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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1889
Page
1
In a rapid retail surge, Challies and Sateens offer steep discounts from last week with futures pointing to a price storm. Frere's Koechlin Sat teens at 19 cents drew Monday market chatter as buyers flock to the fresh season goods. wholesale values fluctuate as counters thin and demand spikes.
Munson and McNamara promote heavy discounts on Challis and Satin fabrics with prices dropping to 19 cents for picorchii and imported sateens. They claim extraordinary demand, limited supply, and plan large volume purchases to sustain big bargains for customers, featuring wool blends and low yardage prices around 18-61-4 cents.
A lively display of light fabrics and early discounts draws shoppers. The retailer touts hundreds of hose bargains, yard goods at low prices, and a Keystone cooking school exhibit, urging visits to compare value and quality.
In Columbus Indiana on May 2 a father fatally shot his daughter’s suitor after resisting her marriage to Maiteio Newcomt. Authorities say the assailant persisted in the match against the father’s wishes and was arrested following the incident.
The May report by the agricultural department statistician details European deficits and surpluses across cereals, butter, cheese, and cotton, comparing European production with American output. It notes wheat as Europe’s main export concern, Europe’s reliance on imports for cotton, and the potential effect of production shifts on imports and domestic consumption. Figures discuss bushels, pounds, and trade balances among Europe, the United States, and Canada, with emphasis on cotton and cereal markets and the possible impact of policy actions.
A statistical summary notes Europe and the United States dominate wool production and exports. Europe could meet own needs but relies on cheaper American wool. the U S supplies four fifths of local wool, while one tenth of agricultural output is exported. Sugar, flax, hemp, and other fibers are discussed as potential export goods, with emphasis on quality and domestic price stability. A brief British grain market update follows, then a note on the marriage of Fanny Davenport to Melbourne McDowell in New York.
A three cornered contest in Guthrie yielded a ruling that the first occupant failed to heed the legal time for settlement, invalidating his claim. The city ordinance for voter registration and a June 7 election drew general approval, with officials pushing for formal notification of commissions before action. Plans for Osage and Cherokee dealings unfold as tensions over land sales and leases persist.
Weather bulletin reports unusual warmth in eastern and southern districts, with cooler Northwest, Minnesota, and Montana under snow. Rainfall above normal across upper Midwest and Atlantic coast regions, aiding crops, while hot dry spells hurt South Atlantic and Gulf states. Texas wheat harvest aided by recent rains but oats damaged. overall crop conditions improving in most regions. Military vacancy contest centers on Adjutant General post with Velero and Whipple favored. promotions tied to top command reshuffles. Also notes barley area changes and deep-water project investigations in Texas and California.
San Francisco May 20 The steamer Rockton bearing the wrecked men of the Vandalia arrives from Apia Samos in command of Captain Panqualine. ten officers and seven sailors remain at Apia. The fourth victim of the Forrest City riot in Ark is identified as a prominent Republican who did not fire the fatal shot that killed Sheriff Wilson. The cause of the trouble remains under investigation.
Officers and crews of the Frenton and Vandalia depart Apia aboard the Rockton bound for Mare Inland Yard after a storm. Commodore Adams and staff remain with 75 sailors under Lieutenant Casimather Lyon. The Trentons band aboard played as the ships pulled away amid cheers, signaling a tense transfer and anticipated arrival of other American warships.
A chaotic riot at Forte Cita Arkansas on March 1st left multiple fatalities and injuries. Sheriff Learnt pursued suspects while Governor Eagle debated jailing measures as unrest spread through the town. Authorities described the scene as dangerous with cold weather hampering efforts and investigations continuing into who instigated the disturbance.
Early May 21 in Devon II a crash of two central engines occurred near the Cairo Short Line. Engine No DM driven by William Clark collided with No 2s after a swift approach to water tanks. Several crews injured as freight cars were jolted. Charges of mismanagement denied. inmates and staff deny abuses at the institution. Reports also mention investigation updates from Woodruff on a missing body case.
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