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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1897
Page
3
Outing, Hosiery and Summer wear offered by Levy Bros at 4 Main Street. Dimity Lawns and Summer Corsets, Outing skirts, and Vests priced low. Eye care ad promotes Beecham's Pills and Bee Dr. Weck eye relief for headaches and dizziness. Men women and children's garments advertised.
A report from Norfolk details William Jennings Bryan and Garret A. Hobart Sewall visiting for a Democratic reception at the Atlantic hotel. The pair greeted hundreds, posed for photos, and listened to Chautauqua Chorus performances before a dinner, a brief rostrum address, and a return to the train. Spectators applauded Bryan’s jumps and mused about political and cultural moments of the gathering.
Maine’s Arthur Sewall, viewed by a Virginian reporter, speaks on silver sentiment, Bryan’s likely nomination, and political stance. He praises Bryan, notes California support, and recalls his own surprise VP nomination while lauding Lee in Cuba. He enjoys a Virginia Beach visit and foresees strong Southern business promise.
In a light Monday Police Court session Justice Tomlin disposed cases including George Jones fined 20.50 for concealed weapon and Mary White 75.50 for drunkenness and disorderly conduct. Mike Sweeny jailed thirty days for vagrancy, Berty Johnson and Thomas Cummings fined three each for fighting, and Joseph Saks fined 5.40 for abusing the Weights and Measures official Grandy. Mamie Pilong committed for ten days for disorderly conduct.
In the Corporation Court yesterday Judge Panekel called the civil docket and several cases were set for trial.
The United States in the Trusted States Court yesterday set aside exceptions to the sale of the burned steamship Ciantenta recently sold in the port. Judge Hughes has not confirmed the sale yet and delivery to buyers awaits confirmation. Due to the low price realized at auction the sale may not be confirmed.
A snippet notes transfers of personal property and real estate in Brambleton ward. A. James cedes in store 915 Highland Avenue to W Z Jones. Thomas M Garry and wife sell to James Jh Garry on West Church Street for 1800 dollars. Samuel Meredith sells to Jd I Talstead property on West Park Avenue, Bram bleton ward, for 750 dollars.
Advertisement for a summer resort in Campbell County Virginia promotes Redford Alum Wealth Resorts. Highlights include a hotel and cottages designed for summer visitors, large airy rooms, front and rear verandas, a shaded lawn, and spring waters claimed to be a tonic. Proprieter John H. Maben Jr. invites inquiries for terms and particulars.
Nonsensical OCR fragment references Washington, mule care, cures, abstracts, and a chemical company. No coherent event or persons clearly identified.
The conversation explores how the fold Democrats may influence the 1900 election. It notes about 10,000 Palmer Buckner votes, possible shifts to gold standard, and the likelihood regular Democrats and bolters won t reconcile. It discusses Southern conditions, hospitality, and views on Fitz Lee and journalists.
The co partnership Jones Cartwright & Co. wholesale druggists at 0 Water Street Norfolk Virginia is dissolved by mutual consent. B N Cartwright sells his entire interest to D L Jones who now operates as Jones Cartwright Co. Debtors must pay D M Jones who will settle the late firm’s obligations. June 1867.
In a note dated Tuna 14th 1597 Rh. N. Cartwright announces retirement from Jont & S, Cartwright & Co and commends partner Mr Jones to friends and patrons, urging support for the continuing firm.
A promotional piece boasts constant service, fresh vigor, and the claim that the shop manufactures all clothing and can offer men’s boys’ and children’s garments for very low prices. It invites customers to compare and see the proof for themselves.
Fashion items dominate the page with Corsets in multiple styles and prices from 25c to 3.60 a pair, plus Ferris and American Lady variants, Glove Fitting lines, and Warner’s brands. The notice also promotes a large Wash Dress Goods sale, with percale, linen homespun, lawns, dimities, lace linens, and sheer lawns at low prices. Clothing offers include shirts, undergarments, and bicycle wear. A Norfolk-focused sales push emphasizes affordability and quick delivery of goods and bicycles, including Erie wheel promotions and bicycle accessories.
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