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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1908
Page
2
A poetic piece from the Detroit Free Press contrasts August’s beauty with the season’s allergy woes. It contrasts sunlit scenes and playful beachgoers with the misery of hay fever, sneezes, and stuffy heads, framing August as deceiving and troublesome.
Observers note that cigar quality during campaigns has improved, suggesting that healthy competition benefits politics and public discourse. The remark frames campaign culture as influenced by merchant offerings and vendor standards, reflecting broader electoral dynamics.
A community notes that despite a month of hose watering on lawns the grass remains dry, while an early morning shower provides unexpected relief and fresh renewal to the verdant patches.
An elderly campaigner declared he has finished work for politicians and lamented that after years of effort for promises, all he received in return was dirt.
E. D. Shook pursues the county treasurer post, challenging the popular 8S. A. Smith and nominating O. J. Dickens of Dexter as his counterpart in the race.
Anoka acted as the banner potato market with 125 loads hauled in a single day. Each load averaged sixty bushels, totaling 7,500 bushels and bringing 65 to 72 cents per bushel for the market.
A resident notes heavy fast driving on Water Street evenings becoming an annoyance. The writer warns that strict law enforcement or an accident may stop it, and that involved parties will regret the consequences.
In a Farm Journal emblem, an old farmer's death sparks reflections on character. One voice recalls practical lessons, another recalls personal kindness. The fragment hints at valuing remembered deeds over forgotten flaws and the importance of gratitude.
Charles Lippincott, inventor of the soda water fountain, died on the 21st of last month. His work popularized sparkling drinks during hot summer days at soda fountains frequented by many.
A farmer reflects that today's rain is welcome and contrasts it with the June 20 storm. He says the earlier storm proved a blessing by reducing many insect pests that could have caused greater damage, noting blessings arrive unexpectedly.
A stock buyer stopped at the Grand Hotel in Austin leaving a pocket book with 1115 under a pillow. In Owatonna he discovered the loss and after calling the hotel a hotel employee returned the money. The traveler recovered the funds at once.
LeRoy players endured an upset and accepted their loss with sportsmanship. They received a set payment for playing, with Hormel declining to schedule another game at LeRoy despite the team’s request.
A party for about 50 young people was held at Evergreen farm last evening in honor of Miss Kit Carson Ellis and Miss Addie Cook, celebrating their social standing and connections.
Miss Nellie Sutherland visited friends in Owatonna last week. Arch Bishop Ireland will confirm a class of children in the Catholic faith Oct. 21. Hon. John Frank of LeRoy has been offered a large block of Minneapolis property for his stock farm, 1500 acres valued at $60,000.
A district meeting at the District No. 9 schoolhouse discussed county option and temperance issues. Voters agreed to present a prohibition candidate before filing closes if Harlan G. Palmer, the Republican county option candidate, is defeated in the primaries. They insisted no fight for a prohibition candidate unless Palmer fails.
Residents urge a flag man at the C G W crossing on Water Street during switching. Engines with six cars run north and back with no warning signal heard far away, causing several near misses. City council has discussed it but taken no action. Faribault required three permanent flagmen forrail crossings.
An Austin bid to block Prof Boostrom’s candidacy failed, seen as divisive to the vote. For eleven years he has labored to build an institution drawing Northwest students to the city, boosting local merchants and prosperity. Voters urged a large primary majority to recognize his loyalty and ability.
A humorous Minneapolis Journal piece recalls archaic phrases from yesteryear. A. J. Russel lists lines such as Whoa Boliver and Ring the bell and notes many have worn thin, urging a new popular saying and song to revive American slang.
Rev H E K Whitney writes from Winona Minnesota praising the Boys’ Sextette for a successful Auditorium performance. He notes their youth and short rehearsal time, calls the show remarkable and extends best wishes for future success. Signed S R Van Sant former Governor of Minnesota.
Trains depart Austin at 5 15 each day August 31 to September 5 for St Paul and Minneapolis. Return from Minneapolis 7 pm and St Paul 7 40 pm. Round trip fare equals one and a half times the single fare. Tickets on sale August 30 to September 4. return valid until September 7. Full details from any Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway ticket agent.
The Riley sisters and companions were held up near Lone Star Geyser by a lone bandit in a khaki uniform. He looted wallets and jewelry from several passengers, then later returned items after pleas and refusals. The group formed a society, Involuntary Benevolent Association, at Yellowstone Lake hotel with Mitchell as president and Anastacia Riley as secretary.
A young boy seeks board while attending college and a few job odds. Auxiliaries include two apprentice girls, one experienced millinery saleslady, a second hand cook stove, and a competent girl for a small family with high wages. Inquiries directed to HERALD office and Box 86 Brownsdale Minn.
Lost items include a white waist found on Lansing avenue. a key for New Haven lock near Congregational church. a Knight's Templar watch charm. and a dark grey coat lost between Austin and Moscow by the Griffith farm and Woodlawn schoolhouse. Notify HERALD office or R. L. Johnson for reward.
Classified items: rooms for rent with board at a private house. sale of a driving horse, Clark buggy and harness. sale of furniture carpets rugs and stoves at 206 West Water Street. sale of houses on Water Bridge Railway St Paul Sts and Oakland plus town lots and farms near Austi statewide. Callard offering property listings.
Advertises fire and tornado insurance with W. W. Ranney and offers bond for surety. Also asks all persons indebted to Miss Glasser to call at the store to settle with Miss Bascomb who is authorized to collect.
In Persia two sticks a foot long prop up the arms of the corpse as it rises to face Gabriel. A dog’s glance drives away defilement, and a street car is used to tempt the spirit by bread placed on the breast to aid the demonless passage.
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