125 years ago

february 5, 1886

One of the heaviest snows of the season fell Monday and Tuesday, but it is gradually disappearing today.

Joe Wilson is a happy father.

Ed Shelmadine, that fine shoemaker man, returned like the prodigal last week. He went west last year but came in from the east. The Record has been telling you for years that no one can permanently leave Marion—except when they “shuffle off this mortal coil.”

A runaway ox team varied the amusements in Marion the other day.

Some more “eternal whiteness” begun to “steal down” upon us Monday, “out in this western country,” and though no “hostile Indians” have bothered us, the “pale face” has had a tough time of it.

Mrs. A.W. Thompson has received from the Knights of Honor $2,000, insurance on her late husband’s life.

We understand the prospective Omaha, Abilene & Wichita railroad has already given great impetus to Abilene’s growth and prosperity. Same with Marion. All kinds of property has advanced here, and then nearly everybody wants to buy while but few desire to sell. Nor is this condition of affairs confined to the town, but applies also to farm property.

Frank Strohwig is mighty proud of that baby, and we don’t blame him.

Mr. Geo. Aldridge, an experienced photographer, has charge of the Huston gallery, for a month, and is doing piles of work. He understands his business thoroughly.

We are aware that thousands of people will eagerly scan this week’s Record for authentic information from the ground hog. We have only space to advise you not to dispose of your overcoats or take down your stoves just yet. Not for six weeks, at least.