Champion, on the Frenchman River (Creek), is the site of probably the oldest functioning water-powered mill in Nebraska. Preliminary construction on the mill was begun in the fall of 1886. The work was completed and the mill placed in operation by . . . — — Map (db m79376) HM
On Bodeman Park Drive just north of U.S. 6, on the right when traveling north.
Near this spot stood the Rowley sod house. Built in 1875 it was the first habitation in Chase County. On October 3, 1878, while on his way home to protect his family, Rowley was killed by Cheyenne Indians during the epic trek of Dull Knife’s Band . . . — — Map (db m177410) HM
