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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1912
Page
3
A nostalgic poem recalls a man named Doddridge finishing a pumpkin pie and wandering through vivid memories of a bygone rural childhood. He envisions a country lane, a keen eyed boy with a basket, a cheerful girl, an old school and creaking wagon wheels, the shellbark hickory, a kitchen door, and the scent of cider before waking to finish his pie.
The piece argues true gratitude rests not on earthly blessings or government, but on the believer's trust in God. It stresses that God loves the world, rules all, and uses events to defeat evil, making genuine thanksgiving inward and spiritual rather than national boast.
A single speaker bemoans choosing one pumpkin to bring home for Thanksgiving pies in a comic bug world. The tone blends whimsy with family plans as pumpkins become a sought after treasure.
The text notes many sorrows yet insists all have joys and gives praise to the Lord for enduring goodness. A psalmist declares gratitude and recalls cries from the depths that were heard by the Lord.
Nebraska finishes another season with a clean slate in conference play and successfully defends its title after Lincoln Saturdays gridiron results in the Missouri Valley. Only inter conference games were Nebraska and Missouri beating Kansas and Washington respectively. Iowa Aggies of Ames lost to Iowa University and Drake fell to Grinnell College.
Beatrice Commercial club directors discussed hiring an expert to demonstrate improved farming methods and advise farmers. The program, already in several counties in eastern states, would begin in Gage County once Professor Pugsley of the Nebraska agricultural school returns from Washington.
Johnnie Elliott two died in a runaway accident Sunday after leaving grandparents James and Mrs Allman. Horse spooked by a motorcycle causing the vehicle to bolt, breaking the child's neck. The boy was in the care of Mr and Mrs James E Elliott.
Beatrice county supervisors in Gage offer 2000 dollars for the arrest and conviction of the killer of John Meintz, a former deputy county clerk, near the Western hotel in Lincoln. A total reward pool now reaches 3400 dollars when including the state and relatives.
A California inventor proposes a self cleansing water trough. A rotating perforated pipe flushes the trough as water runs from a hydrant. The cradle like trough hangs from the pipe and can invert for cleaning or feeding when attached to a hose.
A farmer details Merino sheep husbandry practices including shelter, feeding, lambing, and ram management. The article describes a closed barn with separate racks, fall feeding to wintering condition, summer and winter care, morning grazing, limited salt, constant water, no ram-wether breeding, and specific grain rations for rams and lambs.
A farmer’s hack uses mower truck parts, hammer, and chisel to craft a loading tool. It modifies sickle bar guards into adjustable heights, enabling a cart and moving pigs or calves between pens with ease.
A movable fodder rack built on two 10 foot runners uses five 2x4 cross members with 5 foot sides forming a 16 to 18 inch bottom clearance. Tight grain feed and fodder can be placed inside and the rack also holds hay. it can be relocated as needed according to the Iowa Homestead.
Lincoln Nebraska will likely see the relocation of a German Evangelical Lutheran seminary from Burlington Iowa. The move would shift the board of publication departments to Lincoln making the city the publishing center. The seminary currently holds a $50 000 endowment and plans to double it during relocation efforts.
Tecumseh couple receives telegram announcing Arthur G. Kavanagh was promoted from lieutenant commander to commander in the United States Navy. His next rank will be captain. Commander Kavanagh sailed on the battleship Tennessee toward Constantinople.
Inferior sows lower herd averages while muddy pens and winter housing affect hogs. Sheep tolerate rough land better than other stock except goats. Emphasizes purebred swine breeding, brood sow selection, range lamb feeding advantages, and cautious cattle feeding. Highlights shelter, dry ground, and proper winter housing for market hogs and young horses.
Excavation underway near the courthouse for a new Carnegie library and Y M C A building in Seward. Projected cost about 18000 dollars, funded by popular subscription.
Beatrice postmaster Sausman resigns effective upon successor announcement. Several men bid for the fourth class civil service position in Cortland.
In Aurora a crowd of 500 witnessed Art Cole push County Judge Jeffers in his car named Old Lig around the city square as part of a novel election bet. The wager was agreed earlier that Aldrich would win and Jeffers would receive the similar ride if he lost.
Cabbage may cure slobber in horses caused by eating white clover, though the better approach is to keep clover away from the animals to prevent slobber from forming.
Instructions on early colt handling to lead a horse without separating from its dam. A trainer places a small halter on the colt and has someone lead the mare to encourage the foal to follow. Gentle pressure teaches the colt to follow calmly, avoiding fright or injury to prevent future nervousness.
Farmers urged to judge team weight for effective deep plowing. Light mules or horses hinder soil stirring. accurate team weight ensures proper plow depth and farming efficiency.
The text notes that a man who maintains neat hog yards is unlikely to suffer cholera or other diseases if he also feeds good clean feed.
An old-time baking tale contrasts luck with modern science as Calumet Baking Powder is praised for reliability. The ad touts purity and consistent results, citing awards from Chicago 1907 and Paris, claiming significant savings in time and ingredients by preventing failures.
The piece declares a wedding occurring at last with Flo-The clergyman as the groom and notes he will be paid for the arrangement and bears no responsibility.
Philip Miller, Probate Judge of Gray County Kansas, reports relief from five years of heart and kidney trouble after using Dodds Kidney Pills for about a year. He weighs 200 pounds and urges others to try the remedy, noting no recurrence of symptoms. The ad promotes 60 cent boxes and offers free household hints music and recipes.
A young candidate asks how donors would respond to a hundred dollar contribution. Mr Dustin Stax reframes the issue asking what the donor would do if the candidate were elected. The exchange highlights concerns over accountability and future actions.
The drama in this town unfolds as a blunt manager warns the enterprise will go broke, revealing stress among staff and the impact on local affairs. The scene centers on management decisions and community reactions as numbers dwindle.
A girl matures and shifts her fashion, reducing the number of waistline pins she wears as she ages. The note observes a change in accessories reflecting growing wisdom and restraint.
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