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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1888
Page
1
The Reading Railroad strike continues with thousands of miners idle and rail yards short of staff. Reports from Pittsburg refer to iron and glass workers rallying, with widespread industrial impact across Pennsylvania towns and supply disruptions across coal and steel sectors.
A report details Jacob Howhe Delaplane a Portage Straw Works clerk who vanished and is a large defaulter. The investigation notes a book shortage and ongoing inquiry while colleagues recall his respected standing. Investigative notes mention a nationwide rise in railroad investments and related losses across multiple states.
In New York Governor Hill presents a message urging several key legal reforms. The report notes a fatal riot in Texas and details deaths and confrontations at a Wills residence, including injuries to Robert McKenzie and King, with arrests of McKenzie, Joe Parent, and Frank Comisky. The piece covers funeral rites for Patrick Mealy and references political and social tensions surrounding Prohibition era enforcement.
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