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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1897
Page
3
J C Merry, a well known Spencer resident, says he cured his severe piles after forty years with several boxes of Dewilys White Tiger Salve. He invites others to write for verification. The note lists several local names and institutions.
The Traver case, accusing Michael Traver of obtaining three thousand dollars in money and bonds from D. O. Foreman of Norfolk County, reached closing arguments in Copperithon Court. After jury deliberated an hour and a half, jurors reported a hung verdict. The case adjourned to today for further action.
Justice Tomlin presided over a crowded docket including many colored defendants. Sentences ranged from jail terms for theft and assault to short confinements for drunken or improper conduct. A separate docket noted a maltreatment charge dismissed and forthcoming term dates for district and jury lists.
The column reports Hon James N. Stubbs addressing voters tonight in Kirn Iivil Ward and notes civic matters. It covers marriage news, residence changes, school and street improvements, and city board actions including drainage, paving, and others affecting Lovet and Maple avenues, with references to the Norfolk & Western Railway impacts.
An ornate opening event at Montefiore Avenue features elegant decor, music, and dancing under lights. Naval Pet 1 1 teteen piece by Prof. Jesse Price anchors the program as guests enjoy a late supper and a formal, well attended reception.
Reported wrecks and drownings amid a severe northeaster as multiple ships including the four masted schooner Melon Vv. Waveldbogs and the river tug Towes face disaster. Crew losses, rescued survivors, and ongoing salvage efforts are detailed with several vessels reported ashore or adrift along the coast.
A chaotic fragment lists a socom engineer Mr Thomnag Tanke from Willen Colle returning from New Ke Chpinin J A Tenshi erecting a fine dwelling on Calley avenue near Akeni Dy white. It notes a Cheerful Workers gathering at Central Avenue Baprds and a bridal tour departure. Also mentions a sermon at Atlantic Baptist Church and a student from Cornell University, with scattered biographical details and names.
Anoxcellent and invaluable remnant and cure for cough cold and hoarseness is Dr Bull's Cough Syrup, vouched by James Maddigan of Went Street New York City. He states it is an excellent remedy and recommends it for household use. The syrup sells nationwide for 25 cents.
An 1897 Norfolk advertisement from Piney Dove Lawn lists a case of chronic ear discharge attributed to matarial fever. It mentions Dr. fiery, a specialist, and promises a permanent cure through American Protective Institute Company at 600 TLE seventh street, with testimonials from several patients.
Fragmentary OCR reads a doctor advertisement for I H Percy M D with office at Malo street and related medical terms unclear. The legible bits identify a medical professional and a street address but omit services, dates, or instructions.
The Rev Arthus S Lind returns from Milwaukee as staff at the parish Arthus Lind and Clarence Robinson travel to Jacksonville to assume telegraph duties for Mant tine. The retreat board thanks Wing's Tailers and First Presbyterian church for a ten dollar Rodoneton grant to Evelyn Santos.
A brief notice offers free consultation and examination services, promising no charge for initial assessment. It mentions Spade LS Rispo patents and hints at a focus on eye health and vision. Readers are urged to inquire for more details and next steps.
The text outlines a fragmented note praising Serna as a fit candidate tied to a health product. It mentions Hood’s pills and a belief in improving health, with several garbled phrases suggesting a political or voting context and a health claim, though specifics remain unclear.
The item reports mixed weather in Texas with a high of about 24 degrees and mentions market futures in Liverpool and New Orleans receipts. It notes steady activity in New York with bond or commodity updates, alongside references to various names and entities and a venture advertisement for nervous trouble relief.
The piece reviews how immigrant workers in Hazleton and other areas are drawn by American wages and housing but face low pay and hardship. It notes Polish and Hungarian workers seeking better conditions, quality homes, and fair pay, while highlighting tensions as wages rise and the promise of the United States clashes with existing poverty and labor demands.
The piece asserts government strength depends on fair labor conditions and wages, warning of political strain if the people endure pauper wages. It also promotes a medical claim for One Minute Cough Cure by J. M. Pf. Trotter, K. J. Walker, and Truitt & Smith.
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