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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1895
Page
8
A New York World report details a 26 by 7 foot gospel wagon in Washington that seats 35, with a detachable roof, folding seats, an organ, and four exterior steps. It travels city neighborhoods daily, conducted by varying preachers, drawing crowds and achieving conversions amid respectful reception.
A historic piece notes Habreon brothers condemned for a policeman’s murder in Manchester, later reprieved then released after a confession by another culprit. It argues redress for miscarriages should come from law, not pardons, and cites U.S. cases of wrongful convictions and damages. The column also touches on postwar veterans in New York and reflects on justice and accountability.
A well dressed man aboard an uptown Broadway car with a tabby cat faced train rules and an inspector over a dispute about pets. The cat was finally tossed from the car when the owner fleed, citing that the animal must ride. A quip about dogs and turtles followed before the conductor allowed the man to depart catless.
Dramatist Paul Potter travels to the Adirondacks for summer study on a joint play with Bill Nye. Nye writes from Asheville North Carolina while Potter summers at eastern resorts. The comedy centers on a hunting party of men and women with mishaps, music, and pretty girls. Richard Barker will stage the piece after seeking novelties in England.
Readable ad fragment lists children's black ribbed hose in various styles. Mentions pairs and bulk quantities with prices around nine cents per pair. No clear event or outlet named.
A 1909 advertisement touts a major hosiery sale with various ladies' hose styles listed by color and fabric. Items include striped fancy hose, seamless top stockings, and regular made pink or blue pairs, all offered at reduced sale prices.
Pusner offers 20 percent off on 100 pair of Fancy Striped Hose at 25 cents a pair and 100 pair of fast black dropped stitched hose in pastel shades at 29 cents. Also 100 pairs of ladies fancy drop stitched hose once 75 cents now 25 cents per pair.
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