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He has but one horse and [[strikethrough]] that [[/strikethrough]] the year he broke his land the Winnebago stole the horse so he had nothing to work with.  Sold about 25 bushels and to that bought - the clothing &c for his family. 9 - in family. 6 children - Rest was found in Gov't mill & used for support -
(Annuity his money
( had a farmer who broke the ground )

1877 - 10 acres - 5. new - xx
Corn, wheat & potatoes Seed good & yield the same - 

1878, 15, an 5 acres,
Corn, wheat, potatoes, & beans -
Seed good yield the same - 
xx The Poncas gave him a team of ponies these he broke the new land & drove in machine. wife helped.