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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1883
Page
2
The piece discusses political alignments and figures such as Reynolds and Chamberlain, notes a hanging date for O'Donnell, and mentions calls to President Arthur for a stay of execution. It contrasts Omaha newspapers the Republican and Bee in their treatment of Arthur’s message and party stance.
The author notes strong suspicions of a forthcoming war between France and China. France is described as nearly as aggressive as during Napoleonic rule, with rumors lingering for weeks and a need for one side to concede to avoid bloodshed.
Senator Manderson introduces a bill to remove duty on barbed wire as a step to break the wire monopoly. Husker farmers see cheaper wire as a major issue. The Post Office receipts for the year ending June 30 exceed expenditures by about 1,000,000. Likely a deficit may occur due to postage stamp reductions unless stamp use rises.
A Kentucky speaker a Missouri Chief Clerk and a Texas door keeper indicate the political complexion of Congress amid continued filibustering in the current term. The dysregulated session prompts a plea for divine aid to the nation.
The piece surveys the new Congress with leadership jockeying in the House led by Birckburn, and mentions Sen Fi fund's telegraph proposal opposing federal control. It notes the National Grange lobbying for agricultural bill support, cattle export health reforms, and a push to publicize a clean bill of health for exports. Frances Willard threatens a million-strong petition for a Prohibition plank, with potential new party if rejected. The Senate Judiciary panel explores expanding Supreme Court powers, Edmunds seeks passage of his bill, and a National Bankruptcy act is contemplated. Jeff Davis involved in an imminent Supreme Court case. Mrs Dorsey’s contested will drives heirs to the final court. Blaine’s Washington return spurs presidential chatter as he plans literary work. Mahone and Riddleberger urge broader bourbon Democrat inclusion. a civil service reform call favors elected postmasters, argued as a remedy to political contention.
Butler and several counties will present a full county ticket next year as residents approved township organization. National, congressional, state, legislative and county contests will be decided together, likely triggering a crowded field of candidates after the convention as usual.
The Pennsylvania Governor vetoed the appropriation to pay legislators. The legislature overrode the veto and moved to access the treasury, defying the people’s will. The Democratic victory last fall is proving an costly burden for the public.
A Nebraska City correspondent notes Richardson Pawnee Otoe Wass Namaha and Johnson counties yield five times the state's annual fruit. He asks why and attributes it to age and established fruit trees. He urges planting fruit trees on every farm to ensure future abundance for self and neighbors.
The article recalls past bankrupt acts from 1800 1803 1867 and wartime periods noting repeals due to abuses. It argues for a wiser future bill aligned with commercial interests and constitutional powers as Congress reconsiders action.
The Columbus Democrat defends Judge Norval’s decision on sureties for the late State Auditor Leidtke, praising his legal judgment. It complains of partisan press bias and urges fairness, arguing public abuses exist but justice must prevail without fear or clamor.
The National Grange, long quiet, has reportedly decided to maintain a lobby in Washington to push railroad legislation favorable to producers. The organization aims to influence reform and support needed changes while controlling its political activities.
A Polk county column defends a local publication against accusations from the Advocate, arguing for truth in politics and calm, lawful reform. It cites alleged abuses by Osceola Bank officers and critiques campaign rhetoric, urging proper channels and accountability rather than partisan attacks.
Piatte precinct reports a heated exchange over county tax assessments and political favoritism. The Advocate criticizes alleged falsehoods about legality and equity, questions ownership of a Republican paper in Butler county, and notes accusations of missteps in precinct assessments and the treasurer's office.
Want of confidence accounts for half of business failures today. Hunter & Cobb the druggists offer free bottles of Dr Bosanko's Cough and Lung Syrup to all suffering with coughs colds asthma consumption and throat and lung affections to prove its value.
Notice is given that James FB. Carson has filed final proof for his land claim in Polk county Nebraska. The proof will be July 28, 1583 before the clerk of the District Court in Queeola. Witnesses include D. KK. Pearce, J.W. Mickey, FT Stewart, James Campbell verifying residence and cultivation on the SW1 for Tp 14 N R2W.
The notice claims no complaint is more insidious than throat and lung issues and urges taking Ayers to counter such illnesses. It cites a forty year battle against throat and lung diseases and promotes immediate use without delay.
1800 for 220 acres eight miles north of Shelby with good frame house and water. 320 acres four miles from Shelby with improvements worth 3000 at 8000. 160 acres 14 miles from Osceola best in county at 4800. 50 acres 14 miles south of Osceola well improved at 2000. 80 acres three miles from Shelby with broke land, new house valued 400 and good well priced 15600. 50 acres three miles from Osceola with 5 acres broke and new house worth 600 at 1750. 320 acres seven miles west of Osceola with 101 acres broke and timber, orchard, house and barn at 3700. schoolhouse four miles away. rare bargain. more farms near Osceola and Strawsburg. 350 for Osceola lot near public square 14x32 house. call R Wheeler at Osceola Nebraska. no charge to show land. correspondence solicited.
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