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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1887
Page
1
A fragment notes warm unseasonable weather reducing sales during a week labeled miscus with a plan to double down on discounts and prompt customers to prepare for the coming cold. The piece mocks doubt as a drag on business and urges proactive preparation despite current warmth.
The advertisement promotes silk plushes and velvets at 1 to 2 cents, fancy striped velvets at 3.5 cents, 40 inch check flannel dress goods at 33.5 cents, new braid sets for skirts, eventing shades in striped velvets, ponpariel velveteen at 48 cents per yard, and eight inch mourquetaire gloves at $1 per pair. It also touts Nature’s Fashion Plate evening goods with colors from 60 cents to $2 per yard and custom tailoring services with fast turnaround.
In Nov 14 reports from Qarenco a procession displayed blood red revolutions on every breast while national symbols were protected by police. Anarchists contested banners yet the veteran’s presence drew cheers and the Stars and Stripes was placed atop the procession, amid tense street scenes and cautions.
Avondale residents mourn Samuel C. Tatum Jr whose death at his family mansion on Kasota avenue sparked rumor and a later revelation. A French-descended widow, said to be his lawful wife, appeared at the mansion demanding the body and was later remarried inside the house. The Tatum family, aristocratic in the area, faces no legal contest over her claims as the estate looms large.
A man identifying himself as ELH Williams arrived in Chattasouws Tennessee seeking his wife who earlier attempted suicide on a streetcar by taking morphine. He was arrested on suspicion after telegraphic inquiries pointed to prior frauds in South Carolina and Ohio. Authorities sought identity papers to confirm the prisoner.
In Morganville a gang of safe crackers obtained about $1,000 from a local strongroom before escaping. Separately, a new Leavenworth Kan dummy line accident disrupted service as a switch fault caused injuries to a fireman and shook riders. officials reported the engine unscathed and hospital care given.
The Board of Trade of Lincoln charges unjust and unreasonably high freight rates on the Missouri Pacific Railway from St. Louis to Lincoln. It cites discrimination against Lincoln and compares with other routes, seeking restitution for overcharges and redress. The New Orleans Cotton Exchange also accuses the New Orleans and Cincinnati Pacific Hall Company of improper rate practices, urging lower cotton shipment rates to New Orleans.
The dispatch mixes multiple fire incidents in different states. In Minnesota a major blaze threatens St Paul as winds fuel the flames amid an anxious rescue and insurance concerns. Nearby, a farm and barn burn in Indiana with heavy losses. Reports from Georgia and New York mention property damage and labor disputes, painting a chaotic national picture of fires, injuries, and legal tensions.
A fragmented report describes the opera Sera’s performance in Panama City with vivid stagecraft and critical praise. The piece notes impressive vocal display, scenic effects, and audience response, while detailing a chaotic interlude involving an attempted assassination near the Washington armory and security reactions. Separate market notes cover cattle and hog prices, and shifts in farmer markets.
Anarchists Fielden and Sehewab arrive and are put to work in Joliet. Dickinson of Michigan accepts postmaster general portfolio. A deadly fire devastates Bevesville Kansas while several robberies and shootings unfold across towns including a Wichita event and an Indian village disturbance. Police work to curb the chaos.
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