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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1919
Page
5
A column dabbles in Victory Liberty Loan promotion while skits joke about dancing for victory funds. It notes Leap Year next, May baskets returning, and references a Hastings Tribune quote on schooners and post July law changes. The piece teases civic notices and a satirical deportation remark.
The David City Banner notes that Australian ballots will reveal voters’ lower lips at three feet distance while voting. The Bellwood Gazette comments on new skirts for women with two waist lines, noting versatility in wearing either end.
A government campaign urges support for the Victory Liberty Loan. It argues thousands of able soldiers became cripples and now face reeducation and employment through public funds. Citizens are asked to lend money at a fair rate to cover expenses.
The David City Banner argues the Council of Defense is gone but Uncle Sam remains. On the 4th, citizens must choose to loan money or face compulsion, warning that avoiding the issue will not help and urging decisive action.
The piece notes holders of registered bonds received checks from Washington for interest due. It exalts Uncle Sam bonds as a solid savings choice with good interest, stressing the public benefit of funding to oppose military autocracy and support national defense.
An editorial urges readers to support the war effort by purchasing liberty bonds at good rates, warning that tax burdens will rise to finish the war. It asks if citizens will loan funds to the government or donate, and urges a reasonable decision.
Chas Monson a well known farmer died April 10 1919 after illness. Born September 7 1847 in Djurrafall Linderas Sweden he came to America in 1878 settling first in Illinois then Nebraska. He married Ida Peterson April 2 1885 and left six sons and two daughters John Peter Carl Oscar Gusty Albert Emil Magnus Arthur Emanuel Joseph Victor Annie Caroline Myrtle Olivia and his widow survive with siblings in Sweden and Blue Springs Nebraska plus other relatives.
We thank the many kind friends and neighbors who assisted us willingly during our recent bereavement. Your kindness is greatly appreciated. Mrs. Chas. Monson and family.
The Baptist church choir presented a moving Easter program on Sunday April 20 despite using rehearsal spaces at members homes due to church renovations. The performance featured spiritual and classical works, highlighted by No Hope Beyond sung by Mrs. Pollock and Mr. Alfred, and praised for the choir’s strong execution and faithful effort.
President Wilson cabled Senator Hitchcock retiring chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee thanking him for a message that the country favors the League of Nations. Hitchcock's note followed the league covenant revision and referenced the Monroe Doctrine. The president said the message cheers and encourages him and brightens prospects for the league.
Walter Lewis came home Tuesday from Burwell where he had taken his cattle for the summer.
Dr. G. L. Spencer has resigned as secretary of the school board. Miss Olive Mahood traveled to Columbus to stay over Sunday. C C. Low and D B Carter visited Carroll Munday on business. Sheriff Potter was in Polk on official business Wednesday afternoon.
One fresh milk cow with calf by her side and a yearling Shorthorn bull offered by Polk. Contact Polk at 202.
Foreclosure action filed by Farmers State Bank against inguizedf party seeks sale of a property. Court records indicate a legal proceeding and impending auction. Public notice cites names and case details available from the bank and county clerk.
Large Navy Beans 100 cents per pound offered at Arborville store. Bank of Polk advertises hail insurance fixed out. A. G. Lindburg's receives a car of Black and Rock Salt. Variety store window shows variety of plans. Big Firemen s Ball Monday Night features music for dancers.
The Odd Fellows plan a Centennial Celebration in Polk Auditorium on Sunday afternoon April 27 at 8:00. Rev. Bryant Howe and Rev. Harvey will speak. all welcome. The Highlander Castle inducted six candidates Tuesday evening including Anna Halverson Blanche Sedam Edith Nelson Mildred Nelson and Mrs Hartman, with a light lunch following.
Multiple one hog cement troughs offered by H G Brauer described as suitable for brood sows.
For Sale two good work horses offered by H. L. Stankel. Also note Bank of Polk for bail insurance. Announcement of Diamonds and Hearts at Auditorium Friday evening April 25. Seth S. Piper returned home from Arcadia and Broken Bow. J W Olson witnessed a war tank performing at David City last week with notable stunts.
Arbor Day activities include tree planting by Commissioner Hanquist in the parks. Arbor Day observations involve Parh Polk and locality preparing for the Baptist state convention in Grand Island. M M Boles returns to David City after several days of Highlander Castle work. Postmaster McGaffin receives a $220 Victory Note from Quillen. Mrs Joshua Cox and daughter Emily of York visit relatives. A junior high drama event at an auditorium Friday night April 2 is announced. Jack's drug store features wall paper gardening seeds and floral goods with Hipolite's Dream Station offering flour and feed.
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