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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1946
Page
1
The Polk 40th Anniversary Celebration attracts large crowds with a 1946 Chevrolet prize and favorable weather. Editorial by Central City Nonpareil urged local merchants to attend, aiming to boost cross-town spending between Polk and Central City, while criticizing financial motives.
The Nebraska Board of Education adopted the Accident Benefit Plan for injuries on school sports. It notes most state schools join the plan since Article 79-503 exempts districts from liability for injuries during football and other athletics or while traveling to or from games. The board subscribed and paid all fees.
The 1946 football schedule lists six games with open dates October 4 November 1 and November 8. Coach Goings wants at least two additional home games on those dates while attending games feature St Bonne Genoa Osceola Clarks Silver Creek Teachers Convention Stromsburg and two Open dates. Attendance figures show a mix of residents and non residents. a staff resignation created a vacancy in the 6th grade and a substitute is filling in as the district searches for a full time teacher.
Seese daughter of Mr and Mrs Harvey Seese of Johnstown Pennsylvania wed Rol land VanHausen son of Laura VanHausen of San Diego California at the Methodist parsonage Central City on Aug 28 1946. Rev L D Jones officiated with Darlene Light and Bill Laccle as witnesses. Mr and Mrs Van Frausen visit with his sister Mrs Sid Crow and family.
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Petitions circulate to place a fall vote on changing York County from a 20 member township supervisor system to a county commissioner form. Proponents argue this would expand road control beyond the 40 percent limit under the current system, letting the county maintain all roads. The plan may also seek reducing board members and consolidating township roles while noting York County’s extensive 1156 mile road network and strong farm to market system.
A flurry of family meals and visits fills the week as Trof Ostberg and guests share Sunday dinner with Mrs. Bryan Graves in Central City. Many others host or attend birthday anniversaries and weekend gatherings in Lincoln, Stromsburg, Hastings, Polk, and nearby towns.
Ruth N Wright and Richard V Malek wed Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church Om aha with gladioli and cathedral tapers. The bride, daughter of Appler Wright Genoa, wore a white satin gown and colonial bouquet. The groom is son of George Malek Osceola. Matron of honor Mrs. Donald Jean Jackson Glenwood wore duquetta and pink gladioli. After a motor trip the couple will reside in Ames and both will attend Iowa State College.
The Bahr family south of Shelby lost their farm home to a Thursday night blaze, no one was home, with only a few personal effects saved. The fire is suspected to be caused by lightning. Mrs Bahr, formerly Carol LeMar, is the daughter of Dr LeMar, a former Osceola physician.
County Extension Agent urges Polk County families to support a new Weed District program and 4-H Club work. Demonstrations planned in four subdivisions begin after equipment assembly. Sundberg Farm near Stromsburg is a confirmed site. The agent stresses parental involvement and early enrollment for 4-H as essential to public welfare.
The Wm. Wolfe Post American Legion announces a formal opening of its new legion club rooms next Tuesday from four to midnight. Legionnaires and Auxiliary members are invited and urged to bring guests. A benefit dance with Johnny Cox and his orchestra is set for Friday September 20 at Kelleys Hall to raffle a new GE refrigerator.
The Polk Progress office will be closed Friday afternoons until further notice.
The Polk County Medical Society highlights that many children are hard of hearing and misjudged as slow witted. It promotes simple school screening to flag possible issues and advises prompt medical care for head colds sinusitis enlarged tonsils adenoids and related conditions. It also covers ear problems from colds diving and swimming and recommends protective rubber caps and nose breathing when underwater.
Rev Alfield E Franzen presides on the thirteenth Sunday after Trinity with Sunday School at 10 and morning worship at 11. This week includes Ladies Aid Thursday at 2 30 hosted by Mrs Harold Johnson and Mrs Harlan Johnson. Friday offers Junior Confirmation Class at 7 30 p m and Saturday J and S Confirmation Classes at 9 15 a m. Next week Luther League meets Thursday at 8 p m.
In his weekly ad Frank Davis of Davis Pharmacy announces White Paint back in stock and brushes ready to swing again.
Robert Peterson 11, son of Mr and Mrs Ronal Peterson, was critically injured when a batted ball struck him above the left ear during the Osceola and Stromsburg game Sunday night. He suffered a fractured skull and has had two operations at St Francis Hospital. He is improving and physicians say he has a fair chance for recovery.
Arthur Inness Scott aged 50, longtime Shelby resident, died September 4 1946 at the family home after three years illness. He married Dorothy Reece on March 3 1921 and had two sons. Survived by wife, two sons, sister Wilma of Colorado, brothers John V of Shelby and Carl A of Andover Iowa. Funeral at Shelby Methodist Church September 6 with burial in the local cemetery.
Two weekend wrecks drew highway authorities as three vehicles collided in each incident. In Osceola near Highway 92 a car driven by Paul Timm of Lincoln and a semi driven by Gordon Hungeyik of Omaha collided, leaving Herrmann with minor injuries and both trucks badly damaged. A second crash six miles north of Shelby involved Julian Freemen and Wilford Butler, with W T Karney sustaining serious injuries in a subsequent crash as fog reduced visibility.
Miss Ruth Shustrom, after fourteen months at Stromsburg Post Office, left to attend Bible school in Omaha. Leo A. Larson, WWI veteran, will replace her at the local office. Nearby, a Buckley Park picnic drew many families from Stromsburg and visiting relatives from Texas and California.
Christina Zwiener, daughter of Joseph Zwiener and Victoria Strekee, born October 3, 1871 near Bellwood Butler County Nebraska, died September 3, 1946 at Shelby Shelby County. She married Daniel Thanel January 17, 1898 and had five children Joe Louis Stephania Anna Marie. Funeral at Sacred Heart church Friday 9:30 with Rev. M. A. O Boyle and Rev. Kean. burial Catholic cemetery. pallbearers Frank Dischner Elmo Schmid Emil Zwiener Fred Zwiener Oswald Alt Alfred Gabel.
Miss Leona Fillinger daughter of Mrs. Margaret Fillinger wed Ray mond Grossnicklaus son of Mr and Mrs Henry Grossnicklaus of Shelby on September 10 1946 at a High Mass in Shelby Rev John A Kean officiated the double ring ceremony. The couple is Shelby High School graduates the groom served five years in the army including a year in the Philippines and was discharged in January.
Elmer Wilshusen reported missing parts for his tractor after a breakdown. He sourced most components from Central City dealers then traveled to Grand Island for the final item. Ten minutes after leaving the store, he found his car and the purchases gone.
Benedict couple welcomed a son Garey Loren born September 4 at Stromsburg hospital. Notables include visits by Schnasse Ratliff O'Donnell and others plus Twentieth Century Club meeting with seven members and three visitors. Local families attended events and the State Fair in Lincoln.
Irvin S. Kepner born Feb 18 1856 near Port Royal Pennsylvania died Sept 7 1946 at 90.6. He lived in Osceola Nebraska with farm work carpentry and church service. Survived by sister Alice Warnes and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held in Osceola with interment in the Osceola cemetery.
Mesdames Henry Horstman Arnold Isaacson and Albert Sundbregt hosted a tea for all prospective Auxiliary 50 members. Mrs Evins of Stromsburg attended as guest speaker among the attendees.
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