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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1940
Page
1
The office of County Treasurer LeRoy M. Smith reports only 756 1940 plates issued by early this week, about one fourth of last year’s February 1 issuance. Most auto owners wait until late January to buy plates.
Paul Monson of Osceola was elected a committee man from this locality at a Fremont meeting last week where pork producers from across the state organized. The group aims to build demand for pork and pork products and urge retailers to feature and advertise their merits to consumers.
University of Nebraska recommends slow growing Ifybrid grass to Polk County farmers as a drought resistant perennial fodder between winter wheat and wild rye. Also called Michels grass, it has national publicity with seeds at about $1 per pound.
The American Legion Auxiliary met Monday afternoon January 8 at the home of Mrs Arnold Isaacson with Mrs Nettie Jones assisting. The treasurer reported a $15.21 balance and 21 paid up members. January was Legislation month and a drag was discussed. Ten members attended and were served a two course lunch by the hostesses.
Proceeds go to the President's Infantile Paralysis fund as the Polk Swedes meet the last high school team in a 7:30 regulation game at the high school gym. A Grudge Game features the old men versus old ladies for charity with admission 15 and 10 cents.
The Ladies Aid meets Thursday with Mrs Ellen Anderson and Mrs John Johnson to entertain. The Board of Administration will meet Thursday at 3 PM at the parsonage. Joseph Sward and Irene Jones leave Wednesday for Rock Island Minnesota to resume studies. Mr and Mrs Roger Headley, Mr and Mrs Ansel Fredrickson and Dale and LaVerne Fredrickson spent Sunday at the Beardsley home near Benedict. Mr and Mrs Ted Fitch of Lincoln were Sunday guests at the Walter Bush home.
County clerk figures for 1939 show fewer farm and city mortgages filed and released. Farm mortgages filed 127 for 432 531. released 137 for 656 863. City mortgages filed 25 for 28 900. released 34 for 55 301. Chattel mortgages filed 2613 for 1 525 473. released 1873 for 851 146. Thirteen sheriff deeds issued on farm property and 17 on city property in 1939.
Fire destroyed the York Livestock Commission Company pavilion Sunday morning. Firemen saved the company office. losses included hay feed grain saddles and harness plus twenty six hogs and three horses. Owner Roy Tucker said barns will be rebuilt.
Marvin Fredrickson was elected President of the Commercial Club succeeding Carl Steelquist at the annual meeting. Steelquist was nearly re elected but declined a third term. Max Peterson became Secretary Treasurer succeeding Leo Wurtz. EF. W. Davis was chosen Vice President with Carl Steelquist and Arnold Isaacson joining the five man advisory board. The group met at Schultz Cafe for dinner then adjourned to the fire station for an informal gathering. The annual report showing zero balance by Leo Wurtz was accepted and plans for the coming year discussed.
Community visitors from York Lincoln Ukiah and Hinxton connect with locals. A farewell surprise for Ratliff and Raymond precedes a move to Missouri to start an implement business. Church services postponed due to road conditions with Marlin Bedient leading worship next Sunday.
Fred Barratt of Lincoln visited at the Detloffs and left with Mrs Barratt after her week visiting. Missionary and church groups met at Detloffs and Sundbergs with various hosts and lessons. New officers were elected at the Lutheran Ladies Aid annual meeting. Dr. and Mrs. Lytle of Osceola dined with Olaf Alfred. Rosemary Crow from Omaha visited the Crow family.
The Osceola Record reports Ray C. Johnson the State Auditor delivered an audit to Polk County Board of Commissioners covering October 1, 1938 to June 30, 1939. Officials named include LeRoy M. Smith John I. Anderson T A Reece L M Merrick Gunnard Peterson Olive M. McBeth and commissioners Owen McClung Arthur Nelson Arthur C. Twarling. The audit praises orderly records and proper accounting and notes cooperation with new budget inventory and accounting laws.
Victor Anderson and Emma accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Carleton Anderson and Clara visited Columbus where Clara left by train to St. Cloud Minnesota after visiting the Andersons over Christmas. S T Johnson of Gordon and Donald Frisbie family stayed in town Monday to Wednesday of last week. Mrs Rohr returned to Omaha after caring for her mother and Sundberg family members. Loyal Knorr hosted guests including the Thompson and Atkinson families for Mrs Atkinson's birthday. A E Pearson John of Shelby and Mrs Carlson of Long Beach, Calif visited Karl Karlson's home Sunday.
August E Carlson filed a district court suit against Western Mutual Fire Insurance seeking 400 dollars plus interest. He alleges his Pontiac coach burned and was destroyed August 19 near Osceola and that the insurer has not paid the claim.
The Home Service Close-out Sale energized the community with bargain seekers from opening moments. Seven to eight volunteers act as boosters, promoting votes with every purchase and rule compliance, while stressing home support and fair play. The ad touts contests and local staff as key to a brighter future and better service.
Several Polk business men and the Commercial Club thank Car Steelquist past president for guiding the club along the straight and narrow path over the past two years. The club has prospered and grown, contributing to Polk and the community. A word of appreciation also to Leo Wurtz for serving as Secretary and Treasurer.
The Polk County F E C U annual meeting at Polk featured the Gwede Plain Local as hosts. All officers were re elected and a strong program was followed by refreshments after the event.
Mrs V J Johnson returns home Monday after spending weeks with daughter Miss Marguerite in Denver Colorado. Mr and Mrs Willard Adelson and son visited Sunday at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs John Johnson near Swede Home. Mr and Mrs Maurice Lindburg and Dale were York visitors on Saturday afternoon.
A local newspaper note announces the Checkerupper has quit his column after last week. It asks readers to write in if they want his return and promises to publish letters so he can read them, keeping his identity secret as in the past.
Mr and Mrs Edwin Nyewerg welcomed their son Larry Lawayne born Sunday January 7 weighing 83 4 pounds. The event was announced with family congratulations and notes on relatives visiting and social gatherings in the community.
A letter from Frederick McFadden in France Field Canal Zone to his parents notes arrival on December 26 and assignment with the 16th Air Base Squadron. Local visits include W Q Hansen traveling to Omaha to see his mother Mrs Hansen. WCTU plans a January 19 meeting at Mrs Joel Hanson’s home. Leo Wurtz and family dined with Dr and Mrs R B Lytle. Miss Lou Leymaster returns to work at the Polk County AIDP office after illness. S T Crouse reelected president with M R Anderson as vice president and Dwight Bush joining the board. Auditorium Co. annual meeting set for Ryan’s barber shop next Thursday evening January 17. Kill Kare bridge club to meet at Dwight Bush home Thursday. Ben Johnson family visited Herman Yelkin in Concord Nebraska. S P Johnson and H C Hansen host Merry Workers in church basement Thursday afternoon. Larry Lamb family attended funeral services for Mrs James Ward in Ulysses. Virgil Johnston and wife welcome a ten pound baby boy born Sunday January.
Local effort led by Polk County Extension board seeks to cap farm property taxes at seven mills and urban property at fifteen. Petition drive cites farmer hardships and claims eight states have adopted similar limits with reduced levies and stable systems. Replacement tax possible by 1941 legislature. effect would start Jan 1 1942.
County groups mapped fundraising plans and events for the President’s birthday on January 30. Half of all county funds stay for local relief and chapters, the other half goes to the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis for research and epidemic support. Schools will mail birthday cards filled with dimes to Washington. Local chairmen include Mrs. T. A. Reece Osceola Leo V. Carlson Stromsburg Miss Florence Anderson Polk and Mrs Karl M Thelen Shelby County Chairman.
Polk County farmers in the 1940 AAA Farm Program, led by Robert Taddiken, will adopt more soil conservation practices. Changes in credit rates aim to boost soil-building actions without altering potential earnings. Increased use includes more tree planting and legume seeding.
Mrs Emma Anderson assists with housework at the Lloyd Lind residence this week.
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