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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1896
Page
6
Jere offers a limited lot of 100 dozen men's pure linen handkerchiefs with 1 1/2 inch hems at 124c each, possibly 19c or 25c in regular trade. Also a small batch of ladies handkerchiefs at the same price. Monday morning sale urging quick purchase.
An advertising item touts Men s Teck Scarfs as American made with soft knots and fashionable patterns. It highlights Black Crepon fabric at 1.25 per yard, plus silk wool Boucle and Foule Serges in various colors, claiming quality beyond typical woolen goods.
In storefront window displays on Grands street window shoppers glimpse a vast assortment of fabrics and ready to wear items. The collection includes Ladies' Fast four-in-hands wool broadcloth in multiple shades, samples of stockings, linen and muslin underwear, mourning silk, broad cloths in colors, spring dress goods, and modest priced capes and skirts.
Describes hemstitched and drawn work borders on cream and colored linen for sideboard scarfs, bureau covers, tray covers, towels, and stair decor. Notes these textiles are cheap locally and may cost double if imported, reflecting market pricing.
Market notes describe Butterick Fashions with March Delineator available by mail subscriptions. The column mentions stock at the location and hints at affordable bustle skirts and new patterns. Fragments reference scents and names but are unclear and partial.
In Suffolk, Henry L. Jones bought a watch for 2 dollars that likely cost at least 100, while a bystander suspected theft. Paul Rosair, claimed Norfolk origin, was arrested after the watch and other items went missing, with Detective Curtis pursuing recovery. Jones, known for previous crimes, is under scrutiny as authorities plan further action. The report also notes theatrical matters and local notices amid broader community events.
Newport News reports the Hastings Court term starting soon with jurors drawn for the city. The city discusses election administration, ward meetings, and a plan to fund a baths house project as part of local political activity.
A fragmentary Suffolk page reports diverse items: a court or county matters note with local officials and a meeting of the Republican county committee, a Virginia popularity reference, a charity weekly summary of weekly horse race reports and grocery allowances, and several consumer notices including a laxative and eyewear ad.
Notice dated Juneary 1st 1595 states I have accepted a petition with the firm of GL PAGIS & UO Tank Street agents and general auctioneers. I warn friends that any real future of Gener al Auction business entrusted to the firm will be promptly attended to by James Pele, head of Leigh Bros, Fie elpa.
Fractured ad text promotes Dr Williams Piles Ointment claiming quick relief and tumor absorption. It mentions Hiri Dheeding and various bold claims, with a sales pitch style typical of period newspaper classifieds. The snippet also advertises moving furniture and pianos and lists vague contact details and a Norfolk address.
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