The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1854-05-29

NORFOLK, May "a, 1904.
A Puff for Norfok-Internal Observation-Disclosures
Conpenioss-7he Knoo- Nothings, &C., DO.
Those who arc not aware of the rapidity
Of the growth Of this city, will b surprised
to learn that she is rising like the Phoenix from her
ashes, and long will be looked upon with pride
and admiration 1t is source of much satisfaction
to me to see the old city that has been lying dor
mant, now shooting forth its energy, to nip in the
bud the lethargy that has held her tight, and
has almost in consequence of the slothful disposi-
tion of her people, nearly destroyed her ambition
and devastated her influence. But that worst of all
obstacles to greatness, nonenterprise has at last
been thwarted, and Norfolk, with its unparalleled
advantages, will accomplish wonders to be inscribed
on the pages Of history beautiful and brilliant
example.
She, in few years, win unqucstionably be the
emporium Of the South; and then whatgreat results
will accrue to those who have been instrumental in
placing this city on basis replete with honor and
dignity, contaminated by the timely stretching forth
of the hand Of energy and perseverance, The stu
alton Of this city certainly renders it an object of
envy; its proximity to the ocean, the rapdy of &C
cess to every part of the world evidence of its
imposing and beautiful position. The fruitful re-
an eminencc not to be dsregarded by cities of larger
proportions, and in view Of her greatness in per-
spective, require all the energy she Is capable of
putting forth to be pushed to point that will secure
to her lasting and permanent fame. This city has
daily communication with all the principal cities
Of the North, and the benefits derived from such a
communication are obvious to every who will take
the trouble to look out and spy the extensive traffic
between them. May it continue to improve, to bind
together by strong link the cities that had occa
stoned such vast and profitable results to each other
New York is in reality the metropolis of the North
and Norfolk, in perspective, the metropolis of the
South.
In my perambulations, notice many beautiful
and extensive improvements, which give indubita-
bic evidence OF its progressive march. Manufact1-
ries Of various kinds have lately sprung up, which
doubt will prove excessively lucrative to our en-.
terprising capitalists. The Norfolk and Petersburg
Railroad is being pushed on with vigor, and when
completed, will put US in possession Of advantages
which few cities can boast Of The spirit evinced in
this lofty work is characteristic Of generous and
contiding public.
This road will bring US in direct communication
with the cities OF the Far West: and tis city being
the natural terminus Of all roads with which it is
connected, results Of a grand and healthy nature
will inevitably accrue. Norfolk heretofore through
the agency OF sectional hostility, has had great
deal to contend with and it is much to be lamented
that this prejudice exists to some extent now: but
the formidable position she now occupies bids
defiance TO their futile, opposition, which is no
more than drop in the bucket. So all sis.
ter cities of this good old commonwealth bad
letter give up the erroneous effort TO crush
Norfolk, and place themselves in aline to view The
a
from their letters to place themselves on an emf.
nence rcdoent with fame and beautiful to behold.
An internal Improvement convention is to be held |
here next fall. large meeting of the citizens con
ventd last night to make preparations for the occ
sion. This convention was suggested by some in. |
uential gentlemen OF the interior OF this State-a
wise suggestion Those gentlemen having cleared |
the film from their eyes, see the necessity Of |
doing something in the premises.
committee OF twenty-five Is to be appointed by |
the Mayor Of this city to attend convention to be
held IN your city shortly, in regard to the New York
and Norfolk air line railroad.
lhis road viii be an advantage to your city, az IL /
VIII divert the trade 10 Baltimore and Philadelphia
10 your CITY direct making Il an easy and rapid
transportation Tor height and passengers. This en-.
terpfse meets with general approval here as 1t is
st another evidence Of the importance of the posi-
ton Of Old Norfolk.
The know.nothngs, IL seems, are rapidly in
utasing here. The contagion seems 10 be almost
universal, end 1t is whispered about that the present
lnoumbcnts 10 Office who are Roman Catholics are
Foreigners and are to be Stayed, and literal de.
suuction 81 Roman Catholic pretentions TO Office Is
% he exercised. This order meets regularly on
tuesday, Ihursday and Saturday eveninns and an
accumulation OF this wonderful and homogeneous
mass viii no doubt annihilate all asprants 10 Office
WHO are not connected With It, An exciting scene
viii be enacted al the next municipal election.
which takes place on the Gath Of MAY, In conse.
luence OF this unprecedented organization, which
VII astonish the alien and Roman Catholic portion
y our community. From authentic sources under
tand they number nearly a thousand; and the fire.
l"ent meetings Of the order warrant the belief