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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1889
Page
1
Retailers advertise Challies at 5 to 6 1-3 cents per yard and Sat teens at 19 cents, noting prices are one third off week-old levels. Market optimism clashes with forecasts of a storm as demand remains brisk and new, bright fabrics arrive for the season.
Local listing shows Munson and McNamara quoting a lawn price of three cents per yard and Good Batiste at six hundred fourteen cents, indicating a regional market rate for turf and related materials.
Bargain notices advertise a flood of cheap fabrics and dry goods from Charlis and Sateen, with prices cut dramatically. Extra fine batistes, sateens, and wool pre prints lead the sale while a Keystone cooking school exhibit lures shoppers.
The assembly debated amendments and reported results on motions presented by Lyon and others. Delegates including Dr Edward Lance spoke for missionary work. moderator presided as Charleston presbytery was commended. The vote on relief to remove tolladers and related actions concluded with a yes tally and continued sessions.
A Galveston telegram reports an elderly Center Street resident, believed to be former Colorado governor Gilpin's wife, died after brief illness. Mrs Gilpin, a well known St Louis figure, was linked to a lengthy court dispute over alimony and children, with details contested amid widespread scrutiny. A parallel Kansas and western states notice lists postmasters appointed and resignations across several counties, while Norfolk Iowa reports railway buildings burned and West Superior closes saloons amid labor strife.
Revenue steamer Hush sails from Behring Sea to enforce fur seal laws in Alaska waters under revised statutes. Navy orders call for seizure of vessels engaged in violations with penalties including fines and imprisonment, as sister steamer Tear prepares for Point Barrow operation.
May 21 report on proposed consular service reorganization. Officials discuss salaries, official fees, and the role of merchants and exporters in supporting consulates. Contends that many posts rely on fees to supplement wages. Also notes Supreme Court travel duties and pension appropriation concerns.
Harvest begins across Harper County with ripe wheat and rye, reports say. Fields show excellent yield as reapers move through the southern part of the county. crop prospects praised in Clark and Harper counties amid political chatter and local candidacy rumors.
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