18 Dec 1897
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Newspaper
Western Kansas World
Location
Wakeeney, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1897
Page
1
A compact directory lists public institutions, schools, churches, and officials. It notes WA KEENEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS with School Board members, Clerk and Treasurer, and provides brief notices on local pastors and church services. Also mentions a Kansas City Pass Line west and transportation details.
A disjointed retail notice advertises toys, novelties, and travel items for Christmas. It lists trampets, travel items, scrab books, cards, kitchen sets, and fabrics like red cashmere. The excerpt hints at holiday displays and bargain pricing in a crowded sales pitch.
Abe Frakes visits old haunts in Dighton while a light Thursday night fall lightens the air. Local events include singing school at the M E church, cattle and grain trades by Blair & Wilson, and postmaster Gibson settling back in his old home. Various residents travel, harvests, auctions, church preparations, and political notes fill Wa-Keeney days with community life.
Just received at Moore's Cash Store. The factory in Freeport Maine is one of the largest concerns in the country. Every pair reliable and priced lower than Chicago on some goods. Men's Kangaroo hand sewed 3.50. Men's box calf hand sewed 3.00.
Advertising brief describes duck coats with blanket lining and rubber interlining, impervious to wind and water. Notes prices for women at 1.10 and men at 1.25, claiming old rubber worthless and promoting durable protection.
G I Verseer offers a large assortment of gifts for every 50 cent purchase or more. Dolls watches clocks spoons napkin rings pocket knives and other useful presents available for selection.
A community note states a decision to allow only a single cup of coffee per person at the event, drawing mixed reactions from attendees. Organizers cite supply limits and safety concerns while some participants request exceptions for guests.
Winter weather notes mix with local business chatter as residents discuss cattle feeding, hog shipments, horses and scrubs trading, and markets for poultry and game. Community updates mention St. Louis area buyers, Brown county travel, trapping, and seasonal preparations, with notes on Shilohs Care endorsements and Woodman officers elected.
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