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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1914
Page
2
Senate approves bill to reform military law, shifting punishment from penitentiaries to a form of formal discipline. Fort Leavenworth would become a detention center under military regime, modeled after Aldershot, with confinement limited to penal servitude offenses.
Lincoln Nebraska manufacturers report an annual state payroll between 16 and 20 million dollars while Nebraska institutions show a detailed payroll of 15 622 204 dollars. Some corporations did not report this year but will be included in next year’s summary.
A year of experiments isolating tubercular families in model tenements reduced disease impact and improved overall conditions for the poor. The approach shows promise in preventing spread in crowded districts and lowering community costs for dependent families.
The Sakurajima eruption in southeast Japan wiped out the islanding villages and heavily damaged Kagoshima and coastal towns. Officials estimate deaths run into the hundreds as lava and pumice bury Akamicru Yokoyama and Koike before rescue teams begin digging out victims.
Confession from an 18 year old man known as Black Tony, alias Mic Share of Pueblo, to Omaha police admits shooting Henry Nickell. Investigators say the suspect, Cole Charted Bender, stated the fatal act occurred at the identified location.
An average of 160 000 J ty figures compiled. Of Sundays kes gous, or nearly half population.
Rescue efforts in Cumbre Chihuahua uncover charred remains from a tanker incident. The wreck involved a passenger train driven into a tunnel where a freight train was set alight by bandits. All aboard are feared dead, including the engine crew, with motives behind the crash uncertain.
Congress committees prepare to shape administration anti-trust bills. Debates focus on extending prohibition of holding companies, refining the interstate trade commission, and granting the commission power over railroads. President Wilson’s message guides the effort as leaders seek unity.
St. Petersburg reports the empire council passed stringent alcohol sale provisions. The bill bans spirits sales from 11 PM to 8 AM and after 6 o clock in the morning in towns. The measure aims to curb drinking and related disturbances nationwide.
A Houston area blaze caused extensive property damage estimated near one million dollars. Authorities say the fire affected several structures and disrupted local operations as investigators pursue the cause.
Spanish agents urge their countrymen in Torreon to evacuate before fighting in the Mexican town begins. Refugees from Chihuahua fear Villa will execute Spaniards aiding federals. The warning follows Villa’s threat to deal summarily with captured Spaniards, prompting fears of swift action.
Washington reports A Tibbetts of Lincoln is expected to be named solicitor of the Treasury Department with Bryan's support. Merton Corey of Clay Center has withdrawn. The post has been vacant since January 1 after W T Thompsons resignation, risking Nebraska missing out if not filled soon.
Washington Postmaster General Burleson opposes extensive postmasters conventions and overnational and state associations. He says time wasted by postal employees at meetings diverts them from duty, though he clarifies the remark applies to associations not official service organization.
James Adame notes in a letter to Senator Mitch Cook that the Federal Bureau of Forestry intends to open parts of Nebraska forestland to homestead entry. Mn Agalt states lack of knowledge about the Graves matter.
Omaha police announce an $8900 reward in a wide sweep with city and county officers joining Police Chief Dean of Kla pce to pursue leads and close the case.
Senate considered a constitutional amendment for woman suffrage but deferred action. The immigration committee pressed the Burnett bill with a test provision. House and New York officials urged foreign affairs to allow Niagara River water diversion for power. Hearings continued. Rep Baker planned to push the Asiatic exclusion bill.
The Senate General Wood told the military committee that the destruction of the military academy by union troops in 1864 violated laws of war. The immigration committee discussed the Burnett bill and literacy test. New York stock exchange reps backed Owen bill for federal regulation before the banking committee. Norrie resolution urged continued ICC investigation of New Haven railroad affairs. Agricultural extension bill passed in amended form. Nominations submitted including Medical Inspector William Braisted for surgeon general of the navy. Adjourned briefly for memorial exercises for late Representatives Rodenbury and Wiley.
Friday proceedings before the Interstate Commerce Committee covered Senate hearings on the trust bill. Representatives of the New York Stock Exchange appeared before the Banking Committee regarding the Owen bill. Confederate grave markings law extended to northern states. Adjournment was at 8:50 p m to noon Saturday. House discussed private bills. Commerce Committee heard merchants on the administration trust bill. District day postponed to next Monday or Thursday due to Representative Bremner’s funeral. Unanimous consent to continue good roads bill debate Saturday.
In Stockholm thirty thousand patriots marched before King Gustave and presented a petition for reinforced national defenses. The demonstrators, mainly small land and farm owners from all districts, urge immediate armament to counter feared Russian aggression.
President Huerta issues a decree to raise the army by 66 000 men including irregulars bringing total fighting force to 279 000. He declares an active campaign to mobilize all sections of the country.
A traveler recalls a tale from Africa where an office sample case is eaten by ostriches. The birds now bear numbered and dated ostrich eggs, a bizarre consequence that amuses the professor of natural history.
Dialogue highlights a comical misunderstanding as a husband reveals his wife plans to sell a supposedly tiny prize terrier. She insists the dog is the world’s smallest, while the husband notes she keeps mistaking it for a mouse.
The quote suggests experts are those who accomplish much with minimal shared knowledge, highlighting efficiency in leveraging limited information. It frames expertise as doing more with less.
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