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Newspaper
Mccook Weekly Tribune
Location
Mccook, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1884
Page
1
The article says the public misconception that standard time implies a 24 hour system is wrong. The current AM and PM system remains, with clocks adjusted by twenty four minutes east of McCook and thirty six minutes west to align time.
The Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railroad now operates through cars between Omaha and Chicago, the only line offering direct passenger service without car changes. Baggage is checked through from Omaha to the final destination, signaling a solo operation by the Q.
Chicago Burlington and Quincy may extend into St Paul soon if the value is proven. The move would proceed without delay once the company is convinced the extension adds worth to its system.
A Kansas temperance note reports the end of the long battle against saloons in Topeka and Lawrence with the venues closed permanently. TheOxford Register editor bemoans new saloon openings while other items joke about engagements, public figures, and Pompeii finds. Mrs McElroy and Susan B Anthony seen together in Washington sparking rumors of matrimony.
A reflective excerpt describes an editor’s perks and disdain. It notes editors receive free passes and complimentary admissions for advertising railroad work and concerts, while generous community donations go unrewarded. The piece laments the paradox of public gratitude and critique toward editors.
In Hayes county discussions rise over taxes and roads while farmers recount hunting and hogs. Christmas at Paxton’s brings jovial feasts and dancing as Amat S. F. Clifford notes a midnight encounter with a cat causing a frightening attack before recovery. Carrico, Dec. 31, 1883. W.
Miss Lillie Leech teaches in Barns district and Miss Mollie Davis recovers after a Christmas day horse accident. In Magic City a visitor hunts for a city father to hold his team as posts are scarce. A thief stole a jug of molasses a pocketbook and tools from Carey and Daniels ranch, with suspects described but not named.
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