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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1902
Page
2
A Wisconsin man faced odd charges after shipping partridges in contraband fashion described with phrases about whisky and visions of bone and a hot bird. The fragment hints at unusual tax or customs issues and questionable animal handling in a historical police blotter.
The eRegistr should confine its attention to Tuwney. It only gets into trouble when it bandies any other subject.
A city controversy centers on the Minneapolis mayor Dr. Amos accused of feigning illness to avoid duties. The claim alleges deliberate misrepresentation of health status triggering organizational responses. Authorities have not confirmed the allegations and investigations are ongoing.
A proposal to expand federal protection for Wind Cave in South Dakota sparks Congressional debate. Critics question federal reach and impacts on local interests while supporters cite conservation and tourism benefits.
A garbled message notes that Spain captures attention as tensions mount around Venezuela with emphasis on national symbols and foreign ships near the country’s shores. The fragment references vie for influence and security concerns at regional borders.
A reader notes a dark horse could seize the speakership from Babcock and Johnson while proposing Nolan enters the race. The narrator imagines Nolan using a strong auctioneer voice to sway votes during a bill passage debate.
Mrs Henry Cartan of Omaha surprised a street car by wrapping a poor two year old's legs with her silk petticoat and giving the father money. Her act spurred fellow passengers to donate a purse for the family and she received a rising cheer as she departed.
The Macabees L. C. elected officers Wednesday evening with Mrs. Etta Ames as president and Mrs. Lizzie Bromley as lieutenant. Other posts included Dr. Fiester as R. K. and Mrs. Alice Barr as F K, with Mrs. Ida Erickson, Mrs. Serres, Mrs. Petty, Mrs. Carr, Mrs. Richards, and Mrs. Barr filling the remaining roles.
Dr Pierson's horse pulling his cutter bolted on Wednesday afternoon near Zender's meat Market. The frightened horse dragged him to the ground then crashed the cutter on the sidewalk near Wold's drug store. It was stopped on Main Street between Bridge and Maple.
In session at the Courthouse the board largely approves bills. A citizen delegation later presented a petition seeking a bridge over Dobbins Creek between the current bridge and the railroad. Commissioners visited the site this afternoon to view the ground.
C H Thomas offers carpets window shades silk covered couch rope tapestry curtains Majestic Range kitchen tables refrigerator iron beds small dresser in good condition for sale very cheap at 104 St Paul street until Saturday night.
The St. Cecilia Guild of Christchurch invites contributors to send articles for its sale this Friday and Saturday. Bring pieces to the Baird Building beside the Austin Furniture Co. by Friday.
A. Ve Ellis advertises Christmas trees of all sizes and varieties available for Bale at Evergreen Farm.
Readers are invited to submit contributions on social and religious topics. The piece argues for individual judgment in treating malignant diseases, cites Mary Baker G Eddy and controversial quotes, notes legal limits, and references a Christian Science practitioner named Mr. Lathrop who aided diphtheria cases.
At the bride's parents home five miles south of the city a wedding united Rachael Brooks and Eugene V Hart in a ceremony at eight o'clock on Wednesday attended by about fifty guests. Rev. C D Belden officiated and Ruth Lott carried the ring with a wedding march by Mrs. James Aulifather. The bride wore white organdie and the groom black. A bountiful supper followed and many useful gifts were received as the couple will start housekeeping in the Hart house at Varco station.
The program lists Piso Solo Selected, Miss Brundin quarrel from Julius Caesar, Rev Kreeze and Dr Leck duet on piano and mandolin with Clara Brundin and Bertha Ames, Swinging Torch Lights exhibition, Prof D M Strang Quartre-Rocked in Cradle of the Deep, a Butterfy drill by eight young ladies and a pianist.
The G I A to the B of L E elected officers Wednesday afternoon. President Mrs D Hunt Vice President Mrs R M Hazeltine Secretary Mrs Spencer Barr Treasurer Mrs J E McDonald Insurance Secretary Mrs Samuel Pettingil Chaplain Mrs J D Beecher Guide Mrs Earl Talmadge Sentinel Mrs Chas Erickson
The Degree of Honor holds a bazaar on Thursday afternoon December 11 at Woodman Hall with lunches served. An evening dance follows. Tickets for gentlemen are 50 cents while ladies attend free. No refreshments will be served. Tichy's orchestra provides the music.
An advertisement by Albert B. Pettey offers baggage and local express transfers at reasonable rates from either depot. Prompt, careful attention is promised and orders are to be left at Malloy's drug store. A trial is urged to please customers.
A $25.00 reward is offered for identifying a finer music store on Bridge Street than 122, ANDREW's Music House. The notice seeks a competitive comparison regarding products and pricing.
The Elks Charity Ball at Music Hall drew about 150 attendees with Tichy’s Orchestra and Tony Gallagher calling. A banquet at the Fox Hotel followed, praised for menu and service, with an expected net of around $200 for Christmas bounty and related funds.
The Frank E Long company staged a comedy drama to a major house last night. Frank Long appeared in a comedy role and Nana Sullivan impressed as Mary Murray, showing rapid improvement and earning praise as this season’s best leading woman. A matinee is planned Saturday afternoon with a sewing machine giveaway, followed by tonight’s performance of A Runaway Wife.
Annual Election results from the Austin District Court of Honor show officers elected including Chancellor Rev. Miller Vice Mrs Hartley Chaplain Mrs Beatty Recorder Mrs T M Foster Treasurer Fr I Crane Guard John Wolf Sentinel K Bassett Trustee Thos Beatty Pianist Anne Roble with delegates F I Crane Mrs J Smith Mrs Earl Geo Kessler Mr Campbell and alternates Beatty Shaw T J Abrahams Rev Miller Ida Clay.
A $25.00 reward is offered to the largest number of persons who come and examine the talking machines at ANDREWs Music House located at 122 West Bridge Street.
Miss Hormel hosts a decorative china and burnt woodwork display at her studio inviting the public to call and view the collection at 310 St. Paul Street.
Dr Knight of Adams visited the city on Wednesday and Sam Harrison conducted business locally. Ed Olsen returned from a Dakota trip, Miss Alice Cummings stayed with the Keating family, and Mrs Earl Falmadge visited La Crosse. A St Paul trip by C W Snere, Fanny Hastings joining the Charity Ball in town, and S W Kaufman’s first attendance since illness were noted. Mrs 8 Lowry and Miss Eliza Lowry visited the Hans family on Water Street. The state allocates 17378.74 in free bounties this year with 3758.75 to Mower County. Sheriff Johnson installed a new desk at the courthouse. the old desk moved to the jail. Ping Pong club hosted by Miss Lord on 2nd Street. a musical and literary program plus games described. Episcopal Guilds announce a sale of cookery and household items in the Baird building tomorrow and Saturday.
Testimony before the coal strike commission alleges a former foreman offered two union presidents $2,500 to mediate a work restart and bribed ten miners with 100 to 200 dollars each. Delaware and Hudson officials disputed company liability while presenting wage figures for 1901. Irish leader Michael Davitt attended hearings in Scranton.
The state department notes a peaceful blockade exists at La Guaira the Caracas port. Minister Bowen has acted to secure the release of British and German subjects arrested, and seeks to mediate between President Castro and Venezuelan authorities with approval from the British and German representatives and Venezuela.
London reports Britain is practically at war with Venezuela though authorities deem the crisis not dire. Unconfirmed news of Venezuela fleet seizure and Castro reprisals circulate while papers warn of possible complications but expect Castro to relent without weapon seizure.
Victoria B C December 11 reports from the Orient via the Empress of India that high spring tides on the Yangtze caused the sinking of forty junks on November 17 with over sixty lives lost. A foreign warship counted twenty-two bodies floating by in one watch.
The situation at Marseilles is worsening as ship owners decline the government arbitration proposed by Admiral Bouvier and strikers reject it. Local trade groups are moving to organize a general strike.
Admiral Higginson arrived at Mayaguez Puerto Rico with four battleships and cruisers and offered to concede to Admiral Sumner if the harbor was mined. Sumner replied that Mayaguez had been captured and mined and thanked Higginson for congratulations. Higginson then moved to Culebra Island followed by Sumner.
Detroit delegates to the National Reciprocity convention heard strong calls for U S Canada reciprocity in speeches by Hon John Charlton and Campbell Shaw to a 300 strong audience. Governor A B Cummins of Iowa spoke on Reciprocity and the Tariff to close the afternoon session drawing close attention from Western delegates.
In Salina Kansas on December 11 Simon Graves and his wife are attacked by a tramp along with workers George Allen a fourteen year old, and George Albright a farm hand. Allen and Albright die. Mrs Graves is said to be gravely injured while Mr Graves is seriously hurt. The dispatch notes a sarcastic remark about a king and a local poker king prior to the incident.
Rome reports indicate Italy will not officially participate in the St. Louis exhibit as Commissioner Cridler discusses with Signor Baccelli, minister of commerce, industry and agriculture. The cabinet is unlikely to approve funding due to anticipated revenue cuts from a proposed taxation reduction and higher expenses.
The Austin Hose Company No. 1 hosts its fourth annual New Year’s Eve dance at Armory Hall on December 31. Music by Tichy’s Orchestra. All are invited to attend and ring out the old year and ring in the new.
The Chicago Great Western Railway offers travelers a choice of three through tourist cars with fast service and full comfort. Ask for the booklet detailing routes and amenities.
A Chicago Great Western Railway route to California provides a Kansas City connection to premium transecontinental Limits. Passengers may choose from three through tourist cars via different paths. Inquiries can be directed to the Great Western Age for details.
A Pullman tourist sleeping car operates between Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul and Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe via Austin Calmar Monticello Marion and Kansas City leaving the two cities Tuesday mornings and arriving in Los Angeles Saturday mornings. Double berth rate is six dollars with tickets and reservations obtainable from a Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway agent.
Ride the Chicago Great Western to California with three Strougl Wourist cars on offer. Visit any Great Western agent for full particulars and scheduling details.
A choice of three through tourist cars to California is offered by the Chicago Great Western via any Great Western agent.
The Chicago Great Western Rail Way offers lowest ever rates to the west southwest and south on the first and third Tuesdays of November and December. For details contact any Chicago Great Western agent or J P Bimer G P A Chicago Ii.
Homeseekers excursion fares go on sale at low rates from Chicago on the Great Western Railway. Tickets available the third Tuesday of each month November through April in tourist sleeping cars. For details contact the Great Western Agent or J P Fimer G P A Chicago IL.
Notice advertises a new train service to St Louis and Kansas City over the Iowa Central Railroad. Rates and further information are 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 return by December 8. For details contact any Great Western agent or J P Elmer G P A Chicago.
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