18 Oct 1917
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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1917
Page
1
The article urges Americans to buy more liberty bonds in the second Liberty Loan. It emphasizes liberty bonds as a safe loan to the country, notes the 4 percent interest, and calls on communities to plan and contribute, highlighting prior strong local response to the first offering.
An editorial argues that national food control is essential during wartime to prevent wheat hoarding and price manipulation. It warns private control risks shortages for the army and domestic distress, urging government action to ensure steady wheat supply and deter exploitation by speculators.
William Fyfe born May 6 1839 near Dundee Scotland died Oct 6 1917 at 78. Five months. Married to Mary Brown May 28 1869. Seven children born. two living in Nebraska and others in Illinois Iowa and Nebraska. Immigrated to America 1871 first settled Illinois then Polk County moved 1880 to Polk County Nebraska. In 1914 moved to near Brule Nebraska later returned to Columbus for medical aid and died at Bennie Fyfe's home. Survived by sister Mrs Anderson Matlock Washington brother Alexander Scotland and brother James Chicago. nineteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Joined Old Established Church in Scotland early life and was ready for the Master's call. Funeral at Bennie Fyfe's home in Shelby and interment at Shelby Cemetery. Shelby Sun.
Wayland and surrounding communities report visits and gatherings. Families travel to Columbus Seward York and Sidney for relatives and errands while church and Red Cross activities occur. A new fountain opens in Independent. several residents journey to Lincoln Omaha and other towns for medical, work, or family matters.
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