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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1971
Page
2
Osceola Nebraska beginning as The Homesteader in 1872 by H T Arnold. Kathleen A Howe editor announces rates four dollars in state five outside, ten cent single copy. sustains National Editorial Association and American Newspaper Representatives. Quote from Edmund Burke.
Public notice lists subscription options and rates with durations from four to nine months. It notes expired status indicated by a red cross and urges renewal, detailing single copy and obituary poetry per line charges, advertising by inch, and annual subscription prices for Nebraska and other locations.
In the Matter of the Estate of Bertha M. Bahr Deceased a petition has been filed for final settlement heirship inheritance taxes fees and commissions distribution and discharge to be heard October 4 1971 at 100 oclock A M in Polk County Nebraska Judge Eldon R Johnson seals notice dated September 9 1971.
Polk County Nebraska commissioners approve the 1971 budget and levies, set bond for Annie Jeffrey Memorial Hospital trustee, and adjourn. At a later session bids open for a bridge with Husker Steel of Columbus winning at 30 938 60. Delinquent tax report reviewed. Verlin Gronlund appointed Special Deputy Sheriff.
The Blue River Extension Club met September 3 with all 12 members present. Donna Hopwood reported on Achievement Day on October 11 in Shelby. Officers were elected: Ramona Smith president, Mariette Peters vice president, Zelma Rathje treasurer, Sharon Rathje secretary, Marleen Rolene courtesy chair, Monica Tordy news reporter. The group set lessons for the year and revealed Secret Sisters. Doris Shonka led the Christmas lesson It's Beginning To Look a Lot Like Christmas. Next meeting October 1 at Doris Shonka's.
Miss Darcie Murphy and Terry Lee McMeekin wed Friday August 27 at 7 in Judge Phillip B. Hillarm's garden in Denver. The bride wore a yellow embroidered batiste gown. Attendants included Wayne Reicher Burke Phelps and Steven Olson. Parents are Sgt and Mrs J C Murphy of Omaha and the late Keith McMeekin. The couple plan residence at Regal Apartments Denver after a reception in Shelby marking the Brighams silver anniversary.
A five day line up lists meals for September 20 to 24 with items such as scalloped potatoes and cottage cheese on Monday and beef stew on Tuesday. Other dishes include fried chicken steak, casserole, sausage patties, and assorted sides plus milk or juice.
Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Massie hosted Saturday evening dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Don Byers in Osceola, sharing a social evening and companionship.
Washington observers report broad public acceptance of Nixon’s order to freeze prices wages and rents though union leaders led by AFL CIO chief Meany denounce the plan as discriminatory. Mediation chiefs urge end to strikes and, with talks in key industries, bargaining may continue but no wage hikes until after November 12.
The Osceola Record reports on the Nixon administration’s 90 day wage price and rent freeze and the creation of a Cost of Living Council led by John Connally. It outlines legislative paths, key players like Wilbur Mills and Russell Long, and the political stakes in Congress and public opinion.
Swede Home guests include Mr and Mrs DeVon Johnson and family at the Stanley Oquist home after the Polk Stromsburg game. Vernon Petersons visit Verlin Johnsons, while Jim Lundstroms spend Sunday with the Martin Lundstroms. Several families host and attend gatherings through the week including a ministerial picnic at Buckley Park.
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