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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1889
Page
2
Berlin ministers and foreign relations are highlighted as US and German leaders weigh ties between the two nations. Count Herbert Bismarck offers a tactful rejoinder as four hundred fifty guests attend the banquet. Weather and telegraphic items intersperse reports of global events and local updates from Kansas to New York.
A large American Thanksgiving dinner was held at the Kaiserhof in Berlin with United States Minister Phelps presiding. Count Herbert Bismarck and Mrs. Phelps attended, along with German officials and members of the audience. Phelps praised American and German virtues and noted American youths studying in Berlin with no male protection, while Emperor William listened and American-German ties were highlighted.
Nov 8 reports from Wasitisetox describe a quiet yet heated push for Missouri speakership. Ex congressman Neil voices strong pro expo stance while Kerod grows confident. ONeill faces accusations of pledges. Bureau heads Clark Fletcher Neill run the campaigning office as rumors swirl of a pivotal next week vote. International copyright treaty notes end paragraph.
Count Dekers mee yy Biniua and Count Dekerstery debate rights to negotiate treaties with France and other nations. The discussions, spanning sessions before Congress, stress constitutional limits on executive treatment of copyright and international agreements. Their missions remain distinct from formal legations and focus on broader legal implications.
Princeton football club defeated Yale 10 to 0 before ten thousand fans at Berkley Oval. Yale supporters were about five thousand stronger in attendance as Yale failed to score while Princeton dominated with decisive plays and a late goal. The victory far outshines earlier tensions, thrilling the campus and producing widespread celebrations in Princeton, with reports of immense crowds and lingering anticipation for further news.
A chaotic report lists multiple casualties and incidents: a chemical fire attributed to electricity killed several and injured many, with victims including Michael Sudlman and John Halley among others. a young teacher Miss L J Ferguson suffered a severe fall in Kansas City, Kan, fracturing her skull and leaving her in critical condition. the Germania wreck at Lexa Braunce, N J, draws thousands as sailors’ bodies remain ashore while an inquiry seeks accountability. a missing telegraph operator from Lawrence, Kan, persists in being sought by his mother Mrs J W Shummons. final note promotes Hood s Sarsaparilla for catarrh.
A daring home invasion ends with Mrs. Mead trapping one burglar in the Glenridge room while he fights her, another bludgeons her and a third fires a shot at Daniel Mead, who is wounded. the couple alerts neighbors and a pursuit follows to a wooded area where John Use is alleged to be involved and remains at large amid a posse.
A messy clipping describes attempts to secure Charley Comiskey's name for Browns contests, with a $7,500 season offer and £3,500 advance demand rejected. Comiskey insists on back pay of $7,500 plus $2,500 yearly shortfalls. Browns faction blames Von der Ahe and calls the association dead. Additional items note Kansas postmasters named, a Kansas City foot race payout dispute, a court case, and social spins about pre-wedding dinners praising Dr Ball's cough syrup.
Henry D. Loy reports Spring Valley Coal Company will not rehire miners who led rockout relief efforts. Officers of labor organizations are barred from reemployment as the town relies on coal, and fear and intimidation hamper further relief.
The article traces the shift from live birds to clay targets in trap shooting, noting public cruelty concerns and Bergh’s efforts. It details the development of clay pigeons by Candy Island makers, the role of Bogardus and Dr. Carver, and the rapid rise of clubs and tournaments across the United States.
The note details Washington’s autumn stop at Rye in late October, staying at Mrs. Haviland’s inn, and praising the village’s beauty and quiet. It recalls the road, farms, stone fences, and a distant Indian fort near Five Teach, with reflections on regional history and the town’s unchanged character despite nearby war.
The text argues store price cutting to attract customers, urging savings on items like a $15 garment for $10 and claiming profits will rebound via increased road spending next spring. It compares competing shops Arcade and Avenue, noting tactics to attract trade and pressure others to lower prices.
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