School of Missions in Stromsburg Draws Good Crowds
Ed en Baptist Church of Stromsburg started a six week School of Missions with weekly Thursday meetings. Attendees aim for 100, supper is shared, six class groups study for 45 to 50 minutes, devotional time follows, and the event ends at 8 30 PM. Pastors compare it to a Michigan plan and praise the initiative.
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School of Missions
Eden Baptist Church of
Stromsburg
Widen
Michigan
Farm Bureau reports profit from clean hogs and proper housing
A young Western Nebraska farmer boosted hog profits by building eleven small colony hog houses at $162.25 total. Sows farrowed separately then paired, producing 132 pigs from 142 with no runts. Pigs thrived on alfalfa and modest corn, averaging 150 pounds at six months. If fed more, they’d near 200 pounds, yielding annual ten year profits. Meetings by M N Lawritson and Miss Myrtle Easley covered animal ailments and children’s clothing. A marriage license was issued in Council Bluffs for Wm Ferris Jr and Beulah Sweenie.
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Nebraska
Council Bluffs
Co. Bluffs
Wm. Ferris, Jr
Silver Creek
Beulah Sweenie
Local Notes and Visits In Shelby Area
Shelby report covers inspections by Union Pacific freight inspector Horton from Omaha, family visits from Dunning Houdersheldt and Blain, school steps for Alma Hayhurst Evelyn Babcock in York, and multiple moves and visitors including Mr. and Mrs. Day, Hastert, Bull, and others. Funeral attendance notes for Mrs. Lockard and Mrs. Custer. Several residents travel to Lincoln Grand Island Polk Stromsburg and Omaha for work and family ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. E. Horton
Omaha
Union Pacific
Shelby
Birthday Fellowship Honors Walter A. Burke on 50th
A group of ten friends gathered at Walter A. Burke’s home one mile south of Stromsburg to celebrate his fiftieth birthday. They shared a six o’clock dinner and an informal program with two vocal solos and talks by local figures. The hosts expressed gratitude for Burke and his wife, who have long served the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter A. Burke
Stromsburg
Mr. Burke
A. W. Lyons
E. E. Stanton
Henry Fillman
Oscar ‘Rystrom
Stromsburg Lectures, Farmers Meeting, and Local News Notes
The third Lecture Course number a musical was held Tuesday at the M E Church in Stromsburg. Ida Nordstrom of Polk, a former nurse at the Col son home, returned to Polk. Ellen Johnson took her place at the Colson home. The Farmers Elevator Co held its annual meeting at Scott Hall with 130 in attendance. L S Peterson presided. directors elected were John W Anderson Aug E Anderson Harry Sundberg and C A Baker. A State Agricultural College speaker spoke and stockholders received 8 percent interest with surplus for future business. Benedict manager R O Andrew oversaw a flourishing report. Mr McMullen of Benedict attended. A fine lunch followed. The monthly D A R meeting was held at Mrs R L Erickson's home. many members from Osceola and Polk attended and a luncheon followed. Aurora men Olson and Ostergren will manage the Olson and Mc Farland garage handling land and Ford cars. The 500 Club met at Scott Hall with 90 in attendance and a fine dinner. A Woodman meeting awarded a white gold watch. A patriotic program is set for Sunday afternoon at First Presbyterian Church at 2:30 pm, with Legion and Woman's Club hosting. selections include Legion Orchestra, “Oh My Columbia,” “Hymn to Nebraska,” and “America” with Rev W C George and Rev T E Barr speaking. Rev H A Taylor attended. The local camp earned the capital prize in Zone 10 for adopting the most new members in Oct–Dec. eight delegates were chosen for the Osceola county convention on April 1. The watch was awarded to the Clerk, and John I Anderson returned from a business trip to Omaha. his merchantile plans remain undecided.
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M. E. Church
Ida Nordstrom
Polk
Colsome
Pelton
Ellen Johnson
Colson
Farmers Elevator Co
Scott Hall
13Q
L. S. Peterson
John W. Anderson
Aug. E. Anderson
Harry Sundberg
State Agricultural College
R. O. Andrew
McMullen
Benedict
Cmg
R. L. Erickson
Osceola
Olson
Ostergren
Aurora
Olson and McFarland
Ford
500
Local News Roundup from Stromsburg Area Friday
Maxine Eastman spent Friday in Stromsburg. Mrs Theo Larson was a York visitor last week. Martin Jones bought a Dodge coupe. Philbrick was a Lincoln visitor Friday. Clifford Codegan has chicken pox. Miss Rena Johnson was a York visitor. Mrs John Bengston rode to Hardville Friday evening. Winnie Gabrielson returned from Denver Friday. The W W G held a special meeting Friday at Ebba Hanquist’s home. missionary collection totaled over 17 dollars. Refreshments were served by the hostess.
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Maxine Eastman
Stromsburg
Theo. Larson
York
Martin Jones
Philbrick
Rena Johnson
John Bengston
Hardville
Winnie Gabrielson
Denver
Ebba Hanquist
Alvena Anderson
Chas
Albert Lind
Polk
J. W. Tenny
J.C. Green
Central City
Viking Theater
Hazel Day
Lydia Burke
Emma Lind
Margaret Stouffer
Waco
Hilding Strand
Greens Chapel Prep Service Says Sunday School At Ten
Sunday School begins at ten o clock next Sunday with District Superintendent arriving at 2 30 P M All interested in Greens Chapel urged to attend The note ends with a reference to Mr Clements and Professor Jimmerson of Stroms.
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Greens Chapel
Mr. Clements
Professor Jimmerson
Stroms
Obituary of Mrs. Jane Lockard of Shelby Ohio
Mrs. Jane Lockard born Weltha Jane Kinney in Coshocton County Ohio on September 20 1848 died February 6 1925 at age 76 funeral services were held at the M E church in Shelby with Revs R J Myers and G T Lavery in charge and burial in Shelby cemetery She married Thomas Lockard January 2 1872 and they lived in Nebraska later with three children Hattie Rosenbrook Omaha Florence Smith Shelby and Martha McKay Casper Wyoming Also surviving are sister Mrs Frank Kelly Denver brothers Wm Kinney Shelby and Grant Kinney California plus three grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
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Weltha
Jane Kinney
Coshocton County
Ohio
Thomas Lockard
Nebraska
Hattie Rosenbrook
Oamaha
Florence Smith
Shelby
Martha McKay
Casper Wyoming
Frank Kelly
Denver
Wm. Kinney
Grant Kinney
California
Methodist Church
Dorcas Society
M. E. Church
R. J. Myers
G. T. Lavery
Shelby Cemetery
Talks on Hogs at Liberty School House
Burg accompanied a Smith-Hugh es Agricultural Department representative to Liberty school house for a series of Monday evening talks on hogs. Attendees urged. sessions are free and run 8 P M. Mrs Thomas Kries hosts February 19 with Mrs T E Nelson aiding. Roads are poor with snow and mud hindering travel. Farmers Union plans a meeting at Fritz and Mrs Johnson's Friday evening February 20.
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Burg
Rippery
Smith-Hughes Agricultural Department
Liberty School House
Ladies Aid
Thomas Kries
T. E Nelson
Wesley Chapel Club Closes Alphabetical Calendar of Entertaining
Wesley Chapel Banked a February meeting at Mrs. Alvin Weeden home with helpers Mrs. Ralph Richards Mrs. Franklin Williams and Mrs. Floyd West to finish the club's alphabetical calendar of entertaining The club displayed the first list of children's clothing made by Mrs Monica Schott Enrollment opened for members wishing to take up and complete the year's work
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Wesley Chapel
Wesley Chapel Club
Alvin Weeden
Ralph Richards
Franklin Williams
Floyd West
Monica Schott
Wayland Church Notices for February 15 1925
The Wayland radioograph notice lists Sunday services at the church with Sunday School at 10 A M. The item indicates continued details on the last page.
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Wayland
Social event notices in local clubs and gatherings
Local society notices list upcoming meetings and entertainments. The N B B O Club and CN PEO chapter schedule Wednesday and Monday afternoon events with hostesses named, plus several dinners and club activities including Ladies Aid and Eastern Star Kensington gatherings. A 50 guest anniversary gathering at O J Kropatsch featured a large meal and informal afternoon.
Tanda group meets at guardian's home for ceremony
The Tanda group gathered Friday evening at Mrs. C. L. LeMar's home for a ceremonial meeting. Frances Bing, Kathleen Albin and Doris Hanson lit the candles of Work Health and Love. Carol Lemar attained the rank of Woodgatherer. Mrs. LeMar was appointed guardian, succeeding Mrs. Harry Brazee.
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Tanda
C. L. LeMar
Frances Bing
Kathleen Albin
Doris Hanson
Carol Lemar
LeMar
Harry Brazee
Maple Leaf Club Meeting Notes and Plans
The Maple Leaf Club met with Nellie Benson on February 3rd. Thirteen members and ten visitors attended. A sewing school exhibit demonstrated patterns and size adjustments. Lunch was hosted by a hostess with Ethel Frizzell and Retta Benson assisting. Next meeting with Vera Wieseman on February 19th. Mrs Insler of Emerson Company in Chicago arranged Osceola lecture series for 1925-1926 with 20 contracts signed. The course features an orchestra, a male quartet, a reader, a solo singer, and a comedy drama.
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Maple Leaf Club
Nellie Benson
Ethel Frizzell
Retta Benson
Vera Wieseman Nebruary
Mrs Ed Ryan Injured In Electric Wringer Incident
Last Monday morning Mrs. Ed Ryan, while washing, caught her left hand in an electric wringer. The injury was serious and she was taken to York Hospital. Doctors will try to save her arm and it may be two or three days before a final outcome is known.
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Ed Ryan
York Hospital
W. C. T. U. Meeting With Frances Willard Program
The W. C. T. U. will meet next Wednesday with Miss Lulu Hendrickson. A Frances Willard program will be presented.
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Lulu Hendrickson
Frances Willard
Mrs. David Timm Convalesces After Illness
Mrs. David Timm is convalescing satisfactorily following a recent illness, with recovery progress noted by her family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Timm
P. T. A. Meeting Draws Large Local Attendance
A well attended Monday PTA meeting at the school house featured community singing, papers on the child as playmate and child welfare amendment, piano duets, and talks on teacher traits. About 88 members responded to roll call, the largest turnout of the year.
York County Holds Special Election on County Farm Sale
York County voters will decide on Tuesday February 17 whether to sell the county Poor Farm. Supporters say the farm expenses are high and funds could be redirected, possibly toward a county fair grounds project already authorized by voters, with sale proceeds to fund the site purchase.
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York County
Nebraska
State Checker Tournament Opens Monday At Courthouse
The annual State Checker Tournament begins Monday at 10 30 in the courthouse with Jay Hastings as arrangements chairman The mayor S A Snider has challenged Rev H A Taylor to the first game The winner faces the tournament winner later in the week
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Court House
Jay Hastings
S. A. Snider
Rev. H. A. Taylor
Local News Briefs and Social Notes
Local notes include a big basket supper on February 20 at the G A R Hall for Legion benefits. Mrs. Joe Peterson visited relatives in Stromsburg. Rev W C George returned home from Claytonia Wednesday. M B Bittner arrived from Lincoln. The Emmons two year old injured his mouth while playing Tuesday. The John Gabriel home is quarantined for scarlet fever. Rev H A Taylor now able to be out after a sprained back. Ed Clobes of Shelby was taken to Lincoln for treatment. Mrs Jos Anderson left for Washington DC to visit relatives. C G Ekstrom recovering from recent operation at Immanuel Hospital and expects discharge soon.
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Red Feather Poultry
G. A. R. Hall
Legion Benefit
Joe Peterson
Stromsburg
W. C. George
Clatonia
M. B. Bittner
Lincoln
Roy Emmons
John Gabriel
H. A. Taylor
Ed Clobes
Shelby
Clobes
Jos. Anderson
Washington, D. C
Glenis ‘Gralton
Robert Anderson Gralton
John Miller
C. G. Ekstrom
Immanuel Hospital
Omaha
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Farm Bureau
M. N. Lawritson
Lxingion Department
Nelson Bros
John Fredrickson
Wieseman School
Myrtle Easley
Extension Department
A. C. Dunning
John Houdersheldt
Nick Matticks
Blaine On
Meosthe
Chas. Hastert
Hardware Dealers
Walter Umshler
Columbus
C. C. Hardy
J. Vaughn
Bovina, Colo
T. W. Day Home
Fullerton
Claude Bull
David City
Alma Hayhurst
Evelyn Babcock
Martin
Mable McGrew
St. Elizabeth Hospital
Adolph
Alt
J. E. Bernt
Pearl Tubbs
Houdersheldt
C. J. Schneider
John Gladder
John Albers
Mar
John Jaax Jr
C. R. Seward
Rising City
Webster Ray
Grand Island
J. Ball
Maud Reeder
Stromsbburg
Vera Watkins
Katherine Fozzard
Raisley Albers
Mary Mytholar
C. E. Castleberry
L. E. West
Frank Thrasher
John Thrasher
Frank Langhammer
Geraldine Miller
Foley
John Smith
Henry Morris
Everett Miller
Chursday
Ogal Miller
Frank Weeks
BE. L. Kinney
Hattie
Rosenbrook
Caroline
William
Jane Lockard
Frank Custer
Frenwnt
Lockard
Casper
Wyo
Leckard
M. A. Pike
Trais Wriday
Edgar Marcin
Ahildeen
Clarence Woods
Dorothy Weiser
Council, Bluffs
Hubert Thelen
George Smith
New Orleans
Edward Scow
H. W. .Umshter
Minnie Boyd
F. M. Umshter
Eva Portis
Ord
Robert Newton
E. L. Kinney
Fremont
Sophia Paul
Litchfield
C. A. Bosley
Martin Fasbender
Walter Bonner
Dick’s
Henry Olson
Morris
Susie Roran
Roran
Utica
South Dakota
Everett Reece
Mickey Gondringer
Bellwood
J. Gondringer
Frank Funkhouser
Wm. Funkhouser
A. Baker
First Presbyterian Church
The
American Legion
Woman’s
Legion Orchestra
Columbia
T. E. Barr
America
Washington
Ouk
Clifford Codegan
Harold Slusser
Denver Fridey
Mrs
Ethel Dielman
Green’s Chapel Club
E. C. Mouden
C. M. Dillaaver
Edmund Gable
John Gable
Farmers Union
Fritz Johnson
L. W. Hollister
C. M.torell
N. B. B. O. Club
Carl Propst
P. E. Sickles
W. O. Clark
Phil Campbell
P. E. O. Sisterhood
Fred Shuman
Geo. Craven
Beatty
W. I. Smith
Floyd Hartson
Jas. Inneass
Mark Timm
C. A. Olson
A. J. Herrman
8S. O. Whaley
Eastern Star Kensington
C. G. Timm
V. Lillian McBeth
Matilda Peterson
M. EB. Sturdevant
Geo. Carson
John Jarmin
Wilber Johnston
F. D. Mills
Woman’s Club
Clyde Smith
Rossini
W. H. Clark
Lulu Hendrckson
Mattie, Furman
Jas. Inness
O. J. Kropatsch
John Kropatsch
Wm. Flinger
Maple Leaf’ Club
W. Cc. T. U. Meeting
Joel Hanson
Woman's Club
Mesdames Frank Mills
Kenneth Cornish
I’. E. Barr
Frank H. Anderson
Valentine
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