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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1932
Page
5
Up to press time no one has sent us a kid napping threat. Silver fillings $1.00. Ordinary extractions $1.00. Dr Leach Dentist Fairbury. Several steel chicken coops priced at $1 each while they last. tf Hutchinson, S C.
Fragmentary classifieds note Moon and Son quality monuments at seasonable prices in Fairbury Nebraska established 1886. Mentions white rags for sale and a Scotchman observing a clock. Also farm pasture request for 45 head from May 1st west of Steele City.
A Wisconsin man was fined for engaging in public affection deemed unacceptable. Local authorities admonished that such unconventional conduct would not be tolerated in public spaces.
The Diller Farmers Grain Co led by manager I R Andrews invites hog farmers to bring hogs for immediate purchase. The ad promises top market price and flexible selling days, urging farmers to obtain their bid first and sell locally.
The Kansas City Kansan cites Dr Josiah Oldfield defining kissing as two emotional cellular vibrations attracting each other and harmoniously merging into a rich chord of content.
Shoe repair prices listed for men and women at Fairbury Electric Shoe Shop on the corner north of Bonham theatre. Men's soles 85¢ to $1.00, men's heels 35¢ to 50¢, ladies soles 60¢ to 80¢, ladies heels 25¢ to 35¢. W F Mathis proprietor.
The Great Bend Tribune urges readers to submit news or personal items as the paper cannot read minds or foretell future events. It notes reporters cannot print overlooked items and praises guests as a compliment when shared with the paper.
Mr and Mrs Henry Keller and son Walter of Western Nebraska spent Sunday at the Albright home. A baby boy Leland weighing eight pounds was born Sunday April 10 1932 and will live with Mr and Mrs W M Henrichs. All involved were reported to be well.
Mrs. Grace Fasnacht entertained relatives and friends at a Monday birthday dinner honoring her son Virgil and Mrs. Vernon Hill. Attending were E. E. Hill, Katherine Frerichs, Sophie Mathias, Gracé Fasnacht and family.
Dave Miller of Endicott, longtime company blacksmith for Fairchilds Clay Products Co., is laid off as the brick and tile industry slows and the plant closes temporarily. He was among Diller's first settlers and is a brother of Phin B. and Jesse W. Miller, now deceased, and was warmly welcomed by friends Tuesday.
In Steele City on Saturday two fires occurred. Mrs Forshea, ill in bed, was removed from her home and is hospitalized in Odell as firefighters saved part of the belongings. The Pierson residence suffered extensive damage with upstairs goods burned. Fire crews saved adjacent properties, and Pierson’s insured.
The Neighbors Book Club met Wednesday afternoon April 13 at Mrs. Leonard Frisbie home with eleven members and one child present. A business meeting elected new officers: Mrs. Howard Peters President Mrs. Bert Weaver Vice President Mrs. Guy Learned Secretary Treasurer Mrs. Leonard Richard reportedly served as treasurer. The gathering ended on a high note with a fine social close.
Helen and Lois Henricus Elea nor Filley Ralph Beckwith and Richard Mayborn returned to Lincoln yesterday to take up their work at the state university after spending their spring vacation with home folks.
Children from the Christian Orphans Home at Holdrege will perform on Radio Station KMMJ Sunday afternoon April 17 from 3 30 to 4 15 PM. Relatives gathered in Lincoln for the 70th birthday tribute to Mrs Sarah Witty at the home of Mrs Rk W Green. Hollie visited from Odell to test a new fire whistle installed by the Volunteer Fire Co and Village Board.
On Wednesday April 13 eight members and ten children gathered at Mrs. M. C. Bowen's for a pleasant afternoon. Guests included Mrs Bond of Odell, Mrs Chas Hays Beatrice Mrs Earl Harris and others. Visiting and piano music provided entertainment followed by a brief business session and luncheon. Next meeting set for April 27 at Mrs C W Hiatt's home.
Applications for federal farm aid in Jefferson county must be filed with Gladys Pickering at the county judge's office. Funds are limited to seed, feed, machinery repairs, or oil and gas for tractors and must not cover debts or living expenses. Loans up to $400 per farmer, with a maximum of $3 per acre, or $12 per acre for truck crops, secured by a mortgage on crops and a note due Nov 30, 1932, at 53 percent interest.
Bill Bowers, a Diller boy in the navy, sends a missive from Hilo Hawaii describing a long voyage along Pacific docks the hot sun lava tubes Kilauea sighting Rainbow Falls and local scenes He notes many Japanese among residents and mentions nightly talking pictures as entertainment with plans to send a Hawaii photo.
Bill writes from a naval voyage detailing port arrivals from Lahaina to San Diego March 10 and 17 battles with enemy forces. He recalls the loss of the Saratoga, air attacks, ships sunk, and rough seas while describing life aboard and sending love to family.
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