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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1915
Page
6
Notice to all interested in the estate of In G Swanson, deceased, that a petition has been filed for appointment of A Swanson as administrator. The hearing is set for 26th 1915 at ten o'clock at Marcel Ltd, 1915. County Judge F H Ball.
Notice to creditors of the Sid estate in Polk County Nebraska. The limited time to file claims ends August 26 1915 and final debt payments are due February 26 1916. The county judge will hear and adjust claims on March 26 1910 May 25 1915 and August 26 1915 at ten A M.
The Starshore Bank announces a corn growing contest in Polk County offering fifty dollars in gold to the top performer with the greatest bushels of corn from nine acres of non irrigated land and twenty five dollars in gold to the second best from one acre. Awards supervised by the County Commissioner with detailed rules to be published by the Board of Commissioners.
The Polk County Teachers Association will meet at the Escola High School on Saturday March 18 with a 10 50 a m session and 1 20 p m closing. Supt Fred Hunter of the Lincoln Schools will headline a musical program and address. Amelia Rasmuszen, Supt. invites patrons and officers to attend for inspiration in the fight against ignorance.
Forty four years ago Dr. S C Whaley and M H Whaley entered Polk County from Columbus and sheltered in a hut as three inches of snow fell overnight. They paid a local driver 1 50 for transport and began their exploration of Little Polk, which would become their future pasture as warm sun the next day promised hopeful prospects.
The Epworth League hosts a social in the Brotherhood Room at MM E Church on Tuesday evening March 17. All are invited to enjoy an evening of fun and mirth.
Richard F. Timm chiropractor advertises free consultation and spinal analysis at offices in Monson Building Shelby Mon Tucs Thurs Osceola Web Fri Sat.
Readers are urged to scan the advertisement pages as the paper notes rising interest in local deals and notices. The column emphasizes diligence in reviewing listings for services, sales, and community notices.
The article discusses how the ship purchase bill failed in Congress signaling a possible first major setback to President Wilson's policy. It questions emergency claims, notes shipping cost concerns, and contrasts with Panama Canal toll issues while urging caution on national guard funding and state-federal relations. Local notes mention residents and moves in Stromsburg and surrounding areas.
The text argues Congress flips to a moderate stance after March 4, diminishing the president's authority. It condemns the former leadership and cites the failed ship purchase bill as a major defeat. The piece envisions a new balance of power with a Senate now Democratic and less under presidential control.
A fragmentary report notes Robertson of Holt backed a militia service bill for ninety days yearly at two dollars a day with penalties for nonparticipation, but the measure appears to be stalled and ignored, while critics hint at political farce and parallel calls to cut national board appropriations.
A new delivery of Gillen & Boney’s Famous Chocolates Model Cafe arrives, expanding available confections for lovers of the brand. The shipment includes assorted chocolate treats and classic cafe chocolates, offering locals a wider selection.
The readable lines show an insurance policy with residence, amount, annual premium and totals. The ledger lists policy numbers or names like Thos R Stoner Lead S D and amounts including 2000.00 and 110.10 and totals around 1101.00 and 3474.62 with paid up figures and a participating polis amount of 4409. The text is incomplete and lacks clear dates or full entities.
Mr and Mrs E Li Toline visited Thursday and Friday with Frank Holm and family. Hannah Swahtoh spent the first of last week with her cousin Mildred Holm. A party Saturday evening at Mr and Mrs Chas Lahm ended with a fine time. A farewell party was held at Dist 3 Friday for the Kidder children leaving town. Warren Randall and nephews from South Dakota spent Monday evening with Frank Holm.
A lighthearted night event in town features burlesque acts and social listings. Advertisers tout strong results from want ads guiding readers to venue offerings and entertainment. Local attendees report lively performances and a bustling crowd.
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