Shelby News Roundup Highlights Local Visits and Birth
Frank Stillwell returns to Shelby from California and nearby states. Osceola visitors include Dr Augustine and Mrs Hamiston. Mrs J M Inness and son Robert travel to Alberta Canada for two weeks with Palmer Gunn and Inness families. Several locals make business trips to Lincoln Milwaukee Pierce and Fullerton. A July 18 birth brings a 10 pound girl to Mr and Mrs Wm Wilson.
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Dr. Augustine
Osceola
S. J. M. Inness
Robert
Alberta
Canada
Palmer, Gunn and Inness
D.R. fLeard
Lincoln
Dick Benlow
Milwaukee
Nick Noel
la Salle
Ill
Dr. Hamiston
Pearl
Jake Schmidt
Platte Co
Ernest Funkhouser
Wm. Wilson
William
Mr. Wilson
Snedeker
Sherman Smith
Champagne
Ilinois
Mel Leach
Fullerton
H. B. Dopf
Aldrichs Visit Relatives In Nebraska And Local Birth Reports
Mr and Mrs L G Aldrich travel to Litchfield Nebraska to visit daughter and family. A girl was born to Mr and Mrs Chas Reeves on July 10. A 7 pound boy born to Mr and Mrs Weist on July 10. Mr and Mrs Fruide visit Chicago relatives. Mr EL Aldrich Polk and Miss Mary Davis Fullerton wed July 14 1912. Mrs Westfall and son Dana plan a Montana visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. L. G. Aldrich
Litchfield, Nebr
Platte River
Chas. Reeves
Harry Shafer
Omaha
Plattsmouth
R. @. Weist
EL. Aldrich
Polk
Mary , Davis
Fullerton
Local notes from Cedar Chips community
Mrs Wm Houser hosted the Ladies Aid Society in the afternoon. Aunt Ahley Lindsley’s house burned last Saturday and she is staying with Mr Sixbury. Ed Hahn is sick again. Miss Ella Bray of Columbus visits Miss Eva Davis this week. Leo Davis and Nellie of Schuyler visited Mrs H J Brian’s last week. Adrian Brian visited briefly. Children of Mrs Belle Lowe visit their father William Fyfe. W S Eastman camped in Newman meadow and put J J Barnes on the road trip. A road scrap south of the Platte Saturday night with no serious damage. Poultry sicknesses rise. extra care with pure water advised. J Bonner hauls cement for a new barn foundation and advertises old barn for sale. Miss Ursula Wna visits Nebraska relatives. W A Wade to begin cow barn construction as carpenters available. For sale my large square barn. left Doniphan Tuesday.
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Wm. Houser
Ladies‘ Aid Society
Ahley Lindsley
H. J. Brian
Adrian Brian
Belle Lowe
Algonquin
Wiliam Fyfe
O W. S. Eastman
Newman Meadow
J. J. Barnes
Illinois
Platte
J. Bonner
Ursula
Relate
Nebraska
W. A. Wade
Doniphan
Clark as reactionary threat to party leadership
Editorial questions Champ Clark's reactor stance and argues he remains a dangerous figure as speaker of the house. It notes Clark lost the 1912 primary to Wilson, cites Bryan’s influence, and compares Clark to Cannon, urging Democrats to choose a non reactionary candidate for Congress.
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Champ Clark
House
Clark
Wilson
Baltimore
House of Representatives
Wm. J. Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Bryan
Bryan Phillipics
Skiles
David City
Congress
Cannon
Joe Cannon
County Republican Convention Discusses Delegates and Caucuses
The Polk County Republicans plan a delegate convention in Osceola next Saturday to elect delegates to the state convention and form a county platform. Voters are urged to attend precinct caucuses on Friday to influence policy and central committee selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polk County
Osceola
If Root and Smoot Be For Us Who Can Be Against Us
A fragment invokes the motto-like question attributing strength to Root and Smoot in a political or religious context. It presents a stance of confidence and unity, implying support and resilience. The text references two individuals named Root and Smoot as a united force.
Mr Bryan joins in knocking around dog in taunting flare
A fragment notes Mr Bryan could not resist taking part in a taunting display as a dog is kicked. The wording suggests a sensational confrontation captured in a brief item from the page. The incident emphasizes public figures and a moment of provocative behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Bryan
Roosevelt apparition stirs controversy over patriot Bill Barnes
A dated note remarks on the Roosevelt apparition and its impact on the honor of the patriot Bill Barnes, suggesting the episode unsettles local sentiments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Bill Barnes
Omaha Bee Sees Republican Regularity Threat to Bopeckt
An unclear note suggests the Omaha Bee and Bopect concerns about republican regularity and potential overcome of fears, with fragmented phrasing indicating political tension and regulatory worry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha Bee
Ate
Polk County Fusionists Back Canadian Reciprocity
The passage notes that Canadian reciprocity, once costly to the president among farmers, received strong backing from fusionists in Polk County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polk County
Lincoln Star's about-face on Woodrow Wilson revealed
A sharp flip in Lincoln Star coverage shows a quick shift from harsh critiques of Woodrow Wilson to praising his virtues, illustrating how editorial stance can swing with political currents.
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Lincoln Star
Woodrow Wilson
Call for Robert G. Ross as Presidential Candidate Prompted
The speaker laments a missed chance to nominate Robert G. Ross of Lexington, arguing both parties had opportunities to avoid current troubles by backing his candidacy. The tone reflects political disappointment over a lost option for the presidency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert G. Ross
Lexington
Populist Central Committee Debate Ahead of Election
In Lincoln this week the populist state central committee discussed dissolving the party after this year’s election. Mr Walrath and allies favored nominating Morehead for governor, a move that would end the party, while others opposed. Only twelve of thirty one members attended, with six backing Morehead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Walrath
Morehead
Polk County Republicans Convene at Osceola July 20 1912
Polk County Republicans are called to meet in Osceola at 2 p m Saturday July 20 1912 to elect eight delegates to the State convention in Lincoln July 30 form a new county central committee and conduct other business. Precinct representation is apportioned by votes for Governor Aldrich in 1910. Committee members Presson and Nelson sign the notice.
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Polk County
Osceola
Lincoln
C. H. Aldrich
Hackberry
Canada
Clear Creek
Island
Stromsburg
Valley
Pleasant
Platte
George H. Presson
C. V. Nelson
Osceola Precinct Republican Caucus Call
Osceola precinct voters are called to meet at the courthouse in Osceola on Friday July 19 1912 at 4 oclock PM to elect delegates to the county convention and nominate a precinct ticket and to transact other business. Gilbert Johnson W E Snider committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osceola
Court House
Gilbert Johnson
W. E. Snider
Prohibition Party Convention Set for Osceola Court House
The Prohibition party convenes at the Osceola Court House on Monday the 224th at 2 PM to elect delegates to the State Convention in Lincoln on the 30th and to conduct other important business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prohibition Party
Court House
Osceola
Lincoln
Outing Picnic Train Returns Weary Family Scene
A lively crowd heads to a holiday picnic by train and hampers, but the return trip reveals tired children and exhausted parents. The aftermath leaves families somber as they recount the exhausting journey home.
Parrot Germ Carrier Sparks Caution In Mills Bluff
A long-winded notice contrasts a parrot’s supposed psittacose contagion with germs pervasive in daily life, then shifts to Osceola vs Shelby twelve inning baseball, with Shelby winning 2 to 1 on a late scoring play. Bockmuhl, Jobst, Schultz, Calloway and Butler are named in the discussion and game recap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bockmuhl
Shelby
Jobst
Osceola
Schultz
Wright
Calloway
Shelby Edges Stromsburg 3 2 In Friday Baseball Tilt
Shelby defeated Stromsburg 3 to 2 with Shelby Jobst and Corbett striking out seven and four for Stromsburg. Jobst walked three in the first inning and Shelby Burg had two hits. Errors totaled one for Shelby and five for Stromsburg as McBeth and Hallquist umpired the game.
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Jobst
Wright
Dunbier
Butler
Lovell
Ballenger
Shelby
Stromsburg
Shelby Jobst
Corbett
Anderson
Pickering
Burg
McBeth
Hallquist
Stromsburg Beats Polk 9 to 3 In Tuesday Football
Stromsburg defeated Polk 9 to 3 in a Tuesday game. The match, played at Stromsburg, showcased a decisive Stromsburg lead and a strong defensive effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burg
Polk
Stromsburg
Stromeburg
Old Fashioned Barber Best
A columnist laments overindulgent modern barbers and praises the old fashioned barber for his restraint and skill. The writer contrasts flashy pretenders with practical, honest barbers who focus on quality work and client needs, lamenting a lack of such barbers in Buffalo News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo News
Wrinkled Gowns Trigger Steam Bath Fire Alarm
A traveling couple returning from the theatre had wrinkled gowns. They heated the bath with hot water to steam their clothes, causing thick vapor. Hotel staff and many porters rushed to the scene, extinguishing the steam incident as guests watched.
Face portraits and left side bias in photography
An old piece argues the left profile best reveals character in a portrait. It claims the left side softens flaws and shows natural lines, suggesting photographers should favor the left for authentic character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rignature
Quaint Tale Of A Letter Writing Marriage Promise
An Englishwoman recalls a quirky earlier era scene where a semi illiterate young woman receives a marriage proposal via letter. A generous mentor offers to draft the reply, and the young woman finally completes it with a clever pun about the word well using a capital seven.
Gouvernor confronts Tweed in Capitol confrontation
A dramatic scene in the executive chamber features Governor and Senator Tweed in a tense exchange over a bill and term limits. The governor stands firm as Tweed threatens, highlighting political power struggles and a heated dialogue inside the state capitol.
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Ieman
Whee Capitol
Portraits on Currency Stir Debate and Humor
An old, garbled excerpt shows a humorous exchange about a 4 and a 7¢ portrait on currency. The fragment hints at posterity, a dollar bill, and a light political jab, reflecting a period satire on money and memory.
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Osceola Bank
Osceola Nebraska
Crepran
Rep
Pat
whoKesoll Gb
A.O Monson Company
Osceola, Neb
Frank Stillwell
California
Pierce
Wm. Donaldson
Billy
The
Rumley Thresher Co
Charlie Bull
Celrk
Mildred Fox
Columbus
Camilla Hartle
Wallace Kinney
C. W. Moon
Rising
Mr. Moon
Wallace
Shenandoah
Iowa
Charlotte Bedwell
Matt Abts
Matt
Uyet
Cedar Chips
Douglas Brothers
I Stee
Williams
Republican County Convention
Rip
Ravel
Republican Caucus
York
Pilace
Parriott
Grannan
Hope
Chief Wellers
McClung
Monsier la
Osceola Ab
W. D. Crum
Lou H.myers
J. A. Jackson
Frank H
Osceola Lumber Cy
North Side Square
Frank H. Anderson
Tit Vay
Remembe
Bascombe
Milig
Jotin Bascombe
Prop
Hoff
Tammany Boss
Tweed
Lear
Piel
William G. Hudson
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