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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1888
Page
2
Cabinet meeting discussed the capital budget and warned against stirring the silver question this session. The river and harbor bill faced defeat amid broader debate on bond sales and Treasury actions.
Washington sources say the president weighs the silver issue as House and Senate clash on finance measures. Breckinridge and Kentucky figures are cited on treasury powers to issue bonds, while Supreme Court vacancy chatter centers on Senator Gray of Indiana and political maneuvering around the court.
A Vienna led report details Emperor Frederick’s last days with bronchitis and laryngeal complications. Queen Victoria orders a special train to Berlin but postpones departure as doctors debate the emperor’s condition and whether the fever and coughing signal a downturn or gradual improvement.
Fragmentary report covers Rev. Teneh ingham of the Adaster Methodist diarch facing civil criminal court proceedings and a church vote on his pastorate as a witness testimony and community reaction unfold. Separate item notes Rev. Widderman’s trial and a local election with Nichols elected amid shifting county politics.
Senator Conkling passes away after a long illness at his home in New York. Family and friends surround him as doctors warn death could come at any moment. Public interest remains intense as reports and condolences flow from press and politicians alike.
Fragmented OCR note reports a mayoral shooting claim and a hospital amputation. It mentions Major Stewitt and Mayor Hewitt in a blurred urban page segment with unclear dates and locations and debates on outcomes. The readable phrases indicate violent events and medical procedures with minimal coherent facts.
Fragmentary text describes land disputes and court actions over tracts in Texas and New Mexico with references to settlers, authorities, and possible mining or mineral rights. It mentions parties like Rio Grande area groups and local officials, plus scattered notes on strikes, deaths, and legislative processes.
T L Fox & Son announces a new store at 160 N Main featuring millinery and dry goods. They promise top talent, fashionable styles, and low prices to attract spring shoppers. The message highlights coordinated departments and a grand opening mood.
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