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Newspaper

Austin Daily Herald

Location

Austin, Minnesota, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1960

Page

4

Austin Herald declares fairness to agriculture and industry

The Austin Herald notes nine years serving Austin and community with impartial coverage. Editor & Publisher Hi Rasmussen and Business Manager Geraldine Rasmussen outline the paper’s mission to promote agriculture, labor, and industry while avoiding favoritism or demagoguery.

Austin Minn Associated Press Hi Rasmussen Geraldine Rasmussen The Herald

Slum Clearance Plan Faces Tax Obstacle in Congress

The piece argues that federal and local tax laws fuel slums by rewarding minimal maintenance and depreciation deductions. It urges reviewing tax policy before a large slum clearance program, noting slums are a local issue caused by municipal neglect and that rural taxpayers unfairly bear the burden. It cites biblical and literary verses at the end.

Congress Kennedy

Weather satellites push knowledge of atmosphere higher

A Weather Bureau official notes rapid progress from the Tiros satellite. He says space-age data will transform weather study, but requires expanding surface observation stations and correlating their data with satellite readings for full utilization.

U.S Weather Bureau Atmos

Machines gain a prima donna streak in idle fires

A Christian Science Monitor piece notes that fire engines have shown a knack for attracting attention both on and off duty. It argues that as machines mimic human traits, such quirks reflect broader social and psychological trends in technology and media.

Christian Science Monitor

Age of Computers and its impact on American life

Interview with Paul Wishart of Minneapolis Honeywell Regulators discusses how electronic computers are expanding use in utilities banking taxation and government. They promise faster accurate service lower costs, new job roles, and a boost to productivity fueling the space age and overall economic growth.

Paul B. Wishart Minneapolis-Honeywell Regulators, Co Porter Wishart Mrs. America Hall Syndicate, Inc

Reapportionment clarity for Minnesota eight Congress seats

The Austin Herald explains state and congressional redistricting after the 1960 census. Senator Holand clarifies that Amendment No. 2 was defeated and describes 1962 reapportionment in Mower and Dodge counties with two state representatives and one senator for the district. He expects further amendments after future censuses.

Minnesota P. J. Holand Holand Mower County Austin Dodge County Mower Dodge Senate House Federal Congress State House of Representatives State Senate

Capital Labor Worry Over U S Water Shortage

The article reports concerns from labor and industry leaders that the United States may run out of fresh water. It notes high water usage in steel, paper, oil, aviation fuel, wool, rayon, and whiskey production, warning that water scarcity could threaten jobs and factory operations across sectors.

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Latin American Problems for U S Spreading Fast

Latin America faces rising unrest with Communist influence in Argentina and Castroist activity in Cuba linked to anti Yankee sentiment. U.S. policy risks more turmoil, with J Peter Grace proposing a Western Hemisphere secretary to coordinate policy.

U.S Associated Press Venezuela Argentina Latin America United States Romulo Betancourt Cuba Fidel Castro Castro Hemisphere Grace J. Peter Grace W.R. Grace & Co New York Kennedy Western Hemisphere

Railroad passenger car lengths vary by line

Most new passenger cars measure 85 feet but some routes use cars as short as 60 feet or as long as 88 feet.

Fish Story Clues From A Dictionary Of Words

A list of word clues and definitions appears to mix fish terms with place names dates and languages. The fragment includes entries like Shoshonean Indians German river Gaelic and sea eagle along with many short definitions and crossword style hints. The reader is left with a mosaic of vocabulary associations rather than a coherent story.

Child Must First Learn How to Lose

ANA Illinois parents can teach good sportsmanship by avoiding over emphasis on winning. University of Illinois specialist Margueritte Lynch says being a good loser matters as much as being a good winner. She advises not encouraging self pity after a loss and to set a positive example by not booing the referee.

Ana Ill University of Illinois Margueritte Lynch

City Goes Barefoot for Watermelon Festival

Pageland South Carolina residents embraced a country style event to support the festival. Men went without shoes for a day and those who wore footwear paid a dollar fine to raise funds.

Pageland S. C

Students Feel School Belongs to Them Says Doctor Goldman

Doctor Nathan Goldman of Syracuse University two year study finds that when students feel the school belongs to them morale rises and damage declines. He warns that a careless attitude leads to boredom and vandalism and urges reminding youth they are needed to improve both their schools and the broader world.

Nathan Goldman Syracuse University

Loss of smell explored in Dr. Molner column

Dr. Molner explains how the sense of smell works from the nasal area, factors that can impair it including infections injuries and polyps, and when to consult a nose specialist. He notes temporary loss can occur with colds and that smell can return once causes are corrected.

Actress Andra Giles Weds Paul Robertson in Planned Friday Ceremony

Actress Andra Giles and Newport Beach builder Paul Robertson obtained a marriage license in Los Angeles. Giles, 25, and Robertson, 30, said they would marry Friday in a ceremony that would mark their second marriage for each.

Los Angeles Andra Giles Paul Robertson Newport Beach

Mail Zone Delivery Rates and Distances

Delivery rates shown for zones and distances around Austin Payabile. Post office delivery within 56 miles, prepaid options for 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year. Zone 32 covers 30 to 150 miles with prepaid options. Other zones over 150 miles also prepaid with weekly rate of 14.00.

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