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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1908
Page
2
Fragmentary notice lists subscription rates One Year Three Months and credits Skinner and Ulmer with Gertrude Ellis Skinner as associate editor. Missing details limit full context and pricing information.
Dr Minor C Baldwin presents an organ program featuring Bach Handel and Haydn selections. Includes The King of the Main and The Storm In The Mountains with titled Songo pieces and solo works by Baldwin and Wilbour in a church concert setting.
The annual sale of privileges for the State Fair will be held August 1 under L D Baird. Priced by location, the sale starts at 10 am with prior year income over 20000. Keen competition is anticipated due to high interest in spaces this year.
Parker shows opened last night to a good crowd with fair business. The carnival lot features many attractions. the animal circus impresses with large, well trained beasts. Swings by Sdrwin Kelly and Barney the bear draw laughs, while Martha Florine handles Persian leopards gracefully. Illusion act Pharaoh's Daughter dazzles with serpentine dancing and Pro Kellar magic. The Merry Widows vaudeville delivers wholesome humor and catchy tunes. Performances run 2:30 and 7:30 with free band concerts and trapeze acts.
The body of James L. Ryther, born Pleasant Grove Minn, was found on a Cannon Falls riverbank around July 9 1908. A witness described a violent quarrel near the river and a suspected assault before the body was dumped in the Cannon river. Coroner Mosse discovered the corpse had been robbed and death not due to drowning. The Ryther family and friends prepare for funeral rites as investigations begin.
Mrs Miles learns her sister died in Milwaukee last evening around four. Due to Mr Sprague's illness he cannot attend the funeral. Mrs Charles Heinold and her daughter depart for Milwaukee this evening.
Matt Sistek at the C. F. Stillman factory suffered a rare injury when a wood splinter eight to ten inches long penetrated his forearm from wrist to elbow. Doctors removed several long splinters after opening the wound and he was put under anesthesia. He will be out of work for some time.
The Parker Carnival company entertained twenty two news boys Monday in a royal fashion. Miss Agnes Thurman guided the group from ride to ride on the grounds for three hours. The boys praised the animal show and the Merry Widow dancer as they toured Big Anna and the Ferris wheel before heading home at 10 30 exhausted but happy.
Mrs Sadie Gilfiel d of Alstin greets friends here. Miss Zelpha Lugg recovered from a cold after a doctor visit. William Mann and Eva Jerred wed in South Dakota and visited Moscow relatives. The Moscow Musical Club met at George Ryans. Local ball games excited fans. Various visits and illnesses are reported plus June butter prices at the Moscow creamery.
Mrs Pete Schneider shopped in Austin Friday. Fred Tolkdorf returned from Kass Monday. Mr and Mrs L Jensen went to North field Wednesday. Francs Scanlon of Eiko visited Wednesday and Thursday. Miss Ella Peterson of Lyle visited the Ellindee home. Freddie Krebsbach was in Rose Creek Wednesday. Miss Aline Vega and Marcella Dean went to Northfield Wednesday. Mr and Mrs J P Krebsbach and children went to Fon du Lac Wis Monday for a funeral. Chas Starksen and family left Thursday for Hetland S Dak after two weeks with Adams relatives. Mrs Edn Howell left Monday for Tekoa Wash to supervise Milwaukee extension bridges and visit Seattle relatives. Jake Wagner and Adolph King departed Tuesday for Turton S Dak.
Henry Waterman Sr. died in Chicago after a week of illness. He was nearly eighty one, born September 29, wife died two years ago, and he leaves four sons. He visited Austin last summer and planned to return in three weeks. Funeral is Wednesday and his family will attend the ceremonies. He was remembered as a genial, pleasant man.
Miss Anna King visited Austin. Martin Joyce spent Sunday in Austin. Walter Watson hosts his brother and wife who arrived last Saturday. Mr and Mrs John Q Malley spent Sunday in Dexter. Miss May Rooney and brother Austin and Chicago father visited Mrs Dan Conway. The Conways and Dan Conway family drove to Austin to spend Sunday with the Conways east of town. All returned Sunday evening except Austin. Jim Kirkwood passed cigars Monday. He said it was a boy.
All members of the Merchants' Association and the Austin Progressive League are asked to meet at the League Rooms on Wednesday evening July 22 at 8 oclock to act on the governors proclamation for relief of Clinton cyclone sufferers. Officials listed are R. O. Wobph President Merchants Association R. R. Murphy President Austin Progressive League W. L. Van Camp Secretary.
The British battleship Indomitable carrying the Prince of Wales has reached the Gulf of St. Lawrence about 600 miles from Quebec after a swift crossing likely to set a record. Vice President Fairbanks is due at Levis on Wednesday with a guard greeting and Spencerwood as his residence. The harbor now hosts ten battleships including the United States New Hampshire.
On opening day in Fargo on July 21 the North Dakota state fair marked an auspicious start with merchants and children day. All children under fourteen were admitted free and hundreds arrived by auto courtesy of the Auto club, drawing higher attendance than any prior opening day.
London July 21 The second week at Shepperd's Bush opened with field events and sprint heats. Americans dominated track events led by J A Rector of Virginia who beat K G MacLeod and set a 100 meter Olympic record. Americans Sheppard Halstead Beard won 800 meter heats while Coe of Michigan was edged in the 400 meter hurdles.
Bargain sale this week for a good leather upholstered ex tension top survey offered by L. F. Snyder located fifth house north of hospital.
Wallace Gregson, electrician at 121 West Mill Street, showcases latest light shades for chandeliers in Mission, Cathedral, and Holland. Stand and drop lights on display. Call to view. Estimates gladly given on house wiring.
The annual meeting of the W. C. T. U. will take place next Tuesday at 3 PM at the home of Mrs. C. M. Page on West Mill Street. All members are urged to attend due to important matters likely to be discussed.
People indebted to E. A. Dalager grocery store are asked to call and settle. Mr. Dalager will move from his present location around August first and will offer big price reductions to clear stock, especially in the rockery line.
Market notes highlight fat hogs and veal sheep prices with attention to beef and pork trades. Includes brief mentions of buyer demand and seasonal pricing, with no detailed figures.
The British take six heats while the Americans win three of nine hurdles. American wins came in 100 meters swimming, standing broad jump, and bantam catch-as-catch-can wrestling. Daniels of NYAC sets Olympic record in 1 06 seconds. France takes fencing medal as standings adjust. UK leads 54 to 46 for America with Greece earning minor points.
Joplin reports a premature shot explosion in the Red Dog mine at Webb City results in two men killed and a third seriously injured. Local authorities investigate the accident and assess safety procedures at the mine.
The exchange shows a child nervous about visitors staying long, with the mother denying nerves while the boy admits discomfort, wriggling and kicking his chair when guests linger. The dialogue highlights strain in a domestic setting and the child’s reaction to social intrusion.
An insurance ad promotes comprehensive policies against fire lightning and tornadoes. It claims liberal coverage and affordable rates from E. H. Smith Insurance Agency offering farm property and stock insured with options for combined plans.
Loomis Bros. seeks poult delivery in Austin Minnesota on July 23 at specified prices for hens and roosters. Car will be on the G. W. track. Phone 558 6d lw.
Real estate listing advertises houses on water bridge railway and St Paul streets and Oakland avenue plus town lots and farms near Aus in the northern part of the state. Call office at 223 N. Main St to see them.
The diary excerpts describe May dew prized for bleaching linen and improving complexion. Pepys mentions wife and maid traveling to Woolwich to gather dew and the practice of washing the face with it. A 1667 entry notes early morning disturbance as his wife and maid rise to gather May dew before dawn.
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