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Newspaper

Wichita Eagle

Location

Wichita, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1888

Page

5

Two Bald Knobbers Escape Jail Again

The report details two condemned Bald Knobbers breaking jail as unknown friends release the Trison ers from confinement. It notes John and Wiley Matthews figures amid a broader account of Bald Knobberism, with Dave Walker and his son resisting removal of their dolls in a sensational local history. Weather and observational notes follow from Dec 2 with temperatures, wind, and barometer data, including a Missouri outlook of rain, warmth, and variable winds.

John and Wiley Matthews Trisoners Dave Walker The Oss Sighat. Onvice Wienra Knn Decken Fee L. Joneses van Drrantwest Wasursorox D. C Der Stetuney Rald Kasbies Chis Green and Win Kelens David Waller Christian Enunuy Bull Crek Cave Cristian Cunty William Walker John Matthews Witey Staithews Gotule Venus County Missouri Lorious Yudal ‘Taylor Pickinson la Forsythe Kiagque Nxt Kinhey Rickie Seema Baldiknobbers Lune Bright Wight Chadwick Ozark Pola Byam Woeler Chareh Falene Wiens Vahid Suerte Kneubers Fadlees Willleth Edebs Charles Green Lybeohorinine Man Walker Christian Enauty Ftliver Douglas Ooranty Tere Sprinafield Reuters Fedece Dametus Gare Walker Universts Weil Grovrwlly

Bald Knobbers Escape and Aftermath in Missouri

A chaotic escape from a Missouri prison involved Bald Knobbers led by Bald Robbers and associates freeing inmates by climbing a brick wall. The escape triggered widespread excitement as authorities and residents discussed the aftermath and the broader Bald Knobber movement's history and suppression in Taney County.

Jackson McAuliffe Fight Shocks San Francisco Boxing Fans

San Francisco observers were stunned as Jackson defeated McAuliffe in a bout marked by heavy betting and numerous near misses. McAuliffe outpunched early, yet Jackson’s speed and skill earned him the win amid widespread wagering and mixed reactions from spectators.

Racing pedigrees and drivers memo from 19th century notes

Longfellow and Billet head the list with sons and daughters earning about 120000. Bert tops Longfellows while Sir Dixon leads Billot. Bessamer, a star pacer from 1588, to be turned trotter. Rumor says CH Nelson of Waterville MA will quit racing and Ira Woodbury will drive at Suanyeide farm. Ormonde sold for 55000 to a countryman. Ormonde bred by Duke of Westminster. notable past owners Bend Ordam Lily Agnes. Ormonds won the Two Thousand Guineas in 1886.

Faabington Virginia Deslora Old Virgina Washington Ayse Tla Jefferson Monroe Richmond Exchange Hotel George Libby Chicago Libby Prison the Horth Longfellow Billet Bert Longfellows Sir Dixon Bessamer CH Nelson Waterville Ira Woodbury Suanyeide Farm Ormonde Duke of Westminster Oy Bend Ordam Lily Agnes Ormonds

CHOICeMERCHANDISE LISTING AT WHOLESALE PRICES

A fragmented ad lists various grocery and fabric items with prices and vendors. Item mentions include sugar types, corn, beans, dried fruits, fruit products, and household goods. It references stores such as Valdes and Ellen & Ketter, with addresses and contact details, in a period retail catalog style.

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