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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1930
Page
1
Osceola merchants launch a two day monthly sale drive to boost trade with no strings on discounts. Listings include Mun sing Hose 1.00, radio set 5.00, shirts 9c, dresses 69c, peanut butter 21c, tire 4.85, and other bargain offers as part of a broader push to make the city a buying hub.
John Swan Anderson died after a brief illness at 12 20 a m on September 10 1930. He was born June 21 1846 in Smaland Sweden and emigrated to Missouri in 1888 before moving to Lincoln Nebraska then Polk and Hamilton counties. He married Hettie Carlson October 18 1879 and the couple celebrated their golden anniversary last year. Survivors include his wife four sons Alvin Lebert William and Ansel four daughters and twenty four grandchildren. Funeral services were held September 14 at the home and Fridhem Lutheran church in Hordville.
The Royal Neighbors Kensington met last Tuesday with Mrs Howard Thatcher in Shelby with about thirty five present and three visitors. Members and visitors included Hettie Smith of Newkirk and other Shelby area residents. A busy social report notes visits, family news, and local outings over the weekend.
The piece credits J Sterling Morton and early pioneers for large scale tree planting in Nebraska, noting rainfall increases and new bird life tied to reforestation. It cites George H Barnes of the American Green Cross and reports Nebraska’s farming revenue and climate improvements linked to arbor efforts, followed by local obituaries and community notices from Stromsburg and Osceola about residents, sales, and events.
Nebraska's corn production is projected at about 226 million bushels for the year with an average yield after drought damage. Edward Flynn of Burlington Lines West predicts a transportation boom as corn, sugar, and flour movements strain rail facilities. He expects fall business in Nebraska to surpass even 1928 expansion and notes a car shortage as key to the surge.
Electric wiring and fixtures of all kinds advertised by W. A. at Crouse-Tex with contact. FOR SALE A 1926 Ford Roadster in good condition offered by W. W. Norton.
Irene Wagner reports the Osceola 4 H Sewing club met at the Charles Sargent home Friday morning at 6 30 for a picnic. Mr Sargent built the fire to roast pies and marshmallows. After breakfast a few games followed and then everyone went home. A very enjoyable time was spent.
Osceola High opens Little Ten play with a depleted lineup as Nyquist, Herrmann, Lewis, and Yeltman deal with injuries and graduation tradeoffs. Deland may miss action due to a sick family. a scrimmage against Silver Creek showed ragged play as Clark’s rivals approach the season.
Rev Collier is returned to Osceola for a fifth year, the longest tenure among local appointed ministers. The article lists prior assignments: Stromsburg Greens Chapel C V Powell Polk. Shelby Wesley Chapel C R Peterson. Fairview Valley E B Maxey Swede Plains G I Friday. Herrmann moved from Shelby Wesley Chapel to Ong Nebraska. H A Taylor from Albion to Tecumseh. W W Hull back to St Edwards.
Enrollment at the University of Nebraska shows only slight variation from last year. After the first week, 5,173 students registered versus 5,442 a year ago, a difference of 269. Graduate students have until October 4 to choose courses. 971 applicants at the College of Medicine saw 340 admitted. Freshmen wear green caps as fraternities and sororities begin pledges during rush week and classes start.
A Nebraska firm with nearly 50 years in business seeks a man to call on farmers in Polk and Seward counties. Provide good references. sales experience not required. Investment is time and a car. For details write 1205 North 42 St., Lincoln. Bring poultry troubles to us. BACKLUND'S.
Relatives organized a surprise for Mr. and Mrs. Sam Cook of Osceola on Sunday September 21 as baskets and ice cream were shared. The couple received many pieces of fine china and enjoyed outdoor amusements on a sunny afternoon before guests returned home. Present from afar were Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Shebby of Lincoln and Miss Stella Landis of Kearney.
The Polk Woman's Club met at Mrs Chas Crew's home with Rev A E Carlson visiting relation s from Woodriver. Many local residents and relatives were listed in attending visits and events including church choirs, picnics, and hospital stays.
Rev. John M Herrmann is transferred by the Methodist Conference to Ong and Rev Pengalley of Sprague joins the Wesley Chapel charge. The piece lists visits, family events, travel, and neighbors in the Wesley Chapel area including Osceola, Columbus, Shelby, Rising City, and Grand Island along with local business notice for Backlund's produce pricing.
Dr. A A Wurtz dentist operates from an office over the First National Bank. Phone number listed as 7 for appointments.
John J. Kepner 81 a longtime Grand Island resident died at his home after an extended illness. Born April 27 1849 near Port Royal Pennsylvania he came to Nebraska in 1871 homesteading near Osceola. He later lived in Arcadia and Ord before moving to Grand Island nineteen years ago. He was active in the Osceola Presbyterian church and later in the First Baptist church of Grand Island and belonged to Masonic and Woodmen lodges. He married Margaret Randolph November 7 1870 and had two sons Samuel Kepner of Grand Island and another son who died young. He is survived by two brothers a sister and one grand daughter. Funeral services were held at the First Baptist Church Grand Island with interment in Osceola cemetery.
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