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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1935
Page
5
Market price list for Diller Markets shows Wheat No 1 at 88 No 2 at 87, Corn mixed No 2 at 91, Corn white 92, yellow 298, with other items including green barley at 85 and hens heavy at 13. Some text appears garbled but indicates a corrected weekly market rundown.
Superintendent W. A. Schindler was listed as ill on Wednesday with the flu. The health setback prompted district officials to adjust plans while he recovers.
Mrs Elias Hadley, Scott Miller reported yesterday they saw the first robin. The sighting marks early spring activity in their neighborhood.
The Congregational Kingston group holds its annual doughnut sale at Waggoner Bros store this Saturday in February. Proceeds support church activities and community programs.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Frisbie from Lincoln visited relatives in the area on Sunday, spending the day with family in the locality.
The article notes the day before the groundhog’s forecast, suggesting a last look at seasonal hints before a six week pause in observation. It frames the superstition with a light, anticipatory tone about spring onset timing and local curiosity.
Rex Green and other family members were laid up late last week due to illness described as fiu. Bill Green was drafted into service on the mail route to cover duties during the absence.
An advertisement urges readers to keep radios in first class condition and directs inquiries to Al's Radio Shop in Jansen Nebraska offering expert service at a reasonable price.
Mr and Mrs Bugbee living one mile south and one mile east of Diller thank friends and neighbors for gathering at their place Tuesday afternoon to saw wood.
About half of Jefferson County car owners have obtained 1935 car licenses. Cars with old plates risk trouble for drivers after February 1st.
Fragmentary note records Mrs Hughes returning from Hebron last Friday after a planned visit. It mentions Mrs Hiatt driving to Diller and Hebron again, but details are unclear about people or purposes of the visits.
Mrs. Elizabeth Fouts, Kenneth’s mother, visited Beatrice last Sunday and was seen with her son at Ray Siodeute. She is said to remain there for a time.
Bill Bristol has been appointed as a mechanic at the Civilian Conservation Corps camp in Fairbury. He joins the camp staff to assist with vehicle and equipment maintenance and support ongoing forestry and conservation projects in the region.
A 6 30 p m Endeavor gathering invites all young people to join at the Congregational church for an evening program chaired by Lin.
Mrs Mary Strocky traveled to Blue Springs Sunday to visit her niece and planned to be away for several weeks.
Mr and Mrs Scott Miller enjoyed Will Rogers in County Chairman at the Fox Theatre in Beatrice Monday afternoon.
A saying links foggy January weather to the likely conditions of the coming summer. Observers suggest such phrases forecast broader patterns for heat and humidity, though no scientific basis is stated.
Mr and Mrs Cloyd Cully and their son traveled to Lincoln on Friday where Mr Cully joined a meeting of H P Law Co selling salesmen.
The Majestie theatre at Farrbury is undergoing renovation with new sound equipment installed in preparation for an opening show priced at 10 and 15 cents.
Clifford Sparks reports a new drug store will open at Liberty Nebraska replacing the recently sold AE store. The announcement names Liberty as the location and notes the substitution of the former outlet with a contemporary facility.
Mr Lyon Waggoner and Miss June Smallwood depart Worthington Minnesota after spending a week at Chas E Waggoner home.
An ambulance from the Waggoner Brothers removed Howard Jeffryes from his Lanham area farm to Odell hospital on Tuesday afternoon for treatment of a serious pneumonia case.
A letter from Mrs Seaton of Seaton Michigan arrives with a subscription notice and greetings to the Diller family. She is described as a daughter of the late Henry Mathias, sister to J W and Frank Mathias, and mentions Reed Ay Melitdale Michigan.
John Rahman traveled to Omaha on Sunday to consult an eye specialist about a cataract forming in his right eye. He received treatment and returned home on Tuesday but will need additional trips to the city for further care.
Mr and Mrs Christ M Mad den arrived to attend Mrs Wieths funeral then traveled to Seward Nebraska for a visit with Kenneth Fouts and his Long Grove Iowa home phrases indicate a side trip after the service to Kenneth Fouts and a stop at his Long Grove residence.
Mr and Mrs Howard Stotts of 6519 Francis announce the birth of a son Darrel Lee on Monday morning at Lincoln General Hospital. Mrs Stotts was formerly Miss June Johnson Lincoln Journal.
Alpha and Cordia Wiemers traveled to Falls City yesterday to invoice machinery they plan to use in their business there. They will ship out the old machinery they do not want.
Mrs Eva Green says her sister Mrs Viona Coleman of Lincoln underwent a major operation at Bryan Memorial hospital last Monday forenoon and is in fine condition and plans to return home in Dill er today.
Residents of Diller and Steele City faced over two hours without lights after a fire at Lanham. The article notes improper switching caused the blackout, suggesting the power company has lines built for emergencies but an agent failed to act.
Endicott defeated Diller high school in a close basketball game last Friday with a 19 to 20 score. The article notes Endicott's winter basketball strength and Odell's long standing edge in summer baseball spanning four decades. The writer hints at shifting momentum in future contests.
Sunday afternoon January 27 pupils parents and school district No 64 gathered to celebrate teacher Miss Esther Malchow birthday anniversary. The event featured singing contests an old time spelling game won by Mrs John Thye ice cream and cake and attendees wished Miss Malchow many more happy birthdays.
The Diller Woman's Club met January 23 at 8 PM with Mrs. I R Andrews and Miss Lucille Hansen assisting. Mrs. O J Mayborn led the meeting and current events focused on Russia and Hungary. The program featured instrumental and vocal pieces, including Russian Lullaby and Hungarian Dance, with solos by Gretchen Fanders and others. The next meeting is February 13 at 2 30 PM at the home of Mrs Ida W Christie Sea man.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Polfus of Beatrice observed their 37th wedding anniversary at the home of their daughter Mrs. Orval Richardson, a couple of miles east of town, last Sunday. Also present were Mr. and Mrs. Paul Renz and daughter Phyllis, Mrs. Renz a Polfus daughter, plus A. O. Richardson and Mrs. E. J. Roberts.
A pleasant surprise Sunday at the Frerichs home near Fairbury honored Mrs Katherine Frerichs aged 78 with 80 birthday gifts and cards. Phillip Taddiken Joe Junker John Weerts and Rev Wolff attended after church bringing baskets as the guests and a bountiful meal followed.
Bethel school district residents gathered Friday January 25 for a festive program organized by Miss Gwendolyn LePoidevin. The event featured community singing led by Mrs. Frank Cully pantomime readings accordion and saxophone numbers young performers readings and violin music with Mrs Cully and Mr Henry Giesbrecht. games and refreshments followed. About 70 people attended.
A young girl living with her parents near town during her first school days with Miss Raymond asks her mother why schools must have stop days. The child wonders about Saturday and Sunday breaks, reflecting early classroom routines.
Members of the LALC gathered January 25 at Alvina Rose man home. They enjoyed a noon buffet, quilting, a shared meal prepared with help from Sadie Roseman, and a brief business meeting. One member, Mrs. Maynard Mason, was absent. Gratitude was expressed for grandma Roseman and many men who helped. The group planned a reunion for February 8 with Sadie Roseman.
A birthday gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Roseman Jr. honored their daughter Leona on her second birthday January 28. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Renz and families, Mr. and Mrs. Maynard Mason and families, Grandma Roseman, Elmer and Evelyn Eberiessy, with ice cream cake and games.
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