Here is the front page of the B-section of the Advantage, a publication of the York News-times that came today. It tells the story of Charles H. Morrill, namesake of the Nebraska community of Morrill, Morrill County, Nebraska and Morrill Hall. He was a world traveler, Union Civil War veteran, University of Nebraska regent, doggedly determined pioneer and Stromsburg homesteader. Morrill arrived in Nebraska in the early 1870's, finally settling into a frame dwelling near Stromsburg where he raised cattle. He knew the value of hard work which led to a prosperous life for Morrill. As he became more involved in public service he moved his family to Lincoln. In 1899 he decided he needed a summer home. A Stromsburg Newspaper in August 23, 1900, carried the following story. "One evening last week, we were permitted, through the courtesy of Mr. C.H. Morrill, to take a look at his new summer home, the log house, which has recently been completed. It is situated on the Morrill homestead but a short distance from the old residence, and while it is truly a log house, it differs quite materially from the log cabin which was the abode of those who braved the wilderness and helped to carve out thousands of the homes in this nation. The log house is two stories high with a wide veranda extending along the front. While the exterior is picturesque, the interior of the log house is the attractive spot. Morrill died in his beloved cabin on December 11, 1928. While their are additional excerpts from news articles over-the years, the place was sold to Cindy and John Schofield in the 1990's. It is apparently still available to visit.
Jon: Could C. H. be the son of the Morrill you represented?
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