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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1897

Page

6

Memory of Heroes Parade at Suffolk Memorial Day

Memorial honors fallen comrades with a 4 PM parade from South Main street led by a volunteer squad and Norfolk band. Speakers include Rev W E B Willows and Mr George W Wilson who read an original patriotic poem. graves of Odd Fellows decorated. cemetery scene noted as beautiful beside Cedar Hill.

E of Buffolk Nigking Swarl John W. Ames, Jr Conso Kilby Cedar Hill Eclufler R.L. Brewer Willin Calnn George W. Wilson Norfolk Smith South Main Street Conductor Tidy

Newport News Open Convention Bid Urged by Business Men

Newport News officials push for the city to host the Democratic convention this summer. A committee including T. T. Powell and C. M. Braxton is designated to lobby the State Democratic committee in Richmond, with support from local citizens. Also noted are a Quaker medicine company’s outdoor entertainments, Mr. Gardner’s return from Murfreesboro to his father’s bedside, and the Newport News public schools scheduling final exams for early June.

Newport News Business Men's Association State Democratic Committee RR. G. Bickford, Esq aSetairman Ton. T. T. Powell C. M. Braxton D. G. Smith Harris L. Mass C. A. Aghly

Norfold Academy Invites to Annual Field Games

Norfolk Academy invites participation in the annual field games to be held Friday May 21 at 10 o'clock in the Y M C A Park Ghent. Committee chairs include Alfred Walton William Dey R E Lee Taylor Augustus Stroud Russell Hardy William H White Marvin D White and others.

Norfolk Academy Assy Y. M. C. A. Park Ghent Alfred T. Walton Chairmay Wiliam M. Dey R. E. Lee Taylor Augustus T. Stroud Russell Hardy William H. White Marvin D. White

Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Offer From Local Dealers

Bucklen’s Arnica Salve advertised as the best salve for bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions. The notice promises refund if not satisfied and prices at 24 cents per box through Burrow Martin & Co.

Bucklen Burrow, Martin & Co

Gospel Sermon Draws Large Richmond Believers at Disciples Church

The pure gospel of Jesus is proclaimed each night to large congregations at the Disciples' Church on Freemason Street by Rev. Mr. Garrison of Richmond. The eloquent and forceful preaching inspires and strengthens believers and welcomes all visitors to the gospel feast.

Disciples’ Church Freemason Street Mr. Garrison Richmond

Fifteen Thousand Dollar Assignment and Court Proceedings

Details of two deeds of assignment for Ella S Whitehurst and FP Lasting to trustees involving stock of goods and real estate parcels at 220 Wall Street and east of Marshal avenue Brambleton Ward. Numerous creditors listed with totals, including Carlisle Shoe and Rountree Trunk and Bag. Also notes on mandamus cases by Judge Prentis to fill a Norfolk county board vacancy and access to Portsmouth records. Minor criminal and civil proceedings noted with sentences or pending appeals.

Ella S. Whitehurst Flugh C. Davis Main Street C. A. Lewellng Carlisle Shoe Company Tutt Smith Company Rountree ‘Trunk Charles Helger Headley Palmer Company J. J. Latteman Shoe Manufacturing Company del Credere Boot and Shoe Company Seward &Trank and Bag Company Prank & Swartz Barefielder & Lincoln Company Thomas & Greaean Pare Company Marcy Bros. & Co Putney & Co Montague & Bunting Surrey Shor Company Glven Marshal Avenue Hillland Avenue Brambleton Ward Lasting Ghureh Street J. Morris Caldwell Mardy Jude Prentis Circuit Court Federal Board of Norfolk County Burroughs Wim. Mex. Woodhouse John Neely John AW. Happer Wit

Court notes and police court briefs from yesterday

Judge Martin granted a divorce for Cora Powell from Virginus W Powell. Motion to set aside a $268 judgment in Taylor vs Sylph was argued. Police Court disposed of several minor cases including assaults, fines, and a lunacy hold. Several civil actions and transfers were recorded, with deeds and settlements noted.

Court of Law and Chancery Martin Cora Powell Virginus W. Powell C. R R. Taylor G. 8. Briggs United States Grand Jury J. Zipler Max Trenner Henry Smith James Gilette Fred Tennis Lavenia Green Ove Parker Kong Lee John ‘S. Lee M. WK. Breckenridge Henry Jones Henry Zerill London America W. H. Bashmore New York Will

Dimity and Lawn Fabrics Offered at Discounted Prices

Historical textile sale lists 4 00 yards of Dimity at 10c per yard, mill ends 2 to 12 yards at Ge per yard, 20 pieces of Lawns below Se per yard, Skirting Calicoes at 3i per yard, Lawn pieces at Blac regular price ice per yard, and Lace Striped Organ dies and Dimities in new patterns priced 8c to 12kc per yard.

Second Floor Sale of Trimmed Ladies and Children Garments

A clearance item lists six garments including ladies trimmed skirts gowns chemise drawers corset covers and children's dresses. Originally priced 22.00 at any store. Early buyers save the difference by shopping on the second floor via the elevator.

Dress Linings and Trimings Sold in Large Lot Accession

Large lot of thrustle cambrie and canvas mill ends for sale by yard. One for Selkia and Percaline, all colors mill ends priced per yard.

Price List of Domestic Fabrics and Cotton Goods

The advertisement lists various fabrics and cotton goods with per yard prices including unbleached and bleached cottons, sheeting, and birdseye patterns. Items referenced include 5e yard and 4-4 bleached cotton with prices, and pieces of 20 and 22 inch birdseye.

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Laundered Shirt Waists Advertised in Elegant Styles

An advertisement showcases laundered shirt waists in new satin style options. The copy highlights quality Black satin waists and mentions affordable pricing in a brief promotional note.

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Bed Spreads and Sheets Obvious Listing Prices

Unbleached Sheets 10 4 at 3714 and 454 hemmed ready for use. Bleached Sheets 10 4 hemmed ready for use at 454 each. Hemstitched sheets extra heavy bleach cotton with rows hemstitching 63e with 3 rows. Pillow Cases, at We and le each 10 4 White Bed Spreads 49c extra heavy hemmed ready for use. Extra quality White Bed Spreads at Tie Se each.

New Fashion Arrivals in Ruching and Accessories at Tot

All the novelties in ruching and belts arrive in black and white with new color lines. Five new styles in collars and cults plus Nid gloves in white and black across all shades are now in stock at Tot. Lowest prices on Panty Well ing items.

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