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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1971
Page
2
The Osceola Record in Osceola Nebraska shows its origin as The Homesteader started in August 1872 by H. T. Arnold. It lists Kathleen A. Howe as editor, subscription rates of 4 dollars within Nebraska and 5 dollars outside, and notes affiliations with national editor groups. A Burke quotation appears on the page.
Redcross symbol indicates expired subscription. Readers urged to renew now with rates listed as $1.50 and $2.50.
Polk County Board meets at 10:00 a.m. with all members present. A motion asks the state to transfer 26813 dollars in unused Federal-Aid funds to Polk County. A blanket bond for Welfare Office employees is approved. Next meeting set for October 19, 1971. Claims audited include salaries and supplies. Notice of probate for Fred E. Wieseman estate set for November 15, 1971.
Merle C Dearborn longtime Osceola native died September 24 in Hemet California where he had resided for years He was born December 26 1893 son of Gertrude Dearborn and brother of Dorothy Dearborn Mrs Dearborn built the house later occupied by Robert Sigler Jr He worked in the auto business after high school and moved to California with his mother and sister in the 1920s He is survived by his wife Rose Services were held September 27 at the Old World Chapel with Rev Dean Nauman officiating and burial followed at the San Diego Mausoleum
From Our Files dated October 26 1906 Harold Ware is named the new helper at the depot replacing C B Pottet Miss Flossie Hartman accepts a bookkeeper position at Rystrom Implement Co Polk circulates a petition to pave streets and remove hitch racks George Bennett the tailor travels to Central City to join his Genoa family for housekeeping at Judge Campbells Ridge Marion and Lawrence Shaw return from Lincoln with medical need after rib injuries in football practice Rev Embree district superintendent of University Place arrives to lead quarterly conference at Methodist Church.
The Clear Creek Homemakers Club held a bowling party at Osceola Bowl for its October meeting and then gathered at Mrs. Bill Johansen's home. The Osceola Post Office walls near completion with exterior work due this week. Lisa Dene arrived October 20 weighing 3 lbs 12 oz to Mr. and Mrs. Harold Davis. The Platte Valley Association for Retarded Children schedules an open house and dedication October 29 at the Columbus Opportunity Center. Kepners Funeral Home unveils a Tennessee marble front after two months of renovation, adding seating and modern features. Susie M. Tilley's public auction is set for November 1.
Linda L Zelazny and Samuel L Bialas married at St Peter Catholic Church Clarks in a noon Mass officiated by Rev Joseph Kaup. The couple plans to reside in Fullerton after a reception for 500 guests at Pioneer Ballroom Silver Creek.
In a Lincoln Creek Lutheran Church ceremony, Miss Minnie Erks and Le Roy Brown wed. Also noted: Margaret Huston joins Wesley Players. Mrs Rhodes and daughter return from Iowa City. Woman’s Club waffles at Miss Neela Miller’s. obituary for Nathan Elledge. local popcorn and snack stand ad.
Thirty years ago Miss Lucille Larson of Central City and Paul Schmoker married October 18 at the Presbyterian parsonage in Lincoln. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Schmoker. Dr. R. B. Lytle sold his Osceola dental practice to Dr. C. R. Peterson of Beatrice and will depart for Washington DC for Navy duty. Orville Jones and students visited relatives here over the weekend. A shower was held at Valley Church for Miss Maxine Dunn who will wed John Ringel in Omaha November 4. Agnes Appleton wed Raymond Poland at Swede Home Church on October 23.
Mr and Mrs Gilbert Johnson observed their 20th anniversary on October 31. A farewell party was held at the Methodist Church basement on October 22 for Mr and Mrs Arthur Deeter who are moving to Omaha.
Shelby High dominated Monroe as Virgil Crumley scored a 46 yard TD and Craig Gertsch added three TDs on 42 yard runs. Gertsch, Urkoski, and Edmison led a strong defense while Monroe's 18 points were not enough. Next up Rising City hosts Monroe. Shelby welcomes Marquette.
Mrs. Jane Munson advises both new and old furnaces need a prewinter inspection. Check burner flame color, pilot system function, smoke pipe, and chimney obstructions. Inspect blower belt for wear, adjust tension, oil if needed, and replace or clean the air filter twice yearly.
The writer praises volunteer firefighters who respond to calls risking their lives while criticizing fund drives. They urge appreciation and occasional donations to support the department and keep insurance costs down for the community, citing selfless service.
Osceola and surrounding communities celebrate family events. The Leimser Johanne s wedding on Oct 9 draws many relatives from Creston, Columbus and Richland. The Kresha and Hahn families attend confirmations and showers, with weddings and birthdays noted across multiple towns.
OSCEOLA NEWS notes Sunday dinner guests at the Charles Huggler family home in Bene dict were Mr. and Mrs. Fred Huggler. Mrs. Robert Cator of Aberdeen Washington visiting her mother Mrs. Frances Camp in Columbus and Mrs. Cator's mother Mrs. George McMeekin at the Samaritan Home were Saturday guests of Mrs. Delmar McFadden.
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