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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1950
Page
4
General Douglas MacArthur comments on imperialistic militarism, noting its unifying yet ruinous march under varied banners leaves human and spiritual wreckage in its wake.
A clipping on trees sold in Austin from the G. R. Kirk Company of Tacoma Wash explains the practice. It states thinning the stand provides room for neighboring trees to grow faster and better, offering a conservation minded message to buyers of pine spruce balsam and other varieties. The note emphasizes thinning aids future growth without sacrificing the Christmas trees’ joy in homes.
Senate witness Sen Nixon says the McCarthy Pearson fight was foolish and should not distract from national business. The incident occurred at a Washington club during a private party with McCarthy and Pearson present, highlighting their combative reputations.
The volume of fires, both large and small, has kept the town’s fire equipment busy as crews respond to recurring blazes and emergencies, testing readiness and safety measures citywide.
In a Red Wing discussion on racial equality some hedged at personal participation. Daisy Brown learns of Ensign Jesse P. Brown’s death as the first Black Navy flier to die in war. She believes he would be proud to honor his race and country. Equality? Who are we to judge.
The piece notes a higher volume of fires this fall and winter despite ongoing prevention efforts. It argues that only fireproof building materials like stone brick and tile can reduce blazes, offering safety and peace of mind, with efficiency benefits seen in other lands across the border.
The piece argues oil touches every American through daily use and jobs. It notes 240 million gallons moved daily and oil powers efficiency that feeds more people with less effort. It claims U.S. oil products are the best and cheapest worldwide, inviting critique of anti free market critics.
Dryden L. Phelps of University Community Church writes to Soviet Russia Today that the U S press is largely false about the Far East and claims God is working with Communists. He identifies from Chengtu in Szechwen and notes AugustSeptember timing with Korean fighting ongoing.
The letter argues Christianity shaped western civilization through mercy and dignity, then warns of Marxist aims to subjugate religion. It outlines seven steps to state control of churches, predicts restricted access for future generations, and condemns Marxist tactics as antithetical to faith.
A column blends Edgar A. Guest verse about Caesar and Joseph and Mary with notes on tax rolls. It then shifts to Minnesota news, citing Austin Minnesota’s population surge from 18,307 in 1940 to 23,035 in 1950, and contrasts U S and Soviet methods of registration. It closes with reflections on President Truman's wartime mobilization stance and holiday road safety data. The piece ends with a satirical line on armament peace pipes.
A reader named Elmer Sawyer from 400 N. River asks for a new public rest room to aid citizens and county visitors who cannot shop after hours. He describes cold nights, locked doors, and dark windows, noting mothers with children need a safe place to park and use facilities.
The Dickson gun plant near Houston may restart artillery production as early as February. Hughes Tool Co. general manager F. W. Ayers said the government asked the firm to begin preliminary work to reactivate the World War II facility. The plant, one of two U S gun plants last war, cast and finished gun barrels. It employed about 3000 people and produced 37 mm to 105 mm weapons.
In Israel, every able bodied male up to 50 and every unmarried childless woman up to 34 must perform 24 days of reserve duty annually. The policy emphasizes universal call to service across genders and ages within defined limits.
State capital names and abbreviations form a crossword themed listing. The puzzle clues couple with horizontal and vertical positions to yield a set of words including state symbols and common abbreviations.
A longtime column quotes harsh critique of Oliver Wendell Holmes and his circle. It cites Harvard Law Review interest, Frankfurter allies, and the Holmes cult as part of a broader attack on legal philosophy and modern governance. The piece discusses Harold R. McKinnon’s book The Secret of Mr Justice Holmes and related debates.
A 1950 King Features copyright note reflects on editorial stance around Henry Wallace and a critic’s fear of a cult influence. The writer defends sticking to his line and questions others’ use of language in a public clash.
The county commissioners purchased a $5,670 motor grader. Harmony club hosted its annual Christmas party at the Underhills. American Legion Post 91 hosted about 80 Sons of the Legion at St Olaf Lutheran church. Austin's month organ band of 64 boys began its first rehearsal. Mrs. Frank Ryan welcomed the Afternoon Bridge club. Record says many out-of-town shoppers visited Austin, marking a historic surge.
In 1949 the weight of paper used for producing U S currency totaled 1792 tons while ink used weighed 1388 tons.
The timetable lists departures and arrivals for Time Tables, Mid West Airlines, Northwest Airlines, Great Western, Milwaukee Road, and various bus routes. It covers Rochester Minneapolis Mason City Des Moines Omaha Calmar Chicago LaCrosse Austin Albert Lea Cresco and other destinations with daily, Sunday, and holiday notes and numerous times.
Rates shown for home delivery in Austin and mail zones. Zone 1 covers 50 miles or less with various prepaid terms, Zone 2 includes 50 to 150 miles with monthly and weekly options, and out-of-area mail rates apply beyond 150 miles. Prices listed include weekly, monthly, six month, and yearly terms.
Please call the Herald office with your updated address. The Herald is sold at numerous local outlets including Austin Candy Co. 219 N Main St Austin Hotel Chatham and Bridge East Side Pharmacy Water and Railway Fox Hotel Main and Water Holtz Pharmacy Main and Water Lucy's Cafe 115 N Main St Lane's Pharmacy 400 N Main St Pearle's Drug Store 203 N Main St Nemus Cigar Store 415 N Main Main and Bridge Sts K O Wold Drug Co Hamilton Cafe Dexter Reinartz Cafe Rose Creek Reed's Grocery Mapleview News Stand Post Office
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