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Newspaper
Norfolk Virginian
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1895
Page
3
Norfolk defeats Lynchburg 5 to 3 as the Crows stir local pride with sharp fielding and strong hitting. Melartiun and Cotet led Norfolk, Willis struggled for Lynchburg, and the crowd praised the home club’s cohesive play and pitching mix.
Ex exhibition play drew attention as Reed and Hargrove starred for Norfolk and Portsmouth clubs. Lenah discussed experiences in Lynchburg, while rumors said Norfolk may withdraw from the league. Standings and transfers involving Gower, Flynn, and others forecast the next season.
Mrs. Judge Smith of Yorktown visits her brother O. Hitroke. The ceremony at Trinity M. E. Church unites Joseph Garret of Prince Anne County and Mary Bradley with Rev W A Denham performing. Reception at 217 Maltby Avenue. Tickets sold for Demorest Wedding contest at Trinity M E Church next Friday night.
In Berkley, Mr W P L Dilley returns home after weeks on business in Lattimore, and Mr L Ty Sexton along with others have been visiting North Carolina. Mr W O Shafer travels to New York and Moeton. A public school baseball game beat WM Bonview 1 to 9. Local ads promote Oxford shoes for men and boys, carpet shippers, and shoes from Gl. L. Steinmuller. The Northampton liner leaves Norfolk for Mathews and Gloucester, with fare around 6.00. The Seashore trips priced for comfort. Nicwonns Wannace advertise cov ert overcoats and the Youman Hat. DYSPEPSIA remedy Low Lons TonS advertised.
Suffolk Local notes large village scene with Capt A B Swift leaving for New Jersey for three weeks and a raft of society officers, committee lists, and upcoming events. Mentions Miss Susie Protoia, Miss Nettie Middick, Col L P Tarper, Miss Nora OConnor, Miss Juliett Denneh, Mrs Carne Winborne, and many local names. Describes preparations for the Pythian fair, committee appointments, and a women’s meeting to organize bazar activities with canvassing plans.
Edenton hosted Hertford Junior baseball on Wednesday afternoon. Edenton’s Hooper hurled well and kept Hertford’s offense in check though Hertford showed solid defense and timely hitting. Final score 2 to 1 with Edenton claiming the win as spectator and local officials noted the comeback.
The document details a joint resolution proposing an amendment to Article Ten of the Virginia Constitution. It calls for publication in newspapers statewide and for ratification by the General Assembly, noting approval date March 8, 1894, and outlining the process for adoption and publication across counties and cities. The text reflects historical procedural language regarding gubernatorial and legislative actions.
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