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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1898
Page
3
The report notes Farah Jackson, a colony woman, arrested early morning for drinking and disorderly conduct. A policeman and Jackson entered a nearby house at approximately twenty two minutes past midnight.
City Engineer lays out seven new building lines including OO. F. Townsend two frame on Alexander Street and Johnatkin one frame on Tus atl avenue, H W Johnson one frame on Lovitt Avenue, C B Townsend three frame on Franklin Avenue.
The piece likens Penates as household gods and promotes Dr King's New Discovery for coughs and chest infections. It touts a quarter century of use, guarantees refund or replacement, and lists Burrow, Martin & Co.'s Drug Store as seller with bottles priced at one dollar.
The store advertises a fresh jewelry collection including a silver novelty item and an elegant piece offered at attractive prices. Christians are urged to rush early to view the stock and make purchases.
A large assortment of wet weather footwear and slippers offered at low prices by Nadolphi & Wallace and Walter J Simmons Co at 61 Bank Street opposite the Courthouse. Includes men women and children rubber boots and feltlined rubbers with storage visible in the ad. Must be sold with a focus on affordability and assortment.
In the Police Court docket disposed of yesterday Judge Tomlin sentenced a colored man to thirty days for larceny of a coat from Allen Boyd. Others received fifteen days for shoplifting Stevens' hat store, and one man chose a $25.50 fine over two months in jail for larceny of a watch. A false pretenses case earned a $4 fine. Neal Pryor's assault case was continued. Mill Ward Diggs was discharged for lack of evidence. A marriage vow was settled when David King married Virgi Sheksen after a knot-tying fee of $2 was raised by grandparents.
Clerk's office records show deeds admitted to record by month totaling 1860 for the year. Marriage licenses issued in the city reach 401 with monthly tallies listed from January to December.
An 19th century advertisement touts a patent remedy claiming health benefits for digestion nerves headaches and general ill health. It highlights products branded as Walter J. Simmons & Co large consignments and credits Rudolph and Wallace with superior preparations. The copy cites Stomach Lith aspects and tonic claims.
Polk Miller with Oscar Sisson and Dainty Foster Wallace present Uncle Daniel sketches and negro culture studies at the Academy. The Lilliputians bring The Pale In Midgettown with a 20 year old adult in child’s body plot and colorful tableaux. Also Pudd’nhead Wilson opens with Theodore Thomiston and Joseph Jefferson Jr. in a Southern tour.
The Rev FB Dudley unites Mirjah Vo Darker and Mary E Dozier in a Wednesday ceremony at the bride’s father home with family witnesses. A Tearnesst Workers meeting on Central Avenue ended with late night tea, at Mrs Shannon’s residence, followed by Christmas church programs at Colley Memorial Presbyterian and Moran Avenue Baptist Church with a loosely attended, enjoyable celebration.
The jury in Taesville found Emmet F Wood died from a pistol wound inflicted by an unknown party after repeated inquest delays. Commonwealth attorney Donen vows to pursue the case and urges county officials to address safety on streets from Cinemarne Street to Avenue Band and Chapel Street area.
Ashi po tay reports Rev. Hy Mennett is expected to fit his pulpit at Are Kondree to-morrow. Hunter has improved after a recent illness and is able to return home soon. Master Sewmans of West Ich land avenue had a country outing that ended when his shotgun discharged injuring his toes. Miss Mamie Fanshaw of West Brimbleton avenue returned from a visit to North Carolina.
Advertises Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best cure for bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores boils chapped hands and similar eruptions. Promises complete satisfaction or refund. priced at 26 cents per box. sold by Burrow Martin & Co.
A lively Christmas celebration at Epworth on Cumberland Street drew a large audience. The program featured infant and children's recitations songs and choruses under Miss Margaret Roper and Mrs B Cawels. Santa Claus handed out candy and gifts while later a communion service closed the evening.
Sunday services announced for Firat Presbyterian and Second Presbyterian with morning and evening times. St Mark's Lambert's Point reports Rev Powell and no Sunday school. other notices include Junior Order of United American Mechanics evening program and a scholarship offer from Southern Shorthand and Business University beginning Monday January 8.
A new device assists players by attaching to pianos for easier playing. It can be removed and swapped without changing the instrument, offering flexible use for musicians seeking quick setup changes.
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