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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1888
Page
1
Three seventy five price sale announces silk warp Henriettas cut from 125 cents to 59 cents and special offers on Francaise Sissy fabric at 93 cents. The note urges a storewide inspection in Wichita, promises best value, and refunds if not satisfied.
The notice lists 22 pieces of 3H inch all wool tricots in all shades at 45 cents a yard. Also offered are 10 dozen ladies jersey wool vests at 75 cents, 40 dozen merina vests and pants at 40 cents, 600 pair children’s wool mitts at a cent price, 40 inch cashmeres in shades at 40 cents, and 13 pieces turkey red table linen at 25 cents a yard with assorted other fabrics.
A careful examination of what we advertise as hangains is respectfully requested, inviting scrutiny of labeling and claims to ensure accuracy and avoid misrepresentation.
The chief constructor Thea Wilson submits initial Navy report to Secretary Whitney on last fiscal year's operations. Expenditures totaled 285400 for ship repairs tools and vessel contracts. details include fleet status with multiple ship types under construction, repair, or awaiting service. Projections for next year total 552,000 with 4000 needed for new ship gear. Hartford sloop repair estimate and Musketeer references appear, plus yard readiness at New York Norfolk and Mare Island for steel and iron warships. Wiping out hazing noted at naval academy with cadet counts declining from 272 at start to 191 at year end.
A Wichita retailer loudly proclaims astonishing bargains and compares current offers to last December, inviting locals to hurry before stocks run out. The message promises lower prices and exceptional value to entice customers in and around Wichita.
A brief note advertises watches jewelry and clocks with emphasized discounts and price appeal. The message invites readers to consider special offers and urges action now.
The report outlines disciplinary actions: thirteen thint Glass were tried for lazing towel clas men on a practice ship. nine were commmanded for dismissal by the court but pardoned by the president. Efforts to curb disruptive practices include prohibiting certain actions, with the department claiming indifference.
The National Board of Trade session in Chicago reviewed reforms and measures to aid the nation's prosperity. Resolutions urged Congress to cut lands taxes, fund defenses, promote steamship subsidies, and endorse the tonnage bill. Directors named vice presidents include Lane, Nattinger, and Coleman. Adjourned sine die.
The Trade Review reports scarce improvement in legitimate trade but overall large volumes in several sectors. Stock prices fell about 1.5 percent, wheat and corn exports rise, cotton and coffee show limited gains, and textile and shoe trades remain active. Iron, coal, and interior demand show mixed signals while bank clearings hold steady outside New York amid currency concerns. Minor crimes and casualties include ship loss near Cape Cod and a fatal fire in a factory, with various local incidents reported in New York and neighboring regions.
General Clark, clerk of the house, weighs in on party strength and uncertain districts. He cites California First, Kentucky Second, North Carolina Second, West Virginia Fourth, and New York as pivotal, predicting a close fight for control of the next Congress and noting several deaths may affect seating and certificates of election. A cautious view of Democratic gains and potential reorganizations underlines the uncertain path to a full House majority.
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