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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1889
Page
1
Store proclaims merit brings lasting benefits with an array of bargains. Window displays include items described as fine comforts and stylish garments, offered at 188 cents each though some claim values up to 300 cents. Shoppers invited to judge quality as selections are closed this week.
Broadcloth and dress goods offered in assorted colors and weights. Items include all wool trivets and habit cloths at low prices, French broadcloths and other fine fabrics with numerous discounts this week. Special offers on vests and alterations, strong value emphasized throughout.
Local retailer announces large surplus of fine blankets from various makers and offers deep discounts this week. Customers can find extra sizes and high quality western made blankets, with urgent call to action for quick purchases.
A local shop advertises seal plush wraps in sizes 34 30 and 40 with trimmed heads and sable fur accents. The item, labeled by the former owner as I et 81Sec, is priced at 15 and described as a limited time offer likely to sell quickly.
A fragmentary ad notes 40 inch English corkscrew snifings priced at 75 cents, 40 inch silk warp Henrietta colors at ST12 cents, and 1 inch fine colored Rhadame at 125 cents. Robes by Madame Liggett with linings priced from 35.10 to 80.75, advertised as great bargains with limited stock remaining.
A local dry goods ad promotes kid cloaks in 1 2 and 3 year sizes marked down from 10 dollars to 6.50 and further to 50 cents. It touts Trade Palace millinery half price, half price corsets, Jersey vests, natural wool garments, and pieces of crepe liege at 10 cents.
In this department sole prominent values focus on celebrated fast black hosiery for ladies and children. If you are wanting hosiery we can do you good with our selections and advertised deals.
Ladies embroidered hand kerchiefs priced at 25 cents each. All linen initial handkerchiefs reduced from 50 cents to 25 cents. Colored border handkerchiefs 24 cents. Crepe silk mufflers in new colors offered at 1 25 cents each.
Six plush pieces, each 16 inches wide, in white and cream. Formerly priced at 85 ots, now reduced to 52 cents. Good quality fabric with strong value at the sale price.
Short sale notice invites customers to buy remaining wool dress goods at 112 ecents per piece, saying most pieces are priced higher and a few at 15 12 cents will satisfy buyers. Shoppers are urged to see the goods.
A brief item notes the sale of four scarlet funnel pieces marketed as medicated and priced at 20 cents each, with a total value of 40 cents for the lot.
A department store touts bargains on towels and damask with prices from 25 to 125 cents. Large towels, bleached damasks, and fancy hemstitched pieces are advertised as substantial savings for a limited week, urging customers to see and buy now.
A large line of all wool scarlet blankets of good size and utility will be offered this week. They are advertised at 260 cents a pair, with quality compare at 269 cents, presenting a bargain for buyers seeking value.
Bargain dress ginghams offered at about 24 pieces in dark and spring colors priced per yard at 78 or 84 cents. Quality fabrics marked down from typical 10 cent value to 7 to 8 cents. Additionally 100 fancy face veils selling at 15 cents each.
Teresa Jan 10 report shows slow start as Senate and House form committees. High contention for chairmanships, focus on windfall costs of sessions, and protests over penitentiary inquiry. Senate adjourns to Monday with a joint session set for Tuesday to elect a state printer.
Jan 10 reports extensive arrangements for upcoming entertainments at the Soldiers Home camp. State committees work on locating a soldiers home at Fort Hare as part of new settlement efforts. William T. Colemas Co. commissioner credits a satisfactory settlement with creditors though exact terms are not disclosed.
The storm wrecked Pittsburg, leaving hundreds unaccounted and a city shrouded in darkness. Rescue efforts continue as officials estimate casualties near a hundred, with many injured and houses ruined. Mayor Kenny calls for aid while hospitals open private homes for victims.
A severe early January storm swept Hanmeori Pennsylvania and Wheeling West Virginia causing extensive damage to homes, schools, and infrastructure. Reports describe collapsed buildings, downed telegraph lines, and widespread flood and wind damage across Ohio and neighboring states with many injuries and power outages.
Search for victims after yesterday's storm continues through the night and into tomorrow. Debris clearing will take days with exact casualty numbers pending completion. Early reports say several dozen graves and mangled remains were found near a wall and walk. three children remain at risk.
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