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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1889
Page
1
Crowds flock to the dress goods counter as store touts unmatched values this season. Bargains include 40 inch all wool dress flannels under half value, 75 cent Black Henriet tas, 38 inch all wool Tricots at 29 cents, novelty patterns at 7.50, and 20 cent double fold all wool suitings. Also feature 90 cent habit cloths, 42 inch Mohair suitings at 50 cents, a 48 cent reinforced shirt, and 25 cent handkerchiefs for lace.
A short warning notes many soaps imitate Ivory Soap but fail to match its unique qualities. Readers are urged to ask for Ivory Soap and insist on obtaining it, citing copyright by Preter & Gerbie.
New York report notes gradual trade improvement, with lower weekly price declines and improving conditions in interior cities though overall export and commodity prices remain volatile. Wheat, corn, and rye show mixed movements as farmers prepare for seeding. several regions report better than last year while some sectors lag.
Justice Matthews of the Supreme Court died at 10 o clock in Washington after a long illness marked by intense pain. Family and staff described a cheerfully hopeful but increasingly frail state with semi conscious periods before death. Funeral arrangements were not finalized. burial planned for Spring Grove Cincinnati pending arrival of relatives. Senate adjourned as obituaries and tributes followed.
The Muskogee court report notes the president will likely send the new Oklahoma officials list to the Senate tomorrow. Nominations include a U.S. attorney and marshal for the Muskogee district. Osborne attorney Walrond may be named as acting attorney. he previously served in the legislature and was a candidate for speaker.
March 12 dispatch details Lieut Carson commanding U S troops at O Kleinma and Oklahoma Station. A twelve day reconnaissance through Ukichonuk Town ends with clashes, detentions, and orders to remove inhabitants while defending public domain. Farther notes discuss the Walker case and a separate sale plan for Ohio property with terse legal proceedings and bidding conflicts.
A dramatic escape occurred at a depot near Lodard Ave and Twelfth St when a fire broke out in a baggage facility. Flames spread through the crowded area as workers and bystanders fled. Civil authorities coordinated action while a few residents sustained injuries. damage was extensive with losses around 1,006 dollars.
Fragmented OCR text describes a March vote or policy event tied to a government, consul discussions, and reactions to legal matters. Mentions Krapps and Berlis names, external pressures from Prussia Denmark and Britain, and market activity amid unsettled legalities. Contains scattered references to March dates and international figures, but lacks coherent narrative or verifiable facts.
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