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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1897
Page
2
Questions and answers advertise brick weights and pricing for various shoes and slippers. The ad lists MT adios Ee dadies slippers and a range of men and boys footwear with prices from 23c to 1.00, targeting shoppers at 64 Bank Street.
Street corner notes focus on Sol Teller a cigar salesman detailing his Southern routes and Norfolk’s growing business climate He notes Virginia merchants pay promptly and Norfolk real estate attractiveness The piece also profiles A D Barrows Portland Cooperage launching tight head production in Gilmerton using local white pine exporting heads to the North
A stranger provokes a brawling scene at a Church Street dairy lunch by asking which beats in poker. The crowd splits on straight flush versus four aces, then erupts into a half hour quarrel. The intruder reveals he intended to stir fighting and leaves quietly. A boy recounts rooting lessons and plans a better future.
Commencement exercises switch from the Academy of Music to the college hall with admission by yeure. On Sunday June 6 Epworth Church hosts the baccalaureate sermon by Rev Dr Young. Captain J Z Burroughs gives the address and Rev W S Lacey offers prayer before diploma distribution.
Nat Sykes, under arrest for bicycle theft, faces a bigamy charge after a second Catholic ceremony in the city and a 1893 marriage to Miss Thacker of Nelson County. George Brown, charged with stealing $2.30 from Henry Perry while asleep, received two months in jail. Forger Yundaw’s check forging case was continued to today. Other notices include breach of peace fines and liquor-law viola tions. Willis Williams held for Petersburg authorities.
Townday forecast shows generally fair conditions with showers expected Friday afternoon in eastern portions Cooler temperatures arrive Friday night Variable winds Port calendar lists sunrise at 46 am and sunset at 7 21 pm High water at 11 28 am and 5 05 pm Low water at 6 38 am and 6 31 pm
In the Clerk's office yesterday a deed was admitted to record from the Brambleton Land Company transferring property on South Brambleton Avenue to Edward Mouling for $1 and other considerations. William W. Galt transfers to M. W. Burk property at the southwest corner of Chamberhod Street and Grigsby Place, Shen.
In Sakts Materedd, A Powell and Addie Portlock obtain marriage licenses. Willoughby Spit Phsol and Cottage COHN PANY face $1500 in assumed liabilities. Wooster Colding & Ga and Biav Croimstead & Son are cited for damages totaling $300.
Heavy rains hit Missouri and Texas while cotton markets show subdued activity. Futures in New York down to up a few points with dull closes, United States port receipts at 402 bales versus prior years, Savannah spot slightly weaker, Bombay movement weekly totals and stock afloat around 16 thousand bales.
The janitor found six inches of water in the Migu High School basement this morning after a break in during the night. The intruder tore the door lock and turned on the water. three men pumped it out all day. No damage except to the furnace, which wasn’t in use. This is the third such incident at the school.
The remains of Mrs. Boone wife of Walter Boone were sent yesterday morning by the Seaboard Air Line to Boykins Virginia for the funeral service in the Baptist church there. Pallbearers included Norman Bell Thomas A Jones W C Cobb John L Farant P Parker Cornelius De Witt Minton and L S Blincoe. John B Jenkins accompanied the remains as Mrs Toones business partner.
Advertises Fosterenees Stomach Bitters as a tonic to aid digestion and assimilation, remove bilious dullness, and restore the glow of health by improving bodily regularity and vigor. Claims the tonic corrects imperfect digestion and disordered bowels for a healthier complexion.
J W Smith owner of a Calvert street grocery reports a Wednesday night burglary by unknown thieves who took about 75 worth of goods using skeleton keys. Names D G Sterling and J M F Trother Norfolk I L Walker Brambleton Truett Smith Berkley appear in the notice.
An old advert promotes Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption and coughs claiming it cures many illnesses including pneumonia and hay fever. It touts safety for all ages and urges the use of Dr King’s New Life Pills for stomach and bowel regulation with a money back guarantee. Trial bottles advertised at Burrow Martin & Co.’s Drug Store.
If your eyes trouble you, have them examined free of charge by Greenwood's eye specialist who relieves mining complex cases. For watch repairs consult Greenwood's expert and get engraving or jewelry work done neatly. Best goods at the lowest prices from Greenwood.
Seasonable dry goods sold this week with percales yard wide at low prices. Seated lawns and shirtwaist fabrics offered at small figures. Best percales at seven four? yards wide. Eye glasses offered with guaranteed prescription service at Levy Bros 344 Main Street. See Tuesday week for eye care.
The Norfolk Weather Bureau reports 24 hour records with a maximum temperature of 84 and a minimum of 61. Departure from normal is minus 1. Rainfall in the last 24 hours is recorded as 0.66 inches and rainfall since June 1 shows 0.00 inches. Mean humidity is 17 percent. Observer J. Gray.
The May meteorological summary reports highs at 84 on May 7 and lows at 43 on May 9, with a mean of 65. The May 1896 and 1897 averages were 72. Precipitation totaled inches, with last May 13 clear days, 6 partly cloudy days, and 12 cloudy. The 27 year average is 4.41 inches.
The Norfolk port reported May 1897 exports totaling 31,060,940 with cattle, cotton, coal, pig iron, lard, and other goods listed. Key items include 4,081 tons coke, 323,000 pounds of cotton, 119,635 pounds of lard, and 719 head cattle among diverse shipments.
The Mozart Chorus of Norfolk plans a concert at the Y M C A hall next Tuesday evening the 8th to aid the Infant Sanitarium at Virginia Beach. The program features Norfolk soloists and promises a brilliant house for a worthy cause.
The body of Walter C. Smith the young electrical engineer was found at Sewall's Point after drowning off Craney Island on Sunday afternoon A coroner jury ruled the death accidental and the body will be shipped to Milwaukee for interment.
On a Simpson farm last Sunday John Daly accidentally fired a revolver while fooling with it. The bullet struck William Edwards, a colored boy from Petersburg, killing him almost instantly. Edwards was buried on the farm and a verdict of accidental shooting was returned.
Mr. Hugh GC Middleton secretary and treasurer of the Southern Lyceum Association will be in the city about the 20th instant to consult with members of the board of directors of the Norfolk Lyceum.
The Virginian notes that transfer tickets from City Trail to Ocean View are valid only on sale days. Passengers should record this restriction when purchasing and plan travel accordingly.
W. B. Johnson of Newark says the remedy saved his child from croup and has helped thousands with croup pneumonia bronchitis and other throat and lung troubles. Other named endorsers include D. G. Sterling J. M. F. Trotter R. L. Walker and Truett Smith Berkley.
Warry S. Werman, newly elected City Treasurer, qualified before Mayor Mayo. He took the oath of office and posted a bond of 320000 dollars.
Siditor Morrison of Worthington Indiana praises Electric Bitters as a remedy for consumption and general ailments. Annie Stehle of Chicago recovered from fatigue headache and digestive issues after six bottles, with Burrow Martin & Co. Drug Store selling them for 40 cents and 1.00.
The Chautauqua by the Sea has open ed headquarters at the M. G A building. Mr Coleman will be in charge.
Fragmentary OCR lists names like D. C. Sterling and Truett Smith alongside places and an allusion to a cure. The text hints at a weather cycle and a general health remark but offers few concrete events or dates.
Rev J B Schenk will speak at Sunday's public meeting with Freemason Street Baptist choir led by Prof Jones performing including Miss Ethel Neely and Miss Alice Jones. Baseball game for association members at Ghent park Saturday 4 30. Library adds Brooklyn Magic and Louisville Evening Post. Employment department reports three new hires. Fire escape installed at association hall. Boat house draws crowds with 15 men and 30 boys. De Witts Witch Hazel Salve advertised for skin troubles. Names listed: D G Sterling, J M Fr Trotter, Norfolk, R L Walker.
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