This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 37 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1917
Page
4
The Osceola Record lists editor Ernest G. Johnson and details subscription terms and advertising rates. It notes ordering to stop the paper promptly and outlines rates for display ads readers locals and specials such as resolutions of sympathy and card notices.
An editorial defends United States Senator George W. Norris against Republican standpat attacks over the armed neutrality bill. It singles out Norris’s integrity and courage, cites his allies in Minnesota Iowa and Wisconsin, and urges Nebraskans to support him as a qualified national representative during a critical period.
In Douglas county politics the legislature is urged to replace the county judge with the county attorney on the board of vacancies. Democratic leaders argue to ensure a loyal Democrat occupies vacancies, while some county Democrats resist party discipline. Art Mullen lobbies in the capitol to secure a straight party vote amid defections and political pressure.
In the scene the Bryan Democrats display notable obedience as Mullen asserts control, with party members following his direction and discipline evident in the proceedings.
The article notes a Saturday caucus at Oscoola Court House on March 17 to nominate candidates for mayor engineer treasurer clerk and three councilmen for the April 3 election. Retiring councilmen J I Jackson and Walter Lamberson are mentioned and M A Mills Jr is expected to be unanimously renominated for mayor.
The article claims Art Mullen controls state machinery as the legislative session progresses. It notes Charley Bryan may have withdrawn from Lincoln mayoral race to wage a party fight for decency. It also alleges the senate is under Mullen control with Neville as a mere figurehead.
Democrats in the Nebraska legislature oppose eight hour bills and labor reform pushed by unions. Union leaders complain loudly as Deputy Labor Commissioner Nierman fails to act in laborers’ interests, drawing attention to his absence from the dispute.
Fragmentary text notes an incident involving neutrality and rights from outrage. No clear names, places, or dates are readable to specify entities or outcomes.
A local discussion centers on extending suffrage with references to a female voter rights stance. The article notes a prominent community figure, the mother-in-law of a resident, serving as police chief.
The piece argues that if food riots persist extortionists may avoid jail and investigations fail to deter unrest. It notes Count von Bernstorff resisted publicity, questions employers accepting equal pay only if men receive women’s wages, and contends Holland has exhausted the idea of “relative safety” in these times.
A brief note suggests a food probe committee seeks corrective action as England tightens measures against Germany, with an air of hopeful but cautious progress amid shifting strategic positions.
The piece notes ongoing food riots despite promises of inquiry and hints at Secretary Lansing’s possible warning of war. It mentions a German plan to return Texas and other states to Mexico as destabilizing for democracy, and a novel German strike settlement where strikers are sent to the front.
France imposes maximum prices on dairy butter eggs and cheese. Dealers demonstrate capacity to set price limits across goods without government help though the move signals price controls spreading beyond food.
The Fremont Tribune notes a rising mood in favor of a new state capitol. It questions whether this momentum will reach a stage strong enough to impact the legislature before adjournment remains to be seen.
A Syracuse Democrat editorial urges readers to recall those who have passed, honor their memory, and brighten days with acts of kindness. It calls for mindfulness in the quiet hours and to scatter sun shine along life’s path.
Charles E. Hansen announces limited two week sale offering a discount of 2.50 dollars on each set of work harness.
The dealer touts a large carload of John Deere implements with claimed 10 to 20 percent savings. The message promotes buyers taking advantage of lower prices on current stock and encourages purchase during the promotional event.
Legislative news from Lincoln reports intense interest over senate and house sitting committees. Democrats orbit the chair selections with discontent while Republicans seek to overturn caucus outcomes. In the house, a tentative nine member committee faces opposition as leaders push a broader fifteen member slate amid ongoing negotiations. Prohibition Bill advances to the senate with debate ahead. State finances loom large with about nine and a third million in appropriations, plus a Capitol wing plan valued at three quarters of a million dollars.
Large audience packed the Osceola auditorium Tuesday to watch wrestling between William Singew of Iowa and Fred Campbell. Local favorites Will Byers and Frank Gubser also battled, while Burns trained champion Singow used speed and technique to win both falls against Campbell in quick succession.
A local retailer touts Wooly Boy apparel as meeting boys needs and parental budgets. The campaign emphasizes value and durable fashion, appealing to families seeking affordable, sturdy clothing.
A father, washing dishes while the family is out, borrows his wife's apron and clumsily breaks a costly dinner set. He confesses with humor, saying he learned what housework means and gains new appreciation for his wife’s labor. The mother forgives and agrees, moved by his vow.
Newly married couple choose to live in a six room bungalow atop the Film building at Seventh Avenue and Forty Ninth Street. They describe a yard, tennis court, sidewalk and bath as part of their high rise home.
Photoplays presents a romantic southern drama titled The Secret of a Southern Romance featuring Myrtle Gon ty vale and 77 oe with comedy. Mutual Weekly shows the feature with photoplays style.
Ed Heffelbower and Wes Snider did business in Wesley Chapel last week. Mr and Mrs Holly Roseberry visited Floyd West. Lucile Richmond is ill. Nels Brown and wife visited Osceola parents. Alta Treadway has the ping eye. Mrs Henry Johnson visited relatives near Osceola. Feyn Timm, daughter of David, seriously ill with pneumonia. Ray Brighamy entertained the Chapel girls Kensington club Friday with games and refreshments.
Christian D. Stoner, born September 2, 1838 in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, immigrated to Nebraska and helped settle Polk County. He organized the Farmers Mutual Insurance Co. in 1892 and served as secretary until his death. He died February 13 at his Osceola home after a long illness. Funeral services at the Methodist church Sunday at 2:30 p.m. with burial in Osceola cemetery.
Cleveland Moffett advises quick sitting up and abdominal exercises each morning and periodic tense muscles. He suggests walking three to four miles daily with rhythmic nasal breathing and urges forming habits without monotony to train the will as a guiding power.
The article explains that nectar is bees summer food and honey is an emergency ration made from it. Nectar contains about 70 percent water while honey has 7 to 10 percent water and transforms cane sugar into grape sugar during digestion. Bees digest and concentrate nectar in summer, packing it as honey for winter.
A brief church notice invites attendance at the Presbyterian Church services. Pastor Theo J. Asims appeals to readers to seek spiritual welfare and attend, noting no special inducements or distractions.
Carl Schmcker, son of Mr and Mrs Fred Schmcker, underwent surgery at Columbus hospital last Friday. Reports say he is not yet out of danger but the operation is regarded as successful. In city news, a family reunion was held Sunday March 11 with six Holms children gathering to bid farewell to two relatives, Frank Holm and Anna Samuelson, as Mr Holm moves toward Sidney Nebraska and Mrs Samuelson toward Iroquois South Dakota. Others present included Alvin A.
Father Van Quentin kept the family custom of prayer at dinner but a telephone call interrupted the moment of grace. He answered, returned, and resumed prayer as the table fell back to silence, the moment lost and dinner unsettled.
A speaker describes choosing a spouse by eliminating those who won’t marry him. He notes the TV cannot reveal the chosen heiress yet and emphasizes selecting the partner through a practical, selective method.
A new high grade piano is offered for immediate sale at Osceola with remarkably cheap price and liberal terms to a responsible buyer. Interested parties should write The Denver Music Company in Denver, Colorado, at once for details.
Notice states it will not be responsible for any debts incurred by Ghera-ent and rejects claims of indebtedness. The terse filing references potential liabilities and disavows responsibility for charges tied to the named party.
Vitagraph announces a Blue Ribbon program and a new Clara Kimball Young production. The notice invites adults to a Wednesday evening showing of A Lass of the Lumber Lands on March 21 with 5 and 10 cent admission using the coupon.
In the County Court of Polk County Nebraska notices concern the estate of Bois as Dugan deceased. Campbell named administrator de bonis non with will annexed. Hearing set for March 30 1917 at 10 o clock a m. Dated March 14 1917 Ball County Judge Seal Notice of Final Report in Polk County Nebraska In the matter of the estate of Harris A Olcott deceased notice to all interested that administrator filed final report and petition for final settlement and distribution and discharge. Hearing April 7 1917 at 4 oclock p m. Dated March 12 1917 Ball County Judge Seal
Local market listing shows prices for eggs butter wheat oats and corn with per unit rates. Prices include eggs per dozen and butter per pound with other staples noted.
A Wednesday PTA gathering drew a good crowd with lively discussion. Topics included playground apparatus and plans to secure equipment. A junior commerce club talk by W O Hansen sparked interest, and a school recital is scheduled for March 22 at 8 o clock with admission free.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.