19 Oct 1934
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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1934
Page
1
Lincoln resident Harley Moffit involved in the insurance business was in Diller on Monday for unspecified business.
A 1926 Chevrolet coach is offered for sale this week in good running order with good rubber. The first buyer at 27 dollars and 50 cents secures the vehicle. Lloyd Hurst and Mrs. Avis Stengel are mentioned among local visitors at A. A. Howard's Rock Creek home.
Former wartime French leader Raymond Poincare died at his Paris home early Monday morning October 15. He was 74 years old.
Dwight Griswold is set to address attendees in Orlell at 10 a.m. A lunch will be served, and visitors are invited to bring their cups.
Fragmentary ad copy references St. Louis Cardinals and a Camells cigarette brand claim. The text is incomplete, unclear who is paid, and mentions two others who do not smoke at a location or event.
British scholar Dr Aubrey Diller, who spent time in England at London and Cambridge researching Greek topics, now works in France at the Library of Paris pursuing the same scholarly aim.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Hiatt left their car last Saturday for Miami Florida to attend the American Legion and Auxiliary conventions there Mrs Hiatt a district president was a delegate from Nebraska to the events.
A person taken into custody in a Falls City hobo camp this week proved to be a woman in disguise. She said she left her Heron Lake Minnesota home last Thursday for Kansas City with relatives consent.
The own-Nebraska game at Lincoln last Saturday drew about 35 000 fans, ranking third in the nation for the day. General admission was 1 10 and reserved seats cost 2 20.
Wednesday afternoon Miss Baith Finch a teacher seven miles east and five miles north of Diller was knocked down and gored while trying to drive a cow from the school yard. Students aided and the wound was sterilized and dressed.
A thousand midwestern physicians gather in Omaha for a week of post-graduate study from Oct. 29 to Nov. 2. The second annual Omaha Mid West Clinical society assembly will be led by twelve distinguished medical men with headquarters at the Hotel Paxton.
The 1934 Nebraska state fair shows a deficit of 4402 with no legal obligations against the association. The deficit may be deducted from contracts that provide pro rata payments if expenses aren’t met, and the legislature may be asked to cover the shortfall. Total expenses reached 588.00 and receipts were 47,536.00.
Milton Fry of North Platte reports a partial crop failure in his district due to irrigation water shortage. He claims the shortage was caused by political influence and group hostility to Lincoln against Keith Neville, expressing suspicion that water went to areas with the most votes.
W C Andreas agricultural agent says a corn hog compliance check up will begin early next week in Jefferson county. A Fairbury school trains supervisors to estimate corn acres count hogs and fill compliance blanks. Selected applicants from each precinct with a card hog contract and no prior employment will fill blanks approved by an allotment committee and Washington before farmers receive final payments of 14c per hog and 1.00 per head on hogs with a December 1 installment if contract terms are met.
A fine program is planned for union services Sunday evening. Dr E C McDade Methodist district superintendent will be the speaker. The union orchestra directed by Mrs W A Schindler makes its first appearance. Proceeds fund orchestra music. Singers are invited to help with the choir. Join one hundred to share the hour.
Press reports indicate the corn hog program faces a two to one approval in the producing states. Nebraska and Kansas oppose extending the program next year. Sixteen states vote, with non signers mostly against the measure.
A large tile silo on the Jake Dawson farm three miles west of Wymore blew up Saturday night scattering wreckage six feet high. The silo had been partially filled weeks ago and filling concluded Saturday afternoon. Gas formation is stated as the cause. Mr. Dawson's son resides on the farm.
Notice to subscribers invites taking advantage of a 50 cent magazine offer advertised in the Record for a couple of years. The offer ends in two weeks before likely discontinuation. A list of magazines offered appears in another column.
In a few days you may need to protect your car radiator from freezing. We offer Prestone antifreeze and anti rust alcohol at reasonable prices. Service Station. Phone 66.
Frank M. Rain, a popular young Republican candidate for county attorney, met voters Monday in this part of the county. He outlined his qualifications and pledged his platform in a companion column in this issue.
Diller Woman's Club members joined the Nebraska Federation of Women's Clubs at Fairbury for a state convention. Highlights included a proposed One House Legislature talk by Geo. W. Norris, a Chicago travel lecture, dramatic reading by Mrs. Carl Hawkinson, and a John Hay review by Mrs. David S. Simm. Banquet and district luncheons accompanied daily sessions.
Two 6-man football demonstration games were played at Athletic Park Beatrice under lights. The Cortland 13 Odell 0 win and Beatrice 19 Chester 13 produced excitement as coaches from across the state observed the new format. Hubert Filley coaches Cortland. attendees included Mr and Mrs W S Filley and Mrs Wells Andrews. Cortland pursues strong record with four wins in five games.
In Omaha Rev. E. J. Flannagan urged laws to hold fathers responsible for their children's offenses. He criticized antiquated juvenile statutes that punish child delinquents while guardians escape accountability.
Diller Cemetery and Prairie Home face extensive work after a drought left most bluegrass dead. Five acres must be reseeded next spring with grading and filling of low spots and foundations. The Cemetery Board seeks FERA labor, but county rulings block aid for non taxed corporations. Moon of Fairbury may supply helpers. owners may need to contribute funds as endowment income falls short.
The Jefferson County Federation of Women’s Clubs announces the 10th annual convention in Diller Opera House on Tuesday October 23 with registration at 10 A M. A covered dish luncheon at noon at City Hall, speakers include district president Mrs R Hill of Hebron and co chairwoman Mrs A A Dreier of York.
The Congregational church celebrated its 50th anniversary with morning and afternoon programs. Dr. Knauer and Mrs. Line addressed attendees while music by the orchestra and soloists complemented the event. A special dinner followed with many members and out of town guests in attendance.
Edmund Schank was found guilty in Beatrice district court of assault and battery in the death of Friel Rabb last June. He received a 60 day jail term after the jury rejected manslaughter and recommended leniency citing self defense and a struggle that left Rabb dead.
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