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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1921
Page
2
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The report cites the American Press Association as the source of a foreign representative update. Details are limited in the fragment, but it notes activities or statements attributed to the association and its governing or coordinating role. Further context is unavailable from the readable text.
Beatrice weekly editorial argues turnout will be low as Nebraskans confront four new laws. It suggests many voters are uninterested in issues like anti-picketing and bank charter requirements, warns referendum could be unnecessary and costly, and notes lawmakers could repeal measures or let them fade into obscurity.
The navy emphasizes high moral and physical standards for enlistees, with five of six applicants rejected. After months of drill and disciplined living, recruits gain health and vigor. Major training centers include Great Lakes and Newport, featuring well lit, heated facilities with modern amenities.
The text describes naval training at stations before joining a fleet voyage. It portrays battleships as floating cities with ample food, ice plants, printing facilities, libraries, medical staff, and leisure options. Sundays are observed strictly. It argues service builds character, education, and transferable trades for better citizenship after enlistment.
The Nebraska legislature enacts the Norval Language Law making English the official language for state proceedings and schools. It bans teaching non English subjects below grade eight and prohibits language based discrimination in meetings and organizations with penalties from $25 to $100 or up to ninety days in jail.
The article explains two methods for simulating fairies in film. One hides a small actress far in the background to appear tiny, the other uses a mirror setup to reflect a performer behind the camera area. A cake with candles on the table creates the illusion of dancing in the flame through staged reflections.
A mother prepares to sweep away hair clippings when Peggy asks if she will throw the hair away. Peggy suggests using it to make hair grow on grandpa who has none, prompting a humorous exchange about hair and grandpa’s baldness.
Footprints 130 years old, left by Keoua s army fleeing Pele near Hilo, were found in the Kau desert by Prof. T A Jagger Jr and team. Impressions show rapid retreat in volcanic ash and may date to 1790 the last Kilauea eruption. Tracks to be enclosed within the new Kilauea National Park for preservation.
Five thousand women attended a Tokyo feminist forum where mother-in-law authority, dress reform, and divorce laws dominated discussions. Two thousand were turned away as interest surged. Miss Florence Wells of the YWCA noted long sleeves hinder work like typing, urging practical dress changes. Native YWCA members joined the audience.
Mechanics Magazine reports a new hold up solution using concealed steel drop panels above cashier windows. Panels arm at a button, protect an unoccupied booth, with small portholes for the cashier to fire if needed. An 18 inch alarm rings when the drop is activated, adding a technical safeguard amid robberies.
A London dispatch explains a new play based traffic education for kids. The game uses a queue train and a policeman to teach crossing, looking both ways, boarding buses, and avoiding danger zones to reduce street accidents.
The article lauds Peak as America’s most famous landmark, noting its 14,109 foot summit and panoramic views across five to six states. It praises the automobile highway from Colorado Springs and Manitou to the summit as the era’s greatest road feat, a 16 mile, 20 to 50 foot wide route with up to 10 percent grade and dramatic views as cars move on different levels.
A fragment recalls Peggy complaining about being corrected for bad English. After a tense study session she sighs and hugs her dog Spots, saying she is glad the pet does not know what is happening.
In the matter of the Estate of Mary Miller deceased Adeline V Kennedy petitions for proving the last will and testament and administration granted to Adeline V Kennedy as executrix hearing set June 15 1921 at 9 AM at County Court notice to interested parties by publication in the Diller Record for three weeks prior to the hearing Louis J Nutzman County Judge Frank L Rain attorney for estate
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