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Newspaper

Osceola Record

Location

Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1948

Page

4

Food specials from a vintage grocery ad

Franco American spaghetti two cans 29 cents Kraft dinners green beans two for 25 cents No 2 tomato cans 19 cents No 2/2 pork and beans wall can mackerel tall can red salmon five ten pkgs 5 Tie broom flour 19 to 25 cents.

Wright toseed serves Dr Wess Chick Starter weekly

Wright toseed mill markets Dr Wess Chick Starter sold fresh every few days at $5.50 per bag with S Ht Green Stamps. Mr and Mrs Orville Rodene hosted a party Saturday evening for their son Garys 4th birthday with guests including Mr and Mrs Don Uland of Fremont Mr and Mrs Waldo Rodene of Lincoln Mr and Mrs Harry Rodene and Bonnie and Mr and Mrs Wesley Koehler and family.

Wright Toseed S & Ht Orville Rodéne Gary Don Uland Fremont Waldo Rodene Lincoln Harry Rodene Bonnie Wesley Koehler

Pickett Family Attends Birthday Celebration in Kearney

Mr and Mrs Bruce Pickett traveled to Kearney on Sunday to honor Mrs Clarence Shields on her birthday anniversary. All seven of Mrs Shields's children were present for the celebration.

Bruce Pickett Kearney Clarence Shields Mrs. Shields

New Gift Merchandise at Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Crouse-Tex Drug Co announces fresh gift items joining its shelves. The store promotes seasonal selections perfect for holidays and special occasions along with classic favorites.

Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Hewitt Family Visit Spends Sunday in Kearney

Mr and Mrs Frank Hewitt and their children Gayle of Lincoln and Jean of York visited Sunday with Hobart Albright and family in Kearney.

Frank Hewitt Gayle Lincoln Jean York Kearney Hobart Albright

Baby Barbara Louise Born Easter Morning at St Francis

A six pound baby girl named Barbara Louise was born Easter morning March 28 at St Francis Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Morris Iean.

St. Francis Hospital Morris Iean Barbara Louise

Dr Hess Chick Starter in the Dress Print Bag

Wright Bros Feed Mill advertises Dr Hess Chick Starter in a dress print bag priced at $5.50 per bag with S H Green Stamps offered.

Dr. Hess Wright Bros. Feed Mill

Kings Move to New Shelby Home Above Theatre

Mr and Mrs Bill King and family moved to a new home above their Shelby theatre this week. Mrs Roselle Ellis and her father, who had been living with the Kings, rented an apartment at Bill Kearney's home south of town.

Fir Bill King Shelby Roselle Ellis The Kings Bill Kearney

Family trio visits Omaha with university guest

Guy Ball and Tom and Sally, accompanied by Herbert home from university for a master’s degree, drove to Omaha on Sunday and spent the afternoon with Guy Ball’s daughter there.

Guy Ball Tom Sally Herbert Omaha

Ceresan Seed Oat Protects Against Disease

Ceresan guards seed oats from disease for only 3 per bushel. Available now at Crouse Tex Drug Co.

Ceresan Crouse- Tex Drug Co

Mrs Charles EF Jones Recovering After Stroke

Mrs. Charles EF. Jones suffered a stroke late last week and was admitted to St Francis Hospital for medical care. She was able to be dismissed this week.

Charles’ EF. Jones St. Francis

Fishing Gear Sale at Gambles

Gambles lists fishing rods reels minnows buckets and related items in a weekend sale. discounted tackle and fresh inventory highlight a shopper friendly assortment with practical gear for anglers.

Mrs Clara J Horst Returns From Grand Island Visit

Mrs. Clara J. Horst returned Monday from Grand Island where she had stayed several months with Mr. and Mrs. John Miller and their son.

Clara J. Horst Grand Island John Miller and Son

Trim a Trim Limb with Mojud Hosiery at Johnsons

A brief shopping blurb notes Mojud Hosiery available at Johnsons to keep legs sleek and styled. The line promotes comfort and fashion focus for hosiery wearers seeking a refined leg silhouette.

Johnsons

Miss Mary Louise Ienn Returns to Chicago Work

Miss Mary Louise Ienn returns to her Chicago job after visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. August Ienn and family over the Eastern holidays.

Mary Louise Ienn Chicago Mrs August Ienn

Anniversary Plant Presented at Peterson Home

Mr and Mrs Reynold Peterson hosted Mr and Mrs Ralph I Cooper of Lincoln and the G R Peterson and Johnson Anderson families at Faster Sunday. Children presented Mr and Mrs Gunnard Peterson with a flowering plant in honor of their wedding anniversary.

Reynold Peterson Ralph I. Cooper Lincoln G. R. Peterson Ted Johnson Tierbert K. Anderson Gunnard Peterson

Wall papers and paint at Crouse-Tes Drug Co

Over 160 wallpaper patterns available for selection and a full range of paints suited for every purpose offered by Crouse-Tes Drug Co.

Crouse-Tes Drug Co

Local Ads Note Roofing Materials and Seed Corn Shipment

A reader advertises rolled brick siding, rolled roofing, saturated paper and asbestos shingles from Gambles. They mention a 1948 DeKalb Hybrid Seed Corn shipment and extra flat seed. Lynn Brigham, dealer, is listed.

Gambles

TOUSC-TeX Drug Company Expands Pure Drug Prescription Plans

TOUSC-TeX Drug Company focuses on providing prescriptions filled with pure drugs as its core business strategy. The firm emphasizes quality control and reliable sourcing to meet patient needs.

Tousc-Tex Drug Company

Lincoln visitors share Sunday with Osceola family

Misses Freda and Bonnie Buch holz of Lincoln came to Osceola to spend Sunday with Mr and Mrs Walter Buchholz. Freda recently returned from a three week vacation in San Francisco Dinuba and Durango with her brother Eugene and family.

Freda Bonnie Buchholz Lincoln Osceola Walter Buchholz San Francisco Dinuba California Eugene Durango Colo

Miss Ellen Branting Visiting Omaha Parents This Weekend

Miss Ellen Branting of Omaha was the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. O. F. Branting, over the weekend.

Ellen Branting Omaha Mrs. O. EF. Branting

Mrs Oscar Johnson Leaves Hospital After Stroke Recovery

Mrs Oscar Johnson who had a stroke a few weeks ago left the hospital and returned home the last week.

Oscar Johnson

Weekend Visitors Highlight Byers and Ray

Mr and Mrs Sam Byers of Lincoln and Don Ray of York were weekend guests with Mr and Mrs Don Byers Don Ray returned to York College Wednesday morning

Sam Byers Lincoln Don Ray Byers York Don Byers York College

Calhoun Returns Home From Wahoo Visit

Mrs. 8. W. Calhoun returned Friday from Wahoo where she had been a guest of friends for several days.

8. W. Calhoun Wahoo

Insecticide Paint Promotes Clean Poultry Hog Dairy Houses

An insecticide paint marketed for poultry hog and dairy facilities claims to clean buildings and leave them white by containing DDT. Sold by local dealers.

Dr. Hess Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Albion residents hosted by Wayne Anderson family

Mesdames Melvin Atwater Carol Rae Ray Whiting Bob Whiting Foan Emma Madison Merlin Atwater all of Albion Nebraska and Mrs Charles Prosper of Public Colorado were entertained Tuesday in the home of Mr and Mrs Wayne Anderson.

Mesdames Melvin Atwater Carol Rae Ray Whiting Bob Whiting Foan Emma Madison Merlin Atwater Albion Nebraska Charles Prosper Colorado Wayne Anderson

Frighten your Nic Life with Westinghouse Light Bulbs

A compact ad style note promoting Westinghouse light bulbs with a quirky line about John sons and a playful nudge to brighten life.

Westinghouse Johnsons

Dinner guests visit in Omaha household

Mrs. John Ringel of Omaha along with Mr. and Mrs. James Dunn and Mr. and Mrs. J red Dun were dinner guests Tuesday evening in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dale Dunn.

John Ringel Omaha Fred Dunn Emanuel Fernandez Verland Bauer Rising City James Dunn Dave Rutter J’red Dun Dale Dunn

Campbell couple visit Alexandria Nebraska relatives

Mr and Mrs PL PB Campbell traveled to Alexandria Nebraska on Sunday to see her mother and other relatives.

Garden Hose and Lawn Care Items Highlight Gambles Offer

Gambles features garden hoses spray nozzles sprayers and lawn mowers in a seasonal sale. Shoppers can find tools and equipment for lawn care with discounts on select models and accessories.

Gambles

Buchholz Family Hosts Gathering After Chester’s Surgery

Mr and Mrs W D Buchholz hosted their children this Sunday at home. Guests included Freda and Bonnie from Lincoln and Tonnie Buchholz with children from York. Arthur and Chester Buchholz and spouses attended. Chester had just returned from Lincoln General Hospital after tumor removal from his hand.

W. D. Buchholz Freda Bonnie Lincoln Tonnie Buchholz York Arthur Buchholz Chester Buchholz Chester Lincoln General Hospital

Window glass selection at Crouse-Tex Drug

Crouse-Tex Drug offers a broad range of window glass in all sizes to fit homes and storefronts. Customers can find standard and custom options for replacements, with guidance on type and fit.

Crouse-Tex Drug

Easter Sunday Visit At Colun Bus Home

Mr and Mrs Wayne Anderson were entertained Easter Sunday in the home of Mr and Mrs Harry Clements and daughters at Colun bus.

Wayne Anderson Harry Clements Colunbus

Entre Nous Hosts at Mrs Campbell's Home

Mrs. Phil VB Campbell hosted the Entre Nous gathering at her residence on Wednesday afternoon. Miss Jane Frahm of Sterling Colorado visited Osecula to see Mr and Mrs M Merrick and to meet her mother Mrs Carl Frahm at West Point before continuing to Tastings Saturday. The WCTY plans a meeting next Thursday at 2:30. Crause-Tex Drue Co. offers a 20 percent discount on electric fence batteries.

Phil VB. Campbell Jane Frahm Sterling, Colo Osecula Tu. M. Merrick Carl Frahm West Point WCTY Nellie Watts Crause-Tex Drue Co

Local residents listed among vaccination clinic attendees

Names such as Wern Warwick Boris Wiese Valovia Sehart Sandra Schumann Rick Smith Jim Chantry Rollend Gissler Tanet Kepner Bob ABS John Mills Bil Norton Max Peterson and Darlene were noted among attendees at a vaccination clinic in Os evGla.

Wern Warwick Boris Wieseman Valovia Sehart Sandra Schumann Rick Smith Jim Chantry Rollend Gissler Tanet Kepner Bob Abs John Mills Bil Norton Max Peterson Darlene Wisely Callece Sbiaionts OsevGla

Local retailer offers stamps with pet food purchase deal

A brief notice describes a shop over several years selling items tied to S and TF Green Stamps. The message mentions Dr Tress Chick Starley and a price reference of five pounds fourpence per bag, with Wright Bros. Feed Mills cited in the context.

Dr. Tress Chick Starley Fa Hentia S & TF Wright Bros Milis

Student Gavie Tewitt Returns to University After Easter

Gavie Tewitt resumes studies at the university after spending Easter vacation with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Tewitt.

Gavie Tewitt University Thesday Afr Frank Tlewitt

Spring Dresses at Johnsons Now

Hardings Butter Pecan Fudge Tarts and Ice Cream Cike leli sold at Crouse-Tex Drug Co. item highlights dessert options.

Johnsons

Bicycles and related goods available at Gambles

Mr and Mrs Lawrence Bowe and children were dinner guests Easter Sunday of Mr and Mrs John Fintel and Norman. The text lists bicycles tricycles scooters and coaster wagons at Gambles.

Gambles Lawrence Bowe John Fintel Norman

Lincoln worker Eugene Johnson returns after weekend with parents

Eugene Johnson resumes duties at Lincoln after spending the weekend with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Johnson.

Eugene Johnson Lincoln Mrs Gilbert Johnson

Birthday Dinner Honors Lynn Smith and Bruce Pickett

Mrs. Pickett hosted a dinner Friday evening in Silver Creek honoring Lynn Smith and Bruce Pickett. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Roy Frizzell and the Lynn Smith and Frizzell families along with the Myron Jones and Floyd Frizzell households.

Lynn Smith Silver Creek Bruce Pickett

Wesley Chapel Club Meeting Notes with St Patrick Luncheon

The Wesley Chapel Club met on March 17 at Mrs. Merle Dawes home with Mrs. Arthur Decter assisting the hostess. The project leader was absent. Luncheon featured a St Patrick motif. The next meeting is set for April 21 at Mrs. Tom Schmoker home with Mrs. Adolph Kreshi assisting.

Wesley Chapel Club Merle Dawes Arthur Decter Tom Schmoker Adolph Kkreshi

Beulah Association and Society Meet With Mrs Frizzell

A combined Beulah Association and Society meet with Mrs Misbel Frizzell on April 5 at 2.00. A covered dish lunch will be served. A good attendance is desired.

Beulah Association Society Misbel Frizzell

Crouse Tex Jorug Announces One Cent Sale

Local retailer Crouse Tex Jorug announced an upcoming One Cent Sale. Store officials encouraged shoppers to watch for date details and special promotions on selected items.

Wood River Couple Visit Family After Hip Injury Recovery

Mr. and Mrs. Cecil McKeag of Wood River Nebraska visited Sunday with his uncle and aunt Mr. and Mrs James McKeag Sr. He recently returned home from St Francis Hospital after two months convalescing from a broken hip and is up part of the time.

Cecil McKeag Wood River Nebraska James McKeag McKeag St. Francis Hospital

Morgans Return to Osceola From California Visit

Mr and Mrs G W Morgan report they will return to their Osceola home this week after spending the winter in California.

G. W. Morgan California Osceola

Nail polish price cut at Chen-A across shades at Crouse

The 60c price tag applies to Chen-A nail polishes with all shades offered at the Crouse location. This sale highlights a uniform price drop across the brand, drawing shoppers to the store for the discount.

Crouse- Tex Drug Co

Schnasse Family Returns Home After Easter Visit

Mr. and Mrs. Edward Schnasse and Gregg of Lincoln returned to their home this week after spending Easter with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Schnasse, and with her parents at Polk.

Edward Schnasse Gregg Lincoln E. A. Schnasse Polk

Miss Dorothy Gondringer Visits Osceola Family For Easter

Miss Dorothy Gondringer of Siovux City Iowa visits her brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs Wally Crossnicklaus and family near Osceola over the Easter holidays.

Dorothy Gondringer Siovux City Iowa Wally Crossnicklaus Near Osceola

Gambles Sells Work Gloves Overalls Jackets in Store

Local Gambles store advertises work gloves overalls jackets and shop caps offering durable gear for tradesmen and hobbyists. The display highlights a range of protective apparel and accessories in assorted sizes and materials.

Nelsons Visit Central City Over Easter

Mr and Mrs Andrew Nelson and their son Lyle home from Chicago for Easter drove to Central City Sunday to spend the day with Mr and Mrs James Kasparek and son.

Andrew Nelson Lyle Chicago Central City James Kasparek

Mueller Krumbach Wedding Dance At Parish Hall

Wedding dance announced at parish hall in Shelby on Tuesday April 6 with Swing Kings and Gene Peiter directing. Admission 60 cents with tax included.

Shelby Swing Kings Gene Peiter

Olson Family Visits Sutton and Osceola Then Heads to Swisshome

Mr and Mrs Orval Olson and daughters traveled from Sutton and Osceola after two weeks with relatives and continued on to Swisshome Oregon for their next destination.

Orval Olson Swisshome Oregon Sutton and Osceola

Gambtes Have A Good Supply Of Tools And Sockets

Local shop reports a solid stock of tools socket sets and electric motors available for pickup customers. The store emphasizes variety and ready availability for hobbyists professionals and do it yourself projects.

Easter Guests at Villa Marig Academy in Minnesota

Rachel Elis of Villa Marig Academy Frontinac Minnesota spends Easter holidays with her mother Mus Roselle Ellis. Guests include Mr and Mrs Harold Anderson and Mr and Mrs Darrell Barnes of Omaha. Also promotes Salsbury Par O San disinfectant for brooder houses sold by Crouse Tex Drug Co.

Rachel Elis Villa Marig Academy Frontinac Minnesota Mus Roselle Ellis Harold Anderson Darrell Barnes Omaha Ellis Salsbury Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Funeral for William C. Logan Held in Peabody

Mrs. T. J. Merrick accompanied by the Logans and Mrs. Fred Johnson of Shelby attended the funeral of William C. Logan 61 who died March 25 in Peabody Kansas. Services were held Easter Day. He was a son of James Logan and nephew of Mrs. Merrick.

T. J. Merrick Wallace Logan Wayne Fred Johnson Shelby Peabody Kansas William C. Logan James Logan

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