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Newspaper

Osceola Record

Location

Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1951

Page

4

Swede Home News Highlights Local Social Hour

Mr and Mrs Edwin Lewis hosted Tuesday supper with Carol Donelson family. Numerous gatherings honored birthdays and anniversaries including Dora Yungdahl and F H Fredrickson. Delmer Alexis baptized. sponsors were Oscar Johnson. Other visits included Mead, Omaha and Denver connections.

Edwin Lewis Carol Donelson Ronald Sarow M. D. Strong A. E. Franzen Joanne Irvin Gestrine Frank Oquist Nellie Olson Elsa Olson Mead Ellen Anderson J. W. Toline Vance Toline Harold W. Johnson Marlowe Johnson John Gestrine Henry Thelander Martin Gestrine Evelyn Carolyn Levert Oquist Carl Thelander Ansel Fredrickson Mary Mary Ferrell Ed Shears Wm. Ehlers Betty York Omaha Rayne Donelson, Jr Everett Anderson F. H. Fredrickson F. H

Beulah Cemetery Society to Meet in Osceola March 16

The Beulah Cemetery Society will hold its March 16 meeting at Miss Lesta Mace’s Osceola home. Members should bring hats for sale at the April gathering. Local social news follows with visits and family gatherings across Osceola and Ris ing City.

Beulah Omaha Wesley Glenn Ida Lohr Grand Island Robert Penick Kimball George Heinemeyer L. A. Meacham Merle Wieseman Danny Michael Eddie Davis Barbara Egly Miss Egly Ronnie Carlson York George Geier Joe Tomasievicz Rising City C. van Meter L. R. Meacham George Buchta Marlene Billy Marcia Carlson Johnny Carlson Robert Carlson Jr Gus Carlson

Pickett Couple Entertained at Nelson Home

Mr and Mrs Bruce Pickett were entertained last Wednesday evening in the home of Mr and Mrs Otto Nelson and enjoyed the television programs.

Bruce Pickett Otto Nelson

Legend on Civil War statue horse exact meaning

The statue of a general on horseback uses a three foot positions legend to indicate fate. Two feet off the ground shows the rider died in action, one foot raised signals a wound, and all four feet on the ground indicate safety.

Family Gambit Behind Diamond Proof in Zeke Case

Mike Clanahan arranges bold tactics to influence romance and power in a tale of Cobblestone town. Cathy asks for a delicate plan while James resists marriage and a hidden fortune of old bills surfaces through Zeke.

Mike Clanahan Mike Cathy James Her Zeke

Polk County Extension News March programs and events

Extension hosts panels on fertilizers in York at City Auditorium on March 20 with a 10:00 start and a 12:00 lunch, plus a welding school March 14 in Paul Monson's shop. Other items include the annual dairy cooperative meeting in Osceola March 15, and the 1951 PFL events with a national banquet March 8. News also notes Polk County on the Air segment Saturdays 11:00 to 11:15 on KMMJ and new publications in stock.

York, Nebraska City Auditorium York Chamber of Commerce Farmer‘’s Welding School Paul Monson Polk County Assa Nebraska Non-stock Dairy Breeders Cooperative Osceola Polk County KMMJ

Silver wedding anniversary celebrated in Shelby

Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Gonnerman observed their silver anniversary at home in northwest Shelby with a six o'clock family dinner. Guests included relatives from Waco Gresham York Dallas and Polk. Dale Watkins performed at the Legion Club Osceola starting 8:30 p.m. for dancing and listening pleasure.

H. E. Gonnerman Northwest Shelby Gonnerman Gail Willard Larson Polk Sylvia Mickey Raymond Gonnerman Waco Hazel Fritz Gonne Dale Watkins Legion Club Osceola Legionnaires

Gustafson and McKeeman Family Mentioned in Notice

Mrs. J H Gustafson and Mrs E A McKeeman are named along with Max in a brief society notice detailing a family or social event. The fragment indicates multiple relatives present in the same item.

Warfarin Rat Killer Stocked by Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Dr Hess’s Warfarin rat killer is now stocked by Crouse-Tex Drug Co, expanding available pest control options for local households and businesses. The product is manufactured under the Dr Hess brand, promising a chemical bait for rodent control.

Dr. Hess Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Osceola Seaman Lisko Completes Navy Recruit Training

Bernard M. Lisko seaman recruit of the U S Navy son of Mr and Mrs Lewis Lisko of Osceola has finished recruit training at San Diego and is ready for assignment to a fleet unit or to Navy schools for specialized training.

Bernard M. Lisko U. S. Navy Lewis Lisko Osceola San Diego Navy

Social Guests and Local Notices Highlight Weekend

Mr and Mrs Earl Bond were Sunday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Bruce Pickett. Blackley and Calf Scout season is here. The best brands are sold by Crouse-Tex Drug Co.

Earl Bond Bruce Pickett Blackley Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Mrs Peterson and daughter to visit California

Mrs C R Peterson and her daughter Mrs Roger Gustafson of Polk plan a Thursday evening departure from Grand Island to California to visit friends and relatives for several weeks.

C. R. Peterson Roger Gustafson Polk Grand Island California

Kenneth Cornish to Undergo Gallbladder Surgery

Word from the Record office that Kenneth Cornish, a patient at St. Catherine hospital in Omaha, will undergo gallbladder removal surgery today. His many friends wish him a speedy recovery and note his Omaha address for reference.

Kenneth Cornish St. Catherine Hospital Omaha

Gas Office Dinner At Malek's Cafe

Lloyd Green treated the Gas office employees to a steak dinner at Malek's Cafe on Tuesday evening. A business meeting followed the dinner. Miss Dorothy Campbell and Miss Phyliss Nelson of Lincoln were guests of Miss Mary Warwick last weekend.

Lloyd Green Malek’s Dorothy Campbell Phyliss Nelson Lincoln Mary Warwick

Worm Powder Promises Pallet Soil Boost

An advertisement claims Sals bury's Worm Powder will improve pallet laying by worming soil. The quirky copy emphasizes a quick fix for dry or resistant pallets and suggests simple application for better results.

Crouse-Tex Drug Keeps Prescription Fill Service

Crouse-Tex Drug advertises prescription filling as its main business with two registered pharmacists in charge.

Crouse-Tex Drug

Berger–Osceola couple welcome son Darrell Lee

Mr and Mrs Elmer Berger of Polk are parents of a son born at Stromsburg hospital on February 28. He weighs eight pounds 12 ounces and is named Darrell Lee. The Bergers lived in Osceola until about a year ago where Mr Berger worked for the Farmers Co operative Oil Association and Mrs Berger ran a beauty shop.

Elmer Berger Polk Stromsburg Hospital Darrell Lee

Alarm Clocks as low as $1 at Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Alarm clocks priced from one dollar are advertised at Crouse-Tex Drug Co. The listing highlights affordability and stock variety for customers seeking inexpensive timekeeping devices.

Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Polk Residents Visit Strombergs and Johnsons

Mr. and Mrs. Donavon Widga of Polk were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Mervin Stromberg. Mr. and Mrs. Claus Johnson of Lincoln were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Johnson and family.

Donavon Widga of Polk Mervin Stromberg Claus Johnson Lincoln Mrs Vernon Johnson

Bowman family gathers for weekend with Hebron kin

Mrs Bowman left Friday to visit her parents Mr and Mrs Geo Wilken at Hebron. Mr Bowman and the children joined Saturday to celebrate his mother in law's birthday anniversary on Sunday.

Mrs. Car] Bowman Geo. Wilken Hebron Mr. Bowman

Crouse Sells Diabetic Foods Jellies Candy Gum and Cookies

The retailer Crouse offers a range of diabetic friendly foods including jellies candy gum and cookies for customers seeking special dietary options.

Weekend visitors at the Wm. Buhl home

Doris Risch of Howells Nebraska Barbara Schumacher of Lihue Hawaii and Dianne Buhl visited the Wm. Buhl home. The three students attend Midland College in Fremont.

Wm. Buhl Doris Risch Howells, Nebr Barbara Schumacher Lihue Kauai Hawaii Dianne Buhl Midland College Fremont

Baby Department Aims to Provide All For Newborns

The Crouse-Tex Drug Baby Department promises a complete range of infant items and essentials for new parents. Shoppers can find diapers, formula, clothing, and care supplies in one location.

Crouse-Tex Drug Baby Department

Osceola Native Carol Hansen Hospitalized in Ogallala

Carol Hansen daughter of Mr and Mrs Leonard Hansen former Osceola residents has been in Ogallala hospital for medical attention according to a local bulletin.

Carol Hansen Leonard Hansen Osceola Ogallala Hospital

Miley Family Visited Rutters During Sunday Gathering

Mr and Mrs Earl Miley and their family spent Sunday afternoon as guests of Mr and Mrs Dave Rutter and family enjoying a family visit.

Earl Miley Dave Rutter

Playtex Rubber Pants and Care Products Sold By Crouse-Tex

Playtex pure rubber pants, creams, powders and oils are sold by Crouse-Tex Drug Co.

Playtex Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Norton couple guests of Lincoln locals Sunday

Mr. and Mrs. Bill Norton of Lincoln were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Norton and Mr. Hayden.

Bill Norton Lincoln W. W. Norton Mr. Hayden

Wall and Paint Selections Highlighted at Crouse Tex Drug

Crouse Tex Drug showcases a large stock making wall paper and paint selections easy for customers. The wide assortment supports home decorating projects with numerous brands and finishes available in store.

Crouse Tex Drug

Branting Family Hosts Dinner Saturday Evening

Mr and Mrs Ray Branting and their daughters entertained guests including Doris Risch of HowellsBarbara Schmuker of Hawaii and Dianne Buhl Midland college students at a Saturday evening dinner.

Ray Branting Doris Risch Howells Barbara Schumaker Hawaii Dianne Buhl Midland College

Hastings, Stromsburg hosts entertain Gilbert Johnson

Mr and Mrs Algor Peterson and Mr and Mrs Kenneth Peterson of Hastings Mr and Mrs Philip Johnson and son Ray of Stromsburg and Mrs John Carlson of Mead were entertained on Sunday in the Gilbert Johnson home.

Algor Peterson Kenneth Peterson Hastings Philip Johnson Ray Stromsburg John Carlson Mead Gilbert Johnson

Omaha visitors visit Mrs. Fornander and Rutter kin

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Rutter and Mark of Omaha spent Sunday visiting Mrs. Effie Fornander. Valerie Kay Rutter is with her grandmother while her mother recovers from a recent operation.

Tom Rutter Mark Omaha Effie Fornander Valerie Kay Rutter Mrs. Fornander Dave Rutter

Sedlak Family Remembered on Johnnie Sedlak Birthday

Mr and Mrs L R Vavrina and Mr and Mrs Ernest Vavrina with Terry Alan of Abie and Mr and Mrs J Sedlak of Bee were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Raymond Sedlak celebrating Johnnie Sedlak's second birthday anniversary.

Johnnie Sedlak L. R. Vavrina Ernest Vavrina Terry Alan Abie J. &. Sedlak Bee Raymond Sedlak

Friday Guests at Dr Peterson Home Include Habermans and Major

Friday evening visitors at the home of Dr and Mrs R O Peterson and their son were Mr and Mrs John Haberman of Geneva and Mr and Mrs Paul Major of Lincoln. The Majors stayed over the weekend.

R. O. Peterson and Son John Haberman Geneva Paul Major Lincoln Major

Jim Pulliam Returns From Omaha Employment

Jim Pulliam arrived home Saturday morning after working in Omaha for several weeks.

Jim Pulliam Omaha

Mrs Hardesty Visits Daugher in Omaha Hospital

Mrs Hardesty travels to Omaha on Friday to visit her daughter Mrs Homer Bollinger who remains confined at St Joseph hospital.

Rutter Family Weekend Visits Spanning Iowa

Mr and Mrs Dave Rutter and Donna left Wednesday to visit relatives in Omaha and Newton Iowa and Des Moines. They were joined by Valeria Jacquelin and Ricky Rutter visiting grandmother Effie Fernandez during their parents absence.

Dave Rutter Donna Tom Rutter Omaha Ted Rutter Newton, Iowa Major Mrs. Norris Des Moines Valeria Jacqueline Ricky Rutter Effie Fernandez

Sealtest ice cream products and visitors noted

The report highlights Sealtest Nut Rolls and Ice Cream Pies made by Mr. and Mrs. John Staroscik and Mr. and Mrs. Don Ray Byers. It mentions Sealtest half gallons and assorted flavors at Crouse-Tex near Monroe last Drug Co. Sunday with Mary visiting Mr. and Mrs. Stec.

John Staroscik Des Don Ray Byers Mary Crouse-Tex John Stec Monroe Last Drug Co

Also Mentioned on This Page

Swede Home News Fredrickson August F. Carlson Jones George B. Anderson Charlie Anderson Clayton Fredrickson Denver Axel Anderson Judy Christiana Sarow Lawrence Delmer Alexis Myron Jones Oscar Johnson Ben Berger Paul W. Nelson van Camps Campbells Tomato Soup Maxie Cobb Rome Fairview News Corgtado Warrenty Brabec & Hrouda Willard Olvan Persing Ske Pops Millie Polk County Extension News Linda Kinzli Lynn Brigham Arthur Samuelson Carl G. Johnson Louise Pollard Pasadena Blanche Elwood D. R. Byers Columbus Georgia Sam Byers Harry Heiliger Clatonia Neb Mr. Byers Mrs. Heiliger Byers Ollie Johnson Robert Steenbeck Lloyd Stromberg Don Johnson Bradley DeLoss Buchholz Crouse- Tex Drug Co Orville Fox Martha Herger Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Wayne Parks Lincoln Telephone and Telegraph Commercial Office Ronald Beebe J. H. Gustafson E. A. McKeeman Max Salsbury Crouse Tex Drug Co Sedlitz Curtis Osceola Lumber Co Ben Franklin Electricity
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