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38-486: Today, the M.I.N.K. Collegiate Baseball League , a collegiate summer baseball league has adopted the M.I.N.K. moniker. In 1910, the Missouri–Iowa–Nebraska–Kansas League began play as a six–team Class D level league. The league would play four seasons. The Auburn Athletics , Falls City Colts , and Nebraska City Forresters franchises all played for the duration of the league. Although the league

76-792: A collegiate summer baseball league has adopted the moniker as a tribute to the earlier professional league. The league began play in 2009. Maryville moved to Humboldt July 10. Falls City & Humboldt withdrew June 17, 1913 causing the league to disband. Collegiate summer baseball Collegiate summer baseball leagues are amateur baseball leagues in the United States and Canada featuring players who have attended at least one year of college and have at least one year of athletic eligibility remaining. Generally, they operate from early June to early August. In contrast to college baseball , which allow aluminum or other composite baseball bats , players in these leagues use only wooden bats, hence

114-409: A 57–40 (.588) record under manager Bill Annis to finish 1.5 games ahead of the 2nd place Clarinda Antelopes. Falls City led the league in season attendance, drawing 14,205. The Falls City Colts also moved some Sunday home games into the state of Kansas to avoid Nebraska Sunday laws. The Maryville Comets /Humboldt Infants were the 1911 Missouri–Iowa–Nebraska–Kansas League champions after moving during

152-444: A nominal fee. The law went into effect on January 1, 1863. Just after midnight on that day, Daniel Freeman persuaded a clerk to open the local Land Office so that he could file a claim for a homestead located 4 miles (6 km) west of Beatrice. His is regarded as the first of the 417 applications filed that day. In 1936, Congress created Homestead National Monument of America on the site of Freeman's claim. The Big Blue River

190-570: A part of ConAgra Foods ) was founded in Beatrice in 1894 as The Beatrice Creamery Company, by George Everett Haskell and William W. Bosworth . In 1885, the Nebraska legislature enacted legislation to establish the Institution for Feeble Minded Youth near Beatrice, subject to the city's donating a suitable parcel of land. Beatrice donated 40 acres, located 2 miles (3 km) east of the city limits, and

228-479: A six–team league in 1911, with the Shenandoah Pin Rollers (49–51), Clarinda Antelopes (43–57) and Nebraska City Foresters (40–60) rounding out the 1911 standings. In the last full season of league play, the 1912 Nebraska City Forresters were the Missouri–Iowa–Nebraska–Kansas League champions. Nebraska City finished with a 61–38 (.616) record to lead the 1912 standings, playing under manager Ducky Holmes in

266-659: Is located approximately 42 miles south of Lincoln on the Big Blue River . Gage County was one of the 19 counties originally established by the Nebraska Territorial Legislature in 1854. At the time of its establishment, there were no settlers living within its boundaries. In 1857, the steamboat Hannibal , carrying 300 passengers up the Missouri River from St. Louis, Missouri to Nebraska City, Nebraska , ran aground near Kansas City, Missouri . While it

304-566: Is located at 40°16′6″N 96°44′35″W  /  40.26833°N 96.74306°W  / 40.26833; -96.74306 (40.268449, -96.743192). According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 9.11 square miles (23.59 km ), of which 9.02 square miles (23.36 km ) is land and 0.09 square miles (0.23 km ) is water. The 2020 United States census counted 12,261 people, 5,550 households, and 2,907 families in Beatrice. The population density

342-643: The Burlington and Missouri River Railroad constructed a line from Lincoln, Nebraska to Beatrice. In 1879, the Union Pacific Railroad built a line joining Beatrice to Marysville, Kansas . By 1890, the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad had also run tracks through Beatrice. On August 3, 1892, future president William McKinley , then governor of Ohio, gave a campaign speech in Beatrice. The former international foods conglomerate, Beatrice Foods , (now

380-593: The DeRoin Trail crossed the Big Blue River , and the whole Association decided to settle there. The settlement was named after Julia Beatrice Kinney, the 17-year-old daughter of Judge John F. Kinney, a member of the Association. The Territorial Legislature selected Beatrice as the county seat of Gage County in 1857. The decision was challenged by Blue Springs , but was confirmed by the Legislature in 1859. In 1864,

418-499: The 1910 MINK League Championship. The Missouri–Iowa–Nebraska–Kansas League began play with six teams, based in Auburn, Nebraska (Auburn Athletics), Clarinda, Iowa ( Clarinda Antelopes ), Falls City, Nebraska ( Falls City Colts ), Maryville, Missouri ( Maryville Comets ), Nebraska City, Nebraska ( Nebraska City Forresters ) and Shenandoah, Iowa ( Shenandoah Pin Rollers ). Falls City had

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456-418: The 2nd place Nebraska City Forresters (15–17) when the Missouri–Iowa–Nebraska–Kansas League permanently folded. On June 17, 1913, the 3rd place Falls City Colts (13–19) and 4th place Humboldt Infants (12–20) both folded, causing the entire league to disband. Sunday laws in Nebraska were noted as a factor that impacted the success of the league. Falls City had moved Sunday home games to Kansas in order to avoid

494-526: The Legislature dissolved the original Clay County (not the current Clay County, Nebraska ), dividing its land between Gage and Lancaster Counties. The addition of this ground in the north placed Beatrice near the center of the enlarged county, strengthening its claim to the county seat. It continues to hold that position today. In 1862, the U.S. Congress passed the Homestead Act , which allowed settlers to claim 160 acres (65 ha) of government land for

532-405: The average family size was 2.87. In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.4% under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 21.4% from 45 to 64, and 21.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.7 males. As of 2000 the median income for a household in

570-418: The city was $ 33,735, and the median income for a family was $ 42,472. Males had a median income of $ 29,976 versus $ 21,303 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 17,816. About 7.0% of families and 9.5% of the population were below the poverty line , including 10.0% of those under age 18 and 8.9% of those age 65 or over. Beatrice is the setting for The Gallows , a 2015 found footage movie that

608-403: The city. The population density was 1,381.3 inhabitants per square mile (533.3/km ). There were 6,075 housing units at an average density of 673.5 per square mile (260.0/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 96.1% White , 0.5% African American , 0.5% Native American , 0.6% Asian , 0.7% from other races , and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 2.2% of

646-434: The city. The population density was 1,666.7 inhabitants per square mile (643.5/km ). There were 5,818 housing units at an average density of 776.0 per square mile (299.6/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 97.50% White , 0.34% African American , 0.45% Native American , 0.33% Asian , 0.03% Pacific Islander , 0.30% from other races , and 1.05% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 0.96% of

684-486: The collegiate summer season. These draftees can remain with their collegiate summer team until they sign a professional contract. During the season, players are housed by volunteer host families and bussed to and from road games. The leagues vary greatly in their attendances, quality of play, and ability to attract scouts. The Alaska Baseball League (ABL) and the Cape Cod Baseball League (CCBL) are considered

722-701: The common nickname of these leagues as "wood-bat leagues". Collegiate summer leagues allow college baseball players the ability to compete using professional rules and equipment, giving them experience and allowing professional scouts the opportunity to observe players under such conditions. To find a collegiate summer team, players work with their college coaches and prospective teams' general managers. They report to summer leagues after completing their spring collegiate season with their NCAA , NAIA , NJCAA , CCCAA , and NWAC teams. Some players arrive late due to their college team's postseason play, which sometimes runs into early June. In some cases, players are drafted during

760-518: The first residents were admitted in 1887. Over the following decades, the institution expanded greatly. By 1935, there were 1171 residents living on 519 acres (210 ha). The institution was largely self-supporting, operating a farm on which the residents did much of the work; in 1935, 346 acres (140 ha) were under cultivation. In 1945, the institution was renamed the Beatrice State Home. Its resident population peaked at about 2300 in

798-563: The institution's name was changed to the current Beatrice State Developmental Center. A 2006 investigation by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services revealed a number of severe deficiencies at the Center; after two years of appeals, the Center lost its Medicaid certification in 2009. As of 2011, the Center served about 175 clients. The majority had been diagnosed with "severe" or "profound" retardation; nearly all suffered from two or more other disabling conditions. Beatrice

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836-462: The late 1960s. From there it declined: new restrictions had been imposed on the use of unpaid labor by residents of institutions, and there was a national trend toward deinstitutionalization . In 1975, the Horacek v. Exon lawsuit was settled with a consent decree whereunder many of the residents of the Beatrice State Home were transferred to community-based mental health facilities . In that year,

874-753: The leagues' only no–hitter in a 7–0 Falls City victory over the Hiawatha Indians. 1913 was the final season for the MINK League, as the league played only a partial season, permanently folding in June, 1913. The Missouri–Iowa–Nebraska–Kansas League began the 1913 season with four teams after the Beatrice-Fairbury Milkskimmers and Hiawatha Indians franchises did not return to play and were not replaced. The 1913 Auburn Athletics, under manager Jake Kraninger, were in 1st place with 24–8 record, 9.0 games ahead of

912-487: The median family income $ 59,107 (+/- $ 6,583). Males had a median income of $ 34,698 (+/- $ 3,160) versus $ 23,972 (+/- $ 6,964) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $ 30,124 (+/- $ 2,347). Approximately, 10.8% of families and 19.5% of the population were below the poverty line , including 27.5% of those under the age of 18 and 15.1% of those ages 65 or over. As of the census of 2010, there were 12,459 people, 5,509 households, and 3,296 families living in

950-408: The population. There were 5,395 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.8% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.8% were non-families. 33.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and

988-442: The population. There were 5,509 households, of which 27.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.9% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.2% were non-families. 34.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size

1026-580: The restrictions in Nebraska. Nebraska City played their week day games at their home park and their Sunday games at the Driving Park in Beatrice, Nebraska . This was a compromise with the ministerial alliance which had protested a game on Sunday during the 1910 season. Many fans traveled by train to catch a game, as the Missouri Pacific serviced league towns. Today, the M.I.N.K. Collegiate Baseball League ,

1064-467: The season. The Maryville, Missouri franchise, with a 24–21 record, moved to Humboldt, Nebraska on July 10, 1911. Maryville/Humboldt finished with a 59–41 (.590) record under managers Harry Sievers and A.F. Bridges, finishing in 1st place in the standings, finishing 2.0 games ahead of the 2nd place Falls City Colts and 7.0 games ahead of the 3rd place Auburn Athletics. The MINK League did not have playoffs during its existence. The league maintained itself as

1102-574: The six–team league. Nebraska City finished 1.5 games ahead of the 2nd place Falls City Colts (61–41) and 2.5 games ahead of the 3rd place Auburn A's (59–41) in the final standings. The 1912 Beatrice-Fairbury Milkskimmers (42–59) replaced the Clarinda Antelopes , who folded after the 1911 season. Beatrice–Fairbury then folded after the 1912 season, as did the Hiawatha, Kansas based Hiawatha Athletics . On July 4, 1912, Falls City pitcher Ed Finch threw

1140-400: The two premier collegiate summer leagues. This list is organized by federation. Source: Chicago Suburban Baseball League Beatrice, Nebraska Beatrice ( / b i ˈ æ t r ɪ s / ) is a city in and the county seat of Gage County , Nebraska , United States. Its population was 12,261 at the 2020 census , making it the 15th most populous city in Nebraska . Beatrice

1178-405: Was 1,293.4 per square mile (499.4/km ). There were 6,363 housing units at an average density of 671.2 per square mile (259.2/km ). The racial makeup was 91.59% (11,230) white , 1.04% (127) black or African-American , 0.55% (67) Native American , 0.73% (89) Asian , 0.01% (1) Pacific Islander , 1.19% (146) from other races , and 4.9% (601) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race

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1216-412: Was 2.0% (345) of the population. Of the 5,550 households, 20.6% had children under the age of 18; 39.4% were married couples living together; 34.4% had a female householder with no husband present. 41.5% of households consisted of individuals and 19.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.1 and the average family size was 2.8. 20.3% of the population

1254-434: Was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.82. The median age in the city was 42.6 years. 22.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22% were from 25 to 44; 26.8% were from 45 to 64; and 20.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.8% male and 52.2% female. As of the census of 2000, there were 12,496 people, 5,395 households, and 3,301 families living in

1292-503: Was both a help and a hindrance to the development of Beatrice. It provided the town with a water source, and produced ample power to operate the mills that were among the town's first industries. However, it represented a major obstacle to travelers on the Oregon Trail route; and floods frequently destroyed the dams and bridges in the area. Not until 1890 was a Big Blue bridge built in Beatrice that could survive for decades. In 1871,

1330-406: Was co-written, co-directed and co-produced by Chris Lofing, a graduate of Beatrice High School. A popular story was circulated about a near-miss that occurred in Beatrice, when, at 7:25 pm on March 1, 1950, a church was destroyed by a natural gas explosion five minutes after a scheduled choir practice was to start, but no one was injured because all fifteen members were late, and thus not present at

1368-547: Was named the Missouri-Iowa-Nebraska-Kansas League, the four states were never represented in the league at the same time. Missouri and Iowa were represented in 1910–1911 and Kansas was represented in 1912. The Missouri–Iowa–Nebraska–Kansas League presidents were T.A. Wilson (1910–1911), Frederick Carey (1911) and Warren Cummings (1912–1913). In the first season for the league, the Falls City Colts won

1406-403: Was stranded, 35 of the passengers agreed to form the "Nebraska Association", under which name they would unite in seeking a townsite and establishing a settlement in the territory. After reaching Nebraska City, the Association divided itself into two exploratory parties, one of which went directly westward and the other southwest. The latter party located the site of Beatrice, at the point where

1444-435: Was under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 21.6% from 25 to 44, 27.2% from 45 to 64, and 23.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45.0 years. For every 100 females, the population had 91.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 86.1 males. The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $ 42,103 (with a margin of error of +/- $ 3,670) and

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