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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1916
Page
4
The notice states advertising rates for mail transmission through the Diller Nebraska post office. It notes that business locals are run until ordered out and priced at five cents per line for each insertion.
Public notices announce political announcements running from now until the April primary. Advertised price is $3.09 cash with order.
Sheriff announces candidacy for Jefferson County office subject to Democratic primary in April 1916. P. H. SHFA. Another candidate declares for sheriff subject to Republican and Progressive primaries in April 1916. CHARLES E. GILMORE.
Louis J Nutzman announces candidacy for county judge on the non partisan Judiciary ballot. Primary election set for April 18, 1916, Jefferson County voters to decide.
Charles H. McGfe announces his candidacy for Clerk of the District Court of Jefferson County Nebraska at the Republican primary on April 18 1916. He states the campaign is subject to Republican electors.
A Minneapolis Journal summary argues that American theater now prioritizes comedy and entertainment over literature and classical drama. It laments the public's demand for constant amusement and believes serious themes have faded into the background as audiences seek laughter.
A farmer recalls ridding a barn of rats by luring them to a single water source and poisoning it with strychnine. The method killed twenty three rats the first night and nineteen the second, with many more dying afterward.
The editor quotes a humorous exchange about happiness and marriage. An ardent lover calls marriage the acme of happiness while a seasoned husband adds the point of loving the woman you marry. The Louisville Courier Journal caption frames a witty domestic reflection.
A consoling widow recalls John as a good man though old fashioned. The Albany Argus reports he was killed by a runaway horse in a tragic rural incident, prompting condolences from a sympathetic friend.
A health guide advises conserving all edible vegetable material by scraping thin skins and paring minimally. Reserve the cooking liquid for soups and sauces, cook vegetables until tender, avoid overcooking to prevent strong flavors and poor digestion, and add salt when boiling fresh vegetables while older, tougher ones receive salting near the end.
A Mother's Magazine article argues the final thought at night and a peaceful mealtime create a joyous disposition in children. It notes that punishment before bed harms mood and digestion and warns anger or tears at meals spoil both digestion and the day’s mood.
A brisk guide urges better home maintenance. It covers lamp care with chimney and kerosene, clock upkeep, and keeping tools in sight. Practical tips emphasize regular cleaning, proper winding, and placing useful items where seen for ease of use.
Use potato water from boiled potatoes to soak the stained linen in a clean white bowl until the spots fade. If stains persist apply ammonia or alcohol, rub firmly, then rinse well before washing. After ironing and finishing, the stains should disappear.
Guidelines for dressing a two year old with back lacing and decorative cords. Suggests using a light cord with tassels for back fastening on simple designs and recommends white laces or cords on sleeves to avoid over decoration on plain baby garments.
A school notes upcoming winter term uniforms for sixteen year old girls. Velvet skirts with matching caft satin shirts, three quarter length velvet coats with fur collars, and soft lining are described in leaf shade colors. The description emphasizes coordinated velveteen ensembles for Sunday best.
Tom Buford, a west ern paper reporter, quits his dull job to cover a steamboat disaster. He braves delays and a telegraph blackout, enlists a former operator turned tramp, and drafts the story for the afternoon edition. His bold effort yields the exclusive, prompting the editor to reward his courage.
Read advise on storing summer footwear to avoid cracking and stiffness. Clean, dry, and preserve leather with vaseline and paper filling for spring wear. Also warns against green wallpaper in nurseries due to arsenic content and potential ingestion by children.
Cleaning and storage tips for gowns emphasize hanging inside a muslin bag. Turn the dress inside out and add taped loops along the inside wrist area, then attach a muslin strip to connect to the bag drawstring. The setup prevents fabric from dragging and keeps the gown neat.
Guidance on serving salads with meals from early courses to dessert. It covers timing for informal and formal meals, utensil choices, plating options, and hostess or waiter roles in presenting the salad to guests.
A historical note recalls a doctor who opposed tight collars and warned of neck nerves and gland disruption from close fit. The piece shifts to a tale of an English skipper near Rotterdam and a bygone custom of seven wives in ancient Media.
Fragmentary excerpt discusses influence of the dead on the living, memory shaping arts and thoughts, and claimed dependencies with ancestors. Mentions institutions, theft, and lingering effects of past minds on present relations and affections. Ends with reference to Andrews Ney.
Fragmentary notice presents a quirky mix of phrases about cautions and legal phrases. It mentions an acquittal in a Wiscons in case and a Boston prospect, with a proverb about quarrels and thunder showers, urging vigilance and hope for a rainbow.
A puzzling line from the Boston Transcript recalls a figure described as the Told No Lie Man From Collection Azenes. The note mentions recognition and fame as perfume, while a Socratic theme hints at dating and meeting with an unexplained subject.
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