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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1905
Page
2
Editorial notes remark on coffee and bread samples, complains water was off at Main street fountains during Decoration Day, and mocks merchants who kept shops open during park exercises claiming high customer traffic justified it.
The forecast says June will proceed as usual with warmth replacing cold, storms replacing blizzards, and weather arriving regardless of Hicks or Mercury, continuing the pattern of routine meteorological predictions.
The passage explains that butter-nut bread is not made from butter nuts but is a patented bread-making process by Schultz Bakery of Chicago. The inventor profited from the process, which became widely used in major cities, and readers are urged to try it as those who sample it often request it again.
Judge Jelly called Austin one of the most beautiful Northwest cities noting fine walks shady streets and well kept lawns. He observed mud larks on streets and ill kept yards marring neighborhoods while claiming Austin has fewer of this class than any city of its size.
Observations note seasonal migrations of birds insects and animals across Minnesota and Iowa. Rats moved at night from lake shores to Albert Lea while dragonflies and butterflies passed through in great numbers. Turtles travel between lakes and rivers with trains reporting mass movement along rail lines and grain damage potential later from dragging across fields.
Sealed bids for construction of the Parochial School at Johnsburg Minnesota are due June 15 1905. Plans by W F Keefe Austin Minnesota. Each bid requires a $200 certified check. The committee may reject all bids. Plans on file at W F Keefe Austin or Stephen Klapprich Adams Minnesota. Stone foundations and brick facing provided. Heating excluded.
A farmer signs as A FARMER rebutting advice columns that warn against frauds and swindlers. He argues modern farmers are informed, connected, and capable of handling money and travel, and that rural readers should be left to manage their own affairs without patronizing guidance.
The home of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Crane on South Main hosted a Wednesday evening social for Christ Episcopal church members and friends to greet the new pastor Rev. and Mrs. Badlong. Judge Kingsley and Rey Budlang welcomed guests as apple blossoms decorated the rooms. Music featured violin and piano by Rayman Basford Hogge. ice cream and cake were served by the church’s young ladies.
County Agricultural Society showcases a Forrester automatic gate at the fair grounds. Farmers are invited to pull the rope to open the gate and again to close it, eliminating the need to exit wagons at each gate. The feature is praised as a significant improvement.
The 8S. M. Normal College alumni banquet at Woodmen Hall drew 115 guests hosted by Baptist church volunteers. Prof. Hartman led toasts while Prof. Boos trom honored founder E. M. Scheldy. Toasts celebrated college life with names of students and faculty.
National Educational Association meetings at Asbury Park NJ prompt special round trip fares. 23.25 via Ft Wayne route and 21.35 via Pan Handie route, good for return until July 10 with possible extension to August. Tickets sold from Chicago by Pennsylvania Lines agents. contact G L Thomson Pioneer Press Bldg St Paul for routes and baggage through check.
Miss Inez Minshall formerly of Austin has been appointed court reporter for the probate court in Oklahoma City. The judge there handles many cases including those up to $1000, and she will receive a good salary. Friends in Austin extend best wishes for her success.
Mrs Miller of St Charles Minnesota arrived Saturday noon to visit daughters Mrs Rosie Kammer and Mrs Schley of Adolpho. Joe Goetsch and George Bolton made a Sutton trip with teams and brought two loads of evergreens. Goetsch bought 110 from Don Procher. FJ Hill sheared sheep at T K Dahle's. M J McGowan bought a four horse power gasoline engine. BM Carll of Adolpho visited town and plans cement walks. Wool sold east of here to Decker at 3 1/2 cents. N T Johnson hauled lumber from here. FJ Hill bought a corn plow in Hayfield. Joe Goetsch drove to Austin. Levi Granger bought hogs for sale here. Oristad and William Baumann of Hayfield were here. Miss Pearl Nichols celebrated her seventh birthday with a party northeast of here. many from here attended.
Hormel's Provision Market in Austin Minnesota advertises Amoco California Ripe Olives and Pure Olive Oil. The copy touts olives as delicious nutritious and easily digested with high food value claiming one pound equals three pounds of animal flesh. Hermetically sealed packaging preserves freshness.
Brownsdale residents report visits and illnesses including Mr WH Pierce and Dr Schottler from Dexter. Mrs Gunderson dies, funeral in Oslo Cemetery with Rev J Roseland officiating. Other items note visits by Raymond Jepson, Jens Jepson’s hospital update, M E Sociable, O E S gathering, and memorial services at the M E church.
Trade notice seeking buyers and sellers for rigs horses and harnesses. Vendor invites inquiries and offers and promotes viewing before purchase. Local dealer encourages customers to compare options and prices.
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