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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1917
Page
4
The Osceola Nebraska record mentions Ernest G Johnson and Polk County posting at the Osceola Post Office with second class matter. It notes wartime sentiment urging focus on U boat extermination and highlights American ambulance corps decorations in France as a marker of national achievement.
A Saturday Evening Post piece argues that despite wartime conflict Germany is not hated by Americans. It notes espionage cases and internments while urging patient, economic methods to aid Allies and “cure” Germany through medicines of food and money.
Fullerton voters, in a special meeting, unanimously authorize paving at least 10 blocks in the business district with reinforced concrete. Engineers estimate costs range 1.80 to 2.20 per square yard. corner lots near 323 each. The Record notes broader civic improvements and reflects on county eighth grade exams and county superintendent workload.
A fragmented remarks piece discusses prohibitionists shaping banquet bans, urging Red Cross help, and Russia forming a coalition. It notes potential German spellings if Kaiser advances, praises thrift, and highlights Treasury officials strained by new duties as college men train for service.
The article urges every American to subscribe to the Liberty Loan Bond issue as a test of national spirit. It argues that success depends on participation and support across the nation rather than the total amount raised, warning that enemies overseas are watching the pledge of citizens.
The notice explains two Liberty Loan Bond types. Bearer bonds issued in $50 $100 $500 and $1000 denominations attach interest coupons detachable by the holder for cash at banks. Registered bonds issued in $100 $500 $1,000 $5,000 $10,000 $50,000 and $100,000 denominations pay interest by semiannual checks mailed to holders.
Details of the first Liberty Loan issue provide bonds of 2 billion dollars bearing date June 15 1917 for thirty years with a government option to pay in fifteen years. Interest at 8 1 2 percent per annum is paid semiannually on December 15 and June 15. Obituary notes Henry Van Hoosen born 1835 in Livingston County New York died May 24 1917 at 81 years 9 months 9 days. He lived in Illinois Missouri and Nebraska before settling in Central City. He married Mary A Moore in 1862 and had ten children Rosella William Ellsworth George John Charles Louis Edward Lillian Margaret. He is survived by his wife six children a sister and a brother. He joined the Baptist church in youth and remained an active member enduring many family tragedies with Christian fortitude. He will be remembered as a kind husband and father.
The Nebraska Live Stock Sanitary Board governs a proposed hog cholera serum law requiring manufacturers to obtain a permit, meet potency standards, and post a $5,000 bond. The measure mirrors constitutional concerns cited by a 1916 supreme court ruling and places administration with the board.
An old advertisement touts Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea as a remedy to constipation and stomach ills. It claims the tea regulates bowels cleanses the stomach and improves digestion for the family.
The notice advertises Rosewood Prince a pure bred Shire to appear for the 1917 season at Geo Chapman’s farm northwest of Osceola and near Shelby with insurance options. It also promotes a Percheron stallion Hardi-thend at Chives Newcomer’s farm near Shelby with mating and insurance terms. The article then discusses cattle scab quarantine measures and a state law mandating dipping under Live Stock Sanitary Board supervision to eradicate the disease, with free serum law copies to be distributed from Lincoln.
fragmented OCR notes indicate a long term quarantine affecting thirteen counties in the northwestern part of the state, with mentions of past quarantine actions and lingering concerns over cattle health and disease controls.
Tests by the horticultural section of the Nebraska Experiment Station show northern grown potato seed deteriorates 23 percent in one season. Eastern Nebraska growers are advised to buy southern or home grown seed each year. Further information is supplied in Bulletin No. 146 issued by the experiment station.
The President sets June 5 1917 as the single day for all legally qualified men aged 21 to 31 in the United States to register for military service. Registration occurs from 7 am to 9 pm at each precinct polling place. Penalties include prosecution and imprisonment. no fines. Sheriffs file complaints in federal court if duties are neglected. Sick or absent voters may obtain a registration card via the sheriff to mail to their precinct registrar, with cards due by June 5. The day is a legal holiday observed by the President and Governor, and precincts should display national colors and flags.
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