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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1895

Page

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Congress Debates Bond Bill and Backroom Bets Amid NC Senators

North Carolina senators headline a set of committee assignments as the bond bill looms. President Cleveland weighs options as Congress stalls, with rumors of a lateDC ducking trip fueling tense tide at the Capitol. Virginia and North Carolina figures shape committee influence while battles over funding and gold payments echo through sessions.

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Baptists and Methodists Report Measured Conference Sessions

Methodist ministers held a quiet session with little business as a controversial article in a city morning paper was discussed and no action was taken. Baptist reports highlighted Christmas gifts, church additions, and new officers were elected with Dr Yen as president and Dr Wharton as second in command.

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Year Ends With Church Services And Concert

Old year ends with tolls and whistles across towns. Methodists hold sunrise services at Granby Street Church with Rev William Atwill delivering a sermon. Young Men's Christian Association marks year change with cheering, Wesleyan Glee Club concert at 8:10, Christie Groves recitals, and a talk by Dr Hartley. Water service led by Mey Dr Hrdl ends with refreshments. all are invited.

Granby Street William Hh. Atwill Cumberland Street Young Men's Christ Wesleyan Glee Christie Groves Americnl Mey Dr Hrdl

Sunday School Officers Elected At Grace Baptist Meeting

The Sunday School at Preemption Street Baptist elected officers for the coming year led by M. Winston as superintendent and H. Butler as assistant. Other posts include Treasurer YT. DB. Anderson, Secretary Wrelelit, and Librarians J. W. Paiver KL. 8. Guy. Organist selection postponed until next Sunday. Grace Baptist Sunday School also elected J. HW. Tiaud as Superintendent, Miss Gracie Mc Lew as assistant, and Miss Mamie Jordan as organist.

M. Winston Hm.utler DB. Anderson FP. Wrelelit Guy Hox Grace Baptist Sunday School J. HW. Tiaud J. T. Fentre Gracie McLew Mamie Jordan

Officers List of Huntersville Lodge and Related Bodies

A roster of officers and trustees for Huntersville Lodge No 2 I O O P and affiliated groups includes Noble Grand W R Cook, Vice Grand Thomas Ogle, Secretary Joseph Klepper, Treasurer B L Brothers, Chaplain Trustees George H Bosworth one year Thomas Ogle two year John A Lesner three years with Industrial Council No 22 Jr O U A M Samuel McKown Junior Past Councillor R L McClennan Councillor J B Munden Vice Councillor I J Boynton Recording Secretary L E E Howard Assistant Recording Secretary W W Gorton Financial Secretary C H H Barevott Treasurer M Humphreys Warden P D Bareo Conductor T T McClennan Inside Sentinel W E Powers Chaplain M Humphreys Trustee.

Huntersville Lodge W. R. Cook Noble Thomas Ogle John A. Lantner Joseph Klepper B. L. Brothers George H. Bosworth John A. Lesner Industrial Council Jr. O Samuel McKown

Funeral of Henry J. Young at First Presbyterian Church

The funeral of Henry J. Young was held Sunday afternoon at 8 o clock from the First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Dro Hiowerton officiating. A large number of friends attended and Talentine No. 40 J. O. Rachables accompanied the casket to Elmwood Cemetery where interment took place.

Fire damages awning at Main Street building

A defective electric heater wire set fire to an awning at 206 Main Street. Firemen from Truck No 32 at Main and Church extinguished the blaze after tearing down the awning. Loss was very small.

Main Street Trix No Main Church

Monroe Doctrine and Venezuela Crisis Debate in Senate

Senate discussion centers on the Monroe Doctrine amid British actions in Venezuela and a proposed naval procurement debate. Senator Lodge argues for US neutrality and containment, detailing historical precedents and warning against British boundary claims. The session probes Venezuela British tensions and calls for committee actions on foreign policy, with continued debate likely on the Venezuela dispute and naval contracts.

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Dunraven Charges Highlight Naval Inquiry At New York Yacht Club

Unclear transcript details Lord Dunraven and defense witnesses testifying before a committee at the New York Yacht Club. Sailors and officers recount alleged tampering with the Defender yacht amid post battle scrutiny. Session adjourned with continued testimony promised.

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New Veans Very Pow Sovtety People to-Morrow

A lengthy social notice describes tomorrow’s New Year event and community arrivals at a Norfolk venue. It lists numerous ladies and gentlemen from local families, the party hosts, and the planned program, including performances by Miss Pfhofhelmer and the Avondeny Orchestra, with festive decorations and events across several streets.

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Children Make Maegegey Pewee Club Plans Week

The article notes a community event for children at the Christi COOP CEs peewee league with nearby venues. It mentions a Thursday evening gathering at the Street Methodist Sundry School with Melby entertainment and an exception to a local meet.

Christi Coop Methodist Hye Melby

Storm damages reported across city streets and utilities

Severe storm caused widespread damage on Main and Church as shop signs and shingles blew away. Telegraph wires toppled and power lines fell, with heavy rain and debris plaguing Virgin Street. City faced significant outages between 11 and late morning, the strongest in years.

Oly Main Mhrer Oy Lee

Meeting on Police Regs Probed by City Leaders

Holton and Verdier of the Steaid attended a mayoral meeting to review police regulations as they consider adopting the new set. Reporters were asked to stay away, but sources say a significant portion of the agenda was completed. The mayor was not present.

Holton Verdier Steaid Dehane

Boys Attend Gospel Army Event At Formation Hill

The Boys' Gospel Army of the YMCA were entertained yesterday afternoon on disposition Hill by Mr Ambrose Page. The hall was filled with a crowd of boys and some parents. Applause from the youthful audience was long and loud.

Gospel Army The Young Men's Christian Association Ition Hill Ambrose Page

The True Remedy Syrup of Figs Promoted for Children

An advertisement states that Syrup of Figs by the California Fig Syrup Co. is the preferred gentle laxative for children. It claims the product improves condition and is more acceptable to kids than other remedies.

California Fig Syrup) Co

Navy Board Report Flags Texas Not Superior Vessel

Washington, Dec. 30. The Naval Board of Inspection reports the Texas has not proven itself a superior vessel. The bureau noted gun firing delays and a shaky bow deck, suggesting possible out-of-commission status and extensive repairs. Secretary Herbert declined to comment pending a formal statement tomorrow.

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First through train to Norvous on Southern Railway arrives

The first through train for Norvous on the Southern Railway reached Pinner's Point last night via Greensboro and Selma, on tracks of the Atlantic Coast Line. The freight train arrived at Pinner's Point and will be moved this morning. In ten days mainline and local trains are expected to operate on this route linking North Carolina railway segments.

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Are You Anxious to Save Manis and Get Bargains

Fragmented ad copy offers deep discounts on shirts waists and clothing for fifty boys at half price. Mentions low prices and limited supply with unclear figures and garbled currency. Describes wool clothing and waists with best effort to imply value and urgency for readers to shop before stock runs out.

Manis

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