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Newspaper

Mccook Weekly Tribune

Location

Mccook, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1884

Page

4

Tribune editors and publishers name

The Tribune lists F.M. and M.Kimmell as editors and publishers.

F.M.& &. M. Kimmell, Editors and Publishers

The Tribune Enters Third Year Under New Management

The Tribune marks its third anniversary with a pledge of pride and harmony with the town and county. Management notes investments including an Improved Prouty Cylinder Press and a larger Job Department to meet growing patronage and demands.

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Convention Adjourns Yet Without Nominee Name

Report notes the Republican convention adjourned until evening with no permanent organization formed. Log rolling may continue indefinitely as the press goes to print.

Grand Island Becomes Key Rail Center With New Omaha Link

The B. and M. railroad extension to Grand Island is finished creating a direct Omaha connection via Lincoln. Grand Island advances as an important railroad hub and grows rapidly, meriting local congratulations for prosperity.

Grand Island Omaha Lincoln

Grass burn verdict shocks Texas cattle men

Texas cattle men who argued against paying eight cents an acre for state grass ended up on a jury that valued grass burned by a locomotive spark at sixty cents per acre. The tale hints that fitness of things does not always come to the inexperienced mind.

Texas

Mexico Trade Prospects Overrated for United States

The United States may overestimate gains from opening Mexico as trade. Mexico has a sparse population and limited buying power, with goods facing long costly transport. Resource development will rely on slow immigrant involvement.

United States Mexico

Nebraska Education Prospects Shine in Denominational Colleges

Nebraska shows strong growth in education with Doane College Crete Hastings College Baptist Seminary Gibbon York College Bellevue College and other denominational schools expanding in strength numbers and influence. These institutions contribute to the state's progress and pride.

Nebraska Doane College Crete Hastings College The Baptist Seminary Gibbon York College Bellevue College

State Republican Committee Sets August 27 Convention in Omaha

The State Republican Central Committee met at the Millard hotel in Omaha to set the State Convention date for August 27 at 10 A M to nominate State Officers and Presidential Electors. Delegates can reach Omaha by morning trains and return home the next day. Representation basis unchanged from the last convention. Plattsmouth Herald notes early nominations and an aggressive campaign.

State Republican Central Committee Millard Omaha Chicago Plattsmouth Herald

The Convention Bulletin No 4 reports Sherman declines nomination

General Sherman telegraphs Ex Senator Henderson that he will not accept any office or serve if elected. The bulletin, dated June 4 at 11:25 AM Cuicano, informs readers of the latest convention status as of press time.

A. M. Cuicano Sherman Henderson

Buertin Resolution Binds Delegates On Credentials Report

The committee on credentials reported they could not complete the report until the afternoon or evening, binding the delegates of Buertin No 5-12 M. to its outcome.

Buertin

Convention Adjourns Until Evening Session

Bulletin No. 6 reports the convention adjourned at 12:26 P M and reconvening at 7 P M. The brief item provides a status update on the day's proceedings without detailing agenda items or participants.

Convention Adjourns as Committees Delay Tariff Plank

Bulletin reports the convention called to order at 7 p.m. and assembling with credentials and resolutions committees not ready to report. Resolutions committee undecided on tariff plank form. Balloting unlikely before Friday. Credentials committee unable to report this evening. Convention adjourns to 10 a.m. tomorrow Thursday.

Political Maneuvering Hints at Nominating Contests

June reports from A. M. Times Inter Ocean and Tribune describe rival strategies for the GOP nomination. Blaine offers Logan VP to unite forces. Arthur faction pursues independent votes and southern backing. Edmunds Hawley and Mahone delegates shift. Credentials decisions shape first ballot outcomes across states.

Blaine Arthur Logan Edmunds Hawley Sherman Inter—Ocean Tribune Virginia Alabama Georgia Kentucky Maryland New York

National Convention Proceedings Snapshot

A condensed record shows the committee reports adopted unanimously, credentials aligned with ballot No. one, and a plan to call states for candidate presentation after resolutions. The afternoon featured a minority platform on representation, Arthur reference greeted, tariff reform support, opposition to foreign labor, and final platform adoption before adjournment.

Arthur China Asia

Lynch Wins Temporary Chairman Post Over Clayton

Joan R. Lynch a colored Mississippian is named temporary Chairman after defeating Powell Clayton of Arkansas who had been chosen by the National Committee. The choice is described as not conventional.

Joan R. Lynch Powell Clayton Arkansas National Committee

Treasury Reports Large Surplus Stir Reform Talk

A Treasury announcement disclosed a surplus of 155 million dollars sparking reactions from Mr. Morrison and supporters of a horizontal revenue reform. The mood among allies is described as hopeful and energized by the news.

Treasury Morrison

Locxy Baldwin Sets Record With Fourth Wife

Locxy Baldwin of San Francisco wins a fourth marriage at age sixty, with a twenty year old spouse. Baldwin, worth $10 million, is described as one of the era’s most successful breadwinners.

Are Manhood and Progress Reassuring in History

F M Hottanp argues in the Index that age has not diminished human character nor progress. He questions past vs present skill among farmers, mechanics, lawyers, preachers, and newspapers, asserting the world grows stronger and will take care of itself, with no cause for unease about the future.

F. M. Hottanp Edison Evarts O'Connor Talmage Beecher Swing Carper

Sioux reservation lands may await sale after commission visit

Sioux commission returns from Sisseton with plan to arrange sale of most of the million acres at not less than $2.50 per acre. Lands could bring about $2,000,000 and income of $100,000 yearly, a $5,000 per family annuity. Indians, not now ready to sell, expect further talks and likely will contact commissioners later.

Sioux Commission Sisseton Reservation

Jim Keene Wins Big After New York Skirmish

In New York Jim Keene was cleaned out amid street joy. He fretted but later the crowd settled up Saturday night, leaving Jim a million and a half ahead. Shipping him home in a freight car was postponed to a later Saturday night.

Jim Keene Jim New York

Becky Jones Becomes Notable In New York Jail Tale

Becky Jones wakes to fame as the first woman jailed for holding her tongue. New York papers praise her in editorials, detailing the unusual notoriety and public reaction.

Lixe Lord Byron Becky Jones Becky New York

Special Meeting Called for June seventh by Village Board

A special meeting of the Board of Trustees is called to meet Saturday evening June 7 for the purpose of transacting important business. A full board is earnestly desired by order of Chairman and Village Clerk.

Board of Trustees

Timber culture entry contested in Hed Willow Neb

U S Land Office McCook Nebraska May 1 1844 Amos Goodenberger files complaint against William R Brown for failure to plow cultivate and plant on timber culture entry dated July 16 1579 in North Platte Nebraska north half west half of section 19 township 1 north range 20 west. Brown accused of abandoning tract and not planting trees or seeds. parties summoned to appear July 9 at 1 PM for testimony.

U. 38 Land Office McCook Neb Martin Eli Reid North Platte Red Willow County U. & Land Office Joseph Bt James G.sewell G. L. Laws Kexister U. S. Land Office Amos Goodenberger William It Brown Hed Willow County William R. Brown Register Metook Fred. Munsinger Jacob Fish Range Nebraska Iss Augustus S. Boughton Elinus MecCoss Issa Loclock P. M James P. Maloney Edward Yake Hed Willow County Edward Wake Re. G.L. Laws M. Mokay U.S. Land Office Thomas EB. Stutzinin Blonser Boot Section St Township 3 Nek G. K. Laws U.S Ts8iatofclock Addment Medlock Myron H. Wilson Geainst David Uber North Phute Township Ll North Ringe Ob West Willow County David Alrey Sipd Jaine G.h. Laws Merister Neph Jumeard William Flusche Leo Hohn Range 8 Enid

Land Office Notice of Timber Culture Entry Abandonment

Augustus S. Boughton files complaint against Elinus Mec Coss in Red Willow county Nebraska for abandoning timber culture entry dated May 8 1885. Contest alleges no cultivation or tree planting since entry and summons response for July 15 1885 at Loclock P M before GL Laws register.

McCook Land Office Notice Of Homestead Abandonment Proceeding

McCook Nebraska May 1 194 complaint filed by James P Maloney against Edward Wake seeking cancellation of a homestead entry in Red Willow County Nebraska. Respondents ordered to appear June 2 194 at 1 00 PM to testify regarding alleged abandonment. G L Laws registrar Wa M McKay attorney.

U.S. Land Office McCook Neb James P. Maloney Edward Wake North Platte Isso Red Willow County Nebraska Loclock PL M G. L. Laws Wa. M. McKay

Final Proof Notices for John W. Enyeart Homestead Claim

Final proof notice for John W. Enyeart homestead entry NE 44 NW 44 and NW 44 NE 44 and lots in section 11 township 1 north range 2 west McCook Nebraska. Witnesses listed are John Bagley Amos Leonora Keuben Trowbridge and George Leland. Proof set before registrar at McCook on June 15 1881.

Oscur E Noble Announces Final Proof in Nebraska Claim

Oscur E Noble of Nebraska files intention to make final proof for his claim in McCook Nebraska. Proof will be before Keister or Receiver on Saturday June 9th at McCook. Witnesses include Francis M Marshall Weed Charles Crosby and John Miller.

Unnamed claimant files final proof in McCook Nebraska

Notice states the claimant will present final proof on Saturday June 23 1884 before the receiver at McCook Nebraska for the southeast quarter of section township and range. Witnesses E M Williams Morris Williams Alfres L Davis and George J Fredericks are named to prove continuous residence and cultivation of the land in question.

McCoin Mar McCook Neb Vies Chirles Biletrich Wie E. M. Williams Morris Williams Alfres L. Davis George J. Fredericks Ellel Ob. Laws

Final proof notices for land claims in McCook Nebraska

Notice lists Orrick av Mockset and Wilson Johnson filing for homestead entries in McCook Neb and VilTon Neb with final proof scheduled before the county recorder or receiver. Witnesses named include Philip Wetck George Poe Louis Fleischman Louis Fleischman Roger Barives Peter Swanson and others from Metwok and Volton Neb.

Notice of Final Proof Hearing in Nebraska Land Claim

Notice is given that the settler must make final proof in support of his claim before the register or receiver at McCook Nebraska on Friday July 11. The witnesses to prove continuous residence and cultivation are listed as Jolpe Groen enberger Henry Goodenberger Wilhelm A. Demay and Reuben Gerver all of Metlock Nebraska. The hearing regards the east northeast quarter and west northwest section in the township specified.

Orrick Norister McCook Neb Lavi Johnson Northerse Seeties Co Rane Philip Wetck Gueoreer Letuid George Poe Louis Fleischman Metwok Net Gol. Laws Ioesister Accor Nen McUook Phriday Sirinney Dbodee Noodh Seerough Nereth Lane Sale Lane Ehest Jolpe Groenenberger Henry Goodenberger Wiclaus A. Demay Reuben Gerver Afl Metlock Nel We. Gr. L McCoo Ner Kerister S. W.stiizlauer Dc. Fouts W. Weaver M. MM. Weaver Danbury G. L. Laws Register

Notice of final proof for settler at MeCook Nebraska

A notice declares the intent to make final proof in support of the claim before the Register or Receiver at MeCook Nebraska on a specified Saturday in July. The claimant Anenst Hoge is named with the entry number and the required witnesses to prove continuous occupancy and cultivation at the Southwest quarter of Section 8, Township 10, Range 9, MeCook area.

Metook Nac Jsitnes MeCook Neb Hoge Yin Steel George Pow Neds

Land Office Notice of Settlement Intention at Metook

McCook Neb May 7 1sc named settler files intent to enter land at Metook Neb July 6 4 vin Alfred B Puller No 26 for the southeast quarter section 19 and northeast quarter section 20 township 2 north range 28 west names Ernest Fuller C Howard Moulton G Lloyd Clark Stephen A Rogers all of Ludtianola Neb to prove continuous residence and cultivation as required by law registered by LAWS Register

McCook Nen Isc Kevelyver Metook Neb Alfred B. Puller Ernest Fuller C. Howard Moulton G. Lloyd Clark Stephen A. Rogers Ludtianola Laws

McCook Land Office Notice of Final Proof

Land Office at McCook Nebraska May 2 16 Ish. tutes Setther handed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim to the southeast quarter section 31 township 3 range west. He will make the proof before Register or Receiver at McCook June 1 viz James W Hatteld homestead No for the southeast quarter section 31 township 3 range west. He names witnesses J Starbuck William W Fisher John J Meserve and Lewis B Mureh all of Metauk Nebraska.

Lamb Orrin New Tech Aia Jeter Riteeiver Praki Nicholson McGoox Neb Settlor McCook Fileam Dirl James Hatfield William Bloomer William W. Fisher A. Wilson McCook, Neh Gr. L. Laws Register Setther Iss James W. Hatteld Souutheast Township Norther Range San J. Starbuck John J. Meserve Lewis B. Mureh Metauk Neb. dl G. L. Laws Jtewister

Notice of final proof for Susan Knott homestead entry

Susan Knott files final proof to establish continuous residence and cultivation on her homestead in section 1 township 1 north range southwest east of the 4 and 4 of the southwest quarter. The hearing before the register at McCook Nebraska is set for Friday July 1th 18M. Witnesses: Cooley George Fowler Agron Colvin Newton Fowler all of Stoughton Neb.

McCook Nen Keister Metook Neb Susan Knott Cooley George Fowler Agron Colvin Newton Fowler Stoughton Net

McCook Nebraska Land Claim Witnesses Named

A notice from McCook Nebraska dated April 26 1884 lists Gustive EK Wallin D3 as claimant proving his continuous residence and cultivation for the southeast quarter section in township 3 north range 200 west. Witnesses named include Edger Couse Mather L Brown Thos Huskles all of McCook and Isaac Johnson of Hex Rider with a filing set before the Register or Receiver on Tuesday June oil Deel.

Lasp Orvice AY McCook Ned Lis Elim McCook Nel Deel Gustive EK. Wallin Ile Mumes Hand

Notice of claim and proof hearing for land settlers

Willum Fruin II has filed intent to prove residence and cultivation on north and southwest quarter of section 25, township 3 north, range west in McCook Nebraska. He will appear before Keister or Receiver on June 1. Witnesses named are John Colling Henry Bixler Arthur Snow and James Cain of McCook Nebraska. G. L. Laws, Register.

MecCook Neb Keister McCook Willum Fruin North & Southwest Mad South Northwest Township John Colling Hirao Bixler Arthur Snow James Cain Wil G. L. Laws Register

Land Entry Notice of Intent at McCook Nebraska

Land notice filed by Matthew H. Johnson to prove continuous residence and cultivation of northwest quarter of section 22, township 1 north range west, McCook Nebraska. Witnesses listed are Phillip H. Lam Inch, Andrew Cieson, John Whittaker, and Luther Nettleton, all of McCook. Confirmed before Register G. L. Laws.

Mccook New Neb Matthew H. Johnson Phillip HL. Lam Inch Andrew Cieson John Whittaker Luther Nettleton G. L. Laws Register

Notice of Mining Claim Proof in McCook Nebraska

Land Office at McCook Nebraska May 7 1884 notices that Mather J Brown has filed a claim for wood lot in southwest quarter section 1 township 7 west range 2 west and will prove residency cultivation before Register Kweciver at McCook on June 25 1884 witnesses Amos Buck Gustave Wale lin Edwin Willow Ced ar Couse and Thomas Kuggwies for proof of continuance residency and cultivation.

McCook Nes Neb Mather J. Brown Sworth Amos J. Buck Gustave BE. Walelin Hed Willow Edear J. Couse Thomas J. Kuggwies Net. Cwn L. Laws Register

Land Office Notices From McCook Nebraska 1584

Notifies that parcel holders have fled notices of intention to prove up their claims. Names witnesses S W Stihlauer C Fouts W Weaver and M M Weaver of Danbury Nebraska for Lafferty homestead and Ira Govern for principal claim. Proves cultivation and residence before local registers in McCook Nebraska on specified dates.

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the Convention T. G. Rees A. P. Sharps McCook, Neb TORAL. __ Py Order of Board of Trustees F. M. Kimmecyu Patrick Walsh Charles BE. Boyd A. F. M. KimMens Prittwood John Kous J. P. Swanson Stinson & CO Portland Maine F. A. Lehmann Washington, D.C U. S America Lomense Hallett Book CO S. K. Green Ft. S. L. Green IL Mallett & CO Thaney True & CO Augusta L. Green Shiloh Erister Lane Orrick Sith Isa John Bagley Amos Leonora Keuben Trowbridge George Leland Allot AleVook G.E. Laws Mevister Sutiintay Dune Mth Oscaur E. Noble D. S.no Iyumad Francis M. Marshall Charles Crosby G. E. Baws I. L. Lawr, Ewister Reese Viet Iryrrneis L. Spicer John D. Gerver Joshua Gerver Stoighten William Brenvey cAl G. EL. Laws Webster
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