Portsmouth News in Brief From Portsmouth Local notes and meetings
Space trained for eight months and a series of local items fill the brief. Two men injured by village thefts, a house fire, adjourning meetings, sporting talk, and various arrests. Names include C. W. Hudgins & Co. crew, Henry Snow, Mrs Cain, J. J. Lyons, Linwood Hutchins, John Booker, Jack Walker, and Rev A B Owens. Officials report hospital visits, funerals, and criminal cases with multiple fires and incidents around town. The Portsmouth Board of Trade held its regular session, with resolutions on public buildings and cooperation with Philadelphia traders discussed.
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Navy Yard
C. W. Hudgins & Co
Board of Supervisors
Henry Snow
Cain
Bowers’ Hill
Virginius Grant
Wright Memorial Church
Goard of
Trade
C. 8. Sherwovud
Kt. Cupps
H. L. Maynard
W. N. White
B. Archer
Tarif Commission League
Finley Acker
Trades’ League of Philadelphia
Yale
Gation
Portsmouth
Messrs
Hatton, Maynard
Reynolds
Washington
King
Child Burned in House Fire Accident on Elmingham Street
Yesterday afternoon Mrs. Frank Cummings on Elmingham Street left her two year old child unattended near a box of matches. The child set its clothing on fire and sustained serious burns to the hand before the mother could smother the flames. The injured child was taken to Carry drug store on Iscene Street for dressing. Last night Dr Charles Cul Pepper was sent for.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shew
Crawford Street
Joe Sanders
Atlantic
Danville Crossing
8. A. l. Round-Howse
John T. Griffin
J. W. Flutter
Truett
Edward Horum
Shell Road
Williamsburg Asylum
Andrew Silverson
Norfolk County
Lergen
Norway
John Wilson
Sweet Canaan
Anderson
Jiellie Rutter
Jesus Wael
Jal
S Brooks
Ted
Brooks
Frank Cummings
Emingham Street
Carry
Iscene Street
Charles Cul- Pepper
Portsmouth Routers and the Truth Teased in Hype and Arrivals
Five men signed by Manager Marr will reach the city Thursday from Cincinnati. Pitcher McNamara may arrive by week’s end after a $45 rail fare from California, with Thilman and Vought expected soon. Delays from a misrouted pitcher are resolved and the squad targets a strong season. Fans await a concrete team, while discussions on new facilities and gate duties frame a tense build toward a Virginia championship.
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Murr
Cinvimunt
Thilman
Phiyer
Leagin Park
Lefty Marr
Portsmouth
Marr
Striet
Injury at South Street Church Endangers Elderly Woman
Mrs Fannie Carter aged 70 fell when entering the South Street Baptist Church on Sunday morning. A fracture of the right thigh occurred after a low step from the vestibule to the aisle. She cannot see and may not recover. She was carried to her half sister Mrs Baptist Scherer at 807 Green Street after Dr EB Alexander Hatton was summoned.
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Fannie Carter
South Street Baptist Church
Baptist Scherer
Green Street
EB. Alexander Hatton
Acquitted in Murder Case at Wastings Court
A trial at the Wastings Court acquitted Peter Colthrop, a colored man charged with murdering another colored man. Defense by Capt John W. Mapper and prosecution by Cok is. Roooriiin. The crowded room heard the verdict after brief deliberation, delivered as not guilty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Colthrop
John W. Mapper
Commonwealth
Cok
Mapper
Olike
Steen
Child swallowing lye injures throat at Cottage Place
Yesterday morning a two year old child, son of Mr. and Mrs. BR Bunting of Cottage Place, swallowed concentrated lye from a can. The parents were away when Mrs. C D Ball helped and Dr Butt attended, relieving the boy as much as possible.
Norfolk Circuit Court Opens Spring Term With Noted Trials
The spring term of the Circuit Court of Norfolk County began yesterday before Judge Prenile Breethnig. Several special important cases were tried. decrees directed against Robert K. Haynes and wife versus Mary B. Til, and O. Barnes against W. St. Ipton. The accounts of AW. C. Cromwell were allowed.
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Cirenit Court
Norfolk County
Prenile Breethnig
Robert K. Haynes
Mary
O. Barnes
W. St. Ipton
AW. C. Cromwell
Largest Week Long Bargain Sale at Name Mills
Advertises a huge cash sale with yard goods and garments at deep discounts. Sells remnant fabrics, ladies caps, towels, percale, table linens, comforts, counterpanes, and underwear. Stores Hammill's and Lavy & DaCosta advertise ready to wear and custom suits at low cash prices.
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Name Mills
Death of Mrs Nora Sullivan at Lincoln Street Home
Mrs Nora Sullivan aged 84 died at her son Michel Sullivan's residence on Lincoln Street last night. Funeral notice to appear in tomorrow's issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nora Sullivvan
Michel Sullivan
Lincoln Street
At & Weluck
Lesue
Your Chance Winter Stock at Oxford Hall and More
One week only, winter stock including dress goods, eissi meres, blankets and gloves offered by A J Phillips, Under Oxford Hall. Also advertised are furniture and carpet options at J B Crawford's, plus Charles R Welton & Co urging season tickets for Hirst championship game admissions and spring suitings from M Rosenbaum on High Street.
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A.J. Phillips
Oxford Hall
Ches, R. Welton & Co
Portsmouth
Charles R. Welton & CO
Wule Mohal
W. C.nass
High ST
Massachusetts mill dividends report shows gains
The quarterly statement on mill dividends indicates a prosperous quarter with all but four large concerns paying dividends. The average rate on total capital stands at 19.3 percent, reflecting strong earnings across the sector.
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Tall River
Mase
Funeral for Col. Watson I. Ron held at church
Funeral services for Col Waut I. Ron were held at Christ Church with Bishop Cheshire among the eleven officiants. Burial followed at Oakwood Cemetery. Col Padson arrived from Shawnee with his wife and eldest son. The service occurred yesterday afternoon in the town, drawing a large crowd and notable attendance by local officials.
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Finleigh
N. C
Spechath
Col Waut I. Ron
Chirhst Church
Bishop Cheshire
Oalwood Cemetery
Athemdnanes
Junius Daniel Camp
Col. Padson
Crom
Greensbord
Plolten
Oeyent
Oor
Grant
L. Russell
Novernior
Plolton Ds
Euesed
Fsbo
Te Wiper
Praiver
Francis Winkhow
Morton
Winslow
Wilowington
Willrht
Diddy Starbrick
Chambers
Sa Winelow
Supreme Court
Whitelaw Gant
William Hodges Dies Noted Farmer of Scotland Neck
SCOTLAND NEC NC March 9 William Hodges a leading local farmer died at his home seven miles from town age about ninety years Friends and neighbors recall his notable farming career Wake Forest College president Stev M Taylor spoke here yesterday on pulpit duties His fire alarm reported a fire in Mr S B Kitchans smokehouse near his residence causing minor damage Trickers and gardeners report labor shortages and prospects for early harvest
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Scotland Neck
N.C
William Hodges
Niles
Yust
M. Taylor
Wakeforest College
Taptler
Taylor
W. T, May
Roangke
G. Haffman
Merc.i. Andrews
Toxobel
H. G. Jones
Kinston
S. B. Kitchan
Edenton Residents Attend Court and Church Aid
Local residents in Edenton and nearby areas gather for routine court appearances and religious services. A Norfolk visitor, Mr George Westoper, travels to Murfreesboro for official business. A notable incident: Mr Vann promises to donate $100 to the Baptist church fund, approved.
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Edenton
Noch
AL Fp
Thee
George Westoper
Norfolk
W. de
Lewes
Rot
Varin
Scotland
Wittire
Baptist
Waastiiarton
Toon
Local visitors and town notes from Enfield March 9
A jumble of names and short visits fills Enfield and nearby towns as Mr Charles Shar Kes and Miss Hen Archer arrive from Wike's glass show. Various residents from Miles to Baltimore and New Bern are noted visiting, stopping at local hotels, and attending events including Alex, Surull & Son's performances.
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Malieht
Mareh
Speciah
Charles Shar Kes
Hen Archer
Wike
Satin
Hepthastoil
Hedy Oor
Lon Visht
Littleton
Charles Shumer
Ay. D. i, Srth
Miles, Nol
N. OW. Cargent
Baltimore
Ticord
Sermon Services and Local Developments Highlight Week
The report notes a Sunday sermon by Rev. Os at Corhyth and a remedial address at the Methodist Center. It mentions Jesse Whitson’s recent confinement, Troy delivering an excellent sermon, and ongoing progress on the Mirror railway aiding large boats at Dry Point’s waters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse Whitson
Methodist Center
Troy
Birge
Local notes and trades mix with a horse injury report
A brief local dispatch notes Jos Lassiter breaking his arm after a vicious horse incident and wishes for a speedy recovery. It mentions merchants cashing more trades, a Fall habit, a Halifax bicycle trip by Johnson, Bolin's Norfolk trip, Clifton the railroad agent regaining health, and a large stock horse sale by Miles and Galtreele.
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Kieh Square
Noc
Jos
Lassiter
Mrodoff
Johnson
Halifax
Bolin
Norfolk
Clifton
Miles
Galtreele
W. J. Capehbart
Seaboard Notes on Health and Visits
Seaboard notes Florence Cree is convalescent after illness. Walter Joyce and Louie Stephenson are sick. Mrs. J. E. Jones of Portsmouth made a brief trip to visit relatives. Pine Street sermon at M. E. Church by Rev. Mr. Tillery. Mr. Cree attended a meeting at Rich Square yesterday.
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Pannell
Fayettow
Town
Satay
Mtr
Winstead Lerk
Danton
Goldsboru
Seaboard
N. C
Florence Cree
Walter Joyce
Louie Stephenson
J. E. Jones
Portsmouth
Pine
M. BE
T. J. Tillery
Cree
Rich Square
Hale Ends Cuban Debate as Senate Adopts Peace Hope
Senator Hale's address on Cuba and foreign policy is summarized amid a wide Senate discussion. The speech defends U S sovereignty and urges restraint from foreign powers while emphasizing a peaceful path to end the rebellion. The chamber adjourns after executive session with Cuba set aside for the day.
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Congress
Shakespeare
Archbishop Cranmer
Milesbeth
Uges
England
Hale
Senate
Warrenton visitors register amid tobacco prices and court notes
Warrenton North Carolina March 9 special report lists visitors from Richmond Charles C Reed and R W Roberts and W Ss Griffin of Norfolk at Milner House. Virginia Superior Court for Warren county to open March 16. The Virginian newspaper sale details. Chief Justice Dow of New Hampshire dies of apoplexy at Hollinsford. Treasury gold reserve closes at 126 411 209 with 99 600 withdrawals.
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Warrenton
N. C
Charles C. Reed
R. W. Roberts
Richmond
W. Ss. Griffin
Norfolk
Milner House
Tabieco
Superior Court
Warren County
Virginian
H. W. Palmer
Doe
Hollinsford
N. H
Dow
Supreme Court of New Hampshire
Treasury Gold Reserve
Washington, D. C
Treasury
Mason's Cakes and Crackers Specials Today
Portsmout h address ad advertises a steamer delivery of Mason's Cakes and Crackers with low prices on Soda Crackers Oyster Crackers Nic Nac Lemon Cakes Ginger Snaps Host Cream Crackers and Genuine Maple Sugar at 360 per pound Leggett's Best Rolled Oats six pounds for two dollars from W HUDGINS & Co Crawford Street.
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Mason's
Leggett
Co. W. Hudgins & Co
Crawford Street
True Prophecy Nf. B. Wilkins Wood and coal sale
True Prophecy Nf. B. Wilkins offers plenty of dry wood in rain with a large shed to keep it dry. They feature Thacker Coal a specialty and clean free burning coal. Juat Iy St. Phone 918 High street office 405 and 614 County street.
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B. Wilkins
Thacker Coal
Juat Iy St
High Street
County Street
For Rent Dwellings by E C Brooks Comp Ve
Blores on Crawford Street near market offer five room dwellings with modern conveniences. Several danlable dwellings in F538 locations priced at $5, $9, $10, $12.60 and $21 per month. Contact John L Watson at 309 Tigh Street Portsmouth Vas for details.
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Crawford Street
OHN L
Watson
Tigh + Street
Portsmouth
Vas
Unclear OCR Chronicle of Horse Stable Offerings
Fragmentary notice from Portami offering rebuilt stables at 618 Middle Street. Mentions horses, care terms, handling, and routine changes. Details are garbled, with broken phrases about horses running away and behavior. No clear names, dates, or firm actions readable.
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Middle Street
Portam
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St. Vincent’s Hospital
Linwood Hutchins
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John Booker
L. Bridges
Westovia
Bndisia
Bette
Linswead Tatehins
To'eloel
Court Street
Uhnrch
Shore
Howe
A.B. Owens
AL Hotelsis
Park View
Tell
Bardis
Deep Creek
Nathan Levy
Levy & Jacobs
New York
S. Mathews
Hodges
Central Church
Reg
Re Proctor
Bowery
Cols W
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McNamara
California
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Letty
Brent Mitny
Wm. J. King
Uijow Chol
Doetuwore
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Danny Cox
Aml
Jute Richardson
John Pueh
Halehwoopers
Edgar Teach
Whlel
Willie Hallinaits
Willie Nos
Charles T. Bland
Ated Lye
Hamburg
Wimburg
Lavy & Dacoba
J. 8. Crawford
Sulis
M. Rosenbaum
Massachusetts
North Carolina
Col. Faison
Cheshire
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Winx
Jon
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Nec
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Kid Square
Leavening Powe
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Tim
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Tite
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United States
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