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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1879
Page
4
A fragment notes J Tilden would accept the presidency nomination if the people want him, reflecting a voiced opinion on his potential candidacy.
The text notes a strong local push toward a university project with a Republican majority of 28,061, larger than the previous 24,000. It asserts growing citizen interest in the University project and predicts the M. E. Conference Committee will recognize the county as the most desirable site and accept offered inducements.
The Seward Blade advocates a canning enterprise to boost the city. It argues Nebraska yields vegetables abundantly and with high quality, and that such manufacturing towns prosper. The piece calls for a local undertaking and asks, why not start one here.
The Nebraska Conference Seminary at York Nebraska will open its first term in the Congregational Academy building on Wednesday January 7 1880 at 9 o clock Rev Edward Thompson MA Principal Teacher of Ancient Languages and Natural Science Mrs Ella S Thompson ME Lett Preceptions Teacher of English Language and History Mrs Helen M Stoddard MA Teacher of Modern Languages and Mathematics and Acting Teacher of Painting and Drawing Mrs Phebe W Morgan Teacher of Vocal and Instrumental music The Record notes progress and expresses best wishes for the seminary's usefulness and success.
The Housekeeper magazine advertised a one year subscription for 75 cents and a solid silver thimble as a premium. It invites ladies to recruit two new subscribers for a year each and mentions sending specimen copies and a pictorial premium list to anyone forming a club. Address The Housekeeper Minneapolis Minn.
A printed verse examines Christmas themes of peace and good will, recalling Agnes and Helen as friends lost to time. The prose links ancient carols to modern communication and the iron horse, celebrating holiday spirit across distant cities and memories.
Miss Stall of Marengo NL visits relatives Morice and Gordis Stall. The group attended Vesey Chapel where a protracted meeting will open after the holidays. The note mentions Rev. and a crowded, happy gathering at the chapel and inquiry about Crino and Heretic while discussing General Sherman requesting more troops and officers.
The Valley column reports on Hon. T. B. Clark’s new home and Mother Beebe’s illness. Lincoln Lour improves slowly under Dr Mills while J.W. Sheldon sells his farm to Michael Horst. A Wisconsin visitor rents J. M. Corp’s farm and considers moving to Polk County. A bridge accident near Silver Creek prompts calls to repair or warn tolls. James Harman sells 320 acres to David Harman of Avoca Iowa as he plans Polk County residence.
A two story frame house with seven rooms in Osceola Nebraska for sale. Terms are easy. Inquiries at the Record Office.
Several building lots offered in Osceola Nebraska. Includes address and record details for interested buyers. Ideal for development or homesite in the Osceola area.
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