Mr. Diehm obtained his education in the public schools of his native town, and, like most young men, found various employments until he was twenty-five. In 1890 he engaged in the ice business, which he has continued with marked success to the present time, having his headquarters in West Hoboken. He is an active, enterprising citizen, deeply interested in public affairs, and thoroughly alive to the needs of his town and county. For some time lie served as a member of the West Hoboken Town Council. He is a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and of other organiza-tions.