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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1893
Page
1
Numerous brief items describe visits by Judge Wheeler and other locals to Seward and Lincoln, bird’s-eye notices of sales and auctions, theater and musical events, store promotions, and upcoming dramas. The record highlights include craftsmen, farmers, and merchants promoting goods, services, and entertainment in Polk County.
The home of Mrs H A Scott welcomed many lady friends for a tea party honoring her sister Mrs Edwards of Warsaw Illinois. Mrs Johnston and Mrs McGregor assisted. Guests chose name ribbons, enjoyed a sumptuous supper, played games for four prizes, and music followed.
At the bride’s parents home north west of Osceola on January 12 1898 Frank P Shelmadine married Miss Bordella M Heffelbower Rev Pier son of the M I church officiating Only close relatives attended a reception for the couple at the groom’s parents home the following day About 25 guests enjoyed the event and good times Were told Shelmadine is a respected local farmer and both families are well known in Polk County The Record offers congratulations and notes they will reside in Polk County
A 1892 recap of Osceola growth lists major improvements totaling 54800.60 dollars across opera house store, bank, residences, barns and yards. The article notes population rise, new buildings and demand for more, inviting investors and settlers to visit Osceola.
The Valley precinct Teachers association announces a Friday evening program at No 5 school house with speakers on U S history by M Crisp language by W N Thompson and penmanship by Josiah Moody. A general discussion on the relation of the public school to the community will follow and school directors and patrons are urged to attend.
Notice from Dr MILs asking any owner to return stray books to his office. no details on titles or dates provided.
Henry Monk was dangerously sick last week but is mending. Pat DeWire sold his farm to Clarence West for 2600. Wonderlish boys of David City bought in the valley. J. C. Engelhardt visited son George from Arlington. Philip Wieseman and Christ Timm returned from Greeley county. Oseur Gibbons came back from Indiana to Polk county and praises the area. Adam Hermann harmed his hand while hog butchering last Saturday.
Polk County Republican central committee will meet in Osceola at the secretary’s office on Saturday January 28 at 8 o'clock p m to consider the resignation of chairman D Ford and to transact other important matters. Full attendance is desired and all Republicans are invited to attend and assist. H H Campset secretary.
A notice from H. A. Scorr states all balances must be settled by cash or note by the end of January for the benefit of both customer and merchant. It invites anyone with an unsettled account to visit and attend to it.
The snippet advertises a wagon trade for a fresh cow, notes a Lexington Patent flour warranty claim, and mentions individuals T. M. Boxwar and R. K. Baum promoting remedies. It reflects a local commerce and product endorsement page with brief notices and weather remark.
Fred Caulton visited Columbus on Saturday. Hubert Tolman returned from a Texas trip. Mrs. Almonzo Graves left Saturday for Ogden. Uncle Squires sold his farm west of town to the Terrys. Miss Lillie Gates visited Clarks Friday to see friends. Kate Laurer hosted a party Saturday at Chas Powers. Mrs. Carrie Miller, Harmons’ daughter, is staying a few days. Miss Hattie and Exter Terry left for school in Wayne Nebraska. The Episcopal Guild held a social Friday night at L. K. Hills. one social event of the week.
Mr John Caraghar a Fulton County Ohio merchant says St Patrick s Pill are the best selling pills he handles. He notes a pleasant yardhartic effect and thorough action. Sold at Baums Druggist.
An old promotional note touts Dewitt's Little Marly Risers the famous blue pills as a remedy. The brief cites R. K. Baus as the touting agent for the product.
I D McFappgy of Shelby Nebraska offers loans at low rates secured by any good security.
All members of the J W Crozier Camp No 88 S of V are asked to attend the next regular meeting on Saturday January 28 at 2 o clock. Special business of importance will be considered. J W Belt captain.
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