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Newspaper

Mccook Weekly Tribune

Location

Mccook, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1884

Page

4

Local News From Indianola And Surrounding Areas

A wide range of town news covers land sales and moves, cattle shipments and deaths, a German family settling with two ill children, and a prominent family departing by train. Public events include the G A R Dinner with speeches by Col R M Snavely and H M Ashmore, plus music by Calvins Glee Club. The edition notes foot and mouth disease concerns prompting checks by Congress and veterinary officials in Kansas and Iowa.

Major Criswell Col. R. M. Snavely H. M. Ashmore Shaw Pap Kilgore Colvins Congress Department of Agriculture Kansas Illinois Louisa County Iowa Nebraska

John Stone sells homestead for 1000 dollars

SOUTH SIDE reports John Stone has sold his homestead for 1000 dollars. I J Birdsall is home again. Spelling school at Mrs Hartleys next Saturday night. Mrs C L Nettletons school closed last Friday with a literary entertainment. Friends invited include Rev Dungan and family of McCook and Mr Longnecker and family of Red Willow. A dance at Capt Holmes house Friday night managed by Mr Webb went well except a young man planning Lincoln course damaged Billie Pryors saddle. Charlie Newman had sinch straps cut from his saddle at a prayer meeting at Squire Williams. locals are angry and seek the guilty party. Josie.

John Stone I. J. Birdsall Capt. Holmes Mr. Webb Lincoln Billie Pryor Squire Williams Charlie Newman Josie

Vandals damage church interior in Stoughton Webster County

A resident named A Gano of unknown origin damaged the interior of a church at Stoughton in Webster County by throwing Sunday school library books from the windows. The author criticizes the Omaha Bee for misquoting the country press and notes Stoughton lies west of Webster County in Red Willow County on a state map.

Stoughton Webster County Omaha_ Bee Red Willow County

Reform icon Sam Tilden shown younger than famed contemporaries

Observers note that Sam Tilden, admired reformer, is younger than Emperor William, William E. Gladstone, and Susan B. Anthony, a claim highlighted by supporters who celebrate his vitality and ongoing influence.

Sam Tilden Reformer William William E. Gladstone Susan B. Anthony

Descendent of Mohammed Publishes Paris Paper for El Mahdi

A Mohammedan descendant issues a Paris paper opposing the English in the name of El Mahdi. Its editor, a noted figure with a checkered past, fled Sepoy rebellion, was expelled from Constantinople for sedition, then taught history at Cairo University under Cheni Pasha. The work targets Mohammedan readers across Asia and Africa and once counted El Mahdi as a pupil.

Mohammed Paris el Mahdi Constantinople Egypt Cheni Pasha Cairo University Asia Africa

Austria’s Press Policy Sets Caution Money Fees

A quotation notes Austria favors publishers of political newspapers with deposits based on city size. Vienna area deposits 9000 dollars, larger towns 8000, mid towns 2000, smaller places 1000, with half payments for triweekly papers.

Austria Vienna

Idaho Governor Returns Third Salary To Treasury

Governor Irwin of Idaho returns $650 to the treasury as his salary for the quarter ending December 31. This marks the third quarter in a row he has sent back the pay, stating he cannot conscientiously accept compensation while unable to perform his duties.

Irwin Idaho Treasury Department

Centenarian Claims Spark Fraud Doubts Across North America

A suspect 121 year old man in Canada died amid questions about his age and claim of knowing George Washington. The report notes a Mexican woman in California who died last year at allegedly 132, who had not heard of the Father of his Country.

Canada George Washington California

Humorous Congressional Quips Spotlight Two Lawmakers

The article notes Congressman Harr rising to fame for a line about hogs and hell and praises his wit in Congress. It also cites Congressman Hatch claiming the Democrats want a few funerals, highlighting sharp quips in political speech.

Harr South Congress Hatch

Indianola Catholic Church Dedication Delayed Indefinitely

The Indianola Catholic church dedication was postponed due to Bishop Connor being unavailable. A large attendance and much interest were noted at the ceremony previously planned, with services delayed.

Tuee Lincoln Journal Indianola

Nebraska booming as immigrants pour in and land shuffles ahead

Nebraska prospers with strong immigration and large funds flowing in from many directions. Land under cultivation grows as tillable acreage is prepared and ranches are stocked, signaling a shift from cheap land and poor stock to prosperous farming and ranching conditions.

Nebraska

Bay State Bill Targets Wife Beating With Flogging

A bill introduced and passed in colonial Massachusetts makes wife beating punishable by flogging, reflecting harsh legal punishment for domestic violence in the era.

Old Bay

Bishop Clarkson Dies at His Omaha Home

The Rev. Bishop Clarkson of the Methodist Episcopal Church died at his Omaha residence last Sunday evening. He had served as a prominent church leader and his passing is mourned by his congregation.

Tue Alma Tribune Clarkson M. E. Church Omaha

Reading the GOP rift over Fitz John Porter quotes

Fragmentary remark targets Republicans urging voters against Porter. The line labels nonvoters as traitors in a charged political context. No further details on event or location are provided.

Chicago Tribune Faces $100000 Libel Suit

The Chicago Tribune pursues a sizable libel case, reflecting the high stakes and robust tone of Chicago newspapers.

The Chicago Tribune Chicago

Donation to Guide Rock editor for new press

S B Newmeyrer editor of the Guide Rock Signal received a handsome donation last Tuesday evening from local business men and others to help him buy a new press. The Chief notes citizens appreciate his efforts to provide a first class paper.

S. B. Newmeyrer Guide Rock

Landoffice summons in Red Willow County Nebraska

Complaint filed by Cynthia A. Starbuck against Charles A. Kisson to cancel homestead entry 2052 dated March 1880 at North Platte. Parties must appear April 14, 1954 at 9:00 A.M. to testify on alleged abandonment. George L. Laws, Register.

U. 8 Landoffice McCook Nebraska Cynthia A. Starbuck Charles A. Kisson North Platte Neb Red Willow County A. M Seld G. L. Laws Register

Contest of homestead entry abandonment in Nebraska

Martin McGriff sues William W Wilbur and heirs over alleged abandonment of entry 915 dated January 25 1879 in Red Willow county Nebraska. Parties summoned to appear at the McCook land office on April 7 1884 at 10 a.m. to testify on the claim and cancellation of the entry.

U. 8 Land Office McCook Nebraska Martin McGriff William W. Wilbur North Platte Neb Red Willow County G. L. Laws Register

Land Office Notice of Homestead Abandonment Suit

U S Land Office Metuok Nebraska announces Martin McGriff sues Sylvester Wilbur to cancel a homestead entry dating May 27 1879. Abandonment claim covers lands in Led Willow County Nebraska and Northeast 34 Northeast 4y Section 9 Township 4 North Range 29 West. Parties must appear April 1 at 10 AM to testify.

U. S. Land Office Metuok Nebraska Martin McGriff Sylvester Wilbur North Pistte Neb Willow County di. &. L. Laws, Register

Abandonment hearing in Red Willow County case

U S Land Office McCook Nebraska dated February 29 1884 summons Carlos C Sibbitt vs Duvall C Goff over homestead entry 1404 filed September 17 1879 in North Platte Nebraska northwest quarter section 2 township 1 north range 24 West to appear April 16 1884 at 1 PM to testify on alleged abandonment and cancelation of entry.

U. & Land Office McCook Nebraska Carlos C. Sibbitt Duvall C. Goff North Platte Neb Red Willow County Sald Onty G.L, Laws U. S. Land Office Henry H. DeVries Arthur P. Evans

Timber culture entry dispute at Red Willow Nebraska

Complaint filed by Francis M. Reed against Alonzo A. Duvall seeks cancellation of timber culture entry 1667 dated July 15, 1880 in Red Willow county. Alleged failure to break cultivate or plant on land by July 15, 1883 and claim of abandonment. Parties summoned to appear April 21 at 1 PM before the land office.

McCook Neb Francis M. Reed Alonzo A. Duvall North Platte Red Willow County G. L. Laws Register

Homestead Entry Abandonment Case Sought in Red Willow

U S land office at McCook Nebraska issues summons in the Marcus S Kinner abandonment of homestead entry 1065. Jesse Smith sues to cancel the entry dated May 1 1879 for southwest quarter section 21 township 1 north range 2 west Red Willow county. Respondents must appear April 12 1884 at 1 PM for testimony.

U. 8 Land Office McCook Neb Jesse Smith Marcus 8 Kinner North Platte Red Willow County G. L. Laws Hegister

Abandonment case set for May hearing in Red Willow

McCook Nebraska March 15 1884 Thomas Murphy sues William Snyder to cancel homestead entry 2121 dated North Platte March 9 1880 located east 4 west 44 and west 5 southeast 1 section 4 township north range 30 west Red Willow county Nebraska Parties summoned to appear May 3 184 at 10 am to respond and testify regarding alleged abandonment

U. S. Land Office McCook Neb Thomas Murphy William Snyder North Platte Red Willow County Nebraska G. L. Laws

Contested Land Entry Case In Red Willow Nebraska

McCook Nebraska March 17 1884 Arthur J Brent sues William M Jones over North Platte claim dated November 13 1878 for the northwest quarter of section 4 township 3 north range 28 west in Red Willow county alleging failure to break cultivate plant trees or sell land since entry and seeking cancellation. Contestants are summoned to appear May 10 1834 at 1 PM to testify. G L Laws register.

U. S. Land Office McCook Neb Arthur J. Brent William M. Jones North Platte Red Willow County G. L. Laws Hegister

Provision Notice in Red Willow County Land Claim

U. and Land Office at McCook Nebraska issues a complaint by Martha J Jamison against James A Rogers for abandoning homestead entry No 48 dated August 10 1883 in Red Willow county. Parties are summoned to testify at the office on May 10 1844 at 1 PM.

U. & Land Office McCook Neb Martha J. Jamison James A. Rogers Range Red Willow County Nebraska

Land Office Notice of Timber-Culture Entry Challenge

U S Land Office McCook Nebraska dated March 19 1884 summons Zachary T Field for failure to cultivate and plant trees on the September 15 1879 timber culture entry covering the southeast quarter of section 24 township north range 30 west Red Willow County. Contestant sues for cancellation and both parties must appear May 9 184 at 1 PM to testify. Registration by G L Laws Register.

U. S. Land Office McCook Nebraska George W. Cline Moses W. McReynolds North Platte Neb Red Willow County A. M G. L. Laws Register U. 8 Land Office Andrew C. Modie Wilson B. McClure Norith Platte Susan Roop Zachary T. Field Ee G. L. Laws

Abandonment Case Filed Over Homestead Entry 2207

Davis sues Pryor in Red Willow Neb for abandoning homestead entry 2207 dated North Platte with section 90 township north range 28 west. Parties must appear April 7 184 at 1 PM and testify before Notary R S Cooley at Stoughton Neb with testimony starting April 12 188s.

U. 8 eCook Neb Ney Cares B. Davis Jacob ¥. Pryor North Platte Sen Red Willow County R. S. Cooley Stoughton G. L. Laws Rewister

Contested Entry Suit Over Land in Red Willow Neb

Willis A Garver sues Julius C Terrill to cancel a culture entry dated 1879 in Red Willow County Neb alleging failure to break second acres plant trees seeds or cuttings for two years ending May 23 1883 abandonment and weed growth and lack of cultivation. both parties summoned to appear April 1 at 1 PM with testimony before Register G L Laws.

U. S. Land Office McCook Neb Willis A. Garver Julius C. Terrill North Platte Red Willow County IBM G. L Register

Timber Cultivation Charge In Red Willow County

U S land office at McCook Nebraska orders Charles B Grimm to appear March 28 1884 at 10 AM to testify on alleged failure to cultivate or plant trees on his northeast quarter of section 8 township 2 north range 25 west Red Willow county Nebraska. William Duborko prosecutes.

Land Office Notice of Timber-Culture Entry Challenge

U S Land Office at McCook Nebraska files a case by Joseph Williams against Henry Nesenhaener for failure to cultivate timber on the North Platte entry 1097 dated October 19 18, in township 2 north range 1 west. Contestant claims 10 acres were not broken nor planted since entry and cites noncompliance. hearing set April 10 at 1 PM.

Timber culture entry dispute filed in Red Willow County

McCook Nebraska February 19 1884 Martin Orman sues James A Powers to cancel timber culture entry number 884 dated July 1 187? alleging failure to plant timber seeds or cuttings on the northwest quarter section 1 north range 26 west Red Willow County and summons parties to appear April 12 1864 at 1 PM to respond and testify.

U. S. Land Office McCook Neb Martin Orman James A. Powers North Platte Red Willow County

Complaint filed over timber culture entry noncompliance

George E. Talbot of McCook Nebraska files a complaint against Edward T. Worley for failure to comply with timber culture entry 8&5 in township 4 north range west a series of years 1882 1854 to 1881 ends with the parcel grown to grass and weeds and not cultivated for more than two years. The office set a hearing for April 17 1984 at 10 a. m to respond and present testimony before Receiver C C Babrock.

U. & Land Office McCook, Neb George E. Talbot McCook Neb Edward T. Worley North Pintie Nei Red Willow County Edward T. Worden Oclock Cc. F. Babuock

Land Office Contests Entry Over Non cultivation

U S Land Office reports Owen F Cain contests William H Morehend culture entry in Red Willow Neb with claim of failure to plant or cultivate since entry. Contest ends Thursday at 10 a m in North Platte with response required.

Land Office Notice of Final Proof McCook Nebraska 1884

The Land Office at McCook Nebraska on February 25 1884 posts that John L Sellers has filed final proof for his homestead claim. The hearing will be before the Register and Receiver in McCook on April 15 1884. Witnesses listed include James K Miller Wilber F Saunders Robert S Cooley and Solomon Hoyer all from Stoughton Nebraska.

McCook Land Office Notices Homestead Claim

Land Office at McCook Nebraska lists Christian TBineholder filing for a homestead in the northwest quarter of section 17 and north half of northeast quarter of section 14, township 3 north range 40 west. Witnesses Adolph Hieschick John M Huet August Plasmeyer and Frederick Plasmeyer all of McCook Neb named to prove residence and cultivation.

Mccook Neb Christian Tbineholder Adolph Hieschick John M. Huet August Plasmeyer Frederick Plasmeyer McCook, Neb

Isabelle Hickling Files Final Proof Notice in McCook Nebraska

Isabelle E. Hickling, of McCook Nebraska, names witnesses Lyman L. Miller Ira G. Wickwire Wesley M. Sanderson and Gonree Leland to prove continuous residence on northeast quarter section 9 township 3 north range 1 west. Final proof set for May 6 before the receiver at McCook Nebraska.

Laxd McCook Nes Neb IRS Isabelle E. Hickling Lyman L. Miller Ira G. Wickwire Wesley M. Sanderson Gonree Leland G.L. Laws

Final Proof Notice for Anne Heberling at McCook Neb

Land office notice from McCook Nebraska dated March 18 instructs Anne Heberling to make final proof in support of her claim before the register or receiver Friday May 164 at 6 P.M. The land described is portion of section 4 township 6 north range 30 west. Witnesses listed are IL N Shepherd James Campbell P O Cramer Osburn Neb M F Tanner Currico Neb.

McCoo Nen McCook Neb Anne Heberling Snc N. Shepherd James Campbell P.O. Cramer Osburn M. F. Tanner Currico G. Laws Register

Miller final proof notice for land claim in McCook

James L B Miller of Stoughton Neb filed for final proof on land in McCook Nebraska. He will be examined April 7 1684 with witnesses Wilber F Saunders Solomon Boyer John L Sellers and John Connor to prove residence and cultivation of the northwest quarter section 34 township 1 north range 24 west P M.

M New McCook Neb James LB Miller Homer Stead Weerth P.M Wilber F. Saunders Solomon Boyer John L. Sellers John Connor Alh Stoughton, Neb

Land Office Notice of Final Proof for Lydia J. Duvall

Lydia J. Duvall, deserted wife of Alonzo Duvall, files final proof for her homestead claim in McCook Nebraska. The witness list includes William C. Shockley Solomon Boyer John L. Sellers and Stephen C. Boyer of Stoughton Nebraska. The hearing is set for Tuesday April 1 in 191? before the proper official.

Land Claim Notice for Bessie J Ausbourne at McCook Nebraska

G L Laws Register records Bessie J Ausbourne filing a land claim on land described as northeast southeast and north southwest quarters in township north range west, with witnesses Nehemiah Burtless L J Burtless William Pryor and Johny Whittaker all of McCook Nebraska, date April 10 1434. The notice specifies residence and cultivation requirements and lists witnesses for proof of continuity.

Mccook Neb Bessie J. Ausbourne Nehemiah Burtless L. J. Burtless William Pryor Johny Whittaker G. L. Laws Register

Settlement witness list for land claim in Nebraska

Land Office notices a settler named Alexander M. Gregrey intends to make proof of settlement and cultivation for his northeast quarter of section 25 in township north range 29 west. Proof will be given before the Register and Receiver at MeCook Nebraska on April 15, 1844. Witnesses are John Connor Lemuel Daniels William Shockley James Gregrey, all of Stoughton Nebraska.

McCoon Nen Met’ook Neb Alexander M. Gregrey John Connor Lemuel Daniels William (. Shockley James Gregrey Stoughton G. L. Laws Register Mccook New Uunamed H. M. Ashmore Red Willow County Indianola Charles Appleton Robert H. Thomas E. FP. Quigley Charles DB. Hoag Charles Heddish

Homestead Proof Filed by Charles Appleton at Indianola

An unnamed settler files for proof of residence and cultivation on the Appleton homestead in Indianola Nebraska. The hearing is set before Judge H. M. Ashmore in Red Willow County on April 1, 1884. Witnesses listed include Robert H. Thomas E P Quigley Charles D B Hoag and Charles Heddish of Indianola.

Final Proof Notice for John W. Traylor Land Claim

February 8 1884 notice filed for final proof in McCook Nebraska with John W Traylor as settler for the south northeast quarter and lots 1 2 section 4 township 1 north range 20 west. The proof witnesses include Aaron Colvin Eugene G Dunham George Fowler and Wallace W Dunham all of Stoughton Nebraska. G L Laws Register.

McCook Neb John W. Traylor Aaron Colvin Eugene G. Dunham George Fowler Wallace W. Dunham Stoughton G. L. Laws Register

Land Office Notice From McCook Nebraska

Final proof sought by a settler named James W. McChinalian for the southeast quarter and northeast quarter of section 4 in township 4 north range 2 west. He names witnesses John B. Meserve William W. Fisher Richard Johnson and James Heffeld all of McCook Nebraska.

Notice of Intention to Claim Deserted Lands in McCook Nebraska

February 18 1844 issue lists William L Pryor of McCook Nebraska as owner seeking to file at the local Land Office on April 5 for northeast quarter section 1 township 1 north range 0 west. Witnesses Nehemiah Burtless Luville Burtless Andy S Boyer and Charles Jacobs all of McCook Nebraska named to prove residence and cultivation.

McCook Neb Mcook William L. Pryor Nehemiah Burtless Luville Burtless Andy S. Boyer Charles Jacobs A. G. L. Laws

Final Proof Notice for Golay and Hess at McCook Neb

February 18 1884 notice lists settlers Francis M Golay and Melisse Hess filing final proof for land in sections 26 and 25 township 1 28 and 25 west. Witnesses Fredrick Yount Edward Kingsland Jesse Ashton James B Dolph of Danbury Nebraska named. Register G L Laws.

McCook Neb Francis M. Golay Melisse Hess D. S Fredrick Yount Edward Kingsland Jesse Ashton James BE. Dolph Danbury

Land claimants named for homestead residence and cultivation

G L Laws notices a land claim by Nathan Wickwire for southeast quarter section 34, township 9 north range 29 west, McCook Nebraska. He names witnesses Robert Cooley John Conner William Shockley and Lemuel Daniels all of Stoughton Nebraska to prove residence and cultivation.

Settler Edw in L Phares Files Homestead Proof Notice

March 7 issue lists Edwin L Phares filing to prove residence and cultivation on the southeast quarter of section 26 and north northeast quarter of section 2, township 23 west in McCook Nebraska area. Witnesses named are E J Allington J W Sewell T E D Pollock and Samuel B Pollock of Danbury Nebraska. Registered by G L Laws.

McCook New Neb Edwin L. Phares E. J. Allington J. W. Sewell T. E. D. Pollock Samuel B. Pollock Danbury G. L. Laws Hegister

Nellie Johnston lands final proof at McCook Nebraska

Nellie Johnston files for final proof on her land claim D S No 435 in section 9 township 1 north range 1 west. Witnesses to continuous residence and cultivation include Charles W Hoper Nathaniel Meyers Frank Livehart and Allen Phillippi all of McCook Nebraska.

McCook Nes Neb Nellie Johnston Charles W. Hoper Nathaniel Meyers Frank Livehart Allen Phillippi Ned G. L. Laws Register

Land Office Notice from Metook Nebraska

Named settler August Plasmyere files intention to homestead $5 for the southwest quarter in township 3 north range 3 near Culbertson Willow Grove Nebraska with associates G V Hunter J B Hunter C Blyhoulden and Any Hoge in Willow Grove and Keeiotur.

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