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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1937
Page
4
Neighbors praise Fancy Diller’s garden for its outstanding plants lawn shrubs and trees. Residents note vibrant beds and thoughtful layout contributing to the neighborhood’s curb appeal.
Uneven ground in the southwest part of town shows cracks about 15 inches deep, marking the local hard pan layer. The report notes this depth aligns with the known hardness of soil in that vicinity.
A Friday report noted cool, rainy conditions could revive corn crops, while many fields in the area seemed unlikely to recover without a miracle.
The county agricultural office urges farmers without a corn binder to use the old sled cutter to prepare fodder now. Officials warn there will not be another opportunity before August 1938.
Farmers note several corn fields in the area failed to sprout due to drought, late planting, foreign seed, and grasshoppers. Home grown seed is favored as the best option.
A humorous note describes crickets slipping on slick kitchen linoleum at Mrs. C's home causing their spins and evasive exits. The author compares cricket misfortune to human reactions, claiming linoleum safety for people as well.
The new PWF road this week shows grading nearly complete. Gravel spread six miles west of the Gage county line, with the road raised and ditches wide and deep. The surface appears narrow but high and dry.
Gage county announces paving from the county line east with crushed rock in the near future. Residents are unsure about the change but note that roads often improve with age.
The Record notes that locals away on trips often ask not to have their absence publicized for fear of property theft. The editor declines to reveal such details, stating most readers would not misuse the information.
Editorial notes hint at possible Japanese victory in Shanghai while expressing Chinese sympathy. The piece jests about Editor Cramb’s attire, mentioning a shiny top button and urging use of a zipper.
A letter from Supt. Sinkey says the party blew out the engine in their car on the way to Hartington and, as a result, was forced to purchase a new light Ford.
The note discusses brick makers and lumber dealers reacting to rammed earth structures in agricultural highlights. It suggests a possible return to sod houses and reflects a long period of uncertainty urging practical, down to earth changes.
The 75th Congress adjourned last Saturday evening without meeting the president’s aims. Grants for 913 billion dollars were debated as the national debt reached about 37 billion, down from 334 billion a year earlier per Democratic sources.
debate centers on credentials as the Senate approved the appointment and the Court must now rule on his fitness. a southern senator could spark renewed controversy if rejected.
David Lawrence notes the U S Treasury ended July with a deficit of 249 384 405 dollars, more than twice the July 1936 shortfall. Expenditures rose in most departments, though WPA and PWA relief outlays slowed as recovery efforts continued.
Agricultural office warns hopper swarms threaten grasses and wheat in the new crop. County shop at Fairbury offers poison bait on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons only. farmers urged to use bait per published rules. Act while hoppers are small, agricultural agent says.
Local papers from Fairbury and Daykin Herald praised the Diller Pageant Parade with on the ground reporting. Clyde Moore of the News captured seven scenes in last week's issue and described it as one of the finest features in Nebraska small towns.
Governor Cochran and two others aboard a Nebraska state cabin plane were forced to land in a six foot tall cane patch at Garrison Kansas on Saturday while en route to the tri state national guard encampment at Fort Riley. The landing damaged wings and engine as the craft undershot a oats field. The governor said he felt better after the emergency landing and a Fort Riley plane later picked up him and his party.
A leprosy case reported in Lincoln. Local moves to Oklahoma. Diller prices rise to 10 cents a dozen. Gage county politics with Lind Nelson as sheriff candidate. Beatrice wedding August 1 1897 of Mr and Mrs Jesse Pierce. Large wedding notice for Jennie Kendall and Charley Osborn in Diller August 25 1897. Mayora Quartette performed at Methodist church. Obituary for Joseph Bixby Sr at Dilner August 21 1897 with family relatives listed. Marriages of George Cunningham and Lucy Flitinger August 19 1897, later separated. Governor Holcomb appoints Jefferson county delegation to Farmers National Congress in St Paul Aug 1 to Sept 6 1897. Names of delegates listed.
Fifty years ago O Gifford moved into a brick store in Endicott. W Kinyon visited New York while Mrs John Weers went to Minnesota. Scott Merril rejoiced as his wife returned home. A store hopp event ended with a fly paper mishap after excessive drinking. Fairbury granted a waterworks franchise to A L Strang of Omaha for 93 percent hydrant and 3000 dollar annual rent. Several residents moved homes and businesses, including Ad Thomas and Lightner.
Rev L J Wolff pastor C L Hullman speaks at Sunday School 9 30 English services 10 30 Ladies Aid meets next Thursday at Mrs Sasse home Annual Mission festival to be celebrated Sunday September 12 with Rev Churchill from Ohio preaching in the morning.
A man and his wife conflict arises from a difference in opinion about how the other thinks. The piece explores belief about each partner's thoughts and the misread intentions that follow.
The Rev. F. W. Nolte of Synod will preach in the evening while another pastor preaches at Falls City Sunday afternoon and evening as part of Missionfest events.
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