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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1887
Page
1
A cautious note reflects on last week’s warm spell reducing demand for dry goods. Management advises customers to brace for a cooler spell soon and to prepare for winter needs despite current unseasonable warmth. The message promotes staying guided by weather trends rather than optimism.
The ad touts velvet and velveteen fabrics at low prices from 56 1 2 cents to 63 1 8 cents, checks and braids for trims, and a new Nature's Fashion Plate line with autumn colorings from 60 cents to 2 00 per yard. It invites customers to visit for new dress goods and alterations.
Boston November 16 report of the Carney English lightweight champion and McAuliff of America in a brutal five hour bout near River Beach Hotel. Seventy four rounds, heavy punishment on both, referee halted with a draw and both men visibly punished amid wild crowd scenes and accusations of fouls. Also notes Arkansas forest fires near Helena and other brief items from banking and public notices.
The National W C T U met at Watkins Hall Nashville with delegates from many states. Highlights included remarks by Mrs Judge Thompson of Hillsboro and Pondiila Ramabal from India. A shootout between two newspaper men ended in one death. the coroner ruled death by suicide. The paper notes extensive temperance literature and a large turnout with press coverage.
Nova Scotia to Cape Breton rail debt sharing proposed by economist Atkinson in a long letter. He weighs a United States subsidy as a possible method to complete Canada’s western rail network, noting potential surplus revenue but questions the bargain for Canadians amid disputed provinces. A St. Louis forgery scare followed, with a suspicious letter postmarked there prompting police investigation.
A crowded digest of political notes in brief form includes Republicans holding 155 seats Democrats 165 Independents four in the House Merthur London mayor death in street car New York court martial ordered and auditor day reports. Also mentions the Italian Parliament opening and religious evangelist Williams planning new structures and university department with backing from supporters.
The page blends varied items including prohibition notices, a described desperado killing, and warnings of typhoid and dynamite incidents. It lists court actions, arrests, and police responses with fragmented OCR text mentioning Minneap olis and multiple individuals. The tone mirrors a bustling early 20th century tabloid with scattered crime notes and public notices.
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