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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1946
Page
4
The Osceola Nebraska post office records reflect the arrival of Polk County's oldest newspaper under the 1879 act. Local officials note the historical significance and ongoing community distribution. The edition marks continuity of local press in the region.
Fire at noon Saturday completely destroyed the Braithwaite home on the Conwell farm now owned by Theodore Gruntz after a defective flue in the kitchen. The family escaped with most belongings on the tower floors, while cellar and upstairs contents were a total loss.
Osceola Commercial students earned top places at Crete Saturday in advanced typewriting Irma Hastings second with 67.46 wpm Wisie Gissler fifth at 52.72 wpm and the spelling team Koehler Engelhamlt Zang placed fifth. Three Malek children injured in bicycle accident Richard torn knee ligament Donald and Blaine with broken legs hospitalized. LeVina Herrmann named representative girl of O H S awarded medal and DC trip consideration. John Zang enlisted in the cavalry at Fort Meade SD.
The Army announces the birth of Norman Gene Berggren on March 2. L. M. Merrick files for County Judge on nonpolitical ballot. Phyllis Swanson, daughter of Albert and Mrs Swanson, underwent surgery at a Columbus hospital and has suffered pneumonia earlier this winter.
The Brown family thanks friends and neighbors for helping prepare their house and assist with the move in. They acknowledge that the help made the work much easier.
Mrs. Ord Wallace expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for flowers cards and letters received during her hospital stay praising their help in making it more cheerful.
Mrs. Andrew Nelson extends heartfelt thanks for cards letters and flowers received during her recent illness in hospital expressed to all who remembered her.
We thank our many friends for cards, flowers and gifts on our 55th wedding anniversary. MR. and MRS. LOUIS SCHOLZ.
John Staroscik and spouse bought the Hurst residence in the southwest, with no immediate moving plans. A.A.A. field supervisor Staroscik was joined by Agnes Newcomer visiting Dr. Hill’s and Hattie. Delores Carman Virginia Schmoker and a friend vacationed with families. Gary Rodene marked his second birthday with a party hosted by Mrs. DeVern Rodene. Bernice Brown ill, Mrs. John Wisely and Marilyn of Medford Oregon visiting the Browns. Ride-A-Wees hosted by Mrs. R. M. McDonald Friday night.
Osceola residents are reminded this is Cleanup Week and urged to tidy properties. The city will remove piled refuse free of charge via the City Disposal Truck.
Classified notices list multiple items for sale including a 17-jewel South Bend Watch from R. H. Waite, a 17 ft grain binder with new binding head, evergreen strawberry plants and rhubarb roots from Avalon Cottage, a 6-room modern house west of Phillips Oil Station, Lincoln Brome Grass Seed, a 38 Ford Truck 1% ton with Mercury motor, a J D Disc and Dempster Hay Stacker, and a purebred Black Angus bull from Adolph Kresha Jr. Osceola Nebraska listings include local dealers Walstead Bros and others.
Roselawn Nursery of Columbus Nebraska advertises early orders for apple trees 4 to 6 feet tall with caliper 7 16 to 9 16 and offers six trees for 5 dollars 45 cents. Stock described as scarce and best quality.
In the matter of Bernard Albert Thomas deceased the administrator Peter Edward Badie filed a final account and petition for final settlement and heirship decree. Hearing set for April 19 1946 at 10 a m. before County Court with contest allowed. Dated March 25 1946. County Judge L M Merrick seal.
In Polk County Nebraska a petition for probate of the Last Will and Codicil of Mary J Levander deceased has been filed. The court sets a hearing for April 26 1946 at 10:00 am. A. Isaacson is named administrator with will annexed. County Judge dated April 1 1946.
The State of Nebraska to all persons interested in the estate of Hannah Johnson notice is given that a petition has been filed for appointment of D. R. Byers as Administrator. Hearing set for April 19, 1946 at 10:00 A.M. Dated March 28, 1946 by L. M. Merrick County Judge.
The State of Nebraska informs creditors of Minnie C Swanson deceased that a county court hearing will be held July 20, 1946 to hear, adjust and allow claims filed against the estate. Claims must be filed by July 19, 1946 or be barred. Dated March 22, 1946. County Judge.
The City of Osceola acting through its President of Council and City Council approved on March 7 1946 the sale of Lot 1 Block 12 Smiths Fifth Addition to Walter J Herbes and Margaret M Herbes as joint tenants with right of survivorship for 100. A remonstrance by legal electors equal to 30 percent of last election may block the sale within 20 days.
In the County Court of Albert P. Nelson deceased the court will hear and allow all claims against the estate. All claimants must file by July 26, 1946 or they will be barred. Dated March 29, 1946. County Judge.
Osceola Volunteer Fire Department and City Council invite sealed bids for a fire department truck chassis 168 inch wheel base with enclosed cab and 32 by 6 10 ply tires. Bids due April 9 1946 at City Clerk office. open bids by city officials and James Gibbins chief. Only authorized dealers may bid and rejection rights reserved.
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