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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1914
Page
3
The article describes homemade Christmas novelties in neckwear and muff covers, detailing velvet or fur neckpieces with tassels, beaded ornaments, and snap fasteners. Muffs, ruffles, satin linings, and leather or silk versions are noted, plus a collar box and sachets as simple tokens.
The article describes a tobacco pouch and dressing case bag crafted from four long narrow triangles of leather or plush with a silk lining. The outer bag has top edges blind-stitched, measures about 7% inches long and 3% inches wide per bag section, and includes a casing 1% inch from the top for elastic draw strings. Ribbon suspenders are sewn at each side for hanging.
The article notes gifts for men center on practical comfort with easily made items. It suggests a versatile basket for a den or bedroom holding ties, collars, pins, needles, thread and related notions, emphasizing homemade appeal and utility.
The item list includes portfolio letter box waste basket and candle shades. Made from wallpaper designs on heavy cardboard or wood bases. Describes black and white stripe with red flowers and dark red candle shade with gold braid. Leather and tiffany papers offered as stylish options.
A brief dispatch from the Western Newspaper Union notes that readers across Nebraska and nearby regions show strong interest in local journalism. The report highlights widespread engagement and the value of timely reporting for communities.
Surviving crew of the revenue cutter Tahoma endure five days afloat in open boats after striking an uncharted reef in the Aleutians. With near starvation and frozen feet, First Lieut Malloy's boat avoids whale attack and reaches Agatta Island to build shelter and signal for rescue. Cordova arrives by noon on the second day to save the remaining survivors.
The notice lists events including the annual Nebraska Art Association show in Lincoln for three weeks in December, a Kenesaw meeting from November 30 to December 1, Farmers Congress in Omaha December 8–10, Hotel Clerks convention in Lincoln December 16–17, County Poultry show in Pawnee City December 16–19, Farmers Society of Equity in Omaha December 5–10, and the State Bar Association in Lincoln December 28–29.
James Ryan of Red Willow County urges the Nebraska State Agricultural Board to establish a strong poultry department at the state farm. He laments the lack of poultry lectures and calls for state education in poultry to match other subjects, arguing hens are a vital Nebraskan asset.
Seven members of the Weeping Water high school football team traveling to Pawnee City were injured when a brake on a car carrying eight broke and the vehicle veered into a ditch near here. John Fitzpatrick was the most seriously hurt and doctors fear he may not recover.
Broken Bow city council plans a large skating rink by flooding part of the north side park when cold weather arrives. Electroliers have been installed to illuminate the area at night and the city will run the rink at its own expense.
Simple collars and vestees in sheer organza provide affordable embellishment for tailored suits. Descriptions include wired flaring collars with scalloped embroidery, lace trims, and a vestee band widening to the waist with decorative hooks and buttons.
Fremont youth Charles Leach harvested and weighed 2707 bushels of corn on Will Middaugh’s farm near Ames. He earned 109.28 dollars plus board and room for his work. The crop yielded about 40 bushels per acre and friends say a new local record was set.
Mr Ottens of near Berlin had a unusual accident while harvesting corn. He paused to grab an ear that lay low and ran a portion of corn into his ear, puncturing the ear drum. He required medical attention for the injury.
An acetylene generator exploded at N. F. Tilden’s blacksmith shop on Lincoln Avenue during welding. The blast injured no one seriously, shattered nearby windows, and blew a large hole through the roof.
Twenty five Gage county youths who attended the state farm at Lincoln organized a society at the home of Farm Demonstrator Liebers. Officers elected include President O H Liebers Vice President Ethel Fischbach Secretary Iva Layton Treasurer John Claassen. The club plans monthly meetings to discuss farm work topics.
Consul General Hendrick reports Norway will rely on imports for winter fruit as home crops fail. Norway's apple crop is light and Serbia cannot supply prunes due to war, creating a large opportunity for U S exporters of dried and green apples and prunes. Hamburg dealers have previously sourced most imports via German agents.
Aberdeen mourns the death of David Bennet celebrated as Scotland’s most famous mathematical coach. The Glasgow Herald recalls his teaching style mixing sharp language with witty prompts, noting his habit of challenging pupils with intriguing problems and playful phrases.
A wartime plan to assemble a regiment of Amazone organists collapsed. Women gathered instead, but insisted on 687 brands of face powder and 1,800 bottles of toilet water before heading to the front.
The text notes the buffalo population in the United States approximating three thousand individuals. No further details or dates are provided.
A six year old Munete boy, serving his first term in school, was surprised to be chosen to ride in a disease prevention parade float. A playmate asked why he hurried and the boy proudly answered the teacher had appointed him to be in the health parade.
Rankin and Uncle Sol Lodbuster discuss a cautious approach to driving amid a young chauffeur’s limited vehicle ownership. The narrator notes the driver’s inexperience and a morning incident where a bag of cate was placed in the car’s back.
The dialogue shows Gladye lamenting no free time and Charlie pressing for daily calls while Yvonne urges marriage for her friend. The tone hints at social pressures and relationship juggling in a domestic setting.
A patient questions Doctor Bones and his approach after an arm injury. The report mentions an unusual remedy involving tea, claimed to induce healing, and notes an unusual comment on canned whale meat being exported or widely used in Japan.
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