22 Jun 1887
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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1887
Page
1
A Wichita shop slashes prices to clear stock with bargains on Silks, dress goods, lace, embroideries, and children's wear. Heavy discounts include 35 cent yard silks, half price silks, and 17 cent collars and cuffs. Two dressmaking departments promise quick, guaranteed workmanship.
A lengthy report details Queen Victoria's jubilee celebration with processions in London and Westminster Abbey. It notes crowds, ceremonial pageantry, royal family appearances, and congratulatory messages from U.S. President Cleveland. Separate items cover jubilee events in St. Joseph and Chicago, plus bank troubles in Fidelity National Bank, Crexland Wells Fargo offers rewards for bank robbers.
Domestic affairs detail a judge or jury handling the case of accused in the Wyandotte train wreck. Cora Lee trial coverage continues with testimony and witnesses. Weather notices, bank closure, and railroad commission actions headline a broad local update from Lyons to Leavenworth and beyond.
Fragmented OCR text describes a convention or meeting with unclear names and roles. It mentions a departure and references to officials, service terms, and possible governance. Details are obscured by garbled wording, leaving the event's purpose and participants largely uncertain.
Wattsey represents the Knights in a key semifinal bout, drawing attention to the challengers and their need for a cape. The event signals a push toward stronger gear and readiness for the upcoming matchup.
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