Spook Nite Halloween Party Set By Legion and Chamber
Ghosts and goblins are invited to Spook Nite at the American Legion Club on Halloween Thursday October 31. The free event begins at 7 30 p m with a home made costume contest awarding 3 2 and 1 dollars to top outfits in two age groups. Candy apples and prizes listed. Dr Fritz A Pierson of Lincoln seeks president elect of the American Dental Association and has practiced in Lincoln since 1919.
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Hallowe’en
American Legion Club
American Legion
Osceola Chamber of Commerce
Fritz Arthur Pierson
Lincoln
The
American Dental Associaation
Stromsburg
FHA
John Staljans
Methodist Church
Methodist Fellowship Hall
Legion Auxiliary
World of
Unicef
Osceola Record Proudly Showcases Local Ties and Youth
In a column celebrating National Newspaper Week, the Osceola Record highlights its role in Polk county with payroll over 15 000 supporting local commerce, notes loyal staff and community advertising reach. The piece also mentions a Norman Luboff Choir concert, Albion Choral Clinic, and a positive view of youth engagement, ending with a defense of youth as capable and active.
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Golly
Virgil “Vip” Partch
VIP
Osceola Record
Record
The
Osceola
Polk County
Frau Howe
Norman Luboff
Norfolk
Albion
Colonel Gregg Dies in Florida at 87
Col LaVergne Gregg, 87, son of Amy and George Gregg, died in Tampa Florida. He joined the army young and leaves his wife Sadie and sister Inez Burns of Bismark North Carolina. He grew up in Osceola and lived near the fair grounds. only cousin H E Shaw of Shelby remains in Polk County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. LaVergne Gregg
Amy
George Gregg
Tampa
Fla
Sadie
Inez Burns
Bismark
N. C
Osceola
Fair Grounds
H. E. Shaw
Shelby
Polk County
UNICEF collection plans set for Osceola youth
Osceola youth groups again sponsor UNICEF Halloween Trick or Treat collections for needy children in more than 100 countries. Local organizers urge participation to support welfare programs and education initiatives for youngsters worldwide.
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Osceola
Unicef
Community homemaker kitchen planning workshop in Osceola
Eight Polk County homemakers attended a kitchen remodeling workshop in Osceola on October 16. University of Nebraska Extension specialist Jerre Withrow led the session on seven work centers and minimum space needs, with each attendee receiving individualized kitchen plans.
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Polk County
Osceola
Jerre Withrow
University of Nebraska Extension Department
Births in Auburn El Monte and Shelby list newborns
Allen a son Charles Heitzman born Oct 18 to Fred E. Allen Jr. and Carolyn Rhodes in Auburn. Peterson a son Troy Carroll born Oct 19 to Donald and (unnamed) Peterson of El Monte California. Hudson an 8 lb boy Jesse Ray born Oct 18 to Frankie and (unnamed) Hudson of Clarks. Rurup a girl Paige Lyn born Oct 19 to Rodney and (unnamed) Rurup of Shelby. Leu a boy Robert Carl born Oct 21 to Duane and (unnamed) Leu of Stromsburg weighing 10 lbs 1 oz.
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Frankie Hudson
Clarks
Rurup
Rodney Rurup
Shelby
Paige Lyn
Leu
Duane Leu
Stromsburg
Robert Carl
Osceola High School Honor Roll Puts 26 on List
The Osceola High School honor roll for the first six weeks names 26 students with 14 plus points and 24 with honorable mention. Seniors Gary Ahlquist and Anita Lockard lead with 19 points each. lists include multiple juniors and sophomores across departments and classes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osceola High School
Gary Ahlquist
Anita Lockard
Chris Carlson
Rick Ekstrom
Eugene Prososki
Carolyn Girard
Jackie Rutter
Ron Lux
Cheryl McKeag
Phyllis Nyberg
Joel Eikenhorst
Julie Gullberg
Jack McCormick
Pat Carlson
Connie Leach
Craig Monson
John Osenbaugh
Kathy Rodene
Alan Umstead
Vivian Carlson
Donna Nelson
Kay Niemeier
Margaret Peterson
Patricia Dahmke
John Sedlak
Patty Gullberg
Bob Gabriel
Mike Gonsier
Joe Anderson
Larry Miley
Steve Johnson
Beth Monson
Suzanne Trotter
Don Eklund
Sandra Lisko
Gary Nelson
Mary Wobig
Dick Bennett
Patty Dunn
Janice Fischer
Pat Gonsier
Mike Anderson
Kent Heckman
Judy Cerny
Mike Simonsen
Jane Anderson
Dolores Hendrickson
Danny Dunn
Johnny Nelson
Marsha Richards
Osceola Cadet Gabriel Joins USAF Academy Wing
Lester D. Gabriel of Osceola is accepted into the USAF Academy Cadet Wing after basic training. He belongs to the 850-man class of 1967 and will earn a bachelor of science degree and a regular commission as a second lieutenant.
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Usaf Academy
Colo
Lester D. Gabriel
Osceola
Gabriel
Albert A. Gabriels
OHS
Air Force
County historical society showcases flood of dolls display
The Polk County Historical Society held a meeting at Mrs. Curtis Flodman’s home with 22 members and guests. More than 125 dolls were arranged, including a 90 year old wax doll owned by Minnie Hoffer and 70 plus year old dolls. Allegra Johnson displayed 40 world travel dolls and a turkey wishbone doll. A spring show may be planned. the Nov. 21 meeting will be at Osceola City Hall for a gun show with old or unusual firearms invited.
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The
Polk Co. Historical Society
Curtis Flodman
Minnie Hoffer
Allegra Johnson
Turkey
Osceola City Hall
Historical Society
Mildred Flodman
Red Males to Speak Here on November 18
Soil conservation district spokesmen announce banker Red Males from Cheyenne Oklahoma will speak here Nov 18 about reviving a declining rural economy to thrift and prosperity. Time and place to be announced. Osceola PTA set 8 p m Wed Oct 30 in grade school for All-State and United Nations updates.
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Soil Conservation District
Cheyenne
Okla
Osceola Pta
Orval Eikenhorst
United Nations
Annie Jeffrey Memorial Hospital Hospital News
Dismissed and transferred list of patients and guardians from Annie Jeffrey Memorial Hospital. Names span Osceola Shelby Stromsburg Polk Silver Creek Litchfield and David City with multiple discharge and transfer updates for residents and infants.
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Annie Jeffrey Memorial Hospital Hospital News
Sunrise and Sunset Times for Areas Near Norfolk
The article provides sunrise and sunset times for regions just north or south of Norfolk with a note on minor adjustments for areas to the east or west. It explains to subtract one minute for every 13 miles east and to add one minute for every 13 miles west.
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Norfolk
Osceola Flood Control Plan Emerges From Study
Osceola city leaders heard from Roy G. Schwamb of the U S Army Engineers District on flood control options. He noted federal aid exists but questioned a full federal project here, urging gradual channel clearance, bank stabilization, bridge improvements, and pursuing a watershed district with a dam that could provide recreation. The council accepted the report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osceola City
Roy G. Schwamb
Kansas City, Mo
U. S. Army Engineers Dist
Osceola
Schwamb
Polk County 4-H Banquet Honors Leaders and Guests
The seventeenth annual 4-H banquet hosted by Polk County bankers runs Wednesday evening October 30 at Polk community hall. Kenneth Stewart hosts with Eldon Johnson greeting guests. Rev. Joseph Hu speaks on A Glimpse of China. 125 guests expected from five banks. Gary Garey and Shirley Huggler present awards for 2 and 5 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polk County
4-H Club
Community Hall
Polk
Kenneth Stewart
Citizens State Bank of Polk
Eldon Johnson
Joseph Hu
Immanuel Lutheran Church of
Near Polk
China
Gary Garey
Shirley Huggler
The
Trinity Luthan Church
Polk 4
Hunters urged to douse fires during dry fall
A joint statement by the game commission and University of Nebraska extension forestry service warns hunters to avoid fires as drought makes fields and timbered areas extremely dry. They urge care with matches and cigarettes to protect lives, property, and wildlife. Osceola Chamber of Commerce plans a Monday meeting October 28 at the L and M Cafe with a 7 p.m. dinner. business session follows at City Hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Game Commission
University of Nebraska Extension Forestry Service
M. O. Steen
Commission
Osceola Chamber of Commerce
City Hall
Polk Cubs Bludgeon Osceola 26 to 7 in Home Victory
Polk opened with a 7-0 lead and rolled to a 26-7 win over Osceola. Max Kroeger scored twice including a 16 yard TD setup from a fumbled punt. Dennis Sealey added a 68 yard scoring play. The final home game is tonight against Palmer with Genoa next Friday at 8 p.m.
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Polk
Osceola
Cubs
Bulldogs
Max Kroeger
Dennis Sealey
Pay
Craig Monson
Leon Johnson
Ken Bowe
Jim Peterson
Palmer
Genoa
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Howe
Terri
Timmy
Fran Howe
Billy Howe
Gregg
Florida
Harold Klingman
Ray Wagner
A. C. Schott
Roy Glasser, Jr
Levert Oquist
Myron Jones
John Ellis
Harry Hennings
County Extension Office
Floyd Frizzell
Sion
Agnes Timm
Larry D. Kallenbach
USN
Harold D. Kallenbach
Ozbourn
U. S
Pacific
Washington
British Columbia
Lester Gabriel
County Historical Society
Floyd Moore
Roy Ericson
Mmes, Ericson
Nuquist
Flodman
McFadden
Miss Hendrickson
PTA
DeVerne H. Johnson
Thomas B. Horgeshimer
Woodriver
Gayle FE. Larson
James A. Becher
Columbus
Genevieve Zoucha
Creighton B. Anderson
Thompson E. Barnet
Gus L. Umpress
Tex
Avon G. Terry
Frank E. Rambo
Omaha
Janet Hiemer
Jill Hiemer
Edna Stunkel
Sam Wyman
Richard Davis
Robert Lux
Shelby Joe Lindblade
Ray Cada
Shelby Dennis Emmons
Kenneth Scholz
Ralph Wait
Sally Rurup
Wilbur Olson
Rudolf Sandin
Dorothy Scott
Selma Nordberg
Will Kroger
Edward Sarow
Silver Creek
Linda Schott
Terri Howe
Ricky Graham
Alvin Rystrom
Douglas Moon
Pamela Marak
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