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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1888
Page
9
Long dispatch from May 12 reports on the German emperor's faltering health and the escalating possibility of conflict. Weather and political speculation mix with reports of diplomacy with England and Tripple Alliance tension. The text notes Husbands and officials tracking the king’s condition, doctors’ assessments, and cautious steps toward potential war.
The report notes Minister Romare acknowledging no quick shift to free zone policy but states sentiment favors it. discussions reference constitutional limits, U S Mexico relations, and potential reciprocity treaties. Debate covers congressional views on tariffs, labor questions, and party positions, with emphasis on stability and cautious reform.
A street car in city at Fourteenth Street was struck by a Rock Island switch engine causing serious injuries to several passengers including Mrs Ancle Smith William Bulger and EB FP Haseell. The driver signaled and track clear but the car was thrown off the track destroying the front platform. An investigation will follow. Multiple other incidents noted include a coal tram accident near Cleveland and a fire on Delaware Street with property losses and injuries. reports mix in one chaotic wire-service-like snippet with unrelated dialogue.
PT Barnum recounts Jenny Lind stories revealing her noble compassion and generosity. He recalls a Boston concert ticket incident, her reluctance to meet strangers, and how she aided a poor working girl with a gold pin gift. Her charitable concerts in England and wealth from U.S. tours are noted.
An antiquated account details experienced hemp eaters abstaining from stimulants before a chaotic hashish session. It outlines prelude meals, pipe smoking, dancing, and music, followed by repeated dreamlike intoxication, with references to lavish settings, slaves, and public viewings, ending in a shift to vendor listings for fabrics and garments at the end.
Fragmentary report discusses female diseases and quarantine by a medical office and consulting services. Details are illegible, with references to treatment and perceived attention but no clear names, dates, or outcomes.
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