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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1902
Page
2
The Austin Daily Herald lists subscription terms with annual and quarterly options and prepayment details. Prices shown include one year and three months in advance, with amounts noted as five dollars and twenty cents, four dollars, and one dollar respectively.
Fragmentary text hints at speculation over a royal or official visit to America. Mentions Queen of Holland and Mayor Ames with implied decisions or caution, but the fragment provides no clear events or outcomes.
The new board of county commissioners will approve the bonds of the county officers elect during their meeting on January 6. The action formalizes the election outcomes and secures official surety for the officers.
A reflection on choosing Christmas books by inner value and outer appeal. The author cautions against books that are only safe or overly flashy, urging buyers to seek material that balances thoughtful content with engaging design for enduring reading pleasure.
A commentator notes that as women grow busier, men relinquish church duties and rely on subscriptions while a salaried clerk handles remaining tasks. The piece discusses division of church labor and practical implications.
A reader notes that most circulating report and gossip carry little foundation, likening it to airy nothing that fueled the late tempest in the Register’s tea pot. The comment defends prudence and restraint in spreading unverified stories.
The Lyle Tribune announces its first issue under new editor Win HM Nordland. The paper promises a clean, newsy edition and extends best wishes from the Herald as it joins the local editorial fraternity.
The article notes Alan Sweningsen's bid around $800 for county printing and claims by Seebach and Sweningsen about securing material from the treasurer's office for years. It alleges political favoritism, excess supplies, and favors shared among officials, with mention of the auditor and Herald.
Readers may submit contributions on social and political topics while subject to rejection at the editors discretion. The column invites personal voices but warns against identity or personality submissions.
An essay notes how wedding customs turn into harassment with playful yet cruel pranks. It describes ruined footwear hidden in trunks white ribbons on luggage and taunting songs. The piece laments lack of refinement and questions if the practice will fade or grow.
Fragmentary lines describe Johnny writing stories and Lily splitting roils while years pass. Pilv is making the money and Diy supports Doha. The text appears as a poetic social note with unclear names and context.
A Friday evening butterfly entertainment at the Presbyterian church drew a large audience. Miss J5 Rodin opened with a piano solo followed by a Quarrel scene from Julius Caesar. A piano mandolin duet, torchlight display by D M Strang, a fine quartet, and a student drill directed by Mrs. Ousley impressed attendees. The evening ended with social time, ice cream, cake, and door receipts of 25.50.
The W R C social at R hall featured a musical and literary program. Afterward lights were off and the ladies appeared behind a sheet for a guessing game where men guessed the women's names and the winner escorted her to supper paying a penny weight fee. Refreshments included beans pickles cheese sandwiches coffee and cake.
A heartwarming December McClure's tale shows a New York primary school teacher received from her class gifts ranging up to fifteen cents value. Morris Mogilewsky alone has no money for a grand gift, yet he brings a paper receipt for a month’s rent on a Monroe Street tenement as a hopeful token.
Gustave Avery, who vanished from his Austin home about two years ago, has reappeared and is now living in Minneapolis with his family. Police and his parents conducted a long search in Austin. The case had linked similar kidnapping claims to Bob Owen, serving a life sentence for abusing the Avery girl, but Gustave’s return suggests he wandered restlessly and chose to come home on his own.
Notice states tuberculin disease concerns prompted by reports of tuberculosis among local cows. The State Board of Health inspected the herd, excluding any suspect animals, and only cows with official health tags stating freedom from disease supply milk. The notice is dated December 13 1902 and signed J J Rua.
An advertisement offers baggage and express transfer at reasonable rates with prompt careful attention. Services available from either depot and orders left at Malloy's drug store. Albert B. Pettey invites a trial to prove satisfaction.
Special term probate court in Mower County orders hearings on estates of Arne Larson and Solomon Keister. Notices require appearances by interested parties on December 29, 1902 at 10 a.m. in Austin, with weekly publication in the Austin Daily Merald and Austin Daily Herald.
A probate court special term in Mower County schedules the final accounts and settlement for Hector A. Holmes the incompetent ward. Guardian Warren Holmes must present the final account and petition for final settlement on January 3, 1913 at 10 o clock in the forenoon at the probate office Austin Minnesota. Notice to interested parties will be published weekly for three weeks in THE AUSTIN DAILY HERALD.
A variety of furniture and home goods offered by C. H. Thomas at 104 St Paul Street. Items include Brussels carpets window shades silk covered couch rope and tapestry curtains Majestic Range kitchen tales refrigerator iron beds and small dresser. All in good condition and for sale very cheap until Saturday night.
A fine display by Miss Hormel at her studio 31081 Paul Street invites visitors to call for viewing and information on the decorative china and burnt wood pieces on display.
Evergreen Farm advertises a wide range of Christmas trees in all sizes and varieties for sale. The notice highlights holiday greenery and seasonal offerings for shoppers seeking festive greenery.
St Augustine's holds Mass in the parish church at 10 30 this morning. The service is led by the parish priest with hymns and blessings for the congregation.
Sunday School to meet every Sabbath at noon at the church on Maple Street with a Y.P.C.U. gathering at 6 p.m. on the same premises.
Sunday School at 2 p.m. preaching by the pastor at 3 p.m. Christian Endeavor Friday evening at 8 o'clock.
J K Shellenberger pastor invites attendees to evening services at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in the Grand Army of the Republic hall. The notice calls for public participation and spiritual gathering.
The First Church of Christ Scientist in Elk's hall opposite the courthouse holds regular Sabbath services at 10 30 a m with the December 14 subject Sacrament Sunday school follows at 11 45.
The Baptist church will present a morning sermon titled The Vision that Transforms Life and an evening sermon on Religion and Morality. The program outlines a focus on spiritual renewal and ethical conduct.
The 3rd Sunday in Advent December 14 1902 offers morning service at 1030 and evening service at 730 with a Sunday School and Bible class at noon. All are cordially welcome to attend both services.
Morning sermon titled How old is the Earth a study of Genesis I 1 and evening service follow. Sunday school at noon Junior Endeavor at 3 pm Senior Endeavor at 6 30 pm. all are invited to attend both services.
Morning sermon by the pastor on Out of Canaan into Babylon. Evening sermon The Secret Place. Sunday school at noon. Junior League at 3 p m Epworth League at 6 30 p m.
Regular services Sunday morning and evening at Second Christian church. Sunday School at 10 00 a m Y P S C E 7 p m. Morning subject Lest we should Hinder the Gospel of Christ. Evening subject Praise and Thanksgiving. Everybody welcome.
Morning services in Norwegian as usual. No evening services due to Peterson funeral near Rose Creek. Sunday school at noon Luther League at 6 30 pm. Sunday school superintendent preparing a fine Xmas program.
Cheaper travel to California offered via the Chicago Great Western Railway with tourist care and guidance from any Western agent. Obtain particulars and plan your trip through authorized railway representatives.
Chicago Great Western and its agents present three car options for travel to California. The notice outlines selection details and booking steps for travelers seeking the transcontinental route.
The Chicago Great Western Railway offers a choice of three tourist cars with fast schedules and easy comfort. A booklet is available upon request.
The pastor will speak in the morning on Nate God's Best Poet. Evening topic is Diversions Necessary to Healthful Manhood. Sunday school at 12 m. Junior Endeavor at 3 p.m. Senior Endeavor at 6 30 p.m. Sul
Advertising officials of the railroad dispute the use of superlatives in promoting the Great Western Limited. They note claims of best and most sumptuous are excessive and seek a fair description for travelers between Chicago and Kansas City via major stops.
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