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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1897
Page
2
C. H. Ferrell Co announces reduced prices on their new range of photographs. The firm claims the photographs are the most wonderful ever patented and invites customers to view them at the Campbell Building location, 240 244 Main St.
The annual session of the Virginia Branch of the King's Daughters convened with Mrs. Webwater-Mere presiding. Delegates from counties including Charles City, Portsmouth, Norfolk, and Sussex attended, with Miss Neely and Mrs. Davis among noted speakers. The three day session heard committee reports, adopted a new state constitution, and featured devotional exercises, with entertainment planned by Trinity Circle.
The article previews Mr Whiteside presenting a dramatization of Shoey Weyman's The Matady Blick with stars including Miss Lilia Wolston and Frederick Mauldin. It highlights a feature adding a famed old magician character and a “complete wind” of versatile performances while stressing Whiteside will rely on talent and showmanship.
Mr Edn Harmmplrdes of Cuyp ri county North Carolina died after a heart attack near Treitent at Re Virsas Meepiad for Fone Works quart. He was about 70 years old and married with four children. Burial arrangements to be announced.
An old newspaper fragment touts King’s New Discovery for coughs asthma and consumption. It claims a unique cure and urges trial, naming Burrow, Marty & Co. and Rudolph Hut & Wallace as distributors with fashionably styled designs on offer.
Forecast for Washington and Virginia shows fair conditions with rain and showers in eastern Virginia. Northeasterly to northerly winds prevail, with a detailed calendar of sun times and high and low water figures. Meteorological data from the U.S. Weather Bureau notes recent conditions and forecasts.
The notice reports the marriage of Murry and Lilian Nuntiou at Epworth, with Rev Koerner officiating. Guests included Messrs Murray Preteen, Walker, Truitt, Greenwood, Heo, and others, and remarks on attire, gifts, and bridal preparations along Malin Street. The page notes nearby shops offering new dress goods, cameras, and special prices.
The piece reports vast financial and social damage across Alabama Mississippi and Georgia due to yellow fever panic and travel restrictions. It notes rail and freight disruptions refugees movement and factory closures along with unemployment and hardship for laborers. It cites statements by Louis Victor of Western Railroad of Alabama and discusses quarantines and state actions.
Flood gates at Mahione s Canal referenced with local appeals to publish variations in the Virginian. Police Commissioners met with Mayor Mayo. cases against Officers Sweeny and Oliver were dismissed. other local notices include a medical ad and the return of Dr Week for consultations.
Sweet girls often become worn and listless and need guidance to develop physically and morally. Any woman with health concerns may write Mrs Pinkham in Lena Massachusetts, detailing symptoms and surroundings for expert advice from a trusted source. Keep nothing back and be frank to ensure helpful guidance.
Philadelphia hosts today's American Public Health Convention with Dr. Albert L. Uilhon noting privilege issues. A board resolution urged Congress to establish a Department of Public Health in Washington. Debate over Marine Hospital Service influence and telegraph and telephone safety is cited amid opposition concerns.
The Frankfort Gazette reports in vague terms a Madrid dispatch quoting Spain's minister on funds delays. President appoints new U S and colonial officials while Nansen returns to discuss exploration. Four chalet secretaries and generals attend a briefing as healing salves are promoted. Bodies of two victims from Simding are found. one identified as John A. Tonp Kos, age twenty.
An old advertisement promotes laxative tablets and quinine remedies sold by J. M. B. Trotter on Malm Street. It touts quick relief and refunds while urging customers to buy the pill and tablet set today.
The Pick eti Luchanan Camp Confedentte Ver rans held its regular monthly meeting in Washington aylo. The group approved a resolution endorsing the Virginia state flag emblem on public school buildings, asserting state sovereignty and autonomy within the Union. The session included readings, committee reports, fundraising notes, and plans for a lecture tour.
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