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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1911
Page
2
A collage of zany quotes notes fashion shifts with the harem and trouser skirts, jokes about radium uses, and a tale of a Texas thief who stole milk from an orphan asylum. It recalls a era of playful boasts, social trends, and odd news items from Connecticut to Rio de Janeiro.
A reflective note argues that a woman's skirt is her crowning glory yet questions the notion of skirt wearing as a fixed social rule, challenging traditional expectations and suggesting evolving fashion norms.
In parts of Nova Scotia automobi lng is allowed four days each week. The rest of the time the roads are perfectly safe.
A note on old customs as telegram day letters fade, while many still insist on the familiar lines arrived safely and am well. The shift toward modern dispatches contrasts with persistent habit among readers and telegraph staff alike.
A New York physician vows to turn misbehaving youths toward good conduct using breathing exercises. He contrasts this with older punishment methods.
In New York a woman seeks to prove her love for a man by presenting letters in which she calls him her ugly monkey and curly bear. She asserts the affection was genuine and splendid.
An astronomer argues that comets consist mainly of dust so impacts pose no real danger. The presence of comets, however, is said to give the solar system a cleaner appearance.
In Winsted Connecticut the fisherman claims a pickerel leaped at his nose thinking it was bait. The remark jokes about the fisherman's supposed vast consumption of bait to create such a brilliant nose.
The article notes the law raises pistol carrying costs from 2.50 to 10 in New York but warns that higher fees are unlikely to reduce shooting affrays if enforcement remains lax. It argues even a million dollar fee would fail without strict enforcement.
A Pennsylvania court rejects a claim tied to a woman's eyes as a legal factor, stating that beauty or appearance does not determine rights or duties in the involved matter. The decision emphasizes neutral application of law despite subjective judgments.
The fragment notes Day J Leas mentioning the Drexel Beresford fight and Wantel as he prepared to break into American society.
A brief item notes that Ellesley College plans to establish a farm to supply its food needs. The fragment mentions prudent kittens and a plan to take shelter, but lacks clear details about participants or dates.
A historical caption notes a statistic claiming that ten percent of physicians in the United States suffer addiction. The remark reflects a broader concern about medical professionals and substance use, with no further details on source or context.
Beatrice laundry owner Frank Kimball was killed and three companions injured in an automobile accident near Beatrice. Kimball drove a new car at high speed, struck a culvert, rolled over twice, and was found with a crushed skull fifty yards from the vehicle.
Southern California parties spent the last week negotiating for ten acres one mile from Sidney for an ostrich farm. They argue western Nebraska climate suits the birds better than Arizona or California, and the project has drawn much local interest.
A Wednesday afternoon tornado struck the George Helmy farm, nearly destroying the house and wrecking the barn. Many hogs were killed and the loss is estimated at $2,000. Telephone wires south of town are down. no further serious damage reported.
A blaze at Elkhorn destroyed H. A. Nolte’s grain elevator causing about 4000 dollars in losses, partially insured. The nearby Grove hotel, opposite the elevator, caught fire three times but flames were eventually brought under control.
Hastings Mar Dannenberg, attendant at Ingleside hospital, collapsed and died of heart failure. He complained of not feeling well around 5 PM, but no serious signs were noted beforehand.
An automobile driven by Bob Reed skidded and overturned in Lexington, killing Reed instantly. Mrs. R N Metzger, a passenger, was seriously injured.
Five year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Elmer Moyer died in a fire at the Moyer farm two and one half miles northwest of Tamora Nebraska. She was playing in the field when she set fire to cornstalks and a gust of wind carried flames to her clothing causing fatal burns.
Merrick County pursues construction of a new courthouse as local growth strains the existing facility. Reports also note deaths, fires, road improvements, and community efforts across Nebraska towns including Howells, Wakefield, Oxford, Holdrege, and Chadron.
Governor Alfrich commissions James Delahunty formerly deputy warden as warden of the penitentiary with immediate effect. Mr Davis, a former warden, becomes deputy warden. An inventory of prison property is underway and property will be turned over to Delahunty when finished. Delahunty currently serves as warden.
Chief Game Warden Miller prosecutes Millard hotel manager in Omaha after 135 game birds are seized from the hotel basement. If fined per bird, the total could reach 675 dollars under the law.
The journal shows the legislature ceased work on April 6. All laws without an emergency clause go into effect July 6. Emergency measures take effect when the governor signs or within five days of delivery unless vetoed.
Governor Aldrich vetoes the minor telephone merger bill, one of the most important measures before the state executive in recent memory. The bill had been under consideration by his excellency during the session.
Labor Commissioner L V Gaye writes the Omaha board of education praising current high school fire safety but urges stricter conformity to existing fire escape law. Senate passes Columbus Day holiday bill after earlier defeat this session and two years ago.
Actor Guy Bates Post recalls a staged storm moment from an amateur production with a flawed lighting cue. The lights stayed bright twice despite dramatic lines. The director finally shouted for the gas man to dim the lights, causing the audience to roar.
The witness offers little on the stand, remaining reticent as the lawyer presses for an opinion of the accused. Captain Sampson describes himself as the wettest man he has seen while recounting the pick up time. A antiquated banter follows with Dobby promising to be frugal yet soft hearted, in a quip on marriage and parental approval.
A Baltimore mother praises Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound after her daughter suffered sickness with pale appearance and fatigue. She credits the product for improvement following three bottles. The letter, sent from Rutland Street in Emore Maryland, reflects widespread testimonials to the remedy.
Local Saskatoon officials urge agriculturists including poultry farmers market gardeners and dairy and hog producers to address critical supply gaps. The plea stresses urgent cooperation to stabilize food production and markets.
In a brisk shop window exchange the customer asks about liver while the butcher replies that it is fine and dandy at fifteen cents a pound, signaling a simple sale in a neighborhood shop.
A jumbled OCR sample cites Publius Syrus maxims and Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup for Children details. The legible item notes a 25 cent bottle claiming to reduce inflammation and ease wind colic.
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