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Newspaper
Mccook Weekly Tribune
Location
Mccook, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1883
Page
4
The Beatrice Exchange bank opened on the tenth of the month, marking a new financial facility in Beatrice. Officials reported customers would access services starting that day, with local residents invited to visit for a first look and account information.
Sioacer Joan L Sullivan was killed to stage an entertainment in Scranton Pennsylvania last week but a rain storm broke up the show. His manager refused to return the gate money and the crowd threatened Sullivan’s life, with Sullivan escaping injury only by fight.
D Cramer brother of A H Cramer named by Republicans of Red Willow county for county clerk with strong chances. He previously served as deputy clerk and proved an efficient officer. The Gazette Journal notes they hope he wins.
Two or three men burdened by prohibitory tariff legislation plan to endow colleges. They propose funding professorships in political economy in institutions that neglect the subject, a move that could aid workers whose labor created their wealth.
A Milwaukee man writes about using Nebraska seed corn last spring. He notes farmers generally obtained a good stand from Nebraska seed corn, better than from home seed. Prospects indicate growers will again seek Nebraska seed corn in the coming spring.
Joan Wepern sheriff candidate I Lee Johnson coroner candidate and Page T Francis surveyor candidate are confident of victory backed by conventions and supporters. They warn defeat would be remarkable but note a new Ohio election dodge could secure victory for them if concerns arise.
The column notes that the People's Convention has good nominations but must run a vigorous campaign to overcome a typical front for regular tickets. It suggests Republicans will have an easy time under normal conditions unless the People's nominees mobilize voters.
The President will submit the names of 750 to 800 postmasters to the Senate in the coming session. About 500 have been appointed since adjournment and 300 commissions will expire this season. Additionally 190 to 200 vacancies will be filled due to deaths resignations and removals. Candidates head to Washington by early December.
Coroner L. L. Johnson and Circuit Court Commissioner H. H. Pickens head a harmonious convention ticket. The proceedings were orderly and many believe the slate will win. Indianola, October 15, 1883.
The Omaha Bee argues judicial appointments should be free of party politics. It urges voters to evaluate candidates on integrity, ability, experience and dignity, emphasizing the judiciary’s independence and public trust rather than partisan allegiance. The piece notes the election is near and highlights the pivotal role of supreme judges.
The piece portrays Hoadley as a sharp political tactician who feigned illness to gain sympathy and votes. It suggests rival operatives used tricks, while Ohio’s electorate rallied, lifting Hoadley to a large lead as polls closed.
In Madrid a grand anniversary event marked the discovery of America. Politicians, literary figures, artists, and diplomats attended in four tiers of boxes. Speeches were given in several languages with music, ending in the unveiling of the Columbus statue on stage.
Diverse items report oats yields in Kansas and Nebraska leading the nation, a new comet brightening around Jan 12, and a Philadelphia court ruling barring naturalization for Chinese. Other notes include farm sales profit, a looming hanging exhibit at Minden, a fatal wagon accident near Columbus, coal findings near Omio, a serious railroad injury at Staplehurst, and assorted local anecdotes.
Notice from McCook Nebraska dated October 10 1883 states Bancock Brothers have sold their lumber interests to Messrs Frees and Hocknell. T B Babcock will join Frees and Hocknell to handle former customers and collect accounts due to Bancock Bros.
The notice states Trin-UNE will be sent to all names on Mr. Israel's subscription list. If any recipient wishes to discontinue the paper, they must notify immediately. otherwise they will be held liable for delivery to their address.
Complaint entered by Leonard B Styles against Benjamin P Hoyt for abandoning homestead entry No 1862 dated June 2 1880 at North Platte Neb. Southeast quarter township 3 north range west in Red Willow county. Parties summoned to appear November 8 1885 at 10 o clock A M to respond and furnish testimony.
The McCook Nebraska land office issues a summons for Isaac N Hobick and William A. Wailin to appear November 11 1854 to testify on alleged abandonment of homestead entry No skip.
U S Land Office at McCook Nebraska initiates proceedings against William Brown for abandoning homestead entry No 444 dated June 25. North Platte lists the location southeast 4 section 17 township 3 north range 6 west Willow county. Hearing set October 2 at 9:00 AM to respond and provide testimony. James Durrett vs William Brown. Registered by L. G. Laws.
Land Office in McCook Nebraska gives notice that settler Asa Tcumbo will file final proof for his land claim entry 2095 in section 55 township 2 north range 31 west. He will appear before the clerk and receive witnesses Joseph Williams Roderic Barnes Louis Fos and Charles A. Luditz at Vuitton Nebraska on November 7 1883 to show continuous residence and cultivation.
Land Office at McCook Nebraska announces that settler John Perr will make final proof on his homestead claim number Lh for the W 4 and adjoining parcels in section 4 township 2 north range 24 west. He lists witnesses Perry Jones Annie Kendall and A Boughton of Indianola Nebraska. Proof before register and receiver October 10 at McCook Nebraska.
Notice is given that armed settler Gottlieb P Weick will prove his homestead claim No 51 for NW21 section 22 in McCook Nebraska. Hearings occur November 9 before the Register and Receiver. Witnesses Adolph Rieschack George White William Coleman and Charles Woolbright listed.
Landfire at MeCook Nebraska February 14 155 notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention with that said proof will be read before Register and Receiver at McCook Nebraska on Friday October 7 1885 viz James Shipherd homestead entry for the southeast quarter of section 25 township north range west. Witnesses to prove his continuous residence and cultivation are David J Ostern of Osborn James Spaulding Daniel Doyle Job E Walters all of McCook Box Butte and Box Fider Nebraska. Registered by G L Laws Register.
Land notice from Septus, Iss. named settler Daniel Matsen seeks trial to prove residence and cultivation of his land in sections 2 1 12 township north west. Proof before Register and Receiver at McCook Nebraska on Saturday the 27th of er. 1580. Witnesses listed from Colbertson and McCook.
Land Office at McCook Nebraska September 1 18S. Test runned settler in frect notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim that said proof will be made before Register and Receiver at McCook Nebraska on Friday July 7 18S viz Henry Shepherd homestead entry for the west half northwest quarter section 4 township 3 north range West 4 west He names the witnesses Daniel J Osborn of short Neb Js Spalling and Daniel Doyle of Hox Eller Neb John E B Waller of McCook Neb L A W S Register
Notice states that a settler has filed intent to prove up a claim on land in McCook Nebraska. Hearing before the Register and Receiver in McCook on Saturday October 10. Named witnesses include John Crutes Juin Matson Charles A. Smith and Mills of Driftwood Nebraska.
Land office notice lists a claimant filing for proof of cultivation and residence to support a claim. The proceeding before the Register of the Receiver in McCook Nebraska sets a November 2 date with named witnesses Adolph Kelechicn Geum Pee Michael Welek and others from Meguk Nebraska.
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