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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1923
Page
2
The article argues recognition of Russia should await assurances on property rights and mutual trade confidence. It contends Russia’s non production and property disputes undermine trade, and that diplomatic ties won’t fix these core issues. It warns against misleading the public into supporting recognition.
The article notes a Nebraska state shortfall growing from two to four million dollars. It criticizes Governor Bryan for pushing a single plan for reorganization while portraying the financial issue as a looming crisis. The piece frames the administration’s messaging as an adverse campaign tactic.
A Nebraska investigation finds no $4 million shortfall from the code system and expects a balanced treasury after July 1. Democratic lawmakers sought more time to verify, while critics say the governor’s $34 million shortage claim has not been proven. The issue raises broader questions about pledged reforms and fiscal accuracy.
The ten million dollar soldier bonus bill stalled in the senate after passing the house by a wide margin. Keck of Polk County opposed it, reportedly making a speech but not voting on roll call. The measure sought a 1924 referendum to place responsibility with voters, echoing a prior 1922 effort linked to a two million dollar veterans’ appropriation.
The United States Department of Agriculture reports a national decline in average farm wages for October to January. Day laborers earn $1.98 without board and $1.47 with board. monthly farm labor averages range from $40.30 without board to $27.81 with board. Highest and lowest regional rates are shown for night and day wages with board.
A satirical piece critiques Keck of Polk County for a nine inch catfish bill reducing legal catch size from eleven inches. It mocks the legislative focus and questions who influenced the measure while noting potential relief for farmers and implied penalties for chicken thieves.
Ten pounds of crushed rock placed at the base of the common barberry shrub aids in stopping its spread. Wheat rust is cited as an effective method in the eradication effort led by J. H. Muncie in town.
An advertisement offers a $60 reward if the product fails to grow hair and claims it cures dandruff and scalp troubles. It promotes the World’s Greatest Hair Grower by Prof. M. & Croese, with a 1.75 value jar and agents wanted at 48 Loges Ave, Winnipeg, Man.
In Polk County Nebraska creditors are directed to file claims by July 20 1923 and debts payable by April 20 1934. The county judge will hear claims on April 20 1923 June 20 1923 and July 20 1923 at 10 a m in the county court room to examine and adjust all filed claims. Mar 17 1928. F H Ball County Judge
April 12 event features a parent teachers entertainment at the auditorium to raise funds for the school. Organizers promise performances by students and staff, with proceeds supporting classroom programs and supplies.
Fully equipped battery and service station in a county seat town in Wyoming. Carries a distributor contract for a top battery brand. Exclusive electric shop in the territory. Price covers inventory less freight. Owner can expand to other western locations. Inquiries to Battery care Record Osceola Nebr.
A teacher asks Jimmy to distinguish hu anan from humuane. He replies with a parable about two candies and a hungry dog, noting that giving the dog the second piece is humane while throwing a stone at him would be human.
A playful ditty riffs on time and clocks, noting that moving a clock forward can simultaneously be right and wrong. It repeats a humorous phrase about eleven hours forward creating a paradoxical correction and error.
A Washington Star excerpt shows Cactus Joe insisting the poker game must continue to keep Crimson Gulchers employed, arguing many won’t work unless they are broke. The exchange mocks policy rhetoric tying gambling to employment and economic policy.
A stern teacher warns Tommy to behave or face punishment. Outside, Tommy tells four friends that the teacher threatened to marry him if he misbehaves, reflecting a capricious schoolyard dynamic.
Tremendous stock of Army Munson shoes offered direct to public at 2.75 dollars. 100 percent leather with sewn and nailed double soles. waterproof chrome leather uppers. Sizes 6 to 11 all widths. Pay on receipt or money order. Money back if unsatisfied. Address 1441 Broadway New York City.
The Man from Mars asks why many people in the streets groan in pain. The terrestrial host answers they are victims of motormania.
In a brisk exchange the diplomat warns IT must get a platform and cites vested interests as a political trap. The dialogue portrays ongoing confabs and polished Tomblish phrases masking rough intentions and limited substantive issues.
A witty exchange contrasts indoor leisure with long evenings spent reading summer resort literature. The dialogue highlights suburban life and casual culture.
A bookseller tests a job applicant by asking how to handle an unavailable volume. The applicant replies that he would book the order and then order the book, showing practical problem solving.
The dialogue presents Adam declaring love to Eve while she sniffs and questions a woman in the land of nod. He dismisses it as a summer flirtation and refers to it as a forefather’s casual past.
In a dramatic exchange the author notes the death scene is very trying while an actress admits the moment is terribly strenuous and nearly fatal.
A husband lists his flaws and defects, while his wife retorts that he already knows a great deal about them. The exchange captures a biting, humorously caustic moment in a domestic quarrel.
A brief exchange contrasts intolerance and tolerance with a skeptical stance. The dialogue suggests a person cannot be tolerant toward someone deemed intolerant, sparking a discussion on limits of tolerance.
Flubb asks if you understand psychology as Dubb admits doubt after a tense poker night. A casual exchange centers on insight into behavior, decision making, and perception under pressure.
The article centers on a market issue faced by the Kekimos as it notes excess commodities and a lack of strategy to market them. It discusses the challenge of turning possessions into profitable products and hints at mismanagement or unfamiliarity with selling techniques. The tone remains practical and businesslike.
Dialogue shows Mrs Mengitt pressing for advanced placement for her daughter while Poe Registrar confirms she will begin in the freshman class. The exchange highlights tensions over class placement and exposure to higher level peers.
National Bay State Ghee Co markets 122000 pairs of U. S. Army Munson shoes in sizes 5% to 12 as surplus stock from a major government contractor. Described as solid leather, dark tan, bellows tongue, waterproof, valued at $6.00, offered to the public at $2.95 with cash-on-delivery or money order and refunds if not as represented. Address 296 Broadway, New York, N.Y.
In the County Court of Polk Nebraska the estate of Clara V Miller Deceased notices for debts due dates are given with hearings set for June 27 1923 and July 27 1923 at 10 A M daily to receive examine hear allow or adjust all duly filed claims against the estate Dated March 23 1928 with subsequent dates March 29 April 5 12 and 19
In the County Court of Polk County Nebraska the estate of Hedda Fredrickson deceased will hear and adjust all claims and objections filed. Sessions set for April 27 1923 June 27 1923 and July 27 1928 at 10 A M in the County Court Room to receive examine and determine debts and claims. Dated March 8 1923 County Judge H Ball.
Dr Johnson provides prompt medical care day or night from an office above a Variety Store on South Side Square. The snippet notes him as a physician and surgeon with responsive service.
Polk County Nebraska estate of Law son Shaw hearing set for May 15 1923 to determine license to sell enough real estate to pay debts mortgage and administration costs. Notice to interested parties via Osceola Record four weeks. Judge L S Hastings presiding. Apr 5 12 19 26.
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