Thunder snow and local notes from 1876 Osceola
The Osceola Record reports a thunder snow storm with damaging hay losses in Valley precinct and a prairie fire. Local figures Dicker & Pheasant promote agricultural implements while plans for a Cree Crete livery business shift. Andrew Seger returns from Indian Territory and the Nebraska M E Conference pamphlet is reviewed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Vanlorn
Fay & Saw
Dicker & Pheasant
Osceola
Gee Sonan
T. Dixon
Ed Crete
I. F. Kelley
PMR
Pi Dicker & Pheasant
Columbus items reveal mining move and bridge progress
The Columbus Journal notes a rush of immigrants from Illinois planning near Columbus, Baker and Burgess preparing a new book store, and Arnold leading a 75 to 100 man Black Hills expedition. It also reports Arnold's company joining Gordon's Sioux City party, the Loup River bridge nearing completion, and local businessmen urging better river crossing to secure trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus Journal
Columbus
Ilinois
J. A. Baker
P. Burgess
Hills
A. J. Arnold
Polk
Butler Counties
Butler
Loup River
Stromsburg Church Tower Plans and Business Fair Notes
In Stromsburg the Baptist church work progresses with a planned 50 to 60 foot tower adding ornament to the town. Smith and Dodge place a large stock of agricultural implements, while Headstrom ships goods to Jackson not Columbus. Rev Brannan closes a two week revival with strong attendance though no converts reported. The community stays quiet and united in public matters despite the revival mystery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith & Dodge
Headstrom
Jackson
Columbus
Baptist Church
Brannan
Alls Well in the Valley Amid Edges of Winter Work
Farmers in the valley sow wheat and plowing continues through winter. Some settlers cross Platte River on the ice while others sell or rent farms. The district school closed Feb 22 and a lively Sanders schoolhouse literary society attracts crowds. readers are urged to bring fiddles for good congregations. A bridge over Platte River at Silver Creek is discussed with interest and speculation about its fate.
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A. E. Neat Annanl
Andrew Seger
Leeney
Indian Territory
M. E. Church
State Hurnal Co
Sanders Shop
Bellig
H. Hoy
R. Shanky
Shank
Platte River
T. H. Sanders
W. B. Daymude
J. W. Sheldon
Sanders
Silver Crees
Question on county bridges and hog breeds in Polk County
The writer argues against new bridge work funded by direct taxes, noting only twenty thousand dollars spent on bridges in the south and east county and unfinished projects. They question the origin of the Chester White, Berkshire and Poland China hog breeds and seek answers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Platte River
Polk County
Chester White
Berkshire
Poland
Mip-Vauvtzey
Insanity Basis Leads to Commission Hearing for Eugene Mitchell
About four weeks ago Eugene Mitchell of Clear Creek precinct showed signs of insanity. He was brought before the Commissioners of Insanity and adjudged insane after a careful inquiry by Heald Whaley and Nance. He may be sent to the Hospital for the Insane at Lincoln if space is available. Opinions differ on the cause, but it is considered probably temporary with rest and medical care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene Mitchell
Clear Creek
Heald
Whaley
Nance
Lincoln
Swede Farm Fire Suppresses Corn-Stall Blaze
A Swede living on section 26 battled a corn-stall fire that grew unmanageable but was finally subdued. Farmers plowed Thursday and Friday but faced a setback Saturday. A notice to Granges sought Master and Secretary addresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merton County
Daymude
Revival Meeting Builds Church and Wheat Gift
Mr Ephor reports a revival at the Victor school house seven miles southeast of Osceola. He organized a Baptist Church with the Church of God brethren aiding with prayers and counsel. The church’s membership has grown and they sent a wagon load of wheat as thanks.
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Ephor
Victor School House
Osceola
Church of God
Earnheart
Sermon Services At Sanders and Beebe School Houses
Rev. D. Merrick will preach Sunday March 5 at 3 P.M. at Sanders School House and again at Beebe School House at 3 P.M. J.Q. A. Fleharty, Pp. OC.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Merrick
Sanders’ School
Beebe School House
Q. A. Fleharty
Cattle Herd Preparedness Mentioned Near A A Ticehurst
A notice notes readiness to herd cattle in the upcoming season. It lists residence on Sec 30, T16N R1W, near A A Ticehurst, and is signed by Dolin Strack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sec
Township
A. A. Ticehurst
Dolin
Notice to Teachers Examinations in Osceola School House
Public examination of Illinois applicants for Teachers Certificates held at Osceola School House on February 8 at 9 A M and on the last Saturday of each month thereafter. Superintendent 223 J B Mercur y Co. Sup t.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osceola
Stock Bull for Hire to Improve Local Stock
James Bell offers 8 first class Devon Bulls, three years old, kept at his farm for potential buyers to improve their stock. Suitable for breeders seeking quality bulls to enhance herd genetics. Bulls available for use by arrangement at the Bell property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Bell
Leve Yankees Price Current at Broadcloths and Boots
The notice lists prices for chickens, turkeys, live poultry, butter, eggs, prints, Canton flannel, cassimeres, ducking, unbleached muslin, mens overalls, caps, hose, gloves, misses shoes, boots, and tea. It promotes a large clothing stock at Columbus prices, asserting the largest, most complete Polk County stock at bargain rates with a heavy discount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lou Maslin
Aviva
Ladi Pte
Columbus
Polk County
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Marcl
Eosin Dtene
J WY Carson
Dicker
Omaha
Columbus Party of Black
Greta Society
Kansas
H. C. Barnes
David City
Black Hills
Mitchell
Stromsburg
Business Fair
Mid-Valley
J. B. Lewis
J. N. Hurd
Thornton
J.B. Mrrcue
Y. Co. Sup't
A. E. Annabil
E ‘Ler
Idelbergeid H
Hammond House
Twelfth Street
Columbum
Saeed Gy
Tners OF
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Drake
Engine House Square
E. Drake
Agt
Corempus
Nex
R. H. Henry
J. C. Henry, Fremont
Henry & Brothers
Eclipse Wind Engines
Warehouse
Nebraske
Elward Harvester
Haines
Ted Ottawa
Millbrook
Star Combined
BROWN
Plante
Rivat
Chine
Public Square
Schram Brothers
Nelrasica
Bank
Ing
Eam Ee
Iad
Bea Y
Parle
Mustelins
Daniel FF
Beatty
Washington, N.J
J. Pfisterer
Ero’s
Gunsmith
Locksmits and
Malchinisl S
Union L
Lincoln, Nebraska
Ayuunition, &c
John Dale
Propriets
Materia
Connecti
Morse
At-The - Karmers
Pearen Vate de Vaux
STOME
SHELL
Ehlouring Mill
J. P. Becker
Dealera
Colubus
A. Nance
N. W
Blue River
Plotts’ Star
Edward, Blotts
Washington, N. J
White's
Post Office
Daniel Beatty
Washington.j
Canada
Ansel F. Beatty
Eae Med
U.S. AF
Annabil
New Grist
Tam
Notte
Pleasant Fg
Oge Witly
J. W. Seel Poy
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