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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1916
Page
2
A Canadian settler near Warner bought land at 20 dollars an acre. Last season his wheat crop paid the entire purchase price and operating costs, yielding a handsome profit. Canada’s trade with the United States shifts toward exports, with forecasts of a US surplus sale by year’s end.
A terse courtroom exchange ends with a judge remark about the troublemaker nature of the woman and the man’s fate as sparks fly upward. The dialogue implies a sharp confrontation and corrective judgment in a civil setting.
A 10 cent box claims to cure constipation indigestion biliousness and headaches by cleansing the stomach liver and bowels. The ad urges regular use for adults and children and notes that all stores stock Cascarets with the promise of health happiness and a clear head for months.
A pair of clipped remarks discuss the actor's commitment and Bure's acting ability. The lines reflect opinion on dedication, with a focus on performance effort and talent.
Western Newspaper Union reports Carranza forces failed to hold their end near Pancho Villa's pursuit and Villa fled to mountain strongholds. The issue of Mexican troops not cooperating with American forces is deemed gravest, with indications of withdrawals from active operations.
William Jennings Bryan returns to Lincoln to kick off the Nebraska primary campaign. He declares the state will instruct for Woodrow Wilson and praises President Wilson as chief executive, while praising his own role as a staunch supporter.
Washington reports the state department received a request from General Funston to use the Mexican rail line through El Paso to ship supplies to expeditionary forces in Mexico. The request will be sent to General Carranza with the de facto government’s backing, and officials expect approval.
Shanghai reports the revolt spreading with serious conditions in Yunnan and Kwangsi. Rumors claim provincial support for rebels and questions rise about Kwang-Tung governor Lunk Chi Kwang due to his missing hostage son. Tang Shao Yi and Wu Tingfang deny talks toward a peace settlement with Yuan Shikai.
Four German aeroplanes raided the east coast of Kent on Sunday. Official reports say nine people were killed and thirty-one injured. A British airman shot down one raider over the sea, with the German observer killed.
Berlin report says the national liberty party introduced a reichstag bill directing the chancellor to enter into no international agreements on submarine usage except for passenger carrying ships, aiming to limit Germany's naval commitments.
In San Diego the destroyer Stewart heads to Ensenada Mexico amid reports that 100 Americans fear a Carranza garrison revolt and potential Villa allegiance as the US expedition enters Mexico.
Washington reports that President Wigan signaled to the legislative committee of the National Guard association his intent to appoint an assistant secretary of war who is well versed in national guard affairs. The statement underscores the administration's focus on guard issues and readiness.
The county plans to sue nineteen insurance companies to recover $40,000 after disputes over loss estimates for the old court house fire. Talks to settle with insurers have stalled as representatives have not appeared. The board awaits adjustment before deciding rebuild plans.
A new brick boys’ unit is to be built this summer on the Fremont site north of town, matching the existing girls’ home. Twelve to sixteen boys will live there, at an estimated cost of about $12,000, with future units planned for the lodge’s Nebraska homes.
Rev. B. F. Galvin, pastor of the local Catholic church, was presented with a six cylinder automobile by his congregation to mark the twenty fifth anniversary of his ordination. He is highly regarded by parishioners and area residents. The church is among Nebraska's finest, valued over $100,000.
The will of the late Daniel Cook, banker, filed in county court, leaves his three children $23,500 total while Mrs. Elizabeth Cook, the widow, inherits the remainder of an estate estimated near one million ten thousand dollars.
Hastings democrats push to secure the state party headquarters as the campaign nears. They cite central location and superior hotel and railroad facilities as key advantages for the city.
The state convention of Spanish War veterans will be held in North Platte on June 5 and 6. The local camp is preparing for the entertainment of several hundred delegates expected to attend.
William Ball celebrated his ninety second birthday claiming to be the oldest living relative of George Washington. He notes his grandfather and Washington’s mother were cousins, linking Ball to the first president through family ties.
North Platte enters its fourth campaign over wet and dry issues with a promised bitter contest. The city faces an intense dispute as candidates pledge sharp contrast on alcohol policy. Local residents anticipate a heated public airing of positions and stakes.
At Fairbury lodge No. 35 Masonic meeting the members decided to erect a Masonic temple with a budget of fifteen thousand dollars.
Governor J H Morehead told the Nebraska DAR conference that women led most reforms for the state’s unfortunates. He said over 300 DAR members attended the annual meetings and credited women with initiating major social changes.
A touted health routine prescribes drinking a glass of hot water with a teaspoon of limestone phosphate before breakfast to neutralize and flush toxins from the stomach liver kidneys and bowels. The ad argues it prevents uric acid buildup, eases rheumatic pain and headaches, and leaves the body feeling clean and refreshed.
A jailer explains a passerby held as a witness in the case of Tough Jim who allegedly attempted to kill a man. Tough Jim is currently out on bail while authorities pursue the matter.
Fiery red pimples smeared with Cuticura Ointment on the finger tip for five to ten minutes then washed with Cuticura Soap. Claims quick drying with no irritation, promoting Cuticura as a universal skin remedy from infancy onward. Free sample by mail with a book for address postcard to Cuticura Dept. L Boston. Sold everywhere.
The text notes Prince Joachim as the Kaiser’s youngest son and the least military among the Hohenzollerns. It advertises Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets to regulate liver bowels and stomach, then states a quip about the flowing bowl and health.
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