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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1955
Page
2
A biblical quote from Hebrews 12 24 and a Napoleon Bonaparte remark praise Jesus as the unchanging mediator. Both excerpts emphasize steadfast majesty and gentleness across time.
The article argues that farm surpluses are central to the farm crisis. It traces history from World War I through recent years, noting price supports and government warehouses as flawed responses. It contends farmers produce more than the market absorbs and that neither policies nor market conditions curb the excess. The piece calls price supports a crude wartime expedient that worsens the problem.
Readers urge a new strategy to aid farmers, seeking a bold plan from one political party. The plea emphasizes practical solutions, economic relief, and a hopeful approach to rural livelihoods.
The article credits the Atomic Energy Commission for ongoing research and advances in atomic science and explains terms such as atom, alpha particle, critical mass, heavy water, and isotopes. It notes chain reactions and widespread progress in atomic theory and application.
Drew Pearson argues the United States bears the blame for Geneva's collapse. He claims Russians caused the failure while insiders at the White House and State Department sabotaged progress to protect budgets and power. The column notes public rejection of Pearson's theory and his critique of U S policy.
Leonard Hall, chairman of the Republican National Committee, reports a positive impression from a Gettysburg visit with President Eisenhower. He notes no definite discussion of a second term, but says Eisenhower would run again if able, signaling Republicans to move forward with caution and confidence during recovery.
The article argues Moscow plans its diplomacy with published blueprints, detailing cultural exchange, travel freedoms, and intercountry contacts. It notes Khrushchev Bulganin openness, Leninist roots, and tensions with Western powers, quoting Denisov on peace and sovereignty.
The Minnesota highway department reports the Brownsdale to Hayfield segment on Highway 56 is now open removing prior construction detours. Read also notes on speed limits, traffic safety, future food research, and a free 1956 St Joseph disaster calendar from Plough Inc.
The Austin Daily Herald plans a week long focus starting December 12 to help readers use the pork surplus wisely for the hog farmer and budgeting families. A misc feature section highlights tips and aphorisms on daily life and behavior with light anecdotes and general observations.
Colombo Ceylon and Poland signed a trade agreement an official announcement said today. The move aims to boost commerce and reduce barriers between the nations.
A UCLA sociologist argues that if current birth rates persist, American women could have families as large as those of their grandparents and great grandparents, signaling a shift toward bigger families in the future.
Washington correspondent notes Rep Francis Walter and Gov Averell Harriman back different paths on immigration reform. Harriman condemns the McCarran Walter Act as a blunder while Walter joins a Harriman endorsement, highlighting party clashes and cross endorsements amid pressure from immigrant groups and urban voters.
Mrs Theis Fox and Mr and Mrs Curtis Nobie traveled from Riceville to Cedar Falls for Curtis Jr s return from school and then to Des Moines to spend Thanksgiving with the Scarrow family. Local families share meals and note guests including the Stevensons and the Davis family at the Sioux City base. Turkey winners at Co Op oil station named Kenneth Stover and Merlin Lamber t.
Crossword style clues referencing Marth a Jefferson and related terms list several entries with partial spellings and multilingual hints. The grid includes entries for forms, meals, and translations, suggesting a themed wordplay puzzle with historical figures and French terms.
Puzzle list with a mix of word clues and definitions spanning animals places people and terms. The items include grains Burmese sprite legislator demon removed Irish clan forest creature small child comparative suffix and more with assorted abbreviations and linguistic hints.
Albany reports Governor Harriman will not respond to Representative Walter’s endorsement as Walter and Harriman remain apart on immigration policy. Walter, longtime HUAC member and Harriman ally in anti communism, still backs foreign aid programs but immigration stance keeps them distant.
A long list of Thanksgiving gatherings shows numerous families from Waterloo Rochester LeRoy Osage and surrounding areas sharing dinners visits and hospital stays. Notable mentions include the Leath and Stark households visiting relatives in Rochester and Waterloo and groups at Pettitt Murphy and Asfalí households enjoying meals and outings.
Edgar A. Guest writes that warmth comes from deeds and praise for good done and friendships kept. He argues life’s true worth is measured by kindness, not wealth, and those who betray trust lose a welcoming smile. The poem concludes with hope for those who keep faith with their fellow man.
A long list of Thanksgiving and holiday visits across Stacyville and neighboring towns. Families hosted dinners in Osage, Eagle Grove, Austin, Mason City, and Waterloo with relatives from Chicago and Minneapolis. Local births, hospital visits, and a military homecoming are noted along with community events and a Christmas party plan for the American Legion Auxiliary.
National Geographic Society reports archaeological findings of chariots used in Gaza 14 centuries before Christ, indicating ancient military activity and trade links in the region.
Rates for single copies and home delivery in Austin are listed. Mail zones detail costs for zones 1 2 and all other zones with weekly and yearly options and advance payment requirements.
When moving please call the Herald Office HE 3 8851 giving your change of address. The Herald is on sale at Austin Candy Co 219 MN Main 66 Austin Hotel Chatham and Bridge East Side Pharmacy Water and Railway Fox Hotel Main and Water Holtz Pharmacy Main and Water Lane's Pharmacy 00 N Main Lucy's Cafe 115 N Main 81 Nemitz Clear Store 415 N Main 8 News Stand Post Office People's Drug Store 203 N Main 61 K O Wold Drug Co Main and Bridge Sts Hamilton Cafe Dexter.
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