Short Paragraphs Chronicle Yesterday's Local Happenings
Regular April showers passed with numerous texts noting residents and visits. Names include Mr. R E B Glassett returning from Baltimore and Miss Mamie Sharp visiting Washington, D C, while Miss Rose Wilson and Mrs. Kate Williams travel for month long stays. Excursions to Buckroe Beach and Columbus O were reported, with society notices on lawn sales, visits from Philadelphia and Nashville, and a Calvary Reptisal church lawn party. A variety of local events from court proceedings to a railroad washout and a dog killed by a train are recorded, alongside moves to a New York clothing house and military matters about the Portsmouth Rifles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. EB. Glassett
Baltimore
Buck Roe Beach
Tarboro
N. C
Kate Williams
Mathews County
Mamie Sharp
Washington, D. C
John Clover
L. C. Long
North Carolina
John W. H. Porter
Hook and Ladder Company
Edwin Gooding
Washington D. C
Addie New
Smithville
Thompson
Cutchin
Philadelphia
Columbus
W. C. Nash
Rose Wilson
J. W. Barcklay
Crawford Street
Messrs
J. T. Nichols & Co
Wert
Godwin Street
George Tf. Bowden
Samuel Burroughs
Calvary Reptisal Church
Charles B. Price
Joseph M. Hatton
John Rose
Court Street
James W. Brown
Conrad Hors
Cedar Grove Cemetery
King
Jane & Kine
High Street
Seaboard Air Line
Raleigh
Columnbia Street
Lawrence Wilkins
New York
Portsmouth Rifles
Maryland
Atlantic City
N. J
George D. Wine
A. Tf. Martin
Mrr. Peachy
S. B. Carney
Yard
Do You Use It Hair Vigor Ad Persuasion
An advertising piece asserts Ayer's Hair Vigor promotes hair growth by nourishing the scalp and removing dandruff. It claims bald heads may sprout new hair when roots exist, promising color preservation or restoration of gray or faded hair via the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayer
Local Happenings and Developments in Portsmouth
A series of brief items covers plans for Charles Jones to buy a lot on County Street by the Pythian castle and build a fine home, repeated rough luck for Portsmouth and Suffolk teams, the M EB District Conference in Hampton starting Monday the 26th with about fifty churches, and widespread talk over the Cannon case. A colored boy was bitten on Effingham Street, a negro man threatened a ferry box boy and escaped, John Hodges seeks alms house, and Asa Stewart is remanded to await the result of the injured woman. Work progresses on a new park with amusements to follow, and two youths boxing on South and Washington streets left Mayes unconscious briefly after a blow near Dinwiddie Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Jones
County Street
Pythian Castle
Portsmouth
Suffolk
M. EB
Hampton
Effingham Street
High Street
John Hodges
Asa Stewart
Hayes
South
Washington
Mayes
Dinwiddle
Rescue saves two women from dangerous ocean tide at Ocean View
On Wednesday afternoon at Ocean View, two visiting ladies wandered too far and were swept toward deeper waters. Asa Weston, a local resident and member of Crimes' Battery, raced from shore and successfully rescued both women as witnesses praised his brave act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ocean View
Asa Weston
Crimes' Battery
Connell Named General Agent for Seaboard in Portsmouth
Vice President St John appointed J W Connell of Portland Oregon as general agent of the Seaboard Air Line in Portsmouth to fill the vacancy caused by Carroll J Smiths resignation. J Wesley White who has served as acting general agent will remain as chief clerk under Connell. The Virginian announced the appointment officially after weeks of anticipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. John
J. W. Connell
Portland
Ore
Seaboard Air Line
Portsmouth
Carroll J. Smith
J. Wesley White
Smith
White
Connell
Virginian
Penitentiary Terms Set For Two White Suspects
Yesterday in county court Cadwell Denby and A B Turner pleaded guilty to breaking into and robbing a county store. Each man received two years on each of two indictments, totaling four years in the penitentiary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cadwell Denby
A. B. Turner
Deaths and funerals in Norfolk County locality
Mr W H Barlow a longtime resident died at his Churchland residence in Norfolk County at 2 am yesterday aged sixty. Funeral services were scheduled for 4 pm this afternoon from his home. Mr and Mrs Conrad’s family mourn a death at 4144 Bingham Street a nine year old daughter Mamie Sue died yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Barlow
Churchland
Norfolk
Arrest Made After Yearlong Theft Case
Yesterday morning a man named Sidward Rogers was arrested on a warrant charging him with stealing $6 from Carnellus Rogers about a year ago. Rogers allegedly took the money to buy hogs and never returned the funds or hogs, eluding authorities since then.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidward Rogers
Carnellus Rogers
Rogers
Watch and Chain Theft Allegation Leads to Arrest
A man identified as Jack alias William, described as colored, stole a watch and chain from John Harrity. The chain minus the watch was recovered after a trace yesterday. Willis denies the theft and says another man named Dixon did it. both were locked up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack
William
John Harrity
Willis
Dixon
Peculiar case ends with fine and jail time for Hodges
Yeateday morning Hodges, a colored man, stood before the Mayor charged with going to a man’s house and taking his wife, then threatening to kill the man when he tried to enter his own home. His Honor fined him $20 and committed him to jail for thirty days in default.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hodges
Ocean Council holds meeting and fills vacancies
At Ocean Council Wednesday night R. A. elected Howard Miller orator Jno I O Connor chaplain and Emmett Beans warden to fill vacancies The Judge plans amusement at each meeting to draw members to attend more regularly
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ocean Council
R. A
Howard Miller
Jno
Hampton District Conference Opens With Sermon In Wea End Church
The Portsmouth District Conference of the M B Church South meets at Wea End church Hampton on the 26th at 8 pm. Rev Dr George H Ray of Central church preaches the opening sermon followed by the Lord's Supper and a missionary sermon by Rev H C Cheat ham of Suffolk. The district boasts 52 churches 17 parsonages 22 itinerant preachers 6 local preachers 6600 lay members 56 Sunday schools and 4835 scholars. A large conference is anticipated with many ministers and laymen from afar. Epworth Leaguers plan a trolley party and Rev J A Amlys presides in bishop’s absence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hampton
Dr. Ray
Portsmouth
M. B.church
South
Wea End Church
George H. Ray
Central Church
H. C. Cheatham
Suffolk
Vicenna Conference
Monumental
Port Norfolk
L/T. Betty
J.T. Reed
D.T. Merritt
George L. Neville
John W. H. Porter
L. C. Phillips
Central
G. H. Ray
B. H. Owens
W. B. Wilder
M. Li. Hunt
FP. W. Cherry
Wheat Memorial
J.J. Bosman
George T. Toungon
J. J. King
F. Roan
Owens Memorial
N. T. Waterfield
John Greene
J. R. McWilliams
C. H. Hubert
Park View
W. R. Proctor
A. A. Martl
C. W. Johnson
J. H. Fleming
Norfolk
R. GB. Beadle
M. FP. Parker
Warrington
J. A. Will
Portsmouth Baptist Association Set to Meet at Great Fork
The Portsmouth association, meeting September 28 at Great Fork church in Nansemond County, urges pastors to bring full delegations and strong financial contributions for the General Association boards. Revival joys recent, with more meetings planned. aim for a large gathering with substantial church additions and increased offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Deans
Baptist Portsmout Association
Portsmouth Association
Great, Fork Church
Nansemond County
General Association
Portsmouth
Rainy fields postpone Suffolk game. next day set at League Park
The Suffolk vs All Americas game was postponed due to muddy rounds. Today the teams will play at League Park at 4 15 with Gattimer pitching for Suffolk and Brandt for Portsmouth. The Suffolk infield is in first class condition and fans urged to support the team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suffolk
All Americas
League Park
Gattimer
Brandt
Portsmouth
Bull
EE. Watts
Carter
C. Hume
Hinchins
Hume
Watla
I. F
Langhorne
Robertson
Visit to Navy Yard by Williamsburg Delegation
Dr. R. A. Wise and Caleel A. Peachy of Williamsburg with S. B. Carney Judge C. W. Murdaugh and Alyah El Martin toured the navy yard visiting departments and other points of interest before meeting the commandant yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. A. Wise
Caleel A
Peachy
Williamsburg
Messrs
S. B. Carney
C. W. Murdaugh
Alyah el. Martin
Navy Yard
Important Polluction Stimulates Kidney Function Relief
An 19th century notice extols Hemlettier or similar remedy to support kidney activity. It claims prevents impurities buildup, aids urine discharge, and protects against kidney related diseases like diabetes and urinary disorders. Endorsed by Emmett Deans at 520 Migh street.
For Rent Store No 624 Crawford Street Balance of Year
For rent a desirable store at 624 Crawford street in Crawford place. Balance of year rent lower. T Parker and Gre will change their business August 1. Apply at store. jy 18 1m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crawford Street
T. Parker & Gre
Greater Berguins styles and sale items noted
Dotted Swiss in stripes and plaids linen shades reduced from per yard. A Phillips under Oxford dial. Children's straw sailors half price at W I Virnelson & Co. Pictures in reedee ivory frames 18x22 with brass corners cheap at 50e. Pearl pictures frames at J B Crawford's Furniture and Carpet House. White shirts for 2he each. Mainmett Deans 320 High Ocean View features stars of the week. Bush presents grand trio Preston Belmain Calbert. Hats for sale in all sizes. Charles R Welton & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillips
Oxford
Grawford
Ocean View
Bush
Preston
Miss Belmain
Calbert
Jtuls
Berkeley Notes and Council Actions Include Street Repairs
Local items report Mr K R Humphries traveling to Baltimore with Charlie Cox for orphan home duties, visits by Misses Butler and Deloche, and safes arriving for a new bank. Council convened with M C Keeling, addressing dirt disposal by streetcar company, drainage plans for Washington Street, brick paving for church sidewalks, curb and macadam work on Berkley avenue, Maple avenue opening, a fountain for the cemetery, and tax relief for W Sylvester’s proposed telegraph office. Advices on street car gaps and inclement weather noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. R. Humphries
Baltimore
Hin
Charlie Cox
Is. W. Cox
Hame
5. C. Lutler
Windsor
Liberty Street
Thomas Noel
S. T. Jones
Pearl Street
Lynchburg
W. Prp. McConville
Wi. Banks
Hdenton
Julia Moore
Pine Street
Lizzie
Clara
Cline
Claremont
Parker
Moss Trabb
Albemarle
Indian Road
M. C. Keeling
Messie
Whetstone
Martin
Miller
Tiley
Jones
Trarker
Williams
Sergeannt Hudda Kine
Yerard
Berkley Avenue
Second Street
Peihend’ ‘Company
Miller IL
Maple Avenue
South Norfolk Water Company
Cheetnut Street
Middleton Street
President Andrews Resigns From Brown University
Providence BR July 22 President Andrews of Brown University resigns his office in a letter to the faculty. The move follows a response from trustees committee appointed in June demanding account for his public remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrews
Providence
BR. T
Mm. BR. Andrews
Brown University
Don’t Falite Clearing Out Sale of Wash Goods at Grene
Lawrence & Welton advertise a clearing out sale on wash goods and lawn fabrics with discounts on shirts, waists, aprons, umbrellas, and muslin caps. Emmett Deans’ at 820 High Street offers babies caps at low prices with cash terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grene
Ais
Joe
Lawrence & Welton
Emmett Deans
High Street
Annount Clearine Sale Opens After Fourth of July
Bugslauer and Anthony announce a clearance of all spring and summer stock at 114 Tilgh Street. The sale targets men youths and children, with no goods reserved and all items going to clear out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eujis
Bugslauer
Press freedom debate ends with call for restraint
A Senate committee warns against sensational and unfounded charges from newspapers. It defends the press as vital yet urges that any accusations be definite and from responsible persons, not sensational journalists, and asks the Senate to postpone any inquiry into broad charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Iit
Eeontlemen
Westminster
Star Chamber
Justing
Pearson
Ocean View encampment and Portsmouth guards parade
In 1866 Old Dominion Guards of Portsmouth under Lt D Godwin paraded at Ocean View then Norfolk amid rain and entertainment. They returned to Portsmouth and were dismissed. The navy blue uniforms feature Saxony blue cuffs and embroidered bugle. Next Monday promises a tough race between two colored female riders. Farmers report good spring crop, rain steadies harvest, mosquitoes reduced, pleasant cool nights across Port Norfolk and surroundings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ocean View
Old Dominion Guards
Portsmouth
Godwin
Norfolk
Saxony
Port Norfolk
Dredging and Commerce Report for Tehmond Virginia
James Iver reports on Virginia streams dredging progress including James River work. 63,559 yards dredged and 2,737 feet of wing walls built. overall cost 1,484,198. Low tide depth improved enabling goods to move to Richmond lower city units. Dutch Gap cut opened reduces navigation length by Ay miles. Richmond water receipts and shipments reach 0h005 tons and total duty collected in 1896 sums to 34,116.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Chis. J. Allen
Wic Department
Virginia
James River
Richmond
Postmaster Appointments Listed Across States
Washington D C July 22 The following fourth class postmasters were appointed today Virginia Alma A I Zackford Gennett s Mill J M Martin Lancaster H S Gresham North Carolina Cilo B N Trufil Also a public speaker praised One Minute Cough Cure as unmatched for throat and lung troubles with a husky delivery and a dose taken mid speech
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Virginia
Alma
A. I. Zackford
Gennett’s Mill
J. M. Martin
Lancaster
H. S
M. i. Trotter
Truitt & Smith Andi
Ai Wilson
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Sropics
Stregison
Oniccee
Momesa
Ayers
Prim Rokr
Thostetter
Drdeht
Children's Straw Sailors
W. I. Virnelson & GO
Maimett Deans
Charles Rf
Welton & Coo
Royal
Royal Baking Powder &N
Youk
Berkley
Wastin Chemical Co
de Witt
J. M. Z. Trotter
Truick & Smith
Rel L. Wilson
Enel
Cryner Park
Claiborne Avenues
Bram- Meton
Kent
Jell-sa
Hmmett Deans
Lish Street
Annount Clearine
Pirat
Port Sorlvolan
James Iver
Tehmond
Adv's
ADV
ENT
Manhattan
Wilson
Tsras
Madras
MHS
Maurice A. Brandt & CO
W. N. White
Nash
High ST
Moston
Vermont
W. Hudgins & Co
Chichester
Benulne
Nlea
Bendall
Wrukon
London Street
Pearl
Cooke Street
Glasgow
Prias
John
Atreet
Portemoul
H. B. Wilkins
Bonda
Honda
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