These chapters have been transcribed from the one-thousand page 1920 History of Hall County, Nebraska, edited by Buechler, Barr, and Stough. We’ve placed this material on our website in text form to make it easier for you to research your ancestors names. This manuscript often used abbreviations for the names of individuals so a site search for the last name only may be more beneficial.
Town Histories
The information from these town histories were transcribed from pages 120-144. It provides a history of the towns of Hall County up to the year 1920. Added to these pages was information on the various businesses, churches, and society for the town found throughout the volume.
- History of Abbott, Nebraska
- History of Alda, Nebraska
- History of Cairo, Nebraska
- History of Doniphan, Nebraska
The Railroads of Hall County, Nebraska
The chapter cover pages 316-327 and discusses the historical significance of railroads, particularly the Union Pacific, in shaping Hall County’s development. General Grenville M. Dodge details the construction of the Union Pacific Railway, highlighting its inception in 1862 and completion in 1869. The railroad fostered economic growth by connecting towns and facilitating trade, especially for Grand Island, a pivotal junction. The narrative includes insights into various railroad officials, local management, and the establishment of the St. Joseph and Grand Island Railroad and the Burlington Railroad.
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