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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1948
Page
8
In a rural kitchen scene Uncle Joe braves a cold night in a night shirt to confront thieves suspected of stealing chickens. He ends up stuck on a rooster roost as Aunt Martha rescues him with humor and practical warmth, ending with hot water bottles.
The Gaines Dog Research Center notes sled dogs remain essential for land and sea ice travel in the Arctic with Eskimos trappers traders mail carriers explorers and police relying on them. The Army used teams for salvage rescue travel and freight in World War II finding them indispensable where motor vehicles fail. The article highlights four breeds Alaskan Malamute Eskimo Siberian Husky and Samoyede and recalls the 1925 Nome diphtheria serum dash led by Gunnar Kasson and lead dog Balto covering 665 miles in 54% days, Balto later honored with a Central Park statue.
The Gaines Dog Research Center in New York City offers two proven methods to stop a dog from pursuing cars. One uses a driver and assistant with a whip or loud command to deter the chase. the other employs a squirt gun with ammonia water to create an unpleasant association with the behavior.
Osceola Nebraska February 3 1948 county board meets in regular session with all members present. Claims audited and warrants issued for county funds including General Bridge Equipment and Soldiers Relief. A resolution forgives old age assistance for Kathryn Brazee and approves a $500 settlement for Charles C Stettner estate. A protest on tax on Lot Four blocked by Sacred Heart Church is resolved with refund. Newborn La Verne Carl Blase announced.
Mr and Mrs Charles Hastert observed their fiftieth wedding anniversary at home on February 3 with two to five open house. Relatives and friends called to extend greetings as refreshments were served beside a three tiered cake and gold 50 decorations. Their children presented gifts and telegrams while neighbors and relatives sent flowers and cards.
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