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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1938
Page
4
WOW at Omaha reported the birth of six girls and one boy to a Cuban woman. The announcement was cleared by certain officials.
Monday two men discussed health problems with one proposing that authorities examine people for venerable diseases in what would be a harsh, Dickensian note on public health.
Fred J. Knispel of Plymouth visited the office today and placed an order for cards while declaring he would defeat Emil Ackman for sheriff this time.
The senate approved a bill Tuesday to authorize 72 new warships, expanding the U S Navy to its strongest fleet ever. Officials warn of potential threats as several rivals are viewed as looming antagonists.
The note suggests Jackie Coogan faces only 545924 dollars left from an estimated four million his mother managed. It hints at financial strain as she contends with new husbands and keeping money safe from creditors and hardship.
A reader complains about lack of bugs and small worms damaging elms and rose bushes. A remedy suggested is arsenate of lead spray, two tablespoons per gallon. A person with a strong spray could earn money doing this work.
No serious injuries in local minor crashes this week. Robert Fry backed into Smith Diller's street, triggering a collision with Garrett Ford’s vehicle as it passed, with Ford’s car flipping over twice. Kiether in a Chevrolet and L M Cavett in an Oldsmobile attempted to pass near the Congregational church Tuesday but nuisance damage only.
Readers are urged to send in favorite cake recipes for cash prizes from 25 dollars for first to 5 dollars for third. Judge C Houston Goudiss backs the contest in the newspaper food column What to Eat and Why. No purchase, no letter writing required. read the paper for details.
Weather notes describe heavy rainfall in Diller with 1.83 inches on Sunday and 4.16 inches for the week by Thursday morning. A stormy pattern continues from early Tuesday through late night, bringing persistent showers and damp conditions.
The Jefferson County Project Club held an Achievement Day in Fairbury on April 19 with Mrs. Ralph Long as hostess. A noon basket dinner was led by Mrs. Otto Nau, followed by a meeting attended by local women from Diller including Bianca Delano Ina Hill Ervin Mayborn A A Eick Wm Glathar Jr Beverly Carl Ludington and other members.
At a Birmingham Alabama general conference a majority backed uniting with the Methodist Episcopal group. Opponents warn more than 500 000 would leave the church. Senator Glass fears it would admit black members to white congregations. The split traces to slavery over 94 years ago and a civil court appeal is possible. The supreme council reportedly approved the union, while opponents threaten further action.
Fortunate recollections mark the forty year anniversary of Commodore Dewey's Manila Bay victory. The account notes the U S fleet entering the harbor at daybreak, engaging forts and Spanish ships, and destroying much of the fleet while a blockade formed around Manila.
We thank our many friends for sympathy help and beautiful flowers during illness and death of our loved ones. Raleigh Southwich and son Gail, Mr and Mrs M J Murray and son Robert, Mr and Mrs Herman Zeig, Mr and Mrs Orrl Mann, Mr and Mrs Clarence Murray and other relatives.
In Diller Markets list, Heavy Springs Leghorn Hens and lighter hens 4 to 5 pounds priced per pound. Heavy stags also offered per pound. Includes assorted weights and poultry terms.
Classified item listing shows white seed corn redcob for sale and farm equipment. Contact 21 Sam Thompson at Diller for details and price.
Fifty years ago this week in Rock Creek Tomemaker boys captured five young wolves. J B Zook attended the Democratic convention in Omaha as a delegate. Nearby town saw two sick horses, a twin birth near town, and a dancing party hosted by P McTygue. Music by C W Pearce on violin. Diller's opera house opened with a grand ball led by Jud Clark's Fairbury orchestra and Frank Emerson selling tickets. District 57 teacher Bert Ballard and students listed on honor roll.
C F Wagner pastor Mrs Ray Lamb S S Supt report Sunday school meets at 10 AM with a 11 AM service. Next Sunday Mother's Day observed with a message centered on cooperation in service. John Wesley tribute to his mother cited praising her original goodness and cheerful influence.
The Diller official Board Meeting will be held in the parsonage in Ellis on Thursday evening. Every Sunday School and church board member is asked to attend. The lay delegate election to the annual conference is next Sunday morning, with Mrs. C. F. Wagner as judge and Mesdames S. B. Viers and D. V. Fanders as tellers.
Next Sunday at the Congregational Church under Pastor Howard H. Pyche the Sunday School meets at 10. The theme is A salute to the Love that conquers with a Jr. choir special number and other music. All departments are urged to attend and bring flowers for the service.
Rev. L J Wolff pastor and C L Hullman superintendent. Sunday School at 9 30 English Services at 10 30 Luther League 7 30 Women’s Missionary Society meeting Wednesday at 2 pm at the church. Ladies Aid meeting Thursday at Mrs Fred Henrichs home. Do not let rain spoil your spiritual blessings.
St John s Evangelical Lutheran Church Lanham Nebraska invites all to Sunday services. Pastor W J Goemmel leads May 8 with Sunday School at 9 00 a m and Divine worship in German at 10 00 a m.
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