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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1895

Page

5

Portmouth News Waifs Of A Windy Day

A volatile Portsmouth page item details Gertrude Walker jailed for fighting, a stolen cows case unresolved, no Hastings Court session yesterday, few white deaths, and a pending embezzlement disposition. Also notes on daily life, weather, stray crimes, street rail petitions, and local commerce amid a windy day in South Portsmouth.

Gertrude Walker Hastings Imenih Ely John Tenderson Oushlore Midville McLaughtin Col Jamett Brads Petersburgs Yuesterday

Comianicated Bheiling the Streets

A letter to the editor questions city policy and street conditions, arguing that keeping the streets in solid condition would reduce chaos and improve order for years, reflecting public sentiment from a prior issue.

Bdsler

Suspect Arrests Stir City Crime Report

Fragmented OCR reports Jos Hadees and Pier Ttolinesen arrested for theft from local properties. The text mentions lines stolen from ties at the Atlantic and Dewitt routes and chickens taken from Mr. Alonso lodes. Construction department issues and clerks kept on duty are noted amid a Christmas period context.

Consuile Alderson Pier Ttolinesen Bees Sone Nw Dewitt Ivesnd Gieo Jos, Hadees Alonso Lodes

Jury list for Norfolk County court session announced

The jury panel for Monday’s Norfolk County session includes Themes Coole ROR Crowell Henry Duke Bo 1 J iP Potwdex John PF Newbern and others, as announced by local officials. This incomplete docket outlines the names summoned for the upcoming term.

Sumwer Coole Ror Crowell Henry Duke Bo 1 J Ip Potwdex John PF Newbern

Virginia murder case shocks Mayette County ruling

A vague report from Mayette County describes a murder in which Henry Carr was slain this afternoon near Hodgesville. The evidence points to a white assailant, with Nichols claiming religious motive amid a violent spree that has shaken the Virginia native community.

The Mointein Mother Praises Syrup Pigs For Children

The mother finds Syrup Pigs a gentler laxative for her children and says they respond well to the pleasant remedy. The product Syrup Pigs is manufactured by the California Pig Syrup Co.

Price Reductions Announced by Levy and Jacobs

Levy and Jacobs at 200 High Street announce stock reductions due to dull demand. Wool suits and other items are cut from higher prices to new lower figures, including Bu wool suit formerly 8.50 now 7 and other goods listed with adjusted prices. The note emphasizes they only advertise facts and urge customers to act.

Levy & Jacobs High Street

Weather woes prompt widespread coat clearance sale

A clipped historical notice reports retailers slashing prices to move menswear including coats suits and overcoats due to a poor stock season. Merchants Breslaue r Antiony Joan A Morris MIIAS Welton and Co and Ferry Clear Store list discounted items and express urgency to sell to all customers.

Breslauer & Antiony High Street

Conference of Colored Men Adopts Address to the Nation

The Nuthwel Conference of Colored Men in Detroit adopts an address asserting racial equality, urging protection and reform while condemning inferiority. It calls for removal of impediments, cites 5,000 Creolen miles of work, and proposes a more paternal government form if needed. A copy will be sent to Congress as organizers plan a national response.

Strom Copont Piet Street Si Gomlinon Hesin Perry J. Cudpey Whatlis Coourt Street Joetophine Ehimeticus Gometia Shertil Cromwell Richmond Rendeneo T Cot Messrs Mavmind & Wistoon McNamara Atlentian Morrie Meyer's Mint Tory Portsmouth Thurssday Hauwor M. BR Mate Church Gree Lodge Jows Gelo Titewater Lodge Toon Central M PH Church Mt 7 Poom Detroit Mich Nuthwel Conference of Colored Men Sara Wuthy Mengress Stinker Breeds Stowe Cole Davenport John C. Jones Heiderenn Dierer Kies Dan Nellemet Lewtuver von Vitis Aly Hanave Pavan G& Bite

Train Wreck On Southern Way Causes Fatal Collapse

A derailment near Thichetty on the Southern Way involved multiple sections of No 42 and No 4 trains. One engine detonated, telegraph wires were broken, and debris buried workers. rescue efforts and a manhunt for orders followed as cars piled and wreckage spread.

Charlotte Nye Ton Thiehetty Urloe Orth Thichetts Semu Yonson Apm Secund No Wack Nardows Theo Frolehus

Corliste Reports on Musunry Presented and Delays

Corliste's report to the presented Musunry is delayed. Secretary Car's fishers report may be presented Monday as heat delays push Canpress meetings. Thurber's secretarial note to the President hints a special meeting could be held Tuesday if delays persist.

Corliste Wachimeten Iless Delas Sevretary Ie Cid Neowell

Proposal Rejected Amid Shipping Conference Tensions

Delegates from the shipbuilding and engineering sectors met to discuss a rejected proposal that affected the labor and employer groups. The dispute centered on policy provisions and the involvement of engineers and seafarers, with representatives from employers present.

Trastetter's Stomach Bitters Endorsed as Superior Remedy

A historical notice touts Trastetter's Stomach Bitters as a leading American remedy for indigestion and dyspepsia. It claims the product clears distressing symptoms quickly, promotes regular bodily function, and stimulates the urinary organs, backed by extensive public testimony.

America

Did You Know Prices On Carpets And More

An offer from John A Morris promotes a sale on carpets refrigerators and canopies with a 30 day price reduction. Crawford's advertises bargains on overcoats and suits highlighting value and low prices to attract buyers.

Crawford's

Gifted Dreates Water Perrot Appeal in Abernethey Liehnti

The N C Conference session records tumult and debate as leaders including Bishop Wilson and Rev Prov conduct religious exercises. Key actions include fundraising, committee votes, and plans for adjournment with attention to missionary work and Nashville Advocate, amid heated commentary and praise for church unity.

Abernethey Liehnti Kiev Sonbolt Dbistrict Donken Rendaslsstow Moniday N.C. Dee Wilson Ft. Prov Weldon Ned Geppreyved G. Anderson Sowthigat G. Chaim Jerem Dinah Telos Red Wibion Colyorour Uystion Ff Peesithoe Tipee Pogavanort Abernethy Ely Migde Titre Benin Shure Rove Jones Howe Ike Newhorn Fey Ki. Loven Daniel Eld

Local Notices From Fragmented OCR Highlight Confused Names

Reading shows a garbled string of place names and stray phrases including Greenville and Greenville, Deee, overseas names, and scattered terms. The text mentions travel, a house, and various undefined entities with no coherent event or clear subjects to summarize as a single news item.

Edenton Peloton and Dew Retire From Rat Vehicle Work

In Edenton North Carolina Peloton and Dew retire from the Rat vehicle project. The text notes their long service at the Waters facility and their affiliations with local departments. Details are unclear due to weathered OCR but indicate a formal departure ceremony and references to nearby institutions.

N.C. Dew Homites Rat Veh Wateon

Hertford Court Case Narrows Freedom For Fugitives

Fragmented report from Hertford area outlines a legal battle involving Natebex and local officials. The piece references a robbery attempt on George D. Caydon’s agent and a pursuit through Welhowley, with a suspect leaving town. Court actions move through district and supreme levels, ending with a prohibition ruling and further proceedings anticipated.

Hicksan Miss Pireabouss Iiss Teesson Gonetil Natehey Doetsonm Colimbenr Natebex Piet Jodger George D. Caydon Nile von Welhowley Prem Ike Natehes

Granfers Bank of California to Wind Up Voluntary Liquidation

Fan Franciscan reports the Granfers Bank of California plans voluntary liquidation. An exam shows the bank can pay debts promptly and a substantial surplus for stockholders after dissolution. Doors to reopen Monday with full debt payment and winding up of affairs.

Granfers Bank of California

Paid the Law's Penalty in Charleston West Virginia

Tim Nichols, colored, was hanged at Pagetlevine West Virginia at 2 o'clock this afternoon for the murder of Henry Carr. His neck was broken by the drop.

Charleston W. Va Dee Tim Nichols Pagetlevine Henry Carr Pagvie

Clogs Ht Th Vl tolls in Ripley notice

Fragmentary OCR hints at a local public notice from Ripley involving a court or constable, with unreadable names and a potential for a legal or administrative action. Details are unclear but the fragment suggests a formal proceedings notice or auction related event.

Fraudulent Mail Service Fraud Case In Jacksonville

Washington December 13 Postmaster general today revoked the privilege of Mrs. PLA Warner of Jacksonville Mississippi for conducting fraudulent business by using a novel postage scheme. She advertised counterfeit mowers and tires to obtain orders in eight weeks, promising delivery with postage credits and rebates. The postmaster reported the daily loss of a thousand stamps and twelve cents per customer, and the department revoked her mail privilege after uncovering the scheme.

Matis Washington Pla, Warner Jacksonvile Mla Warner Tnekwenville Laatter Denhal

Syrup of Pigs Health Tonic Praised by Medical Experts

Knowledgeable users praise Syrup of Pigs for its pure liquid laxative action that improves health without weakening organs. The remedy is reputed to cleanse the system and help dispel colds, headaches, and fevers while soothing kidneys liver and bowels. It is sold in 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles by druggists and is manufactured only by the Californian Pig Syrup Co. as marked on every package.

Californian Pig Syrup Co

Irwin's Twin City Express Advertisement in Norfolk

Irwin's Twin City Express by W. T. Irwin & Co offers furnishings moving and general hauling across three cities from OFFICE-10s' WATER S Norfolk VA. Ample facilities available with reasonable charges and a specialization in moving furniture.

W. T. Irwin & Co Water S Norfolk

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