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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1950
Page
4
Economic stabilizer Alan Valentine argues against direct price and wage controls calling them a lid on a kettle that will blow off unless flame is reduced. He urges airtight government economy and prudent fiscal policy as the real cure for inflation and warns controls only mask causes and stifle production.
A clerk recalls a man buying a nightgown and pajamas for his wife with no size or color specified, claiming she would return it. A family heard a loud puff at night, mistaken for a gas explosion, only to find a fermenting cider bottle venting homemade hard cider in the basement.
King Features 1950 recounts President Truman’s abusive letters to Bernard Baruch and Paul Hume, labeling him brutal and uncouth. It notes later letters to Arthur Krock and others, suggesting a pattern of reckless speech and threats, including a mockery of Margaret Truman’s singing and a threat to maim.
A reflective poem titled Memories describes annual recollections and sacred memories. The speaker recalls October elms and a bridal plum tree while cherishing a loved one nearing eternity and the presence felt in prayer.
The Hormel company prioritizes worker welfare beyond profit with extensive employee benefit funds. Its large annual allocations support living conditions while maintaining a sound balance sheet after a year of extensive building programs, benefiting the community as the firm prospers.
A brief note reports that some government officials oppose strict or sudden controls. The tone favors measured policy without harsh, abrupt measures. The item hints at debate within public administration about regulation approaches.
Columbia mourns Charlie Ross, longtime journalism educator at the University of Missouri and later a Pulitzer Prize winner and White House press secretary. The article lauds his quiet dedication, patriotism, and loyalty, noting his modest salary choice and enduring impact on Columbia and the nation.
George Sokolsky analyzes Truman's sharp letter to musical critic Paul Hume, debating if threats against a critic amount to lese majesté. He argues presidents should not wield private private force, cites Korea deaths, and defends Pegler as a reformer while noting harsh manners reveal morals.
HERLONG CALIF A series of sharp earthquakes Thursday rattled homes cracked windows and damaged below ground pipelines at the Sierra ordnance depot. No injuries reported. Herlong population about 4000, mainly civilian worker families. Quakes began early and lasted into night with the strongest at 526 am. Col H E Hopping depot commanding officer denied an explosion.
The piece honors J F Hans Schneider for thirty years at Farmers State Bank of Elkton. It notes his stature in the community, his varied roles as Adams baseball player and banker, and places him among long-serving county bankers, with Nordeen Torgerson cited as a benchmark. It also references local tax changes and Cold War era views on disarmament and unity.
The senate confirmed Albert H. Kleffman to the post of collector of customs at Minneapolis, a position he has held on a temporary commission.
Puzzle clues list across and down with fragmented terms and abbreviations for a cryptic style crossword. Includes references to animals, measurements, celestial terms, and common prefixes and suffixes for solver to fill.
Ten years ago fifty five AAUW members enjoyed a Christmas party at Mrs Richard Garbisch home and a housewarming for Mr and Mrs Ted Hindemith at 509 S Eighth. Austin faced heavy snow and wind threat causing traffic tie ups.
A detailed listing of departure and arrival times for several carriers including Time Tables Mid West Airlines Rochester Mason City and Des Moines with morning and afternoon departures. Northwest Airlines East and West bound Rochester times and Great Western and Milwaukee Road train arrivals and departures. Bus routes for Rochester Minneapolis Austin Denver and Cresco Iowa include daily and holiday schedules with listed times.
Rates shown for Austin home delivery and mail zones. In Austin within miles radius price options include weekly and yearly plans. mail zones outside 150 miles list higher rates.
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