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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1897
Page
5
A jumble of local items reports two marriages announced, a man run from a lot on County Street, visitors and residents noted around town, and various church and civic notices. Other passages cover a Confederate veterans banquet speech and local social updates with scattered names and events.
A US50,000 mortgage from the Portsmouth company to Frederick MM Leonard of Philadelphia secures principal mortgage bonds. Recorded yesterday in the County Court Clerk’s office, the chartered dealer in inns covers land along the Western side of the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River including multiple named tracts totaling over 2,000 acres. The mortgage reserves a 60 foot right of way for riverfront rail access and releases claims of damages for bridges, and also covers the Portsmouth company’s franchise. Signed December 31, 1896.
A report from yesterday describes Kyant, accused of cheating an old man at cards. The man reportedly refused to pay wards, while Kyant claimed the cards were marked and could be read from the back. A judge sentenced him to liberty days in jail for his alleged dishonesty.
A chaotic 19th century report shows multiple court actions including Charles Sills accused of assault and battery with guns and Joseph Spady charged with concealed weapons, all turned over to Norfolk authorities. A Baptist Young People's meeting at Count Street Baptist is announced with Theo. M S Wharton delivering the address.
In County Court Stration Nis Deon faces multiple charges including possession of taurine and related counts. The case before Justice Waynes involved combing, selling minor and keeping a gambling den. After evidence, the court assessed $34 in costs.
Mrs Catherine Lyons wife of P J Lyons died at age about one year, a daughter of the Linehuci family. She had many acquaintances and will be mourned by friends. The funeral will be held tomorrow Monday evening at St Pauls Catholic Church, with services at 7 o clock from the church.
The service will be held at her late residence on Crawford Street under the rectorship of Reverend Mr. Puneten of Trinity church. The notice notes the burial follows the Miss Wirigtat’s passing and mentions relatives and a recent time of death.
In a somber note, Mrs J W Goodson faced the loss of her son W H T Chive who died suddenly. The funeral service will be held tomorrow at 8 PM from the parents residence at 710 Bart Street.
A vintage sale notice offers low prices on jackets, capes, cloaks, and embroidered textiles. Limited quantities remain with several items half price. The ad lists Fruit of the Loom Cotton goods and yard wide fabrics, urging customers to visit the Oxford Hall location for discounts.
Advert shows heavy reductions on hats mats carpets cloths and furniture at W E Vinnelson and Co and other local firms. Items include hats from 1.00 to 2.00 and 2.50 mats and suits from 5.00 upward with several price cuts emphasized. Some typos and misprints but core is a clearance sale photos brand names Levy Jacobs Crawford and Chas S Welton Co.
An aboard brawl leads to a man firing a pistol during a cabin altercation. He is taken into custody as investigations identify witnesses and the authorities move the case toward magistrate measures.
In Berkley the reevier monthly meet was held at a local ferry site with full attendance. Key figures include Medehn S. Wtherklge recently Gosles in Pretigehes, amid discussions on mining in the Pomerat stub. The town reports general interest in upcoming Chest Th Ss hiesed creel and calls for community attention to local events.
A garbled report outlines plans for a new station to be known as Porcinaith Pstation amid regional developments near Norfolk and Petersburg. It references St. Stunle New ames Val and several local entities, hinting at power, rail, and municipal projects with uncertain specifics and dates.
The Quaker Airy Asmieile Club announces a Monday event featuring Principal Gunness and a boxing memory involving Newel and Acheson Mae. The notice hints at past ring incidents and a forthcoming performance with local participants in Philadelphia and nearby areas.
Social notes list guests from Philadelphia New York and University of Virginia visiting local residents. Musical recitals at Epworth and upcoming Y.M.C.A. lecture. Revolutionary Daughters chapter reports on officers gifts, planned tablet, library funds and Thursday meetings. charity and social events described with local figures and venues.
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