Uncertain Times Stir With Birds And Ice Cream Debate
A humorous column notes fear and confusion in modern life. It mocks a football coach who gilded a chicken to counter a team nickname, questions agricultural labeling laws, and worries about misleading ice cream terms and lead exposure. The piece blends local humor with broader uncertainties.
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Towa
Golden Eagles
Iowa
Iowas
Rhode Island
U. S
Department of Agriculture
Engagement Announced for Tammy Sue Fisher and Timothy George
Mr and Mrs Morris D Fisher of Polk announce the engagement of their daughter Tammy Sue to Timothy George son of Mr and Mrs Bernard J Bartels of Bradshaw The bride to be a 1976 Polk High School graduate attends Kearney State College The groom a 1973 Bradshaw High School graduate works for Schultz Construction Grand Island The couple plans a December 17 wedding at Immanuel Lutheran Church Polk
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Morris D. Fisher
Polk
Tammy Sue
Timothy George
Bernard J. ‘Bartels
Bradshaw
Polk High School
Kearney State College
Bradshaw High School
Schultz Construction
Grand Island
Immanuel Lutheran Church
Peterson Receives Distinguished Service Award at Lincoln
The Lincoln Journal notes the University of Nebraska College of Dentistry alumni banquet honored Dr. Raymond O. Peterson of Santa Ana California with the distinguished service award and Dr. Gerald J. Tussing received the outstanding teacher award during the Friday October 21 event.
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The
Lincoln Journal
Alumni Association of the College of Dentistry
Univ. of Nebraska-Lincoln
Raymond O. Peterson
Santa Ana
Calif
Gerald J. Tussing
Periodontics
Peterson
Polk
Mrs Hopkins Named UMW Northeast District President
Mrs Robert Hopkins of Bloomfield was chosen president of the United Methodist Women for the Northeast District. She is the wife of Rev Robert Hopkins formerly of Polk and previously served as district UMW president before moving to Bloomfield.
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Robert Hopkins
UMW
Bloomfield
United Methodist Women of
Northeast
Hopkins
Polk
Hospital Notes and Patient Updates
Mrs Doyle Klingsporn re entered Bryan Memorial hospital Lincoln on Tuesday November 8. Burdette Flodman had minor surgery Friday at St Elizabeth hospital Lincoln and returned home on Sunday.
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Doyle Klingsporn
Bryan Memorial Hospital
Lincoln
Burdette Flodman
St. Elizabeth Hospital
Story Hour at Community Hall on November ninth
Story Hour runs Wednesday at 9 36 to 10 38 in the Community Hall for ages 35 and under. Community notices list hours and age guidance for participants.
Playground Workday Postponed in City Park
Notice states the planned playground equipment installation workday on November 11 is postponed. Watch for further notice in a few weeks.
Community Drive Promotes Nebraska Honey Trade
A local appeal urges residents to support a Nebraska Honey Sunday event on November 13. If there is no contact, call Mrs Glen Hill at 765-2321 or Mrs Rolland Stromberg at 765-261 for details.
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Nebraska
Glen. Hill
Rolland Stromberg
Dinner Guests Attending Gary Anderson Home in Stromsburg
Mr and Mrs Glen Stevens were among others at a dinner in the Gary Anderson home in Stroms burg Friday evening.
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Glen Stevens
Gary Anderson
Stromsburg
Wet 1977 So Far Beats Dry Start in Local Rain Totals
The year began dry in January and February but 1977 turned very wet with 31.79 inches officially at Citizens State Bank. May totals rose to 6.70 inches and August led with 7.90 inches, while October added 2.98 inches and November opened wet. overall ten months show pronounced rainfall.
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Citizens State Bank
Dennis Johnson
Polk Grain Co. Feed Business Reopens December 1
Polk Grain Co. will reopen its feed business under new management on December 1. Jack Dinsdale, the owner, announced the change and its expected effect on operations.
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Polk Grain CO
Jack Dinsdale
Polk County Republican Women to Meet Monday
Polk County Republican Women will hold a noon luncheon Monday November 14 hosted by Stromsburg PCRW. Attorney Paul Hanson of Stromsburg is the scheduled speaker, with calls for attendees to join for food and fellowship and ride offers from LaVina Maxine Hanquist or Sylvia Sandell.
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Polk County
Republican
Stromsburg
Beemer Couple Delighted By Newborn Brent Keith
Here I Am Mr and Mrs Rodney L Heureux of Beemer announce the birth of a son Brent Keith born Thursday Novem ber 3 at Pender Community hospital Grandparents Mr and Mrs Elmer Hass Fremont and Mr and Mrs Harold Carlson Great grandmother Mrs Clara L Heureux Campbell Maternal grandparents Mr and Mrs Warren Wallinga Lenexa Kans Mr and Mrs Daniel Beber received word of a new grandson born to Mr and Mrs Beber of Abilene Texas Davin weighs 8 lbs 11 oz
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Rodney L'Heureux
Beemer
Pender Community Hospital
Brent Keith
Elmer Hass
Fremont
Harold Carlson
Clara L'Heureux
Campbell
Daniel Beber
Lee Beber
Abilene
Tex
Davin
Warren Wallinga
Lenexa
Kans
Polk Market Visit Notes At Grand Island
Mr and Mrs Arnold Neuhaus visited Grand Island on Saturday to see Mr and Mrs Allan Neuhaus and their daughters.
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Arnold Neuhaus
Grand Island
Allan Neuhaus
Correction Notice On Local Cub Scout Donation
The Progress corrects a prior report stating the Cub Scouts donated 2 dollars to the Library Fund. The accurate amount is 200 dollars. The apology goes to the Polk Cub Scouts for the error.
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Cub Scouts
Polk Cub Scouts
Library Board Meeting Discusses Plans and Overdue Books
The library board met on Saturday, November 5, to review floor plans, carpeting, and a library policy. It noted several overdue books, including children’s titles, some out since last summer, and urged patrons to return them so others may borrow.
Fund Raising Banquet For Exon This Sunday
A fund raising banquet for Governor J J Exon will be held Sunday evening November 13 at the Shelby Legion Hall sponsored by the Polk County Democrats. Tickets are 7 dollars per person and can be bought from Linda Branting Norris Alfred in Polk or from Dr Clarence Davis in Osceola. Governor Exon will be the featured speaker.
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J. J. Exon
Shelby Legion Hall
Polk County
Democrats
Linda Branting
Norris Alfred
Polk
Clarence Davis
Osceola
Exon
Polk Legion Auxiliary Plans Guest Night
The American Legion Auxiliary invites members to a guest night on Monday November 14 at 8 p m at Legion Hall. Members may bring a guest and earn points for an energy saving contest by brushing teeth without running water. A Veteran's Day program honoring all veterans is planned.
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American Legion Auxiliary
Legion Hall
Polk Area Social Roundup Features Some Visiting Parents
Polk county residents share visits and out of town guests including Mr and Mrs Larry Cramer of Stromsburg with Emory Cramer, Harold Carlson’s shower, Alfred L Heurnex and Jeremy with Carl Brown family, and Fred Ziegenmeyer visiting Norris Alfred and relatives in Grinnell. Central City and Chadron connections noted.
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Larry Cramer
Stromsburg
Emory Cramer
Harold ‘Carlson
Harold Cloud
Charlotte
No. Cal
Minden
Alfred L’heurnex
Jeremy
Carl Brown
Fred Ziegenmeyer
Sutter
Cal
Norris Alfred
Ziegenmeyer
Grinnel
Polk
Jonita Baack
Kearney State College
Robert Baack
Jonita
Mike Zywiec
Central City
Miller - Carlson
Vern Jones
Wilbur Jones
Verland Widga
Rhon
Vern Samuels
Lovette McCoy
You Noticed Ladies on Marriage and Toothpaste Caps
A writer recalls a radio interview with a marriage counselor who argues small daily irritations strain marriages more than major crises. The piece merges personal anecdotes about toothpaste caps and a joint exercise listing faults and virtues, ending as the page continues on another panel.
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Acapulco
Ralph
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Polking
R. O. Peterson
Polk County Republican
Everare
Polk Legion Auxiliary
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