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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1920
Page
1
The piece argues tenant farming breeds endless relocation as landlords seek cash rents while tenants insist on reservations. It notes many Polk County farmers own less land and face rising prices, pushing young farmers to migrate west for affordable, productive land and greater opportunity.
After a Sunday storm caused damage across the state, the construction team working on the country lines project paused in Hastings for an indefinite stay and planned to resume later. Meanwhile local notes report illness recovery, marriages, travel, and a friendly surprise at the Shraders with April Fool cake.
Osceola residents report visits and travel this week with neighbors like Emil Schott and J. C. McGrew. E L Rima heads to Shelton for seasonal work while Homer Phelps promotes a strong tire trade and Jack Peterson acts as water commissioner.
Tuesday at the home of her sister in Kearney Miss Nina Carson daughter of Mr and Mrs John Carson of Polk County married T W Delamore. The couple plans a Denver honeymoon then a return to Silver Creek to farm on the Carson farm. The bride is well known locally and the groom, a former garage worker who served overseas and was injured, is improving with steady prospects.
The library adds new fiction titles this week including Bower B M The Heritage of the Sioux The Lookout Man Grey Kane The Lights of Western Stars The Riders of the Purple Sage Curwood James O Gods Country and the Woman Ibanez V B The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse Conner Ralph The Prospector Richmond Grace Reg Pepper Burns Grayson David In Great Possessions Beatrice Alverson Assistant Librarian.
W Alverson pastor explains the Inter Church World Movement as a cooperative effort among denominations akin to Allies in WWI. It seeks federating churches in overcharged communities and a united nationwide financial campaign to fund a global church program, starting in America.
Miss Irma Hult and Mrs E O Jeffrey of Stromsburg were in the city yesterday.
The rapid sewer project advances from the east tanks to Bridge Street and north to the bridge, with favorable weather aiding the diggers. Experienced operators lay pipe quickly while spectators observe. The mayor urges residents to prepare connections and designate entry points into their grounds. The machine matches those used for the army cantonments water system.
Sunday School next Sunday at 9 45 preached by Mrs Lester Shore and Arvid Anderson evangelistic meetings begin Sunday at 11 A M with Bible study and blessings. B Y P A at 6 30 and evening service at 8 P M at the M C Church. Friday program at 5 30 T enter Inter Church World Movement speakers Rev Pratt Rev Dueholm and Mrs R G Davidson at the Baptist Church G W Stansbury pastor.
Leading Polk County churchmen gather at Eden Baptist Stromsburg on April 6 at 10 am for an Inter Church World Movement conference. Sessions cover world survey findings with county convener Dr B B Braden and directors detailing aims and methods of a laymen's Protestant world uplift initiative.
Mrs Clara Viola Dean of Lincoln Nebraska and Audubon Iowa died March 25 1920 at her home in Lincoln aged 86 years 4 months 9 days She leaves husband George Dean and three children Hugo Francis and Fern as well as a wide circle of relatives and friends The tribute poem by Miss Helen Gladdys Graham recalls her gentle kind nature and devoted motherhood
Robert Gillespie returns from Creighton dental school to spend Easter at home. Mrs. John Cowles of Shelby, visiting M. A. Hartson, also returns home today accompanied by Mrs. Hartson.
Markets today show activity in grains and livestock with mixed quotes across Wheat Corn and Oats. Butter Eggs and Cream trade at varying levels as traders watch supply signals and demand shifts.
Grace and Valley churches rehearse an Easter program Saturday at 1 30 P M with both Sunday schools participating. The program will be presented at Valley Church Sunday at ten o clock with an Easter message for all attendees. Epworth League meets at 7 15 P M and the cabinet at 6 45 P M preaching services follow at 8 P M.
A large barn on Anton Weimer’s J C Hotchkiss farm, one mile north of Shelby, burned Tuesday night. Sixteen head of stock including six mules five horses and five cattle perished along with hay oats corn and harnesses. The old 24 by 40 structure also burned, as did a nearby straw stack and parts of a neighbor’s property. The fire origin is unknown with a possibility of a dropped match. strong winds and open doors worsened the blaze. A $3 967 57 insurance payout was a partial settlement with rebuilding to begin soon.
Easter week schedule includes Good Friday 10:30 worship, Saturday Confirmation at 2 PM, Sunday school 10, Easter morning service 10:45 and evening program at 8 led by Luther League. Offerings aid the organist, choir, and Mission Fund. donations collected by Pastor Adolf Serenius.
A political announcement declares candidacy for State Senator representing the Eleventh District covering Platte Polk and Merrick Counties. The applicant seeks Republican voters' support and signal a campaign start.
Wm. French and wife left for Wilcox Nebraska to start a repair business. Howard Carson Ralph Tschauner and Bennie Anderson returned from respective schools to spend the Faster time at home. E R Danielson from Lincoln attended a state agriculture board meeting then returned to Osceola.
August Janecke arrives from Brule noting farm work underway despite Sunday storm injuring the main line with numerous wires and poles down. Ted Jacobs, delayed in transit for a claim at Chappell, was affected by detours on the Island Sunday. French baritone Mr. de Bouzon headlines an April 2 recital at the Auditorium under the American Legion. Mrs. H. R. Lind and daughter Hatlie visit Durant. Anna and Amanda Nelson travel to Omaha for a short stay.
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