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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1940
Page
4
A quirky note recalls Rex Green driving a mud car made from an old Dodge on rural route one. It mentions last Monday and a cold wet spell with snow and rain, noting 0.79 inches of precipitation and ample clearance over the rear wheels as preparations for travel.
A Shenandoah, Iowa man prepares to open a shop at 928 No Sixth Street to keep busy and earn a modest income. He seeks productive work without becoming rich and aims for steady occupation.
Frank Hale of Brush announces his annual greeting to old Diller friends and family. He remains with Brush Credit Association and invites the community to reconnect this season.
The Ford Motor Company celebrated completing the 28th million Ford automobile on Monday, marking an unmatched production record for any article by cost. W. J. Cameron cited the milestone as unique in manufacturing history. A separate report notes Louisiana endured another tornado Sunday causing multiple deaths and over 500 000 dollars in damage. The Shreveport tornado skirted near Carroll Diller’s home.
Plans call for the 35000 ton North Carolina to be launched at the New York Navy Yard in May or June marking the first battleship launch in 19 years while the keel of the 45000 ton Iowa super battleship is laid. The double ceremony is expected to attract top officials from Washington.
The Omaha World Herald laments the death of 20 year old Hubert L Spake Jr at the University of Missouri after a liquor drenched initiation into Theta Nu Epsilon. The column condemns secret drinking fraternities and notes a possible TNE chapter at the University of Nebraska Lincoln urging authorities to act.
A Country Gentleman report notes Henry Wieners near Dille Nebraska showcasing Hereford hogs and a hog barn. The piece covers Hereford origin from Missouri circa 1905, breed spread from 1934 to 1939, and a standard 200 pound weight at five months with typical litter sizes.
Mrs Mery Fitzgerald widow of the late John Fitzgerald died at her Lincoln home near St Elizabeths hospital last Saturday morning at age 86. Her husband built early railroads and owned two large ranches near Diller once managed by Tim Gregan and occupied by Max Logar and Albert Hubka family Morris Kirby managed the east ranch. The article mentions several names including Iriah Jack Jones Dick Nugent Frank Tobio Pat Donley among others as ranch workers.
Of 695 farmers contacted by precinct committee men, 28 percent indicate intent to participate in the 1940 Agricultural Conservation Program. Last year 1207 farmers, operating 59 percent of the county’s cropland, participated in 1939. Indications are that 1940 sign-up will greatly exceed last year.
August Kroll, former county treasurer, was reported ill at his home in Fairbury early this week.
At the Bonham Theatre the film Rulers of the Sea features star Doug Fairbanks Will Fyffe and Geo Bancroft in a story about the wild North Atlantic and the men who pursue bold dreams. Action filled scenes promise dramatic seascapes and daring feats.
A busy program features Vigil in the Night led by Carole Lombard Anne Shirley and Briane Aherre with a tale of sacrifice and reputations amid the nurses code. Hop along Cassidy returns in Hidden Gold Friday and Saturday with a promotional picture event at the Western Fens.
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