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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1963
Page
4
Mc Graw-Hill economists forecast 1964 will be the best year for U S business in history with seven percent overall growth. They project gains in investment construction and inventories, rising consumer spending and incomes, more jobs, and higher government outlays.
The Austin Herald notes Congressman Al Quie will spend ten days touring the district during the congressional recess. He plans about a dozen speeches and visits to around twenty communities, meeting constituents, organizations and party leaders daily. The schedule highlights a demanding cycle of travel, greetings and issue discussions.
Reports of a potential iron ore field near Hutchinson 67 miles west of Minneapolis prompt interest though evidence remains inconclusive. Local mining near Austin and Spring Valley yields thousands of tons, but deep low grade ore and high costs limit economic impact compared with northern taconite.
Public Safety Commissioner Robert Peterson and Police Chief Lester McAuliffe propose canceling all existing special gun permits by December 31 and renewing them under stricter rules. Applicants would post bonds, permits would require annual renewal, and clear purposes and designated areas for each commission holder would be defined to curb misuse.
A Bible verse states that godly grief yields repentance leading to salvation and no regret, while worldly grief ends in death. The passage emphasizes spiritual outcome over superficial sorrow.
The notice details mail delivery zones for Austin with rates and advance payment options. Zone 1 covers post offices within 530 miles including U S Armed Forces areas. other zones list varying distances and periods with prepaid terms for one month three months six months and one year.
The Rochester Post Bulletin notes Adlai E. Stevenson implying possible availability for the Democratic vice presidential nomination on a Johnson ticket in 1964. His reluctance to deny the query drew liberals and intellectuals to praise his leadership as a potential running mate, a scenario unlikely to occur.
A collage of notes recalls 30 years ago with a fire at 605 N Lansing and visits of Sister Evangeline to Rochester. Also 20 years ago Pfc. Herbert Kamp receives the Legion of Merit and other civic moves and appointments.
A reader offers snow shoveling guidance weighing shovels from 3% to 8 pounds and shows load comparisons with 30 minutes of brisk shoveling. Advice stresses light shovels, rest, moving only needed snow, and preferring fluffy snow. Also notes Bible thefts and bicycling safety rules for children, with seven specific riding guidelines.
A.Oginga Odinga, longtime pro-communist Kenyan politician and former leader in the Kenya National Union, was invited to the U.S. Senate on December 19. The event lauded his role amid East Africa politics, with Odinga later poised to leverage the honor in Kenya’s prime ministership bid. The piece notes Odinga’s ties to the Soviet bloc and his opposition to U.S. interests, and cites Kenyan funding sources linked to Communist influence.
Astronomers report new Mars data suggesting yellow clouds of toxic smog may cross the planet. The piece speculates space travelers could encounter a second Los Angeles on Mars. Political chatter centers on Goldwater’s fading odds and Nixon and Scranton as top GOP contenders.
Jack Bird 84 of Crookston plans a homeward journey funded by local friends to visit his sister Mrs. Kate Mayes in South Devon. He will depart Grand Forks at 11 30 am to Winnipeg then fly to London. Bird, retired Grand Forks Herald circulation manager, recalls tea and French pancakes at the airport.
Hollywood veteran Edgar Buchanan shows cautious optimism about Petticoat Junction as a top new TV series. He credits the show with steady work, public recognition, and potential for personal appearances, while recalling his own path from dentistry to acting and early stage discovery.
The nuclear powered Polaris firing submarine Woodrow Wilson joined the U S fleet at Mare Island California. The 7,500 ton ship first to bear the president’s name seeks to guarantee peace with global range and can stay submerged for over two months according to Navy officials. Chief Justice Earl Warren spoke at the outdoor commissioning ceremony.
The column explains orthostatic hypotension caused by standing and remedies such as elastic stockings and drugs. defines hemolytic streptococcus infections and their contagiousness and antibiotic treatment. distinguishes histamine and histidine and lists common antihistamines. notes Dexamy and Elavil uses, with eye pressure caution for Elavil users.
Robert Hall McCormick, 85, philanthropist and grandson of Leander J. McCormick, founder lineage of International Harvester Co., died Friday. He managed his grandfather's estate and left a legacy in business and public life.
Proponents face a long fight in 1964 as hearings may extend into January and senators threaten delaying tactics. Leaders warn a compromise must satisfy southern and civil rights groups, with further House and Senate hurdles and uncertain timelines.
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