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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1896
Page
5
A flood of small town items fills the page. Mayhem, petty theft, court actions, and a mix of local happenings from Portsmouth and nearby areas dominate the report. An arrest, a warrant, and a basket of minor incidents reflect daily municipal life and the slow drumbeat of justice.
The ad list promotes Hammill’s and other outlets on High Street offering one week winter stock clearance. Items include Hamburg caps, gowns, towels, aprons, dresses, Windsor hats, napkins, children’s caps, underwear, and general house furnishing goods. Also advertised are Crawford’s Furniture and Carpet House and Welton & Co with new children's caps and cheap stock.
The arrival of the battleship Videna at World Royal will draw officials, press representatives, and photographers. Special trains, photographs, and speeches accompany the event, with contractor Justin McCartis and Secretary Perkert among those expected to attend as the vessel prepares to dock and receive visitors.
Two armed men robbed a store on Myst Street, threatening the proprietor and forcing surrender before one fled. a warrant exists for the second suspect. A bystander, Mrs Butt, fell injuring herself and her grandchild during the incident. Nearby hazards include a damaged Hatton Street plank walk and several local advertisements follow.
The article describes Portsmouth contingent preparations for a forthcoming season with players like Chichinath, Glowdan, and Hollins being highlighted. It notes windy weather, expected fan turnout, and anticipation of strong performances from young and veteran players alike as they approach their first major match.
A colored man named Mike Penner was jailed briefly after an alleged attempt to bar a colored man from a fight. Henry Dowden is mentioned with a potential sentence. Sparks' Show is scheduled for Monday.
March 1 report from Raleigh details a fatal blaze that killed Mrs. Pattie O Arrington and a child, with authorities noting insurance losses and fire rescue efforts. The piece references gas rates, railway actions, and upcoming events, including partridge hunting and a court case.
Incomplete OCR from Wilson North Carolina page recounts a trip to Anniston and stray hog stories. Mentions Thomas Watson of Sprig UU town and a local hog weighing and price notes. Several traveler arrivals and hotel listings include scattered names and places.
Hertford items report several marriages this week including Absalom Blanchard to Ais Wiltoughty at Bethels My Maghc Copeland to Miss Liew Byvans at Meech Springs and a military ceremony with officers yet to be assigned. Also noted are a horse related incident and a royal garden party style social with attendees from Sarat Cale Norfolk and nearby towns. A display of community support and best wishes closes the notice.
Reverend J J Pant resigns from Linguist Charel Deve pastorate while church members prepare for new staffing. Visitors from Southern Vines and Greensboro College student Jaude Johnston return home for break. Littleton schools host speaker W A W Meum, with Bishop Cheshire set to preach and confirmation scheduled for Saturday service.
A garbled historical notice references CERN OPE Rtd NW Henderson and a parade of names and places. It mentions a large mercantile firm, laresiter & Co, and individuals including Mrs. oD. Masxseuhuaye and Mrs. (haates Moore. The text alludes to representatives, regions like West and East, and various locales such as Henderson and Norfolk, with scattered affiliations and dates.
The Courter of Littleton South Carolina reports a community meeting upcoming in April with plans for a local display. Attendees include Mrs AS Ow Taythor and Berklew, while Reverend John was in town last week to preside. topics cover discussion on local youth groups and sister visits from May.
The revival at the Methodist Church in Elizabeth City begins its first two weeks with Rev. Mr. aw assisting and gathering many attendees as he departs for home. In Weldon the Waecker Store changes hands and Rev Blackwell secures an evangelist for a Baptist Church revival. Judge Tielinagonm opens the spring term of the Superior Court in Condern with most lawyers in attendance.
President Weldin Mak and attorney Adbert Vann of Michytam head a case list as Janet Peturmend of Sirfreesboro is referenced. Town officials prepare for a town meeting convening on the 6th day of Mavreh, with Clerk Mr 2h. iy tie busy organizing the proceedings ahead of the session.
In Pia Taselu March 12 specials Mr William Marrick of Baltimore and Mr W N Harrall of Scotland Neck Wis were in town yesterday The death of Miss Sallie Grifin took place in the area noted with local notices and brief obituary details
A fragmentary report describes a marriage at a residence with guests including Mrs Chesterton and Miss Martha Gaul, amid a separate public sale of property tied to a trust deed. The event notes a fire that caused casualties and property damage, with references to local officials and a superintendent of the Mite School.
A Berkley town meeting last night accepted a report on expenditures and issued orders for action. Members discussed telecommunication improvements and referred a fire committee item for reprisal. Several members received leave to attend the funeral of Mrs. Alice V. Dilegs in Gloucester county.
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