Parker to Coach Osceola Next Fall
Gerald Parker of Crete Nebraska has been chosen by the Osceola High School board to lead the athletics program next year. He brings seven years of football track and basketball experience and will study coaching under Shulte and Rockne this summer.
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Seneral
Osceola High School
Board of Education
Gerald Parker
Crete
Nebr
Parker
Doane College
University of Nebraska
The
Cornhuskers
Montana
State University
Nebraska
Shulte and Rockne
Osceola
Polk County
Auxiliary Moves to Aid Children of War Veterans
The American Legion Auxiliary plans constructive relief for children of dead and disabled World War veterans. With limited funds, they focus on helping families to become self supporting, prioritizing full orphans and children without local aid, while securing emergency funds and employment for mothers or disabled fathers.
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American Legion Auxiliary
Auxiliary
National Child Welfare Committee
American Legion
Legion and Auxiliary
Shelby Adopts Sunday Shows and Baseball
Shelby residents vote by about 40 to permit Sunday shows and Sunday baseball. Shelby is the only Polk County town allowing Sunday entertainments and games.
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Shelby
Polk County
Polk County Social and Church Notes Highlight Local Events
Polk area gatherings include the Woolover and Fulton families hosted by the Petersons, a Polk Woman's Club meeting with Grace Stevens winning a travel prize, and ongoing Union Revival meetings at the Baptist Church led by Miss Heefner and Miss Sudenga. Various locals visit Stromsburg, Columbus, and Osceola. a new baby is welcomed by Orlie and a death occurs for Mrs. Erickson of Hordville. A tax notice outlines the House Roll 421 intangible tax changes and filing requirements.
Easter Breakfast Honors Miss Elouise Beatty
Mrs. A. A. Beatty hosted an Easter Breakfast for her daughter Miss Elouise Beatty. The 16 guests at four tables enjoyed a three course meal with pink and yellow decor and a yellow jonquil wedding blossom revealing Miss Beatty’s upcoming marriage to Lester H. Urbach of Harvard Nebr. on May 20.
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A. A. Beatty
Elouise Beatty
Miss Beatty
Lester H. Urbach
Harvard
Nebr
Beatrice Couple Relocate to Osceola Property
Mrs. Don Amphenour of Beatrice and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Leseur moved last week to the Cox property in south Osceola.
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Don Amphenour
Beatrice
Jack Leseur
Cox
Sunday Baseball Defeated In City Election Vote Split
Voters Tuesday defeated Sunday baseball referendum in a city election with 76 of 136 south ward ballots against 39 of 96 in the south. North ward backed the measure 11 to 0. Jay Hastings and Matt Sterup won city council seats as no opposition appeared. Police magistrate race tied with four votes for each candidate John Albin and Gus Gray. School election totals: George Bond 137 M A Mills 123 John I Anderson 101.
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North Ward
South Ward
Jay Hastings
Matt Sterup
John Albin
Gus Gray
George Bond
M. A. Mills
John I. Anderson
Fifty Percent Increase in 4H Club Work
The Record announces a new series on the 1929 4 H club program in this county and Nebraska noting a 50 percent rise in enrollments and sustained quality. County Agent Kelly leads the effort with local leaders to inform readers about the program and its aim for a better community through youth work.
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the Record
Nebraska
Kelly
How to Clean Windows with Simple Home Methods
Spring cleaning tips describe lint free cleaning with a chamois skin and ammonia solution. For very dirty panes a paste of whiting and ammonia is advised to scrub and dry, then wipe. Kerosene cleans but must be rinsed off to avoid streaks. newspapers can wick moisture and save cloths. outside panes require a long pole brush and a rubber dryer for thorough drying.
Easter Services and Local Happenings in Stromsburg
Miss Helen Lund and Edna Olson visited with families last Sunday amid Easter church services. Dr. George A. Flippin has returned home from Omaha hospital, improving but still very ill. Alfred Bobery buried in Stromsburg cemetery with Union Pacific officials among mourners. Edward Hamilton attended, former conductor and now assistant to the general manager. Mrs. Andrew Lund recovering from appendicitis surgery at home. George W. Sterling visited his son and daughter in Omaha. Woman's Club executive committee met to discuss city interests. M D Strong and A B Hed bloom traveled to Lincoln. No 16 graveling progresses. Blue River bridge west of Highway 81 nearly ready for cement. Headman to build Blue River bridge west of Meridian Highway to connect farm with gravel road No 66. Modern Woodmen nearby at Osceola. State convention to meet in Lincoln to elect delegates for Chicago National convention in May.
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Helen Lund
State University
George A. Flippin
Omaha
Edna Olson
Leigh
Nebr
Alfred Bobery
Clarks
Stromsburg
Union Pacific
Bobery
Edward Hamilton
Andrew Lund
York
George W. Sterling
Woman’s Club
M. D. Strong
A. B. Hedbloom
Lincoln
No. 16
Blue River Bridge
Osceola
Chicago
Stromsburg approves $100000 bond for new school building
The Stromsburg vote carried 27 to pass a $100000 bond for a modern school structure on or near the current grade school site. The existing building, in use over forty years, will be replaced while grades up to seventh move to the remodeled high school. Other election results include councilmen Richard Nelson and John P Carlson and school board members E C Nordlund and Dr M D Strong.
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Stromsburg
Richard Nelson
John P. Carlson
M A Hartson died in Osceola after long illness
Mrs M A Hartson born December 12 1866 in Rochester Iowa died March 30 1929 at age 60 years 3 months 18 days at Osceola Nebraska She was married to Melvin A Hartson in 1882 they had seven children three died in infancy The family moved from Iowa to Nebraska in 1885 Funeral services were held at the Osceola Methodist Church with interment in Shelby cemetery She leaves her husband three children Roy E Floyd M Homer E and three sisters and one brother.
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Belle Carney
Rochester
Cedar County
Iowa
Osceola
T. J
Isabelle Carney
Melvin A. Hartson
Roy E
Shelby
Floyd M
Homer E
Ann Nixon
Margaret Hart
Wilmot
S. Dak
Mary Lynn
Tipton
Marion Carney
Norton
Kansas
Nebraska
Rihing City
Polk County
M. E. Church
Methodist
Easter Services Shine Across Three Churches
Easter day drew large crowds as Methodist Presbyterian and St Paul churches held special services. flowers and Easter lilies enhanced the decor while the Methodist choir presented a cantata Cross and Crown and welcomed new members.
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Methodist Church
K. A. Cornish
Maple Leaf Club Meets at Mrs Burrel Fox Home
The Maple Leaf Club gathers Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs Burrel Fox. A kitchen shower honored Mrs Delmar Johnson who received many Nice and useful gifts. Harold Wieseman returns to Hastings school duties after a week with his parents. Vaughn Hendrickson breaks an arm while crank ing a car. Rev Friday visited the community on Friday. L E Miller and wife with Arthur Mattie and Ruth visited Tekamah Neb and returned Monday. Adolph Grossnicklaus and family visited Columbus on Sunday. Valley M E Church Ladies Missionary Society postponed meeting due to Catherine Fr iday s illness. Burrell Fox hosts Sunday visitors Harry Musselman wife Osceola. Alfred Grossnicklaus with Adolph Grossnicklaus were Grand Island callers on Monday.
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Maple Leaf Club
Burrel Fox
Delmar Johnson
L. E. Miller
Arthur
Mattie
Ruth
Tekamah
Nebr
Adolph Grossnicklaus
Columbus
Ladies Missionary Society of the Valley
M. E. Church
G. J
Catherine
Burrell Fox
Harry Musselman
Osceola
Alfred Grossnicklaus
Grand Island
Former Stromsburg Man Appointed State Capitol Investigator
Lester Buckley of Lincoln, formerly of Stromsburg, has been named the accountant for the State Capitol investigation. He is the son of the late Frank Buckley and brother of Mrs Leonard Nelson and Margaret and Mary Buckley. Buckley, born in Stromsburg, attended local schools and the State University before opening an Lincoln office in the Terminal Building. He has earned a reputation as one of the state’s most successful accountants.
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Lester Buckley
Lincoln
Stromsburg
State Capitol
Buckley
Frank Buckley
Leonard Nelson
Margaret and
Mary Buckley
The
State University
Card of Thanks Expressing gratitude after bereavement
We express sincere thanks for the kindness shown by neighbors and friends in our bereavement. M. A. Hartson and Family.
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M. A. Hartson
Jersey Giant Hatching Eggs For Sale
Jersey Giant hatching eggs offered for sale by Mrs. E. M. Watts at four dollars per hundred. Doorstep service available through Wilkens Cleaners. Phone 35.
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Jersey
E. M. Watts
Wilkens Cleaners
Community News Highlights From Shelby Nebraska
Local residents attend visits and gatherings as Oliver Hall’s body returns for burial in Graceland Cemetery. Mrs. Bland, Jake LaMunyon and others are noted for health, travel, and social events. a string of Easter activities, club meetings, and school happenings fill Shelby and nearby towns.
Stop Toe Picking in Chicks With Diet and Exercise
Cannibalism in chicks links to protein shortage in mash. Provide fresh meat like liver and heart sparingly. Increase exercise with a large scratching pan. Avoid concentrated rations by adding bulky feed such as germinated oats. A small salt amount in water may curb cravings and cannibalistic traits.
For Sale Buff Orpington Cockerels and Eggs
Frank H. Andersen of Osceola Nebraska advertises for sale buff Orpington cockerels and setting eggs. Contact phone 34 for arrangements.
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Frank H. Andersen
Osceola
Nebr
First National Bank of Osceola 1929 Financial Statement
The bank reports assets totaling 559 279 22 with loans 199 322 87 and deposits 478 492 03. Capital stock 25 000 00 surplus 25 000 00 undivided profits 4 231 98 and reserves 1 158 05. For Polk County Nebraska J A F Nuquist cashier swears to truth of figures April 1 1929.
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Polk
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Fulton
Polk Woman’s Club
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Sudenga
R. J. Allison
Anna Beckman
R. L. Peterson
Alice Myres
Central City
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R. L. Smith
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Alice
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Orlie Miller
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Clay Center
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Ames Lindburg
Olson
Lewis Beckman
Arnold Beckman
Aug. Nelson
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Lillie Lind
Crow
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Missioner
George H. Bond
South Osceola
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Ke. C. Nordlund
Presbyterian Church
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G.W. Bland
Oliver Hall
Princeton
Graceland
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Jake LaMunyon
David City
Teresa
Alois Kosch
J. W. Goetz
Fred Albers
D. C. Cole
Jennie Hattel
Octavia
Dr. Meyers
Robert Inness
Shelby Hospital
Charlie Cunningham
Orland
California
Levi Cunningham
Hope Circle
United Brethern Church
May Rasp
Violet
John Rasp
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Lioyt Meyers
Leland Home
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Ruby
Bertha
St. Michael
George Seery
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Boelus
Arnold Leland
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Howard Collins
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Oliver Craig
Baby
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Hubert Thelen
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Burham Miller
G. L. Spalding
Gresham
Ening
Eastern Star Lodge
Shelby School Board
Martin Fosebender
Hachel Barker
Isabelle and
Evelyn
Herbert Schren
Gost
Rudy Schinzel
Rising City
Jennie Sidwell
Marion
Osceola Woman's Club
I. D. Huston
Leon Merrick
Woman's Club
Wymore
Osceola Woman’s Club
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Clyde Smith
Cilies
Lloyd Timm
W. W. Norton
George Humphrey
A. F. Nuquist
Raymond Kepner
Louise Frasier
Alta Grossnicklaus
Woodgatherer
Mildred Craven
Carol LeMar
Guar
Dian
D. H. Kunkel
George Berck
Walter Calhoun
Yenne
First National Bank
U. S. Government
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Barking House
Federa Reserve Bank
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D. Mills
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