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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1908
Page
4
The Osceola Record edition lists editor R. G. Douglas and the subscription price set at $1.50 per year. The masthead notes the paper's long-standing establishment since 1873 and presents typical historic press details.
The piece urges Mr. Bryan to push for county option to let the whole people decide liquor questions in Nebraska. It notes Shallenberger's support for Wilson as a county option advocate and argues for immediate action to enact a statewide test of the national Democratic platform by applying Shall the people rule to the liquor issue.
A terse sports brief notes a tough hit to Schmidt affecting Schlitz during a recent game, with limited readable context on teams or outcome.
The county judge awards three percent while the district judge reverses the verdict, leaving Vic to choose between the two figures. The decision hinges on judicial interpretation and local taxation policy.
The claim that Taft had never been elected to public office is challenged in current discussion, with proponents arguing his early career included prior electoral success and held positions before reaching higher office.
If your cup is not full this thanksgiving, be thankful anyway. The message reminds that it is more blessed to give than to receive and encourages gratitude despite circumstances.
Jonu Buckley and Sheldon did not compete on a straddle platform. The participants who did are well known, highlighting ongoing tensions in balancing multiple roles or loyalties.
A statement declares there is no need for a special session as the old legislature fulfilled its duty and a new body has been chosen. It asserts the people’s will is clear and endorses letting the new legislature take its seat.
The plan to raise railroad assessments drew laughter among cows and prompted railroad crews to be instructed to vote for Shallenberger. The outcome remains uncertain as events unfold.
Joe Bailey of Texas revived by a strong old guard of the Texas democracy. Missouri sees Joseph W Folk defeated for U S senator nomination by Bill Stone, a tool of the baking powder trust. Republicans gain strength in southern states.
Murphy of Tammany Hall scolds the tiger's den as treacherous to Mr. Bryan and claims he warned Bryan. Yet Tammany failed to defeat Gov. Hughes, leaving the Democratic candidate with little consolation in blaming the sachems.
Judge Corcoran presided in Shelby and Osceola cases granting divorces to Mrs Chas Jeniee of Stromsbury and Mrs Chas Schmoker of Osceola. A modified order in the Woodward case reflects the doctor's residence. The Bystrom dispute favored the Rystrom heirs while a new trial motion was overruled. Helvey pleaded guilty to adultery and received nine days in county jail. Dunning's post‑session motion was denied. Post Office list shows uncalled postal cards and letters for the week ending Nov 12, 08.
Albert Ballenger visits Lincoln to see his ill uncle Frank P Jones. Peter J. Jones hauls lumber for a new 36 by 56 barn on his farm west of town. Wilbur Hotchkiss returns from Garri son and praises the old home town. Shank Bros purchase Oliver Griffin's share of the north side restaurant. Rev. S F McGuire and wife move to Pomeroy Iowa after work with Prohibition State Committee. Cara reminds how house furnishing is essential when marrying.
In Polk County Nebraska the estate of Hor ace A Scott deceased, executor E L King petitions for a six month extension to settle the estate. A hearing is set for December 1, 1908 at 1 PM before County Court Judge Henry H Campbell. Interested parties may appear and contest. Dated November 12, 1968.
In the matter of the estate of Martha Sloan Deceased the state of Nebraska notifies creditors that claims must be filed by May 12 1909 and debts paid by Nov 12 1909. The County Judge will sit at the County Court Room on Dec 12 1908 Feb 12 1909 and May 12 1909 at two P M to hear examine and adjust all filed claims.
An old advertisement for Shoop's Pink Pain Tablets promotes relief from head pains and various pains. It urges asking a doctor for a better option and claims 20 tablets for 250 units. Sold by D H Kunkel.
About 150 friends attended a Thursday night reception for Mr and Mrs Joseph Gubser at the Presbyterian church. Rev Morgan Dr Gray and H O Beebe spoke, the mandolin club performed, Miss Margaret Kepner recited, and Dr McBeth sang. Ice cream and cake followed as attendees praised the couple’s standing in the community.
The Creta Vidette Herald accuses Bryan of turning Nebraska to railroad and whiskey interests and predicts a hard liquor policy fight in the coming legislature. It urges Bryan to take a clear stand on prohibition and county option, and to explain his stance on the Prince of Peace lecture.
Valley residents keep busy with weekend visits and gatherings. Bessie Christian and Clara Reitz returned from Fremont for a short stay. Several guests visited: Grace and Lesta Mace with Laura Wisely. Florence Wescoat with Myra and Susan Fineey at Henry Mickeys. a surprise party at Mr Wilcox’s for Dollie and Will Wilcox. Continuous social rounds include Jennie Hurd visiting Mrs Lee Mustard and Mae Fineey hosting a Saturday party.
Market list notes wheat hogs and butter with scarce, garbled figures. Osceola Record shows odd letters and fragments such as 86 for wheat and 48 for hogs, plus a 5 00 price line and a stray TM mark.
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