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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1897
Page
5
The piece contrasts past and present labor practices at naval yards, praising skilled civilian mechanics over Annapolis trained officers. It notes that constructors selected their own crews based on merit, with foremen rating workers after trial. Navy boards and officers largely stayed out, letting yard mechanics manage their teams.
Members of the Electoral Board in Norfolk failed to agree on a third member as ordered by a judge. Cromwell proposed M. Newberne, Shea blocked him, Shea named three others, Cromwell refused. They petitioned Judy Prentiss to quash the rule, claiming no contempt and arguing the mandamus was suspended for thirty days. The court quashed the rule and issued a new mandamus demanding duty by 12 oclock on Monday July 19.
George Washington Johnson, a colored man from near Bowers Hil, sues Port Norfolk Electric Road for 2000 dollars. He claims a street accident when his mule drawn cart loaded with lumber struck by an electric line caused personal injury he has not recovered from. Trial before Messrs. Eason & Peterson with Col. W. H. Stewart for the road. jury instructions debated. session adjourned to morning for further argument.
After purchasing stock from Thomas Hundley under Ocean House, Emmet Deans announces a limited sale to clear an immense fall stock. Prices are described as unheard of and never seen before, with early calls urged to secure bargains. All stock must be sold with no reservations and extra bargains on unlisted items.
The city recorded 292 deaths from July 1 1896 to June 30 1897, down from 328 the prior year a drop of 36 while population rose. Deaths from consumption numbered 60. child deaths under one year declined by 100 versus 1895 96. This notable improvement is a source of pride.
Mr and Mrs Peyton Timestall mourn the death of their baby Elsie aged ten and a half months in Hendersonville North Carolina. The burial is scheduled for this afternoon in Hendersonville. The child had been ill and was brought there with her mother seeking relief from suffering.
An examination of kidney roles describes their duty to filter waste from blood and discharge it via urine. It warns that kidney inactivity leads to systemic disasters and promotes kidney diseases like diabetes and Bright's disease, recommending Hostetter's Stomach Hitters to maintain vitality and prevent ailments.
Lawn prices drop from eight and ten cents per yard to five and six cents. Alternative 12144 and 9e lawns now ten cents per yard. Cash terms. The greatest surf bath ever known now at Virginia Beach. Large crowds visit each evening. Don’t miss it.
Ladies of Parx View host a lawn party at the corner of Hanton and Ann streets this evening. Rebecca Brown was sent to the county jail for fifty days on a disorderly conduct charge. James Willams was sentenced to thirty days in jail for a misdemeanor.
Miss Juja Bland Gherry and Mr. Walter Webb were united in marriage last night at the residence of Mrs. Bland on Nelson street between Sifth and Sixth. Rev. Mr. Bos main conducted the ceremony and a reception followed.
The Port Norfolk Driving Park hosted a Tuesday cycle race with about 300 spectators. Gilman Obey of Norfolk won the two mile pace in eight minutes and collected three prizes. Also noted: Edward Hannaman resigned as motorman after long service on the electric railway, praised as sober and capable. The Virginian editor reports improved paper format now printed in book form, easier to read without draft blows.
Washington July 14 still wide apart on tariffs conferees report no immediate prospect of agreement with a temporary deadlock. House forces led by Speaker Weed resist key items including a 20 percent duty on hides and restoration of sunny bags while Senate pushes a stamp tax on stock and end. Progress noted but unclear who gains as weary conferees adjourn after six.
Chilhowle Va merchant R B Greeve says he suffered consumption and nearly died before using Dr King's New Discovery. After two doses he was cured, and three years later he resumes work, praising the remedy for coughs colds and consumption. Clinical guarantee and free trial bottles available at Darrow Martin Co.'s Drug Store.
Textile brief notes fabrics including dotted Swiss in stripes and plaids, in Hinen shades. Mentions price reduction from 1% 1 Se and yard rate. A. J. Phillips listed under Oxford Hall as seller.
Charles Tt presents crash hats and linen hats just received from Welton and Co W E Virnelson Co Ocean View stocks all stars this week under Manager Bush with an attractive talent lineup featuring a grand trio Preston Miss Belmatin and Calbert July events tease the latest show talents announced for the week
J S Crayford's Furniture and Carpet House advertises wire doors and windows in stock and custom sizes plus refrigerators and mosquito nets.
Our routine of clearing out spring and summer stock after July 1 is now in operation. We preserve no goods, and all sales are final. Lreslauer and Anthony, 14 Main Street.
Reports from Berkley detail trips to Boston and Cape Charles, a Chestnut Street Sunday School picnic at Ocean View, and residents traveling to Maycock North Carolina and Maine. Electric cars from South Norfolk arrive for test runs, with permanent service planned after Friday. Church officers elected for six months at Chestnut Street M E Church. two Misses depart for Richmond.
At Henley in fair weather a brisk but gusty breeze shaped racing on the Thames. Dr W S McDowell of Delaware Boat Club Chicago led the second heat for the Paap cups, beating rival crews including Lindley College and Utrecht University as spectators cheered on, with future matchups noted against Ten Eyck Wachuseet Boat Club and others.
Milwaukee prepares a lang fue gardens focus exposition of 1898 rivaling European showcases. Miss Gordon Cummings raises funds across Mae Jund for wind in Chin teaching. She supports a large bind asylum at Poin and marks diamond jubilees. Campaigns this fall feature Mark Hanna with 32,005,000 remaining from a 16,000,000 Republican fund last year, expected to back next November’s election.
Cleveland bats early to chase pitcher Klobedanz with one strike. Nine runs cross the plate in the fourth inning after two outs, highlighted by Wallace’s deep center home run driving in the final four. Stivetts relieves Klobedanz. attendance 2,600. final 18 to 12. Batteries Powell Crigery Klobedanz Stivetts Bergen. Umpire Sheridan. Time 2:95.
In Louisville on July 14 the Pakies defeated the Colonels behind strong batting from Delehanty and a hard-hitting Evans. Attendance 600. Scoring confusion noted with Louisville and Philadelphia line details. Batteries Ryins and Wilson, Wheel er and Clements. Umpire Lynch. Time 2 04.
Gardner was removed in the middle of the third inning after seven hits and three walks. Attendance 500. Score Pittsburg 18 Washington 15 with Gardner, Tighey and Supe den. Mercer and Farrell. Time 2:05.
Miners leaders plan a mass meeting at the Pennsylvania Gas Coal Company mines within twenty four hours to urge workers to quit tools. Reports from Silekel Tilollaw and Washington Creal and Coke Company indicate some miners intend to stay out, while company deputies are ordered to guard operations.
Developments from Wheeling report organizers sent from this city and Ohio gain weight in Pittsburg district as coal shortages loom. Cameron Miller, ex-vice president of the United Mine Workers, arrived to offer his services to local miners and likely move into West Virginia fields. Miller notes improved unity and readiness among workers for a strike.
A collage of notes on society figures, fashion trends, and places of interest. Madame Modjeska travels to California estate while Lieutenant Meary bets $150,000 to reach the post. Paris reports 4000 thieves this year including a princess and a duchess. Mentions of car lighting, Franklinton centennial, and Raphael monuments. Fashion tips note veils, gloves, and leather colors with caution on outfits, plus a Paris benefit for a musician.
Announcing a liquidation sale of remaining stock from a former dry goods dealer. The entire assortment including linens, calico, percalene, crystal lace items, kid gloves, towels, scrim, and men’s linen collars will be sold at drastically reduced prices in a single room setup for a new road project. Prices are claimed to be exact and items held to retail measurements.
For rent at Thesidenes 29 Dinwiddlie a residence with fireplace heaters hot and cold water baths and a kitchen range. Possession August 1st. Apply 30S Court St. Culpeper.
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