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Newspaper
Mccook Weekly Tribune
Location
Mccook, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1885
Page
4
The Franklin Echo appears in a new format and prints on a Campbell press this week. The paper is one of the few country journals in the state to afford a Campbell press.
The administration is urged to fill the McCook postmaster vacancy and establish a local post office promptly, with several nearby Democrats reported to be suffering without postal service.
A Pennsylvania millionaire received a five year penitentiary sentence. The influence of New Jersey appears to be spreading as the subject contemplates a trip west to reacquaint with the country and regain vigor reminiscent of forty years past.
A clerk in the auditor's office at Richmond Virginia was convicted of stealing $24,000 from the state while in office and sentenced to two years. The report notes that if the theft had involved a mule valued at $75, he would have faced at least five years.
The Philadelphia Times claims Morrison and Logan have an understanding ensuring one of them will win the Illinois Senate seat. Neither will withdraw and outsiders will be kept out. It marks a firm assertion of control over Illinois politics.
Russian journals favor the proposal to cede a portion of Russian Poland to Germany, envisioning Warsaw as the ancient capital. The move could ease reconciliation with the German chancellor and possibly offset any future Russian gains if Russia thrives against England.
Dispatches from Winnipeg describe General Middleton’s charge on ten Indians in a ravine as only partly successful. The attackers faced a deadly leaden storm, fled calmly as if on parade, and killed one Indian. By morning the Indians had departed, and reinforcements were awaited.
The Pioneer Press states it will no longer oppose a constitutional amendment banning the manufacture and sale of intoxicating liquors in the state. It argues that tens of thousands support prohibition as a path to emancipate the state from the influence of liquor dealers.
The Mexican government rejects any special favors for Mormons seeking to escape U S polygamy laws. They may settle in Mexico but must obey local laws. The article notes the doors of the civilized world are closed to the saints and Africa is their likely remaining option.
The Journal notes rumors that Attorney General Garland and General Lawton are in a political disabilities dispute and that lacking a two thirds vote Congress he cannot hold federal office. It argues such a claim is unlikely given his ten years heading the Department of Justice and his role as a judicial officer.
The Grand Army of the Republic has organized an employment bureau in New York City posts to assist veterans with finding work. The system aims to help infirm veterans, bury the dead, care for widows and orphans, and provide practical charity beyond memorials.
The Southwestern Nebraska Stock Growers' Association held its annual meeting in Benkleman on May 1 1885 with President Bird presiding. Officers elected were Benjamin Bird president W J McGillin vice president and J B Meserve secretary treasurer. An executive committee of five members was chosen and motions set for future meeting dates and round-up planning in Red Willow County. The meeting adjourned after administrative actions and scheduling changes.
County Commissioners reconvene June 2 1885. Fred Munsinger the German arsonist captured in Nebraska and brought in by Sheriff Welborn pleads guilty before Judge H M Ashmore and is sentenced to three months jail and a $50 fine. Dist court special term to Stockville noted with Wm Gaslin in town. C I Babcock visits. County Seat.
C. E. Perkins, president of the C B and Q Railroad, purchased 110000 acres of land in northwestern Kansas. The sale is noted as one of the region’s largest agricultural land deals in Atwood.
Red Willow County Board of Commissioners met April 25 1885 with E J Allington Henry Crabtree present. They read approved last minutes and approved land assessments and road establishments, plus audited claims and official bonds. The board adjourned to May 2 1885.
A local advertisement promotes ER M BRICKEY CO as a destination for clothing and gents fur nishing goods with prices claimed as lower than any other in the country. It highlights an extensive spring line of suits pants shirts and underwear noting elegant fit superior make and latest style along with a line of boys hats and encourages patronage.
J. B. Meserve, W. A. Winnicar, 5. Bastian, Mitchell Young, Judson Remington, H. W. Parker, Page T. Francis, John F. Helm, James F. Clarke, John Gerver, John Connor, T. C. Teas, James J. Boyer, E. Peterman, N. Colling, Samuel Young named to a petit jury.
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