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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1973
Page
7
A narrative weather summary details a stretch of frigid days from February 13 to 19. It notes heavy snowfall, subfreezing highs, shifts to warmer afternoons, and forecasts of improvement as temperatures oscillated from single digits to the mid thirties.
Dr and Mrs Doyle Gustafson hosted overnight guests from Omaha Debbie and Elise plus visits to Reuben Gustafson in Hornville. Hastings couple Gerald and Jeff Branting visited Clifford Branting, with Clarence Munn from Central City for lunch. Robbie Glasser from Lincoln stayed with Roy Glasser Jr. Mary Monson and Nola Gustafson visited Bodine home with Emma Johnson and Hannah Bodine. Elsie Burgeson and Nora Gustafson visited L. T. Johnson home at Auroras.
Osceola Nebraska February 13 1973 the Board of County Commissioners meets with Engineer James McMeekin to plan one and six year road plans for 1973 A public meeting on the road plans is set for February 27 1973 The board adjourns at 4 30 P M to meet again February 20 1973 An agenda will be available at the County Clerk's office Visitors James Brazda Sr home noted Mr and Mrs Orville Wittler were visitors Wednesday evening.
The Clark McNary Tree program lists the largest selection yet with bare root trees priced at 8.50 plus tax for in person pickup at the Nebraska National Forest in Halsey and 9.50 plus tax for mailing. Orders are from Polk County Extension or the Soil Conservation Service and will be filled in early April. Certain species are already unavailable, so order soon.
The Odds and Ends 4-H Club met February 13 at Robert Willits home to organize this year and elect officers. Kathy Bender was chosen President, Allen Willits Vice President, Patti Bender Secretary, and Gregg Hanquist news reporter.
The Swede Plain WSCS met at the church on Wednesday afternoon February 14. President Mrs Donald Dahlin led the business meeting. Special music came from Mrs Elmer Garner Mrs Dan Garner and Mrs Robert Cly mer. Guest speaker Miss Catherine Marino of Fortaleza Brazil gave an informative talk. Hosts included Mrs Lennis Lind and Mrs Lyle Widga who led the program and refreshments.
Mrs Leonard Anderson and Alan attended a Wednesday noon luncheon at the home of Mrs Dean Anderson in Aurora for a reunion of former classmates. Mr Vern Eklund of Bradshaw joined supper guests of Mr and Mrs Clifford Branting Thursday. Mr James Lindburg and guest dined with Mr and Mrs Robert Lindburg Friday after their trip.
Polk County 4-H Council and Junior Leaders sponsor a Pie Social on Saturday February 24 at 7 30 P M at the Viking Center Stromsburg to raise funds for the District 44 Camp. Women and girls bring a pie in a plain container for auction. Men may take home uneaten pie. Everyone welcome.
The Park Avenue Birthday Club met at Sophia Klings home on a Friday afternoon in February. The gathering was social, followed by a delicious lunch prepared by the hostess.
Overhauled 1946 J D B tractor with good tires includes wagon hoist 18x7 grain drill and 3 row tool bar Hiller. Solid condition for sale.
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