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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1882
Page
2
The article praises Lieut DeLong commander of the Jeannette as a heroic figure while detailing his diary kept during the expedition. It notes the crew’s freezing, starvation and reliance on alcohol and gear as death approached. The piece recalls election anecdotes and a general’s remarks on an amendment.
A local column attacks the Osceola bank dispute and county board actions, faulting counsel from the bank’s attorney, and suggests H C Bittenbender as a safer alternative for future legal guidance, noting no prior cases or client calls.
The ex editor announces adhesion to a non railroad pass theory and vows to enlighten readers. Critics lampoon her stance as a rail pass rumor, while she claims to defend farmers and link woman suffrage to Alliance interests. The piece mocks promises of future exposés and urges patience as conversations begin.
Gen J M Thayer, former Territorial Governor of Wyowing, shares views on woman suffrage. He notes limited local interest, reports about half of Wyoming women vote, and says he supports granting voting rights but is unsure how the amendment will influence the home.
The Record states its stance on the Osceola bank tax dispute. It says the county Board of Equalization acted fairly and taxed the bank on all its owned assets, rejecting the claim that deporters money should escape taxation. the court’s final verdict will reflect the facts and uphold the board’s action.
The 4th of July gathering in Stromsburg drew about 3,000 people despite a later disgraceful street incident. Gen Thayer delivered the main oration praising Union soldiers and condemning slavery, with the crowd enjoying music and a glee club in Morrill's Grove.
A county institute notes a funds shortfall for the term and will hold a general examination at close to cover expenses. Emphasis will be on Book Keeping Civil Government Drawing and Theory and Practice of Teaching. Third grade certificates only for those passing exams. State Superintendent Jones to visit during term.
An Italian merchant turned impresario named Signor C. misreads English phrases during a London dinner with the Duke and Duchess. A note apologizes for missing the event due to “excruciating pains in my trail,” revealing a humorous misinterpretation of language and a failed attempt to sell stock.
The piece argues that teaching requires more than literacy and authority. A teacher must embody wisdom and moral affection to shape pupils. It notes writing ability and practical vocabulary as crucial, while spelling of uncommon words fades in importance.
L. L. snider filed a petition with thirty resident freeholders in Osceola Nebraska asking a license to vend malt spirituous vinious liquors for medicinal mechanical and chemical purposes. Objections must be filed with the village clerk by noon July 20 1892. Village Clerk M E Crooknam dated July 6 1882.
J L Johnson filed a petition in York County Nebraska signed by thirty resident freeholders of Stromsburg precinct praying for a license for chemical purposes in Stromsburg precinct and county. Objections must be filed with the County Clerk by noon July 14 1882. J P Hyasa County Clerk dated June 29 1882.
Notice announces a special meeting of the village board in Osceola to consider levying a special assessment on lot 6, block 8, for sidewalk construction in front of and beside the lot, per ordinance 11. Attendees include Clerk M. E. Cavont AM and Chairman W. C. Jay.
Notice that on the last day of November 1680 L J Brower county treasurer of Palk county Nebraska sold to Sabin Shores the Sec of Sec 20 Township 1 north of range 1 west for delinquent taxes for 1679 and that the right of redemption expires November 1 1692 with land taxed in your name and Mary Suppresses as assignee holder of certificate of sale.
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