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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1897
Page
2
Fragmentary ad notes Lampbellis Photographs inviting a visit to the studio at 310 344 Main Street to view and price work. The text mentions eye or head discomfort and relief relates to proper tasting cases, with references to Weil or Weck wanes.
The seventh annual Virginia Conference Woman's Parsonage and Home Mission Society met at Epworth M. E. Church with President Mrs. W. J. Young presiding. Officers reported strong attendance, substantial auxiliaries, and a push to fund parsonages and home mission work across districts including Richmond, Lynchburg, Norfolk, and Portsmouth. The meeting approved record-keeping improvements and a date change to May for future sessions.
Attention is called to the advertisement of this summer resort in Frederick county Maryland. It is beautifully located with fine bass fishing. It lies about one and a half hours from Washington and less than two and a half hours from Baltimore.
A testimonial style note lists several names and locations claiming relief from piles and skin diseases after using De Witt Witch Hazel Salve. It markets the salve as a universal remedy with multiple endorsers across Norfolk and nearby towns.
Y M C A boating season to start about June 1. A P Hill Rifles assigned to Fourth Virginia as Company K. M F Matthews tours Norfolk and Western railway for Jones Coal and Coke Co. Mrs Perry and Misses Williamson and Davis sail to Baltimore and Washington. Burned steamships Clintonia and Solveig seen on Swimming Point flats. Winchester Firemen’s Association meet next month where Chief Ryan will discuss Chemical Engines. George C Moser publishes illustrated booklet of his architectural works. Ye, a Corean student at Roanoke College, visiting Worfolk with Bishop Randolph. First American Guards to meet Thursday for uniforms. Rev L L Wright preaches to Grace Episcopal Juniors Sunday.
The City Gas Company issued invitations to free cooking lectures by Miss Anna Barrows of Boston at Y.M.C.A. Hal Main Street from June 1 to 4 at 10:39 each morning.
Old people needing medicine for bowels and kidneys are urged to try Electric Bitters. The tonic alterative acts mildly on the stomach and bowels, adds strength and tone to organs, aiding nature. Price fifty cents and one dollar per bottle at Burrow, Martin & Co.'s Drug Store.
Starting Monday May 224th the steamer Linray departs Bay Line wharf daily except Sunday at 10 20 am and returns from Old Point at 11 8 am A new wis line timetable lists departures from Norfolk Bay Line wharf at 7 00 am 10 30 am 2 30 pm and 4 00 pm with arrivals at Old Point 2 00 pm 11 30 am 2 00 pm 4 60 pm and 6 35 pm Details include Wright s 370 Malin street and Dr Week eye glasses with guaranteed prescriptions.
Forecast for Washington DC May 25 1897 calls for fair conditions in Virginia with possible coastal showers and warmer weather in western sections. North Carolina is expected to be fair with possible coastal showers, warmer in the west and north winds.
Port calendar lists sunrise at 4 19 a m and sunset at 7 15 a m high water at 5 40 a m and 5 58 p m and low water at 11 30 a m and 12 00 p m
U S Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau Norfolk Virginia notes include 24 hour temperature ranges with a high and low, departure from normal and since January 1, rainfall totals since May 1, and mean humidity as recorded by observer J J Gita.
Charley Johnson, a longtime criminal with a harsh record, was arrested last night by Sergeant Happel and Officers Chiltrey and West. Earlier incidents include a past assault on Officer Simpson and an attempted arrest of Johnson by Officer West. Johnson’s wife had previously obtained a warrant for his arrest. Officer Cavenaueh, who sought the warrant, was roughhoused by Johnson. The trio of officers went to Johnson’s No 8 North Street home and arrested him after a struggle.
The Sikado was presented at the Soldiers' Home Theater last night before a large enthusiastic crowd including a Norfolk party on the Old Dominion's steamer Accomack. The performance surpassed prior showings with smoother acting and stronger casting, Borjes' orchestra led by Professor Barres, and praise from critics. An excursion from Norfolk to Lawrenceville is planned for Friday the 25th by Lawrenceville Council and United American Mechanics. De Witts Witch Hazel Salve is praised for skin troubles.
The Young Ladies Society of Freemason Street Baptist Church hosted a successful charity event to raise funds for hymn books. A Brimly Millinery Contest featured seventeen contestants trimming hats as needles flew. Mr. Robinson won the prize amid a lively program of gramophone and recitation performances. The later Frances Barnes Ys reception at 501 Charlotte Street offered music by Ruby Quartette and readings, concluded with refreshments.
Special notice cites Virginia law sections 3.40 and 3827 from 1887. On election day the sale of wine and ardent spirits is forbidden from sunset the day before to sunrise after, with penalties up to a thousand dollars fine and one year in jail. W. H. Mayo, mayor, urges strict observance.
The event features morning and evening programs by renowned American speakers. Sessions begin Monday June at the Armory with an address by the noted speaker.
Miss Stephanie du Couns Schismo presents a lecture on Marquis de La Fayette at Moketl-Buchhanan hall Thursday morning at 8 o'clock. Admission details not clearly readable. Tickets are advertised at Me Vickery & Con Alfriende & Minras's Turrow and Mearts' Tig Store and John Vermiliion's chin y 2 eat.
A scheduled enclosure event for Virginia Beach was postponed, with officials noting new arrangements pending. The postponement affects plans and timelines previously set for the event.
Mon William Jennings Bryan appears in a lecture series at the Army of Music Hall with daily programs. Tickets go on sale May 1 for season access priced at 5.00 for one, 8.00 for two, and 4.50 for first week tickets. Beverly Ivank, Portsmouth YMCA secretary, will contact purchasers or tickets may be obtained from James Groves Roanoke Dock.
Fashion notes highlight lightweight fabrics and versatile pieces for warm months. Suggestions include casual dresses, breathable shirts, and sun protection items ideal for coastal trips and mountain getaways.
A Norfolk business owner apologizes for not serving all customers yesterday and invites people to return today. The note signed by Joseph Brown at 210 Church Street emphasizes the aim to serve very well.
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