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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1971
Page
2
The Osceola Record edition notes its origin as The Homesteader begun in 1872 by H. T. Arnold. It lists Kathleen A. Howe as editor and provides subscription rates of 4 dollars within Nebraska and 5 dollars outside, with a 10c single copy price and notes sustaining membership in the National Editorial Association.
A public notice explains that a red cross marks expired subscriptions and urges renewal. It lists rates: six to nine months for $3.50, single copy 10 cents, card of thanks ten cents per line with a $1 minimum, obituary poetry ten cents per line, and advertising ten cents per inch. Subscriptions cost $4.00 per year in Nebraska and $5.00 elsewhere.
Osceola Neb July 27 1971 county board meets discussing Polk County joining a technical college area under SB-759 with no decision. August 3 notes claims audited and approved with numerous district expenses and roll call budget actions including highway improvements and easement payments. Adjourns at 2 15 p.m. with next meeting set for August 17 1971.
August 5 1971 meeting of the City Council with Mayor Buffington and Councilmen McDonald Pearson adjourns after no business can be transacted due to no quorum. Bills read include Nebr Power District 744.89 and numerous local vendors and services. Public funds listed cover sewer curb and ambulance accounts with several small payments recorded. The session ends with adjournment under Mayor Buffington and Clerk Frea Bond.
The Board approves the budget as advertised with a 319900 tax request plus collection fee and 1 mill sinking fund levy. Non resident tuition is set at 1100 for high school 900 for grade districts and 475 plus transportation for individuals. Next meeting September 13, 1971 at 8:00 AM.
A statewide survey by rural mail carriers and Game Commission biologists finds pheasant numbers down about 7 percent overall, but brood sizes up nearly 6 percent. Regional declines and rises are noted, with spring and winter counts aiding breeding population data since 1945.
Silver Creek, Ohio notes bring visits from Gladys John of San Gabriel California to Mrs Clara Frizzell and Mrs Mabel Carter. A three car crash near Duncan injures Bernard Vetick and two others, while 17 year old Richard Ruger dies. Rescue teams transport victims to Columbus hospitals. Nearby social life includes boat races, club meetings, quilting and birthdays as families travel between Osceola, Hamp ton and Tehachapi California.
Practical guide on preparing surfaces for paint and moisture control. The piece covers proper brushing, cleaning, and using oil or latex paints on different surfaces, plus caulking and vapor barriers. It also explores the vast U.S. food industry with farm values, labor, and distribution networks, and includes four sewing steps for easy, durable garments.
In the matter of the Estate of Adam Luft Deceased a petition for probate of the last Will and Testament and for appointment of Merle D J Luft as Administrator with will annexed has been filed Hearing is set for August 24 1971 at 100 oclock A M County Court Room Osceola Nebraska Dated July 28 1971 Eldon R Johnson County Judge Seal
Osceola residents hosted a large Sunday gathering with extended family and friends from Clarks Madera Calif Columbus Memphis and Oxford. Guests included Bill Wright Martha Bush George Wright Loy Cook Buck Deans Leroy Schultz Glen Wieseman and family Sam Randall Seth Hastings and son Ray Hastings Debby and Richard Rose Irene Meacham and Julius Johnson household members.
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