Farm relief thoughts mix with road funding shift
The Fairmont Chronicle argues for farm relief and gravel roads while noting gasoline costs. George E. Hungerford becomes owner editor of Rising City Independent. A new state public works law moves highway maintenance to the state engineers department, placing Polk and York counties in one district under York's Fred Voyles.
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George E. Hungerford
Rising City Independent
State Department of Public Works
Meridian
Polk County
State Engineers Department
Polk
York
Fred Voyles
York County
My Favorite Stories By Irving Cobb Shot Tower Bet
In Baltimore years ago a tall shot tower stood near a saloon run by a German. Eugene Havez and a friend, short of funds, argued and bet drinks on which way the tower would fall. They tested the wager as the tower toppled, Havez claiming it would fall south and his friend north.
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Baltimore
Eugene Havez
New York
California
Havez
The
McNaught Syndicate, Inc
Criticism of Inspectors Decried by Federal Officials
Officials from the Department of Agriculture dispute a National Civil Service Reform League report on meat inspection and pure food law enforcement. They defend federal inspectors as trained and honest, noting the League’s criticisms largely target state and municipal authorities and rely on limited observations.
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Department of Agriculture
Civil Service Reform League
National Civil Service Reform League
United States Department of Agriculture
League
Department
Bureau of Chemistry
Civil Service Commission
Evolution of Polk County Farming From Horses to Tractors
The article notes that ancestral farms used inexpensive plows cultivators broadcast feeders and wooden harrows before tractors and power machinery became common. It observes a shift from horse and buggy to multiple automobiles and more produce moved to city markets. It cautions that higher profits require up to date farming and stock raising methods.
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Polk County
New Calf Club Organized in Polk County
The Polk County baby beef club organized in Stromsburg with officers elected: President Harold Johnson Vice President Ralph Allison Secretary Treasurer Raymond McCarty. Members include Harold Johnson Osceola Gilbert Benson Emmet Benson Glenn Frizzell Ralph Allison Homer Mouden Ford Mouden Raymond McCarty and Richard McCarty. Meetings set for Osceola on the second Wednesday each month with Ivan Sundberg as local leader. Also news that Mrs. Joe Bowser plans to return from Lineville in spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polk County Baby Beef Club
Stromsburg
Harold Johnson
Ralph Allison
Raymond McCarty
Osceola
Gilbert Benson
Silver Creek
Emmet Benson
Glenn Frizzell
Homer Mouden
Ford Mouden
Richard McCarty
Ivan Sundberg
Zez Confrey Mixes Salads and Songs
Zez Confrey famed composer of The Kitten on the Keys is praised as America’s most versatile pop composer. He blends cooking and music in a midnight supper with friends, sharing two favorite salad recipes Pineapple Cheese Salad and Mushroom dish with eggs on toast, olives and mango garnish, serving five.
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Zez Confrey
America
Confrey
Mr. Confrey
Manhattan
Murs Muring
Zez
Greta
Gay Tworof
Khedive's Ex-Chef Shares Cooking Secret From Egypt
Haroutoun Gedofjian, once chef to the khedive of Egypt and now owner of a Chicago restaurant, discusses his career and culinary secrets. He praises evaporated milk for its buttery flavor, used in baking and cooking, and recalls dishes favored by Lord Kitchener and Egyptian princes.
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Europe
East
Haroutoun Gedofjian
Egypt
Chicago
Haroutoun
Lord Kitchener
Sirdar
Soudan
Kitchener
Faroutoun
Prince Jamiel
Saad Pasha
Women’s Business League to Meet in Osceola Studio
The Women’s Business League of Osceola will meet next Monday evening at 7 39 at the Peterson Studio. Members are urged to attend to assist with important work.
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Women's Business League of
Osceola
Peterson Studio
Thompson Radio Sold by Carson Company
Carson Company sells Thompson radio models described as the last word in medium priced receiving sets. The item line highlights affordability and quality components.
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Thompson
Carson
Fifty Years Ago Osceola Homesteader Notes
A January 28 1874 Homesteader item recalls Evan Mickey first Osceola birth in Mickeyville and Myrtle Whaley first Osceola girl born to Dr and Mrs SC Whaley. It notes C D Stoner organizing the Patrons of Industry lodge at Osceola court house with J H Mickey as chairman. Also mentions birth of James Albert Davis near the family homestead and John A Beltzer opening the first implement store. A winery ad seeks a black sheepdog with white ring and three white feet.
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Homesteader Files
J H Mickey
Mickeyville
Aoy
Osceola
C D Stoner
National Lodge
Court House
Patrons of Industry
W P Davis
James Albert
James A Davis
John A Beltzer
Columbus
Seward
Winery
Annual meeting of Farmers Union Co operative Association
Notice calls stockholders of the Farmers Union Cooperative Association of Osceola Nebraska to meet Saturday January 30 1926 at 1:00 PM in the association offices Osceola Nebraska. F A Swanson is listed.
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Farmers Union Co-operative Association of
Osceola
Nebraska
F. A. Swanson
The Milk Lesson in Malaga by Irving Cord
A New York politician touring Spain with a journalist tries drawing milk for a waiter who cannot understand them. He sketches a cow and milkmaid, the waiter signals approval and rushes off to buy milk, returning with two bullfight tickets instead.
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New York
Spain
Malaga
Subscriptions Offered by Osceola Distributor
An Osceola Nebraska notice invites readers to obtain magazines or daily papers by writing calling or visiting F M Fox at phone 306 Osceola Nebr The classified line lists this subscription service with a local contact.
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Daly
F. M. Fox
Osceola
Nebr
Duncan Co Offers Free Hopper With 200 Lbs Laying Mash
H. C. Duncan Produce Co advertises 200 pounds of Red Feather Laying Mash with a free feeding hopper included. This promotion highlights a bundled offer and the seller’s name.
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H. C. Duncan Produce Co
The World Needs a Car That Will Outlast the Mortgage
A reader calls for a durable vehicle solution that stretches beyond common auto loans. The letter argues for long lasting reliability and lower overall cost of ownership to ease financial strain.
Opening an Account Today Helps Build Loyal Bank Customers
This bank traces growth from a single depositor to hundreds by offering good service. The founder recalls the first customer who recommended the bank to a friend, prompting rapid client growth. The message invites readers to open an account now.
First National Bank Of Osceola Safety Pledge
The Osceola bank promotes its safety pledge There is no substitute for safety highlighting careful security practices and customer care.
Farmers Grain Co Annual Meeting Notice
The annual meeting of Farmers Grain Co. will be held at the GAR Hall on Tuesday January 26 1926 at 10 AM sharp.
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The
Farmers Grain Co
G AR Hall
Teachers’ Examination Set for Osceola Saturday
An examination for teachers will be held at Osceola on Saturday, January 23, 1926. The regular program will be followed. I. D. Huston.
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Osceola
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Philip E. Douglas
Fairmont Chronicle
Irving. Cobb
rVic
Neby
NEW Calf Club
Joe Bowser
J. T. May
Lineville
Khedive
H. Gedojian
Dwie
Irving. Cord
Barney Oldfield
First National Bank
Howard Yates
D. C. Palmer Gradual Chiropractic Health Service
Oscevia, Nebr
I. D. Huston
Towa
Jane
Rystrom Company
Stromsburg, Nebr
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