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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1926
Page
2
A local political race centers on Sheriff nomination with Tippin affirmed as the candidate. The filing and ballot date are noted in community notices as part of the upcoming election timetable.
The post office department expects a new two cent commemorative stamp for sale around November first. If it is as attractive as the large stamp currently on sale, some may regret the Battle of White Plains being fought.
States on the Pacific coast promote a new beauty contest with Indian and other contestants. California and other states note the appeal of Indian girls as potential winners, promising an engaging pageant with diverse beauty entries.
Observers around the national capital doubt any tariff revision this session though some indicate a broad dressing of the issue may occur. Fears and hopes hinge on Senate and House actions as trade policy remains unsettled.
The article hints at Tom Taggart, a major Indiana politician, managing a gambling joint. It notes the discrepancy between his public stature and private gambling ties, while Edna Ferber is cited as portraying such figures in fiction.
A garbled report quotes a concery economist arguing the nation is prosperous but warns about foreign conditions. He notes three factors tied to installment buying and personal finances, suggesting many rely on credit while also acknowledging broader hardships.
In a terse political reflection, the piece argues against judging a candidate by religion, calling it Smith’s alleged handicap in seeking the presidency. The author asserts the public should not consider religious beliefs when evaluating fitness for office.
The piece argues President Coolidge sees the U S as advanced in air transportation, ready to match or exceed other nations in both civilian and military aviation. It notes a shift from warships to air fleets and claims Uncle Sam values enjoyment but maintains strong fighting strength, with a long history of resilience.
Washington correspondent notes Al Smith and W G McAdoo are in a grip aimed at political death for one or the other. Republican students seek the easier defeat, watching a major contest among party leaders. The piece hints at finding a stronger man with a clean record, perhaps rising from obscurity, while noting neither Smith nor McAdoo can be nominated if the other remains viable.
Fragmentary wartime note warns of near danger and possible escalation. Mentions a “big stick” policy, U S forces, factions in China, and concerns about kidnapping and unsettled issues. Reflects tense mood and calls for caution amid global strife.
Fragmentary notes mention money per acre and large sums, with references to a carrier Lang and harbor maneuvers. Details are garbled, making precise events or names uncertain.
The beaver is not extinct in the country with 62 000 individuals counted in Colorado and Montana alone. The population is rising as numbers increase.
A young colorist ascends a ladder daily to apply finishing touches at the Rainbow City Sesqui Century Expo in Philadelphia. The event opens June 1 and runs through December 1 to mark the 150th anniversary of American independence.
A partial, readable OCR fragment lists scattered names and phrases without clear context. The legible bits reference individuals such as Seana and a “Rota” name and mention generic terms like beer and idle phrases, but no cohesive event or status is identifiable.
A wealthy recluse Sir John kept a chest rumored to hold gold and stones. When opened after his death, it revealed only a boy's toys the top, whip, cord, and kite, cherished by him in memory of a bright son who died early.
A report explains Thomas A Edison perfected a new recording disc with 450 grooves per inch, far surpassing the 94 grooves per inch of current records. The article describes the technology as a major advance for playback quality and audio fidelity.
First pub Oct 1 last pn Oct 22 probate notice in State of Jefferson. In the matter of the estate of Sarah deceased E Darr, attorney, invites claims against the estate by August [date unreadable]. Court orders payment and claims must be presented by the deadline. Dated this 7th day of October.
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