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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1883
Page
2
The county anti convention met yesterday in CSCEOLA with D. M. Butler presiding. They elected F. Voiel as representative of the machine monopoly to chair the gathering, sparking debate on the role of monopolies in the event.
Ty claims Dr Arnold of English literary fame plans a national tour and New England audiences may welcome a foreign wonder. The prospect raises doubt he will match the success of Wilde Langtrey and others in the East.
The text notes Juvae Kinn is nominated by Iowa Democrats for governor and quotes a speech promising a fighting campaign. It criticizes opponents who claim they will sweep the state yet faded after the rebellion era and jokes they might target Nebraska next.
After a long battle among Aberdeen Pierre Bismarck Mitchell Redfield Ordway Canton Frankfort Huron and Steete Bismarck was chosen with a bid around 160 000 dollars and 320 acres of land The decision ends years of dispute over the capital location and notes Dakota’s potential statehood timing with Congress under a Democratic majority.
Washburn and Moen Co faced a refused injunction in St. Louis federal court Judge Treat presiding. Farmers of Polk County warned against royalty payments as notices to pay were tainted. The ruling though not final may be appealed to the U S Court and signals no party is beholden to Washburn Moon.
A humorous reflection on one man who endlessly seeks a perfect climate, moving from Nebraska to California and back, never satisfied with wheat or oranges and never finding happiness until, if ever, heaven. The piece mocks restless settlers chasing ideal environments.
Polk County farmers resist Washburn Moon Co claiming rights to Glidden barb wire. The alliance urges a test case to avoid royalty payments and force free use, recalling Iowa legal battles and past attorney fees. The piece argues farmers should unite despite past losses and pursue decisive action.
A letter discusses temperance politics, unity, and charity amid debates over saloon opposition. It argues reforms should come through the Republican party and urges temperance supporters to avoid harsh tactics, while noting some Swedes and others misread motives in temperance ventures. It condemns malice and praises calm, civic discourse.
Business quiet while farmers harvest crops. town glows with growth and new residences. Frank Dunning completes a substantial house addition. Frank Leibee and Rev Allbery move into new homes. Rev Wells takes charge at the Methodist parsonage. Allberry buys lots near the school and plans a fine home. John Dunning builds a fence and eyes stock raising. I Hill, Peter Wiser, and others erect houses and barns as July 4th celebrations loom. Hurrah for Uncle 4th as Shelby plans its festivities.
The item records the A. B. church dedication on the 27th by Rev. Cone with scripture reference. It mentions W. J. Moore’s eye ailment, W. W. Nutter canvassing for a U.S. map, and corn rotting in Hil area due to cold wind and rain. It notes birth anniversaries for Mrs. Gancen Fuller and Mrs. G. W. Moore and offers a blessing for years ahead.
Local note column reports hopeful crop prospects after favorable conditions. Mentions residents Criss in fair health and Rev Stottdin taking light recreation with friends. References to social gatherings and other brief updates among neighbors.
A letter from a reader describes rumors of a sea monster in the Platte River near Silver Creek bridge that proved to be an uprooted tree. It notes cattle getting unruly crossing Silver Creek bridge and jumping into the river. Miller praises rye, Genther notes his mother visiting friends, and ground squirrels affect corn. Horst family member in poor health.
Weekly transfers show Pat C J Carlson to A P Tilley with ne nw and $2000 bond. G W Barber to H T Arnold nw with $1500. U S to James Miller ed se. J B Crozier to M Stull ne with $1600. US to Jonas Swedlund e ne $613. Buckley et al to A E Vogel in Morrill's add to Stromsburg bound $350. Buckley et al to J D Edwards block 11 Morrill's add $6350 bond. Stromsburg town Co to Allen Pat ent lot k2 block 1 Ist add to Stromsburg wd $25. W P Phillips to Lewis Hahnsse $360 bond. Peter A Johnson to Nels G Johnson w nw } 253.133 wd $900. Peters A Johnson to A G Johnson s nw 23133 wd $900. Jones to school dist No. 59 part se sw 36134 wd. Clem to trustees blue ridge chapel part neve 2713 1 bond. Drain to WG&AM Catlett lot 4 block 10 Osceola wd $1250. Sto John Krzycki lots 2 and 3 in sec 3816 2. He Smith to A B Barnard lots 1 2 3 block 2 4th add to Osceola nd $274 50. Carl Pearson to John Myberg part se 33 14 3nd $262 50.
Summer shawls and a line of lace at the Bee Hive tease shoppers while promises of fourth of July celebration appear. R H MecConaughy in Stromsburg Nebraska advertises carriage services and a subscription note offers American Farmer free for a year. Miss Ella Crookham visits her brother M I Crookham. Judge Snider returns from Columbus trotting association with his horses placing respectably amid many rivals.
We returned from eastern markets with an elegant line of ladies millinery and trimmings and a large assortment of novelties in dry goods. The line is described as the finest and largest ever brought to this market with latest styles and best quality, and prices claimed to be lower than the lowest. Woods Bee Ilive.
A local ad offers a 4 year old black mare and a spring wagon from Taylor horse power at cheap cash or on time. Inquiries to Ida M Bonner.
In Polk County the Bee Hive store presents a premier line of millinery dry goods boots and shoes. The advertisement touts quality and variety aimed at shoppers seeking durable footwear and stylish headwear.
Reminder to shoppers that the Bee Hive stock includes a wide selection of novel ties in hats and trimmings sourced from eastern markets.
A two month old notice states a four year old small bay pony with white face is missing near Ed Kavanaugh in Shelby Nebraska. A reward of 15 dollars is offered for its recovery. The rest of the text appears stray and unrelated to the notice.
A note says Nan’s ceiling design is trendy for spring and summer and that a stylish selection is available at the Bee Hive.
Mrs. BK M J Cooley will give state lectures on Thursday and Friday evenings in June the 15th and at the court house. The public is invited to attend.
Victor Alliance presents a resolution condemning use of G lidan barb wire to swindle farmers in Polk County. Farmers unite to defend the first court case, with copies to Athens of Polk County and local papers.
The public is invited to prepare lunch baskets for an entertainment at the courthouse next Wednesday evening June 20. Baskets sell to the highest bidder for at least 50 cents and feed two. Proceeds benefit the Presbyterian church. Music will entertain and ensure a jolly time for all.
The ordinance levies a 43 mill general tax and a .004 tax for fire protection and a 4 toil tax for street maintenance on all property within Osceola for 1883. It specifies the General fund, Fire protection fund, and Street fund, with passage approved June 8 1883 and attested by the village clerk.
Sheriff announces sale under a Polk County Nebraska District Court order dated June 1 1883. Property is the southeast quarter of section 6 township 15 north range 2 west Osceola. Sale July 9 1883 at 1 pm at the courthouse south front door to satisfy judgment against F W Judisch plaintiff and Wm F Kimmel defendants plus costs.
An order of sale from Polk County District Court Nebraska dated January 1 1883 directs the sale of the NE quarter of section G township 1 north range 2 west with sale at Osceola courthouse on July 9 1883 at 1 pm to satisfy a judgment in favor of Nancy M Lagrange against William F Kimmel and Leah Kimmell plus costs. Sheriff S C Pleasant notes the sale at his office June 6 1883.
May 25 1885 notice states settler Young Vanhoosen filed intent for final proof to support his claim. Proof before Lincoln Nebraska Register Receiver on July 20 1388. Witnesses listed: IU G Bittenbencer Q Dinhawter y Livua J D Stone CF Stone.
May 24, 1883 notice for Clara A Theatore widow of Francis Theotore filing intention to make final proof before the district court at Polk County seat on July 2, 1883. Witnesses named include NP Hult of Osceola and OM of Twialt Neawa and A Johnson. The claim concerns the southwest quarter of section 36 in township 5 range 5.
Land Office at Lincoln Nebraska gives notice of proceedings for the removal of settlers from Polk County. It lists CW Atkins Osceola and names Guy Beebe IL Carson and J. Fineey among residents connected with entries 1576 and 16942 for section 6. The notice sets a date of July 20 1883 for actions to be taken.
Readers describe growing pains and aches affecting many people. They do not know the exact cause but report a gradual decline in health with each passing month.
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