Local notices and personnel movements from DeWitt and Omaha
Mise Ella Sasse traveled to DeWitt for a short work stint while W. H. Schmelle handles business in Omaha this week. A notice asks the return of tin shears owned by Waggoner Bros.
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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1918
Page
3
Mise Ella Sasse traveled to DeWitt for a short work stint while W. H. Schmelle handles business in Omaha this week. A notice asks the return of tin shears owned by Waggoner Bros.
One of the most common causes of insomnia and restlessness is indigestion. Take one Chamberlain's Tablet immediately after supper and see if you do not rest better and sleep better. They only cost a quarter.
A telegram from Washington reports that the S A T C at the State Farm, attended by several Diller youths, will be demobilized immediately.
Rhue Green arrived Monday night on leave from Harvard University in Boston where he is taking final instructions in the naval radio service. He is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Green.
Elmer Klein, brother of Mrs. Earl Riddle near Diller, was buried at Steele City Cemetery last Monday. He died of influenza at Camp Dodge, Iowa, at age 23 years 1 month and 9 days. his parents live in Fairbury.
The remedy's small beginning has grown into a world wide reputation and immense sales. It is claimed that only medicines with exceptional merit win esteem wherever they are known.
Max Merrel departed Sunday for Chicago to join the U S navy after a training period. He was accompanied by his wife and visited with his parents Mr and Mrs S R Merrell before her return to Junction City Kansas to live with the Pollands formerly of Fairbury Fairbury Journal.
The United States Department of Agriculture expects dairy cattle to double in value as Europe seeks to restock depleted herds after the war. Holland has placed an order for 6,000 dairy cattle while meat prices rise and milk substitutes appear in diets worldwide.
There is more Catarrh in this section than other diseases and is said to be incurable by local remedies. Hall's Catarrh Medicine, a constitutional remedy by F. J. Cheney & Co., is taken internally to affect the blood and mucous surfaces. A hundred dollar reward offered for any failure to cure. Bend for circulars and testimonials. Sold by druggists for 75 cents. Also Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Dr. G H Newton eyes ears nose and throat in Fairbury Neb 35 49 Mrs Geo Mason of Beatrice visits relatives and friends Harold Hutchinson had tonsils removed Monday at a Beatrice hospital If we could find money as easily as we find fault we would all be millionaires in a short time Christian church supper in the basement of the Mr E church last Saturday night was well patronized
The notice advises parents to obtain Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for croup and study the directions so they know the proper course to take during an attack. It emphasizes the remedy's popularity and success and the importance of following directions carefully.
State agronomy scientists report October rains left soil moisture as deep as six feet in corn stalk and stubble fields. They note November rains add water, with winter wheat fields showing two to two and a half feet of wet ground by late October. Experts say wheat is in better winter condition than in several years.
Mrs M P Harwood of Auburn New York writes she suffered two years from indigestion distress after eating headache and a tired languid feeling due to a torpid liver. After using Chamberlains Tablets for two bottles her health improved quickly.
Mrs K W Green, from Lincoln, spent Thanksgiving with Tiller relatives and friends in high spirits after receiving a letter from her husband serving with the American Expeditionary Forces in France. The note arrived shortly after the armistice was signed and described his ship’s safe arrival.
An advertisement touts the Grand Island Business College in Nebraska claiming merit and character determine business success. It argues competitors trained in an Accredited Commercial School have better letters, speech, and prospects, inviting readers to request a free catalogue.
During December 16 to 23 Nebraska will hold the Red Cross Membership Roll Call to renew expiring memberships and recruit new ones. Walter W. Head of Omaha National Bank is named State Director for Nebraska and urges a 100 percent membership with the slogan Every Man Woman And Child In Nebraska A Red Cross Member.
Diller Public Schools report various student activities and absences. Richard Mayborne finished a wash-cloth and begins a quilt block while Howard Stotts was absent this week. Mrs. Smiths visited for sickness, and visitors included Mrs. Robinson and Mrs. Hutchinson. Pupils in the second primary save pennies for war effort. Eighth graders took an agriculture trip. First grade to read from primer Friday. Penmanship practiced 20 minutes twice weekly. Freshmen and sophomores plan a country party at Mrs. Millers next Friday. Harold Hutchinson had tonsillectomy and knee xray showing torn knee tendons. will be bed-bound for weeks. impact noted by school. A war resolution honors Private Oscar L. Mathias, former pupil, who died in service. school extends sorrow and sympathy to family. The resolution appears in the Diller Record for the family. Committee: Carrol Diller, Lelia Hadley, Florence Bell.
An exhortation to Red Cross workers to continue their essential relief work amid ongoing conflict, emphasizing steadfast service and commitment to aid civilians and soldiers alike during difficult times.
A curious tale describes a pet parlor python lingering at a home three times weekly. When questioned about intentions, the serpent allegedly seeks a new parlor to haunt, altering its whereabouts with each visit.
Professor Stephen H. Bush of the University of Town has been cited twice for bravery by the French since arriving in France in January. The YMCA workers in the Moroccan divisions praised his courage in bringing in wounded under exposure. The French admire American YMCA personnel for their service and are forming a high opinion. Professor Bush heads the romance languages department at Iowa University.
Observers report myriads of glow worms flashing in unison at two Mindanao trees, with thousands of fireflies synchronizing for two to three seconds followed by longer dark periods. John Ve. Purcell noted the striking nocturnal display near Cotabato city, calling it one of the Philippines’ remarkable sights.
Receipts ran heavy with about 15 000 cattle and hogs 17 000 hogs. Beef cattle topped $16.25 for best and prices quoted range widely by grade from prime beeves to common. Hogs opened 10 20c lower with later losses of 25 40c. Sheep and lambs slow, prices steady for top grades but generally lower for the run.
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