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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1890
Page
2
Weather bulletin reports northeast winds increasing, river expected to rise with crevasse threats along the Mississippi. Railroads and levees under strain from wind and water as officials vow precautions and slow travel to prevent disasters.
The Memphis region reports heavy weather impacts with rivers rising and a flood outlook. Officials warn of high water threatening levees and roads as the Arkansas River path and nearby tributaries show worsening levels. Local authorities urge readiness as storms continue.
Severe river weather described from New Orleans to Cairo notes the Mississippi at three tenths foot above record highs and rising, with major levee concerns, Arkansas River activity, and warnings of continued high water. Reports detail flooding risk, preparations, and ongoing structural strain along the floodplain.
In San Francisco at the Occidental Athletic Club a March 11 bout between Billy Murphy of Australia and Tommy Warren of California for £1800 featured a grueling fight. The referee awarded Murphy the decision after Warren endured multiple knockdowns and fouls, sparking crowd protests before the ruling.
An attempt on Constable A D Prater by hit man Stallnecker lead to a fatal stabbing at the officer’s home. Prater fled, sought aid, and a posse tracked Stallnecker to his house where he lay dead from multiple wounds. Stallnecker leaves a wife and children.
March 4 Pavia reports Premier Tirard and all cabinet ministers have resigned amid a parliamentary vote that rejected a motion supporting the government. President Caigot urged delay after Easter, while the administration contemplates next steps and Unity reforms. The political turmoil follows a strained treaty debate and confidence crisis.
From New York a vivid column describes a nationwide craze in hand photography, focusing on a delicate cuff and wrist in a famous image. The piece notes a single photographer dominating the market, capturing aristocratic and private hands, with crowds at Broadway venues and a bustling street life painting a lively metropolis scene.
A narrator recalls meeting Mrs Kendal at the Victoria hotel, praising her stage presence and charm. The piece portrays her as stylish, intelligent, and deeply affecting in performance, contrasting her public poise with personal warmth and dignity.
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