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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1920
Page
2
The Diller Record column by Frank T. Pearce details subscription terms and advertising rates. One year or six months advance payments are listed with notices of second class mailing and office procedures.
In Jefferson County F M Tippin announces his nomination on the Republican ticket for Sheriff and pledges that votes from all parties at the November election will be appreciated.
The piece argues the defining issue for voters is rising prices rather than the League of Nations or prohibition. It contends that if living costs were lower, the League would have a better chance, since hard times at bread and meat reduce attention to broader causes.
The National Grange, world’s largest farm organization, refuses any union or political cooperation with labor leaders. It cites recent unauthorized strikes, such as railway switchmen and longshoremen, which harmed farmers by spoiling foodstuffs and delaying transport.
The Interchurch movement aimed to raise over a billion dollars to promote Protestantism but collapsed after private contributions did not materialize. The author argues the effort corrupted church purpose by tying growth to money and notes high initial campaign expenses.
C D Moore in St Joe Gazette criticizes sweeping fundraising drives that promise grand sums for church causes. He argues money should sustain ministers and core church duties, not circus like campaigns that profit committees and inflate expenses. He notes high potato costs barely concern average men, who only want one for their gasoline can.
Bruce Barton argues preachers should rely on reporters for guidance. An editor counters asking why grocerymen were not given the same counsel. The exchange highlights media confidence and calls for consistency in advising professionals.
A playful chat humorously ponders the ideal summer bloom the ice plant, followed by a shoe fitting mishap as someone tries on new footwear. A tongue in cheek moment hints at a cat proofing question, ending with a pun about a categorical answer.
Comic exchanges feature Jones and Becker delivering a sharp pun about lightning strike. Jones quips a puzzled remark, Becker replies with a witty twist about the kick. The dialogue showcases quick humor and character dynamics in a concise exchange.
The crowd mourns as Samson tears down the temple causing structure failure and potential peril. Voices plead for caution amid collapsing ruins and scarce building materials.
Becker He belongs to the few neither. The line contrasts social classes with sharp, ironic phrasing highlighting ambiguity in status.
A terse exchange presents conflicting views on autonomy and consent touching on respect for personal boundaries. The dialogue hints at a broader tension between desire for control and refusal to submit to others wishes.
A clipped exchange discusses direct actions and nutl ations with uncertain meaning. The lines suggest a discussion of fundamental facts and opinions without clarity on participants or context.
A quirky exchange notes a garden pot problem as neighbors’ chickens hinder soil work. The dialogue hints at backyard frustration with poultry disrupting gardening efforts.
Gossip notes Nell is infatuated with Ibsen as her latest interest. The chatter asks where she met him and who is newest in her social circle, reflecting a small town fixation on literary figures.
A remark plays on words about Cattem the tailor reminding of a clergyman. The speaker notes humor in the comparison and jokes about owing a bill to the tailor.
Hungeray declares return to monarchy and warns of a crowning mistake as political rhetoric rises. The statement signals a bold challenge to current leadership and hints at potential constitutional debates ahead.
A sharp line of dialogue depicts a speaker denying a new romantic sighting and admitting the partner was simply an old flame repurposed. The quip underscores themes of reuse and perception in social cleverness.
A brief dialogue fragment asks if people move in cycles and answers that those who can obtain any motor vehicle will do so. The exchange hints at technology adoption and behavioral patterns without further context.
A brief remark recalls an opportunity that arrived with GC and D but was not seized due to lack of ready cash. The exchange highlights hesitation and financial constraint as the barrier to action.
The article describes a government controlled hydrophone system on destroyers and merchant ships. It uses 48 receivers to detect underwater sound and determine water depth and vessel positions. Demonstrations showed listening to distant propeller noises, aiding foggy harbors and shoal navigation.
In Mayagua Nicaragua United States Marines stationed at the American legation guard report alligator tail steaks as the real thing for daily fare. They note gator meat is pale white and palatable with a flavor nearing salt pork. Other native options include broiled iguana which locals have eaten for years.
Infertile eggs keep under normal conditions at 60 to 80 degrees for four to five weeks whereas fertile eggs spoil in only a few days, according to the article.
Advice on daily tooth brushing and regular dental visits to prevent decay and gum disease. Poor oral care causes hollow cheeks, receding chins, and unattractive smiles. Modern dentists use soft wedges for spacing. old wires and screws are largely obsolete.
August Kabler, a non medical student at Berne, Switzerland, fell into a bear pit at the zoological gardens while throwing arrows. He was badly injured with his left arm and leg torn. he was taken to a hospital in a serious condition.
Following the Fourth of July, cattle receipts were light and prices sharply higher. Cattle ranged from 12.00 to 16.50 for beeves and yearlings, with hogs about 25 cents higher and tops to 15.25. Sheep and lambs numbered 16,500 head, moving slowly at generally 25 to 50 cents under last week, with fat lambs at 14.99 and ewes around 6.00.
The Nebraska Jefferson County probate court sets July 23 1920 hearing for Bert A administrator final account and distribution of Beulah Bell estate. Notice will be published in The Diller Record for three weeks. County Judge Renue A. D. 1920 presides with C H Denney as attorney for the estate.
Public probate notice for the estate of Mary Ann deceased presented at the county court in Fairbury. Petition filed by Ian Fouts requesting disposition of estate with hearing set and notice published to interested parties as required by law.
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