Tales of Pioneer Days and the McKissick Estate
The article portrays Jacob McKissick as an early landholder who acquired broad acreage along the state line and invested in Hamburg Iowa and Espaso Missouri. It details his clashes over claims with John Allen, his failed El Paso venture, and the rise of Hamburg as a future metropolis. It notes McKissick’s legal troubles, financial reverses, and eventual death about twelve years prior, with his estate expected to pass to his brothers’ children.
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Jacob
VicElroy
Ubtil
John Allen
Allen
McKissick
Bispasso
Millard
Aioe
Booton
Rena
Neevada
Fremont
Orm
John ‘Allen
Ackley Buys Kansas Farm Near Cawker City
Chas Ackley returned from Kansas where he purchased an improved 166 acre farm within two and a half miles of Cawker City. He plans to move there about March 1.
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Chas Ackley
Kansas
Cawker City
Taken Up Black Mare Found In December Mischief
A black mare, male, about several years old, with a leather halter and a nap in the ring, was taken up on a Tuesday morning in December. The owner should contact Robt Gardner or A Hydinger to claim the animal.
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Rob't Gardner
A. Hydinger
Fragmentary Christmas Gospel Message Summary
A fragmentary biblical passage references angels and the announcement that a Savior named Christ is born in the city of David. The text centers on the nativity message and divine proclamation to people.
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David
Christ
Cattle Purchases Highlight Barns and Tiller Herds
Andy Bartles, returning from a business trip, bought sixteen head of fine registered Shorthorn cattle from W. L. Tiller's herd in this city. Tiller, renowned for a top Shorthorn herd in southeastern Nebraska, notes Bartles already owns other stock and expects a respectable addition to his Fat cattle herd.
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Andy Bartles
Pawneé
Nebraska
W.L. Tiller Orother
Tiller
Barnes
Mr. Tiller
Amputations Follow Railroad Wreck Injuries
Reports on Chas Singleton show deteriorating condition after a railroad wreck near Borizon last week. Amputations were performed on both legs and internal injuries are believed severe, with little chance of recovery. County wins law suit against J D McDonald of Sidne for county funds. Supreme Court upholds judgment for $1,000 plus costs after bank bond dispute.
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District Court
Jerusalem Lodge officers elected for 1910 meeting
At the meeting of Jerusalem Lodge No. 253 A F and A M last Tuesday night the officers for 1910 were elected led by W M S T Mitchell and J W Sidney Fowler with W Davidson, B M Stow, and W R Harris also named. A West McKissicks Island resident, Jerry Jennings, recently brought to market a white weasel pelt caught on his land, the first of its kind in the area, prized for its fine fur.
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Jerusalem Lodge
A-F
A. M
W. M.S. T. Mitchell
W. T. Davidson
J. W
Sidney Fowler
B M.stow
W. R. Harris
Jerry Jennings
McKissicks Island
Literary societies host Friday entertainment at high school
A refined observer noted the Friday program by the literary societies of our high school surpassed prior entertainments he paid fifty cents to hear. The event drew appreciative audiences and showcased student talent in a refined setting.
Hutchinson Strait Wedding Near Riverton
Howard Hutchinson of Paru Nebraska married Adelia Strait, second daughter of Mr and Mrs Job Strait, at the Strait home south of Riverton on Wednesday December 22 at noon. Rev R Bruce West officiated. The couple departed for their home two miles from Peru. Hutchinson is a fine farmer.
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John Strait
Riverton
Howard Hutchinson
Paru
Neb
Adelia
Job Strait
R. Bruce West
Presbyterian Church of
Hamburg
Peru
Hutchinson
Hydinger Buys a Farm Near Hamburg
A. Hydinger purchases a large valuable tract near his home. He now owns the farm southwest of Hamburg currently occupied by Wert Reid. Hydinger has experience in bottom lands and recognizes a solid investment nearby.
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A. Hydinger
Hamburg
Wert Reid
Mr. Hydinger
West speaks at Shenandoah on New Zealand banquet
Rev. R. Bruce West spoke Tuesday evening at a Shenandoah banquet hosted by the local Presbyterian Brotherhood. He delivered an address titled New Zealand.
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R. Bruce West
Shenandoah
New “Zealand
Almanac Dispute Over Winter Start in Hamburg
Hamburg residents debate the seasonal start after the almanac marks winter beginning on Wednesday while many locals claim it started weeks earlier. The disagreement centers on whether the almanac misfired or someone else is misremembering.
Walter Potman Sick At St Joseph Hospital
Walter Potman has been very low at St Joseph with typhoid but is reported as improving. The notice notes his illness and recent recovery progress.
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Walter Putman
St. Joseph
Fremont Medical Society Elects Officers at Sidney Meeting
The Fremont County Medical Society held its regular annual meeting in Sidney with strong attendance. Officers elected include President Dr H J Piper Radolph, Vice President C E Hoover Hamburg, Secretary-Treasurer Dr A E Wanamaker Hamburg, Board of Censor Dr T C Cole Thurman, Delegate Dr R W Sykes Hamburg, Alternate Dr Wm Kerr Randolph. Next meeting set for Thurman at a later date.
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Fremont Medical Society
Fremont County Medical Society
Sidney
H. J. Piper
Radolph
C. E. Hoover
Hamburg
A. E. Wanamaker
Board of Censor
T. Cc. Cole
Thurman
R. W. Sykes
Wm. Kerr
Randolph
Sunday School Class Hosts Christmas Party at Millard Hotel
The Methodist Sunday School class of about twenty eight young ladies aged 12 to 16, led by Harvey Travis, organized a Christmas season program. The event at the Millard Hotel last Tuesday evening was enjoyed by the class and many hotel guests, marking a social highlight for church life.
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Methodist Sunday School
Chas Green Joined Dolphin On Way To Panama Navy Duty
Dr Bogan said the family learned the gun boat Dolphin carrying Chas Green a yeoman has been ordered to Panama. It is believed the ship is held in readiness for possible involvement in the Nicaraguan affair, with Hamburg residents watching closely.
New Bus Line Set for January Start Between Towns and Depot
Lew Nex announces a new bus line planned for the first week of January between the towns and the depot. Mr Nix says a new bus has been ordered and will hit the streets as soon as it arrives.
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Lew Nex
Lowns
County Lost Ditch Case Ends Long Litigation
In Nishnabotna drainage district No. 2 the Iowa Supreme Court ruled for the land owners appellants, ordering construction of the ditch as petitioned. The long dispute stemmed from a proposed plan differing from the engineer and board of supervisors, prompting court action to avoid a forced design.
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Board of Supervisors
Nishnabotna Drainage District No. 2
Supreme Court of Iowa
Civil Engineer and Board of Supervisors
North Polk School Fair Demonstrates Student Skills
Miss Dora Ross and the North Polk pupils at Atchison county staged a novel school fair a few days ago. Pupils judged corn and grains while displaying handwork, needlework, and cooking. A small admission raised funds for school expenses, and attendees found the event engaging and instructive, praising the new approach to regular work.
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Dora Ross
North Polk
Atchison County
Chas Hayward Improves After Medical Treatment
Chas Hayward was taken to Omaha last week for an infection in the gullet. The illness required a last resort operation. He was very ill for a time but recent reports show favorable signs of rapid recovery. Friends hope he returns to good health soon.
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Chas. Hayward
Omaha
New School Society Formed in Sidney Parent-Teacher Group
A new Parent-Teacher Organization formed in Sidney aims to unite school patrons with teachers to improve instruction and discipline. Officers include Mrs. C. C. Laird as president, Mrs. H. B. Day as vice president, Mrs. W. E. Mitchell as secretary, and Mrs. Lewis Hills as treasurer.
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Sidney
C. C. Laird
H. B. Day
W. E Mitchell
Lewis Hills
Weather record shows cold snaps over two winters
A longtime weather observer notes last year on December 6 7 and 3 the thermometer read 8 degrees below zero and on February 14 10 below. This year December 7 shows a value below zero.
Land for sale promising rich soil and good drainage
The finest land they make promises soil that will grow anything. Deep black soil with good under drainage, offering rich farming potential. For information contact L Brown at Aberders, 8 Dak.
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T. Brown
Rally Day Initiative Sees Lodge Initiate Two Members
December 31 designated as a rally day by the Odd Fellows in Iowa. Grand Master urged each lodge to meet and initiate at least one new member. In this city the lodge met last Tuesday night and conferred membership on two candidates.
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Inowa
Wert Reid Buys H. A. Clayton Farm Near Town
Wert Reid completed purchase of the H. A. Clayton farm just south of town near the state line. The exact price is not disclosed. Reid plans to move his family to the farm to reside there.
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Wert Reid
H. A. Clayton
State Line
Reid
Wood for Sale Dry Green or Mixed for Delivery
Gene Wright offers dry, green, or mixed firewood for sale with delivery available anytime. Contact Bell phone for arrangements.
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Bell Phone
Gene Wright
Rebekah Lodge Prepares Christmas Celebration Night
The Rebekah lodge in town plans a Christmas celebration tomorrow night inviting all members and their families. A large gathering is expected with many attending together for the holiday event.
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Rebekah Lodge
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Jacob McKissick
Chas. Singleton
Chas
Singleton
Borizon
Bind
J. D. McDonald
Sidne
Masons
Fine Entertainment
Hutchinson-Strait Wedding
Hydinger
Walter Potman
Panama
Supreme Court
Nissna Ditch
Chas Hayward
New School Society
Rebekah Christmas Tree
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