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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1973
Page
1
The writer explains unexpected assignment and details flag purchases for Independence Day through the Legion led by Pat Richards and Dave Johnson with Adjutant Elmer Johnson. July 4 delivery shifts. The Record will print Thursday the Sth. The columnist hints at a light, conversational tone for two months.
Bernie Gissler reports last Saturday’s turnout was poor and warns more work remains. Saturday begins at 8 30 a m with painting the school house and ongoing sod house work. one more jack is needed for sod walls. Bring tools or a spare jack to Bernie or Saturday.
Osceola midgets sweep three games this week with strong hitting and late rallying. Doyle Nelson pitched a no hitter in a 20-0 rout of Rising City. Osceola defeated Shelby in extra innings after trailing, with key hits by Nelson Neujahr and Daryl Nelson.
The adjusted family income limit for rural housing loans through the Farmers Home Administration in Nebraska increases from 9500 to 10600. County supervisor Raymond M. Hauser Jr. says FHA financing assists rural families lacking bank access for homes, multi family rentals, farms, water and waste systems, and emergency farm credit.
J Keith Cook of Omaha reports the annual March of Dimes drive in Nebraska was highly successful. Polk County Chapter receipts for 1973 reached 4504 43 dollars, up 1278 from 1972. Cook thanks Mrs Donald Rystrom of Stromsburg and chapter workers for their efforts.
Columbus defeated Osceola 11-3 at Pawnee Park in Central Nebraska Baseball League action on Sunday June 17. Mike Aemi earned the win while Ron Walters and Bruce Schmidt pitched. Prokop took the loss and Stallings also appeared.
Seventeen girls from Bethel 61 Osceola attended Grand Bethel in Lincoln June 14 and 15. Deborah Larson won 2nd place for her report as Grand Representative to Wyoming. Vicki Wiese was drawn Grand Representative to Iowa. Ruth Bachenberg represented in the Miss Jobs Daughters Pageant. Sponsoring adults were Milan Snodgrass Ed Watts Jack Wieseman Dick Watts and Maurice Watts Jr.
A total of 65 youths participated in the CROP walk southeast of Osceola on Sunday April 29 raising 877 dollars. Nancy Kucera led fundraisers with the top amount followed by Duane Oquist. Chairs were Mr. and Mrs. Bob Carey. about 50 completed the full 12 miles. CROP is sponsored by Church World Service.
Joyce Page elected secretary treasurer of the Osceola Chamber of Commerce at a Monday meeting at Chat and Chow Cafe. She will assume duties July 1 when Kathy Howe moves to Columbus. New Osceola hires introduced. Ruth Lux spoke on Ted Wright’s recent visit and signs, storefronts, and low rent housing. The CIP committee seeks a sponsor for a Polk County Museum highway sign. Muse Theatre to close July 22 for summer due to low attendance.
Mr. Joe Peterson of Wahoo died June 17. Funeral services were held on Wednesday at the Lutheran Church in Wahoo. He is survived by one son Gerald of Wahoo. Peterson served as a Union Pacific section foreman while living in Osceola several years ago.
Ted Wright supervisor of community planning met Osceola leaders Ruth Lux and local businessmen last Tuesday. He toured Osceola to review improvements and noted the town will be recognized at the fall state CIP awards as one of 15 communities in the state participating for 10 years amid a 1973 contest with over 200 entrants.
Coop Oil Inc owner DeVern Rodene says monthly allotments keep supplies steady but end of month shortages hit hard. Malek's 66 Service and Lewis Mobil also restrict sales, with varying hours and policies aimed at preserving stock for locals.
Osceola girls softball teams win two straight as team1 dominates Shelby 20 to 13 with Brenda Peterson Debbie Neujahr and Bev Schott delivering a grand slam. Team2 wins 13-2 over Waco and team3 loses 22-19 to Waco as errors hurt their effort. Coach Urban, Roberts and Wright praise players and parents as teams prepare to host Gresham Friday.
The Thursday Night Men s Golf League announced winners after supper with Alex Mills and Mike Jones posting a 74 low scratch score. Winners include John Fujan and Fran Urban for low handicap, and Diana Miller for high score on No 1. Sunday morning ladies handicap tourney saw Joan Beebe shoot 36 to win the trophy, with Bonnie Nelson and Doris Peterson in runner positions. Change of residence notes Merna Walford relocated to southeast Osceola from near Gresham.
Osceola's Pee Wees split a double header at Gresham. In the opener Osceola held a late lead then withstood a Gresham rally to win 6-5 as Tim Peterson and Bobby Carey pitched in relief. Randy Urban caught. The Big Pee Wees fell 6-3 as Sterup could not finish due to innings limits and Watts allowed more hits.
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