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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1896
Page
5
The Virginian prints an eclectic mix from Effingham with a raffle for a horse and wind damage. Reports include soda fountains opening, visitors, court cases, ads, railroad rumors, factory receivership, weather impacts, and local civic notices. Names include John Lewis, W Nash, C Pearson, L R Watts, G Hatton, and many others. events span New York visitors, Confederate Museum canvassing, and a planned dedication of Bingham Street church.
Portland area clubs debate Tal Vollins status as the Pall River Club weighs selling Mat Bart Want an exorbitant price for Folins. Portsmouth magnates, good businessmen, refuse to be gouged while hoping Walliver manager Mil Ward Watson withdraws high demands and accepts a fair offer.
Commissioners John King J P Slater and John Thomas reported on a parcel owned by Emersons and others at the northwest corner of Wythe and Fourth Streets measuring 185 feet. The court ordered sale to defray costs with an assessment of 500 dollars.
The case of Constable Thomas Hodges charged with felonious intent to kill a lion Cohen was heard in county court. Hodges was represented by Col. B. R. Griffin. The court discharged him from office and placed him on bond of $300 to be of good behavior. The page also advertises local shops and goods at High Street businesses including Murgaines Levy & Jacobs Crawford's Furniturpel House and various groceries and children's caps.
The Portsmouth Evening News explains how a matrimonial item appeared from a box on 11th street and was rewritten by the writer. It notes the piece was signed Eight Young Ladies and defended the reporter from offense, recounting that the affair lacked intent to harm. The article mentions apologies and ongoing discussions with the WCGTU and Matrimonial Society, with delegates to upcoming district and state conventions.
Petersburg March 20 Special The snap boat Moanoke built by Petersburg dren Works Company for the State Government will be taken to Norfolk for use on the Roanoke river North Carolina. John Ellong and C Thompson of Brooklyn were before the Corporation Court for forgery and were discharged. Mrs Mary Wharton died this evening after her husband Robert Wharton died yesterday. They leave two children. Catcher J G Powers of Canada joined the Petersburg team. Walter S Abernathy fell from a fence and dislocated his collar bone.
Washington March 20 The Committee on Appropriations considered the legislative bill for 18M with a net of 18M carries SlUbN 718. It estimates for 18n7 amounting to FL805,001 and the House allowed $21.0hu The Likelihood reported to the Senate will ear $21,545,587 The Senate bill adopts salary increases for United States District Attorneys and Marshals with extension for the Southern District of New York and the District of Columbia exempt fromply the for
The Battleship Massachusetts, under command of Lewis, Del, and Maren, left the harbor for builder’s trials this morning and returned to the breakwater at 2 20 p m. She then made rapid runs between the Brown light and the Capes to test her steering apparatus, and anchored at the Brown where she will likely stay until weather moderates before proceeding to Cramp’s yard.
In Asheville on March 20 a strange event unfolds at the Winsted Stakes Court. Proceedings center on an alleged ape involvement and the Wave Meor and Varm Valley race roid Heayine ta Toseel isi prenyl faes. Judge Simunton heard arguments and reserved ruling.
fragmentary ad style notice announcing a cash sale and upcoming returns from New York with promises of better values and service. It mentions Hammill's 820 High Street and a one week winter stock clearance including dress goods and blankets.
North Carolinian political turmoil centers on Republican State Committee actions and ongoing disputes over contests and credentials. Widespread debate follows the plan to empower state officials to probe conventions and contested seats, with figures like Halton and Hutson drawing attention for loyalty and power struggles.
A garbled report describes attendance at a Wilson related event with mentions of Mrs LPO and Dr Ls. Husses, preparations for a Winston trip, and various names such as Miss Shtthe Treree and Mr KDiurkoy. Local chatter includes lectures, a press event, and remarks about a tobacco issue and public interest topics.
Spectator notice announces the marriage of Kh White of Edenton to Henan Jarman of Jacksonville NOC on March 24 at 8 30 p m in Mig Church Jacksonville. William K Griffin of Perquimans county dies this week in Georgia and will be buried in Perquimans county this afternoon. The deceased was an ex resident and Masonic member. several Masons left to attend the funeral. The Theo Ralph family visits relatives in Columbia this week.
Fragmentary OCR text refers to church activities in Jomimsville North Carolina with mentions of Misses, a sermon, and local towns. Details are garbled but indicate community notices about church events and planning for a visit or address by a speaker.
In Weldon last night, a supper hosted by local residents featured Isaac J. Powell and other townspeople enjoying a menagerie of animals. The report notes a tense political climate with farmers and party alignment discussed, and mentions a prisoner moved to Weldon on the fast train. Observers include editors and travelers from Washington, Petersburg, and other cities.
The court docket was taken up yesterday and the elvil docket tried. Mr 2 B Tatem, a respected citizen of this place, died yesterday at his residence on the outskirts of the city at about sixty years. He had been sick only a few days, and his death came as a great surprise to many friends.
In Lewiston North Carolina on March 20 special report notes Marshal Nellamy and W C Weamer in town. They stopped at Thincock Photel ACT. A mule named Mavon killed a ninety pound niece beet weighs, and two fine beeves are said to have been killed this season. Ava Brown representing M L Davis & Co is in town.
Wake Forest scene records a mixed local report as Janehord visited for the college and Mr Red Cooke returned home. About fifteen voters reportedly attended a supper event, while a youthful group from QM was described as bold in a small town setting.
The fragment notes Mason of Garysburys is in Lowen Lageies with mention of corn and delays, and a visit to Mohmond, Va. The garbled text references Hawkeon JAGHAON and March 20 in a scattered local update with unnamed colleagues and events.
Jumbled OCR text references lines and teams at a city event with mentions of Wheaties and Bienbeth City. Specifics and names are unclear due to unreadable characters. The readable bits suggest a local sports or team activity but lack concrete facts for a fuller summary.
Dossie and Florence Cree are mentioned in a garbled public notice about safety items. The text references Hertha and a nonfunctional event, with unknown details. The fragmentary report lacks coherent facts, dates, or responsible entities to confirm a specific action or outcome.
ROP Roper NM Ahareh Specialpep Rev J Marker retires from Yeth City where he has led a preacher meeting for the district. Reports a very interesting meeting with addresses by Rev Young and Rawlings of Marto. John and William Ioster to sellmen on Bey company stage. Miss Wella Savage appointed society President for the approaching commencement, with many friends proud. The Methodist pastor will move into the new parsonage this week.
Elizabeth City N C March 1 first issue of the Fisherman and Parmer appeared yesterday morning. The report notes the local criminal cases on the Superior docket and hints at community reaction to the new publication.
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