Iron Lung
Our Iron Lung is here today because of a Girl Scout project. In October of 1940, Girl Scout Troop #1 had a surplus of $5 from selling popcorn and candy at the Boy Scout Circus. Dr. M. Campbell, the father of girl scout, Eva Campbell suggested they start a fund for an Iron Lung. There was a fear of Polio and the idea of purchasing an Iron Lung likely gained legs with Eva’s [...]
Memoirs of Albert Barnett, “McCook’s Builder”
Memoirs of Albert Barnett - McCook's Builder Note: This is a transcript of handwritten notes by Albert Barnett, found wedged behind a drawer of his desk after his death. Articles about Barnett often mention the added title of “McCook’s Builder” and “McCook’s Master Builder” as an indication to the reputation he built during McCook’s early years. We assume this was written in 1906 as the Lincoln Land Company plotted the original [...]
History of Westside Congregational Church
On March 6, 1887, Reverand William Suess, in the home of George Weick, called a meeting for the purpose of organizing a German Church. Rev. Suess was acting Chairman. By unanimous vote, the Creed and the Constitution were adopted. The Constitution set forth the overall foundation and regulations of the Congregational church, the same as in the Handbook of Dr. Eversz. The Congregation was organized and named the German Free Evangelical Church of McCook. [...]