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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1908
Page
2
A man new to town claims he has moved eighteen times since marriage, thirty two years ago, a lighthearted note on frequent relocations. A Texas paper item offers a 100 dollar reward for a thief who steals the reader’s paper twice or thrice weekly from the yard.
The Rochester Bulletin reports the season opener set for April 11 at Riverside Park. R. H. S. faces the Austin team in a likely fast contest after indoor practice. The game gives fans a first look at the high school squad for the year.
Travelling performer recounts a Salvation Army band marching into Kentucky to convert moonshiners. The group, in full regalia, was fired upon and retreated, with no further attempt to convert the distillers.
The city contest pits Alderman Zender, backed by the socialistic party, against Alderman Johnson, a joint Republican Democratic candidate. Voters fear a socialistic city image if Zender is elected, while Mr Cutter is expected to win in the Second ward, shaping the anti socialism effort around Zender.
Sunshine Association holds a 1 30 p m meeting at the Y W C A rooms for work and a 4 p m regular monthly business session to consider a practical constitution. Members are urged to attend and bring a twenty five cent membership fee.
Marvin Clark's horses bolted after paper blew across South River street Friday afternoon near the South Bridge. Mrs. Clark jumped clear while Mr. Clark was dragged over the dashboard but he kept hold and eventually stopped the team. Neither Clark was hurt.
The notice outlines a sequence of Republican events: county convention on April 8 and 9, congressional convention on April 15 in this city, state convention in Minneapolis on April 16, and the national convention in Chicago on June 16.
The Common Council of Austin Minnesota resolves to lay a cement sidewalk on Medary Street from Kenwood Avenue to First Street on the north side of Block 16. Construction must follow Ordinance 186 and be completed by October 1, 1908. Passed April 3 1908 by yeas 6 none against. Mayor Geo H Sutton. City Recorder T M Foster.
Help wanted for a post card factory job at Schleuder Paper Co. Apply Tuesday at the Superintendent's office, second floor.
A Friday High School parents and teachers gathering showcased the Manual Training shop with students designing and crafting cups bowls and boxes. Speakers urged balanced athletics and wholesome social life while praising the remodeled Franklin building and calling for ongoing meetings led by Mrs. Crane Dr. Peirson and others.
The council discusses street widths and paving limits while signaling future elections. Alderman Officer’s political moves draw critique as boards consider cement walks, sewers, and water mains. Appointments to Electric Light Power and Water board and Park board are confirmed.
Fire Chief Jensen releases annual losses totaling 4108.67 with insured value of 23550.00. He credits reduced fires to strict rubbish burning bans, thorough building inspections, control of storage hazards, aisle safety at gatherings, and explosive kerosene oversight, earning praise in the Northwestern Insurance Bulletin.
Mr and Mrs Thomas Turton celebrate their Golden Wedding with a Monday afternoon gathering from 2 to 6 at the home of their son Mr Walter Turton and wife.
The vesper service at the Y W C A rooms Sunday afternoon at 3 30 led by Miss Sara Haines a Moody Institute graduate who has worked in rescue and slum efforts in Chicago with Miss Alice Hayes singing all are invited to attend.
N. W. Warren will lead the Men’s meeting Sunday afternoon with the subject Keep Sweet. Over 100 copies of the song have been distributed among members and a rousing meeting is anticipated. Other special music will be given.
G Sorflaten offers houses on water bridge and railway streets plus town lots and farms near Austin and in northern Minnesota. Call and see me at office 223 N Main St.
Marcus Dreasner marked his 58th birthday with a six o'clock dinner for eight gentlemen friends at the Charles Huser.
Mrs W C Horrobin hosted a section gathering last night featuring a short program with solo singing by Mrs Tyler and Abigail Lutz, a reading by Mrs Lutz, a piano piece by Florence Weidt, a recitation by Imo gene Lutz, and graphophone music. Luncheon followed at ten, with good attendance.
The B. D. Club held its meeting last night with Miss Susie Nelson in attendance.
Miss Mable Holleque held a basket sociable at Rose Creek school Friday evening as the institution closed for a month long vacation. Many Austin youths attended and returned home this morning.
The Mayor of Austin Minnesota issues a notice declaring that on election day April 7 1908 no intoxicating liquor may be introduced into election locations no voter may vote while intoxicated and no seller may dispose of liquor. The Sheriff and constables are ordered to enforce the liquor provisions strictly. Dated Austin Minn April 3 1908.
Medical authorities claim blood purity governs health and disease and promote a home remedy with Fluid Extract Dandelion Compound Karyon and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla. They urge cleansing kidneys and liver to relieve rheumatism, catarrh, and urinary issues and restore vigor.
One hundred dollars reward offered for an incurable catarrh case with Hall's Catarrh Cure. Endorsements from Walding Kinnan Marvin and others state F J Cheney trustworthy and capable. Cure taken internally, operates on blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials free, price 75 cents per bottle. Sold by all druggists and Hall's Pills for constipation.
Concord Weekly Blast reports Austin ward two alderman politics with four candidates and calls for a second election for a truly good man. The item notes April Fool antics on reporter Frank Smith and mentions a soldering shop plan and potential new uniforms for Austin police and fire crews.
CHURCH listing announces Masses at St Augustine s at 8:00 and 10:30 a m Evening service at 7 30 First Church of Christ Scientist holds 10 30 Sabbath school 11 45 Wednesday 8 p m Testimony meeting All are invited. Christ Church Rev J S Budlorg rector Holy communion 7 30 am sermon 10 30 am Sunday School 12 noon Evening prayer and sermon. Travelers 7 30 pra 2 public invited.
The Presbyterian church at the corner of St. Paul and Water streets led by Will E. Sloane holds a 10:4 a m session for new members, 10:30 morning worship with Bringing in the Sheaves and O Day of Rest and Gladness, 12 m central Sunday school, 3 pm East Sunday school, 6:30 U P S C E, and 7:30 Evangelistic service Are You a Candidate with solo violin obligato A Dream of Paradise by Miss Etta Robertson.
At the corner of St Paul and Maple streets the new church opens with 9:30 class meeting led by Rev A Cressey and 10:30 morning worship. A memorial for Walter Lewis Hennefin follows, then 12:00 Sunday School led by W O Craig. Evening sermon by the pastor titled Men of Mighty Faith.
Morning service at 10 30 with a sermon Seeing God in the Common Things of Life Sunday school at 12 Bible class at 12 15 Luther League at 6 30 Evening worship on Queen Esther a type of Christian loyalty
Morning worship and sermon at 10 30 by F E Knop pastor. Sunday School at 12 led by F P McBride. Christian Endeavor at 6 30 led by Everett Banfield on the topic Accepted Gift of God. Evening service at 7 30. You are invited to worship with us.
Rev Harry Booth Hazen pastors the Baptist church with a morning service at 19:30 a m. Sunday school follows at noon and Young People's Society gathers at 6:30. Evening worship concludes at 7:30.
A Cosmo program features The Girl from Montana a famed western life picture showing plains cowboys and a western girl. Also presented are The Fox The Snow Man and a new illustrated song in a strong war era program.
Local notice offers first class hack service to trains by B E Shutt. Orders taken by phone at number 10 26. This small classified line promotes prompt travel arrangements.
Charles Cressey The Furniture King informs former customers and open book account holders to settle immediately with him directly. He will arrange payment of all owed accounts in Austin once settlement with Mr Johnson is completed and he intends to remain in the city.
Ice business persists with ready supply in large or small quantities. Phones 8 located at the office corner of Maple and Franklin streets. 4-6t
Rental notice listing seven rooms in the south half of the house at 100 S Chatham Street with gas furnace and electric lights. J. M. Hall and W. W. Ranney, agent.
Have You Neighbors ask about Rosenthal Bros painting and paper hanging work. Patrons' kind words are appreciated. Lor 176 J. N W is listed as the contact.
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