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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1929
Page
2
Nebraska plan upgrades small-town newspaper circulation checks
Nebraska journalists adopt a state plan to audit circulation for smaller papers. An auditor visits publishers to verify data and compile reports sent to advertising agencies, fueling space allowances. About 87 newspapers already participate with growth expected nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Nebraska
Ole Buck
State Newspaper Association
West Coast
Newspaper Association
Buck
South Dakota
North Dakota
Colorado
Michigan
Washington
Missouri
East Nebraska Business Is Good
Omaha bankers and grain men say eastern Nebraska is in the Good Business area per Nation's Business for September and La Salle extension forecast. High wheat and corn crop and strong livestock market boost the outlook across eastern Nebraska and nearby regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Omaha
National Chamber of Commerce
la Salle Extension University
Chicago
Iowa
South Dakota
la Salle Bulletin
Lincoln Purchase For VFishine Pond Public Fishing Grounds
The state game and park board authorized purchase of a 90 acre tract between Louisville and the Platte river for public fishing. Price set at 50 dollars per acre totaling about 4500 dollars. land owned by Lyman Richey Sand Co of Omaha. Water bodies range three to thirty feet deep and will be stocked from state hatcheries with a caretaker during summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Lincoln
Platte River
State Game and Park Board
Capitol
Lyman- Richey Sand Co
Omaha
Fremont
Missouri River bridge near Plattsmouth under rapid construction
Construction on a new vehicular bridge across the Missouri River at Plattsmouth progresses quickly. A new road on the Nebraska side will begin soon, and on the Iowa side a new approach is nearing completion. Both routes are expected to be finished with the bridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri Bridge
Plattsmouth
Missouri River
Nebraska
Iowa
Dedication of Old Trail Marker at Nebraska City Fort Kearney Route
In a ceremony with officers from patriotic groups and many locals, the Nebraska Historical Society received the first marker for the old Nebraska City Fort Kearney cut off trail. The stone replica marks the Deepwell ranch relay well from sixty years ago, with a stone curb and cement bucket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aurora
Nebraska Historical Society
Hamilton
Nebraska City
Fort Kearney
Historical Society
Deepwell Ranch
Funeral services for George Washington dated 1800 Gazette
Mrs. D. C. Simmons of Salem owns a copy of the Ulster County Gazette dated January 4 1800 with a Georgetown dateline describing funeral services and burial for George Washington the first president of the United States. The paper has been in her family for years and was found by her son Gilbert in a musty book once belonging to the late D. C. Simmons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem Salem
D. C. Simmons
Salem
Ulster County
New York
George Washington
United States
Grape Growers Fear Bootleggers Sighting Near North Platte
Don Parrish from Peru who left Council Bluffs with a truckload of 1500 baskets of grapes bound for North Platte was missing for days. Searchers found him repairing his truck on the highway a few miles from North Platte. Police feared bootleggers might have hijacked the load. Parrish said his truck broke down at Lexington and again near North Platte.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
Don Parrish
Peru
Council Bluffs, Ja
Grave Growers Association
North Platte
Don
Parrish
Lexington
World Series interest and historic battles across leagues
Fans show high demand for the world series with premium ticket prices and scalper activity. The article recalls past clashes between Cubs and Athletics and lists series results from 1903 to 1927, noting notable figures and managers while tracing the evolution of the World Series through early baseball history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. H. Crowell
Cubs
Athletics
Giants
Cap Anson
Charlie Comiskey
St. Louis Browns
Comiskey
Pants” Rowland
John McGraw
McGraw
Connie Mack
Miller Huggins
Yankees
Huggins
Frank Chance
Fielder Jones
Chicago
Brush
Boston Red Sox
National Commission
Boston
A. L
Pittsburgh
N. L
New York
Philadelphia
State news highlights and local notes from August items
Final figures show August gasoline tax receipts totaling 843055, a state record for a month based on July shipments. Page couple R K Stevens celebrate 51st wedding anniversary at home with 30 relatives. Holt county and Nebraska ties noted. O Neill juvenile band formed under Dr C H Lubber and Rev O R Fortune. 25 youth practice weekly. Paving crews complete first segment of highway 75 from Omaha to Union. next lap toward Murray and Plattsmouth. Omaha school term opens with 47000 children and 1500 teachers. Veteran lawyer John Lee Webster dies at 82 in Omaha, famed for eloquence and arts. O Neill girl Pauline Dusatko, 15, undergoes jaw reconstruction after lockjaw. mouth function restored. Lyell Hunt fatally injured in a fall into a well at Robbers Cave near Lincoln during state fair. vertebra fracture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyell C. Hunt
West Point
Robber’s Cave
Lincoln
Lightning Strikes Plainview Home No Injuries Reported
The residence of George W. Kirk in Plainview was struck by lightning. The bolt traveled down the chimney and blew soot from the furnace and stoves. It diffused in the kitchen, melting spots in a zinc covered table, causing minor brick loosening but no injuries or further damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Kirk
Plainview
Aerial funeral held for William Kearnes in Auburn
A funeral for 17 year old student flier William Kearnes was conducted in Auburn after a fatal plane crash near Rapid City South Dakota. His body was flown from Maryville Missouri by a tri motor aircraft escorted by two supporters and pallbearers were six aviators from Rapid City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auburn
Wiliam Kearnes
Rapid City
S. D
Maryville
John Kearnes
Rescued in Sand Pit Lake Near Fremont
Lieutenant Clara Haupt of the Fremont Salvation Army corps and Goldie M. Carter were saved from drowning at Sand Pit Lake near Fremont by 16 year old Ralph Mollen who happened to pass by and hear cries for help. Haupt, unable to swim, ventured into deep water and pulled Carter under before the rescuer arrived.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara Haupt
Fremont Salvation Army Corps
Goldie M.carter
Sandpit Lake
Fremont Recenty
Ralph Mollen
Haupt
Miss Carter
Land sales near West Point reveal varied parcels and prices
Henry Bargmen’s 81 acre improved tract near West Point sold to John Munderloh for 16000 with possession set March 1. Chris Hunke sells 160 acres to Frank Lemm at 192 50 per acre. the unimproved land has 35 years of rental and Hunke had purchased it two years earlier from Henry Hein for 167 per acre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Bargmen
West Point
John Munderloh
Chris Hunke
Frank Lemm
Mr. Hunke
Henry Hein
Stromsburg Wins High School Construction Underway
Work on Stroms burg s new high school building progresses with a $100 000 cost and a major contract awarded to Atwater Construction Co of Grand Island. Bonds for the project were purchased by First National Bank of York for 98 000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stromsburg
Atwater Construction Co
Grand Island
First National Bank of York
North Platte postal workers win top prize at air mail show
North Platte postal employees captured first prize in the individual exhibits section of the national air mail flower show held in Milwaukee Wisconsin in conjunction with the national convention of letter carriers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Platte
Postal
National Air Mail
Milwaukee
Wis
Drought Stings Greeley County Crops, Corn Seen Low
In Greeley county crops are fair despite dry conditions. Corn yields likely cap at sixty percent of normal. Only a light shower since early July, while small grain gives fair returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greeley County
Golden wedding for Mr and Mrs Frank Steuter of West Point
Mr and Mrs Frank Steuter of West Point celebrated their golden wedding. They have lived near West Point for 45 years and were joined by ten children and 26 grandchildren who helped honor the occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Steuter
West Point
Steuter
Baseball News Roundup Highlights 1910s Stars and Moves
Notable notes include Rogers Hornsby contending for single season home run records, Ty Cobb scarce at majors games, Wes Ferrell rising as a young Cleveland pitcher, and Connie Mack reshuffling Athletics rosters. Reports cover trades, signings, minor league moves, and historic records across leagues.
Kearney Water Use Records Shattered
Water consumption in Kearney hit 57.6 million gallons last month, surpassing July by over 3 million gallons. City cuts water rates by half to promote lawn and garden watering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kearney
Ak-Sar-Ben four-calf show to unfold in Omaha
The Ak-Sar-Ben affair promises a four-calf show in Omaha on November 6 and 7 with H J Gramlich as general superintendent. Nebraska 4-H youths are expected to attend from across the state to show price calves as part of the Diamond Jubilee events. Madison County won last year as premium money totals $50,000 for livestock exhibitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
H. J. Gramlich
Nebraska
Madison County
Brick Ties In Metal Inlaying Mineral Sheathing
Incombustible mineral sheathing allows brick veneer to be tied with metal ties nailed into the gypsum composition. Large tongue and groove panels seal walls against wind and reduce furnace heat loss.
Wrought Iron Finds Place in Home Decoration
Wrought iron has become increasingly important in home decoration and in the plan of the modern house. It now appears in lighting fixtures grill doors and furnishings such as telephone sets console tables coffee tables and small chairs.
Narrow Flooring Reduces Shrinkage With Narrow Pieces
The article argues narrow flooring minimizes shrinkage and cupping during drying, noting tighter across width reduces movement and improves stability when workmanship and materials are sound.
Storage Needs Drive Home Comfort and Stability
Editorial urges prioritizing essential utilities and solid structure in new homes while ensuring ample storage and closet space for household efficiency. It highlights heating plumbing and reliable construction alongside practical storage needs for modern living.
Hospitable Front Doors in Traditional House Design
The article argues entrances should be inviting and harmonized with the building rather than centered. It notes modern homes often have too small doorways and contrasts them with the generous doorways of older houses that rise to near second-story window sills, giving a welcoming impression.
Special varnish needed for all outside work
A special grade of varnish costs a little more than ordinary varieties and is required for exterior home projects. It is manufactured to withstand weather, resisting heat and cold to protect wood and prevent whitening.
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Jim Woodfin
Robert Weiland
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Western Association
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Dame Nature
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