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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1911
Page
2
Two boys aged twelve and seven, Herman and Max Sapson, sons of a Lincoln man, died in a fire at J. Lockhart's home. The younger boy perished on the back porch tent. the elder died en route to care. Origin of the blaze remains a mystery.
State House report notes Burlington and other railroads likely match a 3 cent round trip fare to the state fair with potential further cuts on branch lines. Secretary Mellor cites connections from Grand Island and mentions potato yields at soldiers’ home and Lincoln asylum. State banks studied by the banking board show deposits guaranteed by the state have ceased under the guarantee law.
A sweep of Nebraska items notes student work earnings in Lincoln, a fatal Fremont fire caused by a cigarette, and $13 100 in purses at the state fair. Other items cover Jason Reed’s accident in Wymore, new railway mail service for Fairbury, plans to curb Sutton coursing, Cody’s wild west tribute at North Platte, and local fire headquarters in Wymore.
Mr Latta accompanied by physician Dr Luken traveled to Rochester where he will likely undergo surgery. He reports feeling well and in good spirits despite recent illness. A tornado earlier damaged Hebron causing wrecked high school, church, parsonage, and uprooted trees with an estimated loss of about 50000 dollars.
Census bulletin shows central states farm land value per acre nearly doubles since 1900. Total farm land and buildings exceed 20 million in 1919 with farm numbers barely up. Western expansion boosts acreages in North and South Dakota Nebraska Kansas Minnesota Wisconsin and Michigan while older states lose relative importance.
In a sweltering heat wave, Dr Alexander Graham Bell showcases a cooling device by feeding 200 pounds of ice weekly into an ice box and piping chilled air into a former swimming tank used as his study. An electric fan regulates the flow. The invention remains unpatented.
The cavalry branch gains military value from wireless telegraphy now tested at the receiving station. A collapsible steel mast augments field deployments. The Texas troop gathering aimed to form a single vast military unit and succeeded for the first time in years.
The Interior Department issues warnings about reclamation projects after misrepresentations by land agents. No sale should be made to any land owner unless they are an actual bona fide resident on the land.
Testimonial style note touts Dr Munyon Uric Acid Course as a marvelous remedy for uric acid disease. A supporter claims pain vanished and urges readers to seek confidential medical guidance and treatment under Munyon instructions without fees for consultation.
Anxious Scots visitor arrives to find the ill friend improving. She asks after Mrs. Crawford, who replies she is now quite well. The exchange shows relief as the long journey ends with hopeful news.
Fragmentary notes mention Cole’s laws and a belief in healing rages through specific routines. The text hints at remedies or guidelines linked to pain relief and status of wellness. No clear events, dates, or named organizations are present.
A brief musing on optimism notes how easy it is to feel hopeful when life presents pleasant events and favorable outcomes, suggesting a contrast with tougher times and broader perspective. The piece emphasizes attitude shaping perception of daily experiences.
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