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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1897

Page

9

For Rent Listings by W H H Trice & Co Real Estate

Realty notice from W H H Trice & Co listing residences flats stores and offices for rent across multiple streets and districts including Riley street Duke street York street Church street Brambleton area Colonial Ghent and City National Bank locations. Includes varied properties such as flats stores offices and residences with October 1st occupancy reference.

Tazewell Street Bute Street Charlotte Street Cumberland Street High Street York Street Duke Street Dartmouth Street Roanoke Dock Granby Street Commercial Place Church Street Commerce Water Street Granby Main Street Riley St Duke St York College Place Granby St Fawkland Holt St Arlington Place Brambleton N. Graydon Avenue Maltby Avenue Claiborne Ave Church St High St Talbot Bank Grace St York St Colonial Avenue Ghent Holtast Main St Corner Water Madison Sts Grammerce St Queen St Main At Main‘st City National Bank

Sale on Monday Half-Price Dress Goods and Linens

On sale Monday fifty percent discounts on black dress goods silk Gloria SUN UMBRELLAS and PANDY PARASOLS while remnant lawns silks and dress goods clear out at half price. Limited quantities, hurry to close out selections.

Ex-Auditor Noble Claims Accounts Correct After Roanoke Probe

W A Noble former Roanoke city auditor and Norfolk resident surrendered to police amid questions over warrants. He maintains his books show no irregularities and a $2200 shortfall. he says owed warrants were reissued with council sanction. Noble and attorney Esten Randolph posted $400 bail with Dr Edwards as surety.

W. A. Noble Norfolk Norfolk, Old Point Willoughby Spit W Mll Cty Roanoke Noble Esten Randolph W. A. Howards The Public Ledger J. Fston Randolph Mr. Noble

Weather Report for Tony Washington July 13 1897

Fortount and general conditions show fair weather with showers in eastern portions. Virginia and North Carolina may have showers earlier with northwesterly winds. port calendar notes sunrise 4 55 am, sunset 7 25 pm, high water at 9 15 and 9 30 am, low water at 3 14 and 3 11 am.

Tony Washington Virginia North Carolina Tilgh Water Low Walter

Chautauqua to Present John P Chimm Lecture

Washington DC lecturer John P Chimm will give an illustrated talk titled Ben Mur at o the Aeandany of Music bo nisit at the Academy of Music. This version differs from Rodeors and has been shown at major venues. Tickets 25 cents at the box office.

Chautauqua John P. Chimm Washington, D.C O the Aeandany of Music Bo-Nisit

Little Toris Nolte Sings at Atlantic Garden in Philadelphia

Among performers at the Atlantic Garden is three year old Toris Nolte of Philadelphia who sings and dances neatly. She is bright and pretty and has recently received showers of small coins from admirers. Little Gertie goes to Richmond next week for a two week engagement.

Allantic Garden Toris Nolte Philadelphia Little Gertie Richmond

North Carolina Militia Sets Camp Near York Hotel

A portion of the State militia of North Carolina has gone into camp there. The Alerry Pomd of York, Pa. pitched their tents in the crove of pines and Grimes' Battery occupied the broad lawn near the hotel. Two companies of North Carolina troops will arrive on Tuesday.

State Militia North Carolina Alerry Pomd York Crove of Pines Grimes’ Battery

Girder Falls at Monticello Hotel Injures Worker

James Scott a colored immigrant worker at the Monticello Hotel construction sustained a fracture to his right leg when a girder slipped from its rest and struck his leg. He was transported to St. Vincent's Hospital by ambulance for treatment.

James Scott Monticello Scott Ile St. Vincent's

Po miheotas Council excursion to OM Pelat and the Capes

On Wednesday evening July 21 R A council will offer an excursion benefiting the Infant Sanitarium. Priessons Uckets priced for adults, mates, MO comnts, ladies and children at 26 cents.

Pomiheotas Council R. A OM Pelat Capes Priessons Uckets

Excursion Up James River On Dominion Steamer Planned

Tomorrow an excursion up the James River to Aremont will be organized aboard one of the Dominion steamers. The First American Chard Guard will participate in the event, with massive preparations noted for the trip.

James River Aremont Ola Dominion aChiaremoent

Death of Mrs Lorens Lorenz at Abeta home

The death of Mrs. Lorens Lorenz occurred yesterday at her home on Wood and Chapel streets from consumption. She was aged unspecified. The funeral will be held at the residence this afternoon at 4 50 o'clock.

Manda V. Lorenz Abeta Woodsod Chapel

Bucklen Arnica Salve Offered Amid Local Sales Push

The ad promotes Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a universal cure for skin ailments with a money back guarantee. Burrow, Martin & Co claim The Crubh has bought Andrews & Parker stock and will sell at about half price starting Saturday. The Jefferson Richmond, Va., restaurant advertises European service, moderate rates, and clean rooms from 1.50 per day.

Bucklen Sallely Burrow, Martin& Co Jefferson Richmond

Weather Report from Norfolk July 13 by J. Gray

U S Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau observes 24 hour figures in Norfolk. Max temp 72, min 70, mean humidity 81 percent. Rainfall 0.12 inches in past 24 hours, 0.26 inches since July 1. Departure from normal shows minus and since January 1 totals. Observer J. Gray signs off.

U. S. Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau Norfolk Janary J. J. Gray

Epworth Leaguers From Norfolk Head to Toronto Convention

Norfolk and regional attendees travel by New York Philadelphia and Norfolk railroad to Toronto for the national Methodist Epworth Leagues convention. Delegates from Ashland Palmville Kellar Princess Anne Danville Lynchburg Richmond Berkley and other points join, with organizers arranging travel via Cape Charles and onward to Niagara, Philadelphia, and beyond.

Epworth Queen’s Dominion Norfolk New York Philadelphia W. G. ,Boges W. J. Vescy Harry Vesey J. D. Langley Ashland Mary Lee Kennett Nettie Hennett I. S. Bennett Palmville Mary Paulette Jules Venable Kellar TE. tWarret J. Ju. Pray L. J. Jlyslop Princess Anne lRevy G.T. Alderson T. I. Belliechamp Pranktown W. H. Roberteon Berkley Mrs. Malstead Danvile D. HH. Tucker Mary “Erehee Lida Shelton Lynchburg J. ¢. Heed Minnest Stevens Amherst County Bucker Richmond City Gilbert J. Hunt Portsmouth L. TR. Betty J. T. Beaman W. R. Pryctor Rugby Asbury Christian W. J. Beauchamp Richmond W. R. Crowder Astern Shore J. F. Ceci Wytheville Ola Point Hampton Pennsylvania Railroad

School Board Reelects Old Teachers and Handles Other Business

The School Board met in regular session to reelect all old teachers and address other matters. The group, led by Captain W. A. S. Taylor, approved a $218.12 transaction covering the Commonwealth's Attorney fee and resolved to appoint legal representation for the board. Superintendent Doble presented a yearly enrollment of 2,289, attendance 2,086, and 185 dropouts, noting grammar certificates and forecasts for higher next-year attendance. The board also discussed school fee cost comparisons across cities, with Wilmington, Lynchburg, Norfolk, and Staunton among those listed, and elected substitutes, assistants, and janitors for various wards.

Board of W. A. S. Taylor Nessus Pamplin Winston Moran Ruffin Taylor Morris Minter Bell Whitehead Bunting Doble Bald High Schoal Commonwealth Duncan Fourth Ward Bain Alexaaidrin Danville Predericksburg Sleents Lynchburg Auanchester Norfolk Petersbnshire SO Ponts Portsmouth Richmend Remoke Staunton Winchester Dolte Neeling Corgin Miller Warsham Stevens Crandall Nellie Found Utah Miss Miller G. Oi Wickman Wish School Co. c. Lewis Mwourth Ward

The Hub Purchases Entire Stock For Saturday Sale

The Hub at 374 Main Street offers extraordinary values as it purchases the entire stock for a Saturday morning sale. Buyers are urged to wait for the new furnishings and savings to be revealed when the stock goes on sale at noon.

Andrews & Parker Put Hely Escott Crubh Main Street Senegon Cholerstoods Matin Street

Norfolk News Highlights From Ocean View And City Life

A Norfolk community update notes excursions to Richmond and Ocean View, local church events, and social visits. Daily life involves military gatherings, a ferry steamer back in service, stockholders meeting at Norfolk College for Young Ladies, and ball games or cream and cake events.

First Baptist Church Richmond Rudolph Ocean View J. Hardy Hendrens Pulte Bute and Duke Streets City of Portsmouth Fannie Patrick Washington, N. C Misa Lethe S. Hoskins Rose Avenue Norfolk College For Norfolk Wilson, N James R. Askey Jos. Askey Baltimore Mr. Grey Norfolk Baseball St. Vincent's Hospital Young Ladies Society Port Avenue Baptist Church Professor Cloward Soldiers' Home Lee Rifles Suffolk Swansey Butler Philadelphia Baldwin Locomotive Works J. Clifton Batts Hag HY. Hodges Durham N. C Durham Cornet Bank Main Church Streets Union Mission R. W. Webb Democrats U.S Cincinnati Lambert's Point John Zeller St. Vincent's ‘Hospital Southern States’ Company Prank W. McCullough Dunmore Street Wheelman Marin J. Fletcher Amherst County Lynchburg Fiora Mletcher

Main street shoe shops plan limited hours This summer

A circulated notice by all Main street shoe firms states stores will close at 6 PM from July 16 to September, Saturdays excepted, with shopters urged to instruct customers to shop before 6 40 PM. The move aims to grant workers leisure and avoid hardship for buyers during the period.

Main Street

Brambleton Democratic Club Plans Ward Meeting Tonight

The Brambleton Democratic Club schedules a 7 oclock meeting to hold an elite team session for attending the media meeting in the ward. Delegates will be selected to attend the Roanoke convention.

Brambleton Democratic Club Oelock Sharp Mdia Hell Roanoke

Special midsummer prices from Greenwood & Uro for Halos in ware

Promises good results and unusual trade for summer with Naively priced goods. The Casket on Main Street offers gold and silver ware and Postman's Sa dak supplies at strict manufacturered prices. Tourists will find a full supply and savings at The Casket.

Messrs C.F. Greenwood & Uro Sis Main Street Old No

Bank Officers Elected In Dual City Elections

Marine Bank stockholders elected directors Charles Reid W O Gwathminey B P Loyall James T Borum Washington Taylor Thomas Tabb M L T Davis Richard Co Taylor W W Chamberlaine and Walter H Taylor. Walter H Taylor re elected president. Bank of Commerce directors J E Barry B T Bockover K M Elliott R P Voight B G Pollard F M Whitehurst J W Hunter R W Santos Fred Greenwood Cary P Weston N Beaman. N Beaman named president R B Elliott vice president. A semi annual dividend of four per cent was declared.

The Marine Bank Charles Reid W. OW. Gwathminey B. P. Loyall James T. Borum Washington Taylor Thomas Tabb M. L. T. Davis Richard Co. Taylor W. W. Chamberlaine Walter H. Taylor Bank of Commerce J. E. Barry B. T. Bockover Elliott R. P. Voight B. G. Pollard F. M. Whitehurst J. W. Hunter R. W. Santos Fred. Greenwood Cary P. Weston N. Beaman R. B. Elliott

Cotton Market and Weather Report Highlight Drought Areas

Across the South West hot dry weather persists while the Government weekly weather report notes crop improvement in the Eastern Central belt and drought in Texas Missouri and Arkansas. New York futures rise with August 7.49 and October 7.10 to 7.11. New Orleans contracts up 16 points. total sales 77 400 bales. Port receipts reach 911 versus 1481 last year and 433 in 1890.

Liverpool Government Weekly Texas Missouri Arkansas New York New Orleans United States

Virginia Military Institute lauded as premier military academy

The Lexington Virginia institution is praised for its military organization, scientific and technical instruction, and strict discipline. Maj. Gen. O. O. Howard notes in Britannica that VMI is among America's top military schools, ranking beside West Point.

Lexington Virginia Britannica O. 0. Howard United States Virginia Military Institute West Point

Virginian readers invited on CG A excursion to Old Point Capes

The Virginian readers are invited to an excursion by CG A to Old Point and the Capes this Friday evening. The Pocahontas steamer will sail from the Southern Railway wharf at 6 o clock, giving an hour and a half ashore with a music program. Refreshments will be available at modest prices and streetcars will meet the return steamer.

Old Point Capes Southern Thailway Company Tih Virginia Beach St. Mary's Asylum Norfolk Portsmouth Brambleton Ead St. Mary's Orphan Asylum Pocahontas Old Point Moonlicht Teave Southern Bellwoay Company

Young Man Runs Soda Water Fountain at Pure Syrups

An experienced young man takes charge of the soda water fountain with pure fruit syrups aboard. Cream soda will be served at six cents. Jul 4 in the notice context.

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