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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1897
Page
4
The Major, long stationed on the frontier for about fifteen years, had been in Washington to attend the inauguration. He earned numerous laurels for his military service and is remembered for his steadfast conduct.
The Rev C K Hobbs was ordained Sunday afternoon at Court Street Baptist Church in a service led by Dr A E Owens and a board of ministers including Dr M B Wharton of Norfolk and Rev C W Duke of Berkley. Hobbs will oversee two churches in Princess Anne county.
The Baptist ministers conference opened with prayer by Dr. William H. Bate. Reports praised church growth and Sunday school gains. A Virginia Institute debt fund was discussed and a resolution urged fundraising efforts. Speakers included Dr. E Broadus and ministers from Petersburg Baltimore and North Carolina.
The funeral of Capt John R White was held Sunday from his residence at the corner of Columbia and Dinwiddie streets with pallbearers Judge C W Murdaugh Col Wim H Stewart WH F Butt Norman Cassell G W Kidwards and W W Edwards. The Hartio May Traison funeral followed at Central M with a large attendance. Rev Ray spoke of the deceased Christian character. interment was Cedar Grove. Also noted is the infant child of Mr and Mrs Edgar Nash buried from their London Street residence. cedar Grove cemetery was the final resting place. Additionally a medicinal jingle references Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets for cold cure.
Our window sale offers any boys suit for 1.17 with sale ending Wednesday the 10th. All clothing in men's heavy weight and underwear at or below cost. Also new caps from W. E. Virnelson Co. Shirts made to fit by Charles R. Welton Co. Hats offered very cheap at 114 High Street.
A new neckwear line is exhibited at local shops including LPVY and JACOBS Gent's Outfitters under Madison Street. Gendron Bicycles arrive and are shown as best on the market at J. S. Crawford's Furniture and Carpet House.
Maurice A Brandt Co opened its new store yesterday drawing many visitors despite rain. The display showcased a large selection of dress goods and embroideries in Oxford Hall, with A J Phillips presenting the collection.
A Friday afternoon chase in Washington Street ended with a laborer named George Williams, a Black man, arrested after stealing Mrs. Emmett Deans umbrella. Deans pursued him to High Street and Queen Court, where the offender fled into a cellar before surrendering to officers. He was jailed for sixty days after failing to justify the act.
The Norfolk county Circuit Court, Judge Prentis presiding, announced daily docket calls. Decrees include a divorce annulling W. O. H. Fulcher and Annie Pulcher for desertion, confirms in several cases, and transfers Annie C. Smith vs. The Norfolk and Camden railroad to HW Hustings court for trial. W. O. W. Starke qualified to practice law.
A string of assaults near Ayin stead woods culminated when Carrie Roger, a short whiteback woman, identified Henry Peoples as her attacker. He faces a hearing today on the charge after Constable Anderson arrested him yesterday.
A Black man Henry Hinds argued with his wife yesterday on the corner of King and Greek streets. He was taken to Stapton houses after a bystander helped and stated he was the boss. The woman appeared to be badly beaten.
The Ladies Auxiliary of Yo M a A WI plans a Tuesday program from 7 to 10 o clock featuring piano duets by Mamie Garwood and Naom Bley, songs by Mattie Boswell, and a recitation titled How Betsy Trawkins Went to Market by Jennie Gregory.
Saturday night break in at the bakeshop at No 78 County Street by Willie Walker. Flour and other items stolen. Discovery Sunday morning when Walker found the lights out. A warrant tied to a colored man named Hewett, issued on Moster Cay.
Mrs James Alexander of Jeffingham Street reported a theft aboard the Washington steamer after returning from Washington. She left her pocketbook in a state room and locked the door. someone unlocked it, took five dollars, and left the rest of the money.
The Hawes $3.00 guaranteed hats offered by W. Bernelson Co highlight spring novelties priced at $1.50 per item.
The Southeastern League will convene tomorrow afternoon at Madison at 2 o clock to consider applications for league membership including several pitchers. Names listed include Crom Bloelk, Balthnores Barry Name, Wormesley, Maynor all of New York, with others also seeking entry.
The Boy Pn of the South Street Hapti church plans a Dube enter tainment this evening. The Rev Do Wisher of Wonrth Street church will deliver the address, with some top talent secured. Friends are invited. seats are free.
Capt Bloodgood of BloodgooeR Tax Boat Company in Wis yesterday suffered paralysis at his home on FeroOM street South Poy smoky. Siehin calls the case very evident and under review by doctors.
Washington the Senate convened after reading Friday's journal and received a written message from the President. The body considered memorials including New Mexico mining legislation and New York Chamber of Commerce trade treaties. Nominations were discussed and Oscar A. Dunes was confirmed as Pension Agent at Detroit.
The text touts Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as a preventive for an illness linked to In erippe and In Mheumoule. It claims thousands have used it successfully, promising quicker relief and fewer side effects than other medicines. Sizes for sale are listed by distance and price.
The March sermon at Grace Episcopal Church by Bishop A. M. Ron, noted as a leading Virginian speaker, focused on the Gospel of Christ and contrasted with Greek civilization. The bishop confirmed several parishioners, while a local man suffered a gruesome tooth injury during the events.
In Atlanta on March 8 H G Perry shot L B Lanier twice in Decatur at the Dekalb County Courthouse. Lanier is gravely wounded at Grady Hospital. Perry claims Lanier was breaking up his home peace and warns Lanier to leave the state. Lanier denies any dishonor to the Perry family. Lanier had left Atlanta after a letter from Perry threatening drastic action was delivered. They met on a train in Decatur and Perry fired as Lanier jumped off.
Warren Jones, an employee at the Hub Grocery, was arrested at his Rocksbury home in Charles City County after taking $10 to pay bills and failing to return the funds. The incident followed reports of other local happenings including a funeral, grain exports, police court receipts, a stage appearance, a naval coal delivery, and a ship's arrival.
The Norfolk and Western Railway company reported January 1897 earnings of $882,069, down $393,412 from January 1896. For the four months ended January 31, net earnings were $1,043,064, up $168,515 from the prior year.
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