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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1896
Page
5
A Portsmouth Chronicle item reports a revival meeting in Scottsville where a theft occurred, with a man named Andrew Willing fined in court for fighting. Other local notes include church meetings, funerals, a county Republican convention, and a parade of social notices across Portsmouth and Nansemond County.
A peculiar sighting occurred in the Mexas area yesterday involving a dot roll through gas and a tow vessel. Officials dispatched a department war valled out but services were not hindered. Workingmen to be paid more for the first half of Marel as wages rise.
Get Your Spring Suit, Whether ready made or made to order, from us. Suits, all Wool, $5.90, $6.50, $7.75 and upwards, LEVY & JACOUS, 200 High street. Suits do Orater, Our spring suithigs for Buster at popular prices. Look at our window Display From $13.50 to $22.50. M. ROSENBAUM, 116 and 118 High street. Wall papering and decoration done upholstering and hair mistress renovated, carpets cut, made and laid. J. 8. Crawford's Furniture and Carpet House.
The Somme Men from this city have successfully passed the State Hand of Pharmacy meeting in Rich vena. Pharmacists W Alison Stores du Kene J Hass and all the Pharmacists Prank Db Mears W S Langhorne Ir are listed as having passed.
A fragmented medical advert promotes H. H. Stom ach Hitters as a cure for indigestion loss of appetite and nerves. It also mentions a sale on winter stock at High Street shops including yeast powders fish and groceries with prices in old currency.
An incident in which Mtod Rees accompanied by an officer visited the stubfort house ends with the officer reporting to the station after a pursuit toward Newport News. The account mentions Officer Dixon, a missing child matter, and ensuing actions as the city authorities convene at a convention with names like Delates Distinct and FP Maer among attendees.
Dente of Mew and Cooper families mourn especially Mes Cooper wife of Ver A Peur, both deaths in New York City. Mrs Cooper born Thrismouth, tied to Chief Engi Wheeler circle of relatives in Portemouth. Pneumonia death at Moerting of Poller Cu 00. Police board and Minor Commissioners convened with L th Days as president and others present to investigate the Orea at Green and King streets. witnesses examined. adjourned to next Monday.
Sunday morning around 2 30 an alarm rang for a fire at a small frame house on Hart street between Green and Washington. The Virginian steamer arrived but not needed. The dwelling belonged to Mr. George L Neville and was occupied by occupants. Fire suspected as incendiary with potential great loss if discovered later.
Fragmentary text records an elderly man named Joshua Teamoah found in his bed in Scouttsyilly. The narrative mentions Justice Jhang ber and a vague sequence of events, with references to feeble health and possible investigation, but details are garbled and uncertain.
Missives report a burned building on Lodge street with repairs ongoing and hope for swift restoration. Jim Hayes left for his home after a short visit. Rev. Andrew Moore traveled from Whitakers to visit friends then returned. Water pumping and sewerage concerns spark local discussion amid labor efforts. Mrs Kirby plans a new home with husband manager of Kirby Shoe Co.
The death of John Des Winder, longtime resident of Raleigh and Charlotte, occurred yesterday morning at his home. He was about seventy years old, had long service in the state, and his burial will take place at Wood Cemetery. The article notes political mentions and local church ties, referencing Governor fords and other state figures. A number of visitors and attendees are listed, with several references to regional towns and churches.
In Lewiston March 23 special report notes Abs visiting with Mrs Williams and Mrs Jordan plans to move to live with them. A preacher delivered an excellent sermon. J Crown and G W Baker enjoy a few days in Sharretteville. A local man broke both arms after an attempted mule ride.
A Sunday blaze near the Methodist Church on Cheruel Street damaged Jesse Brown’s residence in Ward 3. Firemen arrived after the kitchen was found afire. about half the furniture was saved and the house collapsed soon after. The property changed hands recently in Hertford. Local lawyers reported involvement in the case.
Mertford North Carolina March 23 Special reports a large crowd at court today. Willie Goodwin died this morning at forty four after a period of illness.
Describes rental of store and building at 20 Mie street in Dartsmouth Virginia to be remodeled for furniture business. Two upper floors with elevator accessibility. apply to KRosenbaum at 18 IMeh street for rental details.
Specials list bargains on Carolina rice dried apples and early June pens, with low prices per pound and per dozen. A few jars of home made sweet pickle from Virginia supplier Jonah Ss available. Slogan touts Sun Leam flour and urges quick purchase while stock lasts.
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