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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1896
Page
5
Portsmouth daily listings summarize church meetings Holy Week services court actions and community notices. Mentions Calvary Central Monumental and St Johns Episcopal churches with service times. damage suits scheduled, an elderly man injured by bicycle, and local business ads for clothing and furniture.
The Congress of Nations is set to be presented at Kirn Hall on April 8 at 8 p m a repeat performance urged by many attendees. The program includes Bethlehem with 136 participants national songs drills and marches plus Edimonds and gypsy band tambourine drill. Admission 25 cents, reserved 60 cents, tickets at John A Morris’s store.
A brisk Monday sale at Hammill’s 420 High Street features steep discounts on dress goods and linens. 40 inch chameleon brill iantines drop from 40c to 24c a yard. 40 pieces of new spring mixtures cut to 49c. 10c zephyr gingham to 4c. towels and white goods slashed. assorted silks, calico, and table linens offered cash only. Additional bargains on groceries and home goods at low prices. Sale begins 10 o’clock tomorrow morning.
New Haven Club faced a stubborn Nutmegs lineup as Portland's lefty Brandt pitched well and the Truckers snatched a thriller 6 to 5. Sullivan led the visitors with strong hitting while New Haven's fielding kept them close, and Ted Sullivan's crew was held to seven innings by Pry and Keefe.
In a mayoral proceeding Judge Shaw and Riddick were fined 20 and 5 dollars respectively for assault on W H Codd. A racially charged arson accusation against Rid dick lacked conclusive evidence. The woman was bailed at 100 dollars for future appearance as the case was continued ten days for more evidence. The crowded courtroom, mostly colored attendees, extended past 7 PM.
Theodor Schmitz, a German immigrant of about 60, died suddenly at his home after a day in the yard. He leaves a wife and two children, one married to W F Owens. funeral plans and a church meeting follow. A church social and bonding canvass news follow, with details of events and invitations for members.
A well known Western Branch trucker nearly crossed at Dinwiddie and London when an electric car on Port Norfolk road struck his horse. The rider was bruised. the motorist fled unhurt. The piece notes drivers failing to slow at crossings and warns of penalties under local ordinance. Palm Sunday observed in Catholic church with palm blessing and Holy Week services beginning.
Henderson North Carolina March 25 special reports revival services at the Baptist Church grow in attendance forcing a move to a larger Union church in Enfield. Bishop Cheshire to speak March 10 and 28. Joice Whitaker, 19, dies of measles at Greensboro Normal. Local notes include visitors, travel, and church service schedules across several towns.
A large Edenton congregation at the Baptist Church heard a discussion on Christian Education led by Tev. J. White of Raleigh, Prof. J. B. Brewer of Murfreesboro, and Tev. George W. Gavin of the Theological Seminary in Louisville Ky. Tonight Rev. J F. White speaks on missions. After a period away, H. E. Williams and family returned home.
Plymouth. March 8. Mrs. S. M. Crockett of Maryland visits her niece Mrs. Chirence Lithia. Rev. F. Wootten left for a brief visit to Sonfield, N C. Mr. B. A. Robertson left for his new home in Beriley, Va. John Harrison purser on the Ranger is at home on vacation. Miss Mabel Owens gave a birthday party last evening with many friends in attendance.
Elizabeth City N C March 28 A lecture on North Carolina History by Hon W J Cyrffin at Atlantic Collegiate Institute attracted attention A union meeting at Corbuth Baptist Church near town ran from Friday to Sunday The Pasquotank River runs high with fast water and many spots up to Murden's fishery Services will be held in all churches tomorrow with regular pastors delivering sermons
Lewiston Maine March 28 Mrs J Bridger hosted a tea for local youths Thursday night Miss Sadie Meakin returned home from visits in Baltimore and Suffolk Virginia R A Harrell was in town yesterday Call at the post office for the Norfolk Virginian daily.
Seylla Odor, a colored woman of Seaboard, North Carolina, died last night from burns after her dress caught fire while burning trash. Her daughter sustained severe burns while attempting to help her. Tele Teter of Jackson visits Miss Willie Stephenson in Seaboard, and Miss Adama has returned to West Norfolk.
The Afternoon Parlor Social of the W C T U was postponed from yesterday and will occur Thursday at a venue to be announced. A debate on whether wine or woman wields greater influence is promised, with a welcoming reception for all ladies.
Miss Marion Whedbee has returned home from Raleigh after a pleasant stay with many friends. Court is at Edenton next week.
The Navy yard reports yesterday’s bulk transfer to the general store keeper and arrival of Belgian blocks for dock edging. Workmen began stocking the new storehouse as carloads of materials arrived. Yesterday afternoon South Portsmouth resident Wille Files rode a bicycle on Fourth Street and collided with a milk wagon, suffering a severe forehead cut and body bruises. He was taken home after aid was summoned. his bike was wrecked.
The Sunday School Workers Society of Wright Memorial Church plans a sixth anniversary entertainment Monday night with invitations extended to all former pastors. The reform era has seen $1,304 raised to help equit the church debt.
Norfolk College features Mrs Jowny Deloney showcasing Parisian designs in China paintings tapestry pastel water colors and oil paintings.
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