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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1887
Page
1
A display of Braids Beaded Guimps Hand Made Crochet Trimmings Panels Sets and Ornaments marks the newest productions. The merchants boast the finest and largest stock of Gres goods ever shown and invite customers to judge Munson's early fall selections. With two making departments in operation orders can be completed promptly.
Inman Line steamer City of Montreal was destroyed by fire while at sea after leaving New York for Liverpool. Most passengers and crew were saved by the York City which took them to Queenstown. A boat with thirteen people was missing and feared lost amid the blaze and chaos. The origin of the fire is unknown.
Lively scene in London as government proclaims the Irish National League under the Crimes Act amid Tory calls for a shorter session. Balfour says the league is prohibited. Gladstonian and Parnellite factions clash over impact while observers warn of political tension ahead in Ireland, with Dublin branches and London lobbies buzzing over the proclamation. The talk extends to Irish registration, public opinion, and potential political ramifications for the coming winter.
A sanitized incident report outlines a clash linked to the White Cape group and General Wane in Orange County. It notes threats against a farmer and family migration prompts, plus militia consideration and governor action discussions.
Aug 19 report from New York notes the steamship Sting, after departing, briefly returned to port with unclear journey details and no clear cargo or completion of voyage.
A condensed review notes Dann Co report of trade for the week just past and slower but steady boom in New York business. Washington weather portion reports southerly winds and rising temperatures with a shift to cooler conditions in fall regions.
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