Village records show weather, fire, births and civic projects
Last Saturday brought heavy rains and a yard bucket filled half full with water. John Bease’s granary was struck by lightning and demolished. A girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. B. D. Cotton on Tuesday. The Village Board awarded seven concrete crossing contracts to replace defective ones. TM. F. Bates plans to move to southeastern Kansas. The Board of Education set a 20 mill tax levy this year despite higher valuations. CG. C. Stull and wife traveled to Lincoln for Bertha Stull’s wedding to an attorney Greene and may settle in the West. Jos. Jackson harvested 20 bushels per acre. Plans for a waterworks system are ready, with a standpipe at the northeast square corner near the bastile and mains around the square and to H. F. Henderson’s residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Bease
Dr. Gray
B. D. Cotton
F. Bates
Kansas
Board of Education
CG. C. Stull
Lincoln
Bertha Stull
Greene
Pacific Coast
Jos. Jackson
Osceola Soldier Home and Local War Efforts Highlight Community
Rev W W Alverson returns from nine months overseas service in the army YIMICA. Community notes Edward Grindell dies at his sister’s home and is buried in Wisconsin. Read about a proposed ice plant, a August 15 welcome home celebration for soldiers, a local banker J W Wilson’s death in Boulder, and a garage theft with a burned Ford. The article discusses war related grain and rubber production, rationing, and community support for fair play and national effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Alverson
Osceola Presbyterian Church
Froulk
Army Yimica
Edward Grindell
W. I. Kepner
Wisconsin
J. W. Wilson
Stromsburg
Boulder
Colorado
Tom Meacham
Tom
Silver Creek
G. E. Samuelson
August Senn
Norris Campbell
Sun exposure hazards and cautions for skin health
The article warns against extensive sun exposure to achieve tanned skin, detailing sunburn risks from first degree burns to severe illness with fever and vomiting. It notes high altitude exposure increases UV effects, potential death from excessive sunlight, and specific cautions for tuberculosis patients and those on sulfa drugs. It urges gradual exposure and physician guidance.
Vitamin E Curbs Muscle Diseases Reported by Doctors
The synthetic water soluble form of vitamin E described by Prof. Lee Irwin Smith of the University of Minnesota may be taken orally due to its dissolvable nature with minimal acid. Researchers also report sun ultraviolet wave bands linked to skin cancer with overexposure noted as a longstanding risk, including sailors historically cited for high skin cancer incidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Academy of Sciences
Lee Irwin Smith
University of Minnesota
H. P. Rusch
B. E. Kline
University of Wisconsin
Winners in Home Beautifications Contest and local notices
Winners in the Home Beautifications Contest are listed by owners and renters with names and towns. News notes report the closing of J H Euler Co stock to a Mercantile Co, Neb summer students, moving families, a newborn, a car shop opening, a wedding shower, land purchase, and a fragmentary local item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Youngquist
Stromsburg
Henry Larson
James McMeekin
Shelby
Elmer Rasp Gresham
Raymond Bond
Gresham
O. E. Adelson
Polk
Walter Rystrom
Ansel Fredrickson
Osceola
J. H. Eiter & Co
A Mercantile Co
Osceolans
University of Nebraska
Lois Fentress
Helen Huston
W. E H. Thompson
Mildred Peterson
J. Carl Bryant
C. M. Humphrey
Carl Frahm
Frahm
West
Howard Dixon
Hastings
D. J. Smith
C. J. Augustin
Shebby
Walter
Kirtley Signs 40 Acre Purchase Contract
Kirtley also entered into a contract with Mr. Augustine to buy a 40 acre tract for $2800, detailing the terms of the sales agreement and the parties involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kirtley Thas
Mr. Augustine
War Bonds urged for every pay day
A call to action urges readers to buy War Bonds with ten percent of each paycheck, emphasizing that spending on bonds preserves precious lives and money for the war effort.
Date Seed and Offshoots in Palm Propagation
Date palms produce 5 to 25 suckers in the first decade of life. Female palms require hand pollination from male blooms February to May for fruit set. Beekeeping aids pollination, fruit thinning follows, clusters are covered, and fruit is harvested weekly from September to Christmas.
When Cats Are Sick and Restoring Appetite
The guide advises checking teeth for ulcers or broken teeth if a cat stops eating and consulting a vet if pain is suspected. If appetite returns, monitor for constipation and consider mineral oil with milk of magnesia. Persistent refusal, fever, dull coat or rough fur warrants veterinary care. Feeding boredom may require appealing, nourishing options and occasional chicken head tricks.
Tung Oil Growth Surges in United States Plantings
Dr David Fairchild introduced the tung tree to California in 1905. Tung culture remained experimental until recently as production expanded to about 175000 acres in the southeastern United States with 50000 to 60000 acres in full oil-bearing production. In 1940 US tung oil output reached 5000000 pounds while imports neared 100000000 pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Fairchild
U. S. Department of Agriculture
California
China
United States
Defrost Practices for Efficient Freezer Operation
The article advises defrosting often to save energy as frost thicker than a quarter inch increases costs. It suggests cooling all cooked foods before storage and using hot water to melt frost quickly by briefly turning off the unit and removing ice trays.
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Polk County
Walter J. Herbes
Osceola, Neb
Sig OY
Karl Stecan
Eastman
Northwest
Britain
Congress
Donald Nelson
Distillery Corporation
Gillette Committee
Senate
Handry
Metropolitan
Roosevelt
Seaboard
Polk County Medical Society
Consumers
U.S
Nebraska
Carolina Timm
L. M. Merrick
Shelby Theater
J. D. Jarmin
Propr
Sun
Jimmy Durante
Jane Wyman
Lupe Velez
Leon Errol
John Knickrehm
Conrad Jacobson
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Roy J Mandery
Railway Commission
Carl G Swanson
Clarence Davis
Roy William Johnson
Republican
S. J. Harless
Platte
C. R. Peterson
First National Bank
H. S. Exling
Crouse-Tex Drug Co
Harley Eklund
R. P
Omaha
Cafe Regis
St. —Harney
Farnam
Heszler
Great Pyramid
Egypt
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