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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1882
Page
3
Local items report sports events, church sermons, and civic notes from Stromsburg and Osceola. School closure highlighted with praise for Prof Makeever and staff, plus updates on buildings, road work, and community visits.
In a quarrel over local assessments the reader quotes L A Beltzer arguing Osceola Bank did not declare assessments properly and that $13 000 was mislisted. He claims county officials accepted the report to avoid court action and warns of higher court review if needed.
Report from Shelby School Ter commencing April 17 1882 and ending July 7 1882 notes no pupils enrolled but male pupils present for reading orthography penmanship geography grammar language lessons writing arithmetic mental arithmetic and averages. J A Baun teacher oversees term with daily attendance around forty one students.
A Tuesday meeting of interested citizens in BE L King’s office drafted a preliminary brass band structure. Committees were named and next Saturday night was set to reconvene with listed signatories including W Jay, B Jay, W Heald, Geo Kenyon, W A Cornish, Al Roth, A Leach, KF Jeffrey, M Jeffrey, Joe McKeon, Giles Cole, J T Bonnet, W W Kenyon, S L King, M McConaighy, and C McCote.
Fragmentary note asserts Parker's medicine relieves fevers and aids digestion by curing stomach and bowel issues. The text is garbled and unreliable, with unclear claims and nonsensical phrasing.
Fragmentary scores and player lines for a Friday game in Stromaburg Osceola include Barnard and McCartney among others. An embedded health ad touts Prickly Ash Bitters claiming Liver toning benefits to ward off malaria.
Notice of dissolution of the Snider and Baum partnership by mutual consent dated July 17 1882 with debts to be collected by either partner. A stray estray notice offers a reward for a nine year old gray haired mare. An advertisement proclaims thirty days of reduced clothing prices in Polk County by G W West The Clothier.
Two Mormon elders conduct a meeting at Union school house district No 1 next Sunday the 23d inst starting at 10 oclock am all are invited to attend.
Short line indicates a chattel mortgage security with terms varying by duration to suit borrower. Creditor E. L. Kina referenced in a terse note.
A N Jay operates as a horse tailor and dealer in mule jewelry at the West Side Public Square Osceola. The listing places him in Osceola's main market area.
All parties are notified not to gather wild fruit on my land. Trespassers will be dealt with according to the law. Signed E P Schut.
I F F Kelley offers to write policies for stock, horses, and cattle through the Omaha Stock Insurance Company. Contact details not provided.
A brief note records a transaction involving Loav on a short time chattel or personal security loan. Heath and Hurtan are named in the entry.
A compact old money loan notice offering borrowing of 40 tf from a lender identified by initials E with a repayment term of two thousand thine units. No further terms or contact details are provided in the readable fragment.
A reward is offered by MarsHALL JEFFREY for information leading to the recovery of three hogs described as black about 100 pounds each. The notice states the hogs were near Osceola and asks return or information.
Real estate notice: house and four lots in Osceola offered for sale. Contact R. Wheeler for details. Price and terms not specified. Listing appears in local classifieds with brief contact information.
The item notes a short-term movement to Japan involving chattel or assets, with references to individuals or entities abbreviated as tf Heautp and Hutrman. No clear event details or dates are provided in the fragment.
A brief legal note references chattel mortgage provisions 40-46 and 8 E. L Kina, outlining security timing flexibility for borrowers whether short or long term. The fragment notes option to tailor the lien to borrower needs and mentions relevant statutory sections.
Dr P Richmond is now fully established in the Whaley building on the west side square. All wishing dental work will do well to give him a call.
Urges those needing McCorwick War vesting machinery and wire twine repairs to submit orders immediately to ensure supply. Repairs and wire/twine sales will be cash only. Public notice by L. B. Math. Agt.
The United Brethren church holds its quarterly meeting July 22 and 23, 1882 in Shelby Polk County. Elder W P Calowetu presiding. All are invited.
An advertisement touts Florestan cologne as a lasting delightful novelty for ladies praising its exquisite perfume blend.
The county commissioner appointed to vacate a road at the northwest corner of section 1 in township 13 north range 1 west must have objections or damage claims filed with the county clerk by August 20, 1882. If not, the road will be vacated without further reference.
The notice lists stock boards and shingles identified as Star A and No 3 under the 6th stock category. It appears in a catalog-like entry with product labels, numbers, and brand identifiers. No additional context or actions are provided.
Notices invite residents to consult J. L. Makeover of Osceola Schools for disposal of relics and specimens. Those with foreign coins or mineral fossils may have items deciphered labeled and returned at no cost.
An old advertisement touts Brown's Bronchial Traches as effective for coughs colds sore throats and lung complaints. It claims direct action on inflamed parts soothing irritation and offering relief for asthma bronchitis and throat issues. The pitch notes physicians' endorsement over thirty years and lists a 25 cent price per bottle with a loyal customer base.
Dr F Saxenberger moves from Shelby to Osceola Nebraska to treat illnesses including female disorders and epilepsy with 24 hour service calling at Auer's Restaurant Osceola. Also an ad for Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for teething in children claimed to ease pain and regulate bowels with wide reach and 25 cent price.
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