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The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
TN BGRKLEY,

The funeral of Mr.. A. A. Martin. who
committed suicide Tuesday afternoon
III Norfolk, Will take place this morning
at II O'Clock from the residence of MIR.
X. ID. Grcnalds. on Seaboard avenue,
South Norfolk
Prof. and Mrs. Dobbins will give
their fascinating lectures, "rhc Two
Princes. from the prince OF the House
OF David and Ben Hur," illustrated by
superb stercopticon views. including
The Sea Fight" Chariot Race"
scenes from the life. death and resurrec-
ton of Christ, etc, at the Main street
Christian Church, Thursday and Fri
day nights; doors open Mt, o'clock.
Admission 10 and 10 cents. Everybody
invited tn attend.
y horse htched to q top buggy ran
away last night on Chestnut street,
starting near the ferry bridge and con-
tinuing his flight as fas as could be seen.
The buggy was turned over at the cor
ner of Pearl street, but soon uprighted
and collided with large express wagon,
but that did not stop the Roadway of
the frightened animal.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
NorfoIk county Court.

Mcssrs. II. a. j. SHIFTS and u. l.. Mason
were appointed special officers at Port
Norfolk upon application of the Por,
Norfolk Land Company.
The retail liquor license OF H. c. Gal
lup and A G.. Wright, corner of Cottage
avenue and Golf streets. was trans
fcrred to southeast corner of said ave
nue..
Commonwealth VS.. Joseph IriZ2ei
felony, sentenced to six months in jail
Commonwealth US. Frank Edwards
felony. continued.
Mr.. William II. Rodman qualified as
administrator on the estate OF the late
Pearson Rodman; bond $1,000. The fol-
lowing were appointed appraisers: NJ
n. Parker G. II. Shea. Gus Skeeter
John II. Bassett and w. II. Dennis.
Mrs. Catharine Rodman qualified as
the guardian of Rosa Il. and Francis
a. Rodman; bond $1,000.
j. ]. Ransome gave new bond ms
overseer of the poor; bond $1,000.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
wife Against Husband.

Mrs. NJ. ]. Terry. lady who has
been resident of the city for a short
period, appeared before the Mayor yes
terday morning and swore out peace
warrant against her husband, charging
him with threatening her life. The Ter
rvs came from Cambridge. Md, and
have been married seven years. Mr.
Terry is cooper by trade and works
i'm Norfolk at his trade. Mrs. Terry
in her statement before the Mayor
said her husband drove her out into
the street Monday night, and Tuesday
night he did the same thing adding
u? way of emnhasis that If she re-
turned he would kill her. Mrs. Terry
said she stood in bodily fear of her
husband and for that reason wished
to have the protection the law afforded.
hence her desire to have her husband
arrested. The warrant was issued, and
the domestic affairs of the Terry FAM
lily. who live on Second street in the
Fourth ward. will be aired in the Po-
lice Court this morning. The couple
have one child
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
IIo Was Very Disordcr,y.

Sunday afternoon, between IL and /
o'clock, Albert Tyson, colored, sought
to create excitement in the usually
quiet neighborhood of King street. be-
tween Dinwiddle and Washington
Streets by indulging in boistcrous and
profane language. Mr.. John Morris re-
quested him to desist. but instead of
this advice having quieting effect on
Tyson. it seemed to arouse him to a
sun higher pitch. and from the evidence
in the Police Court yesterday morninr
his actions and language were more of
the nature of a professional blastphem-
lst than OF we'll behaved citizen. The
Mayor didn't do n thing but tax Albert
$40 and cost for his bad behavior. and
IL uoilars TO doughnuts that Tyson will
be more careful how he opens his yo-
cabulary of "cuss" words in the flu
ture.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
THE FAREWELL.
a Reception rendered TO REV. Mr..
and Mrs. KcnMard.

a farewell reception was rendered the
Rev. and Mrs. G. S. Kennard. the re-
firing pastor of Fourth Street Baptist
Church, last night in the Sunday school
room.
The occasion was quite Il surprise to
the reverend gentleman and was got
ton up by the Cheerful Helpers of the
church.
the school room was brilliantly illu-
minated. The table. which was arrang-
ed jus; in front OF the pulpit, extended
across The room. leaving Just room
enough TO pass to either side The room
was d marvel of decorative art. There
were several magnificent banQuc; lamps
OF hiH}rent colored shades. setting at
cSnNcH'"nt distance. making most
brilliant display. The ladies had not
gorgott"n the inner man in their deco
rations for there was an abundance. of
everything that was pleasing To the
appetite.
Shortly after o'clock the room was
we'll filed with members of the church
and friends OF the pastor, who had as
semb.aa to do honor 10 one whom they
had learned TO love since 1t has been his
pleasure 10 minister to their spiritual
wants and offer them consolation In
their time of trouble. In the pulpit were
seated the retiring pastor, church treas
nrcr. j.. III. Davis. and church clerk,
sCharles Culpepper.
Mr.. Davis arose and advanced to the
iiohl VI tiiS lEOHl WHICH DliCP
he delivered u farewell address TO the
pastor on behalf of the church. The
speaker, in his address. alluded to the
pleasant relations which has existed be-
tween the church and it's pastor during
his four years paStoratc among them,
ana spoke of the great good that had re-
suited to them from his most valuable
services as their pastor. The address
throughout was one we'll chosen and
was listened to with the deepest silence
by the assembled company. Concluding
his address Mr.. Davis presented the Rev.
MIR. Kcnnard on behalf OF the church
with handsome silver basket not for
It's intrinsic value or worth, but as q
memento that would be u perpetual re-
minder OF the pleasant association
brought about by pastor and people. a
line umbrella was also presented by an
unknown friend.
Mr.. kcnnard arose to make n reply 10
the magnificent address to which he had
just listened, but said that words were
not adequate to express what he felt
He could not begin to reply to all that
had been said, but simply said that lie
was taken by complete surprise, and
was not prepared to make II speech.
The pastor, however, made some re-
ma KS covering the past four years OF
his lffo as pastor of this church, and
stated that in all the past or for the flu
ture he did not expect to feel as happy
as he did at this time. Passing over
much ground he then took occasion to
eulogize the Cheerful Helpers and their
work. AT the conclusion the church
clerk read n set OF resolutions drafted
by the church, expressing their regrets
at his departure from them. This was
followed by the collation.. which was
served by the ladies of the church.
Much credit is due for the manner in
which this feature OF the occasion was
gotten UP and served.
Mr.. and Mrs. Kennard will leave for
their new home in LuraY. Va, to-day.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
CHANGE o.. M1NrNrERs
Transfers OF MeibndIst Prcachcrt
Which Were Sot Lacked For.

There has been considerable specula-
Conference would see III TO send TO
Portsmouth to fill the different pull
pits There were few. If any. who
thought that the Rev. George H. Ray
would succeed the Rev. w H. Edwards.
but from the latest Information re-
ceived such is a fact. The Key. Geo.
H. Ray is popular pastor and will no
doubt be welcomed with open arms by
the congregation OF Central Church to
whom he has often preached the word
as IL is written.
Owens Memorial Church is to have
the Rev. Mr.. Wateriield 10 succeed the
Rev. j. X. Jolift. who goes to fill the
pulpit of the Methodist church at Cape
Charles.
The Rev. W. H. Edwards. who has so
faithfully lahorcd at Central Church.
Will become the pastor of the congre-
cation of Centenary Church. at Nor
folk. who no doubt rejoice AT their good
fortune In securing this eminent and
much beloved Methodist minister
There is to be no change at the Mon
umental Church. The Rcv. Mr.. Betty
has been returned tn that charge and
the hearts OF the members OF Monument
tai Church are no doubt bright ened by
this information.
Wright Memorial and Park View
Churches have returned to them their
much appreciated pastors. and those
who sit under the sound of their voices
seemed much elated last night when
they heard that their fevorite preachers
were again to be with them.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
THE BArrLEsIrIp TEXAS.
sone Queer Coinciacnccs Noted by "a
Naval Authority.

"A telegram from Washington saws.
~ naval authority who has the high
est aaniration for the battleship Texas,
ana the utmost confidence In her snIen,
ara seagoing and fighting qualities, re-
marked to-day that 1t was certainly a
queer coincidence that all of the iii
LUCK ana most of the accidents that
nappen to that vessel should occur in
tne neighborhood of the BROOKLYN NAVY
yard. and also where the influence or
me private yards prevailed to n very
GonslueraDle and suspicious extent. 1t
IS Wen known and acknowledged that
the Norfolk Navy-yard is the best and
raSst thoroughly equipped for building.
construction and repair purposes of ali
the government plants in the country
ana that 1t Is the peer in the same re.
spects or any OF the big private yards
me Raleigh. which was built at the
Mnorlolk yard. Is acknowledged to be the
nneSt cruiser in the navy, and the Texas
mas been pronounced the best battleshin
but for her bad luck" in and nround
New York.
~ Is also strange continued the
gentleman, that the Texas when she
mas an accident. Is always sent to the
brooklyn yard for repairs, from which
sue energes only to encounter another
PAD luck accident. Why was not tho
IeNas.' he said. sent for repairs cach
,ime TO the yard in which she was
built? There all the designs. mans. mai
terms. models. ana specificn;ions I,,jer
wflch the vessel was constructed couI,)
oe obtained, and there PERHAPS. are still
me officials and workmen who were en-
gagged in her construction. Why was
she not sent there, and why each time
instead to the Brooklyn yard?" Thss q.
questions should be answered and there
may be found in the replies some ex-
pianation of the sill luck" of the Texas
IN New York harbor. If it is not the
custom to send vessels to the yards in
winch they were constructed for re-
PAIRS then make 1t the rule to send the
SHIPS built at Brooklyn and Cramps to
be repaired, when necessary, to Norfolli
IL might be well for the court of in
curry now investigating the recent acct
dent to the Texas to look into matters
outside as well as inside the ship, and
,heE may i'll all probability find other
structural weakness" as the causes for
the various accidents to her in New
York harbor
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
The Rifles Fair.

The City Hall last night had the ap-
pearance Of being a veritable fairy land.
so many beautiful young ladies being
present to add additional attraction to
the fair which is now being held for
our gallant soldier laddies of the Ports
mouth Rifles Capt. Il. W. Owens COM
handing. The sweet voices of the
ladies in charming conversation in con-
junction with the melodious strains o<
enchanting music, formed an attraction
hard 10 resist by our young men. who
proved the truthfulness of the assertion
by being present i'm considerable mum
bers. The object of the fair is a very
laudable one indeed. and should be lib
orally patronized by our citizens gen
orally
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
Deaths Dotpos.

Mr.. and Mrs. John L. Beaton of No
902 Washington street, had the misfor-
tune to lose yesterday morning at l
o'clock their little daughter, Elise 10
months old. The funeral will take
place this afternoon at o'clock from
the residence above mentioned
Mr. John Richardson, one OF our Wes-
tern Branch truckers, lost his wife
tuesday night after a lingering attack
of Bright's kidney disease. Her funeral
took place yesterday afternoon at 3
o'clock and was conducted by the Rev.
DIR. DunaWay.
Leroy Cassell, an infant son Of Mr..
and Mrs. A. Il. w. Cassell. died Tues
day night at the parents residence,
Fourth street extended Funeral SER
vices from the residence this afternoon
at o'clock
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
SEEKING FAT JOBS.
What n Few Prominent Republicans
Think WIFI Take Place

Four very prominent Republicans met
ON High street last night near The Vir.
oman office. and, as matter of course,
political pap" soon became n subject
of conversation. Said one who has had
experience in holding n snap i'm the en-
ploy oil the Government, and who yearns
Tor more experience of the same kind:
IL don't think that this civil service
business ought to cut any figure at all
with Major Mckinley, for he knows
that If Bryan had been elected that the
CIVIL service system would have been
cast to the winds, and 1 think that Nc
kiniey should feed the Democrats out
of the same spoon and with the same
KIND OF political food that we would
have been fed with. 1t is nothing else
but fair and just"
Yes, believe like you about that"
said another of the quartette "hut Won
know mat II is current rumor all over
the country that the Democrats or those
who pretend to he Democrats. brought
about Mckinley's election by voting for
gold standard, so you see McKinlcy's
position. He wants to reward these
men, and that can best be done by
Keeping in place and power those Demo-
Gratis who followed the dictation and CO.
ercion of Mr.. Cleveland. Mr.. Cleveland
VIII In all probability claim this for his
friends. and rs his influence was n 20
tent factor in McKinley's election, the
Major may pursue tho same course i'm
reference to civil service as has been
already established by the present ad-
ministration.'
The other two gentlemen shook their
heads sadly and said that if Democrats
were going to be kept in Office, the cleo
ton OF Republican President would
he or no benefit to them. They said
plainly and frankly that they believed
IN the doctrine Ito the victors belong
the spoils." and they hoped that the adj
ministration would soon begin to see
the necessity of building up the party
by making all the places possible for
every good. true and tried Republican,.
The quartette adjourned To nearby
cigar store, still talking of what should
be done. Whether Mckinley will ever
hear of what is desired here is n cues
ton time alone will answer.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
Prominent Railroad omcia,s rravc

Those high in authority in the affairs
of the Scahoard Air Line left yesterday
afternoon about 6 o'clock for tour of
inspection of the entire system. They
go from here to Raleigh. thence to
Monroe, to Southern Pines. Whining
ton, and through to Atlanta, stopping
en- route several times as best suits
their fancy. Mr.. Louis Cain is the con-
ductor in charge of the special, and
Mr.. Melzar Diggs is the gentleman who
guides the great iron horse which will
furnish the motive power for this assem-
Dlage OF prominent railroad officials.
They will return about Saturday.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
IStocIsholuers, ,Icc,i,,..

Wilmington, N. c., Nov. 1.-THE an
nual meeting of the stockholders of the
Wilmington and Weldon and Whining
ton. Columbia and Augusta railroads. OF
inc Atlantic Coast Line, was held here
to-day. All the directors aud officers of
'de companies were reelected. Re-
port Of the general manager Of the
Wilmington and Weldon shows the
road. its branches and equipments in
excellent condition
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
OFFICERS
JUBILANT
concluded from fret n,pe,

tnitn those who made the agreement
Witn me from selling was the assertion
lnat was purchasing in the interests
oil the southern hallway Company, and
would not operate the road intlepend-
entity This assertion has never had
the least foundation. in fact, and 1 so
slateu,to the gentleman who signed the
contract at the time of its execution.
l have never in this transaction. either
directly, or indirectly, represented the
southern railroad Company or anybody
Interested i'll that company or Interested
III any Southern Railroad Company
whatever. or anybody but myself
now own more of the stock of the
Seancnrd company than all the directors
ana officers of the company put together.
and l expect to have something 10 say
regarding it's future"
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
An rmportans difference.

To make it apparent to thousands, who
think themselves Ill. that they are no.
afflicted with any disease. but that the
system simply needs cleansing, IS to
brins comfort home to their hearts, as
u costive condition Is easily cured by
using Syrup of Figs. Manufactured by
the California Fig Syrup Company only
and sold by all druggists.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
CITY BONDS FOR SALE.
Office of the City clerl
portgmonti, VI N Nj. ,eo,

.r Portsmouth. Va, Nov. is, 1899.
lie CITY or PoRTsMOUTH. VAese
ana i, Grading Bonds OF the Fifth Ward,
1886, ana bearing interest at the rate oc
per cent per annum, payable semi-an-
nualiy inoNune and December These
Uherc being $1,000 in 500 and $4,000 In 5000.
are; are exempt from city taxes. and can DO
rfElSItored, principal and interest or prin-
-, Sealed proposals addressed to 10.
THOMPSON, Jr.. city clerk. Will be re.
m. Tor the purchase OF these bonds. the
cry reserVing the right TO reject any or
should be addressed to
,,o =, JOHN j. KING,
iol9--tu Chairman of Finance Committee
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
no cunEA CoLD oNEnAy.

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets
All druggists refund the money IL II
fails to cure. 25c. spStu. thu. SATIN
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
EOofhRIIa

Lexington. Va, Nov. 1s.-St. Adams
School eleven OF Radford, Va, defeated
the Virginia Military Institute eleven
on the latter's grounds this afternoon by
a score of 22 to 0. The game was flncl;,
played by both teams, but ST. Adams
weight told as we'll as her skill.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
Chiidren's Hat.

Fancy patterns with two feather
All colors
w. f. vIRNELSON & co.
Sherwood old stand
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19

The election being over. now you
suit of clothes or overcoat at astonish-
ngiy low prices. We can satisfy YOU
ever bought.
BRESLAUER & ANTHONY.
he High Street
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
IEnsrIitys Court.

The will of the late Elizabeth Ann
Young -was proved by the oath of Nor
man Cassell.
Commonwealth VS.. Asa Saunders
felony. two years in the penitentiary
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
poRTsMoUT ADv's.
CITY BONDS FOR SAL !,
Office ofsthes city Clerk.
Council Chamber.

=, ~, portsmouth, Va. Nov is, 1896. !.
=, offers for snle $1,000 COTTON SEW.
BRACE BONDS. piydifle III 10 Years from
i.eSqmbet ast 1886, and bearlnr intercIt
able semi-annually In June and Deceniber:
lhsse bonds nre In denominations OF sf0o
Wo IN 5000. are exempt from city taxes
anu can pc registered. principal and inter-
est .oi, or principal only, Mt the option of the
~. Sealed proposals addressed to IT.
m di.o:i N Jr, City Cleric, Will he, re-.
y p N. for the puFchasc of these hondsl
tne city reserving the right to reject all
or any OF the bids -
CommunicatlonB other than proposnlt
should be addressed to
,,o,o ., JOHN j. KING.
noIV-ld Chalrman of Flnnnce COMMITTEES.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
r.adies,, Miascs, md Chilnren

underwear in all sizes and prices.
Special value in Mems Underwear.
some lois TO close out at one-half for
mer prices.
LAWRENCE g. WELTON
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
DONE Re Foolish.

and buy clothing elsewhere, when you
can save money by buying them at
LEVY & JACOBS,
200 High street.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19
Specials for TODAY.

Fine fresh New York creamery butter
Zoe. per lib; fresh Fox crackers, l0c. Ier III:
new PIE peaches, Id. cans, &c, or 4 for,
ron, currants. raisins. shcllcd almonds and
an Kinds new nuts. new dried fruits. etc.
now IS the time to buy your fruits for your
GOODS nre advancing rapidly. Fine mixed
candies, l0c. per H. a good thing az
ways becomes Il great favorite when n ia
In the reach of every one, and that "a WIN,
our cracked grain lava coffee. is GAINING
such q reputation ut 23c per lib.
,,,,o,- c. w. HUDGINS & co.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19

OOn'f Wslrcx

About your health Keep YOUR blood mir.
by taking Hoods Sarsaparilia and YOU
need net fear the grip, colds, bronchitis.
pneumonia or typhoid fever
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19

the High street furniture man has ,a.
doeed prices on his refrigerator. door
anu window screens. Big bargains
await yos. "a A'n
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college Wnt."


Something new. All colors.
w. e. VIRNELSON G. co.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19

Sir William Harcourt, NJ p, was six
ty-nine years of age on October 18TH.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19

HOOPS PILLS are the favorite family
cetharuc. easy to take, easy to operate
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ACCIDENT POLICIES for RICYCII0TS

Lively Bicyclist over is years shouil
nave nay e, ono OF our Special Accident Policies
TO- Wheeimen. $500 per $1,000; S. 90 week.
ly benefit Call or write.
JOHN T.. WATSON
POrtamOufb Vru
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-11-19

The best sl.0O. $3.50 and $3.50 hats are
SOLD by Charles r. Welton G. Co. Try
them.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1896-03-28

perilously near the end Of the sentence
ut times and sometimes even falls on the
edge into hopeless. obscure Teutonics.
Ebers' romances OF German life are
heavy-for romances. As essays on the
rewards that virtue wins. or az histori-
cal comment on the comparative COM
fort OF the XIX and the XIII centuries
they are instructive, and 60 far NJ 1
know accurate. Also he may have
written a novel Of contemporary domes-
ITCHY. German young ladies speak Of
his novels as delightful, exciting. though
forbidden romance. He is the lola and
Daudet to their sheltered imaginations.
II he had written romance" OF mod
ern German life it is only medchen
that can read it, Armor, jousts. the
torture chamber. linkboys, robber
knights are fascinating in themselves.
Plain Frau Schmidt and her mann, as
Dobody's vassals and only desiring to
settle Fraulein Schmidt comfortably in
life can not be made interesting. There
fore it is safe to say Herr Ebers has not
told tale where he could not use the
properties" of the middle ages.
I'm the Fire OF the Forge" is too
long. The action is impeded by the
authors explanations, applause, remon
strances. He is guide that gets in
front OF that which you have crossed
the ocean to see. He is afraid his own
eloquence may be unnoticed. A course
of Tourgen;eff or Dostoivsky might
make Ebers' style less opaque; though
the transparency Of the Russian seems
to be unattainable by any other nation.
A German novelist is contradiction in
terms. A towering egotist can not
write Of another's life from the inside.
Fancy Emperor William writing 4 ro-
nance! There are real Germans, per-
haps, who are not obstinate cyclists.
To be sure the Emperor is IN exaggera-
ton Of the national character. But the
literature of the unselfconscious Ger
mac is not familiar to American read.
ers.
The book under consideration is with
out humour. without 1.-The light that
never was on sea or land" without style,
nor has it much plot. 1t has interest
ing historical incident, costume. topog-
raphy and an occasional clever touch Of
masculine characterization. The women
do not move themselves. A man has
made them tosuit himselfso they please
no one else. s. B. II.