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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1925
Page
1
A parade by the American Legion drum corps schoolchildren and teachers preceded a brief program at the schoolhouse in memory of the armistice seven years past. Commander Phil Campbell presided Rev H A Taylor gave an address and the Legion quartet performed. Stores closed in the afternoon.
Osceola football team resumes action with a Friday clash against Ord after a three week layoff. Travel to Ord may challenge the squad but the players report good condition and confidence in adding another victory to their record.
Osceola Fire Department held a farewell reception for Billy Powers at the G A R hall. A 7 pm dinner was followed by vocal and instrumental music and an oration by Jay Hastings praising Powers. Hastings presented Powers a gold watch chain as a token of appreciation. Powers plans to move to University Place.
Floyd Coop of Kansas reportedly set a fall corn picking mark by harvesting 670 bushels in six days for Pete Lindholm, averaging 111 bushels daily. Three Coop family members from Kansas are assisting in Polke county, noting a poor Kansas corn crop this year.
Wesley Chapel Club met Thursday afternoon November 5 with 25 members and guests. After a short business meeting a good program followed by an attractive lunch. Next gathering set for December 3 at Mrs Ed Johnson home with officer elections to cap the year.
A compilation of brief notices places several Columbus visitors and local movements across nearby towns. Names include Mr and Mrs H W Umshler, Mrs F J Strain, A C Dunning, Dorcas society event at Mrs Roy Harts, and multiple trips to Lincoln Omaha Osceola and David City for visits or business.
Mr and Mrs A B Hedbloom and Albert drove to Lincoln Friday. They were accompanied home by Kenneth Moore. Mr and Mrs A B Kjelsom went to Gothenburg Saturday for a visit with Mr Kjelsom's parents returning Monday morning. Miss Juaneta Carlson returned to York Monday after visiting here over Sunday. Mr and Mrs Eric Ericson and Roy returned from a three weeks motor trip in the East visiting their daughter Mrs Harry Palmer in Decatur Illinois and son Albert in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Albert holds a position with Westinghouse Electric Co of Pittsburgh. Mr Ericson left his car in Illinois due to cold roads. Mr and Mrs T A James went to Lincoln Tuesday evening to spend Armistice Day with friends. Mr and Mrs John left Friday by auto for Boone Iowa then to Rochester Minnesota. Miss Jane Beachell and Miss McCartney attended the state teachers meeting at Lincoln last week. Word from Mr Pike in El Paso Texas says Ed Pike's condition is improved after being called away several weeks ago. Mrs John Colson has been ill ten days. Football fans at the Des Moines game on radio Saturday were disappointed as Nebraska lost to Drake University in cold weather requiring gloves and a slippery ball. Mrs Julia James and daughter Mrs R L Cox of Polk left Omaha Saturday on the W O excursion for New Orleans.
Sheriff Roy VanHoosen and Deputy Fred L. Johnson surprised guests at a Merrick county gathering by announcing arrests. Attendees included Bishop, Chas Noyd, Walford Johnson, and Lawrence Anderson. Noyd and Anderson paid $100 fines. Noyd lost a Ford coupe. Johnson bound over to Merrick district court. Bishop’s case pending.
Word from Shelby reports Ray McBeth suffered a serious injury while operating a corn picking machine. He set three fingers when his right hand was caught. he was taken to the Shelby hospital for treatment and is described as progressing as well as can be expected aside from acute pain.
The Osceola lecture course opened with The Climax at the Auditorium drawing a strong turnout despite rival attractions. The skating rink drew many younger residents away, yet the production by a company of artists pleased attendees.
The Maple Leaf Club met with 19 members and 4 visitors on November 5. They changed the annual supper from Friday to Saturday November 21 at Sam Wyman home and appointed a year book committee. New member added and club plans purchases for future events. A food sale in Osceola November 7 raised funds. Martha Wyman led a short program. Helen Wamsley won first prize Fay Wyman booby prize. Next meeting November 19 with Mrs Grace McCormick.
The Ladies Guild met at Mrs. Hubert Duren home last Thursday. Miss Dora Lovell traveled from Central City for a family visit. Miss Dorothy Clark returned to Gothenburg after a visit in Osceola. The Swede Home clubs plan a production The Heavenly Twins at Victor school district 30 on Friday night November 20. For sale ten Poland China boars listed by H M Johnson in Osceola. Mr and Mrs Harry Maxwell visited John Carlson between trains. Maxwell is a Union Pacific passenger engineer from Omaha. Chas Sydenstricker came back from Slater Missouri after attending his mother Mrs M E Sydenstricker funeral held Wednesday. She died from pneumonia after a brief illness.
A public letter to Congressman M O McLaughlin from the Osceola Community Club urges a new federal building to replace an crowded inadequate second class post office. It cites cramped space poor ventilation limited windows and sanitation concerns in the current 18 by 60 foot facility and requests timely action.
White & Brown chautauqua contract signed by fifty plus residents for summer 1926 return engagement. Local sentiment strong after a high class program praised. H J Bamford reports solid support and ongoing canvass in Osceola.
A new roller skating rink opened in Osceola with a good crowd on opening night. The venue reports strong business this week and promises continued popularity during the winter season as a source of clean fun and exercise for all ages.
Dr. Howard Yates D C reports the Neurocalometer, a heat registering instrument, to locate nerve pressure from the spine. He trained at Davenport Iowa and will lease the device for ten years to qualified practitioners, aiming to improve adjustment accuracy and chiropractic care.
Swedehome youths stage a three act comedy The Heavenly Twins on Tuesday November 17 to raise funds for Champion Stock Judging Team expenses for the International Livestock Show in Chicago. A second performance is planned at Havens on Thursday November 19.
Ann examination for teachers will be held at Osceola High School on Saturday November 21 1925. The new program of subjects will be followed. Those who need new numbers should buy them before the examination.
Dr. Donald Furman has left Osceola to join an established firm in McCook Nebraska. He will practice in Osceola as well, with a new office at the residence of Mrs. Byers, a block south of the square. Friends in Osceola regret his departure but toast his larger opportunity in McCook.
The Osceola Record previews a weekly column recounting fifty year old Polk County events from the Homesteader era. It notes editors and masthead changes, early ads from local merchants, and nearby mentions of officials and advertisers, with forthcoming installments of “Fifty Years Ago” by the Record. Dr Byers sells his Gresham dental practice and plans to move to Pennsylvania. County agent Adair will lead a stock judging trip with Dorsey Barnes and others to nearby farms and yards.
Mrs A J Herrmann hosted a Kensington on Oct 30 for her visiting daughter Mrs P W Jacoby who then left for Alton Illinois. Neighbors surprised Mr and Mrs Hartman returning from Illinois visit, with plans to be away two months. Osceola Woman's Club to meet next Monday at the schoolhouse.
A large audience joined the Eastern Star district meeting at the Auditorium on Tuesday November 10 with Worthy Grand Matron Mrs Cassie Redfield and Worthy Grand Patron J C Robinson of Waterloo as honored guests. About 275 members attended including 60 from Stromsburg Chapter. A program followed featuring organ solo pipe organ selections readings and vocal and piano solos by local members and guests.
The Scotts Hall in Stromsburg hosted the first annual Boys and Girls Club Achievement Program last Saturday. State club leader L I Frisbie led songs, spoke on progress, and presented certificates to members who completed their work. The program featured musical numbers a pageant and a pig club drill highlighting club activities and community cooperation.
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