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port" the dry dock which had the dis
tinction of having. on June IT, 1858, re-
ceived for repairs the United States ship
Delaware, the frst naval ship ever
docked in a dry dock belonging to the
United States.
Large Training Station.
Here also Is located St. Helena train
ing station, where IS per cent of
the apprentices in the United States
Navy have passed through. and the
United States Marine Hospital and the
Marine Barracks. a newly constructed
station OF considerable extent for the
Marine Corps; also old Fort Norfolk.
an ungarrisoned fertilization OF consid-
cradle picturesqueness. Then across
Hampton Roads Is located that magni-
ficent military and coast artillery post,
Fort Monroe. All OF these, in addi-
tion to the rendezvous OF the feet of
naval war vessels in Hampton Roads
from time to time. add much to the life
and gayety OF Norfolk and as a con-
tributing source of revenue means much
to her merchants.
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factory. and inexpensive transportation;
the charm of country and the general
wholesomeness OF all things cry out to
the young man. he Of thrift and en-
ergy and he of middle life. who has
striven against unsurmountable odds in
other places, and in fact. to all. who have
the energy and inclination to develop
that with which nature has SC bountifuI-
ly endowed this section. that here lieth
the land where real men are wanted and
where the fruits of ones effort are most
bountifuL
Picture Is True One.
Why go to the far distant lands of the
Northwestern region, far removed from
home and friends. and where one knows
not whether he will be able to harvest
even the one CROP which the shortness
Of the season permits him TO raise before
the frosts of winter come down upon him
and his crop. depriving him Of the reve-
nue. OF that for which he has labored to
produce. and forerunner OF a long sea-
son OF inactivity. with no sources Of rev.
enue and high cost of living The picture
that l draw of this country is not the
one presented in the literature sent out
by the railroads and land dealers of this
region. but too frequently one would find
that II was a true one.
Contrast this with all I have said
above; the exchanging of three certain
crops for one uncertain one. a home in
a region made barren and most uncom-
Portable by the cold winters thereof when
fuel disappears like a snow ball before
fame and life becomes q burden.
Where free lands are bought most dear
ly in the end. and where one is COM
pletely at the mercy of the donor there
Of for an outlet for his produce over
a line that has no competition. The pic
ture is not pleasing, and I confess that
1 have never been able to understand
why one sought a home ID region OF
that uncertainty, even thought the land
be given him. when for a very little
he can procure. in this region OF sun
shine and showers. productive lands
where crops are a certainty. where mar
kets are right at hand. and where the
cost of living is reduced to a minimum.
But / have wandered wide from my
subject. yet it is into a field that has
close relations and a most important
bearing upon the future of any city
which draws its chief source OF revenue
from the soil; and Norfolk is one OF
these.
Thus have told you the story the
best 1 know how, and the best of all
is that this is a true one.
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dent Raymond Dupuy. OF the virginian
Railway.
In her homes and home life the charm
of Norfolk has always been recognized.
There IS a certain peculiar atmosphere
Of real hospitality and good living that
makes the place most wonderfully at
tractive to all those who are so for
tunate as to visit and to Hnger there.
Every one seems to enjoy themselves and
there is at all times a demonstration of
good fellowship and the glad hand of
true hospitality is always extended to the
guest who becomes such even for so
short a time. The residential sections
OF Norfolk have been made most at
tractive, many of the streets facing out
over the waterways that wind in and
out throughout the city, while some of
the newer ones have been extended far
out into the suburbs aordIng more room
for grounds and greater freedom.
In her educational advantages Norfolk
are well conducted with a corps of
teachers selected from the best educa-
tional institutions of the country. The
buildings are well constructed and well
located, while the new high school
building is not only magnificent from
an architectural standpoint. but one
wherein, with the facilities at hand. a
student can acquire a far better edu-
cation than he could in some of the
best colleges a few years ago.
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strates conclusively the wonderful posi-
bilities for greater production and de-
velopment.
ReclafminE Dismal swamp.
While this is a story of Norfolk and
not the country adjacent, yet might 1t
not be out of order while endeavoring
to ten of her chief and important
sources OF revenue. to describe to the
readers thereof some interesting develop
ment that is taking place in that region
or section known as Dismal Swamp, re-
garding which. even up to the present
time, the popular idea has been that 1t
was a vast area of unproductive swamp
land just as the name would indicate.
But the truth of the matter is that here
lies some OF the most productive and
produce-yielding land adjacent to Nor
folk and very rapidly is It being opened
state OF cultivation.
The operations that are being carried
on in this section and tire methods pur-
sued in draining the same are most in
anu 4llSAi bNIANS. oiNoi
canals are dug, by dredging machines
specially constructed for the purpose,
and radiating from these there are lat
eral canals that afford both irrigation
and drainage when necessary. The Pc
culiar features about this drainage prop
osition is that when all canals are
thrown open and the water has settled
to its normal level It is found that in
many cases its surface is as much as
ten TO twelve feet below the normal sur
face of the land. thus rather exploding
the idea Of a swamp and wet lands.
Among the crop produced most sue
cessfully upon this rich black land Of
the Dismal Swamp region is what is
known as the horse tooth corn" called
SO because of its peculiar resemblance
to that animals molars. This grain is
raised chiefly for export; in fact. practi-
cally all OF II goes to Germany where 1t
is used for seed purposes in the growing
of corn for ensilage.
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Office Buildings
Most Impressive

The tail Office buildings of Norfolk
and her improved streets. traversed
with well-conducted lines of street
railways. are most impressive. Her
water front suggests tremendous pos
sibilities. The trucking interest there
abouts. while wonderfully productive
of wealth, is only in its infancy. and
its possibilities for development are
almost unlimited. Nature itself has
demonstrated the possibilities of this
section, and the railroads have cor
roborated by their presence here.
The fruitfulness OF her lands, the pro-
cuctiveness Of her waters. the delightful
climatic conditions, which make it pos
s!ble TO carry on manufacturing of all
kinds at a reduced cost; her accessibility
to most every form OF raw material that
is used in manufacturing, her facilities,
tcth by rail and water for quick. salts
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Belt Line Joins All
Street Railways

In her belt line railway, so entitled.
fancy. because OF the fact that II brings
together and binds by a connecting link
Of railway the eight trunk lines that en-
ter this port in order that when a freight
shipment is received here over one line
in transit and consigned to a section of
the country not reached by that line. It
can be quickly and economically trans
ferred by the means Of this connecting
link to the line that does reach that sec
ton. This not only operates as a quick
means of handling through cars of
freight here. but also affords to manu-
featuring establishments located along
this belt line railway the advantages for
shipment they would have IL their plants
were located on all eight OF these rail-
roads. For this reason, manufacturing
sites along this belt line railway are
much in demand.
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the resort in a picturesque fresh water
lake. to reach which one passes through
a pine forest that has been cleared for
picnic purposes.
Ocean View Popular.
At Ocean View. upon the Chesapeake.
just at the point whera 1t is Joined by
Hampton Roads. one finds much of in
terest and a good hotel Good bathing
is afforded here and the best of fishing.
Altogether this is a very attractive re-
sort. and very convenient of access from
Norfolk
In addition TO these, there is Cape
Henry. located near by. where the noted
Lynnhaveu oyster thrives in all its
glory. Here also the government has
established a weather bureau. where at
all times It is in wireless communication
with Washington. Here. too. is located
an immense light tower.
Historic Old Point.
Then there is Old Point Comfort. Just
across Hampton Roads. a place that is
always interesting with its military and
naval activity and social functions.
Right at hand is Fort Monroe. which is
always open to the public. a place pos
sessed of much interesting history.
In addition. there are side trips TO old
Yorktown. where CORVALLIS surren-
dered: Williamsburg. the first capital:
jamestown Island. the location of the
first English settlement; the Dismal
Swamp. and Lake Drummond. Of world
wide fame. Thus il can be seen that one
need never be at loss for something to
do or place to go.
These attractions, in addition to the
city's accessibility to the great centers OF
population. have been responsible for
Norfolks becoming most popular as a
convention city for fraternal and busi-
ness organizations.
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as, well as many that are a little less
known of the bivalve tribe, but that
are perhaps just as good.
During the busy season Norfolk is
the scene OF great activity among
those engaged in this industry, and
shipments are made in every direction,
for the products of these waters are in
great demand, and command the high
est prices in all the important centers
of population, where they chiefly ap-
pear upon the menus of the best hotels
and restaurants. Aside from this very
extensive fisheries are operated here
throughout the year along the shores
of the bays and the ocean front. Great
quantities of fish are shipped out by
these fishermen, packed in ice and
contribute the second course to many
a table throughout the land.
Vegetables and Produce.
But IT is the green stun as well as
the green backs that help to oil the
wheels of commerce and industry in
this section, and the former cuts no
small figure In the circulation of the
latter. for indeed the trucking industry
is a most important and fruitful one.
The annual value of the shipments of
truck from this port are $4,000, 900,
and 1t is ever growing in importance
and extent.
Some OF the truck lands of tide
water the name applied to this rich
section of Virginia, Maryland, and East
ern North Carolina. are as rich and pro-
ductive as those to be found in any part
OF the world. Upon them it is customary
to raise and harvest three to four crops
a year, each one of which is produced
at a good profit.
Much Of this produce is brought to
Norfolk by water in crafts of many de-
scriptions, all OF which have motor power
and thus are independent of the wind.
The regions not accessible by the many
waterways, are in touch with the nu-
merous railways which enter this port.
The truck upon arriving here is quickly
transshipped, by the means of the vari-
Gus steamships and steamboat lines, ply
eng daily between here and the chief
centers of population, where it arrives
fresh and wholesome a few hours after
IL has been gathered; this in connection
with its quality is why the produce Of
this section is so widely sought after.
The volume Of this business is tremen-
ious and many laborers are employed in
handling it. In addition to this the more
staple crops of corn, alfalfa, fruits Of
various kinds, and live stock are pro-
iuced in a manner here that demon
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Mother-in-laW of
NapyNorfoK Title

Norfolk is known as the "Mother-in-
law Of the navy. which title indicates
keen powers of perception on the part
or the officers thereof in the wisdom
they display in choosing their life's mate
from the wide world renowned fair
charmers of Norfolk's maidenhood.
At this point is located the United
States Navy Yard. which may. in a
manner be accountable for the above.
This navy yard represents a capital of
nearly ss.ooo,Ooo, and employs on an av-
erage about 1900 workmen, while the
annual pay roll is over s2.ooo.Oco Here
is located three great dry docks, the
largest of which will accommodate any
ship in the navy. And here was To-
Gated this yard, which by the way was
known In her early history as Cos
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Resorts
Near the City

I know Of no place In this country that
is more fortunate in the possession Of
nearby resorts and places of recreation.
as well as in her historic points Of inter-
est to visit, as Is the Sunrise City by the
Sea-" In her location she is peculiarly
fortunate in this respect. for with the
ocean on one side, historic Hampton
Roads on another. and the Elizabeth
River, with its many branches practi-
cally surrounding her. each having To-
Gated thereupon resorts and attractive
places to visit, one is never at loss for
recreation.
Many Attractive Resorts.
At Virginia Beach is located one of the
most attractive seaside resorts to be
found along the Atlantic Coast. Above
the town of Virginia Beach proper. which
in itself is wonderfully attractive with
its many quaint and homelike looking
cottages skirting the ocean front and
well laid out streets. the Norfolk-South-
ern Railway has established q resort Of
most pleasing character. The central
point Of interest in this resort Is the
very picturesque Casino, built upon strict
ly original lines and most artistic In
every respect. Here most all forms Of
amusement are afforded. while the CEN
trail cafe Is place Of immense propor-
tions and altogether attractive with It's
great freplaces
Surrounding and radiating out from this
ments. such as are dsually found at sea-
side resorts. Lying directly in back Of
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houses. Not only has this road been the
pioneer In the coal handling industry OF
Norfolk, but by making this their deep
water terminus and establishing here
great coal piers. where the output OF the
mines OF the virginias and Ohio. reached
worldwide demand because of certain
peculiar siow-burning and other proper
ties by the navy merchant marine. and
great Industrial plants OF this and other
countries. they have done more probably
than any one other institution TO build
up this port. and bring its advantages
to the attention of the world. Among
other construction work they now have
under way here is a new pier OF iron.
steel. and concrete throughout. which
takes the place Of an old one. This pier
will have a capacity OF three thousand
tons per hour. and surpass anything ever
attempted before for speed and con-
venience in the handling Of coal
Erected 1900. 900 Pier.
The late Henry H Rogers had erected
in the harbor at Sewelrs Point. as a
terminus OF the virginian Railway. a
coal pier of the most modern construc-
ton. II is said to have cost $4,000
This pier is also being operated nearly TO
Its full capacity. There is at all times
ships and vessels OF many types and of
many nations lying OF opposite these
coal piers awaiting their turn for taking
on either bunker or cargo coal. and that
point in Norfolk's harbor Is a scene of
much activity. night and day. for the
loading Of coal goes merrily on through
out the twenty-four hours.
The Peanut.
venture to say that the Insignificant
peanut. that the readers of this article
buy fresh roasted on the corner from
the vendor whose chief means OF attract
ing the public is his nerve-wearing steam
whistle. has never Impressed him as being
specially important article OF COM
merce, and yet here at Norfolk, the
greatest peanut market in the world. the
volume OF business in the manufacture
and handling OF this homely goober last
year amounted to ss.oOoOoo. Here they
are received from the country adjacent
to Norfolk. where they are raised most
successfully. being brought in by all man.
ner Of conveyances. including the primi-
tive two-wheeled cart, and here they are
manufactured and prepared. for market
by the many plants engaged in that In
dustry located at this place. The volume
OF business done is tremendous and the
handling of them is more or less pictur-
esQue.
Peanut Products Manufacture.
In addition to the handling Of the raw
peanut there is a very important branch
of industry here engaged in the manu-
facture OF various peanut products. such
as peanut brittle, peanut butter. salted
peanuts. oil OF peanuts. and many others.
all Of which are sroHing very rapidly IN
public favor and are much in demand.
The pure food department Of the govern
ment gives very warm Endorsement 20 the
peanut as foodstuff and highly recon-
mends a wider use OF the same.
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Transportation
Facilities Are Good

The feature, though, that speaks the
loudest for Norfolk's superiority for all
lines of business and manufacturing,
where transportation is in any wise a
factor. are her eight great trunk line
railways
In the history OF her banks and fnan-
c!al institutions Norfolk has BEEN partic-
uIarly fortunate and the soundness of
these institutions and their long record Of
good management has done much to ad-
vance the interest of Norfolk throughout
the country. During panicky times. in
the financial world, in all other parts of
the country. Norfolk kept on in the even
tenor of her way and her banks have al
ways money to loan to responsible parties
and worthy institutions. for the chief
basis OF the city's wealth is the products
OF the soil and little has this to do with
Wall Street
For the year 1911 Norfolk's bank clear
ings were SIS, as compared with
those Of the year 1900, which were So
0O.ooo. There are fourteen banks, State
and national, located here.
Magnificent Hotels.
Norfolk's hotels have kept pace with
the progress of the city, in fact, it might
appear in some cases they have even set
the pace. for here are located several ex-
ceedingly well conducted houses Of en-
sessed OF almost national reputation.
The Monticello, with its great dining
room. where it seems a whole regiment
might be entertained. and a MANAGEMENT
that insures proper treatment and good
entertainment to those fortunate enough
as to be a guest. Is a house most at
tractive and the location Is most con-
venient. Other hotels are equally as at
tractive in their own individual manner:
therefore. by the means of these hotels.
and the six theaters. as well as
all manner of photo shows and other
places Of amusement, Norfolk is enabled
to continue to uphold her well earned
reputation OF hospitality and the best of
entertainment to the guest within her
gates.
u
station where enter. at the present time,
three of the great railroads terminating
at this point and wherein will doubtless
be located. in the near future, the pas
senger terminals Of Norfolk's other roads.
New Union Station.
The station is a beautiful monument
to the progressiveness of those who
had its inception and construction in
hand In the face Of discouraging condi-
tions and dificult feats of engineering
they persevered and, as result, have
contributed to Norfolk that Of which
she well might be proud. Those having
engineered this undertaking were Presi-
dent L. E. johnson. Of the Norfolk and
Western Railroad: President E. T. Lamb,
Of the Norfolk-Southern. and Vice Presi-
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Peanuts Lead;
Coal Is Second

Norfolk's greatest industry, from
standpoint Of money involved, is that of
coal The business done last year. In the
handling Of the black diamond" at this
port. represented thirty millions OF dol
lars. In the amount of coal handled and
the business done, she stands second
among the great coal handling ports of
the world.
The real beginning Of this business here
dates from the time the Norfolk and
Western Railway entered this port with
their line and located. at Lamberts
Point. their great coal piers and ware
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Produce Business
Totals Millions

Continued from Page Six.
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Tho raiIor Made Shit.

Twllled silk shirts are l'einG made
the accompaniment of tailored skirts,
and the shirts when cut in the c6rseiRt
manner have. an outside belt Of soft
suede md show above the belt n
double frlll. scant In front and ut the
sides aud rather closely plated ut; the
back.
There are numerous forms of collar
for the twilled silk shirt. but the favor
tie Is ora turnover shape,w with 'pointed
fronts, s In some models ayelet holes
are punched. and the sides are drawn
together by means Of narrow silk (or
cord knotted and left to fall with tas-
seled ends. !, -. ,,,.,-.,,, .,.,..,s,,,,,..
Fhe. shifts. are made In he simplest
possible manner. with three large pearl
buttons down the center. or they are
given no Visible fastening at'ali. the
necessary opening being concealed be
meath the box plated front.
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!. new v RAILROAD ]
May in Fact Be a Part Of
the Coal and Coke
System.

NEW MARTINNsvm1IE, w. Va,
July 6.-rhe true object of the
Clarksburg Northern railroad came
to light this morning when It leaked
out that their surveyors were quiet
ly and had been for the last two
weeks, working in Upshur county in
the vicinity OF Buckhannon. 1.-THE
correspondent maintained when the
road was started that this city would
not be the terminus OF the road and
when some Of the engineers stated
this uorning that the would not af-
firm Or deny that the road would
cross the Ohio river at or near this
city and thence through Ohio to
lake port. When asked IL the road
was going to connect with the Coal
and Ceke railroad at Buckhannon,
and If Henry G. Davis was not one
of the hackers OF the road, they stat
ed that they had nothing to say, but
the weather was very hot this morn
ing.
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II. N. correll is here from Phil
ippi on a brief business visit.
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: Charles NJ. Lang was in the city
from Reynoflsville.