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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1889
Page
2
Several delegations press General Harrison for cabinet positions led by General Wm. Mahone of Virginia as ex governor Simnith-A Denver man is named for a post. Petersburg and Reading victims revisited in a late report. Weather bulletin notes low temperatures, brisk winds, and mixed skies with a sharp cold snap forecast.
Semi coherent account notes visitors to Abraham Lincoln era meeting rooms with references to General Harrison era figures and requests for cabinet posts. Mentions include Governor Boult of Denver Des, Texas candidate for U S marshal chair, and Virginia delegation urging General Mahan to be officer amid party loyalty.
In New Louistan the Interstate Law factions clash over the long haul clause. They argue it fair so long as the crown competition remains, despite rail and ship interests. The report notes secret evidence lacking and potential penalties if found. Bankers and railroad leaders discuss reforms and rates.
Report outlines rescue work by exploring teams at Pittsburg with crews from Ruiz and Porras Ma. Eager responders recovered fourteen bodies and details of mining operations, hours until rescue, and ongoing search efforts at Whisk and surrounding sites.
The report covers a fatal wreck with several missing, four dead or dying, and two bodies recovered, with lingering debris recovery and coroner actions. It also includes meteorological notes from Signal Officer Stewart on the storm center near Chicago, wind directions, barometer drops, and atmospheric conditions. Additional items touch on English politics, Western rail plans, farmers alliance talks, and assorted international briefs.
An revised list shows additional victims found in the Reading silk mill ruins. The note lists Emma Nestor and many others among the dead and injured. Coroner to proceed with inquest as authorities plan burial and tribute actions.
A violent duel near Louisville pits Mewrishat and Charpentier against Frechette, with lethal blows from blades and blunt weapons. Charpentier's skull is crushed and Frechette is left mortally wounded as the river claim and telegraph failure mute witnesses.
In Port Dimon a major quarrel unfolds near Burt Useuvery bay as a crowd of roughly 4,000 witnesses a clash over a cargo of spitste and other goods. Officials Teussemia Tandy and Frank Halll oversee actions while Chinese traders and local laborers navigate tensions and a large overhoard attachment complicates the scene. The narrative mentions victorian smugglers, a looming Armada, and a chaotic melee with armed guards and gatekeepers at the harbor.
Fragmentary weather note from Milo Maine mentions river conditions and navigation issues. Parts reference a delayed or unsettled season with varied measurements and potential impacts on travel and transport.
Dr Q Moyer a 54 year old physician was shot dead at about 4 pm by his father in law Phillip Griffith in Stevens Port. Earlier quarrel between Griffith and his son in law Crand led to blows on Main Street. The elder Griffith confessed to the shooting saying Blood for blood as the fatal bullet struck just above the right ear. Mrs Meyers, wife of the doctor, died by her own hand according to the husband’s account. Coroner's jury considered murder but no verdict. warrants issued as officers pursue further evidence with a jury to hear tomorrow.
Baltimore reports reveal a secret syndicate aiming to control major breweries across New York Philadelphia Baltimore Cincinnati Chicago St Louis Rochester and to dominate the world beer trade. Agents surveyed local plants then negotiated terms for controlling interests while brewers split over participation.
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