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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1906
Page
7
The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and railroad officials debate whether engineers with glasses should run fast trains. About 6000 engineers could be affected if no agreement is reached. Arguments cite safety, eyesight standards, and practical cab conditions in a heated industry dispute.
L H Johnson of Minneapolis is named speaker of the next house after a Minneapolis caucus Monday night. Nolan held firm for the first district but lost due to united opposition from big city interests aimed at keeping power from the South.
The Baptist church choir hosted a social at Mrs. P. J. Mooers’s home on South Greenwich Street in her honor for years of service. About thirty attendees enjoyed games and refreshments. Rev. R. E. Sayles gifted Miss Rehmann a locket and chain, while Rev. Whitney of Rochester attended and guests reflected on her upcoming departure.
Austin Fire Department plans to modernize Hose Company No 1 with a lighter hose wagon and new equipment. Hose Company No 2 would get a new team, hose wagon, drop harness, and building remodeling if the council approves, with all trades at Cronon's cigar store.
All Forresters and their Catholic friends are invited to Elke Hall on Wednesday evening December 19 1906 to meet State Deputy Laskiell visiting for the Catholic Order of Forresters. Fraternally Yours D F Cronon R Chas I Riley RS
The noted baseball evangelist Billy Sunday may arrive in Mankato to hold a revival. His Rochester and Austin successes are well reported, and the Mankato Review notes his sermons and methods have made him known locally.
The Lady Trainmen schedule a special Thursday meeting in Engineers hall to install the 1907 officers. After installation the 1906 officers will host a banquet for Cedar Lodge No. 223 officers and members.
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