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Newspaper

Wichita Eagle

Location

Wichita, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1888

Page

4

Kansas Interest Law Debate Risks Public Harms

A fragment handling a Kansas legislative debate warns against setting fixed high interest rates, arguing it could push lenders to Missouri or Arkansas for better security and money flow. The piece touches on unintended economic consequences and political rhetoric around lending rates.

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Railroads Could Distribute Early Seed corn Profitably

The Farmers' convention supported universal planting of earlier seed corn to boost statewide yields. Railroads and their agents could distribute the seed, collect subscriptions, and set payment timing, with stations handling quotas and notices to farmers along the line.

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Annual report on dead letters from the postal service

The annual report of the Superintendent of the Dead Letter Office shows 604,000 pieces of original dead mail received, an increase of 32,513 over the prior year. There were 237,800 letters awaiting delivery or returned as undeliverable, with delivery issues noted.

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Ness City Blizzard Facts Refute Slander Suit

A Ness City circular and affidavits challenge a sensational report of widespread blizzards and famine in Ness County and nearby towns. Officials deny crop losses, cattle deaths, or mass emigration, noting strong wheat shipments, a large election tally, and a top county display prize.

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Rugs-Smyrna Rugs Price Sale Keeps Art Value

The advert touts Smyrna rugs as works of art with unusually low sale prices. It lists various price points such as 860, 105e, 137e, 146¢, and 1622, plus value benchmarks 100e and 125¢. Higher grades claim 25 to 59 percent off, with moquette rugs at 835c compared to 600c.

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Portiers and Chenille Goods Sale Opens December 17

A large sale features Portiers Turcoman Portiers and Chenille Portiers with tiered price sets for 425c to 2500c, plus discounts. The store advertises hassocks lace curtains Nottingham antique Swiss Brussels net, new curtain poles in brass silver gilt and woods, and a fresh invoice of lace bed sets in Nottingham and novelty patterns.

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Leavenworth News Fragments From Far West Era

Fragmentary garbled notes cover local fire damage, rail lines, and social debates. Reports mention a fire at EI Dorndy causing limited damage, caste questions in Leavenworth society, and fluctuating rail connections in Kare state. Authorities anticipate Santa Fe rates and regional industrial plans amid tense public interest.

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Fragmentary Tale From A Quiet Spring Morning

A damaged OCR passage recalls a tale of children in a church setting. One girl notes a clock near the door and frets about time for a school visit while adults discuss prayers and a routine Bible moment.

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Christmas Display Promises Wide Range of Ladies Goods

A list of holiday merchandise including umbrellas, handkerchiefs, scarves, fans, gowns, table linens, napkins, table scarfs, plush chenille, blankets, and novelty items is advertised as new, complete, and desirable for Christmas shopping. Strong items include silk and linen accessories, wool mufflers, and fashion wear, inviting customers to explore the department.

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Judicious Selection of Friends in a Social Circle

A fragmentary discussion on choosing companions and the dangers of inviting unfamiliar people into one’s home. The author urges selecting guests from one’s own social circle to protect virtue and reputation, warning against inviting untrustworthy acquaintances.

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