' /fi' * F. 31. AND E. M. K1MMELL , Editors and Publishers. CITY SCHOOL REPORT. MR. W. E. DAUCHY , Director Mc Cook Git } ' Schools : DEAR Sm : J herewith submit my report of our schools for the month cnd- . ing May 7th , 188G : The following is a report of our schools for the month ending May 7th , 188G : Xo. of boys enrolled 88 No. of girls enrolled 132 Whole Xo. enrolled 220 Xumber belonging 187 Average attendance 172 Cases of tardiness 24 Time lost by tardiness two hours. The following named pupils were neither absent nor tardy during the month : Chas. Blanding , John CordealEdith Crane , Ida and Eva Hurd , Anna Hunt , Gertie Laws , Xora Schaffer , Belle Wade , Enghart Soren- sou , John and Ida Shaffer , John Sevcnker , Virlie Berry , Florence Thompson , Jessie Bowman , Mary Sucss , Kitty Wetherald , Stella Lefever , Selma Xoren , La Vaughn Phelan , Lena Coy , Lcona Smith , Emily Bar- raclough , John McManigal , Willie Suyder , Martin Sorenson , Willie McManigal , Gertie Lewis , Lee Jones , Anna Starbuck , Charles McManigal , Sylvia Williams , Archie Mathes , George Hunt , Earl Ludwick , Albert Miller , Willie Sharp , John McGanu , May Stuby , Grace Hobson , Edith Phelan , Stella Xorval , Lulu Xorval , Ella Williams , Emma Plunkett , Mary Angell , Grace Collins , Emma Hamil ton , Susan Leland , Ernest Cordeal , Gusta Miller , Maude Berger , WilliePlunkett , Clara Sharp , Belle Plunkett , Clara Paul , ClaraMc- Gann , Mabel HessXonnaXoble. The following pupils were entitled to a half-holiday. John Cordeal , Edith Crane , Eva Hurd , An na Hunt , Xora Schaffer , Xellie Williamson , Sylvia Williams , Stella Fever , May Stuby , Emma Plunkett. Our schools are now placed upon the accredited list of the University , and pupils completing a prescribed course of study here will be admitted without examination into the second year of the University Latin School. This fact being known the usefulness of the school will be extended , and its sphere widened , by attracting such as may seek to avail themselves of the advantages it offers. With a judicious selection of teachers who are impelled by a love for the work , and who are abreast with the progress of educational methods , with the cordial co-operation of an effi cient Board of Education , seconded by a healthy public sentiment , our schools may accomplish the mission for which they were organized , and be a credit to our thriving city. I would recommend for your consideration the publishing of a catalogue , which not only serves as an advertising medium , but fosters a spirit of pride in our educational inter ests. They are other matters needing the attention of the Board , which will be submitted at its next regular ineet- ing. Eespectfully , "W. S. WEBSTER , McCook , May 31. Principal. DECORATION DAY. A meeting of the Committee ap pointed by J. K. Barnes Post 207 , G- . A. R. , to make arrangements for "Me morial Services' ' on Decora'tion Day , to be held in Menard's Opera Hall , Mon day , May 31st , held in R. S. Cooley's office , Tuesday evening , May llth , the following programme was adopted : MUSIC. 1.o Prayer by Post Chaplain. o Reading of Memorial Order by Post Commander. 3. Singing by Choir. 4. 5 minute speeches. 5. Music. 5.C. C. Oration. 7. Doxology. FomiATiox OF nroccssiox. Commander J. A. Wilcox , Commanding. 1. Band. 1.S. 1.o J. K. Barnes Post207 G. A. R. S. All other Soldiers , Sailors and Marines. 4. Civic Societies of MoCook. 5. Mayor and Coimcil. 5.C. C.f . Public Schools. fi. . Citizens on Foot i.S. . Citizens in Carriages. 9. Memorial Service and Decoration of Graves at Cemetery. A cordial invitation is extended to every body , especially all old Soldiers , Sailors and Marines , to join with us in paying tribute to our dead comrades. By order of Committee. S. D. HUNT , Secretary. FOR SALE OR TRADE. 200 head of cattle and horses , for cash , or land in Nebraska or Kansas. Some choice quarters of land on line of proposed railroad from Oberlin to Bird City , Kas. A splendid stock ranch of 1,280 acres , at a bargain , on the Beaver Creek. A business house in McCook , Xeb. , in a choice location. J. P. MATHES. 45 Atwood , Kas. or McCook , Neb. FARM LOANS. o Made by the McCook Loan and Trust Co. on deeded land , or on final re ceipts , when proof is unquestionable , without sending east for funds. No in terest is payable in advance , but ten per cent straight. Money paid as soon as abstract can be obtained. Office in First National Bank. li af-ST-p" ? T . * < * * PERSONALS. ; 39""Unilct this head wo would bo pleased to Inn f our 1'rlcnds throughout the city acquaint UhuCthcarrival and departure ofthclr visitors. Eil. I'yan of Culbeitson was on our streets , yesterday. llev. Harris of Oberlin is in the city , to-day , on business. May Clark is recovering from a severe at tack of typhoid fever. W. W. Palmer went down to Indianola , tliis morning , on business. Bert Cromwell of Red Cloud visited friends in the city , the lirst of the week. .1. E. Berger went up to Culbertson , Satur day noon , on business. Banker Simpson of Blue Hill was a visitor in the city , last Thursday. Dr. Crimson of Iowa was in the city , Satur day , looking the city over. J. E. Cochran , Esq. , was in Stratton , Tues day , on a laud contest case. H. T. Clarke , the Omaha and Lincoln drug man , was in town , Saturday. John Dawson , Esq. , of Alma , was one of the visitors in the city , Tuesday. George Irving of the B. & M.'s corps of civil engineers , was in town , Saturday. Attorney Golfer was in Stratton , Tuesday , taking testimony in a land contest case. I. J. Reynolds , who is now clerking for Rogers at Culbertson , was in town , Sunday. Col. E. D. Webster came down from Strat ton , Tuesday evening , on a business excur sion. "W. M. Springer returned to his home in Perry , Iowa , yesterday , to remain perma nently. District Attorney W. S. Morlan ofArapa- hoe was in the city , Friday , on important legal business. L. A. Lawton of Grand Island was here , Saturday , en route to his ranch on the French man river. Moody Starbuck and Sheriff Welborn of the county-seat wee among the tourists in the city , Tuesday. Senator Dolan and George Purdum of the county-seat transacted some business matters in the chief city , yesterday. Albeit Daniels of Culbertson spent Sunday in the metropolis , as is the wont of many from our neighboring townsmen. Mrs. J. E. Berger and family and Miss Flora Shaw went down to the capital , Satur day evening , on a visit to relatives. Superintendent Clark of the Wells , Fargo & Co. express company was looking after that corporation's interests here , Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Moody of Stratton came down to the metropolis , Friday evening , on a short visit , returning home , Monday. Misses Jennie Jamison and Alice Murphj' , of our city .schools , were passengers to the county-seat , Friday evening , on a visit home. Major Criswell of Indianola , the tall arm of the law from Elm comer , and charming niece from Illinoiswere in the city , Saturday. Register Laws went down to Omaha , Monday , in response to a subpoena to appear before the U. S. court on a land contest case. Mrs. 2S.L. Wemple left , yesterday evening , for McCook to join her husband , who is on his farm near that place. Hastings Demo crat. crat.Lou Lou Clark , a former B. & M. conductor , but now a "toiling granger , " was in the city , Saturdayon a short visit to old time acquaint ances. Messrs. Suavely , Berge , Mott , Papin and ather Indianolaites were among the Saturday visitors at these business headquarters for the Upper Valley. J. II. Harrison of Curtis transacted busi ness in the city , Monday. He reports the most remarkable activity at that point , with ' 'suckers'5 in profusion. W. Josselyn , train agent , with former iieadquarters at Red Cloud , has removed , with his wife , to our city , from which point lie will hereafter operate. Dr.B.Presson.general agent and examining surgeon at large of the Western Mutual Be- icvolent Association of Beatrice is in the : ity on company business. Alex. Stewart of Wymore , an old-time B. SL engineer on the Wymore branch , was a , 'isitor in the principal city , Sunday. lie has lonsiderable interests here. AV. II. Kilpatrick , Daniel Kilpatrick , David vilpatrick , Lou Armacoht , Charles Bates , all > f the State of Beatrice , were in the city , Saturday , on land business. Mrs. J. T. Platt of Geneva , Xeb. , mother if Mrs. W. M. Sanderson , arrived in the city , ast Saturday evening , and will spend a few reeks visitiug her daughter. F. 0. Climer of Alma , late editor of the Mbune , made these headquarters a pleasant , raternal call , last Friday. He went to Ben- : elman from here , looking up a location. C. K. Lawson , wife and child were among lie numerous visitors iu the city , Saturday , fr. Lawson was here on business connected , 'ith the sale of Ins hardware interests in ! iis place. Carl Boehl of Jloldrege was in the city , ic first of the week. He has disposed of his iterest in the firm of Anderson & Boehl , to [ r. Anderson , as will be seen by notice in nother place. C. D. Fuller , foreman of the Paxton Cattle 'o. ' , came down to the city , Tuesday evening , u company business. He left for Chicago , Wednesday morning , to confer with other fficers of the company. C. H. Wolfe of the Axtell Acorn , if. L. 'homasof ' the Holdrege Republican and B. . . Harlan of the Otis Enterprise represented ic profession in this city , the first of the eek. They Avere guests at the Commercial. p C. L. Watkins of the Blue Hill Times , who as been having an interesting time , lately , 5 one of the principals in a scandal which ntated Blue Hill , was in the city , Saturday. he woman in the unfortunate affair , it seems as a domestic in the Watkhis family. C ( Lonsdale or Fruit of the Loom mus- n 10 cents a yard at Wilcox & Fowler's. COUNTY-SEAT ITEMS. Miss Criswell left for home , Tuesday after noon. Attorney John Divwson was in Indianola , Tuesday. Eli Alllngton of Beaver vas In our place , Saturday. H. F. Siuuett of Curtis spent Sunday with us and returned , Monday. E. C. Ballew made bis weekly trip to Akron and returned Monday. A. M. Sheriff Welborn returned from a business trip to Colorado and Denver , Monday. H. B. Likesonoof theformcrCounty Judges of Red Willow county , is visiting friends in town. District Attorney Morlan was in our city , Saturday , looking over the docket of our coin ing term of court. Mrs. Haywood , who has been on her claim near Benkelman for some time past , is visit ing with her husband here. ; Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Harnoy returned from a pleasure trip through New Mexico and Arizo na , and looking accordingly. I Mrs. W. H.Dodd , Mrs. W. H. McCartney and | Miss Akin of our city were visitors to the uic- ' tropolis , Tuesday afternoon. | At a meeting of our base ball club , Monday evening , Bert Barnes was elected captain , Geo. Papiu , manager and secretary. Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Cruinbaugh left for Curtis , Tuesday. They took guns and fishing tackle and will camp out around the Medicine fora week or 10 days. M. Y. Starbuck , one of our oldest residents , , has disposed of his residence on Main street , and will immediately move his family to Mc Cook , where he will reside in the future. The calico ball held at McCartney's hall , Monday evening , was the affair of the season. The costumes were numerous and fine , and everyone enjoyed himself from appearances. May 12th , 1880. * NONDESCRIPT. RESOLUTIONS. WHEKKAP , We , the members of the Red Willow County Teachers' Association , fully realize the kindness and hospitality shown us by the people of Red Willow , during our session held May 7 and 8 , 1SSO , do desire to express our appreciation of the same , TIIIUIFOIK , UK IT HKSOLVKD , That we extend to the citizens of Red Willow out most sincere thanks for the courtesies shown , and kind hospitality extended to in. during our session. RHSOLVKD , That we return our thanks to Supt. Campbell of the B. & M. R. R. for kindness shown us by way of transportation. RESOLVED , That a copy of these lesolu- tions be submitted to the County papers for publication. f B. S. HAYWOOD , Com. ) ALICE JIUKi'iiy , j REV. W. S. Winiuis , ( . JIXXIK JAJIISOX. ( ggTMcCook papers please copy. RESOLUTIONS. WHKIIKAS , We , the teachers of Red Wil low County , assembled in regular association , hearing of the serious illness of our esteemed superintendent , Mr. C. L. Xettleton , who for the past six years has labored with the difficulties and hardships arising fiom the es tablishment of schools in a new country , and WHKIIEAS , He has endeared himself to us all by his Christian example , sterling character , steadfast friendship and personal assistance , therefore , BE IT RESOLVED , That we , in this his hour of suffering , extend to him our heartfelt sym pathy , and our most earnest wishe > for his speedy and permanent recovery. ( JEXXII : JAMIM > X , Com. \ ADA P. BUCK , ( B. S. HAYWOOD. Red Willow , May Sth , 18SC. R. A. Cole , Merchant Tailor. To THE PEOPLE : I have received , complete in every line , my new spring stock , and assure to all who call upon me , fine goods , elegant fits , at very rea sonable prices. Drop in and be convinc ed. B. A. Cole , three doors west of Citizens Bank , Dcnnison street. FOR SALE. B. F. Olcott has two second hand top buggies and two second hand lumber wagons for sale , or will trade for horses. A.lso remember that Olcott has the fin est road stallion in the west , and farin- 3rs and stockmen should see him before breeding. TRADE 1 TRADE ! o Fine Tree Claim and Homestead ad joining town site of Akron , Colo. , to irade for McCook town lots. Also two ine claims in the Frenchman Hitchcock Co. , for cash or trade. COLE & Moss , McCook , Neb. THE TRAVELERS INSURANCE COM- ? ANY began business in April , ISG-i , and s still managed by the men. who started t. It is not only the oldest , largest and itrongest Accident Company in America rat the only one of any considerable ize. Its Cash Assets have steadily in- Teased year by year , and now reach ; 7,826,000 , the liabilities being $5,879 , 100 , leaving a surplus to policy-holders if $1,947,000. It has written nearly ,100,000 General Accident Policies , nd paid cash benefits to over one in nine f the insured , amounting to over 7,300,000.No better or surer invest- ient of the small sum required can be lade than in a Yearly Accident Policy i THE TRAVELERS , which secures the rincipal sum in event of accidental ? eathor , a weekly indemnity for injury ausing total dssability and loss of ime. Any agent will write a policy at bort notice. R. S. COOLEY , Agent , McCook , Neb. "A PROPHET is not without honor , save i his own country" probably ( ? ) explains hy Van Wyck is so heartily champi- ned by the lick-spittles of the bucolic ourbon press of the state. Van has ur sincere commiseration. That sup- ort ought to kill a better man than Van. DISSOLUTION NOTICE. Notice is hereby given that on the llth day : Slay , 18SG , the partnership heretofore cxist- g between Anderson & Boehl was dissolved r mutual agreement. Jlr. Anderson will mtinue the business at the old stand , and ill collect all accounts and pay all bills of the ra. CIIAKLES ANDEKSOX. 50-3t. CARL BOEHL. ited , McCook , Neb , , Msy llth , 1886. ALSO , A FINE LINE OF TRIMMINGS , AT L , 1 Bernhewr's ' I Merchant ยง Tailoring i Establishment ! MAKE YOUR SELECTION WHILE THE STOCK IS COMPLETE. He Never Fails to Give a Perfect Fit ! L. Bernheimer , McCook , Neb/ * LEGAL NOTICE. LYDIA J. DUVAIX , Plaintiff , J InDist. Court vs. J-of Ked Willow AI.ONZO DUVAM , , Defendant. ) county. Neb. To ALOSX.O DtrvAiii , . NON-RESIDENT DEFEN DANT : You are hereby notified that on the 12th day of April , 1880 , Lydia J. Dimill tiled a petition apainst you in the District Court of IJcrt Willow count ) * , Nebraska , the object and prayer of which are to obtain a divorce from you on the ground that you have willlully abandoned the pluintilf without good cause for the term of two years last past. You are hereby required to answer said petition on or before Monday the 24th day of Jlay , 1880. LYDIA J. DUVAT.I , , 40 by J. E. Cochran , her attorney. LEGAL NOTICE. _ STATE OP NEBRASKA , I Red Willow County. ( ss" In Probate Court , Ked Willow County , Neb. In the matter of J. W. Dolan , administrator of W. II. Dolan , deceased. NOTICE is hereby j-ivcn that J. W. Dolan has taken out letters of administration on the estate of W. H. Dolan , deceased , and that cred itors are required to present their claims against said estate within six months from this date. This notice to be published for three consecutive weeks in THE McCooKTitinuNE , a newspaper published and of reneral circu lation in Red Willow county , Nebraska. IN TESTIMONY WHKRKOK , I have hereunto set my hand and the ollicial seal of said county this fith day of .May , IHMi. 4 ! ) HENRY BAXTER , County Judge. FINAL PEOOF NOTICES. LAND OFFICE AT McCooic , Nun. , i May ! { , INsG. f Notice is hereby given that the following- named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim , and that said proof will be made bolore Regis ter or Receiver at McCook , Neb. , on Wednes day , June 10 , JSsO.viAndrew Nelson , Home stead Entry 1670 , for the south southwest > 4 3 and north ' , northwest ? .i section 2(5 ( , town ship 3 north , range IiO , west U P. 31. He names the following witnesses to prove his continu ous residence upon , and cultivation of , said land , viAdolph Keischick , Harvey T. West , Jacob H. Evans , John. Jones all of McCook. Nebraska. 49 G.L. LAWS , Register. LAND OFFICE AT MCCOOK , NEB. , i April : 'Cth , 1SSU. f Notice is hereby given that the following- named settler lias filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim , and that said proof will be made before Regis ter or Receiver at McCook , Neb. , on Saturday , June 5th. 18M , viz : Michael C. Rider , Home stead Entry 2101 , for the northwest quarter of section 13 , township 4 north , range & > , west 6th P. M. He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon , and cul tivation of , said land , viWilliam S. Pate , Uad Tate , James Doyle and Hiram Bixler , all 3f McCook , Nebraska. 48 G. L. LAWS. Register. LAND OFFICE AT MCCOOK , NEU. , I April 2ith ( , 18M ! . f Notice is hereby given that the following- lamed settler lias filed notice of his intention : o make final proof in support of his claim , ind that said proof will be made before Rcgis- cror Receiver at McCook , Neb. , on Saturday , lune 5th. ISMi , viJames C. Drury , Homestead 3ntry505tl , for the northwest quarter of section i. township 5 north , range 2 ! , west Oth P. 31. rle names the following witnesses to prove his : ontinuous residence upon , and cultivation of , ; aid land , viz : John W. Jicnnett , Colbcin P. Hland , Enoch E. Osvog and Nels. C. Dueland , ill of 3IcCook , Nebraska. 48. G. L. LAWS , Register. LAND OFFICE AT MCCOOK , NEK. , * April 2Gth. 18Si. f Notice is hereby given that the following- laincd settler has Hied notice of his intention o make final proof in support of his claim , ind that said proof will be made before Regis- er or Receiver at 3IcCook , Neb. , on Monday , lune 14th , J8SU , viz : John G. Winspr , D.S.2Go'J , 'or the northwest quarter of section 29 , town- hip 1 north , range 29 , west Uth P.M. He names he following witnesses to prove his continu- > us residence upon , and cultivation of , said and , viz : John Goodenberger , John W.Relpu , Sidney Dodge and Amos Goodenberger , all of IcCook , Nebraska. 48 G.L. LAWS , Register. LAND OFFICE AT McCooic , NEB. , ( April 13th , 18bU. f Notice is hereby given that the following- uiuied settler has filed notice of his intention o make final proof in support of his claim , .nd that said proof will be made before Regis- er or Receiver at 3IcCook , Neb. , on Saturday , , lay 22d , IbSG , viz : Thomas H. Fowler , Home tead Entry 2157 , for the northeast quarter o ection G , township 1 north , range 28 west Gtl . 31. He names the following witnesses tc prove his continuous residence upon , and cul ivation of , said land , viWilliam K. Thorp Jugene Dunham , William U. Kennedy am ? homas H. Cattall of Danbury , Neb. 4G G. L. LAWS , Register. LAND OFFICE AT MCCOOK , NEB. , ( . April 12th , ISbG. ( Notice is hereby given that the following- tamed settler has lijed notice of his intentioi o make final proof in support of his claim nd that said proof will be made betore Reg ster or Receiver at McCook , Nebraska , 01 'riday , 31ay21st,18fcO , vU : Charles Weintz , Jr. ) . S. No. 2520 , for the E. / S. W. 4 N. W. } t S V. ML section 12 and N. E. } .i S. E. h section 11 ownbhip2 noith , range a ) west. He names he following witnesses to prove his continu us residence upon , and cultivation of , said ind , viz. Henry Voges. Harry 31 eyers , Char- ; s Ebert and 1 red. Wagoner , all of McCook , feb. 40 G.L. LAWS , Register. LAND OFFICE AT 3IcCooK , NEB. , | April 3rd , 18M5. f Notice is hereby given that the following- amed settler has filed notice of his intention > make final proof in support of his claim , nd that said proof will be made before Reg- ter or Receiver at McCookNeb.on Thursday , lay 20th , 1SSG , viz : James 31. 31oKelvey , omestead entry 40G3 for the E. VS. . E. J4 see- on 11 and E.l2 N. E. J4 section 14 , township north , range : > 0 west G P. 31. He names the ) llowing witnesses to prove his continuous ; sidence upon , and cultivation of , said land , iz : Henry Gale , William A. Gold , Fernian . Gold and Frank Albreight all of 31cCoolc , eb. 45 G. L. LAWS , Register. LAND OFFICE AT 3IcCooK , NEB. , I March 30th , IStG. f Notice is hereby given that the following- uncd settler has filed notice of his intention i make final proof in support of his claim , id that said proof will be made before Regis- r or Receiver at 31cCook , Neb. , on Tuesday , ay 18th. 1880 , viSmith Gordon , D. S. 185G , r the southeast quarter of section 3 , tow-n ip 3 north , range 29 west Gtii P. 31. He names e following witnesses to prove his continu- is residence upon , and cultivation of , said nd , viz : Charles E. Fox , Edward F. Couse. lomas Ruggies and Charles Christ , all of 3lc- > ok , Neb. 44 G.L. LAWS , Register. HESS & GOODENBERGER , CONTRACTORS -AND- BUILDERS , McCOOK , NEBRASKA. "ilaterwl furnished if desired. A. POSTPONED 1C SALE- ! Owing to bad-weather I have found it nec essary to postpone my i SALE OF SHOETHOENS Until June 16th , 1S86 , when we hope to see all who want good cattle. Remember June 16 , 1SS6 , at Lincoln , Neb. JOHN FITZGERALD , i- TfSE CITIZENS BANK OF McGOOK I I ! ( INCORPORATED UNDER STATE LAWS. ) Paid up Capital , $50,000,00 , iDOES A 1.1 General Banking Business , Collections made on all accessible points. Drafts drawn directly on the principal cities of Europe. Taxes for . paid Xon-Residents. Money to loan on faming lands , village and personal property. Fire insurance a specialty. \ \ Tickets For Sale to and from Europe , CORRESPONDENTS : V. FKANKIJN , President. First National Bank , Lincoln , Nebraska. \ JOHN R. CLARK , Vice-President. The Chemical National Bank , New York , A. c. EBEUT , Cashier. I will offer for 60 DAYS ONLY , the entire stock of LAWLER & MAONER , r COST ! f , i THE STOCK CONS/STS Of A COMPLETE AND ELEGANT LINE OF 'J ' i MANY OF THESE ARE FINE IMPORTED SUITS. [ N BOOTS AND SHOES The Stock is all New and Bright and of the Latest Styles. \ ALSO A LARGE VARIETY OF ' Dress Goods , Cashmeres , Etc. , Dress Flan- lel , Basket , Shaker and Twilled Flannel , Jnderwear , Muslin , Calico , Laces , Kid Gloves , > Handkerchiefs , Gents's Furnishing Goods , Valises , Trunks , Hats and Caps , Notions and ! rroeeries ! < J MAKE A NOTE OP THESE FACTS. DROFITS HAVE PERISHED ! If you buy these goods you can save money. In Overcoats , New Markets , Etc. , I can save you 25 to SO per cent. F. S. WILCOX , Assignee. jcond Door West of the McEntee Hotel.