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Wichita Eagle

Location

Wichita, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 01, 1889

Page

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Plush Garments In Sacks Sell Fast At Auction

The dealer reports a phenomenal sale of most of the stock last week with customers setting prices. About half the entire stock was sold and roughly 40 plush garments remain in sacks including three quarter length and Modjeskas.

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Beaver Impacts Drawn In Newmarkets And Wraps

A brief notice notes fashion items including long wraps and headwear among women in Beaver. The text mentions about 36 items in Beaver with references to Cassemere and Silk and an additional count around 100.

Muses and Childrens Wrays Offer Lifetime Opportunity

A dealer proclaims no carries for the season, inviting buyers to name their price on available items and secure them this opportunity of a lifetime.

Exodus of Negro Labor Shakes Alabama Black Belt

A lengthy report outlines a Westward movement of Black Belt residents seeking work in Texas and Louisiana. Agents linked to railroad expansion竞 seek labor, while postwar shifts left cotton estates underused. The piece notes depopulation of the belt, emigration causes, and regional economic impact.

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FIRE AT SEDGWICK DESTROYS CITY HALL AND RECORDS

Fire at Sedgwick Kansas leveled the city hall early Sunday burning township and police records and law books. The fire was stopped from destroying a nearby barn by the fire company and chemical engine. Incendiary theory suspected as the cause.

Daily Eagle Sergwick Kan Dye Charles Schaefer

Interstate Law Divides Officials Yet Seeks Remedy

Chicago December report on the Commercial Club meeting discussing the interstate commerce law and its impact on railroads and business. Senator Dawes urges balanced regulation and improved enforcement. talks on pooling bans and rate conformity, with Ingalls noting the law’s staying power and need for inter-railway agreement.

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Bold Snerk Thieves Loot Indianapolis Post Office

Police report a daring robbery at the Indianapolis post office money order department. A man lured the chief outside with a private business claim, while another conspirator removed funds from behind the counter. About $150 to $200 were taken, with officers tracing suspects within minutes. Earlier, a similar scheme at a central bank caused similar uproar.

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Strike Grows Over Railroad Engineerrs Boycott Across State

Local paper reports a brewing strike among railroad engine drivers led by Chicago firms excluding three lines. Sources say major railroads plan to stop hiring “Q” engine workers, aiming to pressure employers. Blockades and protests ripple through Wisconsin and surrounding states as unions vow solidarity and mass gatherings.

Creago Dee Chicago Clicaga, Burllogien & Quincy Railroad Gener Tara Jim Lizlows

Turbulent Debate In Pekin Over State Edict

A mistyped report from Pekin details rising tensions as officials discuss a new state edict. The document prompts criticism from factions aligned with the Outer stance, while observers note growing unrest and questions about its impact on local governance and employment.

Attorney General Seeks Forture Of Telegraph Lines

The attorney general seeks decree of forfeiture and excheat of telegraph properties including lines and franchises of the Baltimore and Ohio Telegraph company and competing lines. He claims ownership disputes around stock and assets amid state proceedings.

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Washington Celebration Promises Pageant and Trade News

A long mixed report details preparations for a Washington celebration with a focus on university involvement and civic display. Mentions Pratt Purchase, Washing University ties, and a ceremonial representative for Delaware alongside a discussion of gold imports and exports.

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