A Week in Local Affairs and Social Notes
Short paragraphs record social visits, church events, weather, arrests, and civic matters. Miss Jane Thornton of Williamsburg visits the city while a Clifford street lady is to be married this week. An array of picnics, excursions, and church installations fill the week with minor municipal incidents including a few arrests, a fire, and ongoing community meetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Episcopal Church
Jane Thornton
Williamsburg
Clifford Street
Maurice Brandt & Co
Seaboard Air Line
Children of Central Church
Churchland Baptist Church
Farland
M. Co. A
Justice Haynes
Trinity P. E
Baird
Thomas Lee
the Star
Dinwiddie Street
Lincolnville
West Norfolk
State Board of Education
John C. Ashton
Hastings Court
Kerke
Chestnut Street
Public Property Committee
Councn
Lennie Fearing
Washington, D. C
Thomas Elliott
County Street
Fire Department
Local items and notices from a bustling city page
A roundup of city happenings includes political bids and council hints for 1897, church and school notices, a resignation at the Evening Times, a new editor, legal troubles, crime reports, and community events. Also reported are medical care notes, a traffic mishap, a hospital fund, and a forthcoming church building meeting.
Doctor Intervenes In Norfolk Cattle Quarantine Case
In the Mayor's Court a Norfolk health officer named Dr Nile sought to quarantine two moved cows from North Carolina on health laws. The mayor rejected the warrant and ordered release, with the doctor directing retention at the stables. The man was told to sell if a buyer could be found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Nile
Norfolk
North Carolina
United States
Prospects of Virginian Rail Bridge Project
A Pennsylvania Railroad letter to a local contact confirms contracts for a bridge across the Elizabeth River for the belt road and warehouses at Pinner's Point. Work is to start within ten days, employing many local workers. A 90 foot long bridge pile is mentioned as part of the plan. An engineer is staying at Hotel Vernon Port Norfolk, with preparations to begin for fall trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Railroad
Elizabeth River
Pinner's Point
Hotel Vernon
Port Norfolk
Willoughby Cuthriel Charged in Tuesday Disturbance
Report notes wags about a row on Tuesday night. Yesterday Willoughby Cuthriel was fled for desaulting a young man. A lackey named Drew was accused to foo sarking a youth who tried to break up the disturbance. The episode may curb disorderly behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willoughby Cuthriel
Drew
Seaboard Air Line Picnic Plans At Shaw's Springs
A benefit picnic for the Seaboard Air Line Library and Reading room is set for June 11 at Shaw's Springs Littleton NC. The program features a dancing section with multiple dances races and contests plus prizes and a tug of war as the railway company stages an extensive entertainment lineup for employees and families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seaboard Air Line
Shaw's Springs
Littleton
N. C
Superin
Schottische
T. Waltz
Souwces Seaboard Air Line
Athanta
Atlanta
K. Walls
Sweet
W. A. Anderton
Unclear Names and Judges List From Event Page
A fragmented OCR list presents names such as Minter Seaborn Halstead Robertson and judges Mc Bee Anderson Bidwell Wishnant Johnson Turner and others. The text appears to be part of a ceremonial or event program with participants and officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ww. Minter
Ohn Seaborn
S. Halstead
Ww. Robertson
Balsley
W. Land
John Tyrus
Massenburg
Tetlvy
V. Wi. Mc Bee
T. J. Anderson
B. Bidwell
T. W. Wishnant
G. FF. Johnson
J. M. Turner
Bw Hill
Religious Services and Council Activities Across Local Churches
The article lists Sunday services at Court Street Baptist and nearby churches including Oglvary, Port Norfolk, Trinity, Central Baptist, and South Street. It notes the Hi Yth annual Southern Virginia Diocesan Council at Trinity PB, RB church with multiple sessions from June 6 to June 12, involving confirmations, sermons, and missionary addresses led by Bishops Randolph and Handolph, plus guest speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court Street Baptist Church
Owen
Buster
John
Oglvary Baptist Church
A. Davis
Port Norfolk
B.D. Tucker
Arthur
Lloyd
Woodlock A
Oly
Handolph
Krocail
Weloek
Temery
Woman's Auxiliary
Stuart
Virginia
L. L. Kinsolving
Brazil
Mmeeling
Bishop Randolph
Miss Wmery
O. S. Garten
D. DD
Martin Johnson
John J. Lieyvd
al Rev
A. AM. Randolph
Porelen
Tevmau Crawford
Dbd
Hebrew Or Theological Seminary
Nile
A. Me
Ta.m
Carl i W. Gardner
The
Theologica Seminary
Randolph
Trinity Church
Central M. B
George A. Ray
Epworth League
South Street Baptist Church
Stev
J. W. Mitchell
Aoa
Oelock
Fourth Street Baptist Church
Dr. Fisher
Missionary Society Plans Monthly Meeting Program
The Fourth Street Baptist Sunday School Missionary Society holds its regular monthly meeting this afternoon at 3 30. The program includes singing a sermon by Pastor Fisher Rev W Duke of Berkeley solo by Miss Ava Cunningham of Hampton a recitation by Mr Getter of Port Norfolk and other items. The public is invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fourth Street
Sunday School Missionary Society
Sehanl Teasge
Pepastor
Jteyv
WSP
Fisher
W. Duke
Berkley
Ava Cunninghaim
Hampton
Port Norfolk
Hastings Court Hears Early Trial Date Request
The Commonwealth and associates seek an early trial date for Jobson with Monday court meeting. They may summon a juror from Norfolk or the county to avoid delay and costs, Jobson is represented by Mr Parker, and securing a jury is expected to be straightforward.
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Hastings
Commonwealth
Jobson
Norfolk
The
Swounty
Parker
JCrawford's Furniture and Carpet Mouse Ad
In stock odd sizes for doors and windows and hangings refrigerators mosquito nets and furniture items. See new negligee shirts and Beecham's pills for sick headache. Located at W.virnelson co and Charles R. Welton Co with bicycle offerings and straw sailors for boys and children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. S. Crawford
W. EE. Virnelson & CO
Justin
Charles R. Welton & Co
Seaboard Air Line Depot Praised By Railroad Leader
A prominent railroad man lauds the Portsmouth Seaboard Air Line depot describing it as among the finest in the South. He credits Vice-President St John and staff including T J Anderson for superior 관리 and effective advertising, highlighting the union depot as a point of regional pride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seabourd Air Line
St. John
T. J. Anderson
Seaboard Air
Rock Island
Tom’ Anderson
Kentus
Portsmouth
Fistic Evening Sparks Taylorsville Row Near Seaboard Shops
In a free fight at the colored settlement near Seaboard Air Line shops, Vaughan and Tiargroves suffered serious injuries from a stabbing and a head wound. Ran Som Bowe, his wife Mary, and Tiargroves were injured amid the brawl. Constable Anderson arrested all involved. the case was continued until Monday with bail set for all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylorsville
Seaboard Air Line
Vaughan
Ransom Bowe
Mary
Len Tlargroves
Tiargroves
Bowe
Anderson
Rutter
Reverend Savage Installed at Churchland Baptist Church
The Rev. W W Savage formerly elected pastor of Churchland Baptist will be formally installed this afternoon at one o clock. Presiding will be the Rev A F Owen D D with welcomes from Rev J W Ward and Rev Braxton Craig. State representative Rev Dro 1 M A Wharton will speak for the state and Rev R A Compton will speak for other denominations. Professor J M Ringtoy of Court Street Trust Church will lead a choir.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Savage
Chiurchland Baptist Church
J. W. Ward
Braxton Craig
Dro
MA Wharton
R.A. Compton
J. MM. Ringtoy
Court Street
Trtist Church
Calf-Handled Cow Wounds County Woman in Serious Condition
Tuesday afternoon Mrs Liloyd Mears was in her yard driving a calf when a cow belonging to her charged and ripped her abdomen several inches. Family nearby aided her before the cow was driven off. Dr McMurran sewed the wound and described it as serious. She remains in a critical state though stable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liloyd Mears
County Street
Purchase Offer Rejects Low Price for Suit
A terse notice from BRESLAUER & ANTILONY discusses a purchase offer offering a suit valued at 310.00 but asking if the buyer will pay about 10.00 or 12.50 to FIA. The language suggests negotiation over pricing and acknowledgment of value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osu
FIA. Breslauer & Antilony
Reduced clothing prices spark urgent buy in city shop
Levy and Jacobs at 200 High Street slashes men and children’s attire. The sale slogan urges customers to buy as prices fall, promising deep discounts across clothing lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Levy & Jacobs
High Street
Also Mentioned on This Page
St. John's P. BE. Church
Round House
Justice Rutter
O. L. Williams
John W. H. Porter
Evening Times
James J. McCabe
Evangelist J. S. Vredenburg
Springfield
Court Street Presbyterian Church
Tyler
405
W. G. Culpepper
Princess Bonnile
Leonard Blankenship
Tie
Craney Island
Iirn Hall
Glebe School
Scottsville
Calvary Baptist Church
John A. Codd
Miss Leavit
Don
Miss Etheridge
Ayer
Dan
Aver
Ric
Raleigh
W. L. Crump
C. C. Diggs
Nichols & White
Galland
G. W. Mooney & Co
J.A. Morris & Co
St. G. Hume & Bro
W. C. Vinnelson & Co
V. J. Naw
Christy Carvers
K. C. Brooks & Co
Campbell
William Bennett
New York Clothing Co
W. T., Dolan
Sidney James
T. C. Sykes
T. J. Barlow
W. L. Dolan
van Raleigh
Breslauer & Anthony
Hofheimer
Tu. A. Bilisoly
Roilermakers
J. Rosenbaum
Globe Shoe Co
Farley P. Nash
Thomas Scouly
George & J. King
P. W. Carney & Co
J.C. Ashton
Maurice A. Brandt
Sal. Tischler
G. A. Kreiger
R. F. Brooks & Co
J. R. Carson
I. W. Maupin
L. C. Brinson
John J. Owens
C. B. Troyal
Dancline
M. O'Brien
J. Leigh
W. A. Mitchette
Harry Wilson
W. E. Kain
W.O. Mulvey
F. McCloskey
O. P. Murray
C. Knott
W. Br. Bishop
D. M.theridge
W. N. Garrett
Dbd. Reardon
R. Cherry
M. Porter
N. Oakley
FP. Gain
James Ballentine
Lb. Fitchette
W. W. Wail-iams
T. If. Munds
J. Saunders
Britt
J. Moses
Ro Murden
Warren
J. Obey
Cato
T. FP
Maguire
Petzinger
W. King
William Reed
Religious Matters
W. Lk. Virneeson & CO
Beecham
Rio
Adv's
American Employment Bureau
Wal. Conway
Almager
Corneil Chamber
Thompson, Jr
J. Davis Reed
Junth
Mn Finance Committee
Vermont
S1udgins & CO
Hawford Street
Priges
S. A
U. S. Navy Yard
Ing Company
T A
S. P. Oast
Jos. T. Parker
C. L. Culpepper
W. G. Parker
WNI
White
Von
Virginia Boat and Oar Company
Warrison Street
Porta
Onth
J. T. Parker & Bro
Park View
Jno
Ser Watson
Hi. B. Wilkins
Wigh Street
Wess A
Hall
NASH
High ST
Rumford
New York State
Globe Matches Sagan
Bartland
Strogtay Peene
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