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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1919
Page
1
A dated exhortation warns against wavering in beliefs and taking side steps when faced with pressure. It cautions that some men avoid responsibility, defer options, and shift the blame, urging firm, direct action and removal of those who dodge accountability.
Stromsburg and Cohagen of Polk spent hours in town on Wednesday while Jelvus C Nelson shipped cattle to Omaha on Tuesday. Auctions, real estate moves, and church plans fill the week as residents travel to Lincoln York and Benedict. The Modern Woodmen show growth, and new bank fixtures arrive as the community awaits occupancy by Christmas.
A traveler spent months with the Marines in Nicaragua and shared an engaging explanation of the country and its customs. A splendid two course luncheon was served and the gentlemen present felt fortunate to be among the guests.
Roy Moore writes from Clements Kansas to renew his Record subscription reporting a cold stormy spell but a newborn son arrived December 4 at the Moore home. The infant is expected to be ready for Santa Claus season with the family noting the white beard and sock hanging tradition.
Mr and Mrs A A Young and their son John left Polk County on Saturday after clearing snow and traveled to Los Angeles for the winter. Friends here extend best wishes for a pleasant western sojourn as plans for the coming months remain uncertain.
A portion of the Alex Mustard family held a Saturday evening reunion at the home of their daughter Mrs John Finecy. Attending were Mr and Mrs Alex Mustard Mr and Mrs Lee Mustard Mr and Mrs E B Himene yer Mr and Mrs John Fineey and Miss Alice Hastings. The gathering was described as a very happy time with the Mustards later returning to North Platte on Monday.
Mr and Mrs Fred Timm celebrated their fifty fifth wedding anniversary with a small gathering of friends including Mr and Mrs J A Klein Mr and Mrs Christopher Timm Mr and Mrs C G Timm and Chris Behle. The couple remain in good health and have taken several trips this year to visit their children. The Record extends best wishes for the couple’s future.
Artie Lynch, long rumored to pose as a plumber, vanishes leaving his heating plant installation and substantial payment from Chas J. Roslund in question. Roslund met with the county attorney as lights go out at Artie’s shop and the lock is found to be set, with unknown whereabouts prompting local anxiety.
The Record congratulates Uncle Martin Newcomer on reaching eighty with a week of festivities at his home. He arrived at four score years and enjoys gatherings including an oyster supper with family and friends such as W A Newcomer Charlie Newcomer Dave Myers Silas Miller Alice Fox Hattie Newcomer.
Beebe and Johnston petition the District Court to oust August W Johnson from Polk County Board via quo warranto. Judge Good orders Mills to show cause by December 29 why the court should not issue the requested writ. The action targets delays by County Attorney M A Mills Jr amid Johnson’s continued board activity.
A large gathering of Spaulding ladies honored Mrs. W. O. Clark with a farewell reception at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Morgan. Mrs. Clark and her husband plan to move to Osceola where Mr. Clark will serve as Union Pacific agent. The event featured a luncheon and warm tributes to the couple.
Warren Brown visits Lincoln with his parents Mr and Mrs M J Brown. Axel S Johnson of Osceola advertises 50 Rhode Island Red roosters at 32.00 each. Mrs Clark receives gifts for popularity at a Spaulding Enterprise reception. David Myers and wife from Peetz Colorado arrive after visiting Omaha with former Hackberry neighbors, planning to depart Polk County soon.
Announcement that in Chicago during the coming season the Jones National School of Auctioneering specializing in Real Estate and Pure Bred Live Stock Sales will handle general Farm Sales. For dates inquire at J. P. Heald's Office. Ralph R. Heald Jerry R. Crouse.
Mrs B E Merrill of Edgar and Miss Ila Hull who teaches at Nelson arrived this morning for a visit with their parents Rev and Mrs Hull. Harvey Richards left for his home at Matthews Indiana today.
Polk community reports Sunday visits and trips as Alice Hahn spent Sunday with friends in Grand Island. Wurtz shipped stock to Omaha and coal arrived for two cars last week. John Anderson rode to Osceola and Mrs Beetem traveled to Central City. Mr and Mrs Jones motored to Stromsburg while C E Johnson installs a furnace. Rev Linderberg preached at Baptist church and Ed Cohagen seeks medical care in York. Modern Woodmen initiated six new members and Mrs Elfing remains ill in Polk. Street gossip covers visitors, club meetings, school vacations, and holiday programs with multiple local names and places.
The Sunday school meets at 10 a.m. with the morning service at 11 a.m. on Christmas Eve eve. The evening sermon tackles "Christmas and the Christmas Spirit" for 1920. B Y P U gathers at 6 30 p m with "The Christmas Message and the Christmas Spirit" as the subject. All are welcome.
Morning worship features The Birthday of a King and an evening service presents Gods Search for Man. Special music will be offered at both services. The Sunday School Christmas program is set for Christmas Eve. Members urge readers to join a class if not already members.
The mayor rescinds the early closing order and disbands the fuel committee. Gas and other restrictions from two weeks ago are off. Miners accept a fourteen percent wage rise with a sixty day wage rate review. Motor service on the branch returns today and full freight service resumes tomorrow, signaling a return to normal life and holiday cheer.
Funeral services for Mrs D H Mace were held at her Gospel Ridge home with Rev W W Hall of the First M E Church officiating. The sermon centered on Daniel 12 13 and tributes noted her thirty years of steady church work at Fairview M E near Beulah. Relatives from Superior Swedena North Platte attended.
The Mace and Shank families express gratitude to neighbors and friends for kindness and sympathy during their bereavement. D. H. Mace Anna Mace Russel Mace Emil Rose Gordon Mace Annie Mace and Family J. W. Shank and Family.
William Wolfe Post No 91 American Legion will hold its next meeting in the District Court Room on Tuesday evening December 20 at 7 20 It asks all committees with reports to be ready The topic of war risk insurance will be taken up and all soldiers seeking information on reinstatement or insurance should attend R G Douglas President.
Mr. Clark and his wife shipped their goods last Saturday and departed for Osceola Monday. He led the station here for eight years and made many friends who regret their departure. Osceola will welcome the family warmly as they establish their future home with railroad aid.
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