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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1914
Page
8
The building is described as red mat faced brick with terra cotta trim, steel and reinforced concrete. Contract cost was $85,000 and total with plumbing and ventilating systems is $100,000. Reproducing the structure on the Farm campus would cost $100,000, with $10,000 worth of fixtures in the present building rendered worthless if removed, and the present building suited only to school use.
In a remarks excerpt, Richard L. Metcalfe argues for keeping the state agricultural institution separate to better serve public interests. He contends the farm aids vocational education, benefiting youths who may not pursue university studies and assisting future merchants and businessmen.
August Burdin Republican candidate for representative in the Tenth district argues to keep the university at its current location if the site meets demand. He emphasizes local needs and practicality in backing the present site.
Republican candidate E. P. Friis for the Twelfth district says if elected he will heed majority sentiment. He notes local support appears strong for measure 305, home campus extension, and urges voters to reflect the district’s views.
P C Funk, Democratic candidate for renomination as representative of the Sixty third district, says he has worked against university removal since the last legislative session and will keep campaigning until the polls choose in November.
C W a candidate for state senate district three endorses measure 3805 home campus extension and criticizes relocating the eg ms to the farm campus arguing it lacks wisdom and economy.
W. H. Young, a Republican candidate for railway commissioner, argues against moving the campus to the farm site. He says the removal should not be made.
Allen L. Powell declares candidacy for the Fifth Congressional District seat, signaling emphasis on university affairs and Serer term concerns in a local political slate.
A lawmaker recounts introducing House Roll 245 in the House and pressing the measure through conference committee during travels across the state, aiming to secure passage despite limited remarks from others.
W. H. Puls a Democratic candidate for the Eighth district argues favoring Measure 305 to extend home campus to save taxpayers money. He says moving to the state farm would delay students three to four years from their studies.
J Moore the democratic candidate for representative in the Fifty-eighth district voices opposition to removing the university from the present site and endorses Measure 305 for a home campus extension.
Robert E. Cutler, a progressive candidate for representative in the Fortieth district, argues students at the agricultural college will become better farmers if the university stays where it is, and he will vote to keep it present unless persuaded otherwise.
Republican John T. Wood, candidate for representative in the Fifty-eighth district, states from his personal view that Measure No. 305 on the home campus extension will receive about all the votes in Custer county.
Clyde H. Barnard, Republican candidate for secretary of state, says location of the university is irrelevant to its growth and urges extending the campus and acquiring more land by condemnation to meet university needs.
Edward P Brown a Republican State University regent candidate endorses campus extension and opposes removal. He states his support for extending campus facilities and plans to advocate for the measure at the election, urging voters to back the extension.
Wm. H. Smith, a Democrat running for state auditor, states he remains opposed to removing the university. He offers no reasons to change his position and asserts his opposition as of now.
Clark Jeary, answering for Edwin Jeary, Republican candidate for renomination as representative in the Thirtieth district, asserts Jeary still holds his views and would support the cause if elected. Jeary is out of the city but seen as standing with the current location.
L Will, Republican candidate for representative in the Fortieth district, argues against moving the university citing the huge relocation cost and loss of train service. He says the current site benefits students who work to pay for education and helps produce valuable citizens.
A fragment of campaign correspondence shows Republican candidate Mon Broderick opposing moving the state university and arguing to keep it at its present site. Democratic candidate Wan is referenced as opposing removal as well.
Democratic state senate contender Dr Jas B Hungate endorses extending home campus facilities in the Second District. He argues the plan will boost local education and economic development during the campaign.
Democratic candidate J M Grace urges keeping the university in place and pushing forward with campus expansion while campaigning for renomination to the Twenty First District state senate.
Democratic secretary of state Charles W. Pool endorses measure 305 to retain the present campus and extend onto adjoining land, signaling official support for the proposal.
Quotes from Harrison C. Palmer and Henry C. Peterson show clear support for campus extension. Palmer urges no reasonable case against removal while Peterson advocates home campus extension in railway affairs.
A. S. Topps, Republican candidate for state senator in the Thirteenth district, voiced opposition to relocating the university. He argued that moving now would likely hinder the institution for decades and expressed support for downtown expansion instead.
L R Lambert a republican and progressive candidate for representative in the Thirty second district states removal of the university is up to state voters and he is against 804. He argues the issue is not pertinent to the race.
E C Whitman Republican candidate for representative argues against moving or closing the university campus extension, calling it a heavy tax burden with little benefit and praising the current plant. He presents no strong reasons for removal and urges maintaining the status quo.
Samuel T. Lang, Republican candidate for representative in the Thirtieth district, endorses measure 305 home campus extension and opposes increased taxation while urging a responsible path for university welfare. He supports pursuing the only possible course if elected and warns against removal actions.
A university student speaks in support of the home campus extension proposition C. E. senator, th district, noting personal work during student years to cover expenses and predicting many youths will face similar needs. The statement emphasizes continued campus expansion as aid to affordability.
Local candidates from the Democratic and Progressive parties weigh in on Measure 305 home campus extension and oppose moving the university to the state farm. They argue saving 3 million dollars for residents and call for balanced arguments before the decision.
Niels P. Hansen, progressive candidate for state senator Thirteenth district, backs measure 305 for campus expansion. Supporters argue growth and opportunity while opponents caution costs and feasibility.
Ralph S. Moseley, Republican candidate for representative in the Thirtieth district, argues against reconsidering Measure 304, citing students' financial circumstances and calling for a better campus condition. He reflects on his college activism and ongoing public service.
Franklin C. Hamer, Republican candidate for state treasurer, argues removal of academic departments is not in the university’s best interests and would move them to the state farm. He frames the issue as a defense of academic integrity and local control.
W C Davison Republican candidate for the Thirty fifth district urges keeping the present location and extension of the agricultural school and farm. He opposes moving to the state farm or consolidating with the School of Agriculture, arguing Nebraska’s growth requires all available space for existing programs and that relocation would raise taxes.
In a Columbus case, Joseph Henry Lumpkin rejects an injunction to halt a planing mill near a wealthy resident. He declares machinery noise not a nuisance and will serve as a lullaby, contrasting two natural sounds he deems objectionable.
The New York American notes the scientific world lacks facts on the origin of life and the origin of cells. It states that all animals begin as minute cells, each species having its own fixed cell type, and that each kind of cell does not change into another. The origin of the cell itself remains totally unknown.
A curious prerogative among peers includes claiming the bed and bedding, where the bedding featured embroidered coverlids of velvet or silk and priceless materials. The fragment notes the unusual perquisite tied to aristocratic use and privilege.
In Kotron Ivory Coast locals believe harming a turtle brings death or illness. A turtle carrying a man ashore after a voyage is seen as a sign. since then they never eat that species. When a washed ashore, women sing beat sticks and place a white cloth on its back before offering food and returning it to sea.
The piece explains insurance origins in medieval Italy, noting Florence as an early center in the sixteenth century. It contrasts Roman approaches, where the state offered guarantees for wartime voyages, with later failures to claim damages for sunken ships.
The First National Bank of Diller Nebraska closes its affairs and calls all note holders and creditors to present notes and claims for payment. Dated July 27, 1914. Stos. P. Price, cashier.
Creditors of Albert C Wood estate in Jefferson County Nebraska must present claims by February 24 1915 or be barred. A meeting for examination allowance is set for February 2 1915 at 1 PM in the county court room. Publication in Diller Record for four weeks before February 2 1915. C C BoyLg County Judge.
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