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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1926
Page
2
One million British coal miners walked out, paralyzing the industry and threatening the economy. Government leaders including Premier Stanley Baldwin warned of emergency powers as concerns grow over transport, railways, and industrial collapse amid wage and hours disputes dating to 1914 reforms.
After a nine month inquiry the national crime commission concludes remedies rest with states and citizens. The Federal Trade Commission announces dismissal of two complaints charging Holly Sugar corporation and others with Clayton Act violations in their directorate arrangements.
Based on studies by the army general staff the War department says outlying Hawaiian islands must host advanced air bases to defend Hawaii and safeguard key Pacific fortifications at Oahu.
Four major shipbuilding companies entered bids for one of two cruisers to be added to the United States Navy. All bids were reported near eleven million dollars, signaling a tight competition for the naval project.
A coalition of 24 civic and business groups moved to form the Chicago Association for Criminal Justice to study and combat crime in Chicago and Cook County. State's Attorney Crowe led efforts, securing a special grand jury and urging cooperation from officials. He warned his home might be bombed amid the surge in murders and holdups.
Two Iowa women enter the primary race despite the need to amend the constitution to allow women to hold state representative seats. Lawmakers have proposed removing the word male from eligibility provisions, aiming for voter approval in November. Some women already seek statewide posts, including secretary of state and state superintendent of public instruction.
Nebraska notes a driest April since 1910, while Fremont Elks plan a $50,000 home. Genoa hosts Rural Mail Carriers July 19 20. I O O F marks 107th anniversary. stock growers meet at Alliance June 3 4 5.
Poore announced 5200 young men from eight states will enroll this summer in Citizens Military Training Camps in the Seventh Corps Area. Eligibility is 17 to 31 with high moral character. Camps run Aug 1 to 30 at Fort Snelling Fort Des Moines Fort Leavenworth and a July 6 to Aug 6 session at Jefferson Barracks. Government provides food uniforms travel and medical care at no cost.
County Agent De Long reports the grape flea beetle has damaged swelling buds in Nebraska vineyards. The small bluish green beetle hides when disturbed. Control requires two pounds lead arsenate per 50 gallons water or two tablespoons per gallon, applied at bud swelling and again after about 10 days. A.V. Bryan of Mitchell claims Lincoln's Rose as a higher butterfat record cow than Loretta Lincoln's.
Omaha Lions club held a Nebraska Day luncheon showcasing foods from all parts of the state. The event aimed to strengthen relations with Lions clubs in other Nebraska cities and to become an annual tradition.
E. Morgan reports follow up results from poultry shows and expert guidance as he markets the heaviest White Rock hen in Nebraska. A hen weighing ten pounds was recently sold in the northeast region after trains visiting the area.
A highly noted birth at the Oehlrich estate eight miles east of town features a colt weighing 165 pounds at birth. Two twin foals weighed 72 pounds together with the smallest at 20 pounds, sparking much interest among local ranchers and farmers.
Antelope County received cans of young fish from the state hatchery at Valentine. The consignment included crappies rock bass perch and bluegills moved from the state fish car to the Neligh site.
Entrance requirements for the University of Nebraska College of Law increase from 60 to 65 credit hours for 1926 and 1927.
Facing high seed potato prices, Fremont growers plant potato peelings with deep eyes to sprout. This frugal method seen among local gardeners reflects cost saving during the planting season.
George Larimore of Humboldt paid more than $1,000 per acre for a well-improved ten acre tract a half mile north of Falls City in Richardson county setting a new land price record.
Albert Strate a 21 year old farm resident near here killed himself by taking poison believing God commanded him to die to atone for his sins.
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