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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1916
Page
4
Osceola Nebraska list notes Douglas and Johnson as publishers with R G Douglas serving as editor Publisher is listed as the official county paper for Polk County The notice mentions Osceola post office registration and second class matter designation.
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The piece argues Democratic papers overstate opposition to President Wilson's preparedness plan, risking alienation of Republican support. It defends Wilson while criticizing misrepresentations by Lincoln Star and similar outlets, noting Theodore Roosevelt's stance and urging careful, nonpartisan defense discussion.
A Lincoln discourse on Democratic harmony sparks renewed factional fighting over the governor race. The piece cites Charlie Bryus and Wilson era tensions, notes loyalty shifts, and questions party leadership and alleged manipulation of test results at Polk County culvert studies.
The local Democratic newspaper notes the party's difficulty in presenting a unified message while leaders debate strategy and public stance, highlighting internal disagreements and public perception challenges.
The arrival of New York and Boston papers shows shock and praise for Louis D. Brandeis as a potential Supreme Court justice. Critics warn of radical views on railroads and the court's independence while supporters note the need for a strong people’s advocate in a nine member court. A probate notice from Polk Nebraska appoints H H Campbell as executor for Jane E Miller with a hearing set for February 2, 1916.
Nebraska shows to interested parties that the administratrix has filed a final account and petition for final settlement and distribution. Hearing set for February 21, 1916 at 1 p.m. before County Judge F. H. Ball. Objections may be filed and contestants may appear.
In the County Court of Pell County Nebraska a petition for probate of the last will and testament of Carl Pearson deceased has been filed and a hearing set for February 28, 1916 at a.m. The petition requests appointment of Swan s/ Cederburg as executor of the estate. Dated January list 1916. (Seal) I. H. Ball.
Notice to creditors in the estate of Frank Schaal deceased states claim filing deadlines August 4 1916 and February 4 1917 with court hearings at Osceola Nebraska. It lists dates for claims examination and allowance and notes a February 19 1916 auction for a 160 acre homestead eight miles northwest of Osceola and six miles southeast of Silver Creek with heirs represented by EI Timm and Mills Beebe.
In a brief item, Byp and Shaws make a notable return with three major acts highlighted. Local observers note the pair's revival in a period voice and emphasize their renewed stage presence. Aiming to capture reader interest, the note underscores the duo's ongoing appeal.
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