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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1902
Page
2
The Austin Daily Herald announces its staff with John H Skinner and Irtrr ude Ellis Skinner and prints its post office and mail details. A humorous note mentions cold weather and Jack Frost decorating Main Street windows, drawing little attention from passersby.
Twenty five women hold rural mail carrier posts proving efficient in delivering mail and news, showcasing progress in women’s roles within the postal service.
In a voiced argument, the speaker says the cold wave originates from British possessions and asserts Canada may be annexed without consent, insisting the territory must be taken whether desired or not.
Reports of extreme cold spread with varying thermometer readings this morning. Observers note the chill was intense, though some devices showed different lows due to instrument discrepancies.
A fragment warns that children dart between vehicles and urges parental discipline to prevent injuries and funeral costs, reflecting concerns over road safety and public behavior.
A man who once worked in mines and now owns mines offers to pay Mexico's national debt. He contrasts his stance with Baer and says his wealth came from the ground. He believes in aiding his benefactor and asks why he should not help his government. He hopes for an arrangement.
In the campaign bio of Jim Tawney the candidate pledged to push tariff reform in the Fifty eighth Congress. He proposed reducing duties including lumber, and stated Republicans might pursue tariff revision if in power. Tawney now seeks reelection from the First district.
Edward Everett Hale testimony casts doubt on tales of Daniel Webster’s liquor use. Hale recalls extensive contact with Webster from 1826 to 1852 and asserts he never observed excess or intoxication, noting his father’s close friendship and lifelong skepticism of wine stories.
In Hoyoke Massachusetts residents face high insurance costs mirroring conditions in a similar city. The article notes widespread concern as premiums climb and financial strain grows for households and businesses alike.
The Business Men's Association plans to urge state legislators to authorize municipal insurance in cities or allow Holyoke to establish such coverage. The proposal will provoke a major discussion in the Massachusetts General Court, pitting socialistic ideas against insurers while drawing support from conservative business leaders. If Holyoke succeeds, it could influence other cities facing insurance company pressures.
The Elks lodge held its annual memorial service Sunday at 230 PM in the Methodist church. The program included a memorial address by Albert H. Hall, musical solos by Miss Gertrude Horrobin and Miss Bessie Munsey, violin by Prof Frank Tichy, and a benediction. The deceased Elks honored were Henry J. Rowley, Dr. C H Robbins and Alton Simmons.
The annual meeting Saturday evening elected officers including Commander C Fairbanks and Sr. Vice D Watkins. Post inspection by A E Haseltine reports good condition with 71 members in good standing and $150 in treasury. About 35 members attended. F P McBride sent apples for the gathering.
Clarence Wedge of Albert Lea was chosen the next president of the State Horticultural Society thus conferring an honor upon southern Minnesota. Freeman's report was well received and honored by mention in the resolutions. A banquet for members, provided by Farm Stock and Home, remembered John Harris a longtime valued member of the association.
Walter G. Richardson qualified as administrator with will annexed of Sally Richardson. Hearing on claims set for March 9, 1903. Final settlements filed for Lynds Mitchell John Klockner Henrietta Jackel. John Meyer appointed administrator for Peter Mager. Anna Thompson executrix of Benny Olsen filed final account with final settlement due December 30.
The Degree of Honor plans a bazaar on Thursday afternoon December 11 at Woodman Hall with lunches served. An evening dance follows. Tichy's orchestra will provide music. Tickets for gentlemen are 50 cents while ladies enter free. no refreshments will be served.
The Daisy started Sunshine club has fallen into trouble after its first annual officer election. A quorum was impossible since no two members were on speaking terms, according to the Chicago Record-Herald.
A rare quip at a social gathering turns a dinner into a memorable tease. Spunger credits Goodley with the best after dinner speech heard, prompting a playful exchange about catering and courtesy. The anecdote captures a lively Philadelphia Record moment.
Mrs. Arthur Osborn of Decatur Michigan credits Dr Miles Heart Cure Nervine and Pain Pills with curing years of heart fluttering choking and nervous prostration. She reports rapid improvement and urges others to try the remedies. A testimonial notes a friend with muscular rheumatism found relief after using the Pain Pills and the company offers a free book and first bottle guarantee.
M E Uggen begins teaching near Rose Creek last Monday while Prof Boostrom leads an excellent literature class. Over three hundred students attend with daily growth. College orchestra performs in chapel, and Star Literary Society presents a detailed program with students and staff praised for pushing to the front.
A Romance of a License records four unused returns marked Returned unused. The fifth act shows a marriage between a 64 year old man and a 48 year old woman, as noted by a judge’s red ink across entries in the obituary-like ledger.
Beginning Monday December 8 the Frank E. Long Stock Company presents a week of nightly performances with changing bills. star Miss Sullivan leads a strong troupe while Mr William H Mack, the Boy Wonder, performs his famed hand-on-person feat. The opening bill is The Little Mother with free admission for ladies on opening night when accompanied by a paid ticket.
The County Commissioners will meet on December 10 in Austin. Merchants and others with bills against Mower County should locate them and have them approved and filed with the Auditor at least two days before the meeting. Joseph Keenan, Commissioner 5th District.
In Washington a bill by Senator Gamble proposes restoring annuities withdrawn during the Minnesota massacre to San tee Indians of South Dakota and Nebraska. The claim totals over 2 million dollars and awaits Interior Department review. Secretary Hitchcock is expected to act on a Sioux claim worth about 3 million dollars tied to lands within the great Sioux reservation.
A girl repeats a joke about a minister telling a story. Her mother questions the belief while the child insists the minister said he had worn whiskers all his life after hearing her father ask. The scene captures family dialogue and curiosity.
A customer cries that fifty cents a box for pills is robbery. The druggist remains calm and suggests a humorous shift to calling it pillage while noting pills are under discussion. The exchange appears in the Philadelphia Press.
Mrs. Corntossel notes her son Josh travels for work and stays at the best hotels but clarifies he is not a commercial traveler and is instead driving a transfer wagon.
When Dame Fortune visits, the Chicago News notes that luck shows no regard for scheduled at home days, highlighting the fickle nature of chance affecting local affairs and outcomes.
A terse observation notes the absence of thunder or lightning in the Arctic Circle, contrasting expected storm activity with the region's calm meteorological conditions. No dates, places, or organizations are specified.
Victor Hugo once misread the term firth as first in Travailleurs de la Mer. The English translator corrected him in a letter, but Hugo refused to alter the error, remaining indignant at the translator's impertinence.
Describes the exceptionally large rain hats used by Korean farming wives during the wet season. Some coverings reach seven feet in length and five feet in breadth, shielding the wearer nearly as well as an umbrella while working in the fields.
Probate court in Austin Minnesota schedules an order for hearing the petition by Ralph W. Whitny to determine the descent of land belonging to Daniel J. Mason who died intestate before October 27 in Mower County. The hearing is set for December 23 1902 at 9 a.m. and notice will be published in the Austin Daily Herald for three weeks.
Minnesota probate court in 1902 requires show cause hearing for James F. Prouty executor to sell all real estate of Eunice Ludlow deceased to pay debts and expenses. Out lot 8 in NW quarter of section 11 township 102 range 18 Mower County. Hearing set for December 23 at 3 p.m. at Austin courthouse with notice published in Austin Daily Herald for three weeks.
Special term set for December 3 1902 to hear Kate Cotter petitioning for administration of George E McPherson deceased who died intestate September 17 1868 in Freeborn Minnesota with lands in Mower County to be determined and assigned by court. Heirs and all parties to be notified via Austin Daily Herald.
A traveler describes taking a photo with a Ko dak camera abroad. The image centers on the leaning tower of Pisa standing upright among nearby leaning edifices, with notes on their perpendicular alignment.
Wisdom applied to practice is prudence. The speaker notes humorous melancholy of humorists, then asserts executives can rely on Jhay for high quality goods at low prices. A. Emmons promotes Austin Lumber & Fuel Co offering value and practicality to customers.
The Austin Hose Company No 1 hosts the fourth annual New Year's Eve ball at Armory Hall on December 31 with music by Tichy's Orchestra. Everyone is invited to attend and ring out the old year and ring in the new. Per order of committee.
The Chicago Great Western Railway offers travelers a choice of three through tourists cars via different routes, promising fast time and every comfort. Request a booklet detailing routes and amenities.
The Chicago Great Western Railway offers a choice of three through tourist cars to California with a close connection at Kansas City to the transcontinental Limits. Ask a Great Western Agent about them.
The Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Railway announces a new Pullman tourist sleeping car service running weekly from Chicago to Los Angeles via Anetta Calmar Monticello Marion and Kansas City with arrivals each Saturday morning. Double berth rate set at six dollars with ticket and berth reservations through any ticket agent.
Travel via the hicage Great Western with three tourist cars to California. Inquire any Western agent for details and routes through the scenic choice of cars.
Fragmentary text indicates an unclear statement about cars offered to California, with reference to a Great Western agent. No specific names, dates, or outcomes are readable to establish a clear event or offer.
The Chicago Great Western Railway offers the first and third Tuesdays of November and December for second class colonist rates to the west, southwest and south at the lowest rates yet. For details inquiries may be made with any Chicago Great Western agent or Jd. P. Bimer, P. A., Chicago, Ill.
The notice advertises Homeseekers tickets on Great Western Railway services with tourism sleeping cars available. Sales occur on the third Tuesday of each month from November to April inclusive, through GWR agents or J P Fimer G P A Chicago. Characters and wording reflect a historic rail promotion.
Notice advertises new train service over the Iowa Central Railroad with rates and information available from A. B. Cutts G P A Minneapolis. See ad elsewhere in this paper.
Tickets on sale December 1 to 3 for travel to Chicago and back via Great Western agents. Round trip passes priced at 11.4 dollars. For more information contact J. P. Elmer G P A Chicago Illinois or any Great Western agent.
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