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Newspaper

Wichita Eagle

Location

Wichita, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 30, 1889

Page

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Awful Revolver Deed at Clearwater Bank Leads to Critical Wound

J A Newcome of Wichita shot himself in the head during a bank visit in Clearwater. The bullet reportedly passed through the brain and lodged on the opposite side. His recovery is doubtful as financial troubles are suspected to drive the act. nearby, Mr Tillinghast's revolver was found and police await further details. A separate note reports a skeleton found along the Ninnesoah River with a butcher knife, bullet moulds, and leather seal, later buried near Conway Springs.

Biepatch Clearwater Kaw J. A. Newcome Wichita Catiair Newcome Mr. Tillinghast Mr Newcome Second Street Daily Eagle Cosway Srnises Kan Ninueseah River The Conway Springs Star

Politics in Glare A Senatorial Contest on the Horizon

Heavy rains and gusts sweep through Asheald Kansas as county politics heat up. Clark county leads crops and influence, while delegates debate the Coldwater convention outcomes and judicial contest with emphasis on Judge Price’s neutral stance and strong executive reputation.

Speiel Baca Asheald Kan Clark County Kansas Coldwater Due Tate Abie Pressot Willis G. Exitrell Meade Clack County Tre Hoo F.C

Destructive cyclone harms McPressex region with wide damage

A cyclone formed near McPressex Kansas and moved eastward causing severe destruction. It struck John Nightingale's house three miles east of Elyria, removing the structure and forcing the family to seek refuge in a cellar. Houses including B Hatziot's were destroyed.

Kan Mar Elyria John Nightingale B. Hatziot

Barton county news and weather around May

A severe storm saved by cellar refuge. crops like corn and wheat harvested. large Paleotee hail measured thirteen Omeben in girth. A cow injured, but no lives lost. Heavy rainfall continues with hopes of a wet spell and wheat yields possibly reaching 3,000,000 bushels. Maud Pickle killed by Hebtmine near Guthrie. Reports of good rains and rising vegetation across the area.

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JAMES MARTIN DEAD AT ATCHISON KANZAS

James Martin father of ex Governor Martin and A H Martin died at his Atchison residence last night. He was a veteran Kansas citizen and served as postmaster of Atchison from 1961 to 17. Junction City jottings note new Fort Huey building contracts and artillery arrivals. Crops suffered rains in Geary county and a fatal accident near Spencerville after a man was hit by a train. Wellington fair association reorganized for late August exhibition. Bedwell acquitted in a murder trial at Oskaloosa. Kansas matters at the capital cover land district changes and multiple appointed postmasters and pensions. Frosts reported in New York.

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Haytien commission appointment tale fuels rumor mill

Reports circulate about how the Haytian commission was named and withdrawn. Beverly Tucker and General Lew Wallace were selected, with conflicting accounts of White House and State Department actions, broadcast through press channels and debated by Washington insiders.

Wasurxetos Haytien Legation Hasti United States Hayti Legitime Preston Clyde New York United Sites Hayts White House State Department Beverly Tucker Lewi Wallace Associated Press Pruden White Horse J V'Elock Momlaguiyit Jcourney London Premates Jif Howe Ticker Fit Tucker Abraham Liccolo Ben Preman Heverly Tucker Wadnor Yatortty Edos Parker Stephen Bikina Abe Senate G. Pavch West Virginia Cemiral Rijrondt Beverly Tacker John Surratt Sohn Wilkes Booth Ales Charcee Mae Ubefal Blawne

Iron Ore Found Two Miles West of Guthrie Shatters Hopes

Guthrie region excitement rises as a rich iron ore deposit is reported two miles west of the city. Experts deem the ore largely pure and plentiful with potential to rival famed mines in Connecticut. A mass gathering will view ore samples as locals plan surveys and future developments. Meanwhile city affairs see Marshal Walker appoint H D Baker chief deputy and a new Capital additions project touted for growth.

Walker H D Baker Oklahoma Territory Columbia Eagin Gramm Saulsbury Connecticut KAYLY Guthrie Oklahoma Wrs Dyer Marshal Needies Guthrie Fins Tollay Commercial Bank Oklahoma Avenue Wichita

Mexico Congress debates extend California to U S

May 2 rumors swirl that Congress might extend California into the United States while senators support the plan. Immigrant controls and quotas for Vera Cruz Chiapas Tabasco regions are discussed as a late-session measure amid official assurances.

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Death by Own Action Amid Chaos in 19th Century New Yeas

Fragmented report shows multiple violent events and a murder by self-inflicted gunshot in New Yeas area, with chaotic street details and local names like Sisko Bar ken and Livacelt ii. The text also touches on a hurricane in Australia, Good Templar lodge activities, and scattered city incidents, all reflecting a period newspaper's inconsistent OCR.

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