Old Hickory and The Democratic Split in 1920
A critical view of Woodrow Wilson and William Jennings Bryan argues they threaten party unity as the 1920 campaign approaches. The piece frames Bryan versus Wilson as deep splits, revisiting Jackson Day era rhetoric and predicting a renewed intra party clash over terms and leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Bryan
Wilson
Bryan
Taft
Roosevelt
Temple
Woodrow
G. Cleveland
William
League of Nations
Mr. Wilson
White House
Bryan Balks
Card of Thanks for Estella Gregg Family
The Gregg family expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for the kindness shown to husband and father Estella Gregg. Tributes and deeds are gratefully remembered by Mrs. Estella Gregg and relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estella Gregg
Grace and Valley M E Churches Meet For Missionary Work
The Missionary society gathered at Elias Timm's home last Thursday. Men and women found the meeting engaging and productive. P C Weiseman and Mark Timm were elected Sunday School superintendents for the coming year. A King's Herald organized with Viola Timm as president and Della Weiseman as vice president among others. Sunday services listed with times and a town church meeting scheduled for Saturday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace & Valley M.E
The
Missionary Society
Elias Timm
P. C. Weiseman
Mark Timm
S. S
King’s Herald
Viola Timm
Della ‘Weiseman
Clarice’ Herrmann
Dorothy Koehler
Theodore Janing
Corr
Walter Schmoker
Treas
Freddie Weiseman
Herold Weiseman
Libr
Verna Klein
Epworth League
Thanks for kindness after death of husband and father
Mrs. A. G. Johnson and children express heartfelt thanks to neighbors and friends for kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of their husband and father.
Farm Home of Albert Bernt Burned in Osceola Area
A farm house northeast of Osceola was destroyed by fire Wednesday night, with the Bernt family losing most contents. Insurance on the structure and contents totals about $900, while rebuilding would cost $2,000 to $3,000. Neighbors reported the blaze, and a visit by adjustors found the origin unknown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Bernt
Osceola
Polk-Butler Mutual
Polk County
Bernt
Frank Bernt Sy
Farewell Surprise For Senns Before France Visit
Neighbors and friends gathered Thursday night at the Senn home northeast of Osceola to honor Mr and Mrs August Senn before their six month trip to France. The party featured dancing, cards, and a sumptuous dinner as well wishes were offered for a safe voyage and return to Polk County.
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August Senn
Osceola
France
Jenn
Polk County
Surprise for Ralph Dearborn by Presbyterian choir
The male chorus and choir of the Presbyterian church honored Ralph Dearborn at his home on Monday evening with a pleasant surprise. He received an elegant ring for his faithful leadership in organizing and instructing the choir and chorus. Three male quartettes now flourish under his direction, including the original six year old group formed by Ware, Anderson, Ayres and Dearborn.
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Ralph Dearborn
The
Presbyterian Church
R. B. Dearborn
Dearborn
Messrs. Ware
Anderson, Ayres and Dearborn
Harmony Society Meeting At Mrs Elmer Johnsons Home
St Pauls Lutheran Church announces the Harmony Society meeting at Mrs Elmer Johnsons home on Wednesday January 14 at 230 PM. Prayer meeting at the church Thursday 730 PM. The Lutheran League holds its annual meeting Friday January 16 at 730 PM with reports and officer elections. Confirmation class Saturday 2 PM. Sunday school 10 AM and services 11 AM English and 730 PM Swedish.
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ST. Paul’s Lutheran Church
The
Harmony Society
Elmer Johnson
Luther League
League
Wilda Nelson
L. J. Johnson
Arthur Oberg
Augustana
Lutheran Companion
Adolf Serenius
County Officials Visit Polk For Legal Errand
County Attorney M. A. Mills and H. H. Campbell traveled to Polk on a legal errand Saturday, accompanying no other details.
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M. A. Mills
Polk
Obituary for Andrew G. Johnson Pioneer of Swede Home
Andrew G. Johnson born March 18 1849 in Danke Somanland Sweden, died January 1920 at age 70 in Osceola Nebraska after a long illness. Survived by wife Inga Sophia Nelson, four children Arthur N Johnson Mrs Guy Lovell Elmer B Johnson and Oscar T Johnson, eight grandchildren, three brothers and one sister. Funeral held January 9 at St Paul Lutheran Osceola with Rev Adolf Serenius officiating. Burial at Swede Home Cemetery.
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Andrew G.* Johnson
Danke
Somanland
Sweden
America
Lemont
Ills
Inga
Sophia Nelson
Varna
Polk County
Nebr
Phoebe Wilhelmina
Stromeburg
Oxceédia
Andrew G Johnson
Arthur N. Johnson
Guy Lovell
Elmer Be.johnson
Osceola
Qncar T. Johnson
Edgar
Lot
Mr. Johnson
Fair Land of the Midnight Sun
Johnson
Stromsburg
St.: Paul
Jesus
Christ
St. Paul Lutheran Church
Adolf Serenius
Jesus Christ
Mabel Swanson
Freda Mattson
Arnold Serenius
Arthur Anderson
Gust Johnson
Swan Mattson
L. J. Johnson
A. Samuelson
J. G. Carlson
Claus ‘Anderson
Swede Home
Teachers Examination Set for January 24 1920
The next regular Teachers Examination will be held at the county court room on Saturday January 24 1920. Schedule mirrors the November examination. Amelia Rasmussen County Superintendent.
Knights of Pythias lodge reorganized with 11 candidates
Zeno Lodge No. 82 Knights of Pythias held a reorganization meeting last evening. Eleven candidates were initiated with help from the David City and Lincoln degree teams. Grand Lodge officers Milner and Love led the work. A banquet followed at the Cafe. Officers for the coming year were elected, including R. B. Parris as Chancellor Commander and George Campbell as Vice-Chancellor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zeno Lodge
Knights of Pythias
David City
Lincoln
Grand Lodge
H. W. Milner
Will Love of
R. B. Parris
George Campbell
W. W. Alverson
Guy I. Lovell
Thos. Dolan
W. O. Hanson
A. F. Nuquist
Co. EB. Hansen
C. T. Frahm
L. R. Israel
J. L. Heald
J. A. C. Johnston
Old Settler Christina Anderson Dies After Long Life
Mrs Christina Anderson born June 11 1853 in Doderhult Parish Sweden came to Morris Illinois in 1876 and lived there most of her life She left eight children and twelve grandchildren and was a longtime member of Swede Home Lutheran Church The funeral was held Wednesday at Swede Home Cemetery officiated by Rev C A Sword Messages of remembrance came from relatives and friends in the area
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Christina Anderson
Doderhult
Smaland
Sweden
Morris
Ill
Charles G. Lawnson
Nebr
Sadie
Peter
Herman
Otto
Emil
Ills
Chas. Anderson
Burwell
Hilma Sailon
Minnesota Lake
Minn
Esther Bennett
Seneca Ilis
Anderson
Swede Home Lutheran Church
Deital
Poldce
Osceola American Legion Banquet Set for Thursday
The Osceola Post of the American Legion will host a banquet at the Commercial Club Room in Osceola next Thursday at 7 o clock. Merry Workers provide dinner at one dollar per plate with committee members W O Hanson T V Hamilton and Sheridan Van Hoosen in charge. The next Legion meeting Tuesday will adopt Rules and By-Laws and all members are urged to attend.
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American Legion
Osceola
The
Commercial Club
W. O. Hanson
T. V. Hamilton
Sheridan van Hoosen
the Legion
Eastern Star Picnic At Mickey Home Delights Members
The Eastern Star held a Tuesday night picnic at the home of Mr and Mrs O E Mick ey. Members enjoyed dinner at six o clock and then adjourned to the lodge room for the regular session. The event was enjoyed by all present.
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Eastern Star
O. E. Mickey
41st Wedding Anniversary Marked by Telegram Arrival
Yesterday marked the 41st wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Kunkel. A noon telegram announced the birth of a son to Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Hartzell of Riverton Wyoming. Mrs. Hartzell is formerly Miss Margaret Kunkel.
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D. H. Kunkel
J. W. Hartzell
Riverton
Wyo
Hartzell
Margaret Kunkel
High School Basketball Scores From Week's Games
The boys lost to Columbus 34 to 19 on Friday while the girls defeated Rising City 27 to 9 on Saturday, boosting the school's week record and reputation.
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High School
Baskie Ball
Columbus
Presbyterian Church Sunday Schedule and Class Talk
The Community Bible Class meets at 9 45 a m with William O Fallon discussing Upon What Does Courage Depend Other Sunday School at 10 a m regular divine services at 11 a m and 7 30 p m The Junior Endeavor gathers at 6 30 p m Pastor W W Alverson extends a cordial welcome to all interested attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
William O'Fallon
W. Alverson
Markets Today No 3 Wheat and Corn Prices
Market notes list prices for key commodities including wheat at 2.60, corn 1.23, oats 0.77, butter 0.40, and eggs 0.40. The brief snapshot reflects commodity trading levels in the period.
Funeral Service of Geo W Gregg
George W. Gregg, born July 7 1838 in Franklin County Indiana, died January 7 1920 in Osceola. A Civil War veteran of the 102nd Illinois Infantry, he served as postmaster, built Osceola’s first brick school, ran a nursery and orchard, and supported education and veterans organizations. Funeral rites were held at the Presbyterian church with G A R and American Legion honors.
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George W. Gregg
Franklin County
Indiana
John
Mary Gregg
Pennsylvania
Illinois
Mercer County
Times
Southland
102Nd
Ilinois Volunteer Infantry
Joseph G. Johnston
Sherman
Washington
General Grant
New Windsor
Amy Shaw
Harley L. Gregg
Chicago
Ill
Inez Burns
Garrison
N. D
Laverne L
Gregg
J. F. Reynold
Osceola
Odd Fellows
Mr. Gregg
Burglary Spreads Across Shelby With Three Night Break-ins
Shelby reports a string of burglaries Friday through Sunday including the Moon Mercantile, Reece’s Garage and Farmers Union store. The Moon store’s safe was entered after an elevator access and part of Saturday’s receipts and unendorsed checks were stolen. A suit of clothes and other apparel disappeared, with Monday banking hours revealing the loss. Sheriff Potter investigates as a local affair.
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Shelby
Moon Mercantile
Reece’s
Farmers’ Union
C. W. Moon
Moon
David City
Wie
Potter
Reece
Lincoln Tel and Telegraph hosts county employees meeting
STROMSBURG The Lincoln Tel and Telegraph Co held a gathering for county employees at Scott Hall last evening with central stations in charge by substitutes. George H. Preea served as master of ceremonies. Chauncey Arnold and W. J. Sabling wager on the Peschek-Stecher match, each backing a champion, with a chore for the loser. A band concert or grand ball may follow but has not been announced.
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Lincoln Telephone and Telegraph Co
Scott Hall
Geo. H. Prea
Chauncey- Arnold
W. J. Sabling
Peschek-Stecher
Arnold
Peschek
Sahling
Stecher
Chauncey
Mr. Sahling
Arnold Tonsorium
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Hickory
Io Taft
Mr. Taft
Mr.Wilson
Baltimore
Champ Clark
Democratic Party
East
Wr Bryan
Nquor
Faith of the Fathers
Andy Jackson
A. G. Johnson
Amelia Rasmussen
E. P
Geo. W. Gregg
Illinois Infantry
L. M. Shaw
O. BE. Mickey
R. E. Dearborn
Frank Anderson
Grand Army
T. W. Blake
Osceola Cemetery
Carnival OF Bobseries
Moon Store
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