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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1922
Page
1
The piece voices mixed public reaction after Fatty Arbuckle’s release from jail. It credits Bill Hays with steering the industry away from Arbuckle comedies, arguing the film world has progressed without him and condemning any return as an insult to American families. The column broadens to critique Hollywood’s moral direction and censorship.
A dated notice urges use of a home mixed poison paste to control ground squirrels. It lists exact starch based formula with strychnine and sugar, to coat oats for bait, and notes local druggists who will prepare quart quantities for buyers. County agent promotes cautious, nonpublic dissemination of the recipe.
Twenty Polk county Poland China breeders met at Osceola to form a county association promoting the breed. Gilbert Johnson was elected president, Harry Holcomb vice president, Hugo Olsen secretary-treasurer, and Lynn Sheldon named to organize a Poland China pig club show with a $50 purse, to be held in Osceola on September 29 1922.
In Osceola the Polk County Democrat editor BE Walrath was knocked down by James McLaughlin a courthouse worker after an alleged advance on McLaughlin's wife Mrs McLaughlin at Joe Karrer's grocery. Mrs McLaughlin claimed Walrath harassed her in the Democrat office and fled with her husband threatening action.
The Entomology Department of the College of Agriculture reports a successful poisoned oats formula for striped ground squirrels and prairie dogs. After testing many poisons with poor results, the department provides a practical method to control these pests.
About 2000 old bridge planks 3 by 12 by 10 feet will be sold to the highest bidder on Saturday April 29 1922 at 2 PM. Sale held on Little's Island near Havens Bridge. Planks previously used as flooring on the bridge. Board of County Commissioners.
Mrs Harry Davis and Miss Maud Davis traveled to Shelby on Saturday for a brief stay with the family of J. S. Barr.
Grace and Valley churches announce services at the usual hour next Sunday with an invitation to all ages. The Epworth League offers a series on character starting with the soil topic. Lloyd Timm will lead Sunday evening worship. J A Klein is the pastor.
The Community Chorus will convene in the high school auditorium on Monday May 1 at 8 p.m. Dues of 75 cents are due at the meeting and all members are urged to attend and pay.
Six teams join the H S athletic program at Morningside field tomorrow afternoon. Local squad faces Columbus Albion David City Schuyler and Central City in a big day with Columbus rated a fast comer. Osceola urged to attend and support the locals.
The Osceola public schools announce the first May fete under Miss Lois Whitlock with faculty help. No charge is planned and details will appear next week. Students from both grades and high school will participate in a program May 16 featuring processional gifts, queen crowning, dances, and songs with various nation folk dances and a floral drill.
Second Sunday After Haster prayer meeting tonight at 8. Luther League hosts Mattson and Andersons at Mattson’s home May 4 at 8 with debate on youth strength. Ladies Aid meets May 4 at 2 30. Sunday School at 10. Divine Swedish service 11 morning English service 8 evening. Adolf Serenius pastor.
Several women’s units across the country plan meetings next week to discuss summer plans and seek specialist help. Miss Stella Mather of Home Economics will speak and aid unit planning at four sites from May 2 to May 5, with attendance urged from numerous units.
The notice lists filings for county offices including Sheriff D B Potter Oliver Westberg Republicans J F Farris Roy Van Housen Democrats Treasurer Liberty Clark J W Fillman Clerk Roy Cox John Sjobloom Democrats Commissioners B W Dist Andrew Monson Henry Lind N E Dist J A Johansen Representatives Ben Beck Democrats County Sept I D Huston Mary Conway indicate candidates and party labels.
Garland Hanson, a science teacher at the local high school, spent the weekend as a visitor in Central City observing community events and meeting residents.
In county court Judge Ball bound Norbert Laska, his wife and son John Laska to the district court on 1500 dollar bonds after evidence over a still and about 125 gallons of liquor seized by Sheriff D S Potter. John Laska faces peace bonds as well. The trio pleaded not guilty. case tied to March Island seizure.
Daniel Sargent born November 22 1862 in Allen County Indiana died April 20 1922 at age 59 years 4 months 29 days after a life spanning Indiana Missouri and Nebraska. He came west at 12 to Hastings Nebraska then settled in Polk County Nebraska in 1883 guiding a large family with siblings Delia Mary Catherine and others. Funeral held April 21 at 2 30 P M Rev W W Hull officiating pallbearers were nephews William Roy Charles Alva Sargent Roy Parkis and Wm Harrison. Burial in Osceola Cemetery.
Local residents including Mr and Mrs Newton Dexter and Mr and Mrs C H Parkis visited Clyde Willits on Easter. Ruth Imms returned from Lincoln. Joel Calkins spent Saturday in Osceola and attended an Easter Monday dance at Clark s. The Clarks bridge repair progresses as Roy Parkis trips and other neighbors host gatherings and visits.
Patron-Teachers meet Tuesday May 2 at 1 30 P M with program on school improvement led by Mrs Ball. Mrs Nuquist will discuss America in the morning and Rev Serenius shares suggestions for next year. As the last meeting of the year, patrons are urged to attend and be boosters.
The city continues cleanup work with many older tin cans and junk removed. Residents are urged to finish transforming alleys, painting buildings, and removing antiquated nuisances to improve appearance and pride.
Dr and Mrs L M Shaw arrived home after a visit in Omaha, ending their trip. They were greeted by family and reported a pleasant journey with no incidents.
Mrs. Carl W. Smith is ill. Local visits include Osceola, Burlington, and Lincoln. The French Hat Shop sells spring hats. Budd's Jazzing Buddies perform at Polk Friday. War picture Plashes of Action benefits American Legion next Friday. Miss Rosetta Knorr ill with flu. Funeral for Mr. Horn attended. Holm family from North Platte. York High beat Stromsburg 6 2. McCool visitors Friday. C A Peterson moving to York to run a photo gallery. Mission meetings and neighborhood gatherings noted. Young Ladies Mission Circle open meeting Friday. S H P Douglas dies of dropsy. son Frank visits Brainard. Ed Thompson oversees hotel remodeling. more workers likely.
The Stromsburg community learned Tuesday of C F Holm’s death by drinking carbolic acid at Buckley Park. His body was found by caretaker Nels Pierson after a note said he was worried and discouraged. Holm, born in 1872 in Sweden, leaves wife Emma, daughter Martha Lunkley, three sons Winfred Leander and Verlin, and sister Mrs Harry Stroud. Funeral held at Chas Lundgren home with burial in Stromsburg cemetery.
Mrs. Frank Anderson hosted Miss Florence Mentink and her puppy at a Wednesday party for Blanche whose ninth birthday was celebrated with games music and a three course lunch. Guests departed wishing Blanche many more happy birthdays.
Dr. R Bz Parris plans to give up dental practice on doctors advice. He and Mrs Parris will move from Osceola this week to Columbus to enter the Fuller Brush business, aiming for more time away from the office. Friends here regret their departure but wish them well in the new home.
Ed Bernt reports to the Record that he and Mrs. Bernt are moving back to Polk County and will reside in the former home neighborhood this summer though not intending to farm. Their son Fred has managed the home place since they left for Columbus two years ago and is doing well. Mrs. Bernt’s health is improved though not at its best.
Mr and Mrs Thompson plan to relocate to Stromburg next week to monitor progress on a building set to be ready for occupancy by July 1st. Their move aims to ensure close contact with the development timeline and construction updates.
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