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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1888
Page
1
The advertisement proclaims six days of sacri fice sale with deep discounts on broad cloth at 1.98 per yard and dress goods including all wool suits and combinations. It promises spring designs, urging customers not to miss these fast sellers and noting a grand sale push this week.
Dressmaking will be offered at low prices this week only with the sale ending after next Saturday. Regular prices apply thereafter.
A new line of French percale collars and cuffs matching sets will be sold this week. Twenty-five dozen sets at 19 cents per set, featuring four ply goods and latest shapes obtainable.
An advertisement inviting customers to visit and buy Astrachan wraps at half the usual jobbers cost this week. It promises an elegant garment for a small amount of money and urges shoppers to come in to see available wraps.
In Washington the debate over Mr White's eligibility continues amid lengthy testimony on his naturalization. Mr Cochran defends the contestant, with other speakers stressing allegiance and the integrity of the electoral process. The House weighs the evidence as 2,000 Chicago workers and various witnesses influence the ongoing contest.
Judge Daly leads a session before a commerce committee as New York figures support a bill to incorporate the Maritime Gambal company. The judge emphasizes constitutional power over interstate commerce and the company’s ability to fund and execute the project amid questions of charter validity.
A U year old boy convicted of child murder is hanged after a brutal case involving a younger victim. The execution followed a confession and was approved by the governor, with witnesses noting the boy showed little emotion at the death.
The article discusses soil readiness and seasonal forecasts affecting plowing and crop planning. It notes better ground conducivity after recent conditions and emphasizes the need for timely field work to optimize yields. It mentions regional weather patterns and their impact on agricultural operations and safety considerations for labor forces.
The Central City gathers for a meeting of the Central Kansas Medical association with attendance from Alwar rwvany M. Ds. Key papers discuss malarial fever by Dr Anderson and colleagues. A Young Men's Christian Association forms with thirty members and a reading room to be set up. An Adams express office opens in connection with the railroad. A civic reception features Hon. % drickson and Col. Arnolt oid with Jackson as speaker.
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