officers may be ascribed the popularity and eminent status of the institution.

     F. A. POWELL, Land, Loan and Insurance Agency.--Among the popular land agencies in Hebron, is that of Mr. F. Powell, established in 1881. He has on his books, for sale or exchange, all classes of city and suburban realty and parties wishing to dispose of their property, should not fail to list it with Mr. Powell, if they wish it sold in a reliable manner. He is also notary public and conveyancer. Money to any desired amount is loaned on real estate or personal property, and the equitable terms offered have drawn to the office a desirable patronage. In insurance, he represents several reliable, standard concerns, the assets of which aggregate many millions. Mr. Powell is a native of Ohio and was raised in Illinois. He has lived in Hebron fifteen years. He is a man of influence and worth and has rendered valuable services to Hebron.

     MANFORD SAVAGE, Attorney.--At the Hebron bar we find names ranking in standing and talent with the best in the land. Manford Savage is a native of Illinois, and studied his profession in Champaign, graduating from University of Illinois in 1878, admitted to bar by Supreme Court of Illinois November, 1880. He has been practicing here eight years, and is local attorney for the R. I. and B. & M. railroads. He affiliates with the K. P.'s. With the extended experience and abilities he possesses, Mr. Savage is a safe lawyer, and the many cases placed in his hands have received the best care and attention.

     C. L. RICHARDS, Attorney at Law.--The above gentleman is one of the active and clearheaded men who have come to the Nebraska bar. He is a native of Illinois and graduated in 1884 from the Union College of Law, Chicago, when he was admitted, since which time he has practised here. He is a Mason. Mr. Richards has acquired a good practice. He is a hard worker, a practical thinker, and is conscientious in the furtherance of the interests placed in his charge.

     F. M. GALLANT, Real Estate, Loan and Abstract Office, Room No.1, Gallant Block.--The real estate interests of this section of the State and the incessant activity in the market, have enlisted the services of many of our responsible business men, among whom we notice F. M. Gallant, established two years. He is a recognized authority on lands and city and country realty and those relying on his judgment and advice will secure remunerative investments with large future increase of value. Investment securities, farms, wild land and city property for sale on easy terms. Abstracts of titles. Farm loans. Headquarters for homeseekers. The oldest real estate office in Thayer County. Bargains in choice farm and city property on easy terms, real estate to exchange for merchandise, investments made and property looked after for non-residents. Call on me or write me for particulars. Your business will receive prompt attention. Notary public. Farm loans a specialty. Insurance. Chattel loans. Also lands in western Nebraska, Kansas and Colorado. Mr. Gallant is one of Hebron's pioneer settlers, having lived in the county eighteen years. He was formerly county superintendent for two terms.

     GEORGE H. McKEE--Was born thirty-five years ago at Carthage, Illinois. His parents are natives of blue grass Kentucky. They emigrated to Illinois in 1854, and in 1857 they settled in Clinton County, Mo., where they still reside. Mr. McKee spent his boyhood on a farm, where he received a thorough training in all that pertains to farm life. After finishing the course of study in the public schools of Cameron, Mo., he attended Grand River College, at Edinburg Mo., from which he graduated in 1880. He then entered the law department of the State University of Kansas. He returned to Missouri and continued the study of law, and in 1885 he was admitted to the bar at Plattsburg, Mo. Soon after he was admitted to the practice he came West and located at Belvidere, Thayer County, and commenced the practice of his profession, and at once began to work his way to the front. In the fall of 1891 he was nominated by the Democratic party of his county for the office of county judge and was elected by a good majority. He is the first Democrat who ever held the office of county judge in Thayer County. The County Herald writes as follows of Mr. McKee's Decoration Day speech: "And Geo. H. McKee followed with a grand oration in which, enthusiasm, patriotism and reverence were beautifully and effectively mingled and combined. His speech was pronounced the finest ever heard, by almost every person in attendance."

     THAYER COUNTY BANK.--In reviewing the commercial resources of any city, a position of first prominence is to be accorded its banks. The Thayer County Bank is the oldest in the county, having been incorporated in 1883, and re-organized in 1885. Capital $50,000; surplus, $15,500. The general appointment of the premises embrace the modern adjuncts of safety and convenience. N. A. Heath, president, is a native of Vermont, and came here from Wyoming, where for sixteen years he was engaged in railroading with the U. P. railroad. He is a Vermont Mason (Bethlehem Commandery, No. 18. Hebron, Neb.) F. M. Wetherald, vice-president, is a native of Richmond, Ind. W. D. Galbraith. cashier, was raised in Illinois, and has been engaged in banking nine years. He, like the president, is a Mason, and member of the same lodge. W. P. Gordon, assistant cashier, is a native of Lebanon, Ind., and is a Blue Lodge Mason. The officers are prominent and highly respected in commercial circles, where their names are

synonymous with integrity and executive ability.

     STEWART BROS., Druggists.--A well-known mercantile establishment in the city of Hebron is that of Stewart Bros., founded four years. The well appointed premises are 27xl00 feet, and two assistants are employed. The large and varied stock consists of drugs and chemicals, medicines, reputable proprietary articles, soaps, sponges, brushes, etc. This pharmacy is one of the handsomest in the State and is completely equipped with every improved appliance and facility needed in the prompt and accurate compounding of physicians' prescriptions and family receipts. Stewart Brothers are natives of Illinois, and are Masons.

     GRIFFIN, Artistic Photographer.--Mr. Griffin, who has been here twelve years, is an artist of recognized ability, and has won a reputation for the superior merit of his work. He is ably helped by his wife and two assistants. Mr. Griffin is a native of Pennsylvania and holds a large patronage.

     E. H. HEADLEY, County Surveyor.--In writing accounts of the leading men of Thayer County, we must notice E. H. Headley, county surveyor: with F. A. Powell, real estate, K. P. Block. Mr. Headley is a native of Indiana and has lived fourteen years in our county. He was formerly one year county surveyor previous to serving in this capacity at the present time. He is a Mason and A. O. U. W. Mr. Headley is a gentleman who is very worthy of his success in life and of the confidence which is reposed in him by all.

     W. H. FRAME, Grocery.--A leading representative establishment of Hebron, is that of W. H. Frame, established five years. The premises are 26 x 90 feet, and four assistants are required in the prosecution of the first-class business done in staple and fancy groceries, glassware, queensware, fruits, vegetables and produce; which are of very superior quality, and may be bought at prices entirely consistent with fair dealing. Mr. Frame is a native of Missouri, and is a Mason. He is thoroughly skilled in the details of his business, and during his establishment has won a position in the front rank.

      H. H. SMITH, Books and Stationery, Wall Paper, Paints, Artists' Material and Novelties; Daily News and Periodicals.--H. H. Smith, who commenced business August 15, 1891, occupies a room 20x45 feet, and employs five hands. He is a native of Ohio and came here from Newton, Kas. He is identified with the I. O. O. F.'s and A. O. U. W.'s With energetic and capable management he has erected an eminently prosperous and representative enterprise.

     JOHN M. FITCHPATRICK, Postmaster.--Among the useful men of Thayer County is Jno. M. Fitchpatrick. He is a native of Indiana, and was formerly postmaster. during Arthur's administration, He has lived here since March, 1875, and in the State since March, 1868. He is a member of the G. A. R., and served during the war in the 8th Iowa Cavalry, serving through the nine months' seige of Andersonville. Mr. Fitchpatrick is prominently identified with the Masonic fraternity, and as postmaster has proven himself the choice of the people and the choice of the government.

     BYRON F. YOUNG, Bonded Abstractor, Proprietor of Thayer County Abstract Office. --The above gentleman has been established six years in this office, which was started in 1878 by J. A. Bowdle. Mr. Young is well known to possess eminent business and executive ability, and is considered an oracle on land titles in Nebraska. In all dealings in real estate the first and most important consideration is to obtain a perfectly clear and unimpeachable title. Mr. Young possesses one of the most practical sets of Thayer County abstracts possible. He is a native of Ohio and came here from Wisconsin. He has lived in this county since 1869 and is an A. O. U. W. and G. A. R., and served in the 20th Wisconsin Infantry. Mr. Young is qualified to lead in his particular business.

     CONOWAY LEEDOM. Clerk and Ex-Officio Recorder.--The popular clerk and ex-officio recorder of Thayer County, Conoway Leedom, is a native of Ohio and is serving his first term in the above capacity. Mr. Leedom has lived here since 1876 and is known as one of the most enterprising newspaper men in the West. He is owner of the Hebron Register, established in 1881. He is a prominet (sic) K. P., being Chancellor Commander of Blue Valley Lodge, No. 52, also is an I. O. O. F. Mr. Leedom is a genial and courteous gentleman and one who is eminently worthy of his success.

      R. J. TOWN, Sheriff.--The sheriff of Thayer County, Mr. R. J. Town, is a native of Illinois and is serving his second term. He has lived in Thayer County sixteen years and formerly was engaged in farming. He affiliates with the M. W. A. Since he has been sheriff. Mr. Town has shown himself to be cut out for the office, while he is quick, active and fearless, he has at the same time an affable and pleasant manner and is ever prompt with the manifold arduous duties devolving upon him.

     ASHBROOK & SON, Land, Loan and Insurance.--The wonderful growth of Hebron and this beautiful section of the State has few counterparts. Sound investments made here have paid the best of any, and those contemplating buying property, we refer to the reliable firm of Ashbrook & Son, established two years. They have developed a trade of great magnitude, dealing in desirably situated city, farm, business and residential property, vacant lots, cheap suburban lands, and those acting upon their accurate knowledge can rely on securing bargains. They also do a nice loan and insurance business and represent the Home Fire of Omaha; the German of Freeport, Ill.; the Oakland Home of California; Bankers' Life of Des Moines, Ia. O. A. Ashbrook is a native of Ohio, and is a Mason and G. A. R., having served in the 126th Ohio Infantry. B. D. Ashbrook, born in Ohio, is a K. P. They have carried through to a successful issue many important transactions, and are among the most enterprising brokers in town.

PLATTSMOUTH.

     Plattsmouth, the county seat of Cass County and principal city, is situated in the northeastern part of the county, on the west bank of the Missouri, near the mouth of the Platte, as its name indicates, twenty-one miles south of Omaha and thirty north of Nebraska City. It has a population of 10,000, and is the gateway to the great South Platte country. The population in 1880 was 4,180. It is on the mainline of the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy, the Missouri Pacific, and the Kansas City, St. Joe & Council Bluffs Railroads. It is only thirty minutes by rail from Omaha, the metropolis of the State, and two hours from Lincoln, the capital. Fourteen passenger trains leave Plattsmouth daily over the different roads. One of the finest railroad bridges in the country spans the river at Plattsmouth, and another will be completed by the time this sketch goes into print. The Chicago, Burlington & Quincy shops and round houses are located at Plattsmouth, employing hundreds of men, the monthly payroll amounting from $35,000 to $45,000.
      Among the manufacturing interests of the city are the brick and terra cotta works, with a capital of $30,000. and a capacity of 10,000 brick per day. The Plattsmouth canning factory, capital $30,000, capacity 1,500,600 cans yearly, employing 125 hands. Four cigar factories, employing four to fifteen hands each. A buggy and wagon factory, steam laundry, an electric lamp factory, and other establishments of an industrial nature.
     The city has recently completed an extensive system of sewerage at a cost of $40,000. It has a fine system of water works costing $125,000. Street grades are established, and Main Street is paved with Sioux Falls granite at a cost of some fifty thousand dollars. The streets are lighted by both gas and electricity. The electric light company has a capital of $30,000. Two and one-half miles of electric motor street railway is laid, and was operated for a time, but at present is lying idle owing to litigation, with a fair prospect of speedy adjustment. Plattsmouth has a fine four-story high school building and four ward schools, employing twenty-eight teachers.
     The city has ten church edifices costing from $1,000 to $15,000 each.
     The city has a Republican, a Democratic and an Independent daily newspaper; two of them issue weeklies. The three banks have each $50,000 capital. There are several good hotels
     The county officers took possession of the new court house on May 7, of this year. It is the best county building, for the amount expended, anywhere in the State. The cost was $79,000 for the building alone. It is three stories in height, the foundation and walls being of brick and stone, and the inside finish of oak and ash, with ample vault room for each county department.
     Cass County lies in the southeastern part of the State, bounded on the North by the Platte River and Saunder County, south by Otoe and west by Lancaster County. The average elevation is 1,000 feet above sea level. The surface of the county consists of bottom, table and undulating prairie land, the latter comprising about three-quarters of the whole. The bluffs of the Missouri are high but narrow, and the uplands back of them are intersected with broad valleys, traversed by streams with gravelly beds and fringed with timber. The soil is deep. of inexhaustable fertility and produces enormous yields of grains and fruits of all varieties common to temperate climates.
     The subsoil is a porous clay, sponge-like and capable of retaining moisture in reserve, Cass County has plenty of timber along the banks of the streams. An abundance of blue, gray and white limestone and valuable beds of fire clay exist in inexhaustable quantities. There has never been a lack of rainfall in the county, and this fact, in addition to the numerous creeks and rivers, makes it one of the best counties in the State. The Missouri as above stated. forms the eastern boundary, the Platte extends across the northern line, with the exception of a small corner, and the Weeping Water, the principal interior stream, rises a little west of the center of the county and flows in a southeasterly direction for a distance of thirty-five miles, emptying into the Missouri. Pawnee, Cedar, Turkey, Four-Mile Creek, and other smaller streams, varying in length from four to twelve miles, head in the central portion and flow north into the Platte. Salt Creek cuts across the northwest corner of the county, receiving the waters of a num-

her of tributaries which water the northwestern portion of the county. Branches of the Little Nemaha water the section south of this and numerous creeks of minor importancce (sic) empty into the Missouri on the east. The Weeping Water affords excellent water power which has been utilized by the erection of mills on its banks at various points. All varieties of both wild and tame grasses thrive and grow luxuriently, which fact, taken in connection with the ample water privileges, groves of timber and fertile soil, makes Cass County a paradise for stock and grain raisers. The hand of man has added to, and utilized the natural advantages, until now almost the entire area embraced in the county is a succession of highly cultivated fields, rich pastures, luxurient meadows, prosperous cities and villages, orchards, groves, and elegant rural homes. The area in square miles is 550, or 352,000 acre,s (sic) practically all under cultivation.

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS FIRMS AND MEN OF PLATTSMOUTH.

     CITIZENS' BANK.--This bank is classed among the leading financial concerns of the State. It was organized eight years ago. The capital is $50,000, From its establishment it has received a large and liberal patronage from the best city and suburban custom. W. H. Cushing, president, is a native of Wisconsin and has banked here twelve years, formerly with the First National. J. W. Johnson, vice president, has lived here forty years. He served during the war in Co. A, 1st Nebraska Cavalry, and is a member of the G. A. R. The directors are gentlemen of financial integrity, who, by their well-directed management, have reared an enterprise which is well worthy of the prominence it has attained.

     S. P. VANATTA & SON, Attorneys.--This firm is one of the most influential at the bar of this county. A successful practice of thirty years warrants them in assuring their patrons that all business entrusted to them shall be well and promptly attended to. S. P. Vanatta is a native of Pennsylvania and came here from Iowa. He was admitted to the bar in 1852, and is a member of the G. A. R., having served as captain in Co. D, 28th Iowa Infantry. E. G. Vanatta is a native of Iowa. This firm commands the confidence of the people, and with their combined experience and knowledge they have proven a decided acquisition to Plattsmouth.

     FIRST NATIONAL BANK.--The prosperity of banking concerns in any city is indicative of an era of commercial progress. The First National Bank of Plattsmouth, Neb., was organized as a National bank, December 12, 1871; being successors to Tootle, Hanna & Co., established in 1866. The capital is $50,000; surplus, $11,000. John Fitzgerald, president, is a native of Ireland. F. E. White, vice president, is a native of England, and has lived here over thirty years. S. Waugh, cashier, born in Virginia, is a banker of fifteen years' experience, and has shown splendid tact and energy as cashier.

     BYRON CLARK, Lawyer.--This gentleman, who forms the immediate subject of our present sketch, is one of the most conscientious and talented lawyers whose names grace the bar of our city. Byron Clark is a native of Illinois, and studied law with George H. Smith, of this city, having been admitted to the bar in 1880. Mr. Clark has lived twenty-two years in our county. Reference: First National Bank, Plattsmouth; Commercial Bank-Weeping Water. Was city actorney (sic) four, years here, and was attorney for the Burlington & Missouri River Railway here for five years, and is at the present time. He is considered a very safe lawyer, and the many cases placed in his hands have received the best care and attention.

     HON. R. B. WINDHAM, Attorney at Law--Is a native of Missouri and is the oldest attorney practicing here, having been admitted eighteen years ago. He graduated from the law department of the University of Michigan in the spring of 1873. He is a Mason and is the possessor of a very flue law library. He was a member of the fifteenth, sixteenth, and seventeenth sessions of the Nebraska State legislature; was chairman of the judiciary committee and speaker, pro tem, of the sixteenth; has been a member of Republican State Central Committee; is president of the Plattsmouth board of trade; served during the last year of the war in the South.

     GERING & CO, Druggists.--Prominent among the leading establishments of Plattsmouth, is that of Gering & Co., founded nearly five years. The commodious premises occupied are 22x90 feet in which the stock is well displayed. It embraces drugs and chemicals, medicines, fancy and toilet articles, wallpaper, brushes, soaps, perfumes, etc. Mr. Gering is a native of Germany and is an I. O. O. F. and A. O. U. W.; his son, born in Iowa, is an A. O. U. W., M. W. A.. Royal Arcanum and "Chosen Friend." The latter is secretary of one of the livliest (sic) corporation Plattsmouth possesses, the Livingston Loan & Building Association. Gering & Co. are men of fine business ability and justly enjoy the confidence of the entire community.

     P. J. HANSEN, Groceries; Fire Insurance and Steamship Agency.--August 16, 1840, in the province of Schleswig, Germany, was born the subject of this sketch. He came to this country about the first of October, 1876, and established the present business February 6, 1889, at number 114 North Sixth Street. The store room is 24x70 feet in size and is well-stocked with a clean, nice lot of groceries, provisions, glassware and queensware. The average value of the stock carried is about $3,000, and the annual sales are not far from $15,000. In addition he also does quite a fire insurance business, and is agent for a steamship line. Mr. Hansen finds time for social enjoyments, and is a member of the following secret orders: K. P., M. W. A., Royal Arcanum and A. O. U. W. He is an industrious, enterprising and successful business man and a popular citizen.

     F. G. FRICKE & CO, General Drug Store, Union Block, --This is one of the largest drug stores in the county and has a most interesting history. The business was begun in territorial times by Dr. W. A. Danelan. In 1881 Joseph M. Roberts became proprietor and he, in his turn, sold out to the present firm of F. G. Fricke & Co. in 1884. The business was formerly located on lower Main Street but was moved to the present location in Union Block in 1882, and no place in the city is better known. A room 22x80 feet in size is literally packed with a fine stock of all kinds of drugs, medicines, toilet and fancy articles, the stock invoices about $10,000 and the annual sales are nearly $20,000. Mr. Fricke is a native of Germany and has been in this country since 1866. He is an experienced and reliable gentleman of strict honor and integrity.

     A. BACH, Grocer.--Mr. Bach has been in business in Plattsmouth since 1881, when he started a grocery store on South Maine (sic) Street, and afterwards removed to his present location. No. 215 Maine Street, where he carries a stock of groceries valued at $2,000, and makes sales amounting to $25,000 annually. His store is 24 x 100 feet, conveniently arranged for the business, and always filled with a carefully selected stock of goods. Mr. Bach also runs a branch store in South Park, which is 28x46 feet in size. and is stocked with $1,500 worth of choice goods.

     O. H. SNYDER, Druggist.--A representative house of this city is that of O. H. Snyder, established three years. The premises occupied are ample, being 22 1/2 x 70 feet. The drug store and prescription department are equipped with every facility and improved appliance of use in carrying on the business, while the stock embraces a varied and complete assortment. Mr. Snyder also does an extensive jewelry business. He came here from Iowa. He is a prominent figure in local trade circles, where he is esteemed as a deservedly successful merchant.

     JOSEPH FETZER, Boots and Shoes.--This gentleman started in business in 1882 and now occupies the premises 309 Main Street, between Third and Fourth, where he carries a well-selected stock of $4,500, and does a business of some $10,000 per annum, having two branch stores. He is now thirty-seven years of age, and has been settled in Plattsmouth since 1874. He is a member of the I. O. O. F., the Encampment, the Royal Arcanum. the Leiderkranz and the Plattsmouth Turn Verein. He is well liked among his associates, and could, if he chose, successfully aspire to civic honors.

     HATT & OTTO. Dealers in Fresh, Salt and Smoked Meats.--This business was started about twenty years ago. by Mr. A. G. Hatt. Mr. Jonathan Hatt bought it from his father about eight years ago and ran it till 1890 when the junior partner, Mr. Otto, bought in February 12th, 1890. The store has been at 414 Main Street for the past ten years, and is consequently well-known to all residents. It covers 22x42 feet, and is always well stocked with the choicest meats, the evidence of the excellence of the goods being shown by the amount of the sales, which sum up from $15,000 to $18,000 per annum. Mr. Otto was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, March 2, 1858, and belongs to the German lodge of Turn Verein, while Mr. Hatt is a member of the United Workmen. Both partners are esteemed and respected by their numerous acquaintances.

      BENNETT & TUTT, Staple and Fancy Groceries, Queensware, Fruits, Etc.--A well-conducted mercantile concern in Plattsmouth, is that of Bennett & Tutt, founded twelve years. The premises occupied are 25x100 feet and two assistants are employed. Mr. Bennett is a native of Pennsylvania and is a Mason and G. A. R., and served in the 39th Iowa Infantry. Mr. Tutt is a native of Missouri and is a Mason. They have secured a large share of public favor and enjoy the patronage of the best known residents of the city and county.

     H. D. TRAVIS, County Attorney,--Is one of the finest young lawyers in the State, and stands in the front rank of the Plattsmouth bar. He is a native of Columbiana County, Ohio, and came here from Weeping Water, Nebraska. Before moving to the West Mr. Travis was successful as a lawyer in Florida. He is county attorney and was admitted to the bar in 1881. In detail of preparation for the court house, he leaves no stone unturned which will weigh in the scale of evidence in favor of his client.

     FRANK DICKSON, County Clerk.--The popular clerk of Cass County, Mr. Frank Dickson, is a native of Illinois, and is serving his first term. He lived in his native state until thirteen years of age, when he moved to Pennsylvania. Mr. Dickson has lived in our county thirteen years, and was formerly deputy county clerk three years. He also formerly taught school, farmed, and was two years with the Missouri Pacific survey corps. He is a gentleman who is eminently worthy of the success he has met with and of the confidence reposed in him by all.

     CHARLES C. PARMELE. Register of Deeds.--In enumerating the useful men to be found of Cass County, we especially note Charles C. Parmele, the register of deeds. He is a native of Plattsmouth. and is serving his first term as register. Mr. Parmele is one of the city's most enterprising young men, and was formerly engaged in the banking business here in which he still holds an interest. He is prominently identified with the time-honored order of Knights of Pythias. He is a gentlemen well known and respected, and his good reputation entitles him to be regarded as one of Plattsmouth's representative men.

     BASIL S. RAMSEY. County Judge.--Among those who have materially contributed towards the growth and progress of Plattsmouth and Cass County is Judge Basil S. Ramsey. He is a native of Pennsylvania and is serving his second term as county judge. He is one of the oldest settlers in the county, where he has
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