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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1897

Page

2

Golden Medical Discovery Promises Health for Men

An advertisement extols Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure that builds rich red blood, strengthens digestion, and restores vitality. It claims a healthy body begins with ordered digestion, liver, and bowels and invites readers to obtain the book for free by sending stamps.

Atmon Pierce Gemma Dragista de Pletee Woks Dispensary Medical Association Main Street Bulalo

City Secures Joyce Lake Water for Norfolk

Norfolk purchased the Joyce Lake property in Princess Anne County to secure the city’s emergency water supply. Ballentine bought the mortgage at par, paying in gold to captain the sale. the city’s Water Commission and Attorney Taylor aided the action, with the deed issued to Ballentine and later delivery to the trustee. The purchase covers two thirds of Joyce Lake, leaving one third to condemnation actions for the water project.

Ohty Iis Ahd J. M. Keeling Pasiellon Lake Jones Princess Anne County Eity Cominiestin Marin Hondert Nisopinten WW. G. Blogard & Co Iraee Simmons Mestre Woodward W. PL Baroon Itheelly Waer Board Mesors Ballantine Te Cound Guimimliecsity Snyper Boadtle Clogsard Thoinaa Pallentine Ballentine Hoged Shmmons Cownell Abe O. A. Wodtwart Amd Dave Ty Waher Commission Norfolk Celestin Ogee Keeling -Cenur Winhelme R. Hallont'nene Commi Teman Davis AL Wood Wierd W.T. Barron Miesion Metin Ecity Norfells National Bank Cruce Simmons Wielien Lake Joyce Walter H. ‘Taylor Aml George's Audavir Princes Anne County Court Ely Ordor Joyce

Early 1900s Cold Remedy and Eye Care Ad

A dated advertisement offers Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets to cure a cold in a day with money back if it fails. It also promotes seeing Dr. Week for eye care with guaranteed glasses.

Norfolk and Western Air Line Expansion Affects Northwest Route

A new routing plan links Norfolk and Western with Columbus Toledo Wisconsin Central and Pere Marquette to create a Northwest corridor. The scheme extends from Toledo to Ludington and ties into Manitowoc Wisconsin Central with connections to Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul. The move aims to shift export traffic southward and boost Norfolk and Western and the city’s growth, with implications for several rail lines and regional economies.

Erty Wem Tau Hecard Fis Ivor Norfolk Norfolk and Western Railroad Norfolk and Western Columbus Hecking Valley Toledo Wisconsin Central Tint Pere Marquette Jolna Uy Filnt Quain Ludington Ann Arbor Veréement Michiown Peninsute Ned Westen Eliy Ovieais Nepfolk IV Vito Cleveland Cincinnati

Widow Mary Griffin Died in West Norfolk Virginia 1787

Mrs. Mary AL Griffin died at West Norfolk Virginia January 28 1787 after a long life with three sons and a devoted family. The will be carried to her old home in Southampton County Virginia. She was described as affectionate and exemplary Christian and cherished by her family and friends.

B. Moekler Boule Nova Scotia Norfolk Vhameter Wrionde San Franeven Cal John Moekle John Mockler Rock of Cashel Leland Coimne America San Francisco Mary AL Griffin West Norfolk Torpe On Point Vat Thomas Johnnes Ald Howe Southampton Wetold Suterer

Funeral set for Martha WES late of Primville city

Funeral arrangements announced for Martha WES, age unknown, longtime city resident and former Primville resident. She was a member of Freemason Street Baptist Church and widow of LO Mather. Survived by four sons Percy, Viupter, Tough I, and Stanley.

Myst Martha Ismuer LO. Mather Kinve Inc Primville Freemason Street Baptist Abiives Percy Tough I Stanley W, Butler

Churches Tomorrow Services in Telford Lewisburg West Virginia

First Presbyterian church Reverend Tt. 1 Telford will preach tomorrow at 11 a.m. and 7:20 p.m. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. Young People's meeting at 6:45 p.m. in Lewisburg area.

First Presbyterian Church Telford Lewisburg W. Va

Campbell’s Bas-Relief Portraits on Display

The advertisement touts new bas-relief portraits by Campbell the widcawnake photographer. It promises superiority of finish and style and invites viewers to see the works at his studio on Main Street in Calientine from January 10 to 12.

Artin Campbell

Invention called the eophone tested on ships for fog navigation

A Virginian inventor named La Vorrey tests the eophone aboard the Indiana and Old Dominion Line ships. The device, a small mastless box, detects faint sounds invisible to the naked ear and shows their direction, promising safer navigation in fog.

Indiana Old Dominion la 'Vorrey

Unclear market report with mixed commodity figures

Fragmented data from a market listing notes rising temperatures and varied contract declines in Liverpool. It cites spot sales of 64 009 miles and 76 000 bales in futures markets, with May and October price ranges, reflecting a quiet trading environment.

Colton Werther Bank Oootten Liverpool Dheshie Banely Stemedy Bates New York Imarket AUREL

Absorbing winter coat sale ends tonight at Rettew Chay

This morning at eight, Seanda Wells announces a stock of ladies coats priced from 3 to 18 dollars with many at 4 50 5 8 10 and 12 dollars. Coats include navy myrtle tan and black with fur trim velvet collars and silk details. Children coats also offered. store hours end at night.

Sennidalons Uhis Seanda Wells Itworld Sea2un Jis Chay

Entangled Hawsers Tie Up Boats. Diver Called

Two vessels named Frank A. Leon and Alvah F.L. Clark became entangled in each other’s hawsers while leaving Ininoke Dock yesterday and needed a diver to disentangle them. Ringing sounds in the ears and other disturbances were reported.

Frank A. Leon Alvah FL. Clark Ininoke Dock At Diver

Greenwood & Bro. Advertise Sterling Goods At Low Prices

Messrs Greenwood & Bro announce the best stock of sterling silver watches diamonds etc at prices that speak for themselves More ensemble supplies on hand Heavy assortment of sterling Silver from 41 to 150 The best watchmaker and chronometer adjuster remains at the old stand For the best at unreasonable prices call at The Casket off No 155 Main street

Roy Greenwood & Bro Messrs Reenwood & Bro New York Main Street

The Shoe That Will Wear and Comfort for All Trades

An advertisement touts a versatile work shoe called the Gest Shoe available at Hellurs One-Price Shoe Store 4 Bank St opposite the Courthouse. It claims use by policemen, butchers, conductors, and many tradesmen, highlighting durability and comfort. Also promotes Hankins' Steamed Hominy and Wilk corn product, offered seasonally.

Hellurs Bank St

Weather forecast and tide details for Virginia and North Carolina

Washington DC January 20 weather report notes fair and warmer conditions for Virginia with westerly winds and milder Saturday,North Carolina expected rain with northwesterly winds and less cold. Port calendar lists sunrise and sunset times plus high and low tides for today.

Washington, D. C Virginia North Carolina

Meteorologica Weather Readings From Norfolk Report

U S Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau Norfolk reports 24 hour max and min temperatures with departures from the 24 year normals. The record notes precipitation for four hours and total since January first. Observer J J Gray signs the entry.

Meteorologica! Tita U. S. Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau Norfolk J. J. Gray

Unknown causes death at Mansion House coroner inquest told

A coroner's inquest at the high constable's office investigated the death of Daval Hilliard found in his Mansion House room. The jury ruled death from unknown causes, likely alcohol and morphine use. Witnesses described Hilliard as a lifelong smoker and morphine user. An ex-sailor testified about a night drinking with Hilliard and Hilliard taking morphine pills. Remains were sent to Halifax for interment. Hilliard, a farmer, leaves a widow and three children.

Daval Hillard Mansion House Wizard Herbert Nash J. E. Waterfield James Sturels Williard Miara Hilliard Ehnres Wal Halifax

Funeral notice for Martha A DUT of Lobster aged 6

Beechams pis dispel the blues text includes a funeral notice for Martha A DUT of Lobster aged 6. Services are from the residence Sunday afternoon at a specified time with family and friends invited.

Claw Street Hi Hamoom Martha A Eeusey Lobster

Pattierland at Academy of Music Opens with Gardner

Amusements note that Pattierland featuring Charles A. Gardner and a company of actors and singers opens Monday Feb 1 at the Academy of Music. The show includes the German character Karl Leopold and new songs The Lily and Apple Blossoms. Old style glee and dancing bits appear as part of the program.

Pattierland Charles A. Gardner Academy of Music Karl Fathermnod Séata

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