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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1882
Page
3
A miscellany of Polk County items outlines farm equipment sales at Hazlewood and Brents, school notices, church plans, and local migration. Mentions Osceola licensing discussions, new subscriptions to the Record, and residents like Minnie Annibil, J. J. Calkins, and R. Wheeler.
Report from CO. CG Courier notes Polk County farmers organize a non-partisan alliance independent of the Park County group. Members will include practical operatives and many from Hivery, Osceola, and Lincoln area relocations. The Record welcomes the move while noting some members pursue office.
GAR post at headquarters requests members to meet next Saturday evening the 15th for important business. Post Commander I F Kewnbry and Adjutant T M Bett preside.
A local business leader suggests farmers unite to burn off the previous crop to destroy chinch bugs. The plan, described as good, is hoped to be carried out in each locality to curb the pest problem.
The new school board organized with J. F. Campbell as Moderator Geo W Gregg as Secretary and A Mills as Treasurer The following teachers were elected for a three month term J L Makeever principal Miss Crookham intermediate and Miss Inez Grove primary The principal will receive 105 per month the intermediate 50 and the primary 40 The board voted to begin school next Monday
George Clark aged about 25 was killed by a lightning strike while sheltering under a tree near a bridge on the Blue River in Hackberry precinct. The bolt burned the left side of his head, traced a path down the body, and his hat was torn. his brother Tiberty was shocked and horses were knocked down. The body was buried at Cox Cemetery on Saturday.
Death touches Stromsboro as Willie Query is buried after John Query's family mourns. George Clark is killed by lightning. Pap Thornton's new home nears completion. Sam Wood lifts a 489 lb emery in his blacksmith shop. Depot groceries total 10 600 lbs with $1 732.59 net sales reported for Saturday. Stromsburg shows steady two year growth and expects continued rise with demand. New baby announced and suffrage contest seen. Miss Gray to stay as principal teacher, Knobs defeat noted, potential student openings by term end.
The State Journal is challenged over coverage of the Wahoo Independent and Omaha Journal on the Woman Suffrage convention in Lincoln. Proponents defend the gathering as able and valuable, noting 92 attendees the second day and 147 by the end, with many delegates and visitors from distant towns. A Senate resolution for a standing committee on woman’s rights passed, with a near party-line vote in the House follows.
The undersigned invites scaled bids for carpenter work on the Swede Home Lutheran Church. Bids accepted until May 1 at 3 oclock. Plans and specifications available at the parsonage, 6 miles west and 1 mile south of Osceola, Nebraska. April 13, 1832. Rev. J A Nordling.
The list shows jurors drawn for the May 16th start of the Sa term of district court. Names include Levi Cunningham James Donely Geo Clark Charles Racine and many others such as Dora Paisley Joseph Burley F L Lorn Keene Ludden Rufus Burritt James Gilbert J V Benson and John Headdle among the contenders.
Local classified items list offerings and names in Osceola Nebraska. Includes horse sale brood mare quality work animal and a carriage painter shop west of Myer's building. Also mentions a miscreant "Worse Tailor and cheater in mule jewelry" and a public square reference.
Florestan Cologne expresses gratitude to invalids for a fragrance described as refreshing yet not sickening, distinguishing it from typical perfumes in its aroma and effect.
Just received another lot of Milford Mills flour described as superior with brands Sho Go and Kolhanna noted among the offerings. The message uses promotional phrasing and lists product names without further context.
Pasture costs set at 2.50 and cattle at 1.50 for a five month season. Location three miles east of Stromsburg, forty four miles south of Osceola. Contact 302 J. Ross.
Dr P Richmond is now fully established in the Whaley building on the west side square. All wishing dental work will do well to give him a call.
A statement disclaims responsibility for any debts or contracts Otto Auer may incur, directed at third parties. The signer asserts their act limits liability and states where they reside.
The product, made from cat fur materials and designed to address fading and thinning hair, is marketed as an elegant and reliable hair restorative attaining the highest rank.
80 acres under good cultivation with solid improvements and a good young team. Located 1 mile northeast of Osceola Nebraska. Easy terms. For inquiries contact Otoe? No, the listing says Osceola, Neb. Address Kenry Snider, Osceola.
A rancher offers to keep a herd on his place this season with salt, good water, and ample supply. Rates are stated as reasonable and the location is 30 St Joris Hepnaan in Town Section 10, Township 15, Range 2.
Estray sow shoat spotted black and white about six months old was taken up in Orceola Nebraska around March 25. Owner may recover by proving property, paying expenses and this notice. J. H. Wabny. 2931
To the Public of Polk and Adjoining Counties Dr F Saxenberer has moved from Shelby to Osceola Neb and will treat the sick promptly day and night. He specializes in female diseases and related disorders. Call at Auer's Restaurant Osceola Neb. Also Milligan's Condition powders sold at Snider Baum Onecaola at 3 lbs for 1.00. L A Beltzer offers groceries including dried fruits and flour. Lut Dentistry by J N Torone will operate in Shelby on 10th 11th and 12th each month with dental work and extractions at office with Dr Inks.
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