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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1908
Page
2
The Austin Daily Herald, established November 8 1891, publishes weekday afternoons as the city’s official newspaper with staff including Gertrude Ellis Skinner as associate editor. Subscription details note weekly and single-copy rates.
A humorous verse recalls modern ailments and social life through phone gossip and a fatal auto crash. A man buys a gas car for leisure, dons leather hat blue goggles and a panama coat, and is killed in an awful mess. The doctor notes it as automobiliousness.
The scene shows men bearing the Merry Widow handkerchief as a ceremonial accessory. The moment emphasizes tradition and pageantry amid the event.
During the busy hay season in Austin many able bodied men struggle to find work while mosquitoes swarm parks. The pests bite mainly at the ankles of people wearing low shoes, creating a nuisance for workers and residents alike.
Audiences paying a quarter at the Chau tauqua gate last night heard the Jubilee singers deliver a robust program, critics noting strong vocal harmony and engaging numbers throughout the evening.
Critics target Jake not for his pie eating with a knife but for belonging to a party with many capable men who use a fork. The remark frames a broader clash over traditional norms and party standards in the nomination.
At the national convention of sheriffs in St Paul the Cork County Illinois sheriff advocates exterminating criminals, likening them to weeds growing faster than the good plants.
A quirky remark argues that Hobson missing the scene preserves the amusement of a democratic convention and the convention retains Hobson’s absence as part of its charm. The quote highlights mutual benefit in absence from a political gathering.
Once the high water subsided the boat houses expected to be lost were found intact and most material saved. The planned large boat house by the launch owners has been abandoned for this season.
A bicycle rider dumped poison meat on the road, killing five family pets in the South Chatham neighborhood. Two were valuable dogs. The rider admits only that the dogs chased him. Authorities should address this cowardly and illegal act, which harms many pets in Austin.
Mayor Sutton invited Supt. Clemmens of the Milwaukee road to join him at the Chautauqua grounds Tuesday night to hear Opie Read. Clemmens declined and learned Wednesday morning that Read had lectured the previous night, leaving him a disappointed admirer.
Notice for Independent School District No 27 in Mower County Minnesota. Annual meeting at high school on Saturday July 18 1908 to elect two three year directors replacing C H Decker and C S Johnson. Polls open 9 am to 4 pm. Austin Minnesota July 8 1968. H A Avery president J F Fairbanks clerk.
A. B. Hawkins presents tonight at 8:30 at Palace Music Hall featuring films In a Peaceful Inn The Hunchback Brings Luck Long Distance Wireless Photography After Midnight Dream of an Opium Fiend plus new lantern slides displaying handsome views around Austin.
Interest grows as pleasant weather brings large audiences to Lafayette park for the Chautauqua. Dr A E Winship discusses rescuing children from rascality, praising Judge Lindsay and the George Junior Republic. Wednesday night features moving pictures, lighting woes, and a look ahead to Friday's Pueblo Indians exhibit and concerts by the Stelz Quartet.
Rumor spread at nine this morning that Hobson would not appear at the Chautauqua. Redpath Lyceum bureau blamed for failing to notify local committee and public after distributing bills. Lieut. Gov. Harding substituted, unaware of the change until today. Local committee denounces Redpath over the incident.
Austin plays Minneapolis Monarchs in Blooming Prairie on Sunday July 12 at 3 45. Austin battery Chapman and Smith will face Monarchs Lefty Morris and Swenson. Train leaves Austin at 3 10. A good game is assured.
The Democratic convention in Denver named Congressman Clayton as permanent chairman after Senator McCreary of Kentucky presented the committee report. The resolutions committee had not finished its work, with possible delays until the report is issued. Former Missouri Governor Francis is being mentioned as a vice presidential possibility.
Mr and Mrs John Harpman hosted a house party this week with their three daughters along with guests from Galesburg Illinois Deadwood South Dakota Salt Lake City Utah Durand Wisconsin and Ottumwa Iowa. Mrs Francis Hyde hosted a 5 o clock dinner. Prof and Mrs A J Harpman led a 630 luncheon. Jay Hormel hosted about thirty young people on West Water Street in honor of Miss Olive Hormel and Florence Foster of Ottumwa Iowa with progressive games and refreshments.
Miss Estelle Solon of Austin is named soprano soloist for the Northwestern saengerfest in La Crosse July 23 to 26, chosen unanimously from about 500 hopefuls. She will be accompanied by Bach's full orchestra of Milwaukee, joining a lineup that includes Mme Anna Hickisch of London.
In Denver on July 9 the resolutions committee debated the injunction plank, faced sub committee absences, and paused proceedings. Proposals included campaign finance disclosure, income tax, tariff reforms, and limits on Oriental immigration. Nebraska planks on anti pass laws and labor disputes received broad support.
A teacher asks how to define a crying need and a solemn student answers with a joke about a handkerchief. The quip reflects sharp wit and a playful take on essentials in everyday life.
The Royal Hungarian Orchestra performed at the Chautauqua grounds this afternoon and drew loud applause. The crowd demanded encores and praised the ensemble as one of the best ever to visit the city. They will return tonight and ticket holders are urged to attend.
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