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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1948
Page
4
Cronse Tex Drug Co Offers Honey and Almond Cream Purse
Illinois Honey and Almond Cream and Ladies Coin Purse priced at 6 cents from Cronse Tex Drug Co, valued at $1.25. This compact sale highlights a small cosmetic item and a purse offered together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jlinois
Cronse-Tex Drug Co
Soldier Bob Grossnicklaus Returns Home After 14 Months
Mr and Mrs Ervin Grossnicklaus announce their son FPfe Bob Grossnicklaus is en route home from 14 months of M. P. duty with the army occupation forces in Korea arriving this week. He served in the Far East and is expected to reunite with his family soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ervin Grossnicklaus
Fpfe
Bob Grossnicklaus
Army
Core
Bercks Visit Lincoln. Mrs Berck Stays With Sister
Mr and Mrs George E Berck drove to Lincoln on Saturday and Mrs Berck remained to spend several days with her sister Mrs Walter Wieseman this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George E. Berck
Lincoln
Mrs. Berck
Walter Wieseman
Lovely new spring hats at Johnsons Easter bonnets
Just arrived and ready for Easter. Johnsons offers a fresh selection of spring hats for the holiday. Visit today to find the perfect bonnet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnsons
Omaha man guest of son over long weekend
Thomas E. Kelley of Omaha visited his son Dr. D. T. Kelley and family from Friday to Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas E. Kelley
Omaha
D. T. Kelley
Ride-A-Wees Evening Hosted by Mrs Dwight M Bush
Mrs Dwight M Bush hosted a Ride-A-Wees gathering Wednesday evening, entertaining guests and coordinating activities for the social event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dwight M. Bush
Esther Pratt Returns Home From Osceola Visit
Mrs. Esther Pratt of Lincoln returns home Thursday after spending the fore part of the week with relatives and friends in Osceola.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esther Pratt
Lincoln
Osceola
New Shipment of Aladdin Electric Tables at Kepneer’s
Mrs. Ervin Grossnicklaus traveled from Columbus to visit her sister Edith Buckmaster on Monday and they then spent Tuesday in Omaha together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kepneer’s
Ervin Grossnicklaus
Columbus
Edith Buckmaster
Omaha
Mrs Uf S Eklund Hosts Thesab O Lot Society
Mrs Uf S Eklund entertained thesab O Lot Society at her home on Wednesday afternoon, a small social gathering noted in the local society column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uf. S. Eklund
Williams Shaving Cream and Aqua Velva at Grouse-Tex Drug
The Grain County drugstore Grouse-Tex Drug Co offers Williams Shaving Cream and Aqua Velva in T5c size. Both items listed as available at the shop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williams
Grouse-Tex Drug Co
Monson Family Hosts Visitors from Clay Center and Lincoln
Mr and Mrs Donald Monson entertained Elmer Monson and family of Clay Center and Marvin Monson of Lincoln at their home Sunday. S Sgt and Mrs Louis Izzi Boo Cator and Miss Marjory Camp of Shelby attended the Dome gathering of Delmar Mc Fadden and the Columbus band concert in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donald Monson
Elmer Monson
Clay Center
Marvin Monson
Lingoln
S.sgt
Louis Izzi
Boo Cator
Ttingo Party Prizes At St Vincent Church
A Sunday evening event at St Vincent Church offers prizes and refreshments as a community gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Vincent Church
Visit of Miss Hrma DeLand to Omaha
Miss Hrma DeLand of Omaha visited over Sunday here with Mr and Mrs William DeLand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hrma DeLand
Omaha
Wm. DeLand
Peterson and Hungon Refereed Seward and Aurora Games
Dr R GO Peterson and Leonard Hungon officiated basketball games at Seward Friday night and Aurora Saturday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. R. GO. Peterson
Leonard Hungon
Sewardriday
Aurora
Ball Family Dines with Maurers in Omaha
Guy Ball Tom and Sally with Mrs Issther Helquist traveled to Omaha Sunday. The Ball family were dinner guests of Mr and Mrs E J Maurer and returned home that evening. Mrs Helquist remained in the city for a longer stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy Ball
Tom
Sally
Issther Helquist
Omaha
Ball
E. J. Maurer
Stop Your Flock Colds with Sals Burys New Sulfa Drug
A veterinary notice promotes Sals Burys New Sulfa Drug and spray to prevent flock colds. Avi Tab is added to the feed as an extra tonic. Sold by Crouse Tex Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crouse-Tex Drug Co
Almstrums Host Visitors at Kearney Home
Mr and Mrs Ed Almstrum and daughter Mrs Hubert Russell visited Sunday at the home of Mr and Mrs Kenneth Almstrum in Kearney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Almstrum
Hubert Russell
Kenneth Almstrum
Kearney
Dunns Return From California Visit
Mr and Mrs Calmar Dunn came back Monday after a trip to California to visit their daughter Mrs Kenneth Lora and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calmar Dunn
California
Kenneth Lora
Knight Visits In Stromsburg Hospital Arrangement
Mr and Mrs John Knight of Louisville Nebraska visited Mrs A B Bintz patient at Stromsburg Hospital. Mrs Knight stayed several days with Mr Bintz in Stromsburg during the hospital visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Knight
Louisville
Nebraska
A. B. Bintz
Stromsburg
Mr. Bintz
Oliver Westburg Returns Home After Illness
Oliver Westburg, once ill at Stromsburg hospital, has been discharged and now resides at the Stromsburg Hotel, marking his recovery and temporary housing arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oliver Westburg
Stromsburg Hospital
Stromsburg Hotel
College guest Marvin Morgan visits Lincoln residents
Marvin Morgan of Washington D. C. and college student in Lincoln was a weekend guest in the home of Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Rhodes and their daughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvin Morgan
Washington D. C
Lincoln
LeRoy Rhodes
Sunday Bingo Party at Vincent's Church
A Sunday evening bingo event at Vincent's Church features prizes and lunch for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S&s. Vincent’s Church
Thelander to Sing With Gustavus Choir on 3000 Mile Tour
Wesley W Thelander of Osceola will sing with the Gustavus Adolphus college choir during its March tour. The 3000 mile itinerary visits Chicago Columbus Pittsburgh and Washington DC as part of the Lutheran Augustana Synod of America centennial celebration. The 56 student choir performs sacred choral music suitable for Lent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley W. Thelander
Frank W. Thelander
Osceola
Gustavus Adolphus College Choir
Chicago
Columbus
Pittsburgh
Washington DC
Lutheran Augustana Synod of America
Schnasses Return After Three-Week Texas Trip
Mr and Mrs E A Schnasse visited Corpus Christi Texas with Mr and Mrs Carl Wieseman and families for three weeks. They also traveled in Mexico and returned Tuesday. Lydia Engelhardt accompanied them home by plane after eight months with relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. A. Schnasse
Carl Wieseman
Corpus Q Christi
Texas
Bill Terry
Frederic Prue
Arthur
Paul
Mexico
Lydia Engelhardt
Swede Home News Social Roundup and Birthdays
Local residents share visits and gatherings with friends and family across Swede. Notable events include birthday celebrations for Ada Lundstrom and Mrs Otto Swanson, plus a Father Son Banquet planned by the Lutheran Brotherhood with Dr Walter Fahrer and a male quartet invited.
Darlene Light and William LaVelle Wed at Immanuel Lutheran
Miss Darlene Light and William LaVelle exchanged marriage vows at Immanuel Lutheran Church Polk on a February Wednesday in 1948 in a double ring ceremony officiated by Rev C W Long. The couple’s attendants wore aqua yellow gowns and the bride carried briar cliff roses and sweet peas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Immanuel Lutheran Church
Polk
Darlene Light
Irwin Light
William LaVelle
Merle LaVelle
Poli
C. W. Long
Mars. Tidon Anderson
Stromsburg
Ilmor
Miss Howet Light
Louis Light
Jerome Light
Light
Wallace Lind
Elmer Garner
Aurora
Eldon Anderson
Donald Johnson
Osceola
Lennis Lind
Elmer Wilshusen
Wedding Bells Signal Polk County Couple's Home
The bride and groom celebrated with large white bells at the parents' wedding. A two course lunch followed and the couple cut the first piece of cake before Miss Rowena Light cut the cake at the bride's request. They received many useful gifts and will establish their home in Polk.
Meisters Honor C J Meister With Bellwood Birthday Party
Mr and Mrs Lawrence Meister and Marlene and Larry attended a surprise birthday party Monday evening at Bellwood Home in honor of C J Meister with family and friends present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Meister
Marlene
Larry
C .J. Meister
Bellwood
E. V. Fernandez Returns From Midwest Trip
E. V. Fernandez came home last week after a two week tour through Illinois and Iowa. He visited the Ted Rutter family at Newton Iowa and Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Rutter in Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. V. Fernandez
Illinois
Iowa
Ted Rutter
Newton
Sidney Rutter
Salvation Army to Mail Letters for Osceola Welfare Campaign
Dr. H. S. Eklund announces special letters will be mailed to Osceola citizens to raise funds for local and regional welfare needs. A uniformed Salvationist with official authorization will make personal calls to launch the initial campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. S. Eklund
Salvation Army Service Unit
Osceola
Kemtone Decor Paint Spotlight at Crouse Tex Drug Co
Kemtone comes in many colors and covers well with fast drying and easy application. Available now at Crouse Tex Drug Co for home and project use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crouse Tex Drug Co
Mr and Mrs L I Her Visit Johnsons in Stromsburg
Mr and Mrs L I Her called on Mr and Mrs Justus Johnson at Stromsburg Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. L. I. Her
Mrs. Justus Johnson
Stromsburg
Mojud Hosiery Sale At Johnson’s Apparel Shop
A shopper is urged to buy first quality low price Mojud Hosiery at Johnson’s Apparel Shop, promising value and comfort for men and women seeking affordable legwear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chevrolet
Johnson's Apparel
Johnsons’ Apparel Shop
Local Couples Visit Omahas Golden Glove Event
Mr and Mrs Fred Dunn and Mr and Mrs Verland Bauer visited Omaha last Sunday as guests of Mr and Mrs John Ringel while attending the Golden Glove tournament in that city. A bingo party is set for Sunday evening at St Vincent's Church at 6 o'clock. all are welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Dunn
Verland Bauer
Rising City
Omaha
John Ringel
St. Vincent’s Church
County AAA Plans Farm Meetings Across Precincts
The County AAA Committee schedules meetings to sign 1948 farm plans in all precincts except Osceola. Osceola plans are available at the AAA office until April 1 1948. Meetings run 1:00 to 5:00 PM at listed locations on March 3 to March 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Aaa
Osceola
AAA
Canada
McMeekin Implement Co
Shelby
Clear Creek
Nick Elle
Community Credit Corporation
Wallace couple back from month long southern trip
Dr and Mrs O O Wallace returned home Monday after a month’s vacation that took them through the southern and western states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. O. O. Wallace
Crouse-Tex Drug Co Promises Prompt Film Development
For good pictures and prompt service, have your films developed at Crouse-Tex Drug Co. This line advertises quick turnaround and reliable processing at a local drug store offering photography services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crouse-Tex Drug Co
Wesley Chapel Club Holds February Meeting at Gibbins Home
The Wesley Chapel Club met February 18 at Mrs. Jim Gibbins home with Mrs. Harry Brazee assisting. Project leader Mrs. Art Deeter led a lesson on laundry and electric irons. The group chose Mrs. Belle Merrick, first president, as their shut-in for the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley Chapel Club
Jim Gibbins
Harry Brazee
Art Deeter
Belle Merrick
Pickett Hosts Nelsons and Nelsons for Friday Visit
Mr and Mrs Bruce Pickett entertained Mr and Mrs Otto Nelson and son and Mr and Mrs Harold Nelson at their home Friday. The gathering reflected a social occasion with multiple families in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce Pickett
Otto Nelson
Harold Nelson
West Coast Vacation Reunions and Shower News
Mr and Mrs Carl Johnson returned from a month on the west coast. Mrs Dale Dunn hosted a shower near Bellwood for her sister Mrs Larry Boro, a recent bride. Mr and Mrs Floyd Frizzell and their sons visited the Picketts in Silver Creek on Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Johnson
West Coast
Fred Dunn
Dale Dunn
Bellwood
Larry Boro
Floyd Frizzell
Miss Flyera Carman Takes New Post at Local Exchange
Miss Flyera Carman, formerly at the Corn Palace Cafe, begins duties as telephone exchange operator this week. A local ad promotes a Perfect Sleeper mattress at Kepler’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flyera Carman
Corn Palace Cafe
Kepner's
Card of Thanks from Mrs. Donald Schmoker
Mrs. Donald Schmoker thanks friends and neighbors for flowers and gifts sent during her hospital stay. She expresses sincere gratitude for the thoughtful kindness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donald Schmoker
Sea the new shades in Carn Nome and Cheri Lip Sticks
Cronse-Tex Drag Co introduces Coast shades Carn Nome and Cheri Lip Sticks with bold color range and glossy finish. Local shoppers anticipate updated lipstick lines and new packaging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carn Nome
Cotv
Cronse-Tex Drag Co
Polk News Ties Local Families Across Visits
Mr and Mrs Ross Wrabiel and baby of Aurora returned home after a two week visit with her parents Mr and Mrs Clatford Cramer and boys. Several local families shared gatherings including birthdays and dinners. Patricia Elaine born February 16 at St Elizabeth hospital Lincoln to Fortis Fitting and Bernice Larson. Arlene Hahn begins work at General Mills Minneapolis. Homer Branting of Grand Island visited George Wartz family Friday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waldo Rodene
Lincoln Port
George Anderson
Harry Rodene
Edwin Olson
Fremont
August Johnson
Evelyn Oquist
Frank Oquist
Ronald Sarow
Arthur Cederberg
Carl Cederberg
John
Harland Johnson
DeVon
Carl Johnson
Ansel Fredrickson
Edwin Lewis
al Yungdahl
Ada Lundstrom
Rudolph Appleton
Martin Lundstrom
Elaine
James
Signe
Walter Samuelson
Lutheran Brotherhood
Walter Fahrer
Luther College
Ross Wrabiel and
Haby
Aurora
Demaris
Osceola
Ollie Johnson
Elwyn Johnson
Fred Johnson
Arlene Hahn
Minneapolis
General Mills
Homer Branting
Trand Island
George Wartz
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Wringer
Coronado
Fisher
Chevrolet .Ie
Osceola, Nebraska
Swede Home News
Martin Jones
Thorace Stevens
Harry Johnson
George B. Anderson
Otto Swanson
Martin Appleton
Raymond Poland
Earl Hoffer
Arthur Swedenburg
Wesley Swedenburg
Lena Johnson
Delia Samuelson
Kenneth Menting
Donna
Edna Lundgren
William Larson
Esme Franzen
Rolland Ekstrom
Light—Lavelle
AAA Farm News
Motts
York
Zeke
Cravens
Eee
Hoosier Sts
P.S
Osceola Lumber Co
Rey
Fasthios Shoes
Crosby
Roger’s Shoe CO
York, Nebraska
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