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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1953
Page
4
Lexington operates without a formal budget since April 30 as it shifts to a first class government. The new fiscal year runs from July 31 to August 1 with a projected $150,000 balance across all funds when the budget starts August 1.
Mrs. Joe Lavicky reeled in an unusually large bullhead from her pond Monday evening last week. The fish weighed four pounds, measured a little over 15 inches in length and about 13 inches in girth, according to bathroom scales.
Clay County farmers face heavy losses from corn rootworms with 1952 damages estimated at $100,000. Rainfall could alter the 1953 damage, as some fields may yield no ears at all according to the Clay County News.
Saunders County Sheriff Joe Davis identifies the deceased man killed near the Ashland depot on July 6 by a Burlington train. FBI fingerprint report in Washington, DC lists Ernest Johnson with more than five aliases. he had a prison record and is listed with the FBI. The exact circumstances of the death remain unclear.
The Ashland Gazette notes a man near Ashland may have been lying across the track when struck by a train. Authorities believe the body and limbs were severed by the train, and if he had fallen in front of the engine or from a car, he would have suffered worse injuries.
The Nebraska Game Commission starts construction on Grove lake dam in Antelope county three miles north of Royal. An earth dam 32 feet high will hold about 75 000 cubic yards of dirt with a 34 foot top width and a county road crossing. The project requires cutting roughly 4 800 trees and creates a 65 acre lake with a minimum depth of 28 feet.
Albion News reports supporters seek donations to send 22 year old Betty Wirges to Mayo Bros Clinic in Rochester Minnesota after a December ice fall fractured her spine. The injury has reduced her muscular control and limits work to a few hours daily. An Omaha doctor said treatment was unlikely, but friends push for specialist care.
Howard county commissioners at their July meeting voted to abolish the road overseer positions across county districts. There are 42 posts reduced to six qualified men, with the clerk stating the move will save bond expense and streamline county operations.
The St. Paul Phonograph notes proposals to cut down record keeping and considerable work and expense in the county assessor's and treasurer's offices to save on election expenses.
The Stanton Register notes a hex depicted on Fioogle street in the Lil Abner comic. Over the last year every family in the two-block area has had a member in hospital, prompting readers to ask if they are reading Mr. Ripley.
Ten days after a wind storm the Roland Wolvin family found their parakeet near the Millard Bjerrum place. The bird escaped from Roland’s hand at the door and survived dramatic temperature changes during the absence, returning home at last.
Axel Kron of Jamestown New York and his son Laverne Kron of Chicago visited Axel's brother Alvin Kron. The meeting marks the first time the brothers have seen each other in 44 years since a prior gathering in Sweden.
Dr J F Theisen and wife Valeria Schott moved to Howells last Wednesday. He earned a Creighton University degree in Omaha and opened a unique dental office in town. He is the son of Dr and Mrs Frank Theisen of Creighton, and Valeria is the former Valeria Schott, daughter of Mr and Mrs Joe Schott of Osceola.
Daisy 4 H Dairy Club met at Dennis Schmoker home with eight members. plans include judging George Imm cattle and July 28 meeting at Merle Dawes home. Sweet Susies 4 H Club gathered at Osceola Park July 23 with roll call, demonstrations on mixing and measuring, and wrap up with swimming and treats by Verna Campain.
Induction entries reported for Omaha on Thursday July 23 include Francis W. Schwartz Stromsburg Donald G. Geier Columbus and Max R. Anderson Osceola.
Crouse Tex Drug Co promotes Super Kemtone for painted walls in colors you will enjoy featuring a paint product endorsement and a local supplier reference. The note emphasizes consumer choice and brand compatibility for home decorating.
A sale list highlights limited quantities and prices for sugar 20 lbs, Jell 2 packs at 23c, Hershey syrup 1 lb can at 17c, Our Family catsup, Doles pineapple, red pitted cherries, Skippy peanut butter No 2 can at 31c and 23c, SWE potatoes No 2 can 25c, Duncan Hines cake mixes giant size 69c, 10-lb bag 33c, 2 lbs 28c, 8 oz 15c.
The area near Hy Buresch farm received 2.20 to almost three inches with reports of 1.10 to 1.40 inches around Osceola and nearby Swede Home. Storms produced hail and strong winds between Osceola and Shelby blowing a TV aerial at the Watts place and causing corn damage. David City mostly missed rain. St Marys noted a good rain. Moisture arrives as corn begins to peep and needs moisture.
Mrs. M. R. Whitmore aged 78 died after a lingering illness at the Rest Home near Osceola on Saturday July 25. She was buried beside her husband M. R. Whitmore at the family cemetery in Coin Iowa. Surviving are three daughters and one son including Mrs. W. H. Pierce of Shelby. Services were held Tuesday morning at the EUB church in Shelby with Rev. Paul Riggs officiating.
Six Boy Scouts joined by Dewey Sigler and Dale Lewis went on a Thursday night fishing trip near Silver Creek. Steven Sigler caught two fish while Dewey Sigler caught one. The group was treated to candy bars and watermelon afterward.
An advertising note urges readers to choose Crouse-Tex Drug Co for the best wormers for pigs and other livestock, highlighting their products and services.
Four H camp at Seward July 20 to 22 hosted 41 youths and leaders from six counties Mer rick Greeley Howard York Adams and Polk. Despite heavy rains attendees enjoyed games swimming crafts and stunt night with Polk County participants listed.
The Daily Lincoln Star touts mail delivery advantages with editions arriving up to ten hours later on rural routes and a price break compared to Iowa line papers. It advertises 7% weeks at $1 and yearly rates with daily and Sunday options, plus features like Dick Tracy and other content, urging readers to order through the office.
Mr and Mrs John Bessey of Madison visited their granddaughter Mrs Clayton Lucas and family while on a trip. The article notes a new kodak with plenty of films as essential for vacation, available at Crouse-Tex Drug Co.
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