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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1914
Page
2
The Agriculture Department reports a June crop forecast of 900 million bushels of wheat, a new U.S. peak and about half of global output. Oats also show a large harvest, with expectations for a second largest ever. Farmers urge government aid to cope with high living costs.
Speakers at the national farm exercise in Philadelphia argued that an adequate rural credit system and farmer cooperation in purchasing supplies and marketing products offer the solution to the high cost of living. Dr. Kenyon L. Butterfield warned that credit to small farmers is the key to solving the food question.
Federal bulletins posted in post offices call for harvest help in Missouri Oklahoma and Kansas with stated needs of 30000 40000 and 46000 workers respectively. Kansas offers $2.50 per day and board while Missouri and South Dakota range from $2.00 to $3.50 per day and board.
Deputies seized a barn behind Frank J. Sieck's home containing crudely made lead coins dies and plaster casts used to mold dollars. United States Secret Service agent Hugh B. Mills, arriving from Omaha, investigated following a telegram.
Montreal insurers paid a claim exceeding 14 000 dollars to a leading local bank for registered mail aboard the Empress of Ireland. The loss involved commercial bonds the bank was sending to England, arising from the sinking.
A long running feud in Poplarville Mississippi rekindles tensions with fresh disputes resurfacing between longtime rivals. Community leaders urge calm as residents await events and potential confrontations. No arrests reported at this early stage.
Leavenworth inmate found guilty of conspiring to run amuck among civilians and white soldiers during unrest. Court records show intent to disrupt civilian and military order amid tensions.
Three administration trust bills cleared the House and moved to the Senate for action. The Covington interstate trade commission bill passed without a roll call, the Clayton omnibus and trust measure earned 275 votes to 54 against. President addresses graduates at Annapolis. School children at...
Reports from London and Washington describe militant suffragists bombing and arson attempts at Breadsall church and Dundhope castle while Sylvie Pankhurst threatens a protest at the House of Commons. In Mexico Huerta suspends the Tampico blockade as mediation at Niagara Falls unfolds with Carranza conditionally ready to participate.
Walthill Nebraska reports a major shakeup of officials on the Omaha and Winnebago reservations, described as the most thorough change in the two agencies' history. The department's strict supervision over Indians has extended to white farmers leasing lands, causing friction with local officials and residents. The superintendent now in charge will devote his entire time to the Omaha reservation.
The Norwegian collier Empress of Ireland remains trapped in the St. Lawrence, its battered nose pressing against Dominion Coal facilities as authorities assess salvage options.
The socialist convention concluded here on Tuesday night, ending a gathering marked by speeches, vote tallies, and plans for upcoming party actions.
President Wilson told over 5000 naval academy graduates that the United States should avoid force if possible. He called the American army and navy instruments of civilization and urged restraint rather than aggression as other nations had built wealth but faced disgrace through force.
Lincoln report notes Billiter delivered a stunning wrestling performance in Nebraska Bey's bout in Lincoln. Though Billiter lost the first fall, he launched a furious comeback with relentless offense, repeatedly putting Bey in jeopardy as the match resumed.
An 11 year old sixth grader at East St. Louis public schools won a spelling contest by correctly spelling 1400 words. The event limited to 35 sixth grade students and lasted eleven and a half hours.
A Burlington incident involves a shooting in which a victim sustained injuries from a bullet fired by Harry A Stout. Authorities identified Stout as the suspect and ongoing investigation aims to determine motive and charges.
Niagara Falls reports General Huerta pledges to resign the Mexican presidency when the country is politically pacified. Delegates to the mediation conference say he will not hide behind any agreement and will act openly on the resignation under pressure from events.
The steamer Zelyo Maru arrived at Salina Cruz, Mexico, on Sunday but did not land arms or ammunition and departed for Peru.
A terse report notes Niagara Paris from Ontario aims toward Tampico, raising concerns over renewed tensions between the United States and Mexico. Fearful observers await further developments as regional stability is challenged.
In Venice last autumn, a famous figure observed a painter sketching the Grand Canal. The patron, amused, praised the amateur and joked about the sketch. The man then revealed himself as John Singer Sargent, an American, introducing his own work.
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