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Newspaper
Mccook Weekly Tribune
Location
Mccook, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1885
Page
4
The Tribune Tur Oberlin Eye claims top pay among local papers, asserting stronger advertising patronage. Borin allegedly outdoes the rival, surpassing in ad support.
William H. Van derbilt suffers two strokes and remains seriously ill. He has withdrawn from business and social life and is seldom seen driving, signaling a major change in public activity.
A spate of fires has damaged premier skating venues in the west with the Lincoln Casino newest blaze in the string. Fire investigators probe arson amid multiple rink losses.
Isaac W. England publisher of the New York Sun died yesterday after a long life of duty. He served as city editor of The Tribune under Horace Greeley and worked with Mr. Dana in a Chicago journalistic enterprise.
Russia supports Komaroff's Pensdech battle narrative while Gladstone endorses Sir Peter Lumaden's account. The two sides clash as Shi loh reports also differ, with reconciliation impossible unless one narrator lies. The postwar world will likely favor the victor's account.
A genuine case of small pox was discovered at the Grand Central Hotel in Kearney last week. The patient was a drummer from St. Joseph. John Sanders, formerly of the Eating House, recently bought the property and is repairing it at heavy expense. Quarantine has been imposed, causing Sanders substantial loss.
In Kansas City witnesses swear they saw materialized forms of dead friends in Mott’s cabinet. Some testimony shows earnest belief, while others note that Mott also materialized living or nonexisting persons for $1.50 each. A state witness said several forms appeared in response to fictitious requests.
Washington Letter from April 26 1885 notes mounting unfavorable views of Edward J Phelps appointment to the Court of St James. critics cite his Whig era loyalties Emma Mine bubble ties and alleged codfish aristocracy while reporting on a federal fencing law and presidential enforcement action affecting public lands.
The article discusses sweeping presidential authority to dissolve un lawful enclosures under a new law, praising executive enforcement. It also recalls James D Fish’s plans to visit a New York penitentiary to discuss General Grant and Ward Bank dealings, claiming Grant’s knowledge of contracts and scheme. The piece hints at forthcoming revelations about a public crime linked to prominent figures.
Atwood Kansas notes an investment group plans a new town in Sherman county to lay out lots and sell them. the town will be called March as a nod to Sherman's march. Christian Fluhrer trips on a draw near Atwood and breaks his leg. J A Snyder visits from McCook with his girls. Mrs J S Shirley arrives from Red Willow to Homestead life.
Cambridge Neb April 27 1885 business leaders state the Cambridge Monitor article about real estate firm Lewis and Bee is wilful malicious unwarranted and slanderous. The signatories distrust the paper and unite to condemn the publication in support of local businessmen.
Red Willow county commissioners meet March 28 1885 approve last session, assess land of C L Nettleton at 3100, appoint overseers of roads No 9 10 and 13, approve bonds, audit claims including county supervisor services and poor relief, order tax list entries and road view, grant a pap road with consent, adjourn to April 25 1885. Attest: C D Cramer county clerk.
Advertises low prices on clothing and gents furnishings with an emphasis on stylish, well fitting suits and a large new stock including spring outfits and boys hats. Also includes a moral editorial fragment urging charity and respect for fallen girls and condemning harsh judgment.
An old advertisement touts SHILOH'S VITALIZER for constipation and dyspepsia with a price of 10 and 7 cents per bottle. Shiloh's Cure promises relief for croup whooping cough and bronchitis. Sold by L. Green druggist in McCook Nebraska.
An advertisement touts Deuce’s Enemy Cover Strep as a rapidly popular remedy for coughs and lung soreness. It claims mildness and safety for infants and offers free sample bottles at S L Green and M A Spalding locations.
On April 18 1835 W M Lewis and Jerome Lewis filed a petition with the Village of McCook Nebraska asking the Board of Trustees for a license to sell malt spirituous and vinous liquors within the village limits.
Orrick filed notice to make final proof for the northwest quarter of section 3 in township 4 north range 20 west. The hearing will occur June 6, 1885, before the register at McCook Nebraska. Witnesses listed are Jacob Long A W Campbell Wim Doyle and Stephen Bolles of Box Elder Nebraska.
Land entry for John Calkins seeks final proof on his southeast quarter section 4, township 2 north range 20 west, before R. Sesser May 23 1485. Witnesses listed include Franklin Laverick William F Thorp Wallace W Dunham and Eugene G Dunham all of Pint Nebraska, per register G L Laws.
Beauvill Booth files notice of intention to select Homestead Entry 42 for east-southeast section 4 township 1 range 20 and lots 3 4 section 1 township 1 range 248. He cites Jacob F. Boyer Wilbur F. Saunders William C. Shockley and Stephen C. Boyer of Stoughton Neb as witnesses and names. G. L. Laws Register.
Land Office McCook Nebraska April 7 1885 announces Elizabeth Pollock widow of Joseph Pollock deceased has filed intention to make final proof in support of her homestead claim. Proof will be before Register or Receiver at McCook Nebraska June 5 1845. Witnesses named Allington Strowbridge Dolph Kendall all of Danbury Nebraska. G L Laws Register.
Land offices announce filings for final proofs and entries in McCook Nebraska. Names include John D. Gerver Gideon Cobbs John M Ford James A Gregrey Amos Goodenberg James W Gate and Wilbert Stockton with witnesses from Cedar Bluffs Stoughton and Danbury Neb. May dates set for proofs and hearings per notices from the Register.
M A Spaliiing promotes a broad stock and agency for popular items. The firm guarantees Dr King's New Discovery for Consumption and invites customers to try a free trial bottle to prove its claimed throat, lung, and chest benefits.
Advert says Kiewtric bitters cure kidney and liver complaints and other urinary issues. Claims thousands cured, purifies the mood, regulates the bowels, and treats diseased parts. Bottle sold for 60 cents at Metropolitan Drug Store.
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