First Railroad Memories in Norfolk and Western Era
The article recalls Norfolk and Western railway milestones and the 1850s era as well as the drama of early rail travel through Norfolk. It reflects on rail expansion, depot sites, hotel stays, and the social impact as Norfolk grows with the electric railway and the Southern Railway terminus nearby. It notes Norfolk's population shift and the new investment appeal along harbor front. The piece also promotes Port Norfolk as a desirable home and investment area with modern amenities and electric streetcar service.
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Phihia Road
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Chem
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Proewid Bros
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AVON
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Policia
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Port Norfolk
Nurfilk Harbor
Southern Railway
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Columbia Building
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Local Brevities From the City Streets
Fragmentary local notices record funeral services, arrests, and various small incidents across city streets and institutions. References name Granby Street, St Vincents, and Portanouth area as centers of activity with scattered dates and vague details.
Police Court Proceedings Melt Into Murky Testimony
A chaotic police court session unfolds with numerous names and accusations. The transcript references defendants like Nicholas Magin and others, with claims of assaults and various charges. Witnesses and lawyers debate evidence as officials attempt to adjudicate.
Special Watch Sale by Greenwood and Bro
Greenwood and Bro offer a set of gold watches at unusually low prices. Watches are warranted genuine American movements with solid gold cases and repairs provided by boat skill with satisfaction guaranteed.
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Messrs
Greenwood & Bro
Greanwood
SUPT. YOUNG RESIGNS IN NORFOLK POLICE ELECTION FOCUS
fragmented text reports Superintendent Young resigning while backing police selection by voters. mentions Norfolk Democratic party, council meeting, and calls for action by officials. appears to note a potential restitution discussion and implications for police leadership.
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Mr. WA
Democratic Party
Norfolk
Youur Veal
W. OB. Todwin
Vee Abe
Brambleton Community Notices Quietly Record Local Events
A jumble of names and places outlines a sequence of community activities and personal notices from Brambleton and nearby areas. It lists retirements, school events, meetings, and social ties among residents such as families, siblings, and friends across multiple weeks, with scattered references to schools, churches, and local organizations.
Suffolk Confederate Veterans Meeting Notes and Service Anecdotes
In Suffolk a Confederate Veterans gathering noted enthusiastic attendance and remarks about the Sutrotls Baby and Agricultural Section at a local meeting. Names such as Virginia Weed and others appear among speakers and attendees, with references to a church service and sermon leaders, reflecting a period in which veteran groups convened with wartime reminiscences and community tributes.
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Tom Sith
Confederite Veteruig
Alonny
Virginia Weed
Tursedter
Aes
W. Emiley
Aed
Donat
Mike Pooedved
MCLN
Dian
Boel
Willis Wetter
Maava
Spode
Mr Wheine
Cote
Jonewa
WDM Tyref
Vrenties Press
Tire
Avtieridsant
Camp Weil
Gene
Dinesh
Bowney
Hawise
Feirt Phi
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Wadley
Vais
Arleal
Wiliin
Darerriee
Weber
Dots
Odin
Phedey
Willy
Fredpeney
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Acomte Hotel
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Kent
Herat
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Horace 8
Pead
Jame M. Jordan
Wane
P. MM. Peed & Son
Waler Street
Konnolke Avenue
Nichols & Wannaer
Main Street
Norfolk and Petersburg Railroad
Mahone
Norfolk and Western
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Aternoon
Granby Street
Femon Meariner
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Portanouth
St Vincents Powpitad
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Wil Tibbs
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Cole
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Wiliany Willson
the Police Court
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Lyon
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York Grocer
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Sandhampton County
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Miss Nottie Oxborne
Huntersville
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Honely Street
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Lange
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Ma. Craygell
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J. J. Miller
Cora Fulford
Lene Portheimer
Lilla Wilins
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Church Street
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