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Newspaper

Wichita Eagle

Location

Wichita, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1888

Page

5

Marital News and Civic Notes From Wichita

Local notices report marriages in the city, including Mr. Willem Aldrich and Miss Jehana Heathen, and Mr. Howard Schimer, with a baby born. The revival at the ME church draws crowds as lessons on love and holiness unfold, while city officials discuss post office moves and street lighting, and incidents include a man’s suicide attempt and various arrivals at hotels.

Judge Walker Willem Aldrich Jehana Heathen Connellman Buckridge Verter Tael Schirvler Electric Davis Schuyler Bnt Buckridge Electrc Muht Companions Aes Company Lichtina Company

Yellow Tea Affair Delights Society Ladies At Kramer Corbett Home

A unique yellow tea hosted yesterday at Mrs H T Kramer’s residence drew a stylish crowd. Guests arrived by carriage to a decorated drawing room with yellow motifs, rich damask, plush accents, and fragrant perfumed sachets. Numerous notable attendees praised the event as the season’s swell social affair.

HT. Kramer W. 8. Corbett Elt Mewlninies Geo. Rouse, Sr Geo. Rouse, Jr W. E. Stanley Sam Wineh Chas Hatton Frank 5 Chas Stith Will Hilbish Geo. Mathews Vail Geo. Majors O. H. Bently Moore A. W. Thomas Amos Houck W. C. Little Allen B. H. Campbell Lord Ferris A. Waldman A. W. Oliver Frank Oliver Wm. Inuess Heller H. Bliss J. D. Hewert J. PR. Allen L. D. Skinner R P. Murilock Reuben Keys L. A. Walton Levy N. FP. Niderlander Ds Joe Staley Colonel Jocelyn Welder

The Catholic Fair At School House Draws Crowd

A large crowd attended the Catholic fair at the school house last night. Ladies worked hard, volunteers circulated temptations from horse and snigxy to silk gowns, boosting hopes for a financial success. Contributions included cash, groceries, fruit, shoes, clothing, and various trinkets from many residents and local businesses. Officers and helpers listed include Liby Lan, Genevieve Castello, Emma Crist, Josie Stafford, and Paul O Zane as general secretary. acts by Lena Shaw, Professor Beach, and De Gruitenstein added to the program.

Dr. Snake Anna Stanton Agnes Lynch Coleman M. Lilly Hess ‘Arrett Wichita Grocery Waltron S. M. Supply Co Wichita Cracker Factory Mm. Winenfluh Dol Vahey M. Poffenberger Mes. Wentzell Morris & Cook H. Gates Jacknor Bros M. Broadway M. Hennie Loonem Demare Biros M. Eaton Livingston Mr. Hunter Frank Elenbeck G. W. Stover Ovi Stlent B. Healey Bomnetti Voren de Cologne M. Stanter I. J. McNamara M. Roberts Young Ladies Department Mis Libylan Genevieve Castello Emma Crist Josie Stafford Nolan Mises Jeni McKenne Anna Missinger Ida Moore Ella McDonald Carrie Christmas Mollie Kane Rebekah Lon Friend Rose Termes Pierce Holliday Paul O'Zane Lena Shaw Professor Beach Wll-Present Corning de Gruitfenstein Kerman Susa

Wichita City Board Adopts Expanded Directorship and Transit Plans

The Humane Society notes a board expansion from seven to eleven with new members Mrs Thomas Mrs Weitzel and Mrs Packer added. A committee will prepare a city ordinance, Lew Aspey named special agent. Wichita street railway plans priority to ease South Water street congestion, extending lines to Lincoln and toward South Main as two companies coordinate to minimize interference. Court actions include probate filings, civil cases, and arrests with multiple fines and hearings noted.

Board of Ausclinns Carlisle Jon. Palin Ee Pasafik Gitte W. P. McNair Geo W. Walter Geo. C. Strong Awn. Deming W. E. Earl Jax F. Coaly L.A. Merchant W. J Wilson Todd FL. Hinsdale John J. Couly Thomas Weitzel Packer Mex Dunbar Messrs Stanley, Clement and Douglas Lew Aspey Wichita Street Railway Wichita & Suburban Wichita & Valley Center Motor Line M Dickison Strong South Water Street Wichita Street Railway Company South Water Lincoln Street South Town Hier South Main Neem Itelinied Sith Opera House Water Street

Ward Redrawing Sparks City Political Feud

Local debate over dividing Wade into six wards triggers boundary maneuvers. Councillors discuss merging First and Sixth wards and shifting lines to boost representation. Observers note conflicting plans and cliques shaping proposals, with talks of east Fire street area and Douglas avenue additions and Third ward expansion toward Central Main.

Douglas Avenue Emporis Dollegy Mocth Central Main Mais Street

First Baptist Church Mourns Loss of Mrs Harleigh

A fragmentary obituary notes Mrs. Harleigh, born in September, longtime member of the First Baptist band, joined the church as a youth and remained faithful, later amid church foundation events she and her husband helped establish. It records a life of faith, family sorrow, and devotion to their congregation.

Couneilman C.F. Derby Los Angeles California Derby San Tome Dethy Gols Conniey Mcltosh Ketemnber Burleigh Uporianveater Baptist Church Heven Harper Gee Penywr Harleigh Maret Hir Harleight Fev Jeans First Baptist Band White City Uw Rharck

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