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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1897
Page
3
A historical sermon argues for Sabbath observance against industrial modernity. It questions why protections were needed in biblical times but remain essential today, contrasting past agrarian life with 19th century industry and present urban labor, stressing daily noise and work conditions.
The report details a Sabbath themed gathering with sermons, hymns, and civic calls for good citizenship. It lists Saturday events and morning prayers in Norfolk and Lexington, with sessions on Bible study, committee work, junior efforts, and social tasks.
In a doubleheader Pittsburgh beat Cleveland 11 to 10 in the first game. Second contest Pittsburgh won 7 to 3. Baltimore beat Washington 72 to 4, with Louisville, Cincinnati, St Louis and Chicago also noted in the standings and yesterday’s matchups listing several city pairings.
PHAM ELETON notes several residents returning from summer abroad including Mr. W. B. Southall and wife from Montgomery Springs, Mr. W. Wilson and Mr. K. M. Jones with families. Rumor of weddings near Trametes. Also mentions Geir Welleton, banking clerk, and photographer Mr. Wazard returning to Washington for health. D. Drabble plans a two story store residence at Clay and Brambleton avenues. J. Etheridge moves his family to Park Place. Lois Lattin to open a grocery on 208 Fast Brambleton Avenue next Monday.
The piece praises Horajig as a good citizen and business man. An evening entertainment titled Little Crusaders Conquer Moron is planned for Monday at Trinity Church with strong attendance expectations. Notices mention Mrs Virginia J Walker's burial plans, Park Avenue Baptist hosting meals during a Baptist Young People's Union convention, and garbage pickup changes for Brambleton and Mimobleton areas. The Nava reserves plan a meeting at Mirambleton hall next Monday to organize.
Forecasters warn frequent gales from the New England region to the British Isles with tropical cyclones very probable. Weather patterns remain generally active north of 40 north and east of 60 west while diminishing activity on the Grand Banks between 66 and 60 west. Trade winds weaken near Belleiste while Watbergs area is noted. evidence suggests wine trade taint near New York with dated correspondence from Alfred Speer.
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