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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1921
Page
1
The piece urges restraint and neutrality amid partisan pressure as citizens observe debates in Lincoln. It likens public opinion to busy ants on a path and warns against letting special interests drive lawmaking. Bill Runge cautions leaders to avoid harm when possible and seek fairness for all.
The governor’s six secretary nominees were ratified by the joint session after weeks of committee review. Leo B. Stuhr of agriculture faced opposition for poor relations with department heads, but won approval by a comfortable margin. The Record believes his tenure may hinder coordination and harm the department’s marketing and markets bureau.
Mrs L L Snider died Tuesday afternoon February 15 at the family residence in Osceola Nebraska from injuries sustained in a fall that broke her hip. Born Amelia J Nichols September 17 1842 at Natural Bridge New York she married Len L Snider October 18 1874. They moved to Polk County Nebraska in 1876 and Osceola since then. She had two children Harry who died in infancy and Fred C now in Faulkton South Dakota. She joined the Presbyterian Church in 1882 and was a charter member of the Osceola Chapter of the Eastern Star serving as Worthy Matron and member of the Merry Workers Society. Funeral services will be held Thursday at the Presbyterian church with Rev Alverson officiating. The community mourns a longtime Osceola resident.
Community committees in Beulah and Swede Home outlined programs for home farm and community activity focusing on income sources and profit factors. Leaders and goals were named. mass meetings in February adopted plans with active participation by men and women to improve home management and community cooperation.
The passage contrasts the rise of corporate power with the common man’s fight for equality under law. It notes corporations can be legitimate or oppressive, praises lawmaking for safeguarding equality, and urges minimizing mistakes in governance while firms grow in influence and profit. It emphasizes accountability and the hope that lawmakers will increase the good and reduce harm.
SURETY INVESTMENT CO. outlines a first farm mortgage pace of 5800 dollars in Polk County. The notice highlights the loan amount and involved party.
Market notes show butter at 20 cents, wheat around 1.52, hogs near 8.60. Ambiguous OCR text lists several figures with unclear labels but indicates price points for dairy grains and livestock.
The P. K. Lodge of Osceola held an open meeting on Tuesday evening February 15 with about 120 members and friends present. The program included an address by Mr Milner of the State Department, musical solos by Lennis Heald Miss Alcorn Robt Inness and others, followed by refreshments and greetings.
Ben McCormick received a pleasant surprise at his home on February 15 for his 61st birthday. About twenty four relatives and friends attended a substantial noon dinner enjoyed by all. Attendees included Mr and Mrs C C McCormick Mr and Mrs Hervey McCormick Mr and Mrs Jno McCormick and Mr and Mrs Collier and daughter Mrs Bobbett Mr and Mrs Jno Lundgren Mrs Stingley Mr and Mrs Robert Frezeall Mr and Mrs Walter Weismann and Mr and Mrs George Weisman
F C McDonald, recently with the Canadian Cavalry acting as infantry in France, spoke across the country for the Red Cross. He was captured at Ypres in 1916 and escaped a year later while touring for wartime relief. He is also connected with the Building and Loan Company for Lincoln.
Local manager W H Grabe joins Standard Oil after years with Rystrom Implement. Edna Ekeley buys spring millinery in Kansas City. Elmer Van Ostrand and M A Carlson visit Stromsburg for business with A B Hedblooom. Basketball game with high school ends in a near tie. community groups host banquets and meetings.
The Osceola firemen hosted a benefit concert at the Osceola auditorium on Monday evening February 14. Madam Altinus Tullis impressed with a natural voice and stage presence while Ralph R. Heald, a local home resident, offered a strong bass and held the audience's attention with praise for his vocal performance.
The sixth act of the Winter Chautauqua, the Toots Paka Hawaiian Troupe, delivered a standout musical program. The full-blooded Hawaiian performers impressed with skilled melodies and a distinctly Hawaiian stage presence. Plans are underway to bring them back next year.
Gust E Johnson, born January 14 1860 in Ostergotland Sweden, died February 6 1921 in Seattle Washington. He was known by Polk County's older settlers for residing on a Valley farm until about twelve years ago when he moved to Washington.
Local notices report Liberty J L Hurd with a sore throat, Mrs Loyd Hallister with ill mother Mrs Al Westinius of Stromsburg. Epworth League sets Feb 25 meeting at Jas McKeag home. soap demonstration by Mrs Swan Larson and Mrs J B Renner drew about 12 ladies. Green's Chapel group cleaned F W Berggren house for new minister. a large midday dinner followed. minister and wife to arrive from Illinois this week for Sunday greeting.
A catalog of new library fiction and juvenile titles includes Mary Marie by Davice Balfour and The Prairie Mother by Rinehart, alongside classics by Twain and Burgess, Edward Eggleston, Seton, and Sidney. Nonfiction titles cover cinema craft, Lincoln and Washington celebrations, and democratic education.
Ade seeks more returns from a broad range of wants expressed by buyers. The item notes that the seller offers many options and pledges efficient fulfillment.
The legislature weighs shifting tangible and intangible property onto or off the assessment rolls. Proposals include tax free building and loan stocks, exemptions for village homes and farm improvements, and biennial real estate valuation starting 1922. Officials warn exemptions likely fail but expect real estate taxes to rise if rolls shrink. Osceola faces an ice shortage this summer. Public Service Co proposes moving a York ice plant to Osceola with a $10,000 cost, via private funding or stock, as a practical municipal solution.
Margaret Newcomer suffered injuries after a bicycle accident while riding with another girl. The front wheel buckled on a hill, tossing the girl onto the sidewalk. She was taken home and fell into a coma with suspected brain concussion, but latest reports say she is improving.
A. B. Swanson visited Tuesday for Frank Walker hog sale then remained to attend the Merrick hog sale buying two head of hogs during his stay.
Swede Olson faces Orland Miller in a tug of war event at Osceola Auditorium on Monday night. Shelby and Osceola athletes clash in another tug of war match announced for February.
Mrs. L. L. Snider former Past Grand Matron of the Eastern Lodge of Nebraska died at her home after a month long illness from a broken hip. At death she was TS years 4 months and 29 days old. An active First Presbyterian Church member and former Merry Workers president she is survived by her son Fred of Paulk ton and her husband.
Fifteen schoolmates along with Miss Alverson and Miss Hull hosted a farewell party for Quentin Query at Lowell Lindquist home yesterday. The Query family departs for Fairmont Nebraska today. Guests played games and enjoyed refreshments while presenting Quentin with an Ever Sharp pencil.
Swede Olson will wrestle Miller at the Osceola Auditorium on Monday night February 21. Both contenders have posted money on the bout. Aurora backs Olson as the favorite, promising a fast, action filled match between two top state wrestlers.
Notice announces H Bergstrom opening a cream and produce station in the old Hotel building opposite Dr. Strong’s office in Stromsburg Nebraska. The shop will pay the highest market price for poultry eggs and cream and invites customers to trade. Phone 78 24-4.
Photographer E. Clark will begin taking pictures in Osceola on February 18 and will shoot every Friday Saturday and Sunday each week. All customers receive courteous treatment and reasonable prices for the latest fashion in photographs.
A basket social and program is set for Friday evening in School District No 49. The public is invited and ladies are asked to bring baskets for the event.
Frank Walker conducted a hog sale in the city on Tuesday last despite bad roads. Forty hogs were sold at an average price of 64 dollars and 50 cents each.
B J argues that a healthy liver is central to a long life and overall well being. The piece discusses liver function and implications for daily health choices in a concise opinion context.
Dr Olson the chiropractor advertises health benefits and invites patients to his office at the Mrs Detweiler home to experience chiropractic care.
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