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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1896
Page
5
The page notes weather shifts with a cold snap and light snow, a surge of local chatter on shops, stalls, and events, plus dockyard concerns and harbor planning. It reports on a boatyard suspension, a ruined bridge, a missing wallet, and community notices including church salaries and a Sunday School program.
An advertisement for a drug laxative sold at HOMMEDIANS New Shoe Store offers refunds if it fails to cure, with a free toy per purchase, and promotes a variety of items from shoes to vestments. The layout imitates early 20th century catalog style from Levy & Auro s.
A fragmented report describes a social event at Tanahule Meaty Camp with Hootie of Sineewall Cree entertaining attendees for over two hours. Dowle presented a pontifical oration, while a Waterloo guest list and concert-like reception were noted for the pleasure of those present.
In a brief notice the families of Mr and Mrs Toor Toyear announce the loss of their infant daughter Madeline nee Toyear cunti montis. The funeral will be conducted at their residence Moorthy Street and friends of the family are invited to attend.
The Fourth Street Baptist Church will hold a meeting of its members in the evening of December for the purpose of calling a pastor. Every member is urged to attend and vote.
A garbled report from Berkley lists individuals Ler Nash and sister Mrs Mice et, with references to Gabrenichy and Portmouth, alongside mentions of a Pythian ball and a pro fessione Wavir to slander. It notes Pearl street, Mayberry and Taw Streets, and a hospital transfer for injuries. A temperance meeting is scheduled at a residence on a date to be announced.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions cures and a court date around a specific day but readability fails. It references blood relatives and possibly a medical or chemical remedy. No verifiable names, places, or concrete facts remain readable here.
Commencing Monday at 10 oclock we will sell our wardrobe goods including curtains top jackets wardrobes webroom suits and more. We close our business by the first of the month at one price dry goods dealer Lawrenceh Welton offer woolen dress goods at low prices.
A fragment from the Texas Finest War Vessel afloat section quotes H. A. Herbert praising the navy and press freedoms. It discusses sentiment on mistakes, national pride, and the role of American shipbuilders abroad while urging careful attention to public possession and future fleet success.
An OCR damaged text discusses Texas president election issues and a valve failure tied to a public safety claim. It mentions officials like Secretary tyy and General Wids Oiiier in a formal duty context, with unclear specifics and garbled names.
Fragmented report details capital stock standings, proxy representation, and a consolidating action involving the Columbus and Sather line across Georgia and Alabama. It notes a rising net value for eleven months, a transfer of possession dates, and forthcoming division naming as the Alabama division.
The Little Vessel Saetorin sails from Savannah bound for Wey West to engage in Drei War. Captain Meliterh steers Vamoor toward Jacksonville for coal as the New York Journal arrives from Charleston with a late-night report. Papers are verified as in order and no suspicion of wrongdoing is found aboard.
Fragmented ad list advertising cheap furniture rugs clocks and other goods. Mentions Of Wy recl, Denison State Hotel manager Major Welton and Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with an endorsement. For sale by all druggists.
Prad Li Honthaal and Awsuse Bequest, former executives of the German American Trust and Savings, were arrested on conspiracy charges. Li Honthaal allegedly acted as bank president and teller, while others face accusations of fraudulent funds transfer totaling around $1,000. Several suspects were already arraigned in the Court of Sessions, with further hearings set in Lexinton, Wa. The narrative also mentions academic circles and a memorial service led by Rev. Je Me Bry.
In Chicago on December 16 the Cub melin case moves to federal court with a witness list back to the Cuban insurrection, as prosecutors argue ties to the United States and Manen Cragin. The hearing reflects prior claims of involvement by Cubans and a white Cuban guard entity amid ongoing investigations into the Cuban movement.
Dee 1h article reports Albany Ontario appointing Wallan M. Ns. ONcott as District Attorney of New York County to succeed Coronel John RR. Wellows. Olcott will serve until January 1st next year with full duties and successors to be chosen at the next full election. appointment follows recommendations of several Supreme Court Justices and city leaders.
A dated testimonial extols Dr Hulls Cough Syrup claiming to cure consumption like coughing fits. The ad emphasizes a 25 cent price and urges readers to ask for Bulls product as the only Bulls. It lists several street addresses in Chicago and Atlantic City as contact points.
Fragmentary OCR passage mentions Jon I. Cowen and Andrew Ambron in roles related to MMPI tests and sheriffs, with unclear affiliations. It references a superintendency in York and Washington, a secretaryship offer, and a veteran service record of thirty six years with unspecified context.
A garbled dispatch notes a Liberal party split over Armenia policy at a meeting in Dublin or Dublin related venue. The report also mentions Admiral Besnard outlining defense plans for Brest and Cherbourg and references the Fitz Sharkey case in San Francisco with resumed depositions and possible wholesale arrests tied to Smithy incidents.
A fragment mentions Indigestion remedies and advertising prices at 25 cents and 207 200 Muinetree products, plus John A. Morrig & Co. salts. In Washington a steamer Miachusa departed Amoy China for Swinten en route to Hong Kong for a winter cruise, indicating maritime activity and commerce chatter.
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