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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1926
Page
2
Adams residents supported a waterworks project at Tuesday’s election by a small margin. The survey noted other Nebraska items including the state fair livestock exhibits, new mills and factories, farm and road work, and local school and public notices.
Scribner Agricultural Society reports extensive improvements to fair grounds for the 21st annual exhibition. Expect overflowing exhibits, top livestock and poultry, strong 4 H club work, and a three episode Pageant of Progress featuring 400 Dodge county participants. Falls City resident John Wahpeconich, Nebraska’s oldest native, dies at 93 after a monthlong illness. Born near Falls City, he lived in Nebraska most of his life and was part Sac and Fox heritage.
Nebraska National Bank closed a deal for 44 by 150 feet of property at Second Street and Hastings Avenue. Acquisition includes the present bank building and site, paving the way for an ultimate six story bank structure though specific plans are not yet announced.
Swar Farris, 90, long reputed the wealthiest landowner in Kearney and nearby counties, died at his home after a brief illness. A Swedish native, he arrived forty years ago and built a vast estate in Kearney County, expanding holdings to thousands of acres.
The Sidney golf course is plagued by many rattlesnakes, forcing players to swat snakes and take more strokes than shots. A viper, more venomous, was killed by a golfer on the course as snakes were repeatedly removed over the past month.
About five hundred people are expected for the Seventh Day Adventists encampment at Shelton Academy campus from August 19 to 29. S G HaugheyNebraska conference president and B C Marshall secretary treasurer outlined plans during the visit.
The local canning factory will begin operations about August 16 and run for a short period due to severe drought. About 200 acres of good corn will be available, grown on irrigated lands northeast of the city, according to manager Mr. Updike.
Bloomfield Indians of the Ponca Sioux and Santee tribes gathered for a three day pow wow at Pleasant View park 17 miles northwest of town on August 13 14 and 15 Chiefs Bird Head Three Star Yellow Horse and Janjan Di Mi Capi attended as dances were showcased
Members of the legislative committee of the Nebraska conference of social work met and decided to hold the state convention at Fremont at a date to be named later.
The beef cattle display at the Adams county fair totals over 220 head, about four times last year’s exhibit. Hog entries reach 600 head, with exhibits in all lines described as large.
One hundred delegates and others met for the Upland Highway convention. Interest centered on a Missouri River bridge at Decatur. The highway was permanently located from Dunlap Iowa to North Platte Nebraska, with a route map and log released for free distribution.
The Kearney fire department plans to upgrade by replacing its chemical truck with a combined pumper and chemical truck at about $12,000. The initial payment is budgeted, with extra hose and equipment included in the purchase.
Donald Thompson the young son of Mr and Mrs Guy Thompson suffered severe burns to the face and eyes when a celluloid visor he wore caught fire from a candle.
Extreme dry weather endangers trees in Hastings with widespread watering efforts underway. In unwatered areas, dead leaves blanket the ground, resembling autumn decay.
William A. Radford describes a compact 36 by 41 foot bungalow designed for small families. The article emphasizes careful roof and entrance treatment to avoid a top heavy look, with a central entrance, two eyebrow windows, French doors, and a balanced layout. Inside, a central reception hall leads to a bright living room with a fireplace and French windows, a dining room with front windows, a compact modern kitchen, two medium bedrooms with a bath, and a rear hallway with a basement stair.
The piece surveys a revival of early American decor with patched quilts, hooked and rag rugs, burlap-backed rugs, and round or oval woolen ensembles. It highlights coin-dot silks for dresses, two-tier skirts, shaded color techniques, and practical home sewing, plus simple food ideas and desserts from Everyday Food including meat loaf and banana ice cream. Julia Bottomley signs the feature.
When slate roofs leak after nails rust away homeowners often patch with galvanized iron or black metal sheets creating bright patches. Iron rusts, disfiguring the roof further, while sheet lead blends with slate and lasts longer. Ordinary thin wood shingles sized and colored to match slate offer a better repair.
Wainscoting can be finished in glazed colors and scrampling textures. The article suggests using patterned wall coverings as a first step and describes applying glaze to wooden panels for a aged, decorative effect.
A recent home trend features built in bookshelf cases tucked into living room corners by windows or fireplaces. Doors are removed and interiors are enamel painted for easy cleaning. Bright interior colors echo rugs or lampshades while exteriors match light woodwork.
The article outlines three key qualities for selecting stone: the stone’s nature, its texture, and its color. It stresses thoughtful consideration and study before choosing stone for construction.
The passage describes finishing wainscoting with a rough surfaced panel and a pale yellow or tan base. When dry a transparent glaze such as raw umber is wiped, creating an antique rich effect. In two color work the ground color is applied first followed by the glaze and final colored dashes with a stippler or crumpled paper.
The era of drab decor ends as vibrant decoration takes over. Pure color and flexible mediums lead the new design formula, with painters at the forefront of this shift.
Coats of colored flannel appear at race meets across the country with white jersey and kasha fabrics seen in two piece outfits. Wool embroidery in bright colors adds lively contrast to the attire.
A fashion note describes how a chiffon or tulle transparent hemline adds length and distinction to a bouffant frock. The detail emphasizes a refined finish and graceful silhouette typical of the era.
The latest crepe de chine and georgette dresses feature neck line smocking with bright embroidery. Full smocked sleeves are gathered at the wrists, giving a tailored finish to these fashionable frocks.
An ornate description focuses on the new street frocks with an exquisitely feminine touch. Plaiting at the neck and sleeves adds delicate lace, enhancing elegance and style.
A Western Newspaper Union piece quotes a saying on regret and life. It asserts that a life without regret is wasted and claims regret provides wisdom to guide a better future.
The text explains that United States paper currency is a single sheet with designs on both sides. It notes silk threads as a distinctive feature of the money and states these threads are embedded in the paper during its manufacture.
The British National Library for the Blind, founded in 1882, reports an annual circulation of 170000 volumes aiding visually impaired readers through its services and programs.
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