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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1951
Page
5
Polk county 4 H clubs report a successful Seward camp for 30 members with county and state staff supervision. The 1951 fair introduces new events including a Dairy Beef Sheep judging contest and extended ribbon awards. The 4 H riding contest follows the 4 H parade on August 23 with Grand Championship selections planned.
Mr and Mrs Ross Robbins and daughter Sharon of Dayton Ohio and Henry Robbins of Itha are mentioned in a Swede Home news item. The fragment notes a family connection or event but lacks further details.
In 1845 Col. Stephen Watts Kearny led 250 troops on a two and a half month presence along the Oregon and Santa Fe trails through Nebraska. The aim was to protect emigrants, impress Native peoples with military force, and keep the route open. Thomas Fitzpatrick guided the expedition.
Mr and Mrs Ollie Schneider and sons plan a three week western states vacation. Crouse Tex Drug Co promotes nylon hose in all sizes and colors. Don Ray Byers and Mary moved to Columbus. Don recently with the gas company. Local hosts honored Sidney Sigler at a Sunday supper with Mr and Mrs Donald Jensen and Mr and Mrs Raymond Kepner. Over 1000 attended the IOOF picnic at York. Gideons from Polk visited Rest Manor. Barbara Klingman celebrated her fourth birthday with a party at home. Electric fans sold by Crouse Tex Drug Co. Janice Sandin returned to Omaha after a two week home vacation. The Treadway daughters visited grandparents while parents in Omaha. Lincoln guests visited Jack Malek home. others from Columbus and Central City attended. Vern Hamilton spent days at Lake Ericson. New shades in nylon hose at Steeples.
At Fort Laramie Colonel Kearny held a Sioux council to announce a road to the setting sun and warn against whiskey. He distributed presents after Bull Tail pledged obedience as howitzers fired for the emigrants. he later noted a growing trail with 850 men 475 women 1000 children 7000 cattle 400 horses and mules and 460 wagons nearing South Pass.
Dr. R. W. Wilhelmi visited the S. W. Calhoun and Fred Wieseman homes Monday. He was traveling from Denver to Omaha where he will be associated with Dr. Hull.
Crouse Tex lists prices for Martin Senours paints suited to local climate applications.
Miss Otelia Johnson visited friends in Lincoln over the weekend. Miss Edith Allinder returned to Osceola with her and will spend time visiting friends and relatives there.
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Sarow and Mrs. Ida Ferris were Friday evening supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Sandin and Janice.
Mr and Mrs Morris Richards and family and Mr and Mrs J H Gustafson were Sunday guests at the Emerald Gustafson home in York.
Bill Kepner accompanied Mr and Mrs Donald Jensen to their Lincoln home for a brief vacation stint. The note promotes Sealtest ice cream in pint bricks and half gallon bulk sizes from Crouse-Tex Drug Co.
Mr and Mrs Albert F Ander son and Mr and Mrs Rudolf Sandin and Janice spent Monday evening with Mr and Mrs Larry Johnston and baby, sharing a social visit in the community.
Lloyd Timm of Calloway came to Osceola Saturday and took his mother Mrs. Mark Timm home with him for a visit.
Mr and Mrs Wm Mouden and Marjorie visited Geneva on Monday. Marjorie stayed to visit relatives for several days, while the Moudens returned later.
Steeples showcases fresh hand painted towel sets in vibrant designs. Shoppers are invited to browse a curated collection featuring bold patterns and premium fabrics.
Mr. and Mrs. Phil Nyberg and daughters visited Central City with Mrs Nyberg's brother Harold Hanson and his Gilter family for a Sunday picnic at Riverside Park.
Mr and Mrs DeVern Rodene hosted a Sunday supper for Kathy Jans third birthday. Attending were Mr and Mrs Wesley Koehler and family, Mr and Mrs Harry Rodene and Bonnie, and Melvin McGimpsey of Shelvy.
Mr and Mrs Rudolf Sandin and Janice were Sunday evening visitors at the Herman Carlson home, sharing a social call and friendly conversation.
Mrs. C. G. Delfs of Lincoln was a weekend guest here of Mrs. Mark Timm and Mrs. A. J. Manthey.
Richard E. Smith of Omaha spent the weekend with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Smith, enjoying time together.
Mrs Rudolf Sandin and Janice called on Thursday afternoon at the Albert Pierson residence for a social visit.
Osceola farmers and ranchers are urged to consider a Federal Land Bank loan offering 4 percent interest with up to 40 years to repay. The ad promises payments aligned with yearly income and no penalty for early full repayment.
Our sincere thanks and appreciation for the thoughtfulness and many kindnesses shown during our recent sorrow. Mattie M. Banks The Banks and Merrick families.
Dayton and Mrs. Don Jarmin thank neighbors friends and Rebekah Lodge Sisters for cards flowers gifts and calls during hospitalization and after returning home. They also thank Sisters of St Francis Hospital and Dr Delfs for their care.
Miss Valeria Schott of Omaha visited at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs Joe Schott and family over the weekend. Crouse- Edward D Schnasse and family of Wakefield returned Monday from a Colorado vacation and will spend the rest of their vacation at the Charles Lytle home in Polk and with Mr and Mrs E A Schnasse and Lydia Englehardt here.
Mr and Mrs Merlin Tusler and their Minneapolis baby visited Mrs Earl Miley and family. They travelled Friday to Sturley Kansas for the funeral of an uncle of Mrs Tusler and Mrs Miley.
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