Polk County Notes and Local Happenings 1882
A miscellany of Polk County news includes arrivals of Swedish visitors from Illinois, Mrs. Maury visiting in David City, Dr. Skelton from Pleasant Home, and local merchants advertising low prices. Reports on alliance politics, immigration prospects, real estate, and recent lectures on woman suffrage mark a busy period for Osceola and nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eb. D. Maury
David City
C. W. McCune
Dr. Skelton
Pleasant Home
Dances At Hackberry House Conclude Quietly
Record correspondence rebukes a meddling individual about entertainments at Hackberry with board approval for two disciplined panes in the school house. The notice says invitations go to gentlemen only and advises discretion to avoid trouble. A Lady WO WAS THERE.
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Hackberry
Local Residents Leave Area As Settlers Depart
Wayland Waits and Frank Albin of Mitchell county Kansas visit Fred Youmans. Mrs J H Kincaids mother from Kansas visits her daughter. Miss Mary E Michener leaves for Keokuk Co Iowa to live with relatives. Ab Webster sold his farm and plans to move west. A large gathering at N S Micheners for Mollic Lis birthday. Thirteenth anniversary of G B Dawson and D K Hands marriages celebrated at Dawsons with neighbors and roast turkey. Real estate activity rises as buyers seek farms. A note promises a Bogus Bill communication next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Albin
Mitchell County
Kansas
Fred. Youmans
J. H. Kincaid
Mary E. Michener
Iowa
Keokuk Co
Ab. Webster
N.S. Michener
Mollic Li
G. B. Dawson
D. K. Hand
X Peer Mars
Jottings on Nebraska towns and farm policy stance
The writer tours Stromsburg Arberville Aurora Doniphan St. Joe Marquette and Hamilton and Polk counties noting growth in Aurora Arborville and St. Joe. He questions the State Alliance called session at Hastings and argues for railroads fair charges and state law over national finance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bn. Recorn
Polk
Stromsburg
Arberville
Aurora
Doniphania Hall Co
Namilton Co
Nebraska
Butler
York
Hamilton
Arborville
J. D. Bell
W. S. Fairchild & Co
Jones
Waters
Osceola
St. Joe
Doviphan
Hall Co
Marquette
Polk Co
Hall
Sfamilton Co
Rosewater
Uastings
Wogt
Knobs Delegation and Suffrage Talk Echoed in Stromspurg
Last Friday night a delegation from the Knobs with Judge Morris of Crete spoke in Stromspurg about universal suffrage. The editor of the Republican is seen strolling with a lady, hinting at changes in his stance. Evangelizing workers may return, while saws and hammers mark ongoing seasonal work and the M. E. church plans meetings. Immigrants arrive daily as Scott & Woods opens operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Creek
The
Knobs
Morris
Crete
Republican
M. E
Mesers
Scott & Woods
Local notice hints at store opening in Post Office building
A fragment notes a general store in the Post Office building with well wishes for success. It mentions the Edgerton family, J. W. Edgerton, an attorney, arriving and being atop ing at the Commercial, and a reluctance to request further space.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Edgerton
Pracs
For Sale A brood mare strong work animal
A brood mare is offered for sale. Described as a good strong work animal. Listed under owner M A Ming with reference 231f.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M.A. Ming
Local Advertisements Opened in Osceola Neb and vicinity
A. M. Jay a tailor and mule jewelry dealer in the West Side Public Square Ox ceda announces a fresh stock. Milford Mills offers flour rivaling the best. N. A. Scory proclaims Not Dead but Alive. F. D. Griggs provides house sign and carriage painting west of Myer’s building in Osceola Nebraska. d2t
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. M. Jay
D. Griggs
Myer
Osceola
Milligan’s Condition powders at Snider & Baum’s drug store
To Honsa and cattle owners Milligan's Condition powders can be obtained at all times at Snider and Baum's drug store in Oxceda at 3 lbs for $1.00. They have been tested and give good satisfaction. The cheapest and best in the market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Milligan
Snider & Baum’s
Milligan's
Oxceda
Brown
Ave
Anston-Swedenberg and Gearuart-Knerr Marriages Noted
On February 23, 1882, in Osceola, Joan J. Axston and Christina E. Swevennene wed with Judge C. W. Akuis officiating. The marriage records show Gearuart-Knerr at the M. EB. Parsonage in Osceola with Rev. R. G. Adams officiating and Mare Ist, 1882. Mr Winnaw Gearuart married Mussina M. Kyerr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anston
Swedenberg
Osceula
Joan J. Axston
Christina E. Swevennene
C. W. Akuis
Gearuart—Knerr
M. EB
Osceola
R. G. Adams
Mare Ist
Winnaw Gearuart
Mussina M. Kyerr
Village to impound roaming stock after March 6 1882
Osceola residents are warned that any stock found running at large in the village after March 6 1882 will be impounded by the village marshal under the current ordinance. Er L Kine serves as Chairman of the Board of Trustees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
IL. F. Tyler
W. LH. Mortis
Messrs
Kyle and
Mossholder
Osceola
Bittenbender
Woman's Suffrage Association
Tyler
J. H. Youn
Ida Loomis
Morris
Treas
Er. L. Kine
Seedling Cottonwood Trees Offered For Sale
I offer yellow Cottonwood seedling trees at $1.50 per thousand delivered to Qoxceola or Silver Creek in good condition. Orders left at Myers & Co's will be filled by me where samples may be seen. Orders of 10 000 or more get 10 percent off. W. E. Foisox. 24-64
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Qoxceola
Silver Creek
Myers & Co
W. E. Foisox
New Spring Stock of Gents Turnishing Goods Arrives
Local ad noting new spring stock of gentlemen’s wear arrives at A Scott 241. Items include luddies and boots and shoes, flats and caps, trunks and valises. Limited details provided on styles or prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HEH. A. Scott
Dentist Dr J N Hopper to Attend at Shelby
Dr J N Hopper will be at Shelby to treat cases seeking dental work on the 15th 16th and 17th of the current month. All interested are asked to take notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N. Hopper
Shelby
Harness shop at old Pioneer stand on west square
Located on the west side of the square at the old Pioneer stand the shop offers the county’s largest stock of harness whips collars and related gear. The listing promotes a wide assortment and emphasizes the store’s prominence in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pioneer
Parker's Ginger Tonic Advertised By Buffalo Resident
A Buffalo woman endorses Parker's Ginger Tonic promising quick relief from fatigue and pain. The ad claims the tonic restores energy, color to the face, and vigor, urging mothers and daughters to consider its benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parker
Doctor F Saxenberger Opens Osceola Practice
To the Public of Polk and adjoining Counties Dr F Saxenberger has moved from Shelby to Osceola and will treat the sick promptly night and day He makes a specialty of female diseases fits epilepsy and kindred disorders Call at Auer's Restaurant Osceola Neb 8
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polk
F. Saxenberger
Shelby
Osceola
Auer
Neb
Lost promissory note in Osceola area
A promissory note for $100 payable to N. G. Thurman, signed by H. A. Scott and C. J. Johnson, dated Jan 21, 1882 and paid Jan 31, 1882 but not canceled, containing a $20 bill. Last seen near Osceola or on the Stromsburg road on Feb 1. Finder rewarded if returned to H. A. Scott.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osceola
Stromsburg
N. G. Thurman
H. A. Scott
C. J. Johnson
Dissolution of Law and Collection Partnership in Osceola
Notice states the partnership between I B L King and H G Thorman in law and collection business is dissolved by mutual consent. HW J King continues the business and assumes all indebtedness and receives all accounts. J L Krxe and H G Tourman Osceola Nebraska February A D 1882.
Russian Mulberry Trees Available for Purchase
All parties desiring Russian mulberry trees should call on or address Thos. Records Stratsburg or leave orders at this office. Prices range from ten to twenty five cents by size. Trees two feet high cost ten cents each. Deliveries to Osceola and Stromsburg with delivery time announced in due course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stratsburg
Osceola
Stromsburg
Local Groceries and Dental Services Advertised in Shelby
Rag A L A Beltzer offers staple and fancy groceries including California dried peaches and winter apples, plus Minneapolis winter wheat flour and buckwheat flour at cash prices. J N Horren announces dentistry services including extractions with chloroform and ether, artificial teeth, fillings, and temporary to permanent work, with visits to Shelby on the 10th 11th and 12th of each month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. A
Shelby
Inks
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Hoasy
Ll. W. Das
Thety T Shelby
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Patire
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Duwer
Wilson
Tf House
Torent
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Jokhazs
S Springs
T. Arnold Co
N. W. McCarty
Troon
Daly
Lincoln
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Sega
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Joan Ross
John Wilson Keber
Vsolet
Ravini
Smith
W. W.eald’s
Faraiers
Spain
Sahabas
Ines
Allianes
Michland
Whaley
Mies Parks
Beale
County Clerk's Office
Akiliod Osceola
Aker
W. J. Mossholder
H.T. Arnold & Co
Ilinois
Loring
Hirjah Lews
Quigley
Clas Allison
Record
W. H. Lill
IL. G
Thurman
Polk County
Missouri
Mickey
Olk County
Pilee
Alliance
Mr. Vogel
Mr. Rosewater
W. HT. Lill
Medontie
Ontario
Tul
H. T. Arnold & Co
Steve Gunningham
Dr. Sherman
Treasury
L. J. Browsers, Co. Treas
W. C. Jay
JI. C. Bittenbender
Mrs. Cole
E. B. Cole
Plattsmouth
Yankton
H. G. Thurman
Stanton
Mr. Thurman
Bret Gin
M. Church
C. H. Morrill
Dillon
Judee Morris
Heald
A. Beltzer
Wayland
Stromspurg
Milford Mills
Silogo
Koluanna
N. A. Scory
New Orleans
Honsa
Monson’s
Mrs
Mrs. McCoy
H. C. Brrrenplaven
Arnold's
C. L. Johnson
Blue River
James Patterson
L. J. Vanhoozen
Ijle
Mrs. Winslow
United States
Shelby Hotel
A. Hawley, Prop
Shelby Meat Market
Frank Fox
Fat Stock
P. O
Stare
W. J. Mossholders
Blu
Hanvert & Co
Portland
Chicago
Huinous
Lises
G. W. West
South Side Square
Oscmola, Neb
J. G Green
Osceola and
Stromsburg, Neb
Joe Karrer
Woods’ Hotel
Tapilic
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Coref Square
Beebe
E. A. Alstor
OLD Billiard Hall
Dunning & CO
A. Roth, Prop
McCarty
Snider & Maum's
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Tous Vallex
Borris
Chi
I [O'Neill
Sioux Creiglon
I Kearne
Andipai
Brainerd
St ‘Cloud
Algona
Arlhard
Charater
Clayton
Florence
Quinnesec Spalaid
Mani
Worcester
Chicago & Northwestern Railway
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Colorado
California
Sioux City
Klein, Ruelsford
Freeport
Dubuque
Jim River Velley
Pierre
Deadwood
Winona
Minnesota
Central Dakota
St. P
Canadas
J.D. Layang
Ceri Dupe
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