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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1897
Page
2
Rich mahogany upright piano with latest improvements and reliable tuning. Includes stool and scarf, year’s tuning, and good case. Terms to suit. See at Charles M. Plano Warerooms, 416 Main.
In warm weather feet stay dry with Patrol Shoes noted for comfort and wear. The ad claims the shoes suit policemen machinists carpenters printers and many trades, and locates the store on Street opposite the Court House.
A fragment notes going elsewhere to have pho phs made, a call at the studio, and sea voucher prices of works. Includes address 2840 844 Main Street.
Public notices announce bids for furnishing and work on several large buildings. Plans and specifications are available at the office, 18 Pine Street. Columbia Guano Co. Norfolk.
Fragmentary timetable notes sailings from Norfolk and Bay Line wharf with several departure times listed including 7 00 am 12 30 am and 4 00 pm and Wrights 370 Main referenced. Some items appear garbled but indicate cruise or freight departures and guaranteed service terms.
Brigadier General D J Turner issues orders for the Virginia BrigadeUniform Rank Knights of Pythias to assemble in Norfolk on June 15 1897 with excursions from Roanoke Petersburg Staunton Richmond and other points. The cornerstone laying for the Portsmouth Pythian Castle will occur during the brigade gathering and officers from brigades regiments and companies will converge in full dress uniform for parades and ceremonies in Norfolk.
The cast who recently performed Mikado at the Academy of Music for the Infant Sanitarium and Horses Band will repeat the opera at the Soldiers' Home this evening for the same charity. The steamer Accomne departs North Street Foot from Portsmouth at 6 p.m. and Bay Line wharf.
An argument that contemporary bandits threaten honest business and that good health is essential for success. Promotes Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for digestion, liver tones, and blood nutrition, claiming 93 percent cure rate for consumption. Includes a testimonial and promotion for The People's Common Sense Medical Adviser and a free book offer from World's Dispensary Medical Association.
The steamer touching at Portsmouth on the return from the performance will be accompanied by Gorjes band providing music. A lively program and time for all who attend are promised. Fare for the reunil trip including opera admission is 50 cents.
The Parsonage and Home Mission Society of the Virginia Conference of the Methodist church South meets at Epworth church at 11 this morning. Delegates and visitors are listed with assigned homes. Rev L J Betty will preach the annual sermon at 8 o'clock tonight. Luncheon daily for delegates. Wednesday excursion to Old Point at 3 o'clock hosted by Epworth church ladies.
A 16 year old white boy, John Fe Kinch, lies wounded at St. Vincent's Hospital after being shot in the abdomen by his employer Ar CG M Veale at the Town Crossing store. The incident, deemed unintentional, occurred when Kinch returned to the store and Veale fired at a noise he believed was a robbery. Kinch, who slept at the store on High Street, is in critical condition after surgery to remove a kidney and repair the wound. No arrests have been made.
Fort Monroe tightens access with passes required from Colonel Wravith for entry to main works and ramparts. Disappearing battery guns installed, newer mortars under guard, signs posted and sentries on duty to enforce the order as the fort prepares for active service.
An unsigned letter to the Norfolk Virginian requests public acknowledgment of contributions to a fund for a Confederate memorial in the city. Listed donors include Leache-Wood School, Phillips & West School, Charlotte Street Public School, Bank Street Primary School, and Norfolk College, with amounts shown. Walter P. Taylor, Chairman, signs the appeal.
Captain Keto of the German ship Mischolr has undergone a surgical operation of skin crafting at St. Vincent's Hospital. He was badly burned in a prior fire at Newport News.
Rev M B Wharton D D spoke at Freemason Street Baptist on the theme The Wonderful Pillar of Salt urging support for a Confederate monument. Music featured Miss Neely Crowell and a hymn by the preacher. Upcoming topics include John the Baptist and the Wonderful Daniel and practical religion urged by Rev W J Young D D at Epworth Church. Children’s Day events noted at Epworth Centenary and Park Avenue churches with baptisms and a resumed revival at Freemason Street Church of Christ’s Disciples.
Forecast and general conditions show fair weather in Washington D C with coastal morning showers in Virginia and North Carolina. Cooler temperatures expected in eastern portions with northerly winds.
Dr Weck, noted eye expert, remains permanently located to serve patients. Free examinations advertised. Address listed as 152 Main Street under F H Gale business roster.
The notice lists sunrise at 4 49 a m and sunset at 7 14 p m with high tides at 4 23 a m and 6 09 p m and low tides at 10 12 a m and 11 45 p m.
Chautauqua by the Sea plans daily entertainments with sessions open Monday at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. at the Armory featuring eminent American speakers. An address will be given by a noted speaker to kick off the event.
The Chautauqua by the Sea opens on a June Monday with a keynote address by William Jennings Bryan at the Armory Tall. After opening events, lectures move to the Academy of Music with daily programs. Season tickets cost five dollars for one and eight dollars for two, about eight cents per lecture. Tickets available via Beverly W. Frank or Mrs James S Groves, 49 Toanoke dock. A list of lectures was published in The Virginian.
U S Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau Norfolk reports past 24 hours with maximum and minimum temperatures, departure from normal, rainfall totals, and mean humidity. Observer J. Gray records indicate slight departures from normal and rainfall accumulations for the period.
Hon William J Bryan will headline a series at the Academy of Music after the Mth with daily programs. Tickets go on sale Tuesday May 21. Season passes cover all events at 5.00 for one, 8.00 for two, with first week tickets at 2.00. Rates average about 8 cents per lecture. Min W Frank Beverly will assist, tickets available from Jus S Groves or at 39 and 41 Roanoke Dock. Seat requests should be made early to ensure hearing Mr Bryan.
In Washington on May 24 Senator Pritchard of North Carolina and PL Melkissick of Asheville met President McKinley. Melkissick invited the President to stop in Asheville on his way to the Nashville Exposition and be a guest of Battery Park hotel. The President said acceptance would depend on his schedule and suggested that if arrangements allowed a brief stay in Asheville might be possible.
The Old Dominion steamship line reports changes in its command staff. Captain Stulphers moves from Jamestown to Chester to oversee completion of the Princess Anne, due for service by August 1. Captain Boaz transfers from Roanoke to Jamestown, Captain Hiller shifts from City of Columbia to Roanoke, and First Officer Tapley moves from Jamestown to City of Columbia as captain.
The Philobiblian and Italian Literary Societies of Newport News Military Scutlery announce their annual celebration at City Hall on May 26 and 27. The program includes a sermon, medal contest, competitive drill, an annual address, and other features.
Irish lawns priced at ten cents and dimities at eight cents appear as decided bargains. Organdies are described as dainty and good value. A reminder that light weight fabrics are desirable accompanies the sales pitch. Joseph Brown, 210 Church Street, Norfolk.
The funeral of Mr William II Wales Se took place at 4 oclock Sunday afternoon from his late residence 164 York Street and was largely attended. Reverends Barten and Gatewood officiated and the interment was in Elm Wood.
Voters decide on the single office of City Transfer with Democratic nominee Mr. H. Herman facing no opposition. Also on the ballot is the question of whether a constitutional convention shall be held.
An 19th century ad touts Electric Bitters as a cure for aged individuals needing medicine to mobilize bowels and kidneys. It is described as non intoxicating, mildly stomach friendly, and strengthening to organs, with price 50 cents and 1 dollar per bottle at Turow Atardinaka’s Drug Store. It promises relief for eye burning and headaches with Dr Week’s analysis.
An item notes Summer Corsets by the R G Corset Co offered at 50 cents per yard or piece. The fragment reflects a catalog or advertisement style spelling. The text is incomplete but identifies the product and price.
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