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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1945
Page
4
Local Transactions and Social Notes From Osceola May 24 1915
J F Ayres buys city property of Dr A M Bell west of the Baptist Church for about 3000 dollars. Principal Norval Pearce hosts a freshmen banquet at the hotel. Manager Musselman installs a seven instrument player piano at the Auditorium. Osceola teachers Mr C H Moore and Miss Elizabeth Collings leave for new posts as Mrs Moore and little Maxine depart east. Miss Mildred Mae Anderson wed Mr Harry Wentz in a Lincoln home and will reside there. Guy Ball of The Record to Lincoln for a new job.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Ayres
A. M. Bell
Norval Pearce
Musselman
Osceola
C. EH. Moore
Norva Pearce
Albion
Elizabeth Collings
California
Blanche Widaman
Palmer
Marriage of Miss Esther Lees to Harry Pratt
Miss Esther Lees daughter of Mr and Mrs John Lees of Shelby married Harry Pratt in a ceremony at the bride’s home conducted by Rev H A Taylor. After a wedding trip to the Black Hills the couple will reside in Osceola at the house recently occupied by Mr and Mrs C E Andrews.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esther Lees
John Lees
Shelby
Harry Pratt
H. A. Taylor
Black Hills
Osceola
C. E. Andrews
Pauline Snider
Columbia
Missouri
Board of Education
Thomas B. Sydenstricker
Oscar M. Thorson
Zella Gillmor
Winifred Parker
Berniece
Last appearance of Homer Beebe's orchestra at the Auditorium
The text lists school staff and teachers and notes a killing frost Sunday night. It mentions attending a dance at the Auditorium with immense music, highlighting this as Homer Beebe's orchestra final appearance there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homer Beebe
Miss Ada Lees and Howard C. Miller wed at Shelby
The couple married May 22 at the Shelby Methodist parsonage with Miss Lucille McKeag and Donald Lees as attendants. They will live on a farm east of Shelby. Also noted are a serious accident to Vernon Thelander near Osceola, a May 27 birth Ronald Eugene Barker, and local employment changes and market briefs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada Lees
Howard C. Miller
Shelby
Lucille McKeag
Donald Lees
Vernon Thelander
Frank Thelander
Osceola
Myron Barker
Ronald Eugene
Barkers
Lester Anderson
First National Bank
Ed Nelson
Tom Mickey
Broken Bow
Mickey
W. O. Mickey
Grand Island
National
Ida Hanson
Joel Hanson
Donald Huggler
John Huggler
Will Rogers
Alice Faye
James Dunn
Get Rid of Flies Early This Spring
The Polk County Medical Society warns that female flies lay 120 eggs at a time and under favorable conditions become maggots within 24 hours. By ten days or less a cocoon forms and a full fly emerges, multiplying millions from a single insect. Protect food and milk, screen buildings, trap flies, and treat manure to reduce infestations.
Lutheran Church Notes Mission Tea and Aid Meetings
Lutheran notes show a 2:30 Friday tea at Mrs. Clarence Carlson’s home on June 1, followed by June 7 Ladies Aid hosted by Mrs. Clarence Anderson with Mrs. Paul Monson leading. All Sunday events June 3 include 10:00 Sunday School 11:00 Morning Worship 8:00 Luther League program on Missions. A reception and dinner for Dr. and Mrs. Walter Farrer follows the morning service in the church basement with each family asked to bring a covered dish pie and sandwiches for own family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Carlson
Ladies Aid
Clarence Anderson
Paul Monson
Luther League
Walter Farrer
Song Birds Dominate State Bird Choices Across America
Forty seven states have state birds with 32 official designations. Song birds lead with 39 states and DC selecting them, led by the western meadowlark in seven states. Four states honor upland game birds, while Ohio uniquely pairs the bobwhite with songbirds. Louisiana, New Mexico, Utah choose distinct birds with notable monuments. Delaware selects the blue hen chicken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District of Columbia
Pennsylvania
California
Oklahoma
Rhode Island
Ohio
Louisiana
New Mexico
Utah
Salt Lake City
Delaware
Cucumbers Do Not Cross With Squash Says Cornell Tests
Cornell University agriculture tests show cucumbers can be grown near squash and melons without crossing. Pumpkins and common summer squash cross readily, but cucumbers produce only more cucumbers. Prof. W C Muenscher notes odd mixtures appeared but tasted poor though they add garden variety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
College of Agriculture
Cornell University
Cornell
W. C. Muenscher
Department of Botany
Costly Orchids Gather by Persistent Collectors
Gathering orchids in steam drenched jungles is a demanding task. Tropical epiphytic orchids grow on large trees and draw minerals from decaying bark and condensed air moisture. Collectors must endure snakes and biting ants while exercising persistence and ingenuity to obtain prized specimens.
Proper rinsing tips for clean clothes in the wash
Home management tests show hot soft water best for rinsing removing soap and dirt. Hot rinse water loosens fibers, opens the weave, and dissolves soap quickly while preventing soap residues. Lukewarm water rinsing is better than cold. rinse until no soapiness remains.
How to Soften Water Safely and Wash Woolens
Learn the value of soft water to reduce soap use and prevent rings in sinks. The leaflet explains safe water softening methods and proper washing temperatures handling shaping and drying for sweaters socks and gloves.
Soap Solutions Tame Mosquito Breeding
A New Jersey Mosquito Extermination Association report says soap solutions sprayed on still water in pools and other breeding sites disrupt surface tension. Pupae sink and drown, while eggs cannot be laid, preventing mosquito proliferation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Jersey
Mending Frayed Edges Of Rug Step By Step Guide
A detailed instruction on repairing rugs by trimming worn parts, following yarn ridges, and attaching binding. It covers cutting damaged sections, aligning binding with the carpet, stitching techniques, and folding methods to protect edges and conceal the repair from both sides.
Make Home Safe To Avoid Accidents
Practical home care tips reduce injuries and accidents. Anchor rugs to prevent slipping and keep stairs clear. Involve your husband in checking electrical cords and wiring. Wash day steps include removing pins, drying away from heat, and covering hot water. Use fireproof ironing board coverings and nonflammable rests. Wear rubbers on damp floors and stay off floors when using electricals.
Sherman urges greens over spinach for oxalic acid risk
Dr H C Sherman of Columbia University argues spinach and other Goosefoot family greens should be displaced on American tables by oxalic acid free greens. He favors kale as a nutritious, calcium rich option and notes its hardiness for fall Victory garden seeding and winter regrowth with straw or leaf cover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
H. C. Sherman
Columbia University
Dr. Sherman
Victory Gardens
Insurance Assets Diversified Liquidity In 1943 Fire Firms
The report notes high diversification and liquidity in fire insurance firms investments. In 1943 an average of about 42 percent of total assets was in stocks by 135 companies, versus 39.5 percent in bonds, with stock holdings including common, preferred, and substantial affiliated insurance stocks.
Rayon and synthetic yarns spur expansion in textile use
Advances in fibers and lightweight synthetic yarns are set to push cotton and wool growth. Rayon staple fiber now costs about two cents per pound more than Middling cotton and blends with cotton, wool, mohair, or silk for apparel, draperies, and upholstery. High tenacity rayon is used in tires and spun rayon fabrics suit light summer clothing similar to worsted but cheaper.
Notice to Creditors In The Estate Of August Fickel
In Polk County Nebraska creditors are informed of a September 17 1945 hearing in the County Court to hear adjust and allow all claims against the estate of August Fickel deceased. Claims must be filed by September 15 1945 or be forever barred. Dated May 22 1945. (Seal) L M Merrick County Judge
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polk County
Nebraska
August Fickel
L. M. Merrick
John W. Oberg
Notice to Creditors in the Estate of John W. Oberg
The State of Nebraska notifies creditors of the estate of John W. Oberg to appear at the County Court on September 10 1945 to hear and allow filed claims. All claims must be filed by September 8 1945 or be barred. Dated May 11 1945. County Judge L. Merrick.
Osceola Approves 1945 46 Expense Estimate
The Osceola city council adopts the 1945 46 expense estimate totaling amounts for water works street lighting library amusements parks public safety and other items. Mayor Harry W Pratt signs the measure and the council schedules a June 7 1945 meeting to pass the annual appropriation bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osceola
Nebraska
Banco A4
Cece Ees
Harry W. Pratt
Guy F. Ball
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