L. P. ALBRIGHT, President of the Webster County
Bank, was born in Mifflin County, Pa., and there
raised. He was engaged as a commercial traveler
about two years. In 1878 came to Red Cloud, and
followed live stock and farming; also a short
time engaged in the music business. He has been
Deputy Sheriff and Town Trustee. This bank was
established October 1, 1881. Mr. Albright bought
Dr. Shilder's interest January 1, 1882. He then
became President. R. V. Shirey, Cashier of this
bank, is a native of Clearfield County, Pa. Was
raised in Illinois. Received a course of studies
at the Mount Morris Seminary. In the fall of
1876 came to Chicago, and was employed with a
wholesale chemical house two years. In 1879 came
to York, and entered the banking house of Sayre
& Atkins, where he remained for two years.
In the fall of 1881 came to Red Cloud, and has
since been connected with this bank.
A. T. AYERS, farmer, Section 32, Town 2, Range
12, post office, Riverton, was born October 1,
1830, in Madison County, Ohio. When a year old
his parents moved to Tazewell County, Ill. There
he assisted on their farm. In 1850 came to Cedar
County, Iowa. There married Miss Lucinda Snow,
of Indiana. They have one son. In 1867 they
removed to Linn County, and followed farming. In
November, 1870, they came to Nebraska city.
Settled in Webster County February, 1871. Took a
homestead of 160 acres, where they now reside.
He has since followed farming, and is largely
engaged in live stock. Mr. A. has been County
Commissioner one term, and has held most of the
local offices in his precinct. He enlisted in
1862 in Co. G, Thirty-first Iowa Infantry. Was
mustered out as First Sergeant at the close of
the war.
GEORGE W. BALL, of the firm of Ball, Cover
& Co., farming implements, sewing machines,
wagons, etc., was born in Fulton County, Ind.,
and there raised. He enlisted in August, 1862,
in Co. D, Eighty-seventh Indiana Infantry. Was
discharged on account of physical disability
January, 1863. Re-enlisted November 18, 1863, in
Co. G, One Hundred and Twenty-eighth Indiana
Infantry. Was mustered out in May, 1868. Was
Second Lieutenant. He participated in thirteen
battles, among which were the battles of
Nashville, Franklin, Atlanta, and others. Was
engaged on patrol duty the last year in the
service. Returned to Indiana, and was engaged in
merchandising about two years, and in farming
November, 1870, came to Webster County. Took a
claim of 160 acres four and one half miles east
of Red Cloud. Engaged in farming about eight
years. This farm he still owns. July, 1878, the
firm of Miller & Ball was established. This
continued till January 1882, when the firm
changed to Ball, Cover & Co.
J. P. BAYHA, County Clerk, war born in
Wheeling, W. Va., and there raised. Enlisted in
1862 in Battery D, First West Virginia Light
Artillery. Served to the end of the war. In 1865
came to Dakota City, Neb., and engaged in
merchandising. In the spring of 1878 came to Red
Cloud. Was employed as bookkeeper for Samuel
Garbon. Held this position till January 1, 1882,
when he assumed charge of this office, having
been elected County Clerk in the fall of 1881.
CHARLES BUSCHOW, County Treasurer, was born in
Prussia. There learned the trade of shoemaking.
Worked at it three years. In 1867, came to
Woodford County, Ill. Followed this trade one
winter, then engaged in farming. In the spring
of 1873 came to Webster County, Neb. Took a
homestead claim of 160 acres, which he still
owns. Mr. Buschow has been Assessor of Potsdam
Precinct since it organization, and School
Treasurer. Was United States Census Enumerator
for 1880. In the fall of 1881 he was elected
County Treasurer.
O. C. CASE, firm of Case & McNeny,
attorneys at law, is a native of Rochester, N.
Y.; was there raised and received his early
education. In 1874 came to Iowa City, Iowa,
entered the Law Department of the State
University; graduated in 1876. He then practiced
law in Iowa till 1879, when he came to Red
Cloud, where he has since been actively engaged
in the practice of his profession. James McNeny,
of the above firm, was born January 28, 1854, at
Port Henry, N. Y. He entered the Port Jarvis
Academy, where he received a preparatory course
of studies. He also attended the University of
Ottawa, Canada, three and a half years. August,
1876, he entered the Elizabethtown College,
there remained till April, 1878, when he came to
Red Cloud, Neb. Studied law with H. S. Kaley,
subsequently with O. C. Case. Was admitted to
the bar November, 1880. The following October he
became a member of the law firm of Case &
McNeny, which has since continued.
A. COOK, boots and shoes. Was born July 11,
1827, in Prussia, there learned this trade. In
the fall of 1846 came to St. Louis, Mo. There
worked at his trade. In 1858 he removed to
Louisa County, Iowa. Carried on this business in
Wapella till December, 1879, when he came to Red
Cloud, and opened this store. Married in 1859 to
Christina Beck, of Germany. She died in 1864,
aged 30 years. Have one son. Second marriage to
Charlotte Raco, in the spring of 1871. She is
also a native of Germany. They have two
daughters.
JOSEPH. GARBER, meat market. Was born July 4,
1840, in Logan County, Ohio. In 1851 came to
Clayton County, Iowa, and engaged in teaching
school. He enlisted in 1862 in Co. D,
Twenty-seventh Iowa Infantry. Served to the end
of the war. Returned to Clayton County, and
continued teaching. June, 1870, he came to
Webster County. In 1872 removed to Nuckolls
County. Held the office of County Clerk two
terms. In 1875, he was elected a member of the
Constitutional Convention. Returned to Red Cloud
in 1877. Has since been engaged in farming.
During 1871 he held the office of County
Commissioner. Mrs. Garber was the first resident
white woman in Webster County. They have four
children, three daughters and one son.
SAMUEL GARBER, retired, was born December 11,
1821, in Rockingham County, Virginia. At the age
of 11 years he came with his parents to Logan
County, Ohio. There assisted on their farm. In
1851 came to Clinton County, Iowa, followed
farming. October, 1871, he came to Red Cloud.
He, with his brother Silas, opened a general
store, which was the first general store in Red
Cloud. Mr. Richardson was also a member of this
firm one year. His brother Silas retired from
the firm in 1876, he being elected Governor. Mr.
Garber continued this business until January,
1882, when he sold out his stock to A. Kaley.
He, with his brother, owns the northern part of
the town site. He also owns 400 acres joining
the town on the north, and 320 acres in Nuckolls
and Webster Counties. Also 307 acres in Kansas.
He with his son-in-law are carrying on a general
store in Salem, Kansas under the firm name of S.
Garber & Co., carrying stock of about
$10,000.
HON. SILAS GARBER, retired, is a native of
Logan County, Ohio. Was born September 21, 1833.
There received a preparatory course of studies.
At the age of seventeen he came to Clayton
County, Iowa, and engaged in farming. At the
breaking out of the war he enlisted in the Third
Missouri, known as the Lyon Regiment, and served
for about one year. He then returned to Clayton
County, Iowa. Again entered the service as First
Lieutenant, Co. D, twenty-seventh Iowa Infantry.
This company he raised. He served in this
capacity for about three months, when he was
promoted to Captain of this company. He held
this position to the end of the war. He
participated in all the battles of the Red River
campaign, and Pleasant Hill, La., battles of Old
Oaks, Miss., Nashville, Tenn., and others, under
the command of Gen. A. J. Smith. He then
returned to Clayton County. Soon after went to
California,where he remained for four years. In
May, 1870, he came to Nebraska, and located in
Webster County. He is now the oldest resident of
Red Cloud. At this time there were but two
settlers in the county. He engaged in farming
and general merchandising. He owns this town
site, also eighty acres of land with his
residence, which is one of the finest in the
county. He also owns a tract of land of 101½
acres north of town. He was the first Probate
Judge in this county. He also represented
Webster, Nuckolls, and Jefferson Counties in the
Legislature. After serving one year as Register
of the United States Land Office, at Lincoln, he
was elected Governor, which office he held two
terms, from 1874 to 1878. He is now engaged in
raising live stock.
GILHAM & TULLEYS, attorneys at law. J. A.
Tulleys was born in Ross County, Ohio, and was
there raised. At the breaking out of the war he
enlisted in Co. H, Twenty seventh Ohio Infantry.
Served three years. Returned to Ohio. Soon after
came to Memphis. Was clerk in the Freedman's
Depot about six months, then came to Illinois.
Soon after returned to Ohio, and engaged in
school teaching. In 1871 came to Iowa. May,
1872, came to Red Cloud. There was but four
buildings here at that time. He engaged in
teaching during the summer, and was subsequently
employed as clerk in Mr. Garber's store. In the
spring of 1873 he was appointed Deputy County
Clerk. Held this office till January 1, 1882.
During this time he pursued the study of law.
Was admitted to practice March, 1882.
W. E. JACKSON, retired, is a native of
Fairfield County, Ohio; there he was raised.
Enlisted in 1846 in the Mexican war, Co. H,
Third Ohio Infantry. Served one year. In 1851 he
came to Alamakee County, Iowa. There engaged in
farming. In 1864 he enlisted in Co. B,
Twenty-seventh Iowa Infantry. Served to the end
of the war. Returned to Iowa, and continued
farming. July, 1870, he came to Webster County;
the following month came to Red Cloud. Took a
homestead claim of 160 acres, which has since
been mostly sold for railroad purposes. he also
owns 160 acres one-half mile east of town. He
was the first Postmaster of Red Cloud; held the
office two years. Was also the first County
Superintendent. Married January 7, 1851, to
Julia Miner of Perry County, Ohio. They have
three children--one son and two daughters. Mrs.
Jackson was the first white woman who resided in
Red Cloud. They built a stockade, where they
lived during the winter, accompanied by James
Calvert and Finis E. Penny.
C. W. KALEY, attorney at law, was born in
Mifflin County, Pa. At the age of seven came
with his parents to Wyandot County, Ohio.
Attended school and assisted on their farm. In
1874, came to Red Cloud, and studied law with
his brother, now deceased. He was admitted to
the bar in 1876. He was elected a member of the
Legislature in the fall of 1881, to fill a
vacancy caused by the death of his brother, H.
S. Kaley. He was appointed by the Governor a
member of the State Normal School Board. This
position he still holds. In the fall of 1879 he
was elected County Judge. His brother was the
recipient of many important offices, and was
appointed by the President Consul to Chemnetz,
Germany, and was also a delegate to the
Cincinnati Convention at the time of the
nomination of President Hayes. He died August
26, 1881.
W. H. LUDLOW, brick manufacturer, was born in
Hoboken, N. J., January 1, 1814. At the age of
four years he came with his parents to
Cincinnati, Ohio. There he was apprenticed to
the tanner's trade. He lived there and in Butler
County in all about twenty-five years. In 1850
he came to Clinton County, Ind., and engaged in
farming. In 1854 removed to Benton County, Iowa,
and also followed farming. In 1873 came to Red
Cloud, where he has since resided. He owns
eighty acres of land. The past year he has been
engaged in the manufacture of brick. He was
married in 1852 to Miss P. C. Bailey, of
Indiana; have five children--four sons and one
daughter. He has three sons by a former
marriage. His son, Grant S. Ludlow, is now
employed in the office of the Red Cloud Chief.
DAVID LUTZ, farmer, was born May 31, 1831, in
Union County, Pa. At the age of five years came
with his parents to Madison County, Ohio.
Assisted on their farm. In January, 1854, came
to Benton County, Iowa. There married Miss
Rebecca, daughter of Rev. John Summers, then of
Benton County. Have four children, one son and
three daughters. His son, at the age of seven
years, declaimed the Declaration of
Independence, July 4, 1875, at Red Cloud.
November 13, 18976, with unshod feet, standing
on the veritable table, he also declaimed the
Declaration of Independence at Philadelphia. Mr.
Lutz followed the mason trade in Iowa till the
breaking out of the war. He then enlisted in Co.
I, Second Iowa Cavalry. Served one year. Lost
his right arm, July, 1862, during a cavalry
charge near Booneville, Miss. He then returned
to Iowa. Was engaged in teaching nine years. In
1871 came to Red Cloud, and engaged in the drug
business a short time. Since then has been
engaged in farming.
M. B. McNITT, Postmaster, was born in Sandusky
County, Ohio, and there raised. Enlisted in the
fall of 1862 in Co. G, Nineteenth Michigan
Infantry, and served to the end of the war.
Returned to Ohio, and engaged in farming. He
came to Red Cloud September 8, 1872, put up a
house, and opened a hardware store. Continued
this business about eighteen months. He was
appointed Postmaster January 1, 1874, which
office he still holds.
A. S. MARSH, general merchandise. Was born in
Oneida County, N. Y. Since a boy he has always
been engaged in merchandising. In 1864 came to
Chicago. In 1868 came to Beatrice, Neb. May,
1880, came to Red Cloud, and established this
business worth about $40,000 a year.
MRS. SARAH MICK was born January 7, 1806, in
Servier County, E. Tenn. When a child she came
with her parents to Montgomery County, Ohio,
where she lived until she was married to Lewis
Kiser, January 16, 1823. Then lived within six
miles of Dayton till 1830, when she came to
Tippecanoe County, Ind., where she lived until
1847. A daughter on the verge of womanhood died
in September, 1846. Her husband, Lewis Kiser,
died in July, 1847, with erysipelas. Eight days
later, a son, twenty-two years old, died with
congestive fever. They both became Christians
the year before they were married. He was one of
the pillars and supporters of the Christian
Church at West Point, Ind., and was Elder when
he died. They had lived there near thirty years
very happily. Her mother being dead, her father
had made his home with her for twenty years. He
was a preacher in the Christian Church. His
names was James Kinkeman. He was born in
Maryland, and died at her home February 12,
1853. The next year after her husband died, her
oldest son, James Kiser, and oldest daughter
were both married. She was left with her two
youngest children and her father, and he was
getting old and feeble. In about three years she
married Charles Mick, and they lived together
over ten years, when she was again left a widow.
She remained in Indianan, living with her son,
James Kiser, until the war broke out. He
volunteered, and raised a company, and he was
made Captain. This company was called the
Fortieth Regiment Indiana Volunteers. He,
however, did not engage in a battle, as he took
sick, and was sick a long time. He was told to
go North or he never would regain his health.
Accordingly he went home and stayed at home
three weeks. But on account of frequent request
to return to the army, he returned too soon, and
as soon as he went on duty he was taken sick and
died in a few days at Corinth, Miss. His wife
and mother had him taken home to bury. He was a
good Christian man. He used to get "the boys"
together and have prayer meetings in the tents.
He died in May, 1862. In 1864 she went to Iowa,
having three children married and living there.
James had two little daughters--Maggie and
Arminta Kiser. In about six years their mother
died, leaving word on her deathbed for their
grandma to come and get the children. She went
from Iowa to Indiana and got the children and
had them two years in Iowa. Her youngest
daughter was married in Iowa to W. T. McBride,
and lived there three or four years after they
were married. Mrs. Mick, her son, Luther Mick,
and her daughter and husband, McBride, concluded
they would come to Nebraska. In 1870 they came
to Nebraska with the two little Kiser girls. The
McBrides had two small children, the first ever
brought to Webster County. There names were Lena
and Carrie McBride. Luther Mick was married at
Red Cloud, Neb., and now lives at Salem, Jewel
County, Kas, keeping store with Garber & Co.
He is a good, honest business man. The two Kiser
girls are both married. Maggie is Mrs. Dr.
Robinson, of Guide Rock, Neb. Arminta is Mrs.
Curtis Evans of Red Cloud, Neb. Mrs. Mick has
lived alone a great deal in the last two years.
He granddaughter, Carrie McBride, is now living
with her and going to school. She took a
homestead at Guide Rock and lived there six and
a half years, and then sold her homestead and
came to Red Cloud, the county seat of Webster
county, and built a house, and has money left to
live on. She obeyed the Gospel in early life,
and always tried to live up to her professions.
She is seventy-six years old, but is still very
active.
J. L. MILLER, dealer in harness and saddles,
was born in Fulton County, Ind. Enlisted in 1863
in Co. H, Twentieth Indiana Infantry. Served to
the end of the war. Returned to Indiana. In 1867
came to Nebraska, and followed contracting and
building in Otoe and Johnson Counties. April,
1874, came to Red Cloud, and put up a few
buildings. Afterward employed by Garber &
Co. as clerk about eighteen months. He then
bought out W. T. McBride, harness, etc. Has
since been engaged in this business.
LEVI MOORE, farmer and real estate, was born in
Pocahontas County, Va., and there lived till the
age of twenty-two, when he came to McHenry
County, Ill., and engaged in farming. In 1851
came to Winneshiek County, Iowa, and also
followed farming. June, 1873, came to Red Cloud.
Has since been engaged in the loan and real
estate business, also farming. He owns a farm of
660 acres and one of 160 acres, also his
residence in town with ten acres, the Commercial
Hotel and livery barn, with twelve lots, the
store building now occupied by A. S. Marsh, and
other property.
Dr. J. M. MOSENA, physician and surgeon, was
born in Monroe County, Ohio, and there raised.
Attended the Little Miami Seminary two years. In
1855 came to Burlington, Iowa. Attended the
Baptist Collegiate Institute two years. He then
took up the study of medicine under the
instructions of Dr. Ransom and later with Dr. A.
P. McCollough. Then entered the College of
Physicians and Surgeons at Keokuk, Iowa.
Graduated in 1878. The following year he came to
Red Cloud, where he has since resided. The
Doctor has been in active practice since 1871.
Dr. L. D. Denney, firm of Mosena & Denney,
is a native of Brown County, Ohio. Received his
medical education with Prof. North, of Keokuk,
Iowa. Graduated at the College of Physicians and
Surgeons, Keokuk, Iowa. In the spring of 1882 he
came to Red Cloud, and became a member of the
above firm.
E. M. PERKINS, of the firm of Besley &
Perkins, hardware, tinware, stoves, etc., is a
native of Bureau County, Ill. At the age of 20
years he entered the employ of Hibbard, Spencer
& Co. Continued with this firm about eight
years. Most of the time as traveling salesman.
In 1880 came to Red Cloud. Has since been a
member of the above firm.
A. C. POPE, farming implements, was born in
Erie County, Pa.; raised in Wisconsin. He
entered the State University, at Madison, and
graduated in 1870. He then engaged in school
teaching, which he continued till 1874, when he
came to Webster County, located in Oak Creek
Precinct, and engaged in farming. In 1876 he was
elected County Superintendent. Held this office
one term. In 1878 came to Red Cloud, and has
since been engaged in his present business. He
formerly was a resident of Blue Earth County,
Minn. There held the office of Deputy Clerk of
the Court. Also engaged in school teaching.
C. H. POTTER, real estate, was born in Canada.
At the age of sixteen he came to Winneshiek
County, Iowa, and engaged in farming. In the
fall of 1871 he came to Red Cloud, Neb., and
took a homestead of 160 acres, three miles west
of Red Cloud. He also owns about a section of
other land in Webster County; also four business
houses, two residences, and other property in
Red Cloud. All of this property he has acquired
since coming to Webster county. In 1873 he
opened a drug store. This business he continued
until May 22, 1880, when he sold out to Henry
Cook, who has since carried on the business.
C. E. PUTNAM, groceries, flour and feed, is a
native of Broome County, N. Y. He enlisted in
1864 in the Fifth New York Cavalry, and served
during the war. In 1877 he came to Peoria, Ill.,
and there engaged in merchandising and farming.
In the fall of 1878 he came to Red Cloud. May,
1879, he established this business.
W. N. RICHARDSON, live stock dealer, was born
in Dunkirk, N. Y.; raised in Illinois. He
enlisted in 1861 in Co. D, Seventieth Illinois
Infantry, and served his enlistment of three
months. Returned to Illinois, and engaged in the
live stock business. In the spring of 1871 he
came to Lincoln. In June, of this year he came
to Red Cloud, and in company with Gov. Garber
engaged in merchandising, this being the first
general store opened in Red Cloud. Continued
this business two years. He then engaged in live
stock and real estate, which he has since
continued. He owns two well improved farms, also
property in Red Cloud.
AUGUSTUS ROATS, farmer, was born in Baden,
Germany. At the age of eleven he came with his
parents to Cape Vincent, N. Y., worked in a
shingle mill, farmed, and carried on the cooper
business. He enlisted in 1862 in the Tenth Heavy
Artillery, and served to the end of the war.
Returned to Cape Vincent, and carried on
coopering and farming. In 1867 came to Juno
County, Wis., and followed farming. July 19,
1870, he came to Webster County, where he has
since resided. His family are among the earliest
settlers of the county. Mrs. Roats has not been
absent one night from this farm since they
located here. Mr. R. was married in 1866 to
Sarah Blanchard, of Wolf River, Canada. They
have five children--two sons and three
daughters.
W. H. SAYRE, of the firm of Potter & Sayre,
Red Cloud Mills, is a native of Yates County, N.
Y. After finishing a preparatory course of
studies, he entered Starkey Seminary, where he
remained three years, in 1878 he came to Red
Cloud, and became a member of the firm January
14, 1882.
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L. P. ALBRIGHT, President of the Webster County Bank, was born in Mifflin County, Pa., and there raised. He was engaged as a commercial traveler about two years. In 1878 came to Red Cloud, and followed live stock and farming; also a short time engaged in the music business. He has been Deputy Sheriff and Town Trustee. This bank was established October 1, 1881. Mr. Albright bought Dr. Shilder's interest January 1, 1882. He then became President. R. V. Shirey, Cashier of this bank, is a native of Clearfield County, Pa. Was raised in Illinois. Received a course of studies at the Mount Morris Seminary. In the fall of 1876 came to Chicago, and was employed with a wholesale chemical house two years. In 1879 came to York, and entered the banking house of Sayre & Atkins, where he remained for two years. In the fall of 1881 came to Red Cloud, and has since been connected with this bank. A. T. AYERS, farmer, Section 32, Town 2, Range 12, post office, Riverton, was born October 1, 1830, in Madison County, Ohio. When a year old his parents moved to Tazewell County, Ill. There he assisted on their farm. In 1850 came to Cedar County, Iowa. There married Miss Lucinda Snow, of Indiana. They have one son. In 1867 they removed to Linn County, and followed farming. In November, 1870, they came to Nebraska city. Settled in Webster County February, 1871. Took a homestead of 160 acres, where they now reside. He has since followed farming, and is largely engaged in live stock. Mr. A. has been County Commissioner one term, and has held most of the local offices in his precinct. He enlisted in 1862 in Co. G, Thirty-first Iowa Infantry. Was mustered out as First Sergeant at the close of the war. GEORGE W. BALL, of the firm of Ball, Cover & Co., farming implements, sewing machines, wagons, etc., was born in Fulton County, Ind., and there raised. He enlisted in August, 1862, in Co. D, Eighty-seventh Indiana Infantry. Was discharged on account of physical disability January, 1863. Re-enlisted November 18, 1863, in Co. G, One Hundred and Twenty-eighth Indiana Infantry. Was mustered out in May, 1868. Was Second Lieutenant. He participated in thirteen battles, among which were the battles of Nashville, Franklin, Atlanta, and others. Was engaged on patrol duty the last year in the service. Returned to Indiana, and was engaged in merchandising about two years, and in farming November, 1870, came to Webster County. Took a claim of 160 acres four and one half miles east of Red Cloud. Engaged in farming about eight years. This farm he still owns. July, 1878, the firm of Miller & Ball was established. This continued till January 1882, when the firm changed to Ball, Cover & Co. J. P. BAYHA, County Clerk, war born in Wheeling, W. Va., and there raised. Enlisted in 1862 in Battery D, First West Virginia Light Artillery. Served to the end of the war. In 1865 came to Dakota City, Neb., and engaged in merchandising. In the spring of 1878 came to Red Cloud. Was employed as bookkeeper for Samuel Garbon. Held this position till January 1, 1882, when he assumed charge of this office, having been elected County Clerk in the fall of 1881. CHARLES BUSCHOW, County Treasurer, was born in Prussia. There learned the trade of shoemaking. Worked at it three years. In 1867, came to Woodford County, Ill. Followed this trade one winter, then engaged in farming. In the spring of 1873 came to Webster County, Neb. Took a homestead claim of 160 acres, which he still owns. Mr. Buschow has been Assessor of Potsdam Precinct since it organization, and School Treasurer. Was United States Census Enumerator for 1880. In the fall of 1881 he was elected County Treasurer. O. C. CASE, firm of Case & McNeny, attorneys at law, is a native of Rochester, N. Y.; was there raised and received his early education. In 1874 came to Iowa City, Iowa, entered the Law Department of the State University; graduated in 1876. He then practiced law in Iowa till 1879, when he came to Red Cloud, where he has since been actively engaged in the practice of his profession. James McNeny, of the above firm, was born January 28, 1854, at Port Henry, N. Y. He entered the Port Jarvis Academy, where he received a preparatory course of studies. He also attended the University of Ottawa, Canada, three and a half years. August, 1876, he entered the Elizabethtown College, there remained till April, 1878, when he came to Red Cloud, Neb. Studied law with H. S. Kaley, subsequently with O. C. Case. Was admitted to the bar November, 1880. The following October he became a member of the law firm of Case & McNeny, which has since continued. A. COOK, boots and shoes. Was born July 11, 1827, in Prussia, there learned this trade. In the fall of 1846 came to St. Louis, Mo. There worked at his trade. In 1858 he removed to Louisa County, Iowa. Carried on this business in Wapella till December, 1879, when he came to Red Cloud, and opened this store. Married in 1859 to Christina Beck, of Germany. She died in 1864, aged 30 years. Have one son. Second marriage to Charlotte Raco, in the spring of 1871. She is also a native of Germany. They have two daughters. JOSEPH. GARBER, meat market. Was born July 4, 1840, in Logan County, Ohio. In 1851 came to Clayton County, Iowa, and engaged in teaching school. He enlisted in 1862 in Co. D, Twenty-seventh Iowa Infantry. Served to the end of the war. Returned to Clayton County, and continued teaching. June, 1870, he came to Webster County. In 1872 removed to Nuckolls County. Held the office of County Clerk two terms. In 1875, he was elected a member of the Constitutional Convention. Returned to Red Cloud in 1877. Has since been engaged in farming. During 1871 he held the office of County Commissioner. Mrs. Garber was the first resident white woman in Webster County. They have four children, three daughters and one son. SAMUEL GARBER, retired, was born December 11, 1821, in Rockingham County, Virginia. At the age of 11 years he came with his parents to Logan County, Ohio. There assisted on their farm. In 1851 came to Clinton County, Iowa, followed farming. October, 1871, he came to Red Cloud. He, with his brother Silas, opened a general store, which was the first general store in Red Cloud. Mr. Richardson was also a member of this firm one year. His brother Silas retired from the firm in 1876, he being elected Governor. Mr. Garber continued this business until January, 1882, when he sold out his stock to A. Kaley. He, with his brother, owns the northern part of the town site. He also owns 400 acres joining the town on the north, and 320 acres in Nuckolls and Webster Counties. Also 307 acres in Kansas. He with his son-in-law are carrying on a general store in Salem, Kansas under the firm name of S. Garber & Co., carrying stock of about $10,000. HON. SILAS GARBER, retired, is a native of Logan County, Ohio. Was born September 21, 1833. There received a preparatory course of studies. At the age of seventeen he came to Clayton County, Iowa, and engaged in farming. At the breaking out of the war he enlisted in the Third Missouri, known as the Lyon Regiment, and served for about one year. He then returned to Clayton County, Iowa. Again entered the service as First Lieutenant, Co. D, twenty-seventh Iowa Infantry. This company he raised. He served in this capacity for about three months, when he was promoted to Captain of this company. He held this position to the end of the war. He participated in all the battles of the Red River campaign, and Pleasant Hill, La., battles of Old Oaks, Miss., Nashville, Tenn., and others, under the command of Gen. A. J. Smith. He then returned to Clayton County. Soon after went to California,where he remained for four years. In May, 1870, he came to Nebraska, and located in Webster County. He is now the oldest resident of Red Cloud. At this time there were but two settlers in the county. He engaged in farming and general merchandising. He owns this town site, also eighty acres of land with his residence, which is one of the finest in the county. He also owns a tract of land of 101½ acres north of town. He was the first Probate Judge in this county. He also represented Webster, Nuckolls, and Jefferson Counties in the Legislature. After serving one year as Register of the United States Land Office, at Lincoln, he was elected Governor, which office he held two terms, from 1874 to 1878. He is now engaged in raising live stock. GILHAM & TULLEYS, attorneys at law. J. A. Tulleys was born in Ross County, Ohio, and was there raised. At the breaking out of the war he enlisted in Co. H, Twenty seventh Ohio Infantry. Served three years. Returned to Ohio. Soon after came to Memphis. Was clerk in the Freedman's Depot about six months, then came to Illinois. Soon after returned to Ohio, and engaged in school teaching. In 1871 came to Iowa. May, 1872, came to Red Cloud. There was but four buildings here at that time. He engaged in teaching during the summer, and was subsequently employed as clerk in Mr. Garber's store. In the spring of 1873 he was appointed Deputy County Clerk. Held this office till January 1, 1882. During this time he pursued the study of law. Was admitted to practice March, 1882. W. E. JACKSON, retired, is a native of Fairfield County, Ohio; there he was raised. Enlisted in 1846 in the Mexican war, Co. H, Third Ohio Infantry. Served one year. In 1851 he came to Alamakee County, Iowa. There engaged in farming. In 1864 he enlisted in Co. B, Twenty-seventh Iowa Infantry. Served to the end of the war. Returned to Iowa, and continued farming. July, 1870, he came to Webster County; the following month came to Red Cloud. Took a homestead claim of 160 acres, which has since been mostly sold for railroad purposes. he also owns 160 acres one-half mile east of town. He was the first Postmaster of Red Cloud; held the office two years. Was also the first County Superintendent. Married January 7, 1851, to Julia Miner of Perry County, Ohio. They have three children--one son and two daughters. Mrs. Jackson was the first white woman who resided in Red Cloud. They built a stockade, where they lived during the winter, accompanied by James Calvert and Finis E. Penny.
C. W. KALEY, attorney at law, was born in Mifflin County, Pa. At the age of seven came with his parents to Wyandot County, Ohio. Attended school and assisted on their farm. In 1874, came to Red Cloud, and studied law with his brother, now deceased. He was admitted to the bar in 1876. He was elected a member of the Legislature in the fall of 1881, to fill a vacancy caused by the death of his brother, H. S. Kaley. He was appointed by the Governor a member of the State Normal School Board. This position he still holds. In the fall of 1879 he was elected County Judge. His brother was the recipient of many important offices, and was appointed by the President Consul to Chemnetz, Germany, and was also a delegate to the Cincinnati Convention at the time of the nomination of President Hayes. He died August 26, 1881. W. H. LUDLOW, brick manufacturer, was born in Hoboken, N. J., January 1, 1814. At the age of four years he came with his parents to Cincinnati, Ohio. There he was apprenticed to the tanner's trade. He lived there and in Butler County in all about twenty-five years. In 1850 he came to Clinton County, Ind., and engaged in farming. In 1854 removed to Benton County, Iowa, and also followed farming. In 1873 came to Red Cloud, where he has since resided. He owns eighty acres of land. The past year he has been engaged in the manufacture of brick. He was married in 1852 to Miss P. C. Bailey, of Indiana; have five children--four sons and one daughter. He has three sons by a former marriage. His son, Grant S. Ludlow, is now employed in the office of the Red Cloud Chief. DAVID LUTZ, farmer, was born May 31, 1831, in Union County, Pa. At the age of five years came with his parents to Madison County, Ohio. Assisted on their farm. In January, 1854, came to Benton County, Iowa. There married Miss Rebecca, daughter of Rev. John Summers, then of Benton County. Have four children, one son and three daughters. His son, at the age of seven years, declaimed the Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1875, at Red Cloud. November 13, 18976, with unshod feet, standing on the veritable table, he also declaimed the Declaration of Independence at Philadelphia. Mr. Lutz followed the mason trade in Iowa till the breaking out of the war. He then enlisted in Co. I, Second Iowa Cavalry. Served one year. Lost his right arm, July, 1862, during a cavalry charge near Booneville, Miss. He then returned to Iowa. Was engaged in teaching nine years. In 1871 came to Red Cloud, and engaged in the drug business a short time. Since then has been engaged in farming. M. B. McNITT, Postmaster, was born in Sandusky County, Ohio, and there raised. Enlisted in the fall of 1862 in Co. G, Nineteenth Michigan Infantry, and served to the end of the war. Returned to Ohio, and engaged in farming. He came to Red Cloud September 8, 1872, put up a house, and opened a hardware store. Continued this business about eighteen months. He was appointed Postmaster January 1, 1874, which office he still holds. A. S. MARSH, general merchandise. Was born in Oneida County, N. Y. Since a boy he has always been engaged in merchandising. In 1864 came to Chicago. In 1868 came to Beatrice, Neb. May, 1880, came to Red Cloud, and established this business worth about $40,000 a year. MRS. SARAH MICK was born January 7, 1806, in Servier County, E. Tenn. When a child she came with her parents to Montgomery County, Ohio, where she lived until she was married to Lewis Kiser, January 16, 1823. Then lived within six miles of Dayton till 1830, when she came to Tippecanoe County, Ind., where she lived until 1847. A daughter on the verge of womanhood died in September, 1846. Her husband, Lewis Kiser, died in July, 1847, with erysipelas. Eight days later, a son, twenty-two years old, died with congestive fever. They both became Christians the year before they were married. He was one of the pillars and supporters of the Christian Church at West Point, Ind., and was Elder when he died. They had lived there near thirty years very happily. Her mother being dead, her father had made his home with her for twenty years. He was a preacher in the Christian Church. His names was James Kinkeman. He was born in Maryland, and died at her home February 12, 1853. The next year after her husband died, her oldest son, James Kiser, and oldest daughter were both married. She was left with her two youngest children and her father, and he was getting old and feeble. In about three years she married Charles Mick, and they lived together over ten years, when she was again left a widow. She remained in Indianan, living with her son, James Kiser, until the war broke out. He volunteered, and raised a company, and he was made Captain. This company was called the Fortieth Regiment Indiana Volunteers. He, however, did not engage in a battle, as he took sick, and was sick a long time. He was told to go North or he never would regain his health. Accordingly he went home and stayed at home three weeks. But on account of frequent request to return to the army, he returned too soon, and as soon as he went on duty he was taken sick and died in a few days at Corinth, Miss. His wife and mother had him taken home to bury. He was a good Christian man. He used to get "the boys" together and have prayer meetings in the tents. He died in May, 1862. In 1864 she went to Iowa, having three children married and living there. James had two little daughters--Maggie and Arminta Kiser. In about six years their mother died, leaving word on her deathbed for their grandma to come and get the children. She went from Iowa to Indiana and got the children and had them two years in Iowa. Her youngest daughter was married in Iowa to W. T. McBride, and lived there three or four years after they were married. Mrs. Mick, her son, Luther Mick, and her daughter and husband, McBride, concluded they would come to Nebraska. In 1870 they came to Nebraska with the two little Kiser girls. The McBrides had two small children, the first ever brought to Webster County. There names were Lena and Carrie McBride. Luther Mick was married at Red Cloud, Neb., and now lives at Salem, Jewel County, Kas, keeping store with Garber & Co. He is a good, honest business man. The two Kiser girls are both married. Maggie is Mrs. Dr. Robinson, of Guide Rock, Neb. Arminta is Mrs. Curtis Evans of Red Cloud, Neb. Mrs. Mick has lived alone a great deal in the last two years. He granddaughter, Carrie McBride, is now living with her and going to school. She took a homestead at Guide Rock and lived there six and a half years, and then sold her homestead and came to Red Cloud, the county seat of Webster county, and built a house, and has money left to live on. She obeyed the Gospel in early life, and always tried to live up to her professions. She is seventy-six years old, but is still very active. J. L. MILLER, dealer in harness and saddles, was born in Fulton County, Ind. Enlisted in 1863 in Co. H, Twentieth Indiana Infantry. Served to the end of the war. Returned to Indiana. In 1867 came to Nebraska, and followed contracting and building in Otoe and Johnson Counties. April, 1874, came to Red Cloud, and put up a few buildings. Afterward employed by Garber & Co. as clerk about eighteen months. He then bought out W. T. McBride, harness, etc. Has since been engaged in this business. LEVI MOORE, farmer and real estate, was born in Pocahontas County, Va., and there lived till the age of twenty-two, when he came to McHenry County, Ill., and engaged in farming. In 1851 came to Winneshiek County, Iowa, and also followed farming. June, 1873, came to Red Cloud. Has since been engaged in the loan and real estate business, also farming. He owns a farm of 660 acres and one of 160 acres, also his residence in town with ten acres, the Commercial Hotel and livery barn, with twelve lots, the store building now occupied by A. S. Marsh, and other property. Dr. J. M. MOSENA, physician and surgeon, was born in Monroe County, Ohio, and there raised. Attended the Little Miami Seminary two years. In 1855 came to Burlington, Iowa. Attended the Baptist Collegiate Institute two years. He then took up the study of medicine under the instructions of Dr. Ransom and later with Dr. A. P. McCollough. Then entered the College of Physicians and Surgeons at Keokuk, Iowa. Graduated in 1878. The following year he came to Red Cloud, where he has since resided. The Doctor has been in active practice since 1871. Dr. L. D. Denney, firm of Mosena & Denney, is a native of Brown County, Ohio. Received his medical education with Prof. North, of Keokuk, Iowa. Graduated at the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Keokuk, Iowa. In the spring of 1882 he came to Red Cloud, and became a member of the above firm. E. M. PERKINS, of the firm of Besley & Perkins, hardware, tinware, stoves, etc., is a native of Bureau County, Ill. At the age of 20 years he entered the employ of Hibbard, Spencer & Co. Continued with this firm about eight years. Most of the time as traveling salesman. In 1880 came to Red Cloud. Has since been a member of the above firm. A. C. POPE, farming implements, was born in Erie County, Pa.; raised in Wisconsin. He entered the State University, at Madison, and graduated in 1870. He then engaged in school teaching, which he continued till 1874, when he came to Webster County, located in Oak Creek Precinct, and engaged in farming. In 1876 he was elected County Superintendent. Held this office one term. In 1878 came to Red Cloud, and has since been engaged in his present business. He formerly was a resident of Blue Earth County, Minn. There held the office of Deputy Clerk of the Court. Also engaged in school teaching. C. H. POTTER, real estate, was born in Canada. At the age of sixteen he came to Winneshiek County, Iowa, and engaged in farming. In the fall of 1871 he came to Red Cloud, Neb., and took a homestead of 160 acres, three miles west of Red Cloud. He also owns about a section of other land in Webster County; also four business houses, two residences, and other property in Red Cloud. All of this property he has acquired since coming to Webster county. In 1873 he opened a drug store. This business he continued until May 22, 1880, when he sold out to Henry Cook, who has since carried on the business. C. E. PUTNAM, groceries, flour and feed, is a native of Broome County, N. Y. He enlisted in 1864 in the Fifth New York Cavalry, and served during the war. In 1877 he came to Peoria, Ill., and there engaged in merchandising and farming. In the fall of 1878 he came to Red Cloud. May, 1879, he established this business. W. N. RICHARDSON, live stock dealer, was born in Dunkirk, N. Y.; raised in Illinois. He enlisted in 1861 in Co. D, Seventieth Illinois Infantry, and served his enlistment of three months. Returned to Illinois, and engaged in the live stock business. In the spring of 1871 he came to Lincoln. In June, of this year he came to Red Cloud, and in company with Gov. Garber engaged in merchandising, this being the first general store opened in Red Cloud. Continued this business two years. He then engaged in live stock and real estate, which he has since continued. He owns two well improved farms, also property in Red Cloud. AUGUSTUS ROATS, farmer, was born in Baden, Germany. At the age of eleven he came with his parents to Cape Vincent, N. Y., worked in a shingle mill, farmed, and carried on the cooper business. He enlisted in 1862 in the Tenth Heavy Artillery, and served to the end of the war. Returned to Cape Vincent, and carried on coopering and farming. In 1867 came to Juno County, Wis., and followed farming. July 19, 1870, he came to Webster County, where he has since resided. His family are among the earliest settlers of the county. Mrs. Roats has not been absent one night from this farm since they located here. Mr. R. was married in 1866 to Sarah Blanchard, of Wolf River, Canada. They have five children--two sons and three daughters. W. H. SAYRE, of the firm of Potter & Sayre, Red Cloud Mills, is a native of Yates County, N. Y. After finishing a preparatory course of studies, he entered Starkey Seminary, where he remained three years, in 1878 he came to Red Cloud, and became a member of the firm January 14, 1882. |