Social notes from Stromsburg visitors and local engagements
Correspondence lists residents and guests visiting Lincoln Omaha York and Osceola. People like Miss Juanita Carlson, Miss Amelia Skogman, and Prof Hagelin are mentioned along with family visits and football events. Local car ownership and Thanksgivings are noted.
Local social notes and happenings in Lincoln vicinity
Mr and Mrs T A James are guests of Judge and Mrs Munger in Lincoln. Reports cover visits, Thanksgiving travel, church activities, house painting, hog shipments, hospital treatment, and a Ford wreck near Swede Home with minor injuries.
Thanksgiving Social and Local Visits Highlight Town Notes
The article notes include a reg ular meeting after a two course lunch and Miss Dorothy Green spending Thanksgiving in Lincoln. Ruth Bodine visited Central City Tuesday. Mrs. Strand cohosted a supper for the senior class and football boys with Ed Coha gen and Ed Schultz. C Burgess returned to Julesburg after visiting Polk relatives. Farmers Grain and Stock Co and W E Green and son shipped a carload of hogs to Omaha.
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Dorothy Green
Lincoln
Ruth Bodine
Oscar Strand
Ed. Cohagen
Ed Schultz
C. Burgess
Juleburg
Colo
Polk
Grain and Stock Co
W. E. Green and Son
Omaha
Thanksgiving Proclamation Honors Coolidge Dawes and Peace
The message thanks Providence for Coolidge and Dawes and a Congress to enact policies for the nation. It touts defeat of radical elements defending the constitution and Supreme Court, notes peace efforts including a 16 million dollar battleship offering, and praises strengthened Latin American ties. It forecasts prosperity, farm relief, and industry unity, praising women voters and shared religious tolerance as core of the American Commonwealth. Carve the turkey and share in the nation’s blessings.
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Providence
Coolidge
Dawes
Congress
U. S. Supreme Court
Latin Americas
Turkey
American Commonwealth
Wayland Church Notices and Local Social Updates
Sunday services listed for Wayland churches with Sunday school at 10 and worship at 11. Local visits include Paul Cathcart of Salina staying with sister Mrs. Claude Bond and the Jord. Rolen Jones visiting daughter in Oklahoma. Opal Spalding improving at home. Swan Peterson family to carpenters work in York. Feed grind ad at Steever Mill 15c cwt. Crystal Springs Florida trip for Chas. Norman. Farm Bureau meets Dec 5 with Xmas program. Merry Workers meet Dec 3. quilting season urged. Up-Streamers banquet Nov 29 at church basement with toastmaster. K O K O Sunday class social at Spaldings with about 30 members and refreshments.
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Wayland
Christian Endeavor
Paul Cathcart
Salina
Kansas
Claude Bond
Rolen Jones
Rose Rogers
Oklahoma
Opal Spalding
Swan Peterson
York
Steever
Stromsburg
Chas
Norman
Crystal Springs
Fla
L. L. Holford
Farm Bureau
Lee Campbell
John Law
Raymond Bond
Charles Brindle
Pearl Spalding
Spalding
Roy Thomas
Ernest Lot
Quips on Advice and Social Folklore from a 20th Century Roundup
A collection of brief witticisms and observations on marriage secrecy voting taxes driving behavior hair of fault with change in pockets and social manners. It mixes jokes about politics cars insurance and stereotypes with quips from named individuals and general social commentary.
Polk County Social News and Weekend Travel
Mrs. Emily Couch from Indianapolis visited Polk relatives including the McMurrins. Several local residents moved into new homes by A. E. Swanson and neighbors traveled to Grand Island and Lincoln. Polk football beat Silver Creek 47 to 6 with a large crowd supporting the team. Multiple residents spent weekends in Central City Stromsburg and Osceola while others visited Kearney and Grand Island for schooling and family events.
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Emily Couch
Indianapolis
Ind
John McMurrin
Oscar Sundberg
A. E. Swanson
Chas. McGinnis
Lincoln
Polk
Lydia Burke
Central City
G. M. Hill
Grand Island
Tressa Hill
Winnie Gabrielson
Arnold Beckman
Geneva
Kearney
John Cohagen
Colorado
Evelyn Lindburg
Silver Creek
Ella Bales
Finstrom
Edwin Anderson
Elwing
Alvena Anderson
Stromsburg
R. P. McCune
North Loup
C. R. Hirsch
Mary Bryant
Hazel Day
Alverna Anderson
Polk High School
Osceola
A. E. Nordgren
Clarks
A. F. Swanson
Maxine Eastman
Clampit
Linny Johnson
York
John Seymour
Old Bride Reflects on Merchants Innovation
An old bride comments on merchants always inventing something new after reading a potato advertisement. She asks about aiding her wife’s work and whether her help would be valued. A plan emerges to enter the egg business and hand over condemned batches to Cecil Matthews.
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Cecil Matthews
Gift of gab vs. knowledge in public speaking
The remark asserts that a fluent speaker can persuade without subject knowledge. It humorously suggests Jack Kroh should sing on the radio to avoid audience hostility if he performs publicly.
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Jack Kroh
Lawyers Bring Second Counsel After Each Case
A witty observation notes that after one lawyer finishes work another can be hired to handle ongoing matters, implying a revolving door of legal representation.
Quote on enemies and friends guiding opportunity
Lew Shelley argues that discernment is needed to distinguish genuine opportunity from a misleading blue sky investment. The text notes people favor ideas that match their own notions and challenge those that do not.
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Lew Shelley
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A reflective comment on modern life criticizing excess curiosity about others while neglecting self awareness. The speaker notes common hypocrisy and urges personal focus over gossip.
Women Now Ask Men for a Light, Breede Says
Adam Breede notes a shift in social norms as he observes that men once asked women for permission to smoke, whereas today women request a light from men, signaling changing gender roles.
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Adam Breede
Equal Rights for Life Liberty and Happiness
A thoughtful statement argues for universal rights to life liberty and the pursuit of happiness. It emphasizes understanding equal rights and the impact on all people in society.
Nebraska Weather Quarrel Echoes California Deception Claim
A terse jab targets harsh weather talk about Nebraska, suggesting the state could gain fame by mistating climate facts like California. The quote frames a public dispute over truth in weather publicity.
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Nebraska
California
City funds shift blamed for home and town improvement costs
The remark argues that expenditure flows from one pocket to another rather than financing genuine improvements, criticizing how money allocated for home and town projects is redirected rather than spent on new work.
Clay Center man engaged amid ring return delay
A Clay Center man announced engagement but could not give a ring as his partner had not yet returned the previous ring. The situation centers on relationship complications and a pending ring return.
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Clay Center
Kansas Judge Clips Wives Value At One Hundred Dollars
A Kansas judge rules a wife is worth one hundred dollars sparking debate about marriage value. The decision implies high costs for men seeking wives and critiques traditional dowry expectations.
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Kansas
Love as a fleeting thing in stories and life
The piece argues that while writers praise love as supreme, much of what passes for love proves short lived and fragile rather than lasting.
Col Pickett’s Fashion Dilemma Stirs Wahoo Wasp Fans
Col Pickett of the Wahoo Wasp laments he cannot be fashionable with a belt instead of suspenders, saying he ain’t built that way.
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Col. Pickett
The
Wahoo Wasp
Hastings Man Declines Suit After Auto Accident
After being struck by a car, a Hastings man was told he could sue for damages. He replied that he already had all the damages he wanted.
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Hastings
Evolution of dating wheels from carts to heated cars
A light note traces changing romance era transport from road carts to top buggies, then Ford models, to today’s demand for enclosed heated cars, reflecting shifts in lifestyle and expectations.
Nebraska Editor Slams Neighbor Town Over Lights Out
A Nebraska editor mocks a neighboring town claiming residents have never realized the electric lights go out at 10 30. The jab targets the town with a sly rural-urban contrast.
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Nebraska
Burg
Local Tax Receipts Highlight Where Your Money Goes
A reader note urges taxpayers to inspect tax receipts to see which tax collector benefited. It argues that state or local collectors—not the Federal government—carry the burden, and that complaints to Washington won’t cut local taxes.
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Washington
Fashion Turns Oilcloth Dining Into Trend at Yellow Hen
Historically tied to poverty, oilcloth dining returns as a fashionable choice at the Yellow Hen cafe where patrons eat atop oilcloths, signaling a shift in style and affordable chic.
Independent Paper or Public Eye
The speaker claims a newspaper must be independent to be trusted and to support candidates fairly, arguing true independence guides coverage beyond partisan preference. They question how a truly independent outlet could influence without bias or favor.
Government Payroll Underpinning One-twelfth Labor Claim
Editor clarifies a statistic noting that about one in twelve workers is paid by the government. The piece reframes the claim as government payroll dependence rather than employment presence.
Hard Work and Self Denial Shape Child Paths
The article argues that parental self denial and effort ease a child’s early life while those raised to expect ease later encounter tougher, rougher experiences as adults. It emphasizes the long term impact of parenting style on resilience and life outcomes.
Weal Neighbor Helps With Sick Baby In Fallback Roles
A neighbor who covers her head with a shawl to enter and assist with chores when a baby is ill, and who brings in samples of sausage sauerkraut or angel food to aid the household.
The Educated Man Seeks Knowledge Beyond Degrees
A thoughtful reminder contrasts educated minds who seek new information with the complacent belief of the uneducated. The quote notes that education is not limited to formal schooling and can include ongoing curiosity.
Mrs Leggett Discovers Hank Worse Than Promised
When Mrs Leggett married Hank she expected better or worse but soon learned he is worse than she anticipated.
Early spring onions grower keeps quiet on his success
A prominent onion producer who claims the season's earliest harvest prefers to stay silent about his methods and quick market lead. The lightless reveal underscores a quiet advantage in a competitive field.
Notice of Probate in Polk Nebraska Estate Hearing
In Polk County Nebraska a petition for probate of the last will and testament of William McBeth deceased has been filed. James M McBeth and William H McBeth are named as executors and the hearing is set for December 12 1924 at 10:00 a m. Dated November 18 1924. T Ray Substitute County Judge acting in the estate notice appears in Nov 20 27 Dec 4 issues.
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Polk County
Nebraska
William McBeth
State OF
James M. McBeth
William H McBeth
T. Ray
Family crisis interrupts rescue as mouse distracts mother
A father choking on a bone triggers a near tragedy while the mother hears a mouse in the cupboard. She pauses to catch the mouse before assisting, highlighting a rare domestic disruption during an emergency.
Fletch Merwin Means Ole Buck Avoids Vacuum Cleaner
Fletch Merwin notes Ole Buck would not buy a vacuum cleaner for his wife, saying he needs the broom for home cleaning and to maintain his pipe stem.
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Fletch Merwin
Ole Buck
Building Independence Through Hard Work in Early Life
A reflection on starting from poverty and laboring toward autonomy, noting the challenge of convincing most people. The tone emphasizes perseverance, self-reliance, and gradual achievement as a path to freedom. The passage frames independence as earned through steady effort.
City marshal accused after clash with boy on street
A city marshal allegedly struck a boy in the head with a baton during a confrontation on the street as he tried to move him off the property. The incident drew scrutiny and local authorities opened an inquiry.
Fletch Merwin Slams Bigamist as Repeater of Mistakes
Fletch Merwin sharply declares that a bigamist is a man who makes the same mistake twice, implying persistent deceit. The remark frames bigamy as repeated wrongdoing and signals Merwin's critique of the practice.
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Fletch Merwin
Home cooks feed readers hard truths about meals
A blunt critique notes many home cooked dishes fall short of taste and safety, challenging readers to rethink kitchens and dining habits.
Tax reform claim on congressmen spending
A satirical line states lawmakers oppose tax cuts because the reduced revenue would limit their spending. The quip implies fiscal self-interest shapes policy.
Newspaper lobbying claim sparks call for cleaner politics
A candidate claims newspapers must be bought with a roll of money as big as his leg to gain support and another to silence them after nomination. Readers are urged to reject such influence and demand ethical campaigning.
Quote from Gus Buechler on poverty and honesty
Gus Buechler argues that the large number of poor people stems from a belief that wealth comes only through honesty hard work and thrift. He contends many fail to achieve riches despite striving.
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Gus Buechler
Political Dilemma Cited Over Government Support
The statement argues that the people must back the government or the government itself cannot back the people, framing loyalty as essential to governance and policy legitimacy. No additional context is provided.
Nebraska City Man Whips Ice Man Over Witty Quip
In Nebraska City a man who mocked his wife was said to whip an ice man in a dispute over a flippant remark. Police reported no serious injuries. The incident drew attention to domestic and public decorum in local life.
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Nebraska
No safe passage for a pistol free society
In this wry quip a speaker notes garage men and doctors profit from fixing their own errors and asks how women would eliminate unwanted spouses if pistols were unavailable, framing hardware as a social issue with a biting, satirical tone.
Free Bibles Provoke Mixed Reactions Across Communities
The American Bible Society distributes millions of Bibles, prompting debates on whether mandatory purchases would heighten value and attention. Critics argue free gifts breed indifference. Proponents say access expands reach and literacy.
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American Bible Society
Cars for sale from 1920s era fleet
A variety of prewar cars offered for sale including a D-45 Buick six cylinder touring car in fine running order a 1922 Ford one ton truck with a new cab motor completely overhauled and a 1918 Hupmobile touring car described as a real bargain.
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Ford
Auburn
Local News Briefs Highlight Visits and Travels
Rev M Hullhorst former Presbyterian minister now at Raymond called on friends in the city Monday. Dr L M Shaw visited David City Monday. A W Funkhouser visiting here at the Clark home went to Shelby Monday to visit his brother and relatives. Mr and Mrs Funkhouser arrived here Friday. Mrs Funkhouser is sister of Mrs W H Clark and Mrs McCoy. Hassler Drug notes radios. Dr Shaw and S A Sader attended Scottish Rite Masons meeting in Lincoln Friday and Saturday. H J Van Vinck traveling salesman spent Sunday at home. Fair Premium Revision Committee met at the county Agent's office Saturday to revise the 1925 fair premium list.
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Art Hultquist
Geo. Malek
Osceola
Frank Burgeson
Fairfield
Irvin Scott
Sioux City
Alfred Collison
Earl Steever
Henry Hubbert
Myron
Eldon
Lincoln
Rolland Carlson
Ted Falk
Arthur C. Morrill
Oscar Johnson
Emer Swanson
Amelia Skogman
Omaha
E. E. Eckloff
Eleanor Hagelin
John I. Anderson
Wilber Olson
T. A. James
York Hospital
Ray Hunsaker
Carthage
Mr. Mears
Albin Anderson
Oscar
Ernest
Aug. E. Anderson
Marjorie Anderson
Oscar I. Anderson
Chas. Stanton
EB. E. Stanton
August Olson
Meta Lund
Rome
Oakland
A. N. Lund
Viola
Margaret
Myrberg
Jet
City
Kans
Dr. Church
Grand Island
Belvidere
Einer Swanson
Swanson
John Scott, Jr
Alex
Morningside
Helen Scott
Ada Hitch
E. T. Christy
Columbus
Burwell
G. N. Ekstrands
Irving Anderson
Alfred Gahn
Roy
Arnold Strom
R. L. Jones
Victor Anderson
State Board of the Baptist Church
Polk
Mr. Anderson
C. R. Osbeck
Mead
Hero
State Board of the Church
Willmar
Minn
Ben Keck, Jr
Keck
Bush Hill
M. Hullhorst
Raymond
L. M. Shaw
David City
A. W. Funkhouser
W. H. Clark
Shelby
S. J. Funkhouser
Funkhouser
Heinemeyer Estate Hearing Notice for Blanche Heinemeyer
In the matter of the estate of A H Heinemeyer deceased a petition for the appointment of Blanche Heinemeyer as administratrix has been filed. The hearing is set for December 12 1924 at 10 00 a m. Dated November 15 1924 County Judge H Ball seal. Nov 20 27 Dec 4.
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Polk County
Nebraska
A. H. Heinemeyer
Blanche Heinemeyer
H. Ball
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