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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1973
Page
4
The opinion piece argues that liberty is fragile and earned through strength and sacrifice. It cites American prisoners of war's experiences in North Vietnam to emphasize that eternal vigilance and maintaining a strong America are essential to preserve political and economic freedoms for all citizens.
The United States Catholic Church reports a gain of 69,437 members to 48,460,427, while Presbyterians fall by 104,612 to 2,916,757. Converts rise to 73,925. Catholic clergy drop by 452, baptisms and religious instruction fall. Presbyterians gain in giving with a 4 million dollar increase.
The Dairy Month promotion in June marks the largest single food push, aimed at honoring dairy farmers and boosting milk consumption. Cliff Markuson of the Minnesota Dairy Association notes rising per capita dairy use after two decades of decline, driven by aggressive marketing efforts and collective farmer involvement.
Columnist Russell Baker jokes that turning the dollar into loose change saved in the pocket would cut pants wear from expensive trousers. He mocks government problem solving and explains inflation erodes wallets and seats, urging decisive action to relieve the strain.
Viewers nationwide protest preemption of soap operas and other programs during the Senate Watergate hearings. Many complain about the medium selling advertising while neglecting public service, while few express appreciation for the televised public service effort.
Wisconsin Senator Proxmire lambasts retirement ceremonies for generals and civilians at Cameron Station and nationwide. He cites parade costs, flybys, and exhibit making as taxpayer expenses, noting 375 generals and similar officers may drive vast annual costs amid reforms.
Flea beetles that bore tiny holes in leaves are abundant this year threatening crops. An appeal to Austin women seeks help meeting the Red Cross surgical dressings quota. Rev Wendell Pew receives Campbell Award from Drake University. Lois Riese to succeed Robert Hageseth as social worker in Eagle Lake. Mower County commissions focus on school petitions. John A Duerst earns two honors at Oklahoma State University. Grand Meadow School to sponsor a summer recreation program for 1st to 6th graders.
A court ruled a nightclub liable when chairs were pushed into the dance area, setting the stage for injury. It held dancers in public venues must expect safety safeguards, while patrons’ own negligence and risky footwear can affect outcomes.
Today marks the 153rd day of 1973 with notable events including Elizabeth II’s 1953 coronation at Westminster Abbey, Congress granting citizenship to American Indians in 1924, Kennedy visit to Paris in 1961, Surveyor I moon landing in 1966, a 1964 civil rights focus, Natchez curfew and arrests, and Vietnam’s Thieu decree proposal rejection.
A listing provides contact details for Minnesota legislators including Sen. C. R. Baldy Hansen at the State Capitol St. Paul and Sen. Lew W. Lerson with Senate Post Office, plus Rep. Helen McMillan and Rep. Neil Haugerud at House Post Office. Addresses include St. Paul MN 55101 and 59191.
The text lists titled officials and their Washington D C addresses including The Honorable Walter Mondale The Honorable Hubert Humphrey and The Honorable Ancher Nelson Rayburn with respective office buildings and a postal code 20515. The entries reference Senate Office Building and Rayburn Office Building in Washington D C.
Summer schedule starts June 11 with last Sunday opening on June 3. Read about The Headache Book by Friedman and Frazlie, The Rally Book by Hebb, The New World of Needlepoint by Perrone, and novels The Athersons and Summer Games. Nonfiction includes Vichy France by Paxton and A Joyful Noise by Gillespie.
A series of questions covers correcting multiple social security numbers, spousal benefits timing after marriage, benefit adjustments for a working parent, tax withholding on part time work, accrual of back pay, and eligibility for wife’s benefits. Contact Austin 433-1858 or toll free 373-2511 for prompts.
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