I have a Melta Trosper, b abt. 1860 (no other info. known) m. John Burney Short, b. 15 Jun 1857 in Cumberland Co., PA d. 15 Mar 1923 in Indianola, Red Willow Co., NE.
I have info on the Short side of the family if this turns out to be a connection. The geographical area is close.