GEORGE O. SWEET.

The Creswell Township census of 1874 listed George O. Sweet, 29, his wife, A. T. Sweet, 25, and E. Sweet, 60.

FROM THE NEWSPAPERS.

Winfield Courier, Saturday, February 1, 1873.

We clip the following interesting items from the Arkansas City Traveler of the 29th.

“George O. Sweet and wife returned from an extensive tour in the North last Monday after an absence of about six weeks.”

[PROCEEDINGS OF THE DISTRICT COURT.]

Winfield Courier, Thursday, July 31, 1873.

SECOND DAY. State vs. George O. Sweet. Indictment for Assault and Battery with deadly weapon, with intent to kill. Defendant was arraigned and plead not guilty—and a Jury was called and a verdict rendered as follows:

“We, the Jury, find the defendant guilty of an Assault and Battery.”

[SUITS: COWLEY COUNTY.]

Arkansas City Traveler, February 2, 1876.

RECAP: GEORGE O. SWEET AND ANN F. SWEET WERE SUED BY LYMAN C. NORTON...$500...FORECLOSURE OF MORTGAGE...L. B. KELLOGG, ATTORNEY FOR LYMAN C. NORTON, PLAINTIFF.

[SUIT: LYMAN C. NORTON VS. GEORGE O. AND ANN E. SWEET.]

Arkansas City Traveler, February 9, 1876.

Lyman C. Norton sues George O. and Ann E. Sweet...foreclosure of mortgage...$500.00 (+ interest, etc.; $50 for attorney’s fee for foreclosure). L. B. KELLOGG, ATTORNEY FOR LYMAN C. NORTON.

[DISTRICT COURT DOCKET.]

Winfield Courier, March 23, 1876.

CIVIL DOCKET. THIRD DAY. Michael Harkins vs. Geo. Sweet et al.

CIVIL DOCKET. SIXTH DAY. L. C. Norton vs. Geo. O. Sweet et al.

Believe the following applies to “E. Sweet,” evidently father of George O. Sweet...

Arkansas City Traveler, March 8, 1876.

A DEED OF GRATITUDE. A gentleman by the name of Reynolds, from Wyandotte, Kansas, came down last week and took old Mr. Sweet back with him, to provide for him a home and place of comfort in his old age. Mr. Sweet has been living for the past three years in an open log house, in a remote place up the Arkansas, and in almost a destitute condition. At one time he was one of the prominent men of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and counted his money by the thousands of dollars. During his prosperity he favored Mr. Reynolds, who did not forget it, and now comes to his relief in a time of distress.

[DISTRICT COURT.]

Arkansas City Traveler, March 15, 1876.

CIVIL DOCKET. THIRD DAY.

Michael Harkins vs. Geo. Sweet et al.

Patrick Harkins vs. Geo. O. Sweet et al.

CIVIL DOCKET. SIXTH DAY. L. C. Norton vs. Geo. O. Sweet et al.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 21, 1876.

From Mr. Reynolds, who was here last Saturday, we learn that old Mr. Sweet, formerly of this place, is comfortably situated with him, and says he is happy as he ever was in his life. This will be gratifying to his many friends here. The history of the old gentleman would make a volume worth reading. Beginning as a poor boy, he worked his way up until he became one of the substantial and wealthy men of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and at one time was a heavy contractor with the Government. He is comparatively a well read man, and one of extended experience. Some months ago we expected to write his obituary as a poor, deserted father, left to die alone, but the friendship shown to Mr. Reynolds when he was a boy was not forgotten, and now, when he most needs it, comes to his relief and makes him a happy home.

Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1876.

GEO. O. SWEET is at 25 Washington St., Alleghany, Pa.

Arkansas City Traveler, February 28, 1877.

GEO. O. SWEET, of Alleghany, Pennsylvania, made a stay of a few days in this place last week. He represents a leather and hide firm of the Keystone State.

[COWLEY COUNTY TRIAL DOCKET.]

Arkansas City Traveler, May 9, 1877. Front Page.

The following is a list of cases that will stand for trial at the May term of the District Court, of Cowley County, to be begun and held on the first Monday, 7th day of May, A. D. 1877, and have been placed on the Trial docket in the following order.

CIVIL DOCKET. FIFTH DAY. Geo. O. Sweet vs. Sumner Oaks.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 9, 1877.

Old Mr. Sweet is living with his son George at Alleghany, Pennsylvania.

[SHERIFF’S SALE DUE TO SUIT BY LYMAN C. NORTON .]

Arkansas City Traveler, May 23, 1877.

RECAP: Sheriff R. L. Walker, G. W. McIntire, Deputy, selling at public auction 159.60 acres of land to satisfy suit made by Lyman C. Norton against George O. Sweet and Ann F. Sweet.

Arkansas City Traveler, January 9, 1878.

Below will be found a partial list of our lands and town lots, both improved and unimproved, we have for sale. This property is situated in the most desirable portion of Kansas, the great Arkansas River Valley, and adjacent thereto. The climate in this locality is unsurpassed, and the land is as fertile as any in the West. This portion of Kansas is keeping pace with the civilization of the age in building Railroads, Churches, and School Houses. Come here if you want a very desirable home for a very small amount of money.

S 1/23 of SE ¼ sec. 5, tp 34, S R 3 D. This tract is in the finest portion of the Arkansas Valley. Known as the Sweet land; price $600.

Inquire of J. C. McMullen or Jas. Christian, Arkansas City, Kansas.

UNKNOWN: If the following lady was related to George O. Sweet family...

Arkansas City Traveler, November 23, 1881.

Mr. and Mrs. Taggart (nee Miss Mary Sweet) with their two children are visiting friends in this city. Their home is in Philadelphia, but for some time Mr. Taggart’s health has necessitated a change and the past three months has been spent among the attractions of Colorado.

Mrs. Taggart was one of the first ladies to take up her residence in this place, when the footprints of the Osage and buffalo were yet fresh in the sands of the Arkansas river. Her presence in our city at this time will awaken naught but pleasant recollections among her many friends of “ye olden time.” We are informed that the medicinal properties of the Geuda Mineral waters will be tested, and if found beneficial, the winter will be spent in this vicinity. We shall gladly welcome them amongst us, though but temporarily.

No other items could be found on the Sweet family.