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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1924
Page
8
A collection of wry maxims and social observations touching honesty, politics, finance, manners, love, and daily folly. It blends quips about bankers, radicals, bachelors, farmers, and motorists with gentle humor about modern life and human foibles.
A concise reflection on spelling and vocabulary. The saying notes that if a word is unspellable it is hard to look up, while familiar spellings reduce the need for a dictionary.
An aphoristic line noting that energy persistence without moral control leads to trouble, implying consequence for repeated risky behavior. It frames character flaw as cause of frequent difficulties.
A remark suggests Kivery person may become highly successful in one pursuit if they pursue it, but most lack the drive to discover what that pursuit is. The quote implies untapped potential awaiting an ambitious focus.
A reflective remark on politics suggests that public officials gain power through bold rhetoric rather than substantive governance, noting that outspoken figures often win elections.
A Lincoln woman was recently divorced from her seventh husband. The Chadron Bachelors Union wires for her name and address in the community notice.
A Harvard man stops buying candy for his wife after marriage saying there is no use feeding bait to a fish once you catch it.
A columnist contrasts how voters assess a candidate's qualifications with how they select a boar pig, implying more care is given to animal choices than political ones.
A wry remark on marriage, noting a husband who believes his wife sees him as the world’s wisest man would be surprised to learn her true view. The quip hinges on hidden judgments within a partnership.
A reflective note critiques outsiders offering quick fixes to governance. It warns against assuming nonofficial voices hold superior insight and calls for informed, accountable policy discussions.
Hank Leggett and Bill Maupin seek advice on disposal of old razor blades prompting jokes about sharp printing from readers. The exchange hints at playful tone while raising practical disposal concerns.
The line between leisure and purpose on Sundays shifts as individuals choose activities and causes to support. People reflect on values, balance rest with duties, and decide how time aligns with personal goals.
A reflective line about handling conversations after leaving a job. It suggests maintaining civility to avoid revealing negative outcomes. The advice centers on social perception and discretion in discussing past employment.
A Bible printed in Omaha in 1665 is described as lasting far beyond common lifespans, with projections suggesting it could endure for a million years given current usage rates.
A Harvard student says the reason her mother never scolds her for late nights is that the daughter always manages to reach home before her mother. The humorous remark highlights the girl’s punctual return and family dynamic.
A terse note warns that if Grant Shumway does not change, the speaker will publish some of his poetry. The message frames the dispute as a personal confrontation over literary work.
A Nebraska hotel owner asserts it can rival a man who claims the world’s largest flea collection. The boast centers on beating his rival “six ways from the jack” in size and scale.
A quote praising effort and ambition in young men contrasts with disdain for those who settle for mediocrity. The speaker extols supporting ambition and discourages complacency among youths.
The remark questions whether personal choices explain most difficulties and suggests self reflection as a path to change. It frames responsibility in a provocative, self critical tone.
The speaker questions the comfort of silk when it is so thin that the pink skin shows through, arguing such fabric cannot be genuinely comfortable and warm.
Opinion piece argues tobacco is harmful but less damaging than beefsteak and soft drinks. Author weighs health impacts and questions societal harm, urging moderation and public awareness.
A reflective piece questions why leaders exist noting that few understand their journeys. It suggests a good man tends to be generous with money for basic needs like groceries and jokes that farmers and editors would prosper if they could cash in all their advice.
A cheeky column riffs on embarrassment in crowded settings as a garter mishap becomes a social moment. The piece wryly notes how such slips reveal dignity under pressure and spark playful commentary among onlookers.
The remark suggests that widespread saving is possible without reducing basic comfort, arguing that many households can lower living costs through practical changes. It emphasizes accessibility of savings for a broad audience rather than targeted or exclusive measures.
A Hartington man quips that hard work never killed anyone but jokes he has lost four wives to the cause. The humorous remark plays on the idea of advertiser collared ads and his own misfortune.
The quote stresses that true achievement comes from the respect of colleagues rather than wealth gained at the cost of integrity. It emphasizes avoiding a reputation as a deceitful person and valuing social standing and trust.
A commentator notes the hardship of a politician who tries to please both sides and stay aware of public sentiment. The remark underscores the tough balancing act in political leadership.
The saying cautions that car power and driver judgment can misalign, causing frequent trouble. It notes how unchecked speed or overconfidence amplifies risk on roads and stresses prudent limits by motorists and safety advocates alike.
A bachelor is described as someone with no partner to sit beside him during meals and to nudge his elbow when he uses the wrong spoon for salad, illustrating social expectations of dining etiquette.
A saying notes that ringing or head noises may precede deafness and that those listening to such sounds sometimes wish for deafness.
A reflective note suggests that if every complaint were printed many mistakes would appear too, highlighting the fallibility of published material.
A fortune teller warned of a reversed fortune for me. I am glad to hear it though I fear if it does not come soon I will be plumb broke.
A sharp office debate unfolds as the bald head of a dignified hired man becomes the unlikely focal point when all the girls in the press association wear bobbed hair. The scene highlights changing styles and workplace dynamics.
An old saying warns that those who fault others most often expose their own flaws. In these political days of graft and upheaval, the maxim seems apt to heed.
A terse saying urges letting a boy seek work away from home to remedy perceived mistreatment by gaining independence and self reliance.
Fred Howard notes Rochester features noted souls, praising a man who wears the stomach of a sheep while many others are said to wear the brains of a sheep, a quip reflecting local humor about appearances and wit.
A debate ends with consensus as one party seeks service and the other payment, both achieving their aims with little fuss. The agreement secures the needed result for each side, avoiding further delay or dispute.
Pseudo advisory warns against smoking a pipe during calls to avoid biting the stem in anger at the operator. The quip blends caution with humor about dialing etiquette and temper.
When two men are polite to each other you can set it down that while they are not enemies they are surely not friends. We always roast our friends.
An author argues that gambling is a rapid revenue source for government. They claim a national lottery could relieve the national debt within a few years by compelling participation from citizens.
The note states John Sweet of Nebraska City urges collection of items while he is alive and mentions an accusation of smoking Corn Cake tobacco.
The remark notes merchants rarely speak to their wives and compare it to how often they advertise in the home paper, implying neglect of personal conversation in favor of advertising.
A humorous observation notes that boys prefer a heated room to a single hot implement. It contrasts comfort against risk and suggests a desire for overall warmth rather than a makeshift fire. The tone is light and lightly satirical about childhood antics.
A philosophical line notes a man racing down a road at high speed suggests aimlessness and a lack of purpose after arrival, implying driving without destination or task. The observation frames speed as a metaphor for restlessness and inactivity.
A thrifty man is criticized for not spending enough on his family yet deserves praise for supporting present needs and securing the future through prudent financial planning.
Eden Baptist Stromsburg reports its Brotherhood class had a Sunday School and worship followed by a picnic at Buckley Park. A union service with First Baptist and Methodist drew a large crowd and an even larger expected attendance next Sunday at four o clock.
Osceola residents hear about new Hog Watering waterer by C G Timm priced below rivals and on display in Osceola Nebraska. Frank Mills returns from Lake Ericson while D A Geeseaman and the Kunkel family visit Osceola for the Fourth. Leah Shirey and son arrive from Long Beach to summer with Dr L M Shaw. Dem president mocks GOP with remarks on fence and gate in platform debate and a saloon reference at an Al Smith entertainment committee speech.
George Snow questions how to make a wife do anything. The piece warns against the old Boys will be boys excuse causing trouble. It suggests checking a car license candidate by smelling his breath. It notes tax cuts may fail if saved money raises living standards.
Mosquitoes suspend activities during cold months and seek shelter in protected spots. They survive winter as eggs or pupae in diapause, then resume life cycles when temperatures rise. This dormancy helps populations endure periods without feeding or breeding.
A remark suggests Horace Davis is not two faced, noting the joke that if he were he would wear the other face. The quip plays on the idea of duplicity and humor within local commentary.
The remark compares current political data to bootlegger bottle labels, suggesting low reliability and opaque messaging in contemporary politics. It frames skepticism toward information sources and hints at distrust in modern media narratives.
A worker recounts being belittled by a supervisor who then fires them over dissatisfaction with press association salary. The account highlights workplace harassment and pay disputes within media employment.
A skeptical speaker denounces a clerk's guidance, arguing his recommendations push customers toward foolish buys and erode trust in retail counsel.
The question notes why an inheritance tax exists and whether heirs typically spend or disperse the wealth quickly. It argues about incentives, equity, and potential revenue from estates, suggesting the tax may curb concentration of wealth and fund public needs while acknowledging varied heir behaviors.
It is said actresses insure their beauty and fans in Friend note Art Brown may pursue a similar plan. The remark suggests a curiosity about personal fame and risk management in light of show business practice.
A Hastings gossip notes Adam Breede keeps a mouse in his vest pocket to guard against Leap Year girls. The anecdote reflects local humor about courtship customs and personal superstition.
A Valentine man postponed his death for two years because he did not want to waste all the patent medicine his wife had bought him, a local anecdote reflecting quirky frontier remedies and stubborn endurance.
A woman reportedly misplaced her dentures during a hotel stay, prompting discussion about dental mishaps. No further verified details available.
Jake Jiggery says he wears busking mittens constantly to stop office candidates from slipping coins on his hands during handshakes. He argues the practice harms his performance and keeps endorsements or donations from influencing his act.
A quip notes that traditional doctors could treat boils alone while modern patients expect hospital equipment and trained nurses for such procedures.
Critics urge stricter laws and better enforcement as comic strips theatres and magazines are accused of glamorizing illegal drinking. The call emphasizes public attitudes shaping compliance and urges media to stop promoting evasion.
A reminiscence recalls Jack Kroh explaining to his wife two hours earlier that he would bring someone home for supper, implying she should be aware of his plans.
Bill Maupin says he has worn Russian boots floppy overshoes bobbed his hair smoked cigarets and followed other fool fashions but he will be dad-blamed if he wears pleated britches.
Medical commentary notes surgery not essential for many conditions, though common practice. Experts emphasize non surgical treatments and personalized care plans, urging patients to consult physicians to weigh risks and benefits.
In a Nebraska town the continued bootlegging is blamed on the undertaker's strong pull with local officials, seen as a factor in the authorities’ inability to curb illegal activity.
Gus Buechler and Dave Traill entertained the editors at Grand Island until they encountered the Up-Lift Committee. The two men backed clear up and are described as a pair of wise old birds.
A Fairbury man climbed onto a chair and bit his own ear during a domestic dispute with his wife. police reported no other injuries and the incident is being reviewed by local authorities.
A. B. Hedbroom of Stromsburg Nebraska advertises multiple farm parcels for sale or trade including 80 acres near Silver Creek at 25 dollars per acre and 160 acres for less money, 200 acres in York county for 100 per acre, 240 acres in north York county at 135 per acre, and exchanges for improved farms in Keith or Deuel counties. He lists Polk county farms, a Hall county improved farm for a garage trade, and 160 acres near Stromsburg for western Kansas land, inviting calls to 20.
Polk County Nebraska board adjourns in regular session. Schott and Raeder’s protest on personal property tax against double assessment is allowed with a $5 refund. Sheriff fees for Q2 1924 accepted. Numerous general fund and road fund bills approved including supplies, utilities, and several road districts. County Fair race program listing events and purses for Sept 10 to Sept 12.
In Polk County Nebraska the estate of Frederick D Sarow deceased. Executor files final account and report final settlement order of distribution determination of heirship and discharge set for hearing August 1 1924 at 2pm to contest the same by interested parties. Dated July 8 1924. (SEAL) F H Ball County Judge.
In the County Court of Polk County Nebraska the estate of August a Tolen deceased. Creditors must file claims by November 1 1924 and debts due by August 1 1925. The court will meet August 1 September 1 and November 1 1924 at 10 a m to receive examine hear and adjust claims. Dated June 27 1924 F H Ball County Judge.
In Polk county Nebraska the court orders D C Cole as administrator to sell the east half of the southeast quarter of section 26 township 13 range 1 west to pay debts totaling 2833.72 plus costs. Notice to interested parties to show cause at Osceola record Osceola Nebraska before August 16, 1924. Hearings set July 3 10 17 24 1924. Mills Beebe Mills attorneys.
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