Norfolk Cotton Trade Report Shows Decline in Receipts
Secretary Norman Bell presents the twenty first annual Norfolk port cotton movement for twelve months ending August. The report notes a total crop around 10 million bushels, with Norfolk receipts lagging about 6 percent behind last year due to railway issues and port competition. Deep water Virginia ports show growing commerce while exports to Britain and the Continent rise. average middling price in Norfolk is 6.10 cents per pound.
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Newport News
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Washington News Notes Court Martial for Sumner
Vast dispatches report the court of inquiry found Captain George W. Sumner responsible for damage to the cruiser Columbia after improper docking at Southampton. A court martial is ordered at the Brooklyn Navy Yard for September 1 with a panel including several senior captains and Commodores. The verdict, Secretary Meade’s new directive, and proceedings are outlined amid other items on sugar duties and a multinational walking wager.
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Herbert
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Court of Inquiry
Various Petersburg items and notices across Norfolk dispatches
A Virginia special dispatch from Petersburg summarizes diverse local items. Topics include medical jurisprudence congress in New York with notable speakers, a contract inspection at the Custom-house, Crewe Masonic Hall dedication, marriage licenses issued, a county delegates convention, a Cabin Point candidate event, a Smiths Circle Church meeting, a fire at Mrs Watts residence, a delayed probate matter, and local social notes including Miss Heflin as a society figure in Norfolk and Dinwiddie county events.
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Medical Legal Congress
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Holmes
United States
Washington
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Crewe
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Clarence Barnett Arrested In Connection With Ticket Fraud Scheme
Clarence Barnett, an agent of the Stamford Mineral Springs company, was arrested by Secret Service officials and brought before Commissioner Alexander. He faces charges of obtaining and using forged tickets for the Southern Waco Railroad, allegedly working with two brothers in New Orleans and San Antonio. The case details counterfeit tickets, distribution routes, and alleged shipments tied to Barnett and accomplices. A broad goods sale at 172 Main Street followed the arrest, listing fabrics and household items at deep discounts.
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Virginia League Roundup: Portsmouth and Lynchburg Split. Norfolk Beats Richmond
In Virginia League action Portsmouth split with Lynchburg, and Richmond endured a three-game losing streak while Norfolk swept Richmond. Norfolk’s two wins over Richmond highlighted a tight day of minor league play with key performances from Tannehill, Willis, and Gutteld.
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Petersburg
Portsmouth
Murder Verdict in Atlanta Mystery Gases and Conspiracy Rumors
In an Atlanta inquest evidence showed Buss the commission merchant was murdered. Basas claimed conspiracies among detectives, while two policemen testified the murder weapon appeared unused. A patrolman smelled no fired powder and noted clay in the pistol. The jury found Buss slain by unknown parties, amid a citywide rumor of internal police plots.
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