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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1929
Page
1
A reflective piece recalls past fashion and social expectations. It laments paper and celluloid collars, self washing, and clothing modesty while noting harsher debts and fashion trends like moustache cups and copper-toed boots for boys.
Fragmented notes allege rumors about women fattening for some unseen end. The piece hints at social blame and gossip, focusing on public perception and moral panics over body image.
A report notes unusually strong winds last Saturday morning, described as very high wind, impacting residents including Mr and Mrs Walter Johnson. The article mentions their baby has been ill for several days, reflecting broader local struggles during the wind event.
The American Tobacco Company plans to spend over 12 million dollars in 1929 on Lucky Strike and other brands to meet fierce competition. executives say advertising is essential even for cigarettes and that heavy ad investment pays off for both large firms and small businesses.
An officer of the Public Health Service says colds cause 51 percent of workplace absences across industries. The issue is blamed on unlearned sneezing etiquette and the need for better hygiene practices.
The Arborville Sunday school held its annual officer election. The Arboville church reports officers Cre W Cookle secretary Arthur Emken treasurer Floyd Merchant pianist Margie Emken assistant pianist and Mrs W J Fisher. A baby was born to Mrs and Mrs Rasphond Johnson at Holyoke Colorado on January 2. The body of a deceased person was transported to Polk for funeral services. The text also mentions a sale of sale bills for John Elving Chas Lindahl and Li A Kuhler.
Mesdames A W Shafer and R L Peterson hosted sixteen members of the Polk Woman's Club last Friday. President Mrs P J Garten led the business session with talks on civic improvement. A new member, Mrs Karl Olson, joined. Mrs Walter Taylor spoke on The Orchestra and Its Instruments. A two course lunch followed and the group adjourned to meet January 25 at Mrs W H Pollock's home.
A Chicago newspaper profiles David Burke of Lawrence Mass noting his wife runs a family of ten on $40 weekly. The piece highlights frugal budgeting and disciplined planning as she manages daily tasks without charity, portraying strength and health in a large household.
A man named Polkman contemplates leaving town to spite the authorities but realizes he cannot be happy ruling a city through rash actions. He reflects on cooler moments and the consequences of quick decisions.
A cheeky tale notes A Lucky Chap and Young Coolidge amid a tale of a girl who won t marry in the White House and won t pawn the phonograph to keep up with the Joneses in a light domestic vignette.
Weather report shows 95 degrees, down from last Saturday. Community notices include public sales by Joe Swanson and Clifford Wurtz with bills and ads, local travels to Lincoln and York, funeral attendance, school and church events, teacher exams in Osceola, and upcoming Don Q showing at Viking.
A mosaic of 1929 culture and commentary touches on subscriptions, prices, and fashions. Mentions Herbert Hoover, radio stations, Christmas ties, and a climate of optimism amid humor about politics and travel. Social notes include visits by W. P. Miller and Ed. Larson to Central City and C. W. Hill visiting York.
Dr Mulford of the New Jersey Medical Society urges men to abandon collars and wear V necked shirts with short sleeves and knee length pants to gain vigor and longevity. He argues sun exposure builds healthy males while women’s lighter dress already aids vitality. The World Herald notes his year end health resolution call.
The piece notes Uncle Sami now holds more than 40 percent of the world’s stock of old coins. It observes his growing inventory and hints that more yellow metal keeps arriving, as other nations must leave their hoards with him despite preference.
A waitress from a quick hunch counter won by a neck in a recent event described as a petting marathon in Chimand. Officials hope there will be no further endurance contests of this character as weeks of hugging could dampen temper among participants.
A Danville Illinois newspaper notes a corn stalk paper print trend and argues a yearly corn crop could substitute for wood pulp in newsprint. The piece contrasts corn fiber with wood pulp and suggests potential for a reliable supply of paper.
The High Prairie Schools alumni gathered in the auditorium Friday to discuss the annual meeting and future events. Spring Prof Rudolph Samuelson spoke on the necessity of a new gymnasium. Many members and several visitors attended, followed by refreshments and a social hour.
Charlotte replies Donia should be ready for life’s battles after four engagements. The exchange presents a social verdict on marriage prospects and endurance.
Brief exchange hints at plans disrupted by a note misplaced in a pocket. A wife reassures that she has the matter covered and no trouble is needed as the husband contemplates an unforeseen absence.
Subscriptions offered for all Daily papers at the Progress office. Dr Bruce L. Ross advertises painless pile treatment near Over Empress Theatre in Central City Nebraska. Wheat shipping costs show Nebraska 3983 cents per bushel to Liverpool versus Argentine 2774 and Australia 36. river highways would fix parity via Missouri and Mississippi for sea freight, per York Republican.
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