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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1889
Page
8
Fragmented OCR text shows partial names and phrases with no clear event. Readable items include scattered person names and partial phrases, suggesting a damaged local notice or column snippet with minimal discernible facts.
The piece outlines Niger Delta groups Brass Bonny Bonny and Opobo ruling elites, their animist worship of the python and sacred serpent, colonial bans on these rites, a violent crackdown on an agent who killed a sacred animal, and missionary efforts that spurred social change. It notes a Bonny town massacre during Easter and a shift toward Christian influence ending long rituals while detailing local uprisings and punishment.
Proclamation by Mayor P Allen of Wichita Kansas sets Tuesday April 20 1689 as election day for mayor three justices of the peace six board of education members and numerous council seats across five wards with terms and unexpired terms specified. Also texts advertise railway features and local services amid broad municipal notices.
A fragment advertising embroidery and lace flouncings with varied prices and terms. Mentions Crystal Lace Flonncings and Brick Lace designs, Templeton Shape importation, ladies fashion, and weekly cheap offers. Includes numerous figures and conversions, plus linen and satin listings.
Fragmented OCR item hints at a sale from a factory offering items like corsets and hosling veils at reduced prices. Mentions a 1049 price reference and a sale week with reduced costs. Details are heavily garbled and hard to confirm.
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