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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1908
Page
2
The Austin Daily Herald, established November 8, 1891, is the city’s official paper with Gertude Ellis Skinner as associate editor and a staff including Skinner & Ulmer. The newspaper publishes daily except Sundays.
The Winona Republican-Herald notes no drownings in the flood aftermath and comments on local safety. It mentions broader concerns with cocaine shipments by mail and the government’s effort to curb drug abuse.
A small boy at a Chau tauqua asks his father why Mr Jensen is referred to as chief because he is boss of the fire water.
Mrs Crawford Hill a Denver social leader reports Alice Roosevelt Longworth has sworn off cigarettes. The remark adds light humor about Teddy Roosevelt taking her on a hunting trip and getting lost in Africa.
A young man who recently learned of a girl's engagement begins to realize and appreciate her many admirable qualities. It is human nature to desire what one cannot have, a sentiment echoed in many parts of the world.
One leading merchant asked for a similar obituary notice to the dog Spot received. Another merchant suggested we hold the notice and substitute the first man's name.
Harry Gilmore delivered two lions by the U S express for the Barnes Animal Show. He appeared cool yet uneasy as a knot hole in the box drew an inquisitive nose toward the air.
When the domestic science department is established in Austin public schools, girls will learn to cook with minimal fat and heat. The piece argues it will end the era of frying eggs without fat and improve family digestion and temper, calling the department both popular and practical.
Typhoid fever sweeps Mankato with nearly two thousand cases. Hospitals overflow. The Catholic school building is used as a hospital. Twenty more nurses arrived Wednesday night. High Minnesota River water contaminated city water. State board of health aids the local board. Fatalities are few as the city hopes for recovery.
The piece paints a nostalgic scene of summer with hayfields, bees, fish, flies, and flowers. It notes how even in hard times circuses and shows attract crowds, as people seek entertainment and diversion when work or rent falter. The Austin carnival visit is cited with managers’ wary remark about business.
Local residents, content with good homes, enjoy six day chautauqua events and a six day carnival. They seek sociables and lectures from Cademan and Barker, a Baldwin organ concert, and caliope melodies, proving a shared appetite for public entertainment.
J Solner recounts travel from Vos to Christiania and Copenhagen, describing fjords, railroads, and villages. He notes climate, scenery, and conversations with fellow travelers, then meets his sister in Vordenborg, reflects on home in America, and ends with political reference to Denver.
The Parker Shows tours feature 257 people with a weeklong engagement. The article depicts show folk’s life, noting hard work for families, plain meals, and a culture of nicknames from Shorty Props to Gum Shoe. It highlights camaraderie and anonymity within the troupe.
A large social dance is planned at the Auditorium tonight organized by local youths and open to the public. Tichy’s orchestra will provide the music and tickets cost 50 cents.
In Justice Court this morning the roughnecks fight participants were arraigned. Geo Smith and Ed McNab each faced 25 dollars and costs with 40 days. James Denman 20 dollars or 15 days. James Farr 10 dollars or 10 days. None had funds so they were sent to Deputy Carmichael to serve. R G Brand absent due to injuries. sentence imposed at cell for 80 days. Ed Jacobs received 90 days for drunkenness by Justice Fairbanks.
Austin townspeople anticipate a Friday evening organ recital by Dr. Baldwin noted as among the nation's top pipe organists. Tickets at one dollar appear steep for Austin yet are modest compared with five dollar prices in other cities. The Methodist ladies arranged the concert at the Congregational church and paid 190 dollars, three times the prior Austin recital cost, presenting a rare chance to hear this fine instrument at its best.
Mrs Lerne Brandvig pipe organist of the M E church opens a music studio offering piano mandolin guitar and harmony lessons. She holds degrees from two conservatories and has ten years of conservatory teaching experience in Ottumwa Ia. German methods used. Inquiries welcomed at 326 L Interstate for hours and terms.
Notice states Assessment No 4 for July called in the Degree of Honor must be paid on or before the 28th by Mrs Spence Barr Financier.
The piece details camp life with bugle calls for meals and guard duties, morning drill, band concerts, and after hours leisure. It notes the daily rhythm from reveille at dawn to taps at night, rooks’ initiation after taps, and mentions officers, team shoots, and medical treatments among new recruits.
Notice says all Merchants' Association members and the Austin Progressive League are to meet at the League Rooms on Wednesday July 22 at 8 o'clock to act on the governor's proclamation for relief of Clinton cyclone sufferers. Signatories include R O Wobb president Merchants' Association R R Murrpuy president Austin Progressive League W L VAN Camp secretary. Also reports the birth of a son to Mr and Mrs Charles F Ellis Mandan ND on July 23.
Risky Revenge by Gaganini the ryiolinist nearly ended in tragedy after he vowed to imitate animals as revenge for hissing. He performed bird notes and animal sounds then mocked the hissers by braying like an ass. Audience members surged onto the stage in anger, threatening violence before he retreated.
A report notes a dog killed and cites causes including lack of parental teaching on avoiding unfamiliar dogs and youths tormenting puppies for amusement. The piece advocates humane conduct by guardians of both dogs and boys.
Loomis Bros solicit poultry deliveries at Austin Minnesota on July 23. Prices per dozen and per unit listed with deliveries to the G. W. track. Call 558 6d lw for arrangements.
One hundred dollars reward for an uncured case of catarrh by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F W Cheney Co and Waldin Kinnan Marvin endorse the firm and its honesty. The cure is taken internally and targets blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials free, 75 cents per bottle, sold by all druggists. P Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Two parcels for sale in Lime Springs include 2 acres and two Main Street front lots with depot access at $1,500. Nearby, 102 Ash Street and 109 Elm Street list rental or sale possibilities with $1,650 or $12 figures noted.
Dr Price's Wheat Flake Celery Food is promoted as ideal for children six and under, claiming to aid digestion and nutrition. The ad emphasizes plain children benefit and positions the product as the best food for all classes.
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