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Newspaper
Mccook Weekly Tribune
Location
Mccook, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1885
Page
4
The Tribune notes Gordon may be alive or dead as rumors swirl about his whereabouts. The report suggests he could have joined Charlie Ross, reflecting ongoing speculation in the disappearance case.
The Bee highlights Senator Van Wyck as a winning card and notes its editor is leveraging the win to gain advantage, pressing the moment for maximum exposure and impact.
Northwest Nesraska campaigns against bills likely to halt railroad expansion. The group argues for continued development of the rail network to spur growth and economic activity.
The McCook Tribune editor references a recent widespread scandal with a tone described as manly and dignified, uncommon among local newspapers in general. The Sutton Register reports this notable editorial stance reflecting ongoing community discourse.
The bill would create a state veterinary surgeon earning 2500 annually plus expenses, but the Governor is overwhelmed with applications before it becomes law, prompting debate over whether the D V S should receive state support.
The article notes rapid promotion in the Soudan conflict as Col. Burnaby departs, followed by General Earle and likely General Gordon, nicknamed Chinese, signaling a shift in command and energy within the expedition.
The Holdridge Republican is now under the control of M L Thomas formerly of Red Cloud. The writer notes editors returning to their first love with a pointed simile and remarks that Mars alone can divorce a journalist from the profession.
The report from Africa describes a battle of Shebacat with eight soldiers killed after hours of fighting. The writer speculates on links between the battle's name and the house cat of the queen of Sheba, suggesting a mystical lineage and possible etymological tracing for scholars.
The Journal reports Mackin, ally of Carter Harrison and a key Chicago Democrat, faces charges of stuffing election boxes with fraudulent Brand votes. Several of his witnesses have been indicted for perjury and one confessed to lying after Mackin allegedly directed testimony. A rotten jury man is suggested as the only escape.
A Washington woman quips the thinly attended receptions for President Arthur as rats, noting society is mostly such. The piece says Keifer’s wife once drew crowds, now she is ignored, illustrating rural politicking and fading prominence in the Journal’s tone.
The article warns of possible floods from unusually thick ice in eastern rivers like the Platte at Fremont where five feet of ice halts water flow. It notes a potential sudden spring melt could wash away bridges, while Illinois endures heavy snow from three to five feet with railroads blocked and extreme cold.
The Bondville column notes Spring is coming and Bondville remains active. It mentions Hibbert family moving to Indianola, Billings Bros owning two strong teams, and plans to turn virgin soil. Farmers praise hay storage, cattle survive winter, Alex Jones selling wheat at 50c per bushel, and a Grange store eyed for Indianola to aid farmers.
The LaForest town site in Hayes County is surveyed and platted as settlers move in. Farmers plow the soil, range cattle prosper, and Adams County residents plan to relocate with families. J K Anderson plans a stock farm nearby while a courthouse building is prepared for completion and donated to the county. LaForest, Feb. 7, 1885.
In Beaver Hamburgh on Feb 16, reports note land seekers scouring the area for opportunities. Fred Yount of Danbury sold his store and may enter a new line of business. Blackman and Shippee of Lebanon bought rye at 3 1/2 cents delivered at Indianola and contracted several hundred bushels in Beaver valley. Rev Mason of Cedar Bluffs Kas preached last Sunday despite bad weather.
A report notes Jim Legate has obtained an office by various means amid a season described as cold for righteousness. The comment suggests scrutiny of the method and the moral climate of the moment.
Recent drop in producing Crotnmine goods has cut costs, allowing retailers to sell clothing below prices seen a year or two ago. Merchants claim prices are much lower than those selling at cost, reflecting cheaper manufacturing.
A local advert warns shoppers not to be misled by claims of saving on outdated wares and promotes buying new furnishings in the latest styles at lower prices.
An advertisement proclaims unswayed price leadership in clothing and furnishing goods, trunks, and related items. It boasts new styles and an elegant assortment, inviting inspections and promising satisfaction guarantees from a local retailer positioned as a West region bargains hub.
The notice states that a work by Mr James Payn is now being published in the current issue. No other details are provided in readable text.
Complaint entered against Charlie Joslin for abandoning Homestead Entry 603 dated May 5 1844 on the northwest quarter of section 20 township 2 north range 26 west Hed Willow county Nebraska. Respondents summoned to appear March 19 1885 at 1 PM to give testimony. G L Laws Register E W Lewis Attorney.
U S Land Office at McCook Neb summons George W Coffin against Adam W Joslin over Homestead Entry 602 dated May 8 1884 in Red Willow county Nebraska for abandonment. Hearing set March 19 1885 at 1 PM to respond and give testimony. G L Laws Register E W Lewis Attorney.
McCook Nebraska January 8 14465 George W Catlin sues Carl D Trouds to abandon Homestead Entry 127 in Red Willow County North Platte 1879 27 southeast quarter section 1 township 2 north range 4 west summons issued to appear at the office on the 9th day of abandonment G L Laws Register EK W Lewis Attorney 36
Notices announce settlers Agnes Walker Philip Lambach Valentine Bogle James Powell Perry Yeast William Bremmer and others filing final proof to establish residence and cultivation. Witnesses listed include M H Coon L N Howe Josiah Moore John Sargent Townsend Beckwith Frank Hazelhurst Perry A Yeast and others in McCook Box Elder and Stoughton Nebraska with dates in February and March 1885.
Notices announce final proof for homestead claims in Nebraska. Levi Brown and Lewis F. Pate file for northwest and southeast quarters in section 24, township 3 north, range 0 west, with McCook witnesses. Schlutsmeier and Fouts file in upcoming dates for other quarters with listed witnesses. Registers G L Laws notes dates February 2 February 24 and March 20, 1885.
February 1, 1885 notice that a named settler has fled his intention dated April 3, 1885. James Kane, Home stead Entry 444, for the south half and southeast quarter of section 31, township 4 north, range 20 west. He names landowners John Unzicker John Farrell Alfred Carter and Matthew J Heffe of Cook Nebraska at G L Laws Register.
G L Laws Register lists Lillian M Boyle claimant for a 160 acre homestead in section 9 and 10 of township 4 north range 20 west with witnesses William Doyle Perry A Yeast William T Hamilton Stephen Bowles all of Box Elder Neb. Also G IL Laws Register notes George W Foster Homestead Entry 148 for northeast quarter of section 3 township 4 north range 20 west with witnesses L B Stiles William Weick Philip Weick and George Bowman all of McCook Nebraska.
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