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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1929
Page
4
The Osceola Record cites Polk County's oldest newspaper status with Walter J. Herbes as editor and publisher. The paper is published every Thursday.
Senate approval heightens friction with the House over tax and relief measures. Conference talks will try to reconcile differences on the Debenture Clause and revenue provisions while a presidential veto remains possible. Tariff changes keep duties for local Fourth District products in place.
Provisions affecting 11 Nebraska counties could alter corn, wheat, cattle, sheep, poultry, eggs, and milk production as 1929 estimates mirror 1927. An Apportionment Bill faces Senate debate on counting aliens for representation, with expected legal challenges and limited local alien populations.
The Maple Leaf Club met May 16 at Mrs. Nellie Benson’s home with 22 members and several visitors. Final plans were made for a farewell party for the Benson family to be held May 22 at the George Wieseman home. An program on Father’s Day followed a luncheon served by the hostess. The next meeting is set for June 6 at Mrs. Mary Miller’s residence.
Thos B Bell of Oklahoma City reports weight gain after using Sargon, noting relief from long standing rheumatism and constipation. He says he regained energy, could eat freely, and looks healthier. Local notices mention guests and events around Osceola and nearby towns.
Miss Pauline Urban of Shelby traveled to Columbus and then to Chicago for an indefinite visit with sister Louise Urban. Several local residents visited Shelby and area homes including Mr and Mrs Zimmermann and Juanita, and Mrs Rudolf Urban with Mrs Julius Nebosis. A large crowd attended a Friday school closing at District 13 and locals welcomed guests at the John Urban home.
Avery Whitmore Ransom, born October 29 1848 in Wisconsin, eldest of eleven, married Geneval Hoffer in 1873. He lived in Polk County Nebraska most of his life, with two years near Surprise 1901-1902. Survived by wife, seven children, twenty five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral held at Miles Rawson home southeast of Osceola with Rev. H Collier officiating. interment in Hoffer cemetery.
A man named Smith, busy with daily tasks, stops to give a penny to a paper-woman and a child, then dies that night. Reflecting on life, the tale notes fame fades and wealth vanishes, while two deeds are recorded in the heavenly book a baby's tear and a woman's prayer.
St Pauls Lutheran Church invites attendance at a week of events led by Rev. Wyman Rev Philemon Smith Rev Colliander and Rev Sandah featuring missionary lectures Bible study choir practice confirmations and union services Swedish and English worship and a Swedish Bible discussion on Gods Law with sermons and services across multiple days and venues.
A newly formed geyser in Yellowstone National Park appears among the park’s famous features. It erupts twice daily to a 75 foot high water jet for about three hours. The crater measures 100 feet by 120 feet by 8 feet deep, near the Escel sior geyser that stopped in 1888.
Osceola Produce Company offers semi solid or condensed buttermilk at special prices while Wilkens Cleaners provides a door to door service. Contact phone 35.
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