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Newspaper

Wichita Eagle

Location

Wichita, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1888

Page

2

CONTRACT AWARDED AND POLITICAL CONTEST IN ILLINOIS

A contract is awarded to Y Jubst of Chicago for 129000 dollars as Uncle Juin Beker plans to contest opponents election in the Eighth Illinois District. Washington tax inauguration preparations and a reception for Vice President Elect Morton are noted. Weather bulletins describe warm morning with increasing clouds and light rain later, with south winds at 2 mph, mean humidity around 70 percent, and forecasts for Kansas and Nebraska.

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Contested Will Trial Mentions Gable Building Contract

Fragmentary 19th century style report notes a contract award for finishing a gable building in Wichita Kansas and references a will contest for a political seat in St Louis. It discusses contest margins, possible recounts, and political maneuvering including figures Fors and Lee.

Inaugural Celebration Invitation at Westennial

A mangled notice invites dignitaries to a city centennial inauguration on an April date. It names Lew Yok and a committee chaired by Ir awa, mentioning preparations, attendees, and the aim to mark the seventh anniversary with a public program and speeches.

Morton Reception Dazzles Indianapolis at Vice President Elect Event

A grand reception in Indianapolis hosted by citizens honored Vice President elect Morton and Mrs Harrison. General Harrison escorted Mrs Hereland as 2,500 guests filled the gallery and lined the hall in order to shake hands with Morton and Harrison. The crowd dispersed after the presidential party departed around 10 PM.

Harrison. Lane Gervstt Market Street Mr. Morton General Harrison Morten Harrison

The Rage Problem Before Georgia Legislature Speech

A Georgia legislature session features a dramatic address by Mon. J.M. Curry urging action on race. He argues civilization faces a grave, spreading problem and warns that ignoring it will threaten government, churches, and future generations.

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Gas Pipe Discovery and Political Controversy Report

A fragmentary report from Carnie Die 14 describes a gas pipe discovery in Hayewarket square linked to a planned substation, with investigations into conspiracy and a plan blamed on various political figures. The piece also notes Harper’s improved condition after an episode in Coles Ohio, hinting at a broader wartime or postwar news cycle context.

Carnie Hayewarket

Resignation of United States District Attorney Sellers

Dec 14 reports say United States District Attorney Emery B. Sellers telegraphed the attorney general insisting on his resignation and will not return to Monticello or Washington. His law partners and fee accounts imply he has quit, with Democrats speculating on the president’s handling and Halley as interim. The report also covers a separate note on the Russian loan and market reactions in Paris with broad European implications.

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TWO SMUGGLED CHINESE MAIDENS CAUGHT IN TACOMA

Customs inspectors spotted two women in veils aboard a Portland train and revealed them as Chinese Mongolians. They were arrested under the exclusion act and taken to Tacoma, believed smuggled from Victoria via Seattle. They spoke of coming from Seattle and faced custody of U S Marshal Hamilton amid suspicions of staged disguises and landing tips from Port Townsend.

Tacoma W. T Poor and Sweerdfiger Portland Seattle Port Townsend Victoria United States Hamilton

Turbulent chicago riot and murder in theatrical incident

A chaotic scene erupted during a stage presentation with a quarrel turning deadly. Joli Ungerer, stage manager, intervened and was struck then fired upon. his wife seized a pistol as the assailant shot, wounding several, before police detained participants and locked them away. Names include Lucy Parsons and Mrs Par.

Clivetaso Feaveliitus Dulane Joli Ungerer Ford Ode Indie Charles Willams

Inside Ludlow Street Jail A vivid inmate’s bitter memoir

A memoir style account describes Ludlow Street jail life from the inmate’s perspective. It details the entry, cell blocks, food, routines, isolation, and the stark contrast between outside life and confinement. The writing conveys claustrophobic scenes, rigid schedules, and the psychology of long-term imprisonment.

Fragmented prompt fragment

The provided text is garbled and unreadable. No clear entities or events are discernible for a reliable newspaper card summary.

An unclear historical note on shares and rents

Fragmentary text references Reber Hamptry and a New Rochelle event with figures such as $900,900 and $46,500. Details are garbled, but indicate a discussion of shares, rents, and a named location New Rochelle with historical figures.

Strained Portrait of Early Violin Makers and Market Claims

Fragmented OCR notes discuss violin craftsmanship, pricing, and dealer claims, naming instruments, makers, and dealers with scattered references to quality and value. The garbled text mentions prices, sales, and comparisons, weaving through technical terms and vendor statements without clear coherence.

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