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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1958
Page
10
A liquor store clerk in Minneapolis refused orders from a gunman during a robbery and chased the assailant, prompting a hotel-room arrest of a 21-year-old man after two youths alerted police. The clerk Christ Possis, 68, described the hold up at Hennepin Avenue store as the suspect stole about 50 dollars.
John Bohmer a longtime bank president near Glenwood Minnesota died at age 89 He founded the Brooten State Bank in 1894 and led it until retiring in 1954 Bohmer held a 60 year span as bank president one of the nation s longest he is survived by two grandsons.
The report details multiple fatalities and injuries from Sunday incidents. Harvey Kirkland, 25, Kasson, Minn., survived after clinging to a capsized motorboat. Darrell Ahistrand, 6, Duluth, fell from a sailboat and could not be revived. Charles W. deGreef, 72, Ortonville, injured in April, died after a March transfer to an Ortonville hospital. Victor Korte, 39, Rabbit, died when his car left a curve near Ely, traveling 300 feet off the road.
Cecil M. Hewitt 74 vice president emeritus Bradley University Peoria Ill died Sunday of a heart attack He was born in Morning Sun Iowa
Residents of Nova Scotia's Cape Breton Island maintain the world's largest Gaelic speaking community. The region preserves language heritage through schools culture and daily use in communities.
Veal calves weighted 180 to 300 pounds show prices around 28.50 to 30.00 with heavier cattle discounted by weight. At South St. Paul and Chicago, cattle trading remained steady to moderately active with steers, heifers, and cows showing a range of prices. hogs and lambs also reported with varied weights delivering steady to slightly higher quotes. Prime slaughter steers top around 28.50 to 34.00 depending on grade and weight.
Washington AP reports Western Union and the Commercial Telegraphers Union reached a two year contract in principle to end a nationwide strike threat. The deal includes a six cent hourly raise effective June 1 and a further five cent increase on September 1, with a three cent fund for wage inequities. Union ratification and formal drafting remain before the agreement becomes final.
The governor was informed of the Freeman court fight affecting unemployment benefits. It notes no fixed notice period to legislators in the state constitution and suggests prompt disposal with reasonable notice for lawmakers to plan the session. Maximum weekly benefits are $38 for jobless residents.
A dense list shows intraday stock prices and percentage changes across numerous firms led by Abbott Labs and International Paper. Notable highs include Armco Steel 49% and Boeing 41 2, while Dow components such as General Electric and American Telephone show gains around midrange. The report culminates with George A Horme & Co. common stock at an asked price of 242 dollars.
A youth who kicked in a car window during a movie night at the Outdoor Theatre was apprehended, authorities say. Sheriff Al Reinartz noted two girls witnessed the incident and described the intruder’s actions. A burglarized South Eighth Street Grocery is under investigation after a break-in earlier in March and a cap gun was stolen.
France braces for a turbulent era as De Gaulle wins 329 votes to install him, with Communists and Socialists opposing his demands. Leftist violence flares, Algeria tensions rise as right wing colonists reject a federal solution. De Gaulle plans a trip to Algeria to assess the situation.
Police pursued a car carrying Christensen Aspaas and a girl to a farm at 2 30 am. A volley of bullets hit the car as it fled through a field. The sheriff said officers lowered fire to halt the vehicle. A broken back window and many bullet holes were found. Beilke and Jacobsen later overtook the car.
MINNEAPOLIS RP Cora Cooke one of the nation s few women poultry specialists will retire from the University of Minnesota June 30. She joined the staff 37 years ago and is credited with helping make Minnesota the third ranking egg producer in the United States.
In Big Spring Texas a pipeline gas leak caused an explosion and fire that killed three fishermen and destroyed two cars on an oil lease. Highway patrol said a struck match ignited one car, triggering the blast. Victims were George Washington Gilbert 68, George Cecil Rackley 20, and Gilbert Neal Jennings 23, all of Big Spring. Edgar Lee Jennings Jr. 26, Gilbert’s brother, suffered critical burns.
Federal agents arrest Rocky Lupino and John Azzone in Minneapolis on a warrant charging unlawful flight to avoid prosecution for the kidnapping and murder of Anthony De Vito of St Paul who vanished in 1953. A third man, Sam Cimin, is jailed as a material witness as the case ties to a 1953 South Carolina burglary and robbery prosecutions.
The State Department told the Soviet Union the US Navy routinely watches shipping near US approaches. Soviet trawlers in international waters off the Grand Banks were cited as possibly testing electronics and moving in a steady stream. Officials say freedom of navigation is not violated and surveillance sometimes requires close visual checks.
Gov. Freeman blames Agriculture Secretary Benson for policy failures causing Minnesota dairy farmers to face a seven million dollar income drop this spring. He cites April receipts two million dollars below 1957 and predicts five million more lost in May and June.
In Paris Premier Harold Macmillan sent a personal message to Charles de Gaulle congratulating him on becoming France's leader. De Gaulle's aides released the note noting Macmillan looked forward to working with him in their common cause.
Dr Daniel Laszlo, a renowned cancer specialist, has died at age 55 in New York. The researcher, who headed a yearlong study on eliminating strontium 90 from the human body, was internationally recognized for his work.
Bomb explosions and sporadic rifle fire shattered Beirut’s three day lull Sunday night and early today as clashes renewed. The violence surfaced in Lebanon’s capital amid ongoing political instability and fears of deeper fighting.
Archbishop William Brady of St. Paul was awarded an honorary doctor of law at Notre Dame University commencement in South Bend Indiana. He was cited as an eminent theologian and zealous educator.
Morris Minnesota services set for George Henle 72 owner of local shoe shop since 1915 who died after a series of heart attacks. Surviving are his widow and a daughter.
Stan Williams, recalled May 15, blanked the Chicago Cubs 4 0 in his first major league start. The right hander allowed only two singles, walked two, struck out three, and needed 94 pitches. A 2 mph wind helped his fastball as he worked without a windup, and he praised Don Zimmer for a key relay to end the game.
Doug Sanders, 24, from the University of Florida, won the 55th Western Open at Red Run Golf Club despite a driving rain, carding 68 in the final round to finish 13 under par. Finsterwald was runner-up at 276, with Ragan and Souchak in the chase. Boros shot a 66 for the day's best round.
Los Angeles voters face proposition B to allow 300 acres of city land in Chavez Ravine for a Dodgers stadium. Dodgers supporters staged a major push with a four hour KTTV broadcast and celebrity appearances while opponents warn of risks. A City Council vote last fall backed the contract, but petition signatures forced a referendum.
Ernie Christoff of Eau Claire struck out 11 and drove in three runs, two in the payoff second inning, as the Braves beat Grand Forks 7-1. St Cloud defeated Fargo Moorhead 5-1. Aberdeen Minot game postponed by rain.
Souvenir shops across Israel advertise a 20 percent discount for customers paying in U.S. dollars. The offer targets travelers and tourists, aiming to boost sales amid currency exchange volatility and travel demand. Local merchants note the promotion applies to select items and may vary by shop.
Tim Tam the Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner faces up to five rivals at Belmont Park in the Belmont Stakes. Cavan Flamingo Nasco strong contenders oppose Calumet Farm ace in the mile and one half race for the final Triple Crown jewel. Noureddin may join after Derby third, Preakness run was lackluster. Racing secretary Kilroe expects one or two more entrants for the $100,000 added event.
A 13 year old Roselle Illinois boy Bobby Shurley captured the all gauge skeet crown in the Kentucky Open by firing 250 straight targets. He then left for a swimming pool as his father Al Shuley praised the victory.
Pueblo routed Lincoln 19-9 as Emil Syngel Jerry Sheehan and Dick Bartell powered 15 hits. Syngel went 6 for 6 tying a league record, shrinking Lincoln’s lead to 22 games after Sioux City's doubleheader split. Colorado Springs edged Topeka 8-7, while Des Moines swept Albuquerque 4-1 and 8-6 to move into sixth.
Grover Stephens, a leading steeplechase rider for a decade, announced his retirement at Malvern Pa. He plans to train horses.
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