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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1889
Page
1
Ad lists reduced prices on 40 inch all wool black fabrics, Nuns Veiling, and various silks and plaids. Mentions Australian wool, Camel's hair fabrics, and silk warp materials with prices from 5 cents to 1 dollar. Highlights discounted black items, novelty stripes, plaids, and ties on sale.
An advertisement for Munson and McNamara mocks dubious sales tactics as a “great slaughter” continues and a smoke and water dodge wanes. It condemns suction sale schemes and bankrupt stock ploys as outdated tricks in an era of civilized advancement.
Fragmented notes describe a swindler named Dan pursued by authorities with mentions of Ada, Miss H, and several locations including Maine and Missouri. The text alludes to court actions, alleged crimes, and a heavy mix of unrelated items detailing races, crops, and local notices amid garbled OCR segments. Specific names and places are sparse but the core thread names a swindler and ongoing legal pursuit.
The report says Mr Balfour will push Parliament to endow an Irish Catholic university, stirring Liberal MPs to a determined resistance. Parnellites may back Salisbury plans for home rule like concessions, while critics warn of a wider Liberal split and Denominationalism fears. Interviews with Robert Wallace and others frame the party tensions and possible concessions ahead of Ireland’s fate.
August 4 report from TeninGo Chickasaw Nation notes a progressive landslide in lower house races, shifting the senate majority and signaling control of government. Leader William Gay urged unity, while raids marred canvass. result promises upheaval in governance and policy priorities.
An OCR fragment recounts a city assembly scene involving delegates leaving the city, locked doors, and tension over petition actions. It mentions observers, disorder, and procedural control, with references to officials and a lengthy debate about authority and the role of committees.
After factional reports, the encampmentadopts or rejects resolutions, installs officers, and adjourns despite ongoing postwar veteran organization activity. A later note details Ladies of the G A officers, membership changes, and union prospects, with a brief dispatch on public notices and regional accounts.
Deputy United States Marshals captured Torea, Kan residents Al D Krebs and GW Krebs with a gang in Kingman County. They were jailed after a late inspection found plaster molds and dies for counterfeit coins, silver and gold imitations, and tools used to pass the bad money. The trio waived examination and posted a bond of $1,009.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a Saxteh Springs reunion with speakers and activities, plus a new Lawrence Kansas depot project and election day mentions. It mentions various named people and dates but readability is limited.
Reports from London and Chicago describe grave strike tensions and famine like conditions in Spring Valley. Rev Joseph Huntington visits from Lincoln mining district and urges aid while merchants suspend sales to ease suffering amid epidemic fears. Cronin case moves forward with jury selection as labor unrest intensifies.
Fragmented OCR text shows a chaotic mix of words about markets and trade in Philadelphia and other places. It mentions auctions, market changes, and attempts at describing commerce and prices. The readable gist points to market activity and price shifts affecting vendors and communities.
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