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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1926
Page
4
Postal notice indicates weekly Thursday mail service in Steele City Nebraska dated November 26 1904. Entry references post office functions under congressional act from March 1 and notes a postage rate of 1.50 to be charged as special service.
Rain fell Sunday and Monday nights. Visitors included Mia Bethel Cassel and child, Avon Henderson, Merie Price at the Baptist Sunday School. Fred Weber and son Roy visited Charles Webreome and last weekday graduates at Fairbury. Prof. Clarence Rodgers of Great Bend has a new position in the Oieil schools. Rodgers and family visited Mrs Rodgers parents. Will Weber of Beleville moved to Colo Springs with his family.
Fragmentary report notes a youth entry from June 1 to December 1 for a world exposition. It mentions Miss Adams, guest status at Sesquennials from June 28 to July, and travel to Washington, with unclear completion details.
Miss Meta H Given of the University of Chicago explains homogenization as the process that breaks up fat in evaporated milk into tiny particles that blend with milk solids. She notes pressure through many tiny openings, its role in texture and digestibility, and compares fat behavior in mother’s milk versus cow’s milk.
Readers react to a brief note about light and cameras, revealing divided opinions on privacy and technology. The short discussion highlights concern over modern devices and public expectations.
A mixed sale notice lists items including a Kimball piano in good shape in Al, a Chicago cottage organ, two rugs 7x9 and 4x7, and a Delaval cream separator. It names sellers Russell Bryant Mrs S A Sutton W E Wille D E Bone Lumber Co and mentions stock on hand M1811. A hard crystal for chicken brooders is also advertised.
In Jefferson County Nebraska the estate of Conk ling R Bracken is set for administration to Clara Bracken as administratrix. May 28, 1926 at 9 a.m. is fixed for the hearing in county court at Fairbury with notice to all interested parties through Steele City Press.
A local firm touts modern heating and plumbing units for country homes. They claim affordability for average farmers and offer expert advice, citing completed work on fine homes to prove competence and benefit to readers seeking sanitation upgrades.
The Rasse Wholesale Grocer Co with large offices and warehouses in Fairbury is celebrated as a trading center known for high volume business. The firm emphasizes quality products, fair prices, and honest service, attracting employment and bringing thousands of dollars into the region through extensive wholesale channels.
The Robinson Ice Cream House operates a model sanitary ice cream factory at 209 Fairbury, supplying Rich ice cream noted for uniform quality. The plant sources pure cream from healthy local cows, uses highest quality flavors, and emphasizes healthful, affordable food valued as a staple. The firm supports community improvements and remains a leading local institution with a strong regional brand.
White Piano Co located on the west side of Fairbury’s square offers new and used pianos phonographs and musical instruments. It represents G Conn band instruments and emphasizes one price to all. The store markets Victrola equipment records and Victor artists. It invites readers to visit for courteous service and value.
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