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The herald., 1895-03-11
A Pastor Resigns

New York, March 10.-Rev Thomas
Dixon offered his resignation as pastor of
the Twenty-third Street Baptist Church
at the morning service today. He gives
as his reason that the work he especially
desires to follow is to reach the non
church-goi people. He says he remains
in fundamental creed Baptist, but he
purposes to place his work on union
evangelical platform with vital faith in
Jesus Christ.
The herald., 1895-03-11
Snow in Nebraska

Omaha, Neb., March l0.-Snow COM
menced falling at an early hour this morn
ing and continued throughout the greater
part OF the day 1t was very heavy and
damp, and in addition to what now re-
mains on the ground much of it melted.
1t will be especially beneficial to the win
ter wheat. There was no damage to stock,
as the temperature was high.
The herald., 1895-03-11
The Ohio Racing Circuit

Canton, o., March 10.-Dates for a new
totting circuit organized in Canton,
have been announced as follows:
Rockport, June 49, 10, 20; Canton, June
%. rs, q; Youngstown, July 2, 8, 4; New
Philadelphia. and Canal Dover we're re-
jected through a conflict of dates and two
cities are wanted in their stead. Akron
and Warren will probably come in.
president, and "A. M. Mccarthy Of Can.
ton secretary.
The herald., 1895-03-11
Ex-president Harrison Pecoveriny

Indianapolis, March 10.-Ex- President
Harrison, after Il week of illness that
threatened at one time to take a danger
Gus turn, is rapidly recovering and will
De ahle to be out i'll few days. This
evening MIR. Harrison's physician ex-
pressed the belief that his patient would
be up in few days. The danger point
has been passed
The herald., 1895-03-11
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REORGANIZATION of the Police

Albany, N. Y, March 1o.-Speaker
Hamilton Fish tonight affirmed very posi-
lively to the Associated Press that there
will be reorganization of the police COM
mission for the city of New York. He
said: 1.-THE reorganization of the depart
ment will be done by the police commits
sion itself and not by special reorganiza-
The herald., 1895-03-11
The Trouble in Colombia

Washington, March 10.-The following
cable dated March 10 at Colon, was re-
ceived by Secretary Herbert today:
A slight engagement has taken place,
resulting in the defeat of the revolution
airy forces. The Atlanta has landed d
force to protect American interests in the
neighborhood Of Bocas del Toro, Co.
L.
The herald., 1895-03-11

Bishop Williams OF Connecticut, the old.
est member of the American House OF
Bishop of the Protestant Episcopal
Church, is known in this country and
England as one of the wttiest men OF the
century. He is great raconteur, and his
supply OF good stories is inexhaustible;;
He has Yankee humor that, combined
with great scholarship, makes his CONVEX
sation peculiarly fascinating.
The herald., 1895-03-11
No More Races at Madison Park

st. Louis, March 10.-The announce
ment made by the Madison Park Associa-
ton that the meeting ended with the last
race yesterday caused considerable sur
prise among the local turtles. The asso.
citation proposes to make the track mile
in circumference. When this is accom-
plished they will apply for membership in
the Turf Congress and give a legitimate
The herald., 1895-03-11
Services in Deadfails

Wellington, Kan, March 1O.-A delega-
ton of W. G. f.. l. women, accompanied
by a number OF young men, visited all
the ''joints' in the city last night and
were treated politely and no unusual dis
turbanceS occurred
The herald., 1895-03-11

When Baby wa r, we rare her Castoria.
When she was Child she cried FOR Cnstoria.
When she became MISS she clung 10 Castoria.
When she had chlldrea, shf ,yo lem Castoria
The herald., 1895-03-11
A New Yacht Launched

Copenhagen, March 1O.-The new Rus
sian imperial yacht Standard, which is
building here, was launched today in the
presence OF the King and Queen of Den
mark and other members of the royal
family.
The herald., 1895-03-11
Roasted Alive

Pittsburg, March 10.-John Sweeney of
Allegheny was literally roasted alive at
home early this morning and his wife so
badly burned in her efforts to rescue him
that she may die. An exploded lamp
caused the fire
The herald., 1895-03-11

Secretary Oresham's Condition
Washington, March 10.-Secretary
Gresham's condition continues to improve
a,d it is nol ed that he will be out to-
mo row.
The herald., 1895-03-11
A Treasurer rlissinp

Gloucester, n. j., March 10-City Treas
urer George King has been missing since
last Tuesday and special meeting of the
Council has been called to inquire into
the reasons for hig i's7rroarance.
The herald., 1895-03-11
THE WEATHER
Comparative Statement of the Rainfall in
Several Places

Several Places
San Francisco, March 10.-Southern
California: Fair, nearly stationary tenn
perature; light to fresh generally westerly
winds. Following are seasonal rainfalls
as compared with those OF last season on
same date:
Eureka 32.4O last season 44.67; Red
Bluff "a 90, last season ~. ~: Sacramento
2l.54 last season 1905; Fresno 1919 last
season q. Ii; Los Angeles ll.49, last season
$40; San Diego 9.9S, last season 1872.
The herald., 1895-03-11
For Over Fifty Years

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup has been used
for children teething 1t soothes the child,
collie and is the best remedy for Diarrhna
Twenty-Five cents q bottle.
The herald., 1895-03-11

DR.. Prices Cream Baking Powder
Worlds Fair Highest Medal and Diploma.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
HOME TALENT ONLY.
Chance tor local Composers to lear
Their Productions

Miss Mary r. Thurston, OF Berkeley,
who is to assume the title role in "Fs-
neralda" at the Press Club entertain
nent on December 4th. gives evidence
at rehearsals of marked histronic abil-
ity. Her previous appearances in pub,
lie In Shakespearenn roles and in the
character of "Parthena" gained for
Miss Thurston the tiattering reputa-
ton of possessing the true dramatic In
stinct. Tor the character of "F.smrral-
Ia" she Is most happily fitted in ability
and personality and 1t may be safely
predicted that in this chRra ctcr her un-
doubted talent and versatility will re-
ceive flattering recognition
Mr.. II. III. Thayer the efficient stare
carpenter of the Academy of Music.
promises unusually handsome and mi.
que stage settings and effects ms n back
ground for tho concert programme and
particularly for the two acts of rs
:ncralda."
The Norfolk and Portsmouth press
Club have arranged with Prof. Price. OF
the Naval Post Band, who has kindly
consented to let the music, which Is INC
result Of home composition. be PLAYED
ny the band Mt the Clubs entertain
mont. 1t will be quite a compliment
TO the composers to have their music
played to Norfolk audience 10y such
an organization as tho Navel posi-
Band. Any local composer who desires
that his or her music be played nj the
CUBS entertainment will send cuI.ies Ia
MI j. a Daily, President OF the Press
Clup, ut the Tirginan office.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
DAY OF THANKSGIVING
How the Day viii Be Observed In This City
land The Surrounding Vicinity.
SERVICES At THE CITY CHURCHES.
The Hanks ma PnbiIc buildings TO
Close Entertainments ma Rcccp-
tions This Afternoon and Tonight
-The Football DANES in Norfolk
and Richmond.

BY proclamation of the President of
inc United States, to-day will be OBJ
served us q duy of Thanksgiving
throughout the land. In Norfolk the
a holiday. services will be held Mt many
OF the churches, and donations will be
received at many of the public lnstitu-
tons The public Offices ana navy-yard
will also be closed.
The Dostoffice Will open It's delivery
and stamp windows from to IL n. M.
only. There will be no business trans
acted at the money order or registry
windows during the day with the
exception of the p. m. trip all delive-
the carriers as usual.
AT the Episcopal and Catholic
Churches special services will be held
at the usual hours. and at the Y. NJ C..
a. u reception will be rendered all
young men I'm Norfolk who are away
from their homes. The reception will
be held from 5 10 Z o'clock this even
ing and an entertaining programme
has been arranged. Refreshments win
be served to all who attend
The Netholists will hold n union
THANKSGIVING service at Centenary
Shurch at IL a. M. with Il sermon by
Kew. George w. Carter .. D. AZ
the close OF the above service the Char
ity Committee of the Epworth League
connected with Centenary Church Will
hold q pound reception for benefit of
the poor. Donations may be sent from
3 Il. IN. to 8 u. III.
Union Thanksgiving services will be
held In FreemRson Street Baptist
Church. Sermon by Rev. w. S. Leake
There will be q joint Thanksgiving
service of the First and Second Pres
byterian Churches to-day at IL a. M.
held ut the Second Church. The Rev.
Dr.. j. X. Howerton, pastor of the
First Church. will preach the sermon
The Thanksgiving Offering will be for
the benefit Of the United Charities OF
| this city.
| Many people will go to Richmond on
| the several excursions TO witness the
football game between Virginia and
North CarolnG's Universities, while the
eoiorcd people Will lave an oppoi lu:iity
this afternoon at $3.50 O'Clock TO see
n game at League Park by men of Their
| own color.
This afternoon ut o'clock the pull
| pits of st. Mary's Academy, on Holt
mousse with appropriate exercises. Judge
ID. Tucker Brooke, Mr.. NJ. Glennan aud
others Will speak, and several Catholic
societies will attend in body
| This evening Norfolk Lodge No rs.
| 49, u. O. r., Will hold q ladies' social M
| their hall and Il large number Will pro-
| badly be present.
| AT the Academy of Music Tonight
| Little GoodY Two Shoes" Will be pro
ducca for the benefit of the United
Charities and Retreat for the sick
J The managers of the Boys Home, on
| Bank street, and the Girls Home, Mt
| Brewer and Charlotte streets, will re-
ceive donations.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
A neltghtrnI Concert.

The young ladies and little misses
or ST. Mary's Female Academy gave a
ueiightIul concert at Monteflore Hall
last night. The young ladies were as
sisted by the Fort Monroe Post Land,
through the courtesy OF Col Frank.
the communicate at the fort, and the
hall was packed With people. standing
room being exceedingly scarce. The
young ladies acquitted themselves
handsomely. being frequently applaud
ed The programme, Il very lengthy
one. was as follows:
oNcrtufe ........... ISgymOnC q
Fort Monroe Post Band.
Salntatory Observation-Disclosures. Ninitns
New Life-(ScnIor Chorus) Geibel
Sentiment and Sense ..
Junior lIlocntion Glass;
Tableau blowers. Vegetables and
Butteriiics.)
Baby Auction-(The Tots. Westendor:
~ Page of Roman History.
Senior Elocution Class
Solo--"Avc Mario" .. Nicc,oa
La Paloma -. Fort Monroe Post Band
Sword Drill -. Sixteen Young Misses
directed by Sergeant Robert Moore
Comic Solo. -. Sergeant Robert Moore
Waltz Sayonaia Northumberland.
......... Fort Monroe Post Band
Delsartcan Pantomime ...........
$500. Senior Class of Expression
Tablcau-
Castles from Jesus Lover of my Soul
The MUSES..
Rock of Ages.
% Cor Amoris Nictima" Lambillote
Duet tCanto ObligatH and Chorus
Debatc-"On n Subject which is ACT
tatinG not only the United states.
but every country of Europe as;
we'll"
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Glass. .Gunbert
Galop....... Fort Monroe Post Band
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
Col. Nnsi, To Retire

Col. {. y. Nash. OF the Fourth Vir-
ginia Regiment. will retire from active
military life, having asked to be AZ
lowed to do SO. Should the request be-
granted he will be succeeded in com
mand of the regiment By Lieutenant
Colonel Harry Hodges. who will in
turn DC succeeded by Major George W
Taylor. Several gentlemen have hcnn
suggested as Major TGylUr's successor.
among them Captain Tarrall, Of Nor
folk: Adiutant Tomln. of Norfolk.
Captain Wright,of Suffolk and Captain
Norfleet, of Suffolk, although il is said
That Captain Tnrrall prefers to retain
MS present position as captain OF the
Norfolk City Guard. Col Nash has
given great deal of his time TO the
militia of the State and It was largely
through his efforts that the Fourth
Regiment carried such large number
oil men 10 Atlan$a on its recent trip.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
THE CITY i'm BRIEF.
email Items Found Around Towu
t3+s.4Es Yesterday.

b
Mother Mary Paul, Of this city, left
lor baltimore last night.
Inc queen. street cars are again run
ning down Brewer street
u, w. Hall and w. C. Walker will
leave to-day for Richmond OH a pleas
ure trip.
The Board of Directors, of the Bust
ness Mems Association held u meeting
last night
The, office of the Clytic Line will be
closed ut p. M. to-day OH account
or Thanksgiving.
Miss Brown. of Richmond. who has
been assisting at he Carnival of Trade,
has returned home
Mr.. G.. G. Michaels. of the Atlanta
constitution. was in the city yestcr-
day. on his way TO Baltimore.
The panorama or the Pilgrims Pro-
gress was exhibited ut Grace Baptist
Church last night to large audience
Ruth Lodge, No. 50. y. i. and A. NJ.
has voted a life interest in the Masonic
Home at Richmond to Worshipful Mas
| ter Newton Fftz.
n stranger named Shepherd. from
NlichiSnn.w was lost on the streets Tues
day night. but found his boarding house
with the assistance uf two gentlemen.
The Virginia bankers meet in annual
convention here to-tiuy and tomorrow
In Y. NJ. G.. A. Hall. 4 reception will
lie rendered the visitors at the Virginia
Club
Mr.. George Blllups, OF the Society
Tor the Prevention of Cruelty to AMI
mails. had his attention called OF Tues
day to Il suffering horse near Faces
| brick-yard, and the animal was shot
yesterday.
The Portuguese bark Adelina. which
arrived here the early part of this
month leaking. Is now rcloading her
cargo of oil, after which she will sail
for Oporto.
| Mr.. Z. l.. Daughtrey, alternate. Will
go to Roanoke to attend the meeting
of the Tidcwatcr Union of Christian
Endcavor, Mr. +. Odend'hul, the dele
gate. being unable to attend.
from Edenton, n. c.. yesterday. where
he had been TO lecture for the Epworth
League of the Methodist Church Of
that city. His subject was beauty, It's
Moral Purpose In tho World
a mud scow. in tow of a tug Tuesday
night parted her hawSer and ran into
the schooner Charles f. futile, anchor
ed off Lnmbcrts Point. a small por-
ton of the shea thing on the starboard
bow of the schooner was torn off.
Robert -Portner. president Of the Rob-
ert Portner Brewing Company. and
G. a. Stranrmann. Of Alexandria, Va,
are In the city for the purpose of Sc
Letting u suitable location for n new
brewery. the construction of which
Will be commenced at once.
The property owners of the city will
hold an adjourned meeting ut the Real
Estate Exchange this afternoon al 1
Io'cloci to hear the report of the commit
tee appointed mt a recent meeting 10
draft an amendment to tie State laws
giving greater protection to property
owners.
Tho schooner Gertrude Browning.
Capt. Simpson, from Newbcrne y. c.,
to BOSTON. with u cargo of lumber, ar
rived here yesterday In distress hav-
| Ing on Monday struck sunken OBJ
structlon of Chincatcague. which
caused her to leak badly. She will 20
on the ways after having her dccklonl
of lumber removed
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
WEATHER. Il spo,Ir.
Forecast ror.To.dny.

Washington. Nov. 27. 1895.
A lN NORTH tCarolina = Fnir
\ FAIR Thursday evening.
ly winds; slightly warmer by
- easterly, shifting to souther,
Forecast: Virginia - Fair;
northeasterly winds; warmer In the in.
terror
The barometer has risen generally
throughout the regions east of the Mis-
sissippi and to the north OF Dakota
and Montana. 1t has fallen slowly OF
ROCKY Mountain stations and in the
Southwest.
Fair weather prevails in all districts
except In Montana and North Dakota
where light SHOWS are reported.
1t Is colder on the Atlantic coast and
In the extreme Northwest, and It is
much warmer In the central valleys
and upper lake region. Fair weather is
likely to continue in the Southern, Mid
die. and New England States, and
Ohio Valley. with slowly rising tenn
perature during Thursday.
PORT CALENDAR.
Sun rises. 8:S a. m: sun sets, 4:4S %.
M; high water, 5:57 n. m, and GIT p.
M; low water, 12:44 q. m, and 1921
p. m.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
December Mcafher.

me Following data, compiled from the
weather Bureau records at Norfolk
cover the period given for the month OF
december. and should prove Of value
ana interest In anticipating the more
important meteorological clements, and
the range within which such variations
may be expected to keep for the com
ne month OF December:
Temperature-AIean or normal tom
perature, 40 degrees The warrnest
month was that of 1889, with an ave
rage of 81 degrees. The coolest month
was that of 1876. with an average of
"3 degrees. The highest tcmcprature
was 20 degrees on December &c, 1891.
The lowest temperature was 6 degrees
on December 20. 1880. Average, date
on which first killing frost occurred
In autumn, Nov. 18th
precipitation train and melted SNOWY
Average for the month. 379 inches.
Average numbet OF days with oil of an
inch or more, 10. The greatest month
~ precipitation was COG inches in 1899.
The least monthly precipitation was OF
inches in 1889 The greatest amount Of
precipitation recorded In any twenty
four consecutive hours was 2.52 inches
on December 10th and 18th, 1855 The
greatest amount of snowfall recorded
in any twenty-four consecutive hours
Gecord extending to winter of 1SS4-'S5
only) was IT'S inches on December 26
and 81, 1882.
Clouds and weather-Average num-
Der of clear days. II: partly cloudy
days, II; cloudy days. O.
Wind-The prevailing winds have
been from the North. The highest
velocity of the wind was forty-cieht
miles from the southwest on Decem-
Der 18th, 1888.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
WATT. Ret,ew & c1.x Nov.

Inns morning Messrs. Watt, Rettew
Il Clay will open UP for business In their
new building. corner of Main and Gran
ny streets. having during the night re-
moved nearly their entire stock of goods
from their former place of business. in
ihe l-owenberS building. y large num-
". ocl oi men were employed i'll making
the transfer Of the stock and n detail
OF policemen stationed between tho
stores KEPT passers-hy on the move
enc entire night was consumed In the
work of removal
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
Police Patrol.

We have received another lot of this
famous shoe in lace and CATERS. with
three solid soles. used by policemen,
blacksmiths. oystermen, carpenters
bar tenders, farmers and all kinds Of
mechanics. We will continue to sell
them at 81. There Is no better shoe tc
be had either from us or any other
dealer. Call and see them at
HELLER'S ONE PRICE SHOE,
STORE.
46 Bank ST.. op Courthouse.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
Meteorological Data.

U. S. Department of Agriculture.
Weather Bureau, Norfolk, Nov. 2T.
Local meteorological data for the a
hours ending p. IN. last night:
Maximum temperature 40
Minimum temperature AZ
Normal temperature deduced from
"a years observations 4e
Departure from normal q
Departure since January 1st 49,. 173
Rainfall for 81 hours .. O
Rainfall since first of month Al
J. J. GRAY Observer
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
a Child EuI oys

The pleasant flavor, gentle action. ana
soothing efects of Syrup of Figs, when
in need CT laxative, and IL the fother
or mother be costive or Bilious. the most
gratifying results follow its use so that
1t Is the best family remedy known
ana every family should have q bottle
on hand ,ie
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
Foot HnlI
Richmond
Thanksgiving Dny
November 2Sth uaos

The Norfolk and Western railroad will
run special train from Norfolk to
e n,enmon Id, for :, this occasion and will
The train Will leave Norfolk az o.cf -,
and returning will leave Richmond ~
1870 p. m. No change OF cars F"r
full information apply to c. III RosiaJ
City Ticket Agent. and at Norfolk and
Western depot. ana
r. w. COURTNEY
Ao%f-oI D. Z, A.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
HnstrncttoninM n.ia

Professor Charles Borjes, oreantst Of
Cumberland Street 81. l.. church. takcs
pleasure In announcing to the pubic
Of Norfolk and vicinity that he is now
music, piano, violin, mandolin eon,i
flute, at his studio. Y. NJ. C. A., buildins'
Terms and particulars can he jearneG
on application by letter or in person
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
THANKSGIVING
THE HUB
Will be Open Until 6 P. M.
TO-DAY.
THAT'S SOMETHING TO
BE THANKFUL For 1!

The Little Folks" will all have
Holiday To-day. Take advantage of
the Opportunity and bring them to
:. he HUB" Rig 'em out in new at.
tire. We've the daintiest Suits and
noboiest Overcoats for Youngsters
your eyes ever gazed upon. just re-
member that we're bound 10 please
YOU. Our Juvenile Attire is right up
10 the top notch of style, and prices
low enough to merit your prompt ap.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28

New Orleans, La. Nov. 2G.-The grand
Jury returned indictments cor bribery
asaihst Councilmcn Adam Lorch and /
j. Callchan. N'
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28

Do your glasses suit you? Ii not see
DR. NECK. LAP Main ST.
CEeT '|' people lifted with glasses in
plants. f. II. GALE. 1872 Main ST
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28

Mrs. Raphcl's stock Of fine shoes at
cost 10 close IN business to retire. Lease
expires December Gath and stock must
Plume street
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
Chrysnnit.emuns. Al ahndc..

Rrid;;l bouquets. funeral designs.
plants for decorating.
MRS. BiDCiUOD, % GRANNY street
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28

Drs. Harmon Il frey.
Eye. Ear. Nose and Throat. Consul.
tation free. tSe Main street.. Norfolk.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
Fl. II. Trice 81 Co..
|RsaI Estate and Rental Agents,
% BANK STREET.
% BANK STREET.
FOR r MT.

Houses Colonial ave-
IIss.ne,s III. Charlotte street. ITO Bermuda
street, 173 Butte, jan. LIST,
s sat $5Duke, 5o3 md 511 Church, i00la Butte,
issake, LII Boush, Ill Duke, T2 Mariner,
ss2sgsIIstiolt, rs, Queen. IS and "a Yarmouth.
90 Bermuda street.
and Isl Bank street, 19s
lSShnrch.S street, lG0 James street.
s,assltIOSES-T7 Bank, 40, 81 Commerce, 2ot
'isst33ain? street. GO Water street. Two desir,i-
shle. Btores In Bank street, SH Church, POI
Atnins street, 244 Main street. 1a '.;7f :
Main, 169. ll7ih, FOG Main.
sE&ESeral desirable rooms, $50 Main street
~ "a hi!.sLETON-133 Mnltby, 1903 Lovitt
snTySSnue. IA Resesyoir, 42i Highland, I2G
llN4lioughby, 20 Kelly avenue, 80 Park. -
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-28
we nar Nahot,.d,x.

ne :handsomest iewelry store and
tsteAsgtsSssllRe OF goods in Norfolk.
~ =: = AMMAN e JAKEMAN