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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1907
Page
2
Field examination reveals widespread damage to wheat in the Nemaha bottoms with a large number of pests found. The fresh produce appeared broken and concerns grow over future yields as authorities note the pest presence across the area.
The Valparaiso state bank seeks permission to cut capital from 25000 to 15000 after an inquiry by Exam EB. Two of five stockholders plan to withdraw while three wish to keep capital. The board allows withdrawal with cash settlements for their shares and requires reductions to cover deficits.
Government survey officials Switzer and Harvey withdraw twelve sections of land in townships 32 and 24, range 45, from homestead claims as a resurvey proceeds. The withdrawal affects land rights in Nebraska.
Fragments indicate a blaze with about $300 covered stock insurance, while remaining losses and coverage details are unclear. The text suggests the fire involved insured and uninsured portions but lacks full details.
Fragments show unclear notes referencing county records and a 1887 date. Details are fragmented but imply a regional or archival inquiry into prior sejuritary matters.
The U S Supreme Court reversed Nebraska state court judgments holding directors of Capital National Bank Lincoln and related parties liable for about 35000 in damages. The case, arising from 1893 actions, involved Jones National Bank Seward and others with D B Thompson then minister to Mexico cited among principal directors.
A large fire in Filley Nebraska gutted the drug store of Wabler Butterfield and damaged multiple buildings in the business section. The blaze, likely incendiary, started around 4 o'clock and consumed offices of Dr. Boggs and Dr. Thornton, Elmer Groves barber shop, and C. H. Kenwood harness store, with some stock saved in the harness shop. The telephone exchange and postoffice area were saved by bucket brigades, with total losses about 4000 dollars, mostly insured.
Fragmented note describes green bugs appearing in Gage County and their damaging effects on crops. Farmers express concern over the pest outbreak and its potential impact on harvests.
The Nebraska wager association at College View plans to purchase property as a base for a Lincoln Selina branch and likely move headquarters to Lincoln within a few months. Total costs are estimated near 10 000 dollars.
Ashland Electric Light and Power Company reports its plant fire last week may prevent lighting service for the month. White coal and lamps are in high demand as churches suspend regular services and plan union services until power is restored.
Mra.dW. 3. Hanna of Twenty-fourth and Y streets Lincoln was run down by a spirited horse near Seth and O streets. She was taken home by the woman who was driving. The rig’s name is uncertain and the driver gave conflicting explanations. The horse was unruly.
City officials consider surveying existing sewer lines of substantial extent to determine which ones to repair and which to replace as part of creating a unified corporate sewer system.
Attorney General opines the Nebraska railway commission can raise or lower commodity maximum rates and express charges after hearings. The commodity rate covers stock potatoes grain nets fruit coal lumber and more. L S Wilson of Pawnee Oklahoma notes Oklahoma Republicans seek facts to oppose ratification of the proposed constitution.
The article notes an emergency clause affecting building material rates and express charges. It states that not more than eighty five percent of January 1 rates may be collected, with July 8 as the meeting date. A separate express charges bill carries an emergency clause but doubts about form reduce its efficacy. Traffic officials appeared conciliatory as the board, while cautious, favored limiting charges.
Allen x Gatchel E. A. oil inspector has given way A. B. Allen, until recently private secretary to Governor Sheldon. It is understood that D. W. Hoyt of York and J. Hull of Kear- are involved in the ongoing transition.
Fragmentary lines mention a bond related issue with unclear details. The text references a person and possible legal or financial matter but lacks concrete names, dates, or locations to firmly identify the event. Further readable context is needed for a precise summary.
Governor Sheldon questions several women seeking state board seats on child labor law inspections about how many children they have. He says the inquiry aims to gauge qualifications and does not imply bias toward large families.
The state may lose options on ground at the state home for friendless as an emergency clause was omitted from a $2,800 appropriation. The board of public properties learned funds won t be available until July 4 and warrants to John Burke for 1900 and to Mrs Emma Hough for 800 were ready to be issued when the omission was found.
Treasurer Brian reports the state has received the final dividend from the defunct First National Bank of Orleans, totaling 2000 dollars, bringing total payments to 4000 dollars. The deposit loss totaled 20000 dollars at the bank’s May 1897 failure, with 20 percent recovered through stockholder assessments, sent by Lincoln receiver J W McDonald.
An Indiana admirer asked Mr. Bryan on Monday if he would be nominated for the presidency next year. Bryan replied with a humorous parable about feeding ducks and cows to illustrate uncertainty. He said the ducks might have eaten the hay, though he would not say for certain.
A newspaper telegraph editor recalls handling five or six Nebraska murder items yearly and notes robbery is a common motive in many cases. The text implies robbery pressures intruding into ordinary life and domestic security.
Five miners including Superintendent Alex Jacobs died in a mine fire at Engleville after a year old blaze reignited. Rescue crews recovered the bodies as fire spread along the incline three miles from the opening, forcing a temporary net to contain the blaze and reach the victims. Names given: Alex Jacobs Frank Leo Carl Fulthere Giuseppe and Joe Betzzi.
In United States District Court Chicago Judge Landis fined Holbrook American Seating Co A H Andrews and nine other firms for conspiring in the furniture business in restraint of trade. The defendants pleaded guilty and the judge denounced methods of the scheme while noting penalties.
The obituary notes the death of Dr. Frank L. James in St. Louis from erysipelas. A Civil War era scientist, he contributed to government medical work and earlier helped develop mines planted in a bay to attack Union forces. Captured and tried by a court led by General B. L. Ler, he was condemned but escaped from New Orleans jail and fled to Japan before returning to the United States.
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