Mother Remedies and County Agent Debate Echo Nebraska Past
A nostalgic piece recalls old time mother remedies and home cures with sulfur molasses sassafras and asafetida pellets, contrasting them with modern skin care and cosmetic methods. It then reports on County Agent funding, noting a defeated bill and the rise of Farm Bureaus in Nebraska counties including Polk, arguing bureaus require an agent to drive county efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bening
Nebraska
Peterson
Phelps County
House of Representatives
Boards of
House Committee
Polk County
From Warb M an and the Complexion Boom
A humorous monologue notes fashion shifts from past wartime garb to modern skin care. The writer mocks old styles and retraced trade names while comparing pioneer remedies to today’s more technical products and higher prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samantha
Josiah
Saratoga
Nebraska
Maggie
Card of Thanks Expressing Gratitude for Sympathy
A family thanks friends for sympathy and kindness shown at their time of sorrow and expresses regret at not being able to convey personal thanks.
Carlson Family Bid Fond Farewell to Swede Home
Last Tuesday afternoon the Swede Home congregation held a farewell surprise for Mr and Mrs Alfred Carlson and family. Rev Carl A Swaid gave a speech as they received gifts. The Carlsons plan to move to North Platte and guests wished them good luck in their new home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Carlson
Carl A. Swaid
Carlson
North Platte
Osceola Sunday School Convention at First M E Church
Osceola District holds a Sunday School Convention at the First M E Church on Sunday February 27 from 1 30 to 4 P M The program features organ solo Ruth Walker congregational singing devotionals music a male quartet and a discussion led by Eva Wieseman on the biggest question facing the Sun day School speakers include Prof Andrews Mrs Berck M E Bittner Mrs B H Lindquist and others
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osceola
M. E
Ruth Walker
Eva Wieseman
Prof. Andrews
Berck
M. E. Bittner
B. H. Lindquist
Obituary of Je Hopewell Powell Shore with long service
Je Hopewell Powell Shore born March 17 1833 in Columbia County Ohio lived in Indiana and Marion County Iowa before homesteading four miles north of Osceola Nebraska. A Civil War corporal in Co D Indiana Cavalry, he married three times, parented many children and grandchildren, and remained a devout church member. He died February 19 1921 aged 87 years 11 months and 2 days, with funeral held at First M E Church Osceola conducted by Rev W W Hull.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hopewell Powell Shore
Columbia County
Ohio
Indiana
Marion County
Iowa
Co. D. Ind
Jona Cavelry
Jane Wiley
Benjamin
Isabelle
L. Vaughn
Sarah A. Wood
E. G. Shore
A. L. Shore
A. E. Dawe
Osceola
Jessie McDonald
Beyond Maron
Nebr
Kingdom of Christ
Avas
Aska
Death of Eugene Schneider in Shelby
Eugene Schneider, son of Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Schneider of Shelby, born January 18, 1912, died February 17, 1921 at Methodist hospital in Omaha from peritonitis and acute appendicitis after a fall from a lay loft. Funeral at Catholic church Monday February 21 conducted by Father Wagner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene Schneider
Shelby
Methodist
Imaha
Father Wagner
Polk Teachers and Board Education Reception Honors Washington Birthday
On February 22 Polk school teachers and Board of Education members were hosted by J CS Fleming and Ashbury Stromberg in honor of Washington's birthday. The event included speeches toasts and refreshments with a well timed good gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Polk School
Board of Education
A. H. Shafer
J.cs. Fleming
Ashbury Stromberg
Pleasant surprise for Walgreen couple at church event
Monday evening at the Chas Walgreen farm home the St Paul Lutheran church youth hosted a large gathering. The young people presented a silver gift to the couple and speeches were given by Rev A Serenius and others during a cheering program. Refreshments were served by the League’s young ladies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Walgreen
St. Paul Lutheran Church
Sandall
A. Serenius
League
Community Notes From Stromsburg and Surroundings
Victor Anderson attended a Victorola dealers banquet in Columbus. A new Green Chapel pastor from Illinois and his wife will reside on the Youndquist farm south of Shappell. Victor Newman from North Platte visited a few days. Foreclosure sale of Gust Lofgren’s farm by Benedict Farmers State Bank. Prof. Clarence Haghyn returns to help. Local social and school events, visits by several residents, and a note that Record Want Ads bring results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victor Anderson
Columbus
Victor Victorola
Vic
Dovis
Green Chappell
Illinois
Youndquist
Shappell
Victor Newman
North Platte
Joe
Sie
Gust
Dr. Shaw
Our City
Stanton
Geass Ae
Moore
Edna Olson
Marsgorie Hedbloom
Lincoln
Scott Hall
Arthur Belcher
Benedict
Martha
Nellie Smith
Morace F. Smith
Polk
W. J. Shaling
Omaha
S. B. Samuelson
York
Stromsburg
Norval Pearce
Geneva
Hedloom
Branden
C. F. Moore
Henry L. Fillman
Ord
Henry
Old Commercial Club
In Memoriam Mrs. L. L. Snider Funeral Rites Held
Funeral services for Amelia J. Nichols Snider were held at the Presbyterian church in Osceola Nebraska with Rev. W. W. Alverson officiating. The Eastern Star and local groups participated. she died at 75 years, leaving husband L. L. Snider, a son, four grandchildren, and a life of church and community service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. L. Snidér
Presbyterian Church
W. W. Alverson
Thessalonians
R. E. Dearborn
J. F. Ayres
Frank Anderson
Leslie Crow
Eastern Star
Grand Lodge Order
Masonic Lodge
Merry Workers
Osceola
Amelia J. Nichols
Natural Bridge
New York
Platt Nichols
Osceolla
The
Order
Osceola Order
Star
Nebraska
Hughes Nomination Signals Continuity in U S Foreign Policy
The piece argues President elect Harding will appoint Charles E Hughes as head of the state department, affirming a consistent American foreign policy. It contrasts Hughes with Wilson, contending Hughes' stance four years ago was correct and remains so today, shaping steady state department leadership and policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles E Hughes
Harding
America
Charles KE. Hughes
State Department
Wilson
Hughes
White House
Charles B. Hughes
Stranger Wins Coat with Bad Check at Local Store
A man named Rice from David City attempted to buy an overcoat at W. Q. Johnson store for $40. He paid with a $50 check that bounced, received $10 change, and did not return for the coat, arousing suspicion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Q. Johnson
Rice of
David City
Shank Given Six Months In Lincoln County Jail
Herman Shank of Silver Creek faced federal court in a Volstead Act case. The judge reviewed his poor prior record and noted a strong disposition to violate laws, but the U.S. government insists on enforcing its laws. Shank was sentenced to six months in jail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Shank
Silver Creek
Shank
United States
Lincoln County
World Herald
Women of Swede Home to Discuss House Dresses
The Home Department and Farm Bureau announce meetings this week. On Tuesday March 1 in the Farmers Union Hall the women will discuss house dresses and aprons and enroll in a millinery school. Demonstrations and talks follow on orchards and fruit tree care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers Union Hall
Dorcas Society
Methodist Church of
Shelby
Methodist
Platte Valley
E. H. Hoppert
State Farm
R. C. Draper
Stromsburg
Mark Timm
Andrew Monson
Polk and StromsburgMeet in Twin Basketball Nights
Polk High hosted two games on Friday with Polk defeating Stromsburg 17 to 9 while Osceola High beat Polk 30 to 12. Local visits included Dr F B Slusser and Lester Stark seeking Mayo treatment and several residents traveling to Omaha Denver and Rochester for various reasons. The Polk Mercantile interior was being rearranged and a farewell for Mrs. Dahle was held at Louis Beckman's home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polk
Stromsbury
Stromsburg
Osceola High
Polk High
Osceola
Phillip Leck
Crete
Westfall
Omaha
Clyde Stevens
York
C. C. McCune
Haxtun
Colorado
J. S. Fleming
J. J. Rodgers
Arvada
J. Dunn
E. G. Johnson
C. 8
Baptist Church
J. N. Pressinger
Denver
Louis Beckman
Wm. Dahle
Mount Vernon
Washington
C. R. Peterson
Columbus
C. A. Jack
Tekamah
Nebraska
C. G. Jack
Fred Blase
Elsie Anderson
Asbury Stromberg
Willard Lindberg
Herbert Wurtz
Grand Island
R. N. Cox
Harry and
Shannon Shafer
Polk Mercantile Co
Stromaburg and
J. F. Null
Anselmo, Nebr
G. F. Null
Neighbor thanks for help during illness
J. A. Carlson extends thanks to neighbors who helped with chores and work while they were ill, expressing appreciation for community support and kindness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Carlson
Orland Miller Wins Again In Fast Somersault Wrestling Bout
Orland Miller defeats Swede Olson in straight falls before a packed crowd. First fall after 19 minutes via hammerlock. second fall in 30 minutes with headlock and arm bar as Miller’s weight and strength wear down Olson. Ferris of Grand Island challenged the winner as promoter Jay Flusting refereed preliminaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aer
Olson
Guzelling
Hammerr
Miller
Sweden
Pior
Mgr
Jay Flustings
Dr Ferris
Grand Island
Osceola
Miller-Ferris
Manager Wanted for Unexcelled Telephone Intensifier Baryphone
S. & S. Manufacturing Co. seeks a manager in this county to handle salespeople and demonstrations. Requires small capital for office and handling of salesmen. Article notes a clear whisper in advertising. Chicago based at 3323 Seminary Avenue, Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. & S. Manufacturing CO
Seminary Avenue
Chicago, Ill
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Memoriam
Charles E. Hughes
Onethirty
Eivery
A. A. Young
Ed Wagner
J.R. Crouse
Forgeny
Home Department—Farm Bureau
Orland Miller
Swede Olson
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