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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1889
Page
1
A garbled sale notice promises profit sharing on blankets and stress goods. It touts all wool blankets and 38 inch wide fabrics with prices claimed as low as 37 1/2 cents, urging customers to inspect north window and act quickly.
A local store advertises a closing sale on Jace curtain stock with all pairs sold at discount. Upstairs features millinery and bright fashion pieces, while rear displays wraps cloaks and dresses. Madame Smith returns from the East with updated styles and costumes for Troseau.
A local dealer announces an unusual year end sale of imported and domestic winter underwear. He notes thousands of dollars tied up in stock and sacrifices prices to move inventory, insisting buyers want quality at a much lower figure than typical retail.
A bold sale advertises white merine underwear at 75 rents and cradles in bulk at reduced prices. It proclaims the event the largest sacrifice sale of underwear ever offered, urging shoppers not to pay profits when they can buy for less than cost.
A grisly boiler accident near a local mill left several men killed instantly including Jobo Pres Fulwasd and Clivee He a while two others were injured. The scene at the sanodlied Brite Bias exyil of Jobo Pres Fulwasd rite Clivee He a and Thavid Hoss ast Darnt Baker was wrecked and the area remains under investigation.
Fire at the Philadelphia Store located at 5 W Gov. Douglas Avenue near Market Street caused damage to storefronts and disrupted nearby commerce. Investigators examined the scene as firefighters contained the blaze and secured adjacent properties. No major injuries reported.
During a recent visit to eastern cities, we purchased a large stock of dry goods and clothing, including a grandest and finest assortment. A special attraction advertised a $1,000 WASIC box giveaway to visitors and customers.
A music box valued at 1000 dollars will be given away to a lucky customer. Each dollar spent earns a ticket and every ticket improves chances to win. The box, on display at the store, features an orchestra and has already participated in a Paris exposition. Musical recitals daily and a citizen-supervised drawing are planned before Christmas.
Promulgated decision by board ofPathoad commissioners rejects a discrimination complaint over jobbing rates, urging railroads to apply rates broadly. A Kansas tale reports a notable elopement in Tarned with Arthur Smith and Myrtle Hughes amid parental opposition and a Topeka license appearance. Also notes Cox will and a New York City vote dynamic as labor figures weigh state strategy.
Belle Plaine fair day features large attendance with top cattle horses and sheep from Sedgwick Cowley and Sunflower counties. Governor Humphrey and Tim McCarthy expected to speak. bands and traveling acts perform daily at the amphitheater. Special trains run from Wichita and other points to enable morning visits and evening returns.
The American Bankers convention opened in Kansas City Missouri with grand parade and decorated hotels. Delegates arrived amid banners and lamination displays as city officials celebrated the largest meeting yet, while discussions centered on finance policy and exhibit showcases.
New York and Massachusetts Republicans name Brackett for Massachusetts governor on first ballot. Conventions approve platform pledges, tariff revision, and protective policies. Wyoming and Western notes report pension, labor, and corporate law developments. Mississippians support reform. Kansas, New Jersey, and other states’ political moves noted.
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