.

Plehford Cooke the Light and Power Company Paul KK. Boyd B. N. Sperry George Ruggelliat Walter WH. ‘Buyler Norfolk J. ©. Sperry Syracuse, Ney General Assembly Hay Walton Waller Colum Parker Southampton Oise Nively Scone Myr Diggs William Mc Cooke Pilcher Willare Hathaway Counties Chiles Towns

Circuit Court Rules Husband Has No Interest in Suit

In Norfolk a verdict for Mrs. Ella Dougherty stands after circuit court ruling that her husband Dr. C J Dougherty had no legal interest or party status in the crossing accident suit involving Mrs. Merc Jordan. The court cites Code section 2288 affirming a married woman may sue and be sued as if single regarding her separate estate.

Circuit Court of Norfolk Ella PF. Dougherty Purcell House Merc. M. P. Jordan Danville Norfolk and Western Beline Dougherty Jordan Couri Mieherty

Moving notices and local anecdotes from Morehead City area

Fragmented report lists residents and events. Mr Glenn attends a conference in Micabeth while families plan moves to Hertford and Wortefeetine. Mr Baton and Mrs Perry are mentioned. preparations include tools and seasonal activities. Notices note wintering plans and local commerce, with vague references to health products and community reminders.

Morehond City Glenn Micabeth Olay Lene da Hertford Veroo Bnimh Af Bertford Worliner Vie Erin Phes O T. Baton A. Perry Joel

Posner’s antique silverware and accessories sale listing

An itemized sale catalog lists numerous silver items and related goods including boxes, trays,—in glass tops—teaspoons and ink blotters, jewelry, photo albums, shaving goods, and fashion accessories. The list mentions prices per item and various decorative pieces such as candlesticks, collars, and vanity ware alongside fabric, linens, and hosiery.

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