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Osceola Record

Location

Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1920

Page

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Harding Supporters Call for Vote for Warren Harding

The piece blasts the Democratic Party led by Wilson and Cox, denounces graft and profiteering, and urges voters to back Warren G Harding in the coming election. It argues Harding will restore law and curb corruption, criticizing Tamman y influence and Palmer era policies.

Tammany Taggart Wilson McAdoo Palmer Tiger Cox Warren Harding Warren G. Harding Harding America Washington Burleson White House

Wheat yields reported by George Bond near Stromsburg

George Bond, living east of Stromsburg in Hackberry, threshed wheat this week that yielded 25 bushels per acre with a test of 60.

George Bond Stromsburg Hackberry

Chautauqua Dates Announced and Headliner Lineup

A six day Chautauqua program announces national speakers and top musical acts. Opening by Lindsay-Frost Company with Ned Woodman, Spanish Girls Orchestra, and lecture by Mrs A C Zebner. Day two features the Cheney Concert and coast guard travelogue. Day three includes an afternoon musical and a travelogue. Day four showcases Czecho-Slovak Band and Jaroslav Cimera with Lyric Male Quartette. Day five presents Hon. John Temple Graves and Armageddon lecture. Day six closes with Wales Chautauqua Players Rejuvenation comedy and Heart of a Nation lecture.

A. C. Zebner Cheney White House Arthur K. Peck Coast Guard Organiszation Jaroslav Cimera America Lyric Chautauqua John Temple Graves Wales Chautauqua Players Paul W. Ivey New York

Wheat Averages Recorded From Local Threshings

W. F. Dunn threshed 25 acres at 19 bushels per acre. Mike Horst cleared 60 acres at 22 bushels. Fred Braithwaite finished a field at 19 bushels. Two Larson fields west of Swede Home yielded 25 and 15 bushels per acre. Wm. B. Larson west of Swede Home threshing 60 acres today produced 1000 bushels at 16 bushels per acre.

W. F. Dunn Mike Horst Fred Braithwaite Frank Larson Wm. B. Larson

Teachers exam dates set for July 30 and 31 1920

The next regular teachers examination will be held at the District Court Room on Friday July 30 and Saturday July 31 1920. This is the last examination scheduled for the year. All teachers needing re issuance must arrange to be present. Amelia Rasmussen County Superintendent.

Amelia Rasmussen

Car Tumbles Down Hill Injures Tschauner Family

Jos Tschauner and sons Ralph and Elmer were in a Beetle car when a rig approached on a farm hill east of Edward Swanson’s place. Ralph steered too close to the ditch, tipping the car and causing a pileup. Elmer was knocked unconscious and later regained, Mr. Tschauner suffered scalp injuries, Ralph escaped with minor bruises as all recover.

Jos. Tschauner Ralph Elmer Edward Swanson Mr. Tschauner

Arrival of Miss Virginia Walter in Greeley

Miss Virginia Walter of Greeley Colorado formerly Rising City arrived last Thursday and will live the rest of the summer at the Albert Croisant home with family members and friends.

Virginia Walter Greeley, Colo Rising City Albert Croisant

Explosion at Rystrom Implement Co rattles Stromsburg

A gas tank used to deliver gasoline exploded in the garage area of Rystrom Implement Co early this morning. Eight P Johnson supervisor was slightly injured while other workers escaped unharmed. Glass shattered across the east and north sides of the building. Wesley Erickson reported a leak, and Ellis Anderson had begun soldering under Johnson's direction. The tank, recently filled with water, leaked overnight creating a vacuum and the blast damaged the tank beyond use.

Rystrom Implement Co P. Johnson Plathemith Wesley Erickson Ellis Anderson Mr. Johnson

Many Local Residents and Businesses on the Move

W J Marquist was in Central City on business. A B Hedbloom bought the Carlson farm east of Benedict last Thursday for 300 dollars per acre. A V Eielson of the First National Bank was in Omaha on business. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Marble of York visited Stromsburg. Mrs. John Colson and son Frank went to Colorado Springs for treatment. Mrs. John P Carlson and Mrs P Eric Nelson visited Omaha. Christensen returned from Fremont where Mrs Christensen is receiving hospital care. The list continues with numerous trips, store improvements, and family movements in the area. Tod Graves pitched for Alma against Holdrege, winning 5 to 4. The Nelsons moved to Pine Bluffs and Wheatland. The Wrights improved their store interior. A baby girl was born to Dr. and Mrs. J C Malster. The Fourth of July celebration in Stromsburg ended with a strong turnout and a friendly football game, followed by a large picnic and fireworks. The town praises the community effort in finishing the celebration despite weather.

W. J. Marquist Central City A. B. Hedbloom Carlson Benedict A. V. Eielson First National Bank Omaha Frank Marble York John Colson Frank Colorado’ Springs John P. Carlson P. Eric Nelson Christensen Fremont A. C. Anderson Haxtun Colo E. J. Anderson John ‘Larson Columbus Rystroms Jolly & Greiss Sutton Lottie Samuelson A. Rystrom Ella Lindsey Sioux Falls S. D Clarence Maude Nelson Victor Anderson Anna Freeman Rystrom Co Wahoo Bertha Samuelson Clifford Sparling W. J. Sahling Sparling Sahling E. C. Nordlund A W. Peterson Helen Pierson Lincoln Petrus Peterson Tod Graves Alma Holdrege Tod N. L. Nelson Pine Bluffs Wheatland Wyo Nelson Andrew Nelson Stromsburg A. C. Leafgren Swedish Free Church John Shustrum Buckley Park

Polk County Storm Ravages Platte Precinct Widespread Losses

A Friday storm in Platte precinct Polk County caused heavy hail wind and rain damage across the valley and table land. Farmers report extensive corn loss with some fields washed away and water inundation on farms including John Howard John Adelson Allen Samuels and Bert Sherwood. Insurance coverage is limited, and total losses run into the hundreds of thousands of dollars as residents assess the wreckage and cope with the disaster.

Platte Precinct Polk Havens Platte River Fred Lind Place Beulah Platte Pleasant Home Clarks Bridge Table Land John Howard John Adelson Allen Samuels George Mace Lou Wescoat Frank Oquist Mr. Wescoat Mr. Mace Joe Need A. H. Heinemeyer Sig Matson H. M. Powers Arnie Mace Powers T. C. Crow King Farm Oliver Grffin Alex Nelson Newton Dexter Dana Hurd Charlie Hoffer I. I. Shull Shull Bert Sherwood Bert Sherwood Place Glen Griffin Austin Oslund P. T. Larson Wm. Wright Wm. Morgan Chas.Westman George Colby Arnold Beckman Frank N. Larson Alfred Anderson Orville Hoover Ed Johnson Chas. O. Johnson L. A. Ka

Auto Crash Near Osceola Injures Four

Miss Georgie Shore and Mrs. Franklin Williams with her young son were riding home on slippery roads when the car skidded near N Q Brown farm and overturned. The three adults suffered severe bruises while the child broke a shoulder. All are reported to be recovering well.

Georgie Shore Lester Shore Franklin Williams N. QO. Brown Osceola

Building Fine New Barn on Wm F Dunn Farm

Wm F Dunn erecting a large new barn northwest of town with Nels Anderson as builder. Ground space 58 by 68 with three sheds and a hay barn 24 by 34 and 18 foot posts. One shed has Lowden cattle stanchions and other sheds for cattle and horses. Estimated total cost about $3000.

Wm. F. Dunn Nels Anderson

Horst-Miller Wedding in York Unites Local Couple

Horst and Miss Mattie Miller married Saturday afternoon by Rev. De Wolf in York. They will live with Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Miller while Strasburg residents are away, then occupy Dr. Oberg property. The bride trained as a nurse with notable experience, the groom a respected young businessman with strong service record.

Will Horst Mattie Miller York de Wolf Clarence Miller Strasburg Colo

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