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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1938
Page
4
A nostalgic verse laments the passing of June in a quiet town. The narrator recalls fragrant June days, birdsong at dawn, and peaceful evenings, bidding farewell to a season that left warm memories behind.
Robert G. Simmons filed yesterday as a candidate for the Nebraska Supreme Court. The move places him in the state's judicial race, with formal nomination recorded for the upcoming election year.
A modern cottage rises at 15th and G streets in Fairbury for Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Weerts. The ongoing project showcases a compact design with contemporary finishes for the local couple.
Russell McCreight filed this week for nomination for Jefferson County Superintendent of Schools. He has taught in the Diller public school for several years and holds a high standing in the community.
Plymouth Democrat C. K. Nispel filed on Tuesday and Fairbury Republican J. S. Thornton also filed for the same legislative seat. Frank Welle is expected to seek nomination. another candidate may yet join.
A large bird, likely an ostrich, laid two small eggs on the sidewalk in front of the Record office Saturday night. Additional eggs were found at Moser's and at the Diller State Bank corner. The exact details are being guarded this time.
The Tuesday night free movie in the park drew large attendance while the Wednesday Donkey ball game failed to attract a crowd. Residents prefer entertainment but may avoid paying gate charges for familiar events amid busy schedules.
Former Lieutenant Governor Jurgensen of Omaha cannot seek re nomination after Nebraska Supreme Court ruling. Conviction for embezzlement caused loss of citizenship, preventing eligibility for the office.
Beatrice plans a Riverside Park celebration for July 4 while Jefferson County fears no Fourth this year. A city has long celebrated the holiday at the park but this year worries arise about events on August 18-19. Catholics at Fair may influence celebrations.
Beginning June 1 the Rock Island Railroad Company will carry mail between St Joseph Missouri and Fairbury Nebraska via its own truck route. Mail will not be carried on trains over the branch line after that date. It is said the service will be better with mail trucks making the trip from St Joseph to Fairbury and return the same day. Nebraska towns
In the Steele City News a reader asserts that pay should reflect skill not color and argues a skilled Black worker is worth more than a less skilled White worker, calling for wage equality based on ability.
Nathan H. Deaver of Gladstone withdraws from the race for the Democratic nomination for sheriff. He was a WPA member and faced removal from the WPA if he pursued candidacy. The move highlights perceived flaws in Nebraska primary election law allowing anyone to file for office.
Otto A. Roeseler a New York farmer installed steam heat in his tomato patch to speed ripening and fetch higher prices. A county farm agent notes he laid buried pipes heated ground to keep roots warm and his tomatoes matured about ten days ahead of nearby gardens.
The Chester Herald reports the Village Board authorized applying to the WPA for a sanitary sewerage system and disposal plant costing about 82 thousand dollars. The agency is asked to supply 10.5 thousand dollars in materials plus labor totaling 62.7 thousand, with the village contributing 9 thousand dollars. The piece notes this may be a rare chance for villages to obtain sewerage at low cost.
Fairbury city council approves National Youth Administration effort to craft floats and nursery rhyme figures for the Christmas parade set for late November or early December. Chamber of Commerce to supply materials about 250 dollars. city to cover supervision about 250 dollars. NYA workers paid by federal government about 2400 dollars.
Beatrice boosters push for sending the Fairbury boys and girls drum corps to the national convention. The group argues the Fairbury unit could compete and showcase local talent, with supporters urging participation and spirited display to prove their mettle.
Memorable incidents mark Nebraska independence celebrations. The first formal event occurred in 1854 at Bellevue as pioneers and their wives gathered for the early public observance.
The 1939 New York World's Fair relocates mature trees from five states to the 121642 acre site. Landscape engineers detail methods using modern tree movers to create a park like setting as 10 000 trees and 250 000 shrubs are transplanted. Harvey D. Gibson and Grover Whalen are pictured reviewing the landscape progress.
A collage of celebrations across Nebraska notes flag raisings and civic rites from 1859 to 1932. Events include the first Nebraska circus in Brownville, church cornerstone lays, constitutional debates, a 1876 abolition parade, Populist and AAU milestones, and grand island county jubilee as communities mark freedom and settlement with vivid tributes.
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