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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1911
Page
6
The garbled text lampoons fashion, gender roles, and culture with references to harem skirts corncob pipes and sexual mores. It attributes odd quotes to professors and hints at social change while mixing incomplete phrases about France and media.
A terse report notes Russia pressing China with a new ultimatum as Moscow signals tougher posture. The czar’s stance risks escalation if Beijing resists or delays. International observers watch for a potential shift in diplomacy and regional stability.
The article promises a new English rendition of Wagner works next season, citing difficulty understanding the current libretto and vocal delivery. It notes expectations for clearer translations and revised staging to appeal to broader audiences.
Three New Jersey Fox hunting enthusiasts face trial on charges related to the shooting of a deer. The case implies broader concerns about wildlife hunting practices and local legal boundaries.
An Los Angeles man received 80 days in jail for smiling at a strange woman, a sentence seen as excessive and puzzling by observers. The incident highlights odd legal actions over social behavior in the era.
The article notes that even with 460000 cars in use across the country the expense of mules remains high. It highlights ongoing cost pressures and implies limited impact of vehicle adoption on mule-related costs.
The saying that the average life of a statesman is 71 years may clash with the idea that the good die young. The remark links longevity to public service and the moral perception of those who lead.
The Marquis of Landsdowne’s Rembrandt, valued at $500,000, may enter the National Gallery or be shipped to America as a potential sale or transfer option under review.
A man offers $25 as a reward for the return of his missing wife, provoking debate as he remarks that is all she is worth, framing the case as a reflection on love and value.
The article claims the hobbie skirt caused a surge in trolley car accidents and notes removing it will not be easy as the dangerous attire remains a persistent issue.
Fragmentary notice suggests a discussion of suitors and marriage motivations focusing on a mother-in-law as a central aim. The text hints at social dynamics and romantic plans without clear names, places, or dates.
A London health expert criticizes prevailing cleanliness ideas as exaggerated. He argues that human survival to the present day is remarkable and not solely due to excessive cleanliness.
Nebraska City reports the Great Western Cereal Company closed its plant here weeks ago and sent workers to Fort Dodge Iowa. Machinery and building material will be shipped away, while the original site is left intact amid antitrust concerns.
Holdrege residents express confidence the town will secure the state agricultural school. They plan to buy land for submission by popular subscription from every school district in the county. The community is united and believes Holdrege offers the best location.
Prof H B Duncanson of the state normal school has received an invitation from Washington to give a course of lectures at the marine biological station at Friday Harbor San Juan Island. He has accepted and been granted a leave of absence from the summer school for the purpose.
Ray Humphrey a nineteen year old son of Mrs ak Humphrey of this city was struck by an eastbound Union Pacific train at Kearney. He was knocked to the ground and the engine wheels passed over his left hand, forcing doctors to amputate the hand below the thumb.
The young son of Prof. W. F. Hoyt was attempting to climb a moving dray wagon when a wheel passed over his head. He sustained a severe laceration to one ear and the doctor fears possible permanent hearing loss in that ear.
Report states forty cases of smallpox in Cortland, located in the northern part of Gage county. The disclosure notes outbreak concerns within the village limits and nearby areas.
Miss Jessie O Lowe elected principal of Fairmont schools. Eblert Miller, longtime Gage county resident, dies at 72 in Beatrice. Roy Emerson, 2, fatally scalded in York. Fairbury faces smallpox outbreak. schools may close. H R Reed of Stella dies of heart failure after garden work. Nebraska to get road advisory aid in Merrick county from May 1. Holstein cows at Badger & Frost dairy in Central City set high milk records. Nebraska land values have doubled in ten years. William Fuller, shopman, mentioned.
Mueller of the state board of agriculture intends a 1 200 foot long dyke along the west side of the fair grounds to prevent overflow. Embankment to be 1 to 8 feet high and eight feet wide at the top costing 2000 dollars includes major works for flood control. The Knights of the Mac cabees hold first Nebraska convention in Lincoln on April 25 and 26 with 300 to 500 expected from across the state. Governor Aldrich issues a Mother's Day proclamation for May 14 and white flower observance. Dr W H Johnson of Lincoln pardoned from two year penitentiary term. First National Bank of Wausa receives charter. State inspector's office moved from governor's office back to Lt Governor Hopewell's former private office.
Washington report says the farm free list bill gains Nebraska support with Democrats backing it as is while Republicans seek amendments to exclude meats and cereals. Senators and representatives cite free lumber and shoes as farmer benefits and warn free meats and cereals could harm agriculture.
An isolated Washington island community of forty people, including fifteen men eleven women and sixteen children, was discovered after the census counted gaps. The inhabitants live by fishing and gardening and had remained unknown to the outside world until now.
President Taft met with a four Apache chiefs delegation led by Mc Goosch. They urged freedom for Apache prisoners held since the Mascarero fight of 1886 and permission to return to the parent tribe in central New Mexico. If any Apache wish to stay in southwestern Oklahoma they ask for land allotments there.
Washington defense of titles noted as the Rocky Mountain Rifle Club of Butte Montana won the United States club rifle shooting championship for the second time by the National Rifle Association of America defeating the Winchester Rod and Gun Club of New Haven Connecticut by 992 to 990 out of 1000. Each team had one scorer of 200.
Leading Democrats in Indiana met in Indianapolis and launched a presidential boom for United States Senator John W. Kern. A Kern presidential club was organized and similar clubs will be organized throughout the country.
Fred M. Hunter, superintendent of the Norfolk schools, has been selected to fill the vacancy at the head of the state agricultural school after the death of Dr. EB. A. Davisson. The board of regents elected Hunter on the recommendation of Chancellor Avery.
Twenty three miners are entombed in Ott mine No 2 at Davis Coal and Coke in Elk Garden West Virginia after a 22 explosion early Monday. Little hope remains for rescuers to reach any of them.
A testimonial reports relief from nervous, run down condition after using Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound and Blood Purifier. The speaker, Mrs Anette Bates, mentions gynecological symptoms and credit to the product, noting her doctor endorses it.
A light exchange in London Opinion notes that Bill has secured a job and reassures there is no real cause for anxiety, stressing it is only temporary. The dialogue shows a humorous tone about employment and reassurance among speakers.
Jacques Leabaudy, known as the man who would be king, who crowned himself emperor of the Sahara, has sworn out a claim for two million dollars in New York. He asserts financial damages linked to his claimed imperial status and ventures.
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