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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1937
Page
1
Rural letter carrier Scott Miller found a large yellow grasshopper cause a car misfire. The insect trapped a hind leg on a spark plug and died when removed, restoring function. Miller claims to be the first hopper electrocutor.
Farmers over the county have spread over 100 tons of grass hopper bait since control measures began in late May by the county agricultural agency. Those using it believe it helped, while nonusers think it did not. any effective method to kill hoppers is seen as beneficial.
A deal between Rolf Beckman and Mrs. Seaman yields Beckman acquiring the Thompson place barn while the residence receives two coats of white paint. Beckman plans to use the lumber to upgrade his own home.
The CCC unit at Fairbury relocated from the barracks to tents across the road south of the fair grounds after orders due to oil storage tanks located south of the grounds.
Mr and Mrs John Hayworth of Omaha attended the funeral of Mrs Thos Stanosheck at Odell last Friday. They also visited their aged uncle and aunt Mr and Mrs Isaac Saylor in Diller to pay respects.
Adam Gretzinger has suffered three weeks of liver trouble and remains bedridden at his home north of Steele City. He is slowly improving, underscoring a cautious return to health.
Rev. S. Harvey aged 67, pastor of the Congregational church at Liberty, died Sunday night after a long illness. Funeral services were held on Wednesday.
A forced workman was engaged by Dr. O. C. Diehl for barn remodeling on his farm about 14 miles from town. The worker, believed to be Lee Uaikias, is linked to the case. Authorities investigate possible coercion and labor violations.
The Diller State Bank announces a new air cooler installed to make the bank’s offices more comfortable for staff and customers.
Jefferson County VFW sponsors a carnival at the county fairgrounds next week to raise funds and support veterans programs. Proceeds benefit local veterans groups and community services.
The article notes recurring north west rain storms in the area with a big blow and rain following. It records 1.42 inches on Friday night and 0.40 inch on Saturday night, then a light sprinkle Monday morning and totals 4.46 inches for the season so far.
Mr and Mrs Will Amos and Mr and Mrs Howard Peters left Sunday in the Amos car for Colorado Springs and other Rocky Mountain points. Colorado Springs is a principal Rocky Mountain show place. Ben Sieboldt will handle affairs at the Amos farm during their absence. Howard and wife are enjoying a vacation.
W A Snyder received word from a niece in Trenton Missouri of the death of Wilson Wright there about three weeks ago. He had been ill with diabetes and recently fell breaking a bone in his arm. He did not live long after the accident. Wright was a resident of this vicinity many years ago as a young man.
Mr and Mrs A O Richardson of Ogems Wisconsin announce their daughter Me and Mrs Frankbie elg will visit in Gernison Iowa en route to a brief stop with Mrs Richardson s sister Mr and Mrs Jas Pickard will tend the farm during their absence
It lists upcoming picnics in Plymouth on August 5 and 6 Odell August 10 and 11 Diller August 18 and 14 Hanover August 17 to 19 Blue Springs August 19 and 20 and Gage Co Fair August 24 to 27 inc.
Library hours listed as 1 030 to 9 00 on weekdays and Saturday evenings from 7 to 9. Story Hour is on Wednesday for all children with welcome attendance.
A muffled relic reads about a crop yield with mentions of fields and names obscured by OCR errors. The fragment hints at a farming scene with Seodeen and blenty crops, but lacks clear actors or dates.
Gerd Henrichs purchased the Carl Mueller farm located northwest of the area, marking a notable land transfer in the region. The transaction details show the acquisition of a long standing agricultural property likely to influence local farming arrangements.
An unusual crowd attends the Fairbury fair with a principal attraction featuring Bartholomew in Captain Courageous at the Bonham venue. The event draws residents for a notable show in a festive atmosphere.
It.ie reports Henry lost two cows when lightning struck the barn on the Jack Hill farm Friday night. Fry also lost a cow to lightning the same night.
Clarence Nies is described as having a pronounced attack of tonsillitis. The report notes illness and medical attention but does not provide further details about treatment or duration.
A Nebraska community invites children to participate in a parade on July 31 with crafts displays and a handcraft show by John Greider. Residents for 60 years or more to join parade, prizes offered for best entries, two free acts, baseball game and dances.
Jefferson County will be represented at the 4-H Club week in Seward this August. Several clubs have indicated their intention to attend. A 25 cent fee will cover the cost. Transportation arrangements will be made after registration is complete.
Virgil Geer and Chester Weaver traveled to Grand Island Sunday to visit their sister Mrs. Hazel Carpenter and Hazel's young son from Garden Valley. They stayed with Mr. and Mrs. Roy Geer, relatives and friends noted the visit.
Postmaster Gretchen Wobiforth attends a meeting or picnic to discuss posting duties. Beckman is employed to supply Post Office furniture and fixtures, including a coat of last week.
Mrs Hesgy Hemminger and her daughter in law were visiting Diller on Friday afternoon, spending time with local acquaintances during an afternoon call.
Fairbury hosts two beauty contests next week at the Bonham Theatre. On Thursday evening August 5 contestants from Jansen Daykie Plymouth Marbine Powell Gladstone Helvey Diller Steele City Endicott Reynolds Bowers vie to represent Miss Jefferson County. Diller entrants include Velma Wehling Billie Bristol Gretchen Fanciers Lucille Barnett Wealthy Fasnacht Fern Nippert Dorothy Nippert Leona Sediacek Betty Thompson. About 35 girls are in the county contest. Friday August 6 Fairbury will crown Miss Fairbury with Ruth Jones and Miss Nebraska 1936 in attendance to assist in placing the crown.
Albert Koepff editor of the Daykin Herald offers a rhymed summary of Daykin versus Ohiowa. Daykin loses 10 to 3 with hits near even, errors plentiful, and a hopeful line that they will beat them next time.
County Treasurer C. G. Catlin welcomed Walter H. Jensen state treasurer last Friday. They demonstrated a card index system in the county treasurer's office that quickly locates delinquent personal tax amounts. Jensen praised the method and took samples and box descriptions to encourage adoption by other counties.
With Scout Master Rev Wolff guiding, the Boy Scouts performed a multi day service this week. They cleaned the building frontage south of the Record office and coated the front woodwork with white paint to match neighboring structures.
A Jefferson County farm tour organized by county farmers and men is set for September 15. The event runs from 9 30 a m to 3 30 p m and includes topics of interest to women observers such as drainage and modern farm practices.
Mrs J L Fairley and daughter Ruth of near Bower won trips to the 4 H nation camp in Seward. Mrs Fairley won in the 4 H leaders division and Ruth in the 4 H members division. Only two awards were given in this district. The Fairleys seek a better rural home with pond and wild ducks year round, adding to a community effort and natural resource stewardship. Forty other winners will attend the Seward convention.
Some Figuring Editor Cramb visited pasture land on south Rose Creek near Endicott and counted grasshoppers. He calculated 97 per square yard across 2000 acres, yielding 82,000,000,000 carloads as the needed poison quantity, though he did not know the poison type. A rough mishap with a hawk caused him to pause and swear.
Fragmentary text references Elder Watkins returning from a journey and mentions corn repeatedly with phrases like Ahmen and defender. The readable material suggests a rural or agricultural context but lacks clear events or names to confirm specifics.
Last Sunday in Estes Park Colorado did not reach 80 degrees with afternoon readings dipping to around 60 in some areas. Local observers reported cooler conditions across the foothill town.
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