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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1910
Page
2
The item collection mentions merciful men to beasts, dangerous moros, 130000 foreign waiters in London, aeroplanes changing warfare, a Chicago woman bitten by her husband, a bad two dollar bill, insist on twenties and fifties for change, a Kansas judge on pedestrians, bonnets out of style, swimming near shore, two Philadelphians missing dives for trains, and a weather forecast joke about averaging temperature by next December 31.
The idea of placing calls to England from the United States may become practical soon. The question remains how such use would be financed and what costs would apply for callers seeking international connections.
The text argues that people believe it will be easier to dodge an aeroplane than an automobile or motorcycle, reflecting optimism about avoiding fast moving vehicles. It contrasts perceived ease of escaping different modes of transport.
The article notes a growing trend where more individuals sacrifice lives to advance aviation than any prior scientific achievement. It frames aviation as a defining pursuit of modern science with rising risks and dedication among pilots engineers and testers.
In twenty seven years the Kimberley diamond mines yielded 420000000 dollars in diamonds. Yet western cornfields produce far more value per area, implying greater local yield from crops than distant diamond production.
The passage notes a man working for his livelihood in these days, remarking that even modest effort constitutes earning his living by honest labor. It highlights a common view of self-support through hard work as essential in contemporary life.
Amorous males frightened by women entering men's trades gain confidence from stories of success in trimming hats. The note highlights a small shift as men adapt skills once dominated by women and find new competence in millinery tasks.
The piece contrasts ancient sea voyages with the new era of aerial travel, where going aloft in advanced airships becomes the prevailing danger yet frontier of transportation. It frames skyward vessels as the era’s dominant peril and fascination.
A string of ten to fifteen deaths among aviators in recent months is thinning the pool of airmen and casting doubt on the safety of flying as a pastime or profession.
Printing of new passenger tickets for airship lines notes stop-over privileges may be used when needed without the conductor's signature. The policy emphasizes traveler convenience and administrative clarity for airship routes and layovers.
Health authorities warn that counterfeit buttermilk products are being sold in eastern drug stores and describe them as highly dangerous. They question whether ever a pure, counterfeit-proof item can exist, signaling public health concerns and consumer risk.
Farmers report cows produce ink more readily when a phonograph runs in the barn at milking time. The finding suggests a plan to install phonographs in all cow barns to boost production and morale among herd workers.
The Roe torpedo boat destroyer reached 31 knots in a test off the Delaware breakwater though the coat was 28 knots. The vessel is acknowledged as the fastest exclusively oil burning torpedo boat destroyer in the United States Navy. American shipbuilders are known for safety margins and exceeding contract specifications.
Ted Kattan, a 30 year old farmer living near Kramer, Nebraska, was killed by lightning while plowing and found lying in a furrow Monday afternoon. The incident adds to a list of local items including church dedications, railway robberies, and upcoming chautauqua booster trips.
Mrs WwW. a. Thompson and guests Mrs Cassel of Michigan and Mrs Allen of Madison fell ill at the Thompson home along Wood River east of Grand Island, believed caused by tainted meat. The meat was fresh and boiled thoroughly. All recovered, though their condition was serious for a time.
Frank Schaeffer head miller at the flouring mill in Callaway was fatally shocked when his hand touched a live wire shortly after his promotion and wedding. He died minutes later.
George C Hitch, a prosperous farmer one mile west of this place, threshes 4 153 bushels from forty five acres. The machine measured yield is about 83 bushels per acre and 85 bushels per acre by weight.
A Franklin stable reports a pony with seven well formed feet among a herd of horses. Three feet stand about six inches from the ground, drawing curiosity from onlookers this week.
A crowd of about two thousand gathered Sunday afternoon at the parade grounds to witness Senator Norris Brown review the Norris Brown quays and the Second Regiment Band during the town’s high school parade.
Thomas Matthews volunteers to stand bail for George Poell former county clerk charged with forgery. The bond amount is listed as one thousand dollars.
The town calendar lists the August 19 20 harvest festival, the Te kamah pioneers annual reunion on August 31, and a Riverside park Old Settlers gathering in Cum ing county. Nebraska City pushes a 1000 child fair drive as Havelock plans celebratory events and Fremont shifts to auto trade excursions.
The Nebraska state fair will test a grand stand reservation for the first time this year and offer season tickets good at outside gates for two dollars enabling daily entry for six days. Fire wardens A V Johnson and deputy Gallagher discuss Roy Wilseam’s hospital burn and house destruction. An explosion inquiry promises sensational developments while conservation committees work quietly ahead of the next legislature. Dr I F Roach of Lincoln is appointed to the state board of education effective September 1, with praise from educators for the governor’s choice. Roach has long led educational efforts across the state.
Joseph G. Cannon predicts an overwhelming vote to return him to Congress and a bid for the speakership. In an interview with the Chicago Inter Ocean he rejects insurgent and Democrat claims of a party reorganization, disputes taft rumors, and asserts he will follow the will of the people even if caucus defeat occurs. He cautions that insurgent alliances shape reports and says he would serve in the ranks if necessary.
Washington Postmaster General Hitchcock reports the committee on organization favors certificates of deposit over pass books in the tentative plan. The proposed system would greatly reduce bookkeeping required under the pass book method.
Dispatches from Bluefields Nicaragua report generals Juan Estrada and Emiliano Chamorro have left to pursue peace talks with President Madriz. The Bluefields American, insurgents' organ, corroborates the hopeful signal that peace will soon prevail.
Advices from towns along the Swiss frontier say extraordinary police measures are in place to protect King Victor Emmanuel during his journey to Montenegro for celebrations when Nicholas becomes king. Some reports claim anarchists arrived in Italy and others are said to have crossed from Switzerland.
Robert Cushenderry, a Clinton County man, has been paroled after a sentence commuted from life imprisonment. He was convicted eleven years ago of the murder of the Cameron city marshal, marking the first time Missouri has granted a parole after a commutation to life terms.
Casualties from the great floods last week inundated many districts in Japan and Friday and Saturday submerged two of the principal wards of Tokio. The death and missing total reached 1,112. Forty-nine hundred houses were washed away.
Governor Gillett indicated a likely plan to convene a special session of the California legislature to authorize issuing five million dollars in bonds for the Panama Pacific International Exposition to be staged in San Francisco in 1915.
Oshkosh area report: Rev. Daniel Hayward of Omro Methodist Church resigns after Oshkosh district superintendent 8. H. Anderson demanded he stop discussing politics or drop the pulpit.
Washington D C The German American Bank of York and the Bank of Alma Neb have made applications as depositories for postal savings funds.
Chicago reader Mrs. William of 988 W. 21st St. credits Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound and Blood Purifier with restoring her health after severe inflammation and a failed operation. The ad asserts cures for female complaints including ulceration fibroid conditions and nervous prostration and invites women to write for free confidential advice from Mrs. Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts.
National Association estimates fifteen percent of U S prison inmates carry tuberculosis. With about 80 000 prisoners nationwide the number infected exceeds 12 000 and worse conditions in Pennsylvania Kansas and Ohio prisons are cited as deadly. Destruction of old facilities and new construction are urged as the cure.
A terse exchange ends with the debtor choosing never to pay, as the creditor presses for settlement. The dialogue hints at a stalled debt dispute with no immediate resolution and a defiant tone from the debtor.
A short note highlights that good intentions drive payments for local materials in a specific area. The report notes community reliance on simple promises to cover procurement costs, with officials urging formal agreements to ensure accountability and timely delivery of supplies.
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