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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1889
Page
1
In a brisk ledger of retail reform Lumethy showcases a thriving second floor with millinery and wraps. Prices range from Jackets at 2.50 to 40.00 and up for plains wraps from 10.00 to 36.00, signaling strong demand as frost hints turn to snow.
Prices listed for Newmarkets from 5 to 25 dollars and up, childrens cloaks 3 to 20 dollars, Foster Kid gloves highlighted as the store’s authorized agents, Butterick fashions available, new corset at one dollar in fast black, ribbons and hosiery featured, brisk sales noted in cream and white.
A fragmented ad style notice notes an unusual year end move by Munson and Menamara about price reductions on in demand goods. The text hints at saving money tied up in elegant items, indicating a marketing intent in a constrained period.
Imported and domestic winter underwear offered at reduced prices to clear inventory. Buyers are urged to purchase quality garments for less than typical market rates, with emphasis on value over cheaper options.
Former price now Lot 205 White merino underwear cheap at 7 cents now going at Scents and over a hundred dozen more cheaper grades all milked down to sell. This is without exception the greatest sacrifice sale of widerwear ever offered to any people. The wise never get left. Don't pay profits when you can buy at less that cost.
A brief notice lists a Philadelphia store location at 5 West Gor, near Douglas Avenue and Market Street. The item records a retail address in a local business directory.
We open Monday with ladies wraps from 1.25, cloaks from 1, and jackets for early wear. An all wool jacket and seal plush jackets priced to move. Children and misses wraps at great value. Best seal plush jackets at 10 and 26 dollars. Music recitals daily. every dollar buys a ticket for a grand drawing.
Judge Lawser revisited rulings on seized sealers including the schooner San Diego Handlay and related proceedings. Claims allege improper seizure, with references to Marshal Atkin and various parties contesting the sale. The Latonia race meet reports third day results across multiple races with winners listed and margins noted.
Delegates to the International American congress begin a trip prepared by the State Department. The Pan American excursion train reached Stersey City after delays caused by both axes. The party members mingled, discussed goals, and noted the South American scenery as they traveled toward Baltimore. An attached incident delayed United States delegate Henderson who missed a connection, prompting adjustments to the train schedule.
The deep water harbor convention opened with Ex Governor Hubbard presiding as resolutions urged a permanent Gulf of Mexico coast harbor. A minority report opposed it, and the permanent committee was instructed to push the project, with leaders from Kansas Texas and Colorado shaping next steps. The assembly adjourned sine die after adopting a fundraising resolution and electing permanent committee members.
Special dispatch from Ellisworth Kansas describes Ellsworths Grand Reunion with large attendance of veterans and women from the Womens Relief Corps. Funeral services for Comrade Martin planned, with minute guns and decorations. Governors and notable speakers expected. band contests and campfire addresses mark the day as Ellsworth honors frontier service amid crowds and patriotic pageantry.
Report of the steamer Corona explosion near Fall River opposite Port Hudson. Forty five dead including named crew and passengers. Survivors rescued by the nearby steamer City of St Louis. Casualties also noted on the British vessel Furnmore and other related incidents.
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