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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1924
Page
8
A Harvard woman jokes sewing circle reasons while a mischievous man on a train hovers to whistle. Horace Davis unveils a quirky cafeteria scheme tossing olives and pickles into foods. Joe Alden notes young men prefer insurance over factory work, amid cafe counter mishaps and overbearing dining decor.
The article notes that a specialist is a doctor who may vow the same duties as a family doctor or dentist but charges about sixteen times as much for services, highlighting the price disparity in medical care.
A reader vents frustration about stealing a used car and mocks tax bonds while claiming patriotism and wealth would not influence investment choices. The commentary questions the ethics of crime and taxation and asserts harsh treatment for thieves.
A Nebraska printer proposed a partnership with his foreman, but the foreman declined, saying the boss was not independent enough.
Readers note that children spell by sound and college prose shows similar punctuation habits, reflecting evolving language use among learners and writers.
Years ago in Chadron the town marshal George Snow reportedly lashed his badge as the collection masket went around in church, signaling he could enter for free.
Shelby people complained about mud and rough weather during correspondence. They say some were upset by the wet conditions but the boys helped and now plan another attempt someday, which is noted with a light warning about fish at Surprise.
The Harmony Quartette of Red Lands UC will give a concert Thursday evening July 17 under the Baptist choir in the Polk church auditorium. Local social notes list visits and travel among Polk residents, with several trips to Omaha, Denver, York, and Clarks.
A heavy rain Saturday night and Sunday disrupted the harvest now starting in the vicinity. Hosts included Mr and Mrs Aug E Anderson and June, Mr and Mrs Albert Anderson and Raymond, and Mr and Mrs Oscar I Anderson of Stromsburg who were guests at a 6 o clock gathering.
June Anderson spent the week with her cousin Evelyn Anderson in Stromsburg. Mr and Mrs J L Hurd and Mr and Mrs J F Knorr shopped in York Wednesday. Harley McClure of Oklahoma City aided his uncle C M Dillsaver with the harvest. Rey and Mrs D A Savage visited Columbus Wednesday. Mrs Olive Campbell visited her daughter Mrs C M Dillsaver starting Monday.
A string of local greetings shows residents like A W Anderson Rev Frolander and families taking ten day trips to Denver Colorado Springs and Haxtum. Edith Johnson visits from Washington and Robt Lunner plans York relocation with W W Wycoff. W C T U picnic at Buckley park and union services at Am E church report a busy week.
A series of wry opinions on immigration, taxation, common sense, and media truth. A Nebraska editor notes that interesting news need not be true, while references to gas usage, earned income tax, and rail crossings highlight everyday concerns. A Texas farmer grows a 30 pound cabbage.
Mrs. Lucy Fillinger and family of Greeley county visited O. J. Kropatsch and relatives last Sunday. Miss Anna Kresha celebrated her 16th birthday with 50 guests that evening. Geo. Gryzwa of Fremont enjoys a two month vacation at his parents’ home. Mollie Triba of Columbus visits her brother Henry Triba. Mrs. Hubert Bernt returns from Columbus hospital with improved health.
Sunday School and preaching at Grace and Valley churches next Sunday with the subject Have Indignation and Wrath and Ethical Value. J. A. Klein, pastor.
A narrator notes little distinction between poker and flinch claiming both involve time waste gambling and quarrel. The remark reflects a dismissive view of card games as trivial distractions.
A columnist laments that many critics lack familiarity with the topics they discuss, urging better preparation and accurate knowledge before sharing views. The remark highlights a broader frustration with misinformed debate and calls for informed commentary.
A. B. Hedbloom of Stromsburg lists 80 acres near Silver Creek at 25 dollars per acre and 160 acres for less money. Other offerings include 200 acres in north York county for 100 per acre, 240 acres in north York county at 135 per acre, and exchanges for Kieth or Deuel counties. Also Polk county farms, a Hall county improved farm for a garage trade, and 160 acres near Stromsburg for western Kansas land. Call or visit Stromsburg Nebraska.
A reader expresses hope for a bigger income in 1924 to enable buying things they should renounce starting January 1. The remark reflects personal budgeting and self discipline plans for the new year.
Sunday School at 10:00 A M and morning worship at 11:00 A M. School of Missions at 6:30 P M. Evening service at 8 P M. THOS E BARR, Pastor.
A prominent physical director observes that girls' feet are getting larger which may explain why skirts are made wider at the bottom.
Lew Shelley remarks that Fairbury residents would need larger churches if their desire to look good matched their eagerness to be good, reflecting local social humor.
A witty line contrasts a dogmatic claim that greens would end war with the speaker’s resistance to eating them, highlighting a humorous take on diet and conflict. The remark frames greens as both a solution and a source of contention.
Invitation to worship at 7 00 p m with Epworth League and 8 00 p m service. Sunday christening of children and reception of members after sermon. Ladies Aid Friday and Standard Bearers Thursday. Bring dues. Pastor H A Taylor.
A Harvard man once argued that the customer is always right until a customer called him a fool. He now says such a rule is bunk and should not govern business behavior.
Eden Baptist Church Stromsburg announces Sunday services in July and August at 10 00 for Sunday School and 11 00 for Morning Worship No evening services in July and August due to park union services Prayer meeting will be held Thursday evening at 8 00 Pastor A W Lyons directs the church
A Nebraska columnist touts a figure who can mobilize public opinion and invites readers to locate him at the Lindell hotel in Lincoln for more information. The note underscores active political commentary tied to a central local presence.
A witty aphorism notes that clinging to history without learning from it curbs growth, while those who shun all past lessons fail to profit from experience in a modern world.
A Hastings youth claims many local women do not want marriage after he’s asked them. The remark is cited as one of Gus Buechler's criticisms of Hastings. He adds that a college degree proves little without wise application.
A Chicago investigator finds the typical man lacks funds for a Sunday suit after supporting his family in accustomed style. The piece recalls past times when a housewife could afford a turkey wing for sweeping crumbs and butter.
The article notes Governor Bryan named Gus Hyers to a public notary post. Within a humorousLocal tone Nebraska City humor and social quips appear about fashion, men, and gender roles, including a Hartington man’s view on women and work hours.
The notice lists a Wednesday prayer service at 8:00, a Harmony Society meeting Friday July 11 at 2:30 at Miss Allinda Fernander’s home, Sunday School at 10:00 led by N. L. Nelson, and divine worship at 11:00 with a Swedish sermon by Rev. Emil Trolinder. Evening service at 8:00 and Luther League gathering July 10 hosted by Mrs. Fred Bratting and Mrs. Hjalmar Bratting. The pastor invites a cordial welcome.
Sunday School at 10:00. Preaching at 11:00 by Mr. O. F. Alfred of Polk. Evening service at 8:00 by Rev. E. E. Eckloff of the First church of Stromsburg. A cordial invitation to all.
A wry critic suggests men would join church if an expensive initiation fee and password were required. The note adds a quip defining a propagandist as one who inflates small truths into a whale. A jab about a professor who says leaves should stay on the lawn follows.
Adam Breede cites no worse nuisance than a nagging wife, then an old maid counters with a grouchy husband joke, reflecting a sharp marital humor exchange typical of the period.
A printer who finishes reliable work each day waits five to ten minutes for the whistle to blow after washing up and preparing to leave. This routine reflects steady, disciplined labor habits.
A famed magazine writer argues that modern foolishness and extravagance stem from fathers losing influence in childrearing, blaming the decline of paternal authority for social trends.
In Polk County Nebraska the estate of Frederick D Sarow deceased. The executor filed a final account and report and a petition for final settlement distribution heirship and discharge. Hearing before the county court on August 1 1924 at 2 p m. All interested may appear and contest. Dated July 8 1924. (Seal) F H Ball County Judge.
In the Polk County Nebraska County Court notice on estate of August a Tolen deceased creditors must file claims by November 1924 and debts paid by August 1925. The court will meet August 1 September 1 and November 1 1924 at 10 am to hear and settle claims. Dated June 27 1924. F H Ball County Judge.
In the District Court of Polk County Nebraska the application of D C Cole administrator of the estate of Florence A McCune deceased for a license to sell real estate to pay debts came on for hearing. The order states the hearing proceeded.
A court notice item lists dates July 3 10 17 24 with Judge Mills Beebe and Mills as attorneys. The fragment indicates a scheduled session or docket in a case noted by the court at Hastings.
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