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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1934
Page
5
Roy Geer Ray Green and Orlo Geer drove to Lincoln and back last Sunday in a local outing highlighting family travel and road time.
Beatrice Nebraska firm A Palmer Company offers to exchange new furniture for a good used piano or player piano.
Jack Collier toured town on Wednesday advertising a tent show set for Odell at the start of next week.
Advertiser offers cash for a good used piano and asks interested owners to contact via P. O. Box 155 Beatrice Nebraska. Meanwhile Miss Edna Hullman, once employed in Beatrice, is listed as sick at her parents' home west of town.
Mr. Novotny, employed at Mrs Hiram Packer's, suffered a badly infected finger but is improving satisfactorily.
Mr Ace Richardson came home from Lincoln where he had visited a daughter. He has been bothered considerably lately with heart attacks.
The past week brought varied temperatures from hot to cool but remained dry throughout with no signs of rain. Local observations note consistent aridity despite temperature swings.
Rolf Beckman finds steady work in Fairbury with several sizable projects. He is finishing up painting and decorating the interior of the Baptist church at Harbine, keeping a full schedule despite various conditions.
Mr and Mrs Frank Grone and sisters Silvia and Erma Sible traveled to Lincoln for a shopping expedition. Mrs Violet Kunecke and her young son, visiting in Lincoln, returned to Diller with them.
A severe blaze swept through Chicago’s stock yards area causing cattle losses and extensive property damage. Authorities suggest a discarded cigarette stub might have sparked the fire, with investigators inspecting the scene for exact causes and safety lapses.
Mr. and Mrs R F Starr and Mr and Mrs Floyd Hughes of Endicott were guests at the Fred Clark home Sunday. Mr Starr returned to his work Monday and Mrs Starr remained to visit her daughter and other friends for a few days longer.
Mrs. Belle Robertson and Mrs. C. H. Cully visited Lincoln early this week. Mrs. Cully toured classes with her son Lynn as Monday and Tuesday marked the final regular session days before exams.
The piece notes that completing one graduation stage brings relief to parents yet warns that further schooling for many grandchildren could increase difficulties. It suggests continuing challenges as children advance through high school and beyond.
Rodger Arnt, five, son of Mr and Mrs Henry Arnt Jr, was struck in the eye by a sharp stick thrown by another boy. The stick punctured the eyeball above the pupil and he was taken to a Beatrice hospital for treatment with recovery uncertain.
The Diller markets report grain and livestock prices with corn futures at No. 2 mixed 42 to 43 cents per bushel and white and yellow corns at 43 cents. Hens, heavy, priced at 8 cents per pound. cattle prices show limited details. other entries appear corrupted.
Rev and Mrs Koehler and their daughter of the Reform church near Harbine were Diller callers Wednesday.
Mr and Mrs Henry Fouts of Lincoln were visitors at the home of their mother Mrs Eliza Fouts in this city last Sunday.
The Record notes Paul Cavett will graduate from Grand Island High School next week. He is the youngest son of Mr and Mrs Alva A Cavett of the city.
Diller plans night kittenball once the park lighting system is completed enabling practice. The task is described as difficult, likened to finding a needle in a haystack for players unaccustomed to night play.
Mrs. Corey and her daughter from Wymore visited Mrs. Coreys brothers Ab Bristor and Wm Bristor in Diller last Saturday. She was getting her car fixed before a planned trip to California. Report says Bill Bristor will drive the car.
Dr and Mrs Lyle and son Robert of Holdrege Nebraska visited the Diller public schools commencement exercises last Thursday. Their daughter Miss Marjorie Lyle accompanied them home on Friday.
Dr and Mrs Ellis attended the funeral of Mrs Fred Turner at Blue Springs on Wednesday afternoon. Mrs Turner was a former school mate of the Ellises in the Sicily Creek neighborhood about twelve miles east of Diller. Mrs Turner was a sister of Prof Floyd the piano tuner of Beatrice.
About 25 members of the Diller band joined many locals at the Zion Lutheran church picnic north of Harbine Monday evening. The band played an hour long concert to a large crowd and attendees enjoyed an excellent program in a scenic Nebraska grove.
Report notes Sam Hutchinson and John Steiner at work in the yard behind Sam's implement store. They handle a binder with unclear setup or teardown activity. Inquiry reveals only one binder sold in Jefferson county last year and possibly another this year, suggesting preparation rather than advertisement.
The banks will close on Thursday afternoons after June 1 for the season. The Record office plans Saturday closure in part due to Fern's practice baking. Forty years ago Diller thrived on Saturday afternoons but now residents go to Beatrice or Fairbury leaving Diller quiet except Saturday night.
Mrs Clark thanks county friends for kindness during her illness and expresses pleasure at returning to the office in this county school notes item.
Application blanks have been mailed to superintendents, principals, and eighth grade students. Eligible students in outside schools should request blanks now to avoid fall delays.
About two hundred rural students will receive diplomas at the annual eighth grade promotion at Fairbury city park on Thursday May 31 at 2 p m. The class will gather at 1 15 p m for directions and march to the park led by the Fairbury band under Harold Chatelain. The program includes American Legion medals for two meriting the honor and District Judge Fred W Messmore will give the address.
The Sun lists 25 veterans registered at convention headquarters ranging in age from 80 to 96. Mr. Colman, the last Diller G A R member, is 88 but unable to attend due to poor health.
Max Logan is doing a fine job painting Mrs Remley's house this week in the customary white color. The report notes steady progress and adherence to local practice in Diller.
District 86 teacher Miss Lot tie Hand of Wymore closed her school last Friday for a big picnic. She announced her marriage to Mr. Jess Ranger of Odell, which occurred last August. A shower of rice followed and usual treats were served. A second shower was planned for the bride.
May 18 closed for district picnic and ball game. Eleven pupils posted nine months of perfect attendance: Eunice Barber Dorothy Barber Kenneth Barber Charles Barber Dorothy Roelfs Dale Roelfs Garnet Barber Esther Roelfa Warren Roelfs Georgie Remples Erma June Remples. Six pupils had perfect spelling for nine months: Dorothy Barber Eunice Barber Erma Remple Garnet Barber Dorothy Roelfs Esther Roelfs. Charles Barber nine years with no absence or tardy. Pearl Sparks, teacher.
The mothers of the eight grade class hosted a May 17 reception for graduates and teacher Russel McCreight at the Beckwith home. They lit nine candles on a white cake symbolizing eight years of school life and served fresh strawberry ice cream sundaes and cake. Attendees included Mary Beckwith, Dale Close, Wallace Farrow, Dorthy Hilder, Scott Miller, Fern Nippert, Della Roelfs, Ervin Roelfs, Betty Thompson, Serenus Viers, Robert Patton, and McCreight.
On Friday May 18 1934 Blaus er school District 64 held a noon picnic dinner with 75 attendees. In the afternoon District 64 men played Oaks school District 64 and won 24 to 9. Ice cream and cake followed the game at the school house.
The N. R. C. The N. R. club met May 23 with nine members, five children and one visitor, Mrs. Albers. They spent the afternoon playing rock. High score went to Mrs. Will Ames, second to Mrs. Margaret Packer. A luncheon was served. Next meeting set for two weeks with Mrs. Arthur Grone.
Mrs. Scott Miller attended the Bridge Benefit hosted by the Fairbury Women’s Club at the Marietta hotel last Tuesday afternoon. The event supported the state convention to meet there next fall, using twenty four tables. Prizes donated by local merchants were awarded, with Mrs. Miller winning a tea prize, a sofa pillow, as punch and wafers were served at the close.
Mr. Chas Gaisford manager of the Reynolds Ramblers orchestra spent part of last week visiting cousins LaVern Pickard and family and Mrs. Fred Clark and family. This orchestra played at the firemen s dance Friday night.
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