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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1957
Page
1
Boy Scout Week runs February 6 through 12 marking the 47th anniversary since the 1910 charter. The Four Year Program Onward for God and My Country aims to build patriotism and character, emphasizing duty to country and the democratic process. Local units will conduct rededication ceremonies with 3.3 million boys and 1.2 million adult volunteers involved nationwide.
Ted K Hughes chairman warns of a lag in Nebraska March of Dimes contributions as the campaign nears January 31. He notes enthusiasm in some counties but overall shortfalls persist despite Salk vaccine optimism. He urges Nebraskans to start polio vaccinations and donate to finish the fight for 80 000 patients needing care.
Jeanne Inness named Betty Crocker Homemaker of Tomorrow in Osceola after top score on home making exam at Osceola High School. Her paper advances to national competition among 292 state winners for a 1500 scholarship and study trip. runner up receives 500. National winner announced May 2.
A humorous column riffs on editor’s absence due to a broken leg and broad social observations. It mocks windy writing, marital quips, a Lincoln clubbed spouse joke, and notes 278 shopping days until Christmas with retro 1950s flavor.
The measure by Sen. Monroe Bixler in Lincoln would repeal the Schroeder Mail Route Act granting counties one cent per gallon from gasoline tax for mail routes. Funds would shift to county general road funds, with no ear-marked use. The bill also includes a one cent per gallon gas tax hike to fund highway needs.
Osceola grade basketball team opened the season 3-0 under coach Larry Bowker. In order, they defeated Clarks 52-32 with Bob Dinges 22 points and Gary Rodene 14. Stromsburg 32-20 with Dinges 24. and David City 30-23 as Dinges again led scoring with 20 points.
The American Legion sponsored event in Osceola on February 14 will feature students from four county schools assembling at the District Court Room at 10 30 a.m. after registration their oath of office will be administered by County Judge L M Merrick and noon lunch will be provided by the Osceola Legion Auxiliary. In the afternoon students visit various offices and attend a trial procedure before adjournment at 4 00 p.m.
A series of adult tailoring lessons begins Friday evening February 4 at 7 30 p m at the high school. Miss Chlorice Oole, home economics teacher, will instruct. Registrants not yet notified should contact Miss Ode.
Osceola’s varsity went 1-1 in its last two games, beating Clarks 53 47 then losing 61 48 to Polk on Polk’s court. Bryan led Osceola with 16 points in the Polk game while Lind and Harding led Polk with 21 and 17 respectively.
Polk County Soil Conservation Service reports 435 irrigation wells serving 16 820 acres in Polk with 2564 acres leveled for efficient water distribution. 110 farmers planned irrigation systems from maps. 1234 acres received drainage. Seven livestock watering dams and two storage dams add 41 acre feet. 75 new cooperators across 12 809 acres, total 636 farms on 110 206 acres. District Supervisors listed.
Henry Galus and Ray Conrad of the Polk County Agriculture Society visited Lincoln to line up entertainment for the upcoming county fair set for July 31 to August 2. They secured a carnival and other attractions of high quality and anticipate a full program with good prospects for 1957. They hope to feature a free gate this year.
Korea Verlin G Gronlund son of Mr and Mrs Gerhard Gronlund Stromsburg recently promoted to specialist third class in Korea as a member of the 7th Infantry Division Specialist Gronlund serves as a fire direction center specialist in Battery C of the division 57th Field Artillery Battalion He entered the Army in August 1955 and trained at Fort Chaffee Ark He arrived in the Far East in February 1956
Governor Victor Anderson will kick off the Nebraska Heart Fund campaign February 1 in Omaha with a torch symbol on a seven-foot heart built by Omaha Technical High School students. The drive covers 465 communities across 93 counties aiming to raise 185000 for research education and service. Heart Sunday on February 24 features a two hour residential canvass in cities over 1000, with Norton as local chairman.
Local markets Mr and Mrs Robert Olberding and family of Lincoln and Miss Jeanice Schott of Omaha were guests over the weekend of Mr and Mrs E C Schott.
The Polk County basketball tournament runs February 6 and 7 in the Osceola gym. Second teams open at 2:00 p.m. with Polk and Stromsburg and Osceola versus Shelby at 3:30 p.m. Thursday hosts the Reserve final at 7:09 p.m. Varsity starts February 6 at 7:00 p.m. with Stromsburg vs Osceola and Polk vs Shelby at 8:30 p.m. Championship at 8:30 p.m. Thursday. Admission is 75 cents per session for adults and 35 cents for students. Referees are Bob Gingtry and Dale Taft. Tournament director Kenneth Sipes.
Farmers Co op Grain Co reported savings of 10300 for the year and patron dividends of two and a half cents per bushel on grain sold five percent on stock and merchandise purchases. Ira Roop spoke for the Nebraska Farmers Union. Charles Walgreen was elected to the board, with incumbents Inness Boden McKeag and Watts continuing. Valley WSCS ladies served lunch.
Mr and Mrs Wayne Reeves of Lincoln announce the arrival of Scott Francis on January 24 weighing seven pounds Mrs Reeves is the former Carlene Dinges Mr and Mrs Harlan Rowan are also parents of a baby girl born Saturday January 26 at Jeffrey Memorial Hospital She weighed seven pounds fourteen ounces and has been named Jody Jean The Rowans have one other daughter.
The column recalls the writer of Odd Bits breaking a leg after a street fall with University of Nebraska instructor Robert Olberding aiding him. It notes a discontinued Special Event by Osceola merchants and details Osceola Polk county basketball results and upcoming county tournament. Dr. Charles W. Jeffrey remains hospitalized in Rawlins Wyoming after Tuesday surgery.
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