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Newspaper

Osceola Record

Location

Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1949

Page

4

National Home Demonstration Week Noted In May

Extension news notes National Home Demonstration week May 1 to 7 highlighting Woman's Project Clubs. Polk County women, planning their Annual Spring Tea for June 7 at Osceola high school auditorium, expect two features and will announce details soon. Home Agent and Mrs Louis Schmidt visited 23 homes in the Loxe area.

E. C Nebraska State Department of Agriculture Woman's Project Polk County Osceola High School Louis Schmidt Loxe

Four-H and Project Club News In Star Region

Four-H clubs and project groups form in Osceola Stromsburg and district areas with leaders Mrs. Don Monson Mrs. J C Throckmorton Mrs Loyal Knorr and Mrs Ed Shears. Lone Star 4 H ers organized with leader Mrs Louis Schmidt and a livestock project eyed by older boys. Trees for clubs offered by Knights of Aksarben with eligible Polk County clubs winning Hackberry trees for charter seals from 1948.

Lone Star 4-H Rolland Swanson Stromsburg Merry Makers Paul Strand Polk Lloyd Hahn

Camp Fire Girls Plan Bike Hike and Poppy Sale

A Camp Fire Girls meeting on Monday May 2 in the Camp Fire Room arranged a bike hike and a poppy sale for Saturday. Last week they crafted May baskets delivered to the hospital and Sisters. Mrs Clyde Smith visited Lincoln for their Mother's Day dinner at the Sigma Phi Epsilon house with about 75 attendees.

Camp Fire Girls Camp Fire Room Clyde Smith Lincoln Richard Sigma Phi Epsilon

Sisters of the Skillet Meet With Mrs Schumann

Sisters of the Skillet gathered Tuesday evening at the home of Mrs. F. W. Schumann for a local club meeting.

Sisters of the Skillet F. W. Schumann

Flying Hoofs 4-H Club Formed At Osceola Skating Party

The Noah McCoig home hosted a meeting on April 28 where the 4-H group adopted the name The Flying Hoofs. A skating party is planned for May 6 at Osceola and a subsequent meeting at the Harry McCauley home on May 1 featured horse drills. The next gathering is set for May 22, according to the reporter.

Noah McCoig Osceola Harry McCauley

Hats Cleaned and Blocked at Jackson Cleaners

Kem Glo the new wonder paint looks and washes like baked enamel sold by Crouse Tex Drug Co. Hats cleaned and blocked at Jackson Cleaners, phone 21.

Jackson Cleaners Crouse- Tex Drug Co

Chenille Rugs and Bedspreads Cleaned at Jackson Cleaners

Jackson Cleaners in Osceola offers expert cleaning, sizing, and blocking of chenille rugs and bedspreads. Call 21 for service and pickup details.

Jackson Cleaners Call Osceola

Sunday Visitors From Several Families

Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Nuklasson and others from St. Edward visited the Bill Lesuer home along with Mr and Mrs. Louie Stachura and children from Silver Creek Mrs Edna Anderson of Oakland Neb Mrs Ethel Nelson and Marlin and Nels Paulson were Sunday visitors in the same home.

Elmer Nuklasson Algot Nuklasson Clarence Salstrom Ella Salstrom Lawrence Nuklasson St. Edward Louie Stachura Silver Creek Edna Anderson Oakland Neb Ethel Nelson Marlin Nels Paulson Bill Lesuer

Kem-Glo Stay White Ears Drug Ad

Kem-Glo Stay White promises lasting whiteness for ears in a bold drug store promotion by Crouse-Tex Drug Co. highlighting a cosmetic whitening claim aimed at consumers seeking dental or internal cleaning effect.

Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Merry Mixers 4 H Club Meets for Demonstrations

The Merry Mixers 4 H Club met at the Ericksons April 23 with nine members, five mothers, two leaders and Miss Crosby present. Karen Erickson demonstrated winding a bobbin and Miss Crosby demonstrated the sewing machine. A lunch hosted by Mrs. Harold Erickson followed.

Merry Mixers 4-H Club Marilyn Karen Erickson Miss Crosby Harold Erickson

Dinner guests at Herrmann home include Englehardt Underhill and Anne

Miss Lydia Englehardt joined Rev. and Mrs. G H Underhill and Anne for a Sunday dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A J Herrman.

Lydia Englehardt G. H. Underhill Anne A. J. Herrman

Mrs Lynch and sons arrive from Mississippi to aid mother

Mrs J T Lynch a registered nurse arrived last Thursday from Woodville Mississippi with her two sons to care for her mother Mrs Walter Koehler who had major surgery at St Francis hospital last week and was able to return home earlier this week.

J. T. Lynch

Guests at Keith Fellers Home

Kenneth Whitla and family of Lincoln and Mrs Whitla of Spencer visited the Keith Fellers home after arriving Friday to spend the weekend with the Fellers.

Crouse-Tex Drug Co Offers Weed Killer at Attractive Prices

Crouse-Tex Drug Co. will handle both kinds of 2 4D Weed Killer in any amounts at very attractive prices. Get their prices before you buy.

Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Mrs Harry Musselman Returns From Nebraska Visit

Mrs Harry Musselman returned from Ord Nebraska Saturday evening after a several day visit with her sister.

Harry Musselman Ord Nebraska

Hastings District Conference attendees listed in Geneva

Mrs. Maud Nudquist Mrs. S W Calhoun Mrs. Lulu Ward Mrs. Fred Bond Mrs. John Inness Mrs. Paul Major Mrs. Earl Watts Mrs. Hollis Campain Rev John Herrmann and Rev and Mrs G H Underhill attended the Hastings District Conference of the Methodist Church in Geneva last Wednesday.

Hastings The Methodist Church Geneva Maud Nudquist S. W. Calhoun Lulu Ward Fred Bond John Inness Paul Major Earl Watts Hollis Campain John Herrmann G. H. Underhill

Lighters On Display At Fellers Jewelry Osceola

Ronson Evans and Thoreas lighters showcased at Fellers Jewelry in Osceola with customers invited to view the collection.

Ronson, Evans and Thoreas Fellers Jewelry Osceola

Mrs Snider Hosts Lincoln Visitors Over Weekend

Mrs. W. E. Snider welcomed her son Marion Snider his wife Mickey and grandson from Lincoln for a weekend visit. The gathering highlighted family time and local hospitality.

W. E. Snider Marion Snider Mickey Lincoln

Saturday only Cigarettes at $1.75 a carton

Saturday sale advertises cigarettes for 1.75 per carton and pop at 0.90 per case. Retail details are limited in the fragment, with pricing shown for cigarettes and soft drinks.

Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Mills Couple Visit Lincoln Relatives This Sunday

Mr and Mrs Alex Mills traveled to Lincoln to spend time with relatives over the weekend.

Vaccines Refrigerated and Supplied by Drug Co

Hog cholera, blackleg, calf scouts and other vaccines properly refrigerated are sold by the Crouse-Tex Drug Co. Syringes are loaned or sold.

Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Salisbury's Ren-O-Sal Tabs Claim Healthier Chicks

The ad-promoted Ren-O-Sal tabs for poultry promise healthier chicks and 15 percent faster growth, touting improved vitality and quicker weight gain for farm flocks.

Top Notchers 4 H Club Meets at Peterson Home

The Top Notchers 4-H Club met May 2 at the home of Don, Bob, Dick and Jolene Peterson with 11 members, 11 parents, the leader and his wife, and Mr. and Mrs. Throckmorton present. Don and Bob Peterson led a demonstration on Dusting Cattle for Grubs. lunch was served by Mrs. Einfred Peterson.

Don Bob Jolene Peterson Throckmorton Bob Peterson Einfred Peterson

Neighbors Call at Noble Lester Home Sunday Afternoon

Mr and Mrs Floyd Farley and children of near Gresham and Mrs Charles Marsh of Sew ard visit Noble Lester. Roy Johnson and children from Osceola also call. Par O San poultry spray advertised by Crouse Tex Drug Co Osceola Phone 21.

Floyd Farley Near Gresham Charles Marsh Seward Roy Johnson Osceola Noble Lester Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Donna Pratt Honored by Pi Lambda Theta Initiation

Donna Jean Pratt, daughter of Mrs. H. W. Pratt, was among those initiated into Pi Lambda Theta at the Student Union. Mrs. Harold Prince of the state board of control gave the address at the dinner after initiation. Donna, Osceola high school class of 46, will receive her BS from the University of Nebraska in August.

Pi Lambda Theta Donna Jean Pratt H. W. Pratt Harold Prince State Board of Control Donna Osceola High School University of Nebraska

Jewelry at Fellers Jewelry Osceola

A complete line of jewelry is available at Fellers Jewelry in Osceola offering rings bracelets necklaces and earrings for customers seeking gift or personal adornment. Local shop promotes diverse styles and price ranges.

Fellers Jewelry Osceola

Buffet Supper Guests at Peterson Home

Sunday guests at Mr. and Mrs. Gunnard Peterson included Mr. and Mrs. Henry Sandell and LeVar Sandell of Polk, Mr. and Mrs. Reynold Peterson and family, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert K. Anderson and Richard, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Johnson and family, and Darlene Gustafson.

Gunnard Peterson Henry Sandell LeVar Sandell Polk Reynold Peterson Herbert K. Anderson Richard Ted Johnson Darlene Gustafson

Mother's Day Gift Guide Dominates Local Shops

Readable fragments show vendors at Crouse offering candy stationery gold pottery jewelry bills wallets electrical goods hosiery perfumes colognes atomizers and other items for Mother's Day shopping. Local merchants advertise wide selections to entice last minute buyers.

Crouse- Tex Drug Co

Lincoln guests at Mrs Heilman home dinner

Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Callihan of Lincoln were dinner guests Sunday of Mrs. Edith Heilman. Her grandson Roger returned to Lincoln with them after spending a week with his grandmother.

W. A. Callihan Lincoln Edith Heilman Roger

Mrs Kelley Visits D T Kelley in Minnesota Absence

Mrs Thomas E Kelley of Omaha visits Mrs D T Kelley and their children during the doctor’s absence at a medical convention in Minnesota.

Thomas E. Kelley Omaha D. T. Kelley Minnesota

Mr and Mrs Wes Parks Visit Omaha for Baby's Specialist

Mr and Mrs Wes Parks and their children traveled to Omaha on Monday to consult a specialist regarding their baby daughter.

Wes Parks and Children Omaha

Magical Plant Balls At Crouse-Tex Drug Co

A dampen and grow product called Magical Plant Balls is advertised by Crouse-Tex Drug Co inviting customers to dampen the package and watch the contents expand. The item appears as a novelty garden accessory likely marketed for home use.

Crouse-Tex Drug Co

Snygg and Merricks Host Snygg Visit in Grand Island

Mr and Mrs Russell E Snygg of Grand Island visited the home of Mr and Mrs L M Merrick Sunday evening on their way home from Omaha. Snygg formerly coached athletics in Osceola schools for several years.

Russell E. Snygg Grand Island Omaha L. M. Merrick Mr. Snygg Osceola

Welfare Association Annual Meeting Attended by Smith and Heilman

Mrs Annis Smith and Mrs Edith Heilman attended the Welfare Association annual meeting at the Cornhusker Hotel in Lincoln from Thursday through Saturday of the current week.

Annis Smith Edith Heilman The Welfare Association Cornhusker Hotel Lincoln

Beatrice Residents Host Sunday Visit

Mrs. Wm. Lillie and Mr. and Mrs. Harlan Lillie and son of Beatrice were Sunday guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James McBeth and children.

Wm. Lillie Harlan Lillie Beatrice James McBeth

Gift ideas at Crouse-Tex Drug Co for Mother's Day

Mother’s Day is approaching and Crouse-Tex Drug Co offers a selection of gifts. Browse health and beauty items, fragrance, and practical presents suitable for honoring moms. Visit the store for options and special picks.

Mrs Watkins Visits Sister In Shelby

Mrs O A Watkins of Shelby visited her sister Mrs Mae ae here over the week en.

O. A. Watkins Shelby Mae Ae

Rug cleaning service and local social notes

We clean and size rugs of all sizes offered by Jackson Cleaners Osceola phone 21. Mr and Mrs Roy Sheldon of Millard Neb were guests Sunday of Mr and Mrs Bill Bahr. Mr and Mrs Harvey McKeag were also callers in the Bahr home Sunday evening. Mr and Mrs S T Crouse learned Wednesday their grandson Sammy is improving from illness though still quiet at Loup City home. Spring flowers replace snowdrifts as lawns green and trees leaf out.

Jackson Cleaners Phone 21 Osceola Roy Sheldon Millard, Neb Bill Bahr Harvey McKeag Bahr S. T. Crouse Sammy Loup City

Wallpaper and Paint Sources Abound for Home Refresh

A wide range of wallpaper and paint options are available for home remodeling. Stores offer various textures colors and finishes to suit different decor styles. Customer service teams assist with selections and project planning.

Stromsburg Notes On Obituaries Visits And Travel

Mrs August H Anderson Mrs Hannah Westring Arthur I Larson and Carl Westring attended funeral services Friday at Iroquois South Dakota for Mrs Charles Samuelson a sister of the ladies The Samuelsons were former residents of Stromsburg Iva Olson arrived Friday from Denver for a visit with her mother Mrs Olga Olson Randall Runquist left Monday for Milford to enter a mechanics course at the Trade School Mr and Mrs Clyde Reed returned from a two months visit in California Mr and Mrs Emil S F Johnson received a box of avocados from Mr and Mrs Russell Carlson of Yorba Linda Cal Mr and Mrs C C Keyes received a long distance call Saturday night their son Duane Keyes had arrived in Chicago and was at the Hines Veterans Hospital Mr and Mrs Kenneth Hultquist and family of York were Sunday guests of his mother Mrs Arthur Hultquist and family Mr and Mrs W H Seward and Mr and Mrs Jay Hunt of Topeka Kansas brought Mrs Mary McCumber to Stromsburg Mrs McCumber had been visiting her daughter Mrs Seward at Topeka and remained at the home of her daughter Mrs Morris J Johnson in Stromsburg Mr and Mrs Earl Fredrickson and daughter Roxanne arrived Tuesday of last week from Long Beach California for a two months visit with Nebraska relatives Lee Hintz of Independence Missouri spent Sunday with his wife and daughter at the E C Nordlund home He is being transferred from Clarinda to Missouri Miss Margaret Nordlund

August H. Anderson Hannah Westring Arthur I. Larson Carl Westring Iroquois S. D Chas. Samuelson California Emil S. F. Johnson Russel Carlson Yorba Linda Cal C. C. Keyes Duane Keyes Chicago Hines Veteran’s Hospital Kenneth Hultquist York Arthur Hultquist W. H. Seward Jay Hunt Topeka Kansas Mary McCumber Stromsburg Earl Fredrickson Roxanne Long Beach Nebraska Lee Hintz Independence E. C. Nordlund Mr. Hintz Clarinda Iowa Missouri Margaret Nordlund

Denver Guest Dines at Nordlund Home on Sunday

A Denver visitor was a Sunday dinner guest in the Nordlund residence, sharing an informal family gathering. The report notes hospitality and the guest’s attendance at a quiet local event.

Untitled ad for TEOL germicide product

An advertisement touts TEOL as a powerful germ killer made with undiluted alcohol. It claims rapid penetration and faster germ destruction, urging readers to feel it take hold.

Insect Bite and Poison Ivy Relief Ad at Crouse-Tex

A vintage ad promises a full refund in one hour if not completely pleased with TEOL at Crouse-Tex Drug Company. It promotes TEOL as clean odorless and easy to use and suitable for insect bites or poison ivy.

Crouse-Tex Drug Co Crouse-Tex Drug Company

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Maxie Cobb Pork & Beans Campbell's Wheaties W. K. Cornamer Cheese Morrell Allright Cornhusker Coffee Milady Coffee eTele Supreme Graham Crackers Supreme Crackers Anderson Mercantile Blackbird Peanut Keith Fellers Kenneth Whitla Mrs Alex Mills Salsbury George Malek George Zieg 25Th Avenue Columbus, Nebraska Columbus Bank Denver Nordlund the World - Herald United Hybrid Seed Corn McMeekin Equipment CO Osceola, Nebraska McMeekin Implement CO Shelby, Nebraska Axel Bermuda Osceola Lumber Co
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