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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1897

Page

2

Ferry Collision in Dense Fog Near Alexandria

A Newport News steamer collided with the ferry Columbia on the Potomac in heavy fog near Alexandria, injuring several people and tearing the ferry’s port side. The Newport News escaped unscathed. the Columbia suffered major damage and was towed to shore for repairs.

Washington Post Newport News Columibia Norfolk Washington Ling Columbia Potomac River Alexandria Alexandera Ht. T. Folkes Steiner Binginesr Webster Molkes Akrhige Wash- Inston Brewing Company Fishtown Wenandria Polkes Simmared Polices Polkecs Hoe Tad Remdeer Muccineer Webster Thehoto Eed Imes Seoul Alexanria Ised Scott Stoom Folkes Homt Colmbini Nelle Taven Ag Pride Baltimore Willam Polkes Newport Vic

Excursion Train to Niagara Falls and Nearby Points

A season ending excursion via the Baltimore and Ohio railroad to Niagara Falls Buffalo Rochester and Watkins Glen will depart Norfolk on Wednesday September 9. Fares are quoted as 150 dollars via Washington and Arthur G. Lewis Southern Tyas serves as agent at the Atlantic Hotel Norfolk VA for the trip arrangements.

Altimore Ohio Railroad Niagara Rahs Buffalo Ohester Cloneya Watkins Glen Norfolk Thekots Klop Mit Devin Tate Hal Washington Arthur G. Lewis Southern Tyas Wader Atlantic Hotel

Mae relief photographs now offered at reduced prices

Special Notice proclaims success in lowering costs for Mae relief photographs and invites the public to call and view them. Claims to offer the most wonderful photograph ever patented. Contact Tr. C. Campbell at Ballentine Building 840 244 Main St.

Mae Tr. C. Campbell Ballentine Building Main St

Woman urged to use Lydia Pinkham remedy for womb inflammation

A nostalgic health ad pressures women in distress to accept Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for womb inflammation and related pain. It cites testimonials from Winter Hill Somerville and others, claiming cures and relief after years of suffering, with instructions to write for advice.

Lydia E. Pinkham Winter Somerville Mass Lydia

Christian Endeavor A History Of This Grand Society

The article traces the origins of the Christian Endeavor movement at Williston Church in Portland Maine under Rev. Fran chef Clarke in 1881, forming the first Young People's Society on February 2, 1881, and notes rapid growth to over three million members worldwide. It highlights its motto Por Christ and the Church, three cardinal principles pledge consecration and commit­tees, and details Virginia Union origins with Richmond’s Seventh Street church founding January 25, 1890, led by Rev Clarke and Rev Tall.

Williston Ehurch Portland Franchef. Clarke Handiry Christian Endeavor Society al Mia Jocal Church Jesus Chris Han Endeavor Prayer Meeting School of Prayer William Te. Kennedy Virginia Christian En- Weaver Union Toe Union Seventh Street Christian Church Richmond Wey Francis J. Clarke United Society of Christian Endeavor Jabez Tall State Union Clarke Old Dominion

Weather Report Fair Forecast for Virginia and North Carolina

To uny Washington September 7 197. For Virginia fair continued high temperatures and easterly winds. For North Carolina generally fair with northeasterly winds. Port calendar notes sun rise 6 41 am set 6 22 pm high water 6 50 am and 7 pm low water 12 57 am and 1 01 am.

Uny Washington Virginia North Carolina

Weather and Christian Endeavor notes in Virginia

Meteorological data from Norfolk reports 24 hour maximum 88 and humidity high with slight departure from normal. The Virginia Christian Endeavor Union announces its seventh annual convention at Norfolk from September 7 to October 2 with speakers from Boston Washington and Alexandria plus local leaders. Delegates will hear papers, participate in open parliaments and enjoy junior programs and rail concessions. Free home hospitality is arranged and the event aims for a deeply spiritual and profitable gathering.

U.S. Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau Norfolk Jan- Main Seeeereree J.J. Gray Corerene Christian Endeavor Presbyterians Baptists Methodtal Protestants Disciplen Methodiat Episcopal South Lutheran United Brethren Union A German Reformed Congregational Episcopalians Virginia Christian Indeavor Union Francis E. Clarke D. D Boston United Society Ofhilatian Endeavor W. HH. Fr. Smith Washington, D. C Peter Ainstie Tink ‘More Benson Alexandria James Lewis Howe Washington and Lee University Norfolk Endeavorora Alltogechar Virginia

Norfolk Brambleton Public Schools Board Session Highlights

The Board of School Trustees met with Captain W A Taylor presiding. Resignations of Miss Decker and Miss Minnie Stone were accepted. Appointments and substitutions were discussed, with Miss L J Smith health concerns noted. The Superintendent reported crowding at opening, urging capacity expansion as facilities are inadequate. Wood and coal contracts awarded to G S Briggs & Co for old wards. Election of substitute teachers and nominations to Brambleton vacancies followed, with Keeling elected and Gannt Miller elected on ballots. Session adjourned after further bids and painting contracts were authorized.

Miss Decker Minnie Stone L. J. Smith Misses 5 Phaup W H. Hudgins Elizabeth Howard Katherine Britt Lucy Carr Lyle M. Godwin Brambleton Norfolk Minter Atr Winston Dobie Il White G. S. Briggs & Co Pamplin Mannie Keeling Frances Gannt Miss Miller Miss Keeling Gannt Miller Elizabeth I. Monard Old Ward Wis Daniel Knowles

Death Notice of Bunmer A Sherwood at 5 Years Old

At the residence of his grandfather Mr Smith A Sherwood 1014 Court Street Mortamouth Va on December 7 1897 Bunner A only son of Luc A and Daisy V Sherwood aged 5 years 1 month 17 days. Services from the residence Wednesday afternoon at 4 o clock. Friends invited to attend.

Suerwood Smith A. Sherwood Court Street Mortamouth Jember Bumner A Luc A Daisy V. Sherworl

Mayors and Aldermen Gather for National Meeting in Columbia

A national meeting of mayors and aldermen is planned in Columbia Ohio on September 0th. Mayo and Norfolk aldermen are expected, though no invitation has been sent. The Mayor seeks power to appoint and remove officers without joining the Official Board amid debate over municipal reform.

Columbia Ohio Mayo Norfolk Athough Select Council

Dewitt's Little Early Risers Promote Quick Relief

An old advertisement touts Dewitt's Little Early Risers for dyspepsia constipation and headaches claiming rapid regulation. It mentions brands and names such as Rudolph Wallace and others in promotional copy.

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