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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1907
Page
2
Night Before Christmas Reflects Frayed Shopping Frenzy
In a festive scene the household rests after a busy holiday rush. The garbled memory references Garper's Bazar hint at a local shop or event as part of the season's anxious consumer mood.
Canine debut marked by playful early appearance
A lighthearted note reports a dog making its first appearance today. The writer mentions a preference for a teddy bear over the canine debut, adding a whimsical tone to the brief.
Christmas Exercises Highlight Turkey Eating
A playful line notes the highlight of Christmas exercises will be the eating of the Christmas turkey.
Don’t wait to vote in the Herald contest
A reminder urges readers not to delay voting in the Herald contest as the ballot closes Thursday night at six o’clock. The notice cautions that circumstances could prevent timely submission.
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Herald
Piano contest bets raise fear of a tie vote
The Herald notes bets on the piano contest outcome and expresses concern about a possible tie among leaders. The piece highlights uncertainty over how such a deadlock would be resolved and what actions might follow.
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Herald
Gold Gifts Spread Brightly At Christmas Market
Banks issued a large amount of gold coins today as many people received five and ten dollar gold pieces for Christmas presents.
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Christias
Mail Carriers Packed With Christmas Packages
Post office workers rush through routes this morning with heavy loads as every mail carrier starts the day burdened by gifts and parcels and many are likened to Santa Claus for the holiday speed.
Postal card rules lead to dead letter office cases
Postal cards must not contain ground glass grit or similar substances and must bear writing. Unwritten cards mailed solo cost one cent, while wrapped in an envelope even if transparent wax, require two cents. Some cards were sent with stamps on the card rather than the envelope and wax envelopes with stamp holes do not fix the rule.
Christmas Joy and the Enduring Child in Our Time
Christmas Eve message praises childhood as the constant future of humanity. It argues that belief in children motivates charity and community, noting Austin’s generosity during the season and inviting readers to participate in the Christmas tide of giving to bring cheer to every child.
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Austin Tor
Santa Claus and Charity Versus The World Of Scrooges
A reflective essay contrasts the enduring virtue of Santa Claus with cynical modern life. It defends Santa as a symbol of charity and childlike imagination, arguing the Christ child remains central in a festive spirit that transcends temporary holiday power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Claus
Santa
Christ Child
Jack Horner
Ala Babe
William Tell
Geo
Christmas Eve Midnight Mass at Christ Church
Christ Church will hold a Christmas Eve mass starting at 12 o'clock with a largely choral service and carols. Offerings go to the aged and church funds. Christ Church Sunday School celebrates in Woodman Hall on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Scholars should bring advent boxes to the hall.
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Christ Church
Christ Church Sunday School
Woodnan Hall
Christmas Mass at St Augustine’s with choir and orchestra
A Christmas Mass program at St Augustine’s Church features a sixty-voice chorus and orchestral voices tomorrow morning at 6 and again at 10 30. The LaHache mass will be sung with solo parts by Catherine Zender Mrs Jo Vanatti and bass solos by Arthur Thomas. Mary and Donald Tichy will perform Holy Night before the mass. Adeste Fideles will be rendered for the offertory.
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St. Augustine’s Church
Catherine Zender
Jo Vanatti
Arthur Thomas
Mary
Donald Tichy
Christmas Tree and Program at Local Church Tonight
The Christian church invites all to a Christmas tree and Christmas program this evening at eight o'clock, offering a seasonal service with carols and readings.
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The
Christian Church
Fire Outbreak Destroys Part of Albert Lea Building
Fire at 6 45 this morning damaged a large double two story brick structure owned by the Armstrong estate in Albert Lea. Loss estimated at 25000 with insurance. Beehive Racket Store run by R B Letts and P A Nelson’s Grocery occupied the other half. Above were two tenements. Cause unknown though rumors tied to an acetylene gas plant in the Bee Hive basement. Firemen took until near 10 o clock to gain control.
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Armstrong
Albert Lea
R. B. Letts
Nelson’s Grocery
Ore
Enya
Albert Lea Tribune
Nelson
Christmas Tree Don'ts From State Marshal Peterson
State Marshal Peterson warns against risky Christmas tree practices. Do not add cotton or paper articles or candy with paper wrappers. Avoid celuloid decorations and weak branches near candles. keep flammables away when candles burn. Do not place trees in cotton snow banks or near curtains. Never leave children alone with a lit tree.
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Marshall Peterson
Salas heads six act vaudeville show at Maurek’s
Ben Salas longtime Chinatown guide in San Francisco leads a six act vaudeville program starting Christmas afternoon at 2 30 with no movies. Acts include Sal as and Salas the famous Chinese impersonator and a strong sketch team. Two shows nightly at 8 and 9 15 with free vaudeville for those who attend the Thursday dance. admission 10 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Salas
Chinatown Guide
San Francisco
Maurek
Salas
Children Celebrate Christmas at Liks Hall
Over 200 youngsters gathered at Liks hall for Elks Christmas event. Public school performers and Gem theatre vaudeville entertained before children approached the tree. Each child received clothing, shoes, a warm cape, mittens, overshoes, a half pound of candy and a sack of mixed nuts and an orange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liks’ Hall
Elks
Public Schoola
Gem Theatre
Two Parties Made Happy With Local Home Purchases
Mr and H Longshore bought the Art Padeford house on Lincoln Street in Rochford and expect to move in this afternoon. Maurice C Smith of Faribault, visiting his grandfather John O D Smith, will return home Christmas morning. Mr and Mrs O F Ellis of Manden plan to spend Christmas at Evergreen farm. A marriage license was issued yesterday to Stephen W Brown of Jamestown North Dakota and Zella M Watson of Dexter.
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H. Longshore
Art Padeford
Lincoln Street
The
Rochford Uand Co
Langshore
Maurice C. Smith
Faribault
John OD. Smith
O. F. Ellis of
Manden
Evergreen Farm
Stephen W. Brown
Jamestown
N. Dak
Zella M. Watson
Dexter
Ned Austin
Greene, Iawe
Elliott
J. T. Bowers
Wilmar
W. F. Clay
Brownsvale Holiday Visitors and Local Trips
Grand Forks resident B E Baldwin visits his uncle H A Brown in Brownsvale. Miss Mattie Hiler returns from Wells to holiday with family. Miss Edith Palmer comes home from Hamlin for vacation. Miss Eva Strong ends school in Tanner District and heads to Winona. Mrs. B F Langworthy returns from Spring Valley. Miss Pearl Clark returns from Dexter for two weeks’ vacation.
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Mattie H Liier
Wells
Edith Palmer
Hamlin
Eva Strong
Tanner District
Winona
Miss Pearl Clark
Dexter
Christmas Holiday Visits and Local News Roundup
Brakeman Brakeman Downs is replaced by Sam Plummer on the way freight. Several families plan Christmas visits including Tolbertsons in the Cites Harmacys in LaCresee and Lickteigs in Adams and Omaha. Waye and Bloomfield travel, Wall visits, and Austin and Graf head to Greene and Decorah. East Side church Christmas exercises entertain with a pictures and gifts.
Christmas Trade Remains Bright in Rose Creek
In Rose Creek the ongoing good weather fuels continued Christmas trade. The St Best Creamery elected officers at their Friday meeting. Mayor Gerhart attended events in Austin and residents visited the Elks charity hall and shopped there over the weekend. Grain prices show a recovery toward pre slump levels.
Zander and Anderson Engage for December 31 Wedding
Announcement from the city states the engagement of Mr Henry J Zander and Miss Margie Anderson and notes the wedding will take place at the bride’s home on Tuesday December 31. The couple will reside at 305 Kenwood Avenue after a short trip and friends extend congratulations.
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Henry J. Zander
Margie Anderson
Deysland
Alberta
Mr. Zander
Kenwood Avenue
Card of Thanks from Davis family
We express heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for kindness during our wife and mother's illness and after her death. We were overwhelmed by numerous acts of kindness and especially remember the Royal Neighbors and Woodmen lodge for their friendship. J. H Davis and Children.
Joint O R O and L A Installation Invitation
Notice clarifies wording for the O R O and L A joint installation on Sunday December 29. It corrects the invitation to read yourself and ladies and directs conductors to invite their ladies.
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O R. O
L. A
Dr John Till Leaves for Germany With Heirloom Cash
Almens Wis Dec 22 Dr John Till the Somerset wonder healer is visiting his sister Mrs Steeple He plans to stay about ten days then return to Germany to live there for the rest of his days It is said he carries about 200000 dollars in cash for the trip
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Austin
John Till
Almens
Wis
Steeple
Germany
Four Reasons to Use Austin Purity Laundry
Four reasons to send your family washing to Austin Purity Laundry. We promise snow white finish and gentle care using pure water and hand washing for woolens silks and fine linens. Dry and ironed results on all items. Phones 86 for family wash.
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Austin Purity Launday
Oberlin Club Event At Baptist Church Friday
The OBCL has a public event Friday evening at the Baptist church with admission 50 cents for adults, 5 cents for students, and 10 cents for reserved seats. Proceeds support the library board activities.
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Oberlin College Clee Club
Library Board
The
Baptist Church
Reflecting on a Proposed Merge Ends With Diamond Suggestion
A fair haired woman balks at a sudden proposal to merge identities with a would be protector. The diplomatic suitor insists time is scarce and quips that only a dazzling mirror would reflect. The license clerk records the odd exchange as the plan unfolds.
A Nest Hard to Find in Humming Bird Habitat
A hummingbird nest in an orchard proves hard to spot as the female defends it. The tiny cup of plant down, coated with lichens, sits on a low branch, blending with surroundings. two fresh eggs marked the nest’s June moment. The account blends field observation with notes from Outing Magazine and Chicago Record-Herald.
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H. W. Job
Outing Magazine
The Smallest Screws From Watch Factory Truths
The article explains that the smallest screws are produced in watch factories by a machine cutting steel wire. Chips fall as if the wire is being divided for personal use. No screws are visible to the unaided eye, yet every third operation yields one. The fourth jewel wheel screw is nearly invisible, resembling dust but visible under a glass with 260 threads to an inch.
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Chicago Record- Herald
Post Office Hours With Adjusted Tomorrow Schedule
The post office will observe hours tomorrow from 8 to 9 a.m. 1 to 2 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m. If trains run late the office will stay open to serve patrons.
The Pessimistic Poet Quips on Fleeting Fame
A reflective note from the Albany Ledger laments vanity and aging. It warns that beauty and speed decay first, while bright nights give way to grim dawns, and even wealthier yards demand larger burdens.
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Albany Ledger
Santa Claus to Visit Hormei's Pros Vision Market
Santa Claus will greet children at Hormei's Pros Vision Market Christmas morning at 9 o'clock. He will meet youngsters under 10 years old and distribute packages sent ahead by express.
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Santa Claus
Hormei
Express
James Ballweber Home Hosts Ballweber Guests
Mr and Mrs W H Ballweber and daughters Marie and Eilen of Jamestown North Dakota are guests for Christmas at the James Ballweber home.
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W. H. Ballweber
Marie and
Eilen
Jamestown, N. D
James Ballweber
Onion as a Disinfectant in London Cholera Era
A London correspondent recalls a North country teacher advising onions under beds to ward off cholera in homes. He notes Saffron Hill's Italian residents used onions widely, with onions hanging from ceilings, and a medical officer suggested onions may contain antiseptic properties against cholera morbus and other diseases.
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London
Saffron Hill
The Drama of London's Fog
Strand Magazine recalls London fog as a vast stage for crime and mischief. It notes murders and abductions layered with moments of lighter, less harrowing incidents.
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London
Magog
Strand Magazine
Prisoner at the Bar Over Speeding Fined or Jailed
The Philadelphia Ledger notes a magistrate sentencing a prisoner at the bar for overspeeding to either a ten dollar fine or ten days in jail. The prisoner mutters that the line is not a correct sentence.
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Philadelphia Ledger
The Way to Drew an Elephant in Chicago News
Little Gladys asks for help to draw an elephant from her grandmother. The exchange shows a playful domestic moment as Gladys explains her purpose and asks for guidance.
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Gladys
Chicago News
Love of money worth pitiful groveling comment
Solon quote attributed to ancient wisdom on money and blessedness. Longinus notes a disease of greed, contrasting a good life with a happy death.
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Longinus
Solon
East Indian Servants Amusing Household Episode
A Fogish householder in India recalls a humorous incident with an ill dishwasher. A letter is written to a chemist asking for medicine, but a bazaar cooly ends up taking the letter and self administering the remedy to others, leading to comic miscommunication and repeated refusals.
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India
Queer Smokes Described as Various Narcotics
The New Orleans Times reports a tobacconist describing tobacco as one of many herbs smoked around the world. It mentions bhang, canna bis, wild potato and wild tomato leaves, mountain tobacco, holly, sumac, and Indian tobacco as intoxicants or narcotics.
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Orient
New Rleang Times
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Ming
Skinner & Ilmer
Gertrude Ellis Skinner
Garper
Maurek’s Hall
Merry Xmas
Albert Thon
P. m
Austin Lodge of Elks
Brownsvale
E Blaldwin
Grand Forks, N. D
H A Brown
Bulzs
Tanner
Minneapolis
B. F. Langworthy
Spring Valley
Mrs. Harmacy
LaCresee
Mr. Allum
Omaha, Neb
Merriman
Anthony Lickteig
Adams
Mrs
George Lickteig
Charles Waye
Duluth
William Waye
Ralph Bloomfield
Walter Gibson
Montana
George Wall
Chicago
Mrs. M. E Wall
Joe Graf
Decorah
Mrs. A. Lawson of
Chatfield
George Windus
East Side
W. E. Sloane
Italy
Rose Creek
St. Best Creamery
Gerhart
Elks’ Charity Hall
J. H Davis
Humming Bird
Austin Furniture Co
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