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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1924
Page
4
The Record urges readers to engage in campaign discussion and accepts reader submissions while noting editoral rights. It endorses Coolidge and Dawes, critiques Democrats for tariff and policy, and dismisses the third party as radical and disruptive.
Agricultural College Lincoln reports optimal Sudan grass hay yield per acre occurs at the healing stage of cutting. Early cuts reduce both total yield and feeding value. young plants have higher protein ash and fat while mature stems become woody and less palatable. Well cured Sudan hay is fair but lower in protein than alfalfa or clovers and curing may be hard in bad weather.
The writer argues that large foreign element groups in mining districts are led to vote for LaFollette by crafty leaders like Foster. He warns that LaFollette’s success would push the US toward a sovietized state, while stressing that the majority should decide between that path and an American republic.
A local editor recalls using the town pool on a hot day and losing underwear from the dressing room. The incident prompts a call for improved pool security such as lockers or a check system to safeguard belongings while visitors cool off.
National Mazda lamps are offered for sale through the Hassler Drug Company in the local trade paper. The listing notes stock availability and pricing details for customers seeking reliable illumination products.
The article argues that Eugene V. Debs and the Socialist Party leaders back La Follette and Wheeler, depicting Debs as a longtime socialist propagandist and listing party figures allied with the campaign. It alleges ties to Moscow and calls the La Follette Wheeler ticket a front for reds and revolutionists.
The article advises butter should be churned when the cream is between 52 and 60 degrees. If warmer, avoid adding cold water or ice and instead cool the cream. Churning should take 30 to 40 minutes with no shortcuts to quality butter.
The speaker argues that peace does not come from denying history lessons. Unpreparedness does not prevent war and peacetime nonchalance increases losses and hardships for citizens who rally to defend the nation. General Pershing is cited as part of the army's purpose.
The La Foilei tieret will be called the Progressive party with the Liberty Bell as its emblem. The National Republican condemns the symbol as cracked and chides farmers over debates on more extensive farming. A farmer’s long days from 3 a.m. to 11 p.m. illustrate the grind behind calls for more intensive farming.
The text questions the surge of socialists and radical groups aligning with the La Follette standard and asks what has happened to the Farmer-Labor movement. It hints at shifting political alliances and the evolving landscape of early 20th century progressive politics.
A company president welcomes a confident college graduate seeking a position with optimism and humor, urging not to leave after a rejection and promising an opening for a bright energetic candidate.
The year state fair in Lincoln runs August 31 to September 5 with livestock as a major feature. Dairy beef cattle draft horses swine sheep and mules compete for ribbons and premiums totaling 24600 dollars. Extra barns and judges are prepared as 4000 plus birds are expected at the poultry show with 3000 dollars in premiums. Club members compete and must document feed costs.
The agricultural college at Lincoln urges selling off lazy or moulting hens to recoup board costs. Birds that quit laying early, show yellow shanks and ear lobes, pale shriveled combs, or narrow hip space are advised as marks for culling and marketing before spring. Market value declines with continued backyard keeping.
Fred Ahlgren aged 60 died at his Stromsburg home Monday at 4 30 after a brief illness including cancer of the face. A carpenter for about 15 years he was well liked and leaves a wife and several relatives including brothers August and P J Ahlgren. Funeral services were held yesterday from the home.
Mrs Mary Burns mother of seven and widow of Henry Burns died August 5 at her daughter May Swartsley's home in Riverdale following months of illness. She was born December 13 1832 in Williamsburg Pa and aged 91 years 6 months 22 days. Funeral held at M E church Osceola with Rev W W Hull. burial Chapel cemetery. Survived by children D C Osceola G O Columbus J R Garrison N D H T Garrison N D Mrs Laura Zinikr Lincoln and Mrs May Swartsley Broadwater Nebr. two sisters Mrs Martha Webster Kildare Okla and Mrs Emma Klice Washington Iowa. 27 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. She was active in church work and widely known in Osceola. Last months spent with daughter in Broadwater.
Mrs Cecelia Bernt aged 34 years 11 months 21 days died Friday after a two and a half year illness from Brights disease at her home nine miles northeast of Osceola. Funeral was Saturday at St Andrews Catholic church with Rev Faessler. burial in parish cemetery. She is survived by husband Hubert Bernt two parents four sisters and five brothers.
Grain Exchange trading was slow with only one carload of wheat sold at 1.19 percent. Monday saw 817 grain carloads received and 24 corn cars. An Omaha banker cites improving state conditions and higher livestock, corn, and wheat prices as the reason for suspected larger yields. Nebraska's wheat is dominant in shipments and corn, though 10 days to two weeks late in places, is expected to mature before frost, easing overextended conditions.
H. J. Van Viack and family returned last Thursday from Derver where they had stayed for months and will reside in Osceola this winter. Gerald Van Viack, who had been working in the county, came home Saturday to visit with his family.
The notice invites attendance at Sunday School and preaching next Sunday. It reminds absentees they were missed by pastor and teacher and highlights two topics: Christianity and the Rugged Life and The Tests of Character and Citizenship in Times of Peace. J A Klein is the pastor.
The Presbyterian Church lists Sunday School at 10 00 A M Morning worship at 11 00 A M School of Missions at 6 30 P M No evening service during August Pastor Thos E Barr signs the notice.
Stromsburg church outlines weekly schedule for July and August with Sunday School at 10 and Morning Worship at 11. No evening services due to park union services. Prayer meeting Thursday evening at 8. A. W. Lyons, pastor.
No church services next Sunday due to the Stromsburg district Luther League convention to be held at the Swede Home Lutheran church from August 8 to 10.
The opening session is Friday evening with three sessions on Saturday and Sunday. You are invited to attend this convention. Mrs. Arthur Oberg and Mrs. A Serenius will entertain the Luther League at the church on Aug 14. Harmony is postponed to a later date. Adolf Serenius, Pastor.
Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Preaching at 11:00 a.m. by Mr. O. F. Alfred of Polk. Evening service at 8:00 p.m. by Rev. Florence W. Johnston of Chapman with music by the Eden Baptist church orchestra from Stromsburg. A cordial invitation to all.
Morning worship at 11:00. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8:00 p m. No preaching services during a two week vacation. Pastor H A Taylor announces.
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