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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1897

Page

8

Moonshining, Rail Rates Dominate North Carolina News

Raleigh dispatch notes the Railway Commission maintaining strict anti fraud policy on registrations and freight rates, Seaboard Air Line facing rate disputes with Carolina Central. It reports moonshining growth in the Western district, a prison guard's allegation, and looming executions. also coverage of state agricultural meetings and Confederate veterans events.

William N. de Tosset Confederate Veterans North Carolina George Burgwyn Anderson Edward Aa. Osborne Charlotte State Association of Academies J. M. Sterner M. Prince M. I. Holt Florand Thompson Hugh Morson A. J. Justice John B. Kellyy PD. L. Gray J. A. Flot Paul County Supervisors Alderman University Melver Sorin and Todushin Railway Commission

Swift's Specific touted as cure for rheumatism blood disease

An advertisement claims rheumatism is a blood infection and that Swift's Specific JS.S.S) purifies the blood and strengthens the body. The copy pledges it as the only real blood remedy and offers free books by the Swift Specific Co of Atlanta, Ga.

Swift Swirt Spromic Co Atlanta,Ga

Elizabeth City News Roundup Highlights Local Moves

This brief notes visitors in town including Mrs. Sanderton now of Charlotte NC and a Christmas edition of the Tisher and Dameron newspaper under A H Mitchell. It mentions Rev Tyre leaving with his family for transfer and Superior Court convening on the first Monday in January with Judge Brown.

Mizabeth OCL Spreclair M. . Sandertin Charlotte N. C Tishernnndarmen Mir A. H. Mitchell Ilisabeth Alt Tyre Methodist Church Superior Court Spethi Jandy Brown Houls Selle Celta

Edenton visitors and church convention notes

Eden Lon N C December 17 special Mr Paul Rhodes of New York spent a few days in Edenton Rev Jo Rumley formerly pastor of the Edenton Methodist church now of Murfreesboro arrived there yesterday on business A A Martin Esq of Norfolk and W W H Kurkin of Elizabeth City are at the Bay View Stev W S Watson gave his congregation last night an action of the work of the convention which recently met with the Baptist Church at Oxford N C The convention meets with the church at Greenville N C next year Ten Thomas Skinner of Hertford was in our little city this morning

Edlenton N. C Paul Rhodes New York Edenton Jo. Rumley Edenton Methodis Murfrorghore N.C A. A. Martin Norfolk W. W H. Kurrkin Elizabeth City Bay View Stev W. S. Watson Baptist Church Oxford Greenville Skinner Iertioril Ely

Halifax Chronicle Reports Local Rumors and Medical Advances

Halifax NC dated December 17 notes a rumor of a new doctor and a drug store opening, mentions Deputy Collector Daniel’s raid recovering two stilts, and lists local residents' comings and goings. It also covers a Jamestown hospital experiment on artificial insensitivity and a German medicine derivative, detailing injections and nerve blocks.

Halifax N. C

Invasion and Contests Hit Virginian Political Scene

Washington dispatch reports Virginia Republicans organizing new Invasion efforts as factions vie for control. Meeting with Hanna planned. President to be sought next week. Walker pushes Virginia contests while Patterson Carmack case eyed. Dockery and Waller receive political appointments amid ongoing party strife.

Washingtn D. C Olive Stelers Bowden Trent Skinsberry Lowen Hanna Hehl Wriday Republican Executive Committee Walker Wointiearis State Committee Manna Withers Daniel Martin Dun- Rymin Young Jterbent Paptsnwowich Fooler Old Point Postetties Gary House Tis Wise Tennessee Virginia Pritchard North Carolina H. C. Dockery United States Thomas ©. Waller Semmtoy Ransom

Robert Prager Chosen Principal at State Female Normal School

The Weaps of the State Remate Normal School selected Robert Prager of Virginia as principal after a lengthy hearing of applicants. Prager, a Civil War veteran and former president of various institutes, accepted the position and telegrammed Columbus, Mississippi, confirming his willingness. Mrs. Prager is noted in connection with the selection process.

Wehmond Mirmyvige Oto John A. Cimntnehwim Aehool Dhe Lyk Robert Prager Roeetyert Columbus Miss Robert Praam Mr Travorty Virginia Orange County Selarts Et Ie County Greenland Abani Coups Dinwirl University of Virginia Wernstown de Bie Dee Florida Grant Aus Conan Paterman Fielly Fraser Denweerat Malerma Friger Vieeink Warrenton Miss Spillman A. Spillman Warrentay Nofaymn Orange Orin Ibsen Female Institute Marion Jewelehy Dong Frager Matt Apomtll Tudwsteinl Moller Cobian Nis Miferta Nis Wathoe Blaze Mae St Lapert

Funeral Notice and Health Advice From An Era

The piece reports the funeral of Mrs Grace L. Sams, detailing her family ties to Bishop Francis Whittle and her marriage to Captain Horace H. Sams. It also advocates Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription for women, claiming broad testimonials and urging use to ensure healthy motherhood. The writing blends obituary details with moral health guidance and promotional content.

Sams Grace L. Sains Boush Street Conway Whittle Francis Whittle Virginia Horace H. Sama

What are You Going to Do About It

An offer promises discounted medical treatment for patients who apply before January 1 with medicines included. Rates are set at £5 per month, one half the usual rate, and a quarter of specialist charges. No grace after New Year’s Day.

Tamanry UATE

Dr L B Firey Offices at 344 Main Street

Dr L B Firey maintains offices at 344 Main Street in the Frank and Sons building, occupying suites 1 and 2.

Main Street Frank & Sons

Trade Goods Listed in Fragmentary Catalog

Fragmentary OCR item list shows perfumes, waters, brushes, combs, mirrors, and mounts. Mentions 32.75 box and various brand-like names such as Troger Gallets and Violet products. No clear event or outcome. catalog-like inventory appears from a historical shop page.

Troger & Gallet Oylan Plhoamd Violet Parmia Colingue

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