Norfolk Virginian, April 10, 1889

The Storm at Onancock.

Weather -- Northeast storms

The heavy rain, wind and snow storm, accompanied by thunder and lightning, which prevailed here from Saturday morning to Sunday night did considerable damage. Trees were blown down, marsh lands and small islands on the bay shore submerged and many crops ruined, mails arrived late and telegraphic service was shut off. The Baltimore steamers arrived late and were compelled to make harbor here until Monday.