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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1907
Page
3
Suburban Life offers lawn making guidance. It recommends seed over turf for quality and cost, detailing ground digging six to eight inches, leveling, broadcasting fertilizer, sowing lawn seed in two directions, rolling, and protecting seedlings with rye or oats in sunny weather.
Dean Stanley, riding with a friend from Monreale to Palermo, felt chill and wore a night shirt over his clothes by mistake. As they entered Palermo, onlookers were astonished while Stanley remained calm and reading, unaware of his odd garb.
A Boston clergyman relays in Lippincott's Magazine the tale of a witty Irishman at the gates of heaven. Saint Peter excludes him as a late sinner, the man crows thrice, and Peter grants entry with the remark that bygones are forgiven.
The quote from Success Magazine derides the wabbler who hesitates and apologizes, urging a clear stance on every issue. It condemns indecision and praises bold, even eccentric commitment over perpetual fence-sitting.
A short tale shows Peter Cooper discounting a $10 000 note for three years at 3 percent monthly. The merchant agrees to the plan but receives no cash upfront, paying $800 in present terms. The example underscores why exorbitant borrowing rates ruin profits.
The ancient chief Hannibal used a ruse with poisoned snakes hidden in earthen jars as part of a truce deception against Eumenes of Pergamon. Ships received the jars, then flung them onto decks causing panic and decisive chaos leading to a Carthaginian victory.
A Chicago acquaintance argues cats could be trained as retrievers in ancient Egypt. He shows a photograph from a Nile scene with boats and cats in the stern and others swimming with dead birds, claiming British Museum carvings back the idea.
A long list of Austin area residents and relatives from Blooming Prairie LaCrosse Rose Creek and nearby towns spent Christmas with family or visiting friends. Many homes hosted dinners dances and social gatherings as travelers visited relatives across Minnesota.
Tonight at Maurek's hall a free six act vaudeville show is offered alongside the usual dance. Tickets are required for dance attendees only. The bill features Bart McGuire the bagpumper and a Chinese impersonation act by Salas and Salas.
Mr and Mrs George Turner of Chicago visit his parents Mr and Mrs Dave Turner. Mr and Mrs J M Plum visit relatives in Minneapolis. Mr and Mrs H K Hinckley spent yesterday in Adalis.
Dr John Till, known as the Sommerset wonder healer, is visiting his sister in Almens Wisconsin for about ten days before returning to Germany where he intends to spend the rest of his days. Local talk says he carries around $200 000 in cash to take with him.
The notice corrects a line in the invitation to read yourself and ladies instead of yourself and lady for the joint installation on Sunday December 29. Conductors are reminded to govern themselves accordingly and may invite their ladies.
The Oberlin College Glee club appears Friday evening January 3 at the Baptist church. General admission costs 50 cents with students paying 35 cents and reserved seats costing an extra 10 cents.
Probate Court in Austin Minnesota issues a citation to heirs and interested parties in the estate of Margaret Leary to show cause why the final account and distribution petition should not be granted. Hearing set for January 2 at 10 o clock a.m. in Mower County.
The body of eighteen year old Max Lareiter was taken to W. E. Karl Furniture Co. undertakers in LeRoy after a botched thumb setting by Dr Henslin. He died soon after from heart valve disease revealed at autopsy, coroner's verdict notes.
The Cosko presents a refreshed lineup with new acts and exciting performances. Audiences are invited to see something different, something enjoyable, and something intriguing on the evening program.
An excited account recalls a riotous London night on May 1 1900 with revelers waving the Union Jack and banners, shouting the national anthem, and toasting the victory that ended a severe winter. The writer describes scenes of jubilation among all classes, including Whitechapel youths and a dignified Englishman on a carriage roof, as England’s victory over siege pressure lifts morale.
The article notes that wheels with curved spokes are more attractive to the eye but explains the main benefit lies in durability. Curved spokes flex slightly during cooling, reducing cracking risk compared with straight spokes which are more prone to crack.
The Providence Grays and Boston Bostons engaged in a dramatic 1884 series with Radbourne dominating as ace. Providence won the four final games, Radbourne pitched on four consecutive days, and an 11 inning Boston game saw Arthur Irwin’s fly land through boards for a decisive four bagger.
H. K. Job in Outing Magazine describes hummingbirds entering rooms attracted by flowers on hats or artificial blooms and sugar from lips. The birds are fragile, strike objects injuring themselves, and cannot be kept captive except in a greenhouse with ample blooms, where they might still harm themselves by hitting glass.
A San Francisco Chronicle anecdote tells how Corrigan refused to lend his dress suit after a borrower's death led to a funeral scene. He later learned the casketed man wore Corrigan's suit, sparking tears and a vow never to own another dress suit.
A office boy asks to leave at noon for a church fair. He explains his mother bought a ticket costing a dollar for him to work the refreshment stall, arguing he is the only family member who can spend the dollar. the boss relents.
An American hostess offers several types of bone sandwiches to an Englishwoman of rank at a garden party. The English guest responds with her refined restraint, saying she never touches the navy or salty foods, highlighting cultural manners.
A New York Herald report recounts artists who model animals saying wild creatures retain a dangerous temper. Elephants, camels, and tigers can attack even when trained, with handlers using goads and close modeling stands facing sudden, powerful outbursts.
Column quotes Maud’s schemes as she keeps suitors at bay with a claim of jealousy if she married a handsome man. The Cincinnati Enquirer notes her artful avoidance and the hold she has on rejected suitors.
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