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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1917
Page
3
Fremont prepares for a national power farming demonstration from August 4 to 10. Exhibitors may arrive early and stay indefinitely after the show. The Fremont Commercial club has leased 3,000 acres near tractor HQ for demonstrations and expects record crowds as war farm programs spur interest.
Ralph Mulford won the 150 mile race in Omaha on July 4 with an average speed of 101 mph despite two stops. Joe Thomas Walter Haines Tommy Melton Eddie Hearne Dave Lewis Andy Burk and Billy Taylor followed in order. Tom Alley crashed on the first lap injuring his mechanic Billy Salmon. The 50 mile consolation was won by Dave Lewis at 108.27 mph with Mulford second and Milton third.
Deputy U S Marshal Carroll arrested 26 year old John Trohs on an alien enemy charge. Trohs is accused of leading a group that enticed a man from his home near Dunning, gagged and clubbed him, drove him to a distant farm and partially stripped him before painting with turpentine. He is jailed with two other alleged aliens awaiting war’s end.
The Nebraska Manufacturers association plans to address a statewide labor shortage by shifting labor between industries where scarce. They propose cooperative car loading to ease freight shortages and will soon conduct an industrial survey of the state at the government's request.
The general contract for York's new hotel includes heating plumbing sewerage electrical work elevator and excavation. Bids on file estimate the cost at about 40 000 and work will start at once.
Nebraska has joined the roll of honor of states that furnished their full army quotas. The state’s quota is 2,334 men, with 2,306 recruited and accepted. Ten other states have furnished their re-mainder.
An extended meditation on soil and the acre as a vast field of potential. The text cites the book Letters of an Old Farmer to His Son, praising the enduring mystery and charm of land and urging a trained mind to unlock its powers. It compares an acre to a good friend, ever rich in surprises and treasures, undiminished by time.
In a Cleveland Plain Dealer note, Pilgrim exchanges in Salem recount how Justice Winslow sentenced Dame Keziah to the ducking stool ten times in the bay, sparking the joke that this marked the origin of a well known phrase.
A New York correspondent notes 1910s editorials calling for many doctors for foreign fronts. He recalls a prior surplus that led some MDs to switch trades, while current demand surges for French and British needs. He warns of possible needs for alienists amid Russian upheaval.
A doctor in the front row rises when a grave voice asks if Doctor Blank is in the audience. He moves with calm authority toward the door where a young man awaits. The dialogue implies a critical situation and a request to settle a small account this evening.
A fragment traces the first Irish jaunting car started by Carlo Banconi in Dublin. He charged about four cents per mile for passengers, noting this modest beginning led to the growth of a broader carriage service industry.
The onions suit a wide range of climates but thrive best in rich sandy loam with humus. Land should be easily worked and weed control simple, ideally following a previous cultivated crop. Propagation methods include sowing in rows, transplanting seedlings from beds, or planting sets kept over winter. Sets mature earlier than seed, transplanting uses greenhouse or bed nursery seed, and regional harvest varies with season.
Advice on feeding calves begins with offering clover or alfalfa hay when they show interest in roughage. Introduce a small amount of dry grain gradually, using a box for access, and increase quantities slowly to avoid overfeeding. Do not feed more hay than the calf will consume in a short period and avoid excessive grain intake.
A gardening note explains Swiss chard as a versatile greens crop. It offers continuous harvest by cutting leaves and replenishing growth, with midrib removal yielding spinach like leaves and occasional use of the midrib and milerib as cooked greens.
The note warns lice multiply in heat and advises observing them in a shaded spot and taking action as needed. It emphasizes vigilance and direct observation of the pests as conditions change.
The article explains September planting can yield some fruit for late autumn and beyond. Spring-planted runners can create new beds in September, with best results in a favorable autumn and excellent soil. Late varieties may perform similarly whether planted in September or spring, and first-year plants may set more runners for future crops.
The method uses two ground points A and B opposite the stack and a cord stretched over the top from A to B. After transferring the cord to the ground positions A1 and B1 with equal spacing, the distance ClT1 equals the height of the stack in feet.
A practical potato bug spray uses two ounces of arsenate of lead per gallon of water. Dissolve the arsenate in a small amount of water before diluting. Six pounds of arsenate with 50 gallons of water yields enough solution to spray about two thirds of an acre. The preparation adheres to plants and is gentler on foliage than paris green.
A farmer who burns straw is condemned as unspeakable, with no dictionary word adequate to describe his mental state or moral wrongdoing. Straw makes humus and crops, and feeding beings this year will keep civilization on track.
Guidance on horse hoof trimming methods noting neglect can cause cracks and lameness. Mentions using a knife or rasp to trim hooves and maintain health.
A compact gardening note urges growers to plant a portion of vegetables if full crop production isn’t feasible. Tips emphasize choosing hardy varieties and planning for a steady harvest across seasons.
Plant a large bed of strawberries this season and ensure proper spacing, soil preparation, and irrigation to maximize yields. Choose disease resistant varieties and mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
A viewer comments on Meané Hix as a clever financier remarking he never took advantage of others, contrasting him with Dix who is said to have nothing. The dialogue implies a playful assessment of financial cunning versus miserliness.
Small ad describes soothing ointment for skin itch and burn care. Mentions a Day Toilets and Nursery preparations and fees completed by ani with one Address postcard. Cuticura Dept Boston sold everywhere. Ady.
Article discusses fears among dog owners about a heavy tax on new dogs, touching on economic strain and frugal lifestyles for those with small incomes. Mentions food costs and potential impact on breeding and ownership.
A railroad official invites stern officials to address grievances in a formal session. The communication hints at upcoming discussions and potential policy adjustments involving railway operations and stakeholder concerns.
Quebec's wine output reached 1,774,080 pounds in the past year, reflecting production volume for the province's industry.
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