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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1897
Page
5
Portsmouth briefing covers city council meeting, weather and power outages, ongoing crime and court actions, residents’ illnesses and accidents, skates and social events, traffic issues, public notices, and a large list of local personalities and business updates from The Virginian.
An advertisement extols Ayer's Hair Vigor as the best product for hair under any circumstance. It compares hair growth to a desert blooming after rain, pledging dandruff removal scalp cleansing and root nourishment to restore color or fade.
Robert Bidgood, a well known Western ranch trucker, was accosted by a dark skinned robber near the Western Branch draw bridge. Constable Gilgood and John Thompson pursued the suspect, Thompson shooting at the fleeing man who plunged into the river and vanished. The search by Bidgood and the constable found no trace of the assailant.
The Lower Baptist Association gathering begins at 10 o'clock today at South Street Baptist Church with A. G. Walker acting as moderator and I. By Mears as secretary. Dr Willingham of Richmond will speak on foreign missions tonight. Ellyson of Richmond and Linard Willso will address on Saturday. Toatwright and Milcher slated to preach Sunday services.
The Secretary of the Navy orders changes to all battleships cruisers and torpedo boats to move torpedo tubes from the bow to prevent catastrophic explosions during ramming. Estimated cost exceeds one million dollars for work at government yards.
During a heavy snowstorm on Wednesday, near Deep Creek two youths set out to seek an old molly horse. One lad fired carelessly during the search, wounding two boys, a white youth named Birehadt in the neck and a colored boy in the leg, as they were nearby. The accident followed a report of confusion as they searched for the horse.
John Mussenamith of Baltimore and Lizzie Maine Welsh of Philadelphia were married at Central Church in Norfolk by Rev. Dr. Ray. They resided in Norfolk for months and will make it their home after the ceremony.
Regular Berkley meeting chaired by Capt M Cy Keeling covers electric light plant costs and chamber refit at about 200 dollars. Jones reports harbor committee progress with Norfolk Ports mouth and annual town appropriation of 600 dollars. Funeral for James Walker at Merkley Avenue Baptist Church. Tidewater Council U A Mechanics clarified as a new organization with 120 members.
A damaged ad fragment from Water Street Norfolk va markets patent cures for kidney and eye ailments. It promotes a tonic claiming fast relief and lists Walker and Wuidetrrams druggists along with Lawrence Welton and others offering cut prices on jackets and fabrics. The copy also touts Chamberinia’s Civil remedy and various clothing sales.
The Supreme Court of Appeals issued two key opinions in Richmond matters involving York Steel and Tron Co and Petersburg vs Cocke. Justice Harrison overruled a demurrer and ordered a new trial in the York Steel case amid a stock dispute, with Justices Buchanan and Leith dissenting. The Petersburg case held lawyers owe license tax when practicing in the city. Additional opinions covered numerous circuit and chancery decisions, writs of error, and rehear requests across multiple counties.
In Blavana province a column led by Zavalza moved from San fore De Las Lajas to disrupt rebel coalitions. They faced heavy minskeuy fire as rebels deployed and blocked a Lions retreat. Col. 2nbalen led a cavalry charge met with strong resistance, forcing a retreat with many casualties on both sides. Sixteen troops wounded. General Weyler reported near Cadinitel by the Mana hana river, overseeing operations in Mytan 403 and Santa Clird provinces.
Report describes steamers Mrlonds and Paunt- Iees at liberty while coastwise wrecking expeditions proceed amid questions of customs permits. The Noe wits and the Dolphin prevent entry of Three Prende and Dauntless without special authorization from Washington. Captains and owners seek clearance from the Calet tor of Customs as authorities assess coastal operations.
Report describes owners of several vessels asking a collector to order warships to permit crossing the bar to sea. The commander refused citing department orders from Washington. The scene ends with a guard along the St John bar by revenue cutters and warships.
Dick Burge and Ed Connolly fought a 10 round at the Ome Sporting Club Birmingham England for 1000 side. The match ended in a draw as both men weakened after ten rounds and time was called. Connolly showed early pressure and Burge landed a decisive neck blow but Connolly recovered. Referee stopped the bout after the tenth round with the score tied. Also a health ad from Dr Greene of New York offering free consultations by letter.
Reported in New York harbor a new electrical signaling method on ships uses visible flare-like signals directed from decks to aid night distress calls. Experts deem it valuable for coastwise and international shipping though testing remains preliminary. A robber shot and wounded a grocer in White River after a burglary. Ex Queen LA arrives in Washington ahead of the inauguration.
An old promotional notice touts Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as a cure for consumption and coughs. A quoted testimonial from Simon Simasal of Chicago claims complete recovery after using the syrup, priced at 25 cents, with several vendors named.
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