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Newspaper

Wichita Eagle

Location

Wichita, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1889

Page

2

Clayton's Murder and Public Statement by Powell Clayton

The notice summarizes General Powell Clayton and W. n. hi layton making a public statement outlining the misdeeds of his enemies and the provoked murder. It references election intimidation and ballot stuffing in Conway County and hints at broader regional unrest linked to the Oklahoma invasion. A weather bulletin from Weather Bureau reports rising northwest winds, clear to partly cloudy skies, and a fall in temperatures to near freezing, with barometric pressure and humidity figures included.

Powell Clayton W. N. Hi Layton Conway County Okahoma Arkan Stexat Getice Wolta Kan Nebriary L. Joneses Olmeevor Wau Deracraesy Wasuietas D.C Besta, Jr Mioutl Calider Kane

Fragmented Confession of Political Crimes in Arkansas Trial

Limur Roos Ark Feb 4 recounts statements by Powell Clayton and Judge W H L Clayton, brothers of the slain J M Clayton, defending their brother and condemning political crimes tied to the Morrisson area. The piece describes canvassing, alleged tribal upheaval, and the Mucriminal scheme surrounding the January murder and September elections, including tensions at Morriston and Vibe.

Limur Roos Ark Powell Clayton W. Hlh. Clayton Jobin M. Clayton Shaw Heatley Clayton Siile Crnt Morriston Casaveague Aunty Sino B Hughes Tien Fiek Amaranthin Chas Titan Moreiitan Pune Imio Yulligun Amurrition Murmersne Cimiplere Ted Te Toonte Chaya Bane Drecktoridey Theiley Little Caurmsiti Boodeneis al Morriliou Lee

Contest Looms After Ballot Box Robbery in Arkansas District

A report details a polling place attack where masked assailants seized ballots and ballot books, removing a box said to contain 007 ballots of which 572 favored John A. Clayton. Clayton announces a contest for his seat, citing irregular voting and a broader pattern of interference across the district.

Iit Bight Sea Pal Tan John A. Clayton Clayton Lim Piarumervilie Alexander Flummerville Wales Wis Plummerville Tisaassia Wahl Tan Wise Little Rock Alerat Chyston Plommnerrilla Habs Hoh Henry Couper Laing Wessimons Thuscounty Jubu Clavin

Oklahoma Boomers Hear Trade Board Advice Postponed

Convent Kansas February 4 Oklahoma Jerry FAM who traveled with Frank Albright to discuss with Gill bebalf of is live sion. People await action as senile wwould respond. Twenty five wagons departed Wichita for Caldwell since Sunday. twenty more planned for tomorrow.

Oklahoma Winhite Board of Trade Wichlta Caldwell Mirti~ue

Congress Action Ratification Meeting In Arkons City

A disorderly report recounts a large gathering calling to ratify congressional action. Delegates from multiple towns assembled in Arkons City to approve measures with widespread protests and foreign markets coverage. An inspector murder case in progress and internal security concerns are noted alongside market speculation and political tension.

Congress Maes Arkoness City Arkitess Cory Ameena Ear Market Laneciiin Vuirk Quintio Phane Ing Sy. Linte Merleyg Natal New York Witania Marte Ulahems Lola Valle Erireary

ELECTION OUTRAGES AND NATIONALSESSION NOTES

Fragments describe congressional maneuvering on a court of appeals bill and a bankruptcy measure, with Payson and Crisp debating rules and conferees appointed on interstate commerce. Reports cover diplomats, army officers, and looming land forfeiture talks, plus a funeral and bank news amid a busy session in February.

Hale, Allison Cockrell Senate HOUSE Wasmsetoy Paysn Illinois Court of Appeal Zenion Pacific Sax Court of Appeals Payson Sidnce Alliresik Crisp Georgia

Wall collapses tear through Omaha mill district. multiple deaths

A February wind toppled the east wall of Max Meyers’s brick building at Farnam and Eleventh, triggering destruction across two east-side structures. Several workers died, including P. Dover & Co. and D. Dunbar & Co. staff. others were injured, with searchers still recovering bodies as stll-lit debris hindered rescue efforts.

Omaha Max Meyers Farnam and Eleventh Streets Cmshed P. Dover & Co D. Dunbar & Co Biihard Ginn Sounundin PB. Boper Bower & Co Rudolph Mitchell C. H. Silver A. K Philo John" Jackson Miss Oliver Charles Tee Slaughtcronn Charles Carter Dunbar Art Department Till Icie LavEn Betle Deen

Salvation Hall Fire Destroys Building in Catoany

A Salvation Hall in Catoany, N. W. IL, burned, destroying the hall built for a theatre five years ago and formerly occupied by the Salvation Army. Fire threats and blazes disrupted the area as authorities investigated the cause.

Catoany N. W. IL Charles Conomen Yosatom Abd Ala ESM Lind Deve Salvation Army

Humble Bitters Promoted For Rheumatism And Dyspepsia

A 19th century ad style article touts Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as effective against rheumatic pain and dyspepsia. It argues other tonics lack blood purification power, urging prompt usage to curb heart-prone disease. Also notes sensational marriage anecdotes and a light humorous snake tale at Chamberlain's.

Hostetter Winterawmit Iso Blake

A Parson's Dream Of Dreamlike Visions And Distant Boats

A fragmentary account describes a parson dreaming of many visions. The verses mix dream images, distant places, and a sense of wander in a fragile, shifting mind. Imagery includes boats, a horse, a stable, and vague, surreal impressions.

Hinself Wien Florda Wielnag Aise

Fragmentary Scene From Turbulent Courtroom Interlude

A garbled transcription depicts a chaotic courtroom moment with shouting, a bell, and witnesses. The scene includes fragmented dialogue about a roast, a door, and a fight, with stray names and exclamations suggesting a disrupted trial or public outburst. The text is heavily corrupted and reads like OCR noise.

Value of Girls at Berks County Fair Shows Curious Ponderings

A fragmentary report describes a Berks County event with references to girls, attendees, and a controversial reward. The text mentions a show, a death by own action, and people named Peters, Leonard, and others amid unclear context and local tensions.

Githametuleen Ciris Leonard

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