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Wichita Eagle

Location

Wichita, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 08, 1887

Page

2

Ancient Morphine No Good in Local Suicide Attempt

A muddled report describes Engel attempting self harm with multiple morphine pills and laudanum, with authorities noting the drugs’ effects. Dr Gray and other physicians discuss circumstances, intent, and possible punishment. The narrative references General Jackson and Wimby Thurman in a tangential constitutional context.

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CONTEST FOR DOORKEEPER IN CONGRESS BEGINS

Washington November 7 The contest for the doorkeeper of the House of Representatives has just begun with candidates including Semmel Dalli of Tennessee Hart of Mississippi and Asher Harnett of New York. The field features various parties and a division in the department, with observers noting the political implications for the Capitol staff.

Wasnisiius Noe House of Olin Semmel Dallipan Termesare Dunrkerpan Uke Asher Harnett New York Byatime Texe Minnesota Daniel K. Herter Coturevicenia Mr Kan Imad Henner Dickans Indiana Douen Kote

Chamberlain in New York mum on Irish question during visit

Joseph Chamberlain arrived in New York aboard the steamer Eturia and met British consul general William Lanebocker and Canadian deputy minister of marine Mon. Wm. Smith. He avoided discussing Irish policy, stating he could not comment on his plans, and said he would stay in New York a few days to study the situation before a possible audience. He emphasized seeking an amicable settlement on fisheries and pending questions.

Yoas Joseph Chamberlain Junge William Lanebocker Bretish Wm. Smith Marine of Canada Eni New York Joe Parlies Zasteville Nox Hal Zovetock Colonel Hoage Mainner Assixtante Ciscinnati & Muskingem Haltimore & Olio Zanesville, Newcomnersiawa Cleveland Railways Scum Ciduiphell Cnes Bona Iis Pitt Bonnie de Sabloth Tallinore Chaim Cal Haone

Scaffolds Ready and Weather Report Summary

The article reports ongoing scaffold preparations for an execution with a panel hearing and reinstatement. It notes a court session by Commissioner Himmelgarry and references a future hearing. Weather forecasts cover Missouri cooler air and Kansas warmer conditions with light variable winds.

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ELOPED WITH A BRAKEMAN AND RUNS AWAY INDIANA TOWN

A sensational State report describes Mrs Girton Ford eloping with her brakeman from Newton. They fled by carriage toward Peabody, leaving her husband Wells in Wellinasen to deal with the breach. A separate dispatch notes a skeleton excavation in Arizona and other global items.

Girtoning David Gifford W. Howard Peaboils Che Hiisband Wellinasen

Female streetcar conductors in Chile widen urban duties

Chilean streetcar managers hire women as conductors adding to service roles. The article notes they wear distinctive uniforms and handle fares, with police help for troublesome riders. Double deck cars feature roof seating and attentive conductors who manage tickets, change, and lunches, while some riders mock the novelty.

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The Petersburg Crater Explosion Describes a Bombardment Disaster

A fragmentary narrative details a violent explosion at Petersburg with the earth’s mass being hurled upward breaking guns and carriages, debris raining down over the battery and nearby works, as troops scramble to safety and a lieutenant wakes from a nap as the blasts unfold.

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