13 Dec 1923
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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1923
Page
1
Osceola merchants arrange a festive season with four large Christmas trees at each square corner and a Saturday reception for Old Santa Claus. Children from near and far are invited to greet Santa and see what he has in store. Show windows are richly decorated and holiday bargains abound, promising one of Osceola’s merriest Christmases.
Correspondence from A. W. Nelson and Floyd Todd describe ongoing work. Several residents are reported ill or hospital bound, club activities noted, and many townsfolk involved in farming, car sales, and visits. Updates include births, illnesses, operations, travel, and school board elections with multiple named residents and local events.
Residents travel and visit kin across Nebraska and nearby states. Families chronicle visits, medical transfers to Council Bluffs, and plans for spring work in Kansas City. A Ladies Aid bazaar nets 200 dollars while community members celebrate John Lees’s 56th anniversary with a surprise gathering.
Mrs C E Hagelin visited friends at Friend on Sunday. Carl Nyquist in St Louis hospital hopes to improve slowly. The Johnson Stromsburg filling station to open soon offering Pure Oil products. The Scott Hall banquet and entertainment at the high school occurred Tuesday evening.
The Polk County Farm Bureau held its annual meeting at the courthouse with large attendance. Sessions covered extension programs, Boys and Girls Club work, nursing and clothing projects, hog cholera demonstrations, and extensive agent activity.
A limerick style verse recounts William Stumpff who hauled water and brewed ale for private sale. The sheriff’s party ambushed him and nabbed the suspect, leaving William’s reputation and health damaged as he faces consequences.
In Polk County Nebraska the estate of Florence A. McCune. creditors must file claims by March 21 1924 and debts paid by December 21 1924. County Judge F H Ball will sit to examine allow or adjust claims on December 21 1923 January 21 1924 and March 21 1924 at 10 A M.
Mary Etta Ward born March 4 1870 Mercer County Pennsylvania moved to Polk County Nebraska in 1880 on the Platte valley died December 6 1923 at home in Polk County married to Walter J Lewis October 17 1906 survived by husband two sons five brothers and many relatives two sons and a daughter died in infancy joined Pleasant Valley Methodist later Baptist church Polk funeral Sunday at Polk Baptist Church Rev Claude Neal officiating body buried in Polk Cemetery awaiting resurrection morn
Mrs. Wm. Heitzman entertained the Gabolots at a Christmas party yesterday afternoon. Mrs. Chas. Timmy will host the Bidawees Saturday afternoon. Eastern Star Kensington meets next Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. L. M. Shaw. The Missionary Society of the Presbyterian church held a missionary tea this afternoon at the Marise. Assisting Mrs. Barr were Mesdames Stone and Runge.
The Eastern Star held its Tuesday evening session with the election of officers. Newly elected are Worthy Matron Mrs. Jodl Hanson Worthy Patron Geo Campbell Associate Matron Mrs. G Campbell Secretary Mrs Jessie Marquiss Treasurer Miss Ida Hanson Conductress Miss Maurine Walrath.
In the Courty Court of Polk County Nebraska the estate of Fred Hennings deceased. Executrix files final report and petition for final settlement order of distribution and termination of heirship and discharge. Hearing set for December 28 1923 at 10 A M. Contest allowed. Dated December 4 1923. (Seal December 6 13 20) F H Bail County Judge
Creditors of Fredrick D. Sarow deceased must present claims by April 11, 1924 and debts by January 11, 1925. The county court will hear claims January 11, 1924 and April 11, 1924 at 10 A.M. in the County Court Room. Dated December 7, 1923. FE. H. Ball
The Polk County Fair for 1924 will be held the week after the state fair. The timing was decided at the annual meeting of the Fair Association at the Court House. Attendees reviewed the revised premium list and discussed fair business.
Senator Beebe received word that Congressman McLaughlin introduced a bill in the lower house to authorize a federal building for Osceola if passed in its current form. The action signals support for local civic infrastructure pending legislative approval.
Teachers conference Monday evening centered on art in the Public Schools. Pupils from 5th to 8th grades presented four art problems, each cover ing their topic thoroughly. Discussion, largely affirmative, questioned the time and expense of art study as introduced by the President.
Attendance at last Sunday’s services was noted and more members are invited to join. Mr. Rhodes plans a class for young married couples with the course selection set by year’s start. Families are urged to participate to ensure the venture succeeds. Sermon topics include Character Taught or Caught and Yearnings of the Human Soul.
Attorney H. C. Beebe has been appointed by Attorney General Spilman as Merrick County states attorney to prosecute three Stumpff cases. These are separate from the federal case in Lincoln where Stumpff and his wife are held before a grand jury under $2500 bonds.
Sunday School at 10 00 A M Morning Worship at 11 00 A M Epworth League at 6 30 P M Evening Services at 7 30 P M Prayer meeting at 7 30 Wednesday You are welcome at our services
Harmony Society gathered Wednesday afternoon at the Braunting sisters home for prayer service and social. Luther League to meet at the church Thursday evening December 13 with Mrs Hilda Nelson hosting. No Sunday school next Sunday. children meet for preversal in the afternoon. Divine morning worship with communion at 10 30 in Swedish possible. evening service at 7 30. Pastor Adolf Serenius notes year end and calls for a smooth annual meeting.
Friday evening December 21 at Kropatsrh School District No 39 offers a program and basket supper. Irene Anderson, teacher, asks ladies to bring a box.
Gas on stomach may inflame the appendix with constant gas. Adlerika is advertised to act on both upper and lower bowels to remove gas and poisons within ten minutes. The ad promotes use for constipation and against appendicitis and credits Crouse-Tex Drug Company.
A brief aphorism notes cuff buttons as unnecessary menswear and warns against gambling. It contrasts wise restraint with foolish risk, offering a general social observation rather than a specific event or person.
The article argues coal prices would fall and remain low if coal were produced by farmers. It presents a plan linking agricultural production to energy supply and price stabilization.
Clay Center Sun editor Fred Howard outlines a strategy to preserve a linotype operator on staff, noting wage considerations and workload adjustments to sustain essential printing operations.
A western Nebraska cafe stands out by pricing meals at fifty cents per plate, a price tag that would gag a yellow dog. The cautious employee frets at his boss’s ignorance, doubting his own potential. An antonym is defined as the direct opposite of another word, with automobile given as the opposite of savings bank.
A humorous column riffs on public figures and political topics. It references Governor Wal ton of Oklahoma and Governor Bryan, crude quips about coffin prices, peace talk, and a misread auto price abbreviation F O B, delivered in a local-voice, satirical tone.
In this column the author pronounces views about The Boss and The Junior that men often feel about their wives and daughters but seldom express due to courage or propriety.
A net argument claims dancing is good exercise though dancing all night in modern fashion may fail to stimulate a real appetite. The text questions whether rhythmic activity equates to sufficient physical impact for hunger.
If country editors received as much fool advice as farmers they would rise up in their might and stand the advisors on their left ears.
The speaker argues the so called American standard is an impossible false ideal causing widespread trouble and dissatisfaction among people.
A brother who leaves home is frequently surprised to hear that others think he has sense. His sisters consistently misinterpret his views on the topic.
Jack Sweet notes a contrast between labor, saying bricklayers earn fifteen dollars for a day while a Nebraska farmer earns a dollar for fifteen days of work. This bridges a discussion on wages and work value.
A customer describes paying for three hours of a garage visit. About an hour argued over operating costs, another spent on a dispute with a rival, some time hunted for tools, some on insults, then actual work, leaving with the job incomplete and a $7.80 bill.
A writer laments the labor of country editors and notes their own need to press editors into service to earn a living. The quip underscores the tough editor’s life and economic dependence in a dry, humorous tone.
The piece argues that reformers should see Henry Ford as a flawed figure since wealth alone does not justify leadership. It laments the idea of a rich man seeking the presidency and predicts a future where money brings no respect.
A compact note suggests that the Angel Gabriel will have few country editors at his party if he blows his horn at the press.
George Snow claims the Springs monster is unusually fierce after reportedly swallowing three Ford cars. The remark highlights local folklore and a sensational explanation for the creature's power.
A tongue in cheek suggestion from a Lincoln discussion laments cruel and unusual punishment laws and proposes a week of street walking for speeders as a cure, highlighting public patience and urban order.
The line contrasts greedy behavior with patient, decent conduct, suggesting that greed leads to less lasting success while patient people tend to fare better and gain more friends over time.
The statement attacks pretenders who seek equal rewards for all while claiming to honor industrious thrift. It portrays such claims as a path to prosper at others’ expense and questions their true motive.
Early Tuesday a significant blaze in Rising City destroyed multiple south of the Union Pacific tracks buildings including the Rising City bank and L L Thompson mercantile store. Losses around 60000 with only partial insurance. E S Marker and others affected plan to resume once located. Firefighting from nearby towns aided but containment was limited.
The Lutheran Ladies announce a bake sale at the Hansen and Frahm Market on Saturday December 15 to raise funds for a church bell. They urge attendees to come early for a rapid sale and invite friends to contribute baked goods.
The notice lists residents applying for marriage licenses in the latest county records. Names and details are listed for verification and public notice.
Mr Meekton states his wife Henrietta no longer objects to him carrying a latchkey after marriage. He explains she is content for him to stay in the house at night to let her in when she returns.
Old fashioned camphor and witch hazel are blended with Lavoptik eye wash to strengthen eyes and ease weak strained or sore eyes. Reported to act quickly with an aluminum eye cup offered free.
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