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Wichita Eagle

Location

Wichita, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1887

Page

2

Postmaster orders ban on foreign labor imports

Washington dispatch reports Secretary Fairchild ordered that no foreigners under labor contracts be landed, citing concerns over the Lehigh coal strike and immigrant labor. The action follows recommendations to enforce alien labor laws and prevent violations amid broader Senate bills and trade debates.

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Remarkable Case of Tooth Extraction Complications Reported

A Washington North Carolina report details Jemima Gam of thirteen miles away describing a bizarre dental case. The patient’s tooth extraction required many attempts and caused swelling and confusion, with witnesses noting the tale sounds exaggerated yet vouched by a local farmer, Mr Samed Jah. The letter-like account also mentions unrelated freight news and political notices in the same column.

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Debated Senate Rules and a Shocking Mill Explosion

Washington Senate adjourned after discussing proposed rule changes for committees including merchant marine and liquor traffic. A violent explosion at the Pool flour mill in Romeston caused extensive damage, fire, and casualties, with multiple buildings and streets affected and several workers injured or killed.

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Weather Toll: Major Cold Wave Bites Midwest and West

The northwest cold snap cut Chicago by 35 degrees in 12 hours. By dawn the thermometer reached five, then ten above, with wind gusts of 24 mph. Reports from Minnesota and Wisconsin describe deep snow, drifting, and near-zero temperatures. Kansas and Missouri see easing but fuel fears persist amid blockades. rail traffic affected and Western Kansas reports shortages. West Indies storm raises vessel losses. Indiana crop data notes drought and production figures.

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Wild News From The City Streets And Courtroom

A chaotic mishmash recounts a 19th century city scene with a cab ride to an asylum, a runaway wife identified as Edith, and a court case involving Ralph Lee accused of attempted murder. Fire news follows, detailing a major blaze injuring firefighters and street casualties, plus railroad and legal notices and scattered society items.

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San Vincente Steamship Burned Off Pacific Coast

A Pacific Coast steamer San Vincente burned at sea near Point Pizem between the city and Santa Crist, with nineteen crew aboard. The Green of Packie Coat Steanship Co. assisted, rescuing some, while others were lost or missing. Captain Dawlhe reported the crew tried to abandon ship as fire spread, with several men leaping and the vessel sinking. The incident followed a separate protest on wool policy related to President Cheye Hand’s administration and its international reception.

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CHICAGO BOODLE CASES AND TEXAS WHEAT CROP REPORT

A fragmentary OCR excerpt references The Chicago Boodle Cases involving legal actions and an unidentified court sequence. The Texas wheat crop report notes winter wheat prospects, yields, and seasonal conditions with mentions of dates and county observations.

H L Shober Co Advertises Mens Dress Shoes in Wichita

H L Shober Co. offers three dollar dress shoes in button lace and congress styles. The ad claims they are the best made and most stylish shoe for the money in Wichita.

Congress Wichita

Avery Fair Warranted Watches Giveaway Date

A note announces watches to be given away on the 24th of the month.

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