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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1890
Page
4
The Daily Eagle review cites Civil War echoes, party politics, and Irish themes while detailing Kansas crops values and farm markets. It notes figures on wheat, corn, and oats for 1889, discusses Blaine family tragedies, and criticizes policy shifts toward diversified export markets amid low prices.
Wellers argues the consumer bears all costs in emergencies and that price fluctuations are quickly absorbed by market prices. He warns rate cuts mainly aid farmers while higher freight costs raise final prices, with markets and boards of trade reacting instantly to each change.
A Colorado state convention in Denver seeks methods to promote immigration and coordinate with Kansas to secure railroads' support. Delegates from Colorado may join Kansas in urging eastward newcomers, aiming to boost demand for Kansas crops while balancing regional population shifts and rail pricing debates. The article notes mixed reactions from Pan-American visitors and railroad rate adjustments affecting grain and manufactured goods.
A historical overview extols Wichita Kansas as the Southwest Metropolis, detailing its rapid growth since 1870, extensive public works and landmark buildings, a strong manufacturing and packing industry, major banks and financial firms, ample rail connections, and a robust banking capital base amid a growing population of about thirty-two thousand.
A noisy sampler of mid 19th century partisan letters from Texas Redel to the Daily Eagle about the rebellion, prohibition, and political loyalties. The missives praise General Sherman, deride rivals, and urge continued support for disestablishment laws while noting border state tensions and opinion on submission.
Local merchants announce a storewide reduction and clearance sale. Everything is reduced except Warner's corsets and Centemerie kids, spanning both floors and all rooms to clear inventory.
The notice proclaims a semi annual sale with large reductions on a broad selection including dey woods carpets curtains and party items. It promises discounts on everything from ties to tablecloths and from braids to blankets with a vast inventory stated as 75000 dollars worth. The ad lists items from curling tongs to carpets and hair pins to bandkerchiefs, emphasizing broad stock availability.
A fragmented clipping reports political campaigns in Kansas and Oklahoma with election candidates, Bond issues, weather notes, and culture mentions. It notes deaths and prairie fire fears, upcoming public measures, and local leaders amid a chaotic mix of uncertain details and place names.
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