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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1966
Page
4
AUSTIN DAILY HERALD reports post election discussions among Democratic governors at White Sulphur Springs. They blame Johnson's Great Society, Vietnam policy, and Johnson’s personality for losses, note inflation worries, and predict possible image changes and shifts in 1968 election strategy.
Weston New Jersey? Weston, Nl population 550, is chosen for a 375 million dollar atom smasher project. The facility will consume two thirds of a million dollars per person and attract laboratories, industries, and international scientists, transforming the town into a scientific hub with rapid growth and prestige.
A poll of Minnesota lawmakers shows 70 percent favor issuing bonds to accelerate highway construction. The survey does not specify state or interstate bonds, but emphasizes speeding Interstate 90 in southern Minnesota, arguing bonds could be repaid with federal allocations and minimal interest costs.
A Minneapolis Tribune opinion argues against requiring college degrees for driving instructors and advocates a standards-based approval process. The Des Moines Register notes Iowa's hidden race numbers on licenses and critiques both sides for minor missteps in addressing racial designation.
A spuriously formatted page shows biblical quotes and George Bernard Shaw lines, followed by a Minnesota newspaper masthead. Subscription rates are listed for Austin, Minnesota, with mail zones and delivery details for various terms.
Thirty years ago the Austin Rifle Club defeated Owatonna Soldiers by a wide margin. The State Conservation Commission proposed a 1937 legislature request of 100000 dollars yearly to fight soil erosion. Twenty years ago Austin wrestling rose in the Big Nine with wins over Winona and Albert Lea. Dr David P Anderson of Austin was named among twenty two surgeons to receive fellowships from the American College of Surgeons. Ten years ago Mrs V Smith led the Shrine Auxiliary as president. Two St Augustine High School graduates John Rockwell and Allan Jirele returned to Pacelli as practice teachers.
A long Christmas page in the Austin Herald publishes a rare adult Santa letter. The writer explains his family life, values, and why he asks no gifts this year, seeking Santa’s understanding and a discreet wink at reunion. Also included are city briefs on Mayo Clinic rumors, library requests, and shifting female driver trends.
The column recalls key dates from 1776 The Crisis published with the opening lines These are the times that try mens souls. It notes a 1907 Jacobs Creek coal disaster six other milestones from 1924 to 1965 including Eisenhower 1950 and Nixon 1960s.
New York ILGWU plans substantial wage hikes for 80 000 dress workers in eight states, including 40 000 in metro New York, as negotiations loom with major manufacturers. Zimmeran and Stulberg push for rise after 1957 contracts expire. industry-wide effects anticipated into 1967.
A compilation of remarks from Dr. Allan D. Coult of SUNY on hallucinogens aiding mythological study, Gen Bernard Schriever on orbiting scientists, Walt Rostow on non-Communist futures, and Edward J. Brown of Gimbel Brothers critiquing New York City welfare trends and retail business dynamics.
A Red Chinese road into Laos now serves as a major conduit for arms moving to Thailand and Vietnam. Chinese crews repair routes despite bombardment, creating alternate paths around rail lines into Hanoi Haiphong. The Thai border remains porous with cross border arms trafficking and insurgent activity, despite Thai guerrilla success in one gun running sting.
A Q and A list from the Austin Social Security Office answers common questions. Topics cover minister earnings reporting, student benefits, Medicare eligibility with earnings, enrollment timing around age 65, premium impact from late enrollment, annual payment options, and continuing work while applying for Medicare. The piece invites readers to submit questions to Stanley Sprecher or via the Herald.
In Colorado Springs a group of moderate Republicans debated Gov. George Romney of Michigan as a leading 1968 presidential contender. Romney faces Vietnam questions and a slow campaign but remains the party’s strongest polling option and top candidate among Republicans, with growing public appeal and potential momentum from early primaries.
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