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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1936
Page
8
A brief Washington Star quip notes a fashion joke about a flaming tie and a punchline that it came from a fire sale. The item prompts a light nod to humor in a newspaper snippet.
A fragmented Philadelphia Bulletin column highlights a humorous exchange about eliminators and odd items. The tongue in cheek dialogue mentions pasts, rumors, and odd phrases reflecting the era's urban chatter.
A tense exchange unfolds as the head man challenges a colleague remarking if not for him, the other would be the foolish hire in the business. The reply suggests a clash over status with the other retorting you are on top.
A lighthearted exchange from Isverybody's Weekly features playful humor about age and identity, suggesting a middle ground as the réponse. The item captures a moment of magazine wit and cultural shorthand from the era.
A columnist ponders why modern children stop using the traditional term Mother and reflects on changing family language and affection in contemporary society.
A Santa Fe Magazine quip jokes about confusing a car with its model, framing the line as a humorous aside on design and naming. The item captures a witty, period voice suitable for a brief humor note.
A brief dialogue hints at a change in staff as a student asks about a new presence and a teacher explains the person is JT after a routine greeting.
A traveling salesm an questions if he will commit to staying in town as a charming young woman considers her future. The brief exchange hints at romance and decision making amid bustling local life.
A terse note describes a domestic dispute where Tread Cook and an assistant discuss noticing a spillage. The exchange notes the incident involved a large boilover and references a precise quantity described as half vast ten.
A brief quip recalls a joke about a worker in a pretzel factory. The line plays on the word twist to humorously comment on the job and its outcome. The exchange reflects period newspaper tone and light local wit.
A humorous line from Stray Stories Magazine jokes about thrifty living and marriage, noting a man who "furnished his whole house with second hand stuff" and even married a widow. The quip reflects playful social commentary.
Gail W. Bowen of Saranac, Michigan, a shoe maker, gathers firearms and coins, tracing cartridge history from early Civil War powder charges to modern brass shells. His collection, dating back to 1860, includes about 300 cartridges with the largest a .50 caliber anti aircraft round from World War I and pieces from many nations.
A dying man wished to be buried in Tinkle Island cemetery on a Brisbane holiday island. Officials located a forgotten 10 acre plot with a map, a mile long road was cut, and a public funeral was held.
Residents of Charleston South Carolina observe a tree they call a ciratte that periodically emits visible puffs of smoke from terminal buds. Chemists say the gas released by heated sun exposure causes the smoky plumes from the tree.
A watch dated 1760 has been converted into a clock at Mearrickville New South Wales. The piece, attributed to an eighteenth century British clockmaker, reportedly still keeps excellent time and continues ticking.
The government intends to acquire a 50 mile by 15 mile coastal strip at Port Nolloth in the diamond belt. A fence would be built to prevent mining of gems, blocking access to the area.
Mrs Arnie Mace and daughter visited at the Mace dams. Residents from Silver Creek and surrounding towns share visits, drives, and Sunday gatherings. Local families travel to Lincoln and Kearney for university events and city visits. The Happy Hour Society meets Thursday. many neighbors plan short trips to Gem Kansas Mitchell Nebraska and York for family gatherings.
Hackberry Victor Club plans a meeting on Tuesday October 6 at Mrs. Donald Hoffer's home. Gion's Chapel Ladies Aid meets Thursday in the Community Room with Mrs. Edith Dil saver and Mrs. L. L. Hoffer entertaining. Several residents, including Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Obrist and Mr. and Mrs. N. S. Abolt, are listed as visiting relatives and friends in nearby towns this week.
A London style home in Independence Kansas embodies the typical American residence of the prairie region, reflecting common design and living patterns associated with the era and locale.
Sealed bids will be received at Lincoln Nebraska October 22 1936 10 00 AM for sand gravel surfacing and incidental work on Columbus Bellwood Patrol No 279 State Road 6 3 miles of resurfacing with 1771 Cu Vds sand gravel surface course Plans and specs available Osceola and David City county clerks and Lincoln Dept of Roads 100 percent bond required 75 dollar certified check and right to reject all bids.
Receipts of cattle at Union Stock Yards Omaha Monday 17 000 head. Cornfed steers and yearlings active demand at steady to strong prices with best kinds 9.60 to 9.85. Stock cattle in liberal supply and slow. Prices listed for cornfed steers yearlings heifers cows and feeders with ranges from 3.00 to 9.85 depending on grade and type. continuous feeding steers and yearlings show broad activity and note steady to strong demand for top grades.
Hogs receipts Monday totaled 5,000 head with prices steady to a shade stronger than last week. Best light weights sold to 9.75 to 10.00, medium and heavy hogs 9.00 to 9.75, and lows moved largely from 8.75 to 9.00 in fair season.
Notice to creditors for the estate of Clara G. Anderson sets a Jan 9 1937 filing deadline and Jan 11 1937 hearing in Po County Nebraska. The final report for John Fineey deceased is set for Oct 23 1936 with hearing at 10:00 A M to determine heirship distribution and discharge administratrix.
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