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Newspaper

Wichita Eagle

Location

Wichita, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1888

Page

2

Destruction of the John Tanna Steamer at Plaquemine

A catastrophic river wreck near Plaquemine as the steamer John Tanna burned with about sixty to ninety aboard. Survivors, many badly burned, were rescued by local citizens. Captain Holmes, pilot James White, and carpenter John Crafton are among the dead or missing amid frantic efforts to escape.

Onurass H. Hausa L. Tolvnen Aed Sasniel 2 Powell Helmes Webb Statik J. XM Rae Boreal Pamenger Fianna Vleath Tharigineer Plut Steuer Clark Arike Bhp Lion Ilitou Captain Homes Bobsmith JM White Piagnemitn Pitie Hovde Pengle Teil Souws Cheek Powell Minch Berets Cullen Loxan Holmes Minster of Thy Samuel Powell Bob Sa Smithland Mike € Waterman Jon Crane Cabin Monroe Cook Jack Pak John ‘Crafton Dan Carroll Jim O'Neil Ele Roustaboat Cora Jessie W Flnfumine W. J. Brule John Crafton Miley Stein Iim Balp Accatiin Enet Baton Renge B.C. Montgomery Mr. Harper A. Douven Wilson Ybor Howan

Steamer Ericson Destroyed Off Alaska Point in Fire

Eyewitness accounts describe the propeller steamer Ericson, 245 tons, destroyed by fire near Alaska Point after a landing near Mulileu. Captain H Nibble and crew launched lifeboats as passengers scrambled onto a raft. many were saved, while several perished. Rescuers from the steamer Mountaineer aided survivors and recovered bodies. authorities launched inquiries into the cause and vessel equipment failures.

Biarus Doe Libt Ericson Mite Orslock Alsska Point Fieliowg Ericson Ars Syireni Ain H Nibble Ube Bone Wiwel Thane Palite Tania Wolstine Mountainepr Vester Persune Anna Taliner Sirus J. M. Norrie Tim Ht Norris Briikiyant Company Siwok Sinitiens Mulls Mehernavu Senithy Ofomith Tayi Callay Moran Aeile Whine Mane

New Saseath Movement Amid Union Position Talks

Fragmentary text reports a new movement within a local union scene. References to Rev Wibard, a chair or secretary position, and references to groups or crates appear, but details are unclear and names are partially garbled.

Wibard Msg Tile Justorete Axe Ie Kenta Union Aes i Rmtages Bathaths

Fire at Oincirwatl destroys three acres of buildings

A great Cincinnati fire began at 8:30 AM in the rope works of Chea C. Jacobs Cordage Co and spread across three acres, burning factories and dwellings on Budd and Harriet streets. Flames reached the Betts Street Furniture Co, Central Faraltars Association, and other structures, with extensive damage and several injuries but no fatalities. The blaze disrupted rail and ice operations, with total losses estimated above $500,000 and insurers holding firm.

Dixcresatt Cincinnati Budd and Harriet Streets Fie Chea C. Jaccbs Cordage Company Dislayton Railroad Innil Betts Street Furniture Company Central Faraltars Association Worth Ite Cantanta Ques Awino Company Frick Ludd Street Charles 11. Jacobs Harry Mayberry Budd Street Whoden

Unprincipled villain drifts as Seattle-ward tale ends

A fragment from a Hiawatha area item reports a Dr William pursuing Mrs. Collins over a disputed affair, with the pair traveling via Cameron Missouri and Seattle plans. The tale pivots to a Ky professor’s death and Illinois politics while noting a Christmas charity event and a medicinal ad.

HiawaTna Kirn William Seattle Cameron, Mo

Woman's Relief Meeting and Charity Tea at Mrs Heilag's

A special meeting of the Birpotors of the Woman's Fame patient home and hospital is announced for Wednesday at Mrs Martin Heilag's residence. Tickets include a cake and a pie sale with proceeds to support the home. Members are urged to bring friends and to attend the First Presbyterian church gathering the following day with reports on charitable activities and planned女士s.

Martin Heilag Mvery Matias Mina Sinatsas Pucker Lewis Street E Jone Scuthson Mary T York Jane Martek Gates

Snake Killing Hogs End Fearsome Ridge Snake War

Local legend tells how Uncle Abe Lockhart imported long-legged hogs to clear a mountain ridge of rattlesnakes. The herd drew hundreds of venomous snakes into a pit, fought for an hour, and killed all adversaries. The hogs then rested under trees, returning for new hunts as the mountain became safe.

Abe North Carolina Tada Abe Engalzer

An Angry Elephant Rampage in Indian Camp

A mangled camp scene unfolds as a maddened elephant attacks the camp near a river. A victim named Mac is crushed under canvas and gear, while others flee and a brave escape under a collapsing canopy saves him. The dramatic siege ends with the elephant finally receding and survivors recounting the peril.

Ingus Seofas Mahout Mac Keno Tereath Oxford Ty Oll Crow

Chewing Gum Costs Calculated Over SevenYear Span

A fragmentary note reports researchers or writers computing a seven year period for a project involving chewing gum. Details are sparse but indicate a long term analysis or study with unspecified methods or outcomes.

The German Soldier and Military Service System

A lengthy analysis of German conscription outlines a system where most men enter service at age 20, serving three years with the colors, followed by four years in reserve, and a final twelve-year cycle involving landwehr. The piece emphasizes strict obedience, loyalty to the Kaiser, and the pervasive military influence on civil life, portraying a nationwide mobilization mindset and the burden of lifelong military readiness.

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