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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1897
Page
3
Eye discomfort and headaches are addressed with proper glasses. Bee Dr. Week is located at 162 Main Street for eye examinations, which are offered free in this listing.
Lancaster defeats Norfolk 5 to 2 as Athletics beat Hartford 10 to 2. Richmond wins 3 to 2 over Reading while Paterson 7 defeats Newark 6. Upcoming matchups feature Richmond at Reading and Norfolk at Lancaster with standings shown for Lancaster Paterson Newark Athletics Hartford Norfolk Richmond.
Brooks Couldutt led Lancaster to a narrow victory over Norfolk with stronger hitting as of June 15 in Lancaster Pennsylvania. The final score was not reported.
Three base hits by Madison Shiffer and Henry spark Lancaster offense in a 5 to 3 win over Norfolk. Deidy Wente Leahy TGuttermore steal attempts pace the game as Hepting and Planmiller combine for 5 strikeouts. Errors by Lancaster and Norfolk account for most of the scoring chances. double plays feature McFarlan Snyder Weddige and Wentz Shatter. Umpire Weid min presided as time ran one hour forty five minutes.
By Bat N. Dall Lancaster releases pitcher John Dolan while Tom Turner plays first base for Galveston. Tickering struggles to match last season with the Colonels as others face suspensions and blistered arms. The piece notes Homer Turner in Texas and the Cherubs’ road woes, ending with a poetic amende honorable to Sammy Leever for his yesterday’s saint performance.
A historical note describes throat weakness caused by exposure and temperature changes. It suggests Scott's Emulsion of Cod liver Oil cures weak throats by healing inflammation and nourishing the system, sold by Scott & Bowrne in New York for cents and a dollar.
Lancaster readers report a tense baseball scene as Donnelly faces suspension in Pittsburgh, Norfolk returns to the city, and Umpire O Loughlin's controversial decisions spark a Newark upset and crowd discontent. The piece links Batters and pitchers like Orth and Dwyer to broader league debates.
A local sports column urges immediate strengthening of the team at weak spots especially first base and pitching. It notes home losses hurt and calls for better support, discipline, and a reliable pitcher to restore competitiveness and satisfy wary patrons.
Hartford July 15 The Athletes won easily from the local team today Ames put up an excellent article of ball Score Ames and J Seehauh Fry and Roach Batteries Hartford Ames J Seehauh Fry Roach
Richmond defeats Reading 8 to 2 as rain ends play after seven innings. Lucid and Barckley on the mound for Richmond, Lever and Foster for Reading. Final score 8 2.
Pitcher Winherty of Lauterson defeated Newark in a tense game with a two-bagger in the tenth inning. Final score Paterson 7 Newark 9. Batteries: Winherty Westlake and Cogan Rothfuss.
In yesterday’s National League games Pittsburg defeated Washington 10 to 2, Cleveland overcome St Louis, and Chicago beat Brooklyn as New York edged Cincinnati. Today Pittsburg visits Baltimore and Cleveland goes to New York for matchups.
Boston easily defeats Cincinnati with strong hitting, eight singles and a double against Ishret before Crown relieved him. Batteries: Lewis and Loergen for Boston and Mirrei, Brown and Heitz for Cincinnati. Time, 1 42.
Anson and the Colts staged a late rally against Brooklyn to overcome misplays by Dunn and Loch. In the ninth, McMahon’s slow shot along with errors fueled four runs, securing the 4-0 win for the Colts. Umpire O Day presided.
New York built a strong lead against the Browns with three straight in the fourth. Hart was hit hard as the Giants mounted a seven run rally to seize control. Umpire Emslie called time as St Louis pressed on. Continued on Sixth Page.
In Southwest Virginia court action Judge W J Martin appointed W L Stanley receiver for Royal and Judd Improvement Company of Norfolk amid Cruelty alleged claims. The trust deed directs recovery of unpaid subscriptions, Wythe county and Wytheville property included, and a $10 000 bond. An injunction blocks the company and others from disposing books and assets and orders surrender to the receiver.
Justice Tomlin fined Tarry James of dleh- Vane avenue for cruelty to a horse after he hired a team from Davis’ livery stable and rode twenty two days, the horse nearly died from fast driving. May Jones sues for $50 for injuries to her horse. A larceny case involving Ma. Chivis datainge was dismissed. Minor cases include Sap. Dade fined 2.50 for riding a bicycle without lamps and Omega Wrenn fined 4.
Judge Robert W. Hughes presiding ordered a new sale of the steamer Clintonia in United States Court. The sale is set for next Monday with no stated reason beyond the low price achieved at the first sale.
D P Reid and brothers transfer to Gazella Weinfeld personal property valued at 71 dollars Willian Lauder transfers to John bh a Thomas on the southeasterly side of Clark Street Allinlle City ward valued at 600 dollars William Jr Wales Jr trustee transfers property Nos 62 and 14 Mariner Street to Merchants and Mechanics Savings Bank property valued at 1400 dollars Merchants and Mechanics Savings Bank transfers the same property to James J Barry valued at 800 dollars
The closing exercises of St Marys Academy will take place at 7 oclock this evening in the hall of the institution.
The column records various deaths and funeral services including Mrs Esther A. Gantt and Mr C C Vincent with burials at Mimwood, and Arthur J Burnham infant funeral at 121 Alazart avenue. It notes a buggy wagon collision on Parke avenue near Norfolk Goal yard and a London lecture by Abs Javalyn Graham at McWendree church.
A boastful advertisement proclaims in strong old time prose that the manufacturer offers men’s boys’ and children’s clothing at lower prices than rivals. It urges customers to visit the shop in person to see proof of value and quality. The tone emphasizes liberal patronage and enduring vigor in service.
A factory accident in a kitchen scene causes clothing to catch fire. A girl sustained burns head to foot while her mother suffered severe hand injuries in an attempted rescue. Dr. Grimes attended to the victims. The family recently moved from New Kent County, with friends at home and abroad distressed by the misfortune.
Advertises multiple corset styles with prices from 25c to 3.25, Ferris and American Lady options, and various glove fittings. Promotes dress goods with low yard prices, lawn and lawn-like fabrics, and extensive men’s and women’s undergarments. Also highlights bicycle wheels and a shipment ready for delivery.
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