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Newspaper

Wichita Eagle

Location

Wichita, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 05, 1887

Page

2

Candy Helix Shops Spark City Moral Debate in New York

A survey of dollar-store candy and cigarette shops near public schools in New York reveals prolific sales to youths. Proprietors tout profits from penny candies and cigarettes, while a school principal brands such shops as pernicious and harmful to children’s morals. The piece contrasts local commerce with concerns about youth influence and public decency.

New York Agers Gebool Theo Harlem Wales Geulua Crest

Madrid Doctor Warns on Child Mortality Risks

A physician in Madrid outlines alarming child mortality and disease patterns among young patients. He notes high early-year fatalities, stresses digestive illnesses as a major cause, and cites grim per cent figures reflecting dire conditions facing families.

Kate Amd Ser Vork Omebalf Toby Tee

Escape Plot Aboard Libby Prison Discovered By Union

The account recalls a planned escape from Libby Prison in Richmond with help from a Washington contact and Union woman Abbey Green. prisoners devised a scheme involving seized arms, a cavalry move, and a march to the arsenal, but guards increased and the plot was foiled before an exit.

Washington Notor‘ous Abbey Green Richmond Nmber Home Guard Ubey Menta Libby Drawi Arenal Balle Tale Pennuers Butler Solslock Home Maj. Turner Washington City Jackson Warner Warner Lou Isan Lown Ag Reese Lake Jobe Henry Fifth Ohio Cavalry

Triple Somersaults and Fatalities in Circus History

A historical survey recalls early triple somersault attempts in American circuses. It notes Van Amburgh in 1842 and Billy Dutton at a high springboard, both ending in falls and injuries. The piece covers Stickney, Stain, Bershantz, and others, detailing near-misses, fatalities, and negotiations for daily performances aided by nets and mats.

van Amburgh Mobile Dan Rice America England Dutton Frank Stark John Robinson Fairgrounds Indianapolis Bob Buckney Columbus Cooper and Bailey Circus Taindo San Bob Stickney Formpamysh Detroit Fae Aba Pariva Barnum

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