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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1888
Page
2
A large delegation greets General Seva at a reception in Atchi son and visits the Hart building. The event showcases veterans, civic leaders, and a crowd including Mrs Harrison as well as various local groups and soldiers. The Indiana delegation's public display highlights wartime ties and political support amid ongoing inauguration preparations.
Dispatches report disputes over an executive board expulsion and district assembly powers amid unrest in Haiti.Secretary Hayard urged to send gunboats as Port au Prince endures blockades and factional violence. Americans face detentions, ship seizures, and calls for protection while a dress reform talk and a large horse sale are noted among diverse items.
Chauncy M Depew asserts there is no railroad war and no chance of one. He discusses differential rates, pooling, and interstate law effects on New York Central and Pennsylvania lines, arguing for stable, just tariffs and govt oversight to prevent discriminatory practices. He warns weak lines suffer unless rates balance and stronger lines expand joint protections.
A vivid society sketch traces a fearedly plain woman, known for yellow teeth and a frail neck, who, under a stylist's skill and a bustling maid, becomes a striking rival at a fancy ball. The account blends theatre figures like Mile. Schneider and Princess Metternich with sharp social commentary on appearance and class.
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