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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1887
Page
1
Immense bargains offered for this week only and will be withdrawn if not all sold by Saturday night. Customers are urged to visit the house this week to secure these prices, with different goods next week if items remain unsold.
A historic ad lists new seal plush wraps in sizes 32 to 44 inches bust, trimmed with plush balls, priced at $14.75, below last year. Ready made suits in dark grey flannel sizes 34 36 and 35, $10.00. Bleached muslin cases 3 available, soft and fine. All wool blankets scarce stock, 50 pairs at $2.75.
A local ad advertises heavy wool scarlet flannels at 29 cents a yard for a limited week, plus 36 inch home spun dress goods at 29 cents and unbleached canton flannels at 61 4ds a yard. Mesdames Chambers and Liggett promote new dress goods and trimmings, with modistes ready to assist, claiming a grand business selection.
The Piedmont Exposition at Atlanta hosts President Cleveland and family with welcoming ceremonies led by H W Grady and Governor Gordon. A lunch at the Gentlemen's Driving Club precedes a tour of the fair grounds and a diplomatic reception. Separate notices mention Kansas Pacific trustees seeking removal of Gould and Sage, and New York litigation for accountings and new trustees.
Reports from Cuanazaron West Virginia dated Oct 18 describe vigilantes capturing and killing seven men linked to the Rev Ryan murder in Boone and Jackson counties. Accounts claim two suspects, Coon and Drake, were executed while others were wounded or fled as authorities were told to arrest remaining alleged participants. The piece also notes wider fear and possible future arrests as investigators pursue the gang.
In a Miscellaneous News note, delegates discuss electing a new general secretary and address accusations of leaks and misconduct. Speakers including Lichman and Groersl Secretary Litedown respond to questions as the assembly adjourns amid heated debate on leadership and clerical appointments.
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