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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1917
Page
4
Notice to stop subscription appears in the Osceola Record with errant text indicating a request to terminate or continue service. The item references Ernest G. Johnson and a Nebraska post office entry, with subscriptions and notices to subscribers about terminations.
Advertising rates listed include display ads 15c per inch readers 75c per inch black faces locals 10c per line regular locals 5c per line regulations of sympathy 75c yearly contracts special rate card of thanks 50c professional cards 6.00 per year candidates announcements 5.00.
The piece argues that France and Germany differ in investment approaches as the war factors unfold. It contrasts savers who loan to banks with investors who buy stocks and bonds, warning Americans to invest rather than merely save. It cites H L Barber’s Making Money Make Money, Harriman, Morgan, and a vision of wealth distribution through wise investment. It also criticizes political maneuvering in Nebraska real estate taxation linked to Art Mullen and Will Maupin.
In a private meeting, Lieutenant-Governor Edgar Howard denounces a corporate dominated senate and vows no apology for betrayers of the people’s rights. He spoke with firm resolve away from the press.
In hotel lobbies the little parade of declared statements surfaced as repeated declarations. The scene drew attention from passersby and offered a glimpse into ongoing public discourse.
Senator Sandall warned on the floor that the current legislature will cost the state about eleven million dollars, with the earlier long sessions predicted to exceed by roughly three million dollars, according to remarks misquoted in the transcript.
Dire proceedings threaten print paper manufacturers as they ask the government to fix sale prices. The FTC investigations stretch into fields not yet yielding clear results, with print paper deemed a necessity alongside coal and food.
Ranney Baruch a member of the president's national defense council did not profit from the leak but confesses he earned 408000 in a few days on the stock market at Athiat time. His foresight and supposed accurate hunches endear him to the administration. Throat specialist or vet in line to succeed General Funston remains unclear as the usual order may sideline some candidates.
Recent food riots in eastern cities saw frenzied women assaulting push-cart peddlers and corner grocers in protests over the high cost of living. Diplomats hoped notes reciting pledges from the Baltimore platform would calm disturbances.
Brother Cornish notes the Shelby Sun can no longer publish at one dollar yearly and increases the rate to $1.25. Only one other paper in the county remains at the old rate, a situation he says cannot continue.
Senator Norris proposes a Nebraska recall election by May 1 1917 to decide his senate seat. He states he will resign if the recall vote favors his replacement and cautions against ceding war declaring power to the president. Norris warns of wealth and political power against his stance and plans tours to discuss the issue. OST notes a pocketbook with change and two glasses found. contact Pink 201a3.
The Osceola Nebraska page reports the Board of County Commissioners adjourned session with members Branting and Johnson present. Emil Olson resigns as Deputy County Treasurer. Florence Lees appointed and bonded for 10 000.0. The notice lists approved claims and payments to local officials and services. Sunday services announced with themes and a sermon on Withered Hands and Hell.
A note of gratitude from Alice E Stoner Alma A Dolan Lillian A Stoner Leighton L Stoner Andrew G Stoner Christian A Stoner Samuel C Stoner expresses appreciation for kindness and assistance during illness and bereavement. The text also mentions garden planning tips from the horticultural department and a feature on merchants prize.
Library requests patrons return all Osceola Library books within a week. No books will be issued for at least two weeks due to diseases now prevalent. By order of Mrs E L King president of the library board. Mary McBeth librarian.
The fastest local alley game saw the pickups beat the first team by 32 pins, with BR Heald rolling 667 across three games. Shelby trio clashed with Stromsburg and local stars, while prep for state playoffs grows as teams eye the 2700 mark next week.
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