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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1916
Page
4
The item notes Osceola Nebraska subscriptions may begin or end anytime and that stoppage requests will be obeyed. It discusses farmers funding railway wage increases and fears higher food prices if hours rise, referencing Roosevelt settling a coal strike and critics threatening with anarchy and Congress.
The Carranza-Wilson commission faces criticism for debating Mexico's domestic issues rather than international policy. Critics argue the plan to send American teachers and farmers into Mexico risks violence and moral peril, citing historical abuses and failed missions as warning signs.
A critical magazine feature accuses the Wilson administration of backing Huerta and aiding Villa and Carranza, linking this to American actions at Vera Cruz and domestic politics. The piece questions whether the president planned to deploy the army as a coercive measure while criticizing perceived moral conservatism.
A reader denounces Woodrow Wilson for perceived cowardice and missteps in foreign policy. The letter contends Wilson kept the nation nominally at peace with Germany while harming national honor, cites the Vera Cruz incident, Pershing in Mexico, and ongoing border costs, and urges voting against him in the next election. It questions reform-era federal jobs and accuses supporters of loyalty to the South.
Lincoln judge Albert N. Cornish pursues one of three associate judge positions on the Nebraska Supreme Court. He has served twenty one years as a district judge in Lincoln and holds an extraordinary record of decisions approved by the state supreme court. His supporters call him upright and in the prime of mature manhood in his home county.
Editorial notes Republican leaders favor Hughes as election likely with little surprise unless world events shift. Mentions Pershing, Wilson, Ford owners, Tammany Hall, and price issues from bread to politics amid US campaigns. Observes broad speculation on strikes and alliances shaping the 1916- era political landscape.
The passage notes militant activity timing with “Onward Christian Soldiers” and suggests President Wilton may shield business from political tariff influence. It mentions a strike in New York seen as a rare blessing to the President, who has yet to be asked to resolve it.
Mrs August Anderson of Arcadia visits and returns home. Several residents travel to Iowa and Lincoln for family visits and medical care. Rev Ernestmeyer suffers a serious head injury in Arlington after a street pole collapses on his car. he undergoes surgery and shows some improvement. Twenty five young ladies attend the World Wide Guild meeting at Mrs W H Smith’s home with hosts Misses Lilian Anderson and Clara Jones and a post gathering lunch.
Last Thursday afternoon Mrs. Will Burritt Mrs. Meth Johnston and daughter and Mrs. Tom Skidmore spent the afternoon at Mrs. J A G Johnstons. The ladies tied three comforts for Emmit Beebe and children. After this a dainty lunch was served by Mrs. Johnston. Last Friday was the birthday of Mrs. Flossie Sarow. Her relatives joined with dinners to surprise her and she received tokens of remembrance. All wished her many more happy birthdays. Mr. Tom Strang from Kansas, brother of Mrs. Guy Harishew, was here last week visiting.
Congressman Sloan opens his reelection bid amid a warm reception. His engaging personality and independent Congressional stance have earned widespread admiration from constituents across parties. Sloan remains approachable and known locally as Charlie Sloan, with a record of legislative knowledge and district advocacy.
Incomplete text refers to a finder asking for the return of an angered item or misplaced object. The message mentions Ford and Pirestons with unclear context and no definite action or dates.
The Stromsburg column reports Rev Sward of Swede Home has returned after illness and is popular and improving. Co. V Nelson from Omaha visits friends briefly before attending Rev Presson’s golden anniversary. Various locals travel to nearby towns, farm activity picks up with corn in mature stage, Ralph Erickson recovers from surgery, Mrs. Buckley returns from Washington to live with daughters, and Jennie Lizzie Scott come back from Omaha Merengo Iowa trip.
G W Price of Osceola Nebraska advertises twenty five immune Duroc bears for sale with pricing and availability details.
Miss Bernice McGrew of David City spent Sunday with her folks. Weave Dunilum returned from Omaha Saturday. Jack German came back from Stoneham Colorado with farm reports. Mr. Marks and Lloyd Kingsolver of Gresham visited Frank Dunning Friday. Helen McGrew teaching at Highland spent Sunday at home. Mr. and Mrs. Matt Gondringer visited a cousin in Omaha, leaving Wednesday and returning Friday. Donna McBeth shipped 2000 head of sheep Friday for winter feed. Mrs. Frank Deavers and baby of Rising City visited Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Brazee. Mr. and Mrs. Decker visited in Rising City Friday. Peter Sommerstedt reported two valuable cows killed Wednesday after breaking into alfalfa. Mr. and Mrs. Ben Knerr of Stromsburg visited Bull, father of Mrs. Knerr, Tuesday. Geo. West at Lincoln with daughter Dana Methaney ill. condition not improved. Mrs. M. J. Arner and Mrs Black left Wednesday for Omaha to attend a convention. Miss Nordstrum visited Mrs. D. Shay and previously cared for her. stopped to see her while passing Shelby. Arthur Leard of Fullerton arrived Wednesday for a short visit. Mrs. Perry Pogue of Creek visited Saturday. Otis Wilson and wife rejoicing over a baby girl born Monday. Fred Wilson of Omaha came Saturday to visit Otis in the county.
Sunday school and Bible classes are set for 10:00 a.m. next Sunday with services at 11:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Evening services follow in English. The Busy Bee meets Wednesday afternoon October 18 at the Anderson home. Luther League meets Thursday evening October 19 at the Gamelan home.
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