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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1923
Page
4
Mayor Snider outlined two ballot questions for Osceola residents. First, whether to pursue an electric light and power survey and possible municipal plant, including engineer investigations if approved. Second, how to handle water for the city swimming pool, with voter input guiding future action.
Osceola residents weigh whether to hire an engineer to study electric rates and the cost of a municipal plant. The Nebraska Gas & Electric Co. may cut rates. towns in Polk and surrounding counties show 10 to 15 cent per kWh ranges, with several cities already operating profitable municipal systems. The debate follows York and local editorials urging rate relief and careful analysis before any public power moves.
The piece likens Gov. Bryan to a driver with a flat tire on a rough road. It accuses him of spreading unfounded claims of a $2.2 million deficit and later a $4 million shortage. Citing slow tax receipts, it notes an overdraft in the general fund being managed by the state treasurer.
A Nebraska editorial argues for keeping the intangible tax law and outlines expectations of rising intangible revenues over time. It compares Minnesota, cites constitutional changes enabling separate listing, and notes a cautious path toward tax reform and eventual broader tax gains. It also discusses a potential second inflation, midwest prosperity, auto production gains, labor tensions, and regional economic outlook from Omaha Trade Exhibit.
The proposal in the Pennsylvania representative's plan would let bondholders exchange United States bonds for cancellation of equal foreign debt and choose the debtor country. It aims to test bondholders' sincerity and magnanimity, with a partisan note on Americans’ willingness to relinquish their money.
Mr John Ogden appointed captain to circulate petitions to declare Polk County a pest area for gopher eradication. Petitions forwarded to Mr Sawyer at the State Department of Agriculture. Steps planned to organize forces to carry out the project. Mr Ogden praised for his faithful efforts.
The firm argues ease comes from knowing how and aims to satisfy customers through quality plumbing installation and reliable performance. It emphasizes customers are proof of good work and seeks long term satisfaction.
New York February 23 1923 letter from Will Hays to Mrs T E Barr Osceola Neb outlining Arbuckle incident outcomes and policy on releasing Arbuckle films The note emphasizes directors roles for Arbuckle and notes Famous Players Lasky decision not to release the pictures and urges continued support for better motion pictures.
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