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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1881
Page
2
In a Nebraska policy debate the proposed law would let towns and districts compromise debts they cannot pay. Governor warns it risks credit and could encourage repudiation, while local financiers push for future debt adjustment. Also notes Osceola real estate office opening and Whitelaw Reid's fiancée wealth, with a satirical aside on "woman's rights."
Troy Aus chief notes that Nebraska women face trials as suffrage work begins and that temperance and reform movements gain traction. He argues Nebraskan women are not hordes who devastate and praises local men for chivalry while reforms advance.
The 1881 Osceola convention hearer argues for woman suffrage, recounting personal transformation from opposition to advocacy. She asserts taxation, legal equality, and consent of women in government, urging equal ballot rights grounded in Bible and Declaration of Independence.
The Osceola county commissioners met by adjournment with the full board present. They opened bids for indexing records, accepted I F Kelley bid at seven cents per entry, appointed Nathan Sherman road district No 16 supervisor, and directed tax list adjustments and various sheriff and official service claims. They approved official bonds, planned bridge repairs, ordered publication of courthouse bid notices, and adjourned to April 12 1881.
The Polk county flock reports 275 head with no losses despite storms. Sheep are healthy, fleeces strong, and sheds repurposed from cattle provide shelter. Owners anticipate good profits and the Reconn urges farmers to invest in sheep given wool demand and climate conditions.
The article notes good fruit prospects in Polk county despite deep snow acting as mulch for trees and vines. Buds appear healthy though peaches may be scarce. trees entered winter dormancy hardy due to prior stunted growth. Proper tree care and avoiding overpricing are urged, with apples highlighted as the standard fruit.
A race horse named Tonso, whose owner rejected a 3500 dollar offer, was reportedly ruined by a negro groom who broke the horse's jaw with a club. The ad touts Kendall's Spavin Cure as a universal remedy for injuries and lameness in animals and humans, urging readers to view the advertisement.
Notice invites bids for a Polk County Court House Nebraska with plans adopted by the Board. Bids due by 12 noon Tuesday April 14 1981 and opened April 13 1831. Structure to be frame with brick or stone foundation and vaults for county records. Cost not to exceed 5000 dollars. Board reserves right to reject all bids. I F Kenny County Clerk.
Garnishment notice issued in Polk County Nebraska on March 5 1881 to nonresident B Carney. Suit opened January 1881 before Justice Foote in Platte Precinct for nonpayment of a promissory note dated February 1 1871 for twenty five dollars and forty five cents. Attachments served on Samuel Baker in Polk County to satisfy the thirty dollar court costs. Defendant notified to appear on March 1 1881 to defend the case.
Wayland correspondent condemns temperance opponents amid calls to train the rising generation away from liquor. The piece praises temperance advocates, denounces still and grog shops, and argues state action should ban liquor as a public nuisance.
A Polk county letter condemns intemperance and saloons praising temperance and urging the Recorr newspaper to avoid disgrace. The writer argues Wayland resident J B harms society and praises local abstinence, urging prayers for the cause’s success.
Notice is given that Lewis Tr filed final proof for Homestead entry No 15835 in Polk county Nebraska. Proof to be made before the District Court Clerk on Monday April 11 1881. Witnesses: S G Pheasant Osceola J P Heald Osceola Conrad Hultz Beebeet Creek John Weiseman Silver Creek.
Land Office at Lincoln Neb March 13 1881 notice is hereby given that George E Brigham has filed for final proof on Homestead Fairs Nos 15681 and 16648 for the EJNE and NESE Sec 20 15 TSW. He will prove continuous residence and cultivation before the Clerk of the District Court Polk County Neb at Osceola and Shelby witnesses Stephen Cunningham James Mackie B S Snell Paul Cunningham.
Notice is given that John M. Tiermann has filed intent to make final proof for Homestead Entry No. 16394 in Polk County Nebraska. Proof will be before the District Court Clerk on April 26, 1881. Witnesses: Fred Schmoker, August Gadecke, John Vreeland, and John Wieswan of Osceola Nebraska. Register J. B. McDowertt.
Notice announces public sale of all unsold school university and agricultural land in Polk County on Tuesday April 12 1881 at 10 a m at the County Treasurer office Lincoln Nebr full description and appraised value available at the Treasurer's office dated February 28 1881 by order of Board Educational Lands and Funds A G Kexpan and L J Browens agents deputy W C Jay
Mary Corbit widow of Henry Corbit deceased plans final proof for Homestead application No. 15160 on March 29 1881 before the Clerk of the District Court at Polk County seat in Osceola Neb. Witnesses named include Stephen Bull Amos Bull William Snider Wim Lamkin and J B McDowkut all of Osceola Polk County Nebraska supporting continuous residence and cultivation of the W 4 N W Sec 32 Town 15 N Range 1 W.
March 17 1881 notice announces that Hiram W. Scott has a filed claim for Tomestead Entry No. 15559 in section 22 township 113 range WB. The proof of residence and cultivation will be presented before the Clerk of the District Court, Polk County Nebraska, on Saturday April 16 1881. Attending witnesses include David Swaley of Stromsburg and J E Carson B C Campbell and James Campbell of Osceola.
Default on a January 12 1881 mortgage by J B Smith and M W Smith to S C Langworthy triggers sale in Osceola Nebraska on April 16 1881. Auction includes five horses a lumber wagon two harness sets and other gear to satisfy 283 50 plus costs. Sale at one oclock p m. Mortgagee S C Langworthy March 23 1881.
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