^"The Democratic State Convention". Central City Courier. October 3, 1878. Retrieved May 13, 2023. The Democratic State Convention, which convened in Lincoln, Sept. 27, placed the name of our fellow townsman, W. H. Webster, in nomination for governor. Col. Webster has been a resident of Merrick county for many years...
^"Democratic Ticket". Nebraska City Daily News. October 26, 1878. Retrieved May 13, 2023. Democratic State Ticket... For Governor, WILLIAM H. WEBSTER, of Saline Co. [sic, "Saline County" is a misprint]
^"W. H. Webster". Central City Courier. May 30, 1878. Retrieved May 13, 2023. W. H. WEBSTER, Attorney at Law, Will practice in the District Court of Merrick and adjoining counties.