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Newspaper

Wichita Eagle

Location

Wichita, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 06, 1889

Page

5

Wichita News Briefs and City Election Notes

Fragmented OCR passage recounts local events: city vote results by precincts, with early returns favoring Doran and Brown in various offices, notes about township tallies, and reports on social events, church gatherings, a flower show, and an upcoming free concert. Mentions Valle Center, Greeley, and Wichita, with several named individuals and agencies referenced.

Monarch Doran J. S. Brown T. Brown Brown Imeas Thie Kacr Lesen Bewart Frean Valley Center North Pre Murphy Hendershot , Democrata J. K. Crown Cartwright R. Cone

Death Sentence Reprieved for David Lemon Until January

David Lemon, under death sentence for the 1889 killing of Sergeant Porter Webster at Fort Reno, received a two month reprieve from President Harrison. The delay followed efforts by his attorneys and new affidavits. Lemon, born in Leavenworth, will turn 21 in January. The case cites self defense and prior hostility as key factors, with ongoing appeals for clemency and possible commutation.

David Lemon Harrison Lemon Washisotos D.C Sls Walker U. of Fe Ker U. S Muratat Beir David Lemion el T Mil W. H. B. Minter Alty United States Porter Webster Leavenworth Litte Vith Infanery U. 5 Fort Reno J. 1 Sally Rowe Sue Louse Sally Brown Webster Tio Wis Fred Indietu Poster McMeachen McMenehen

Keep it Dark shines at Crawford’s Wickits West Side

Crawford’s opera house presented Keep it Dark a lively musical comedy to a large Wickits audience. Cast members including W. T. Bryant as J Vaselin and Lizzie Richmond as Clementine de Lancey received strong applause for versatile, humorous performances and a rich soprano voice. The company, praised for polish, continues with further performances as the run extends through the week.

Crawford Gilaxy Geo Holy W.T. Bryant J. Vaselin Jamen Quinlan Ujet Lizzie Richmond Clementine de Lancey Ubalia Will A. Black Edward Everett Chas Carroll Seelox West Mr. Wood Oleo Mastering Th “Dichwne Wielita Rane Mins Indley Crawford's Opera House Florence J. Hindley High Street Migs Dilutley Jessie Wich Binnese Harold Mute Maynard Kuita Franks Seine Wwlves Jhris Hoerie Keuile Monset John SV Foster Dan McCarthy Wicat Hong Dan Mcflurray Gus Reynolds Belo Mike McChutebey

Browns to Face Clippers in Exibition at Clip der Park

The Browns, former world champions, travel to Port Scott for an exhibition game against the Clippers, state champions, at Clip der Park. Delays in arrival noted, with Silver King among the listed players and team positions including pitcher, catcher, and infielders.

St. Tauls Browes Clippers Clipper Ioe Port Scott Browns

Election stirs district court as quiet returns noted

Courts activity paused by election with probate records issued to Thomas Matterson of Pueblo Lizzie Springer of Milton J M Tucker and Nera Wood of Wichita. A J Hyde reports J W Lamb estate and A F Romig druggist permit hearing set for December 10 1586. Church groups plan meetings and a fundraiser fair at Mayflower Congregational Oak Street Presbyterian and Fire Baptist church. Children’s Home directors meet November 7 at 8 p.m. related notices mixed with arrests for drunks during the holiday period.

District Court Aut Common Pleas Court Tueritnge Leenses Lasviedt Thomas Masterson Pueblo Lizsie Springer Militon M. Tucker Nera Wood Wichits A. Hyde J. W. Lamb A. F. Romig Fallen Angels King's MayZower Congregational Church Thoretay Ali

Counterfeit Ivory Soaps Deceptive in Quality Claim

Numerous soaps claim to be "just as good as the Ivory" but fail to match its distinctive quality. Consumers urged to insist on genuine Ivory Soap, warning that counterfeits lack the true character of the real product.

Mra Bragler Mra Shaw First Street Santa Seswiten Ceprright Ly Hreever & Canehly

New York Store Proclaims Value and Fresh Arrivals

The store asserts it offers goods as good as any market and at lower prices. It highlights a wide stock in dress goods, novelty items, and a strong carpet department with current patterns. Purchasers are promised new consignments daily and a chance to win prizes including portraits and engravings.

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