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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1897
Page
6
A miscellany of holiday notes from the region includes social notes, arrests, a divorce, a Christmas carol program at St Pauls, a boxing inspired game at League Park, and a Norfolk marriage. Police seek a local boy in a theft case while Miss Lilian Bain-Cammon reclaims her maiden name after a divorce.
Reported watch theft on Seaboard Air Line wharf ends with suspect detained after attempt to sell the recovered watch to Mr. Ty B. Jones. The man claims to be from Hickory and Primera Point and is held for examination. Separately, Judge Portlock appoints viewers to assess turnpike road conditions in Norfolk County for Indian Poll Drawbridge and related bridges.
Jamey F Maupin of this city is promoted to general forwarding agent of the Atlantic Coast Line starting the 16th instant, adding to his role as general forwarding agent of the Norfolk and Carolina rail trend. He will supervise the entire South bound business via this coast line system and the Norfolk and Carolina railway.
A rough ad copy warns of a dry morning cough linked to consumption and touts Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as a cure. An attributed testimonial from Simon Smasal cites disappearance of the cough after use. The text lists addresses and miscellaneous brand mentions in a chaotic, early advertising style.
Constable Jackson reports Heelan Wilkerson arrested for stealing about 310 worth of goods from Harry Goodman on County Street. The suspect, long suspected in ongoing thefts, was caught while trying to sell the stolen items and committed.
The note states route boys will collect today as Christmas Day approaches. It warns those who fail to pay will face delays until Christmas Day, jeopardizing their holiday. Mrs. Stark of Pleasant Ridge Indiana cites One Minute Cough Cure as an effective remedy for croup and throat troubles.
Washington reports deny recent claims of political prisoner mistreatment in Guatemala as baseless and propaganda from rebel agents. Government says it has shown leniency to rebels and awaits an amnesty amid a peaceful situation. Antonio Batres appointed minister for foreign relations.
Suffolk Virginia reports a tense standoff as J O Parrish resisted arrest for a Courtland board bill debt of 410 with Special Officer Butler Pretlow. bond posted. Local merchants see busy pre Christmas trade with extra sales staff. A Newport News hunting party visits Dismal Swamp for big game. County budget figures questioned by Chairman Walter Jordan. Various civic notices, church events, and social notes fill a wide holiday page.
A quiet home wedding took place at 1 15 today at Mr W F Winn's residence near Lawrenceville Virginia. Miss Lillie M Winn and Mr C D Shackleton were married by Rev Bax ton Crate in West Norfolk with Miss Mert Winn as maid of honor. The couple departed on the east bound A D railroad train and will reside in West Norfolk.
City notes show Lucy Odell visiting her parents while many residents and students travel for holidays. University and Georgetown students return home, local residents visit Baltimore and Washington, and a two story dwelling project is planned on Franklin avenue. A Christmas sermon is scheduled at Freemason Street Baptist Church and several youths plan to spend the holidays with families before returning to college.
A 1807 Newport News board statement explains Officer Z T Jones dismissal after a 15 day suspension for insubordination. The decision prompts legal and civic scrutiny as police and officials weigh the board’s discretion and potential grounds for dismissal.
In Berkley residents assist Norfolk Virginian with mail at 14 Berkley Ave and boxes in town. A Norfolk Southern box car derailed between Main and Deep in HIKgens. Mr Silvester returns to town with two American tiger cats showcased at Louis Wingfield’s Main Street. C T Cross of Georgia visits Dart NC with sister Mrs Story and Miss Rega Cross prepares holiday trip. Ryland Institute serenaders performed Wednesday night.
A vintage advertisement touts vanilla lemon almond and assorted spices and flavorings as superior for holiday meals. It promotes jelly wines priced at $1.00 and $1.50 a gallon, claiming they elevate a simple feast to a banquet rivaling expensive dinners.
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