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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1917
Page
4
Notice from the Us ale Nebraska post office era paper stating Ernest G. Johnson appears as subscriber. Terms note that subscriptions may begin at any time and may be stopped upon notice. Official county paper with advertising rates for display leaders locals and legal notices.
The Parmers Grain Company of Osceola held its annual meeting in the Auditorium with many members and families present. Paul C. Timm presided, C. E. Jones reported, C. H. Anderson and C. B. E. Jones were reelected directors, and officers were chosen including Timm as president and Dawes as treasurer. A per bushel dividend plus an additional percent was approved. a concluding banquet followed with wives and guests in attendance.
The Chicago Lumber Company transfers ownership to J. A. Cravens and Son of Exeter. Osceola yard manager C. E. Woke remains in charge. George Cravens will relocate with his family. Mr. Milks, long in Osceola and city council member, may stay or be reassigned within the company.
State Executive Committee of the W C T U arrives in Osceola on Feb 27 for a conference with about seventy officers from across the state. Events include evenings of music and speakers, with Polk County hospitality and a busy schedule of sessions and public programs. Local residents report on changes, visits, school activities, and community outfits in Osceola and area.
Last Thursday evening the Osceola Commercial Club hosted a reception for returning infantry soldiers from the Mexican border. Capt. Kae N Tebraska and Lt. C. Oq Ir presided while Arthur N. Tohngon, club president, gave a welcome address. Officers Hamilton and Jackson spoke as well. Around seventy were served by local ladies at the M. E. church before a banquet and a theatre performance at the Grim Theatre.
In the County Court of Polk Nebraska the executrix for the estate of George Dee deceased has filed a final account and report and a petition for final settlement and distribution and discharge. The hearing is set for February 16 1917 at 10 o clock a.m. Interested parties may appear and contest the petition. Dated January 28 1917.
The Osceola Fire Department lists Hose Co. No. 1 with Chief Clyde Courtney and members including A. B. Monk J. F. Chenoweth and others. Hose Co. No. 2 under Chief Char... Deland features W. Holden R. Grimes Vern Hamilton and more. All graduates are assigned to truck, per station notes.
The Nebraska agricultural department urges farmers to prepare for oat smut, which annually destroys over 5 percent of the crop. Officials recommend early study of formalin treatment and planning for a spring drive against this common enemy, with the botany department ready to provide complete guidance.
A reflective note on the abundance of goodness in the world, urging greater acts of kindness and community spirit among everyone. The author emphasizes the value of positive behavior and a hopeful outlook for society.
Holm owner holds a public sale Wednesday Feb 14 at 10 a m east of Osceola four miles west of Shelbyville. Items include 13 horses and mules 8 milk cows 6 yearling heifers 3 calves a red polled Durham bull 10 months old bred ducks hogs farm machinery and household goods. Terms cash under $10 and bankable notes with 8 percent interest. Auctioneers Bl R Ware and Joe Karrer with clerk S A Snider.
H. T. Roberts owner announces a public sale of farm livestock and gear at a location north and west of Osceola, starting Thursday February 8 at 1 PM. Items include geldings and mares, cattle with calves, hogs, farm machinery, lumber, harness, and household articles, with multiple named agents and witnesses listed.
An Osceola resident describes kidney trouble from farming and heavy work. He credits Dean’s Kidney Pills with relief, noting headaches dizziness and backache improved after use. He urges readers to ask for the same remedy, price 50 cents, from dealers.
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