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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1960
Page
1
Joyce Schottler a 19 year old Austin Junior College sophomore won the Dean's Silver and earned selection to play piano for the Austin Choralaires in Wales next month. Her busy schedule includes passport gown and shots for the trip while she balances tough exams and 4 H work.
The council referred a proposal to raise off-sale liquor licenses to the ordinance committee. Fred Miles seeks a license for a drive-in store at 1201 Oakland Place SE, arguing more outlets won’t boost consumption. Mayor Hansen and Aldermen debate risk to minors and store ethics while Alderman Weiss backs broader licensing.
The congregation approved a $340000 plan for a 108 by 104 foot sanctuary with a glassed-in courtyard linking to the existing building. The project adds a 500 seat main floor, 70 in the choir balcony, and 200 in the narthex and aisles, with the administrative section centered and a new kitchen in the admin area. Architects Sovik Mathre and Madson of Northfield designed the contemporary brick structure with laminated beams, skylight windows, and a three-level roof outline extending south toward W Oakland Ave.
Adlai E Stevenson rejects a pledge of support from pension promoter George McLain who backs Stevenson if he wins. McLain had endorsed Stevenson Friday, prompting Stevenson to say he wants to disassociate from that bid to embarrass the Democratic Party. The 81 member California favorite son delegation awaits July convention selection from next Tuesday's primary.
Frank E. Gratto, a 37 year old house painter, was jailed in San Francisco after police flushed him from a crab apple tree in Golden Gate Park. Investigators say they know of seven wives with potential as many as thirteen. Police fired three shots as he was captured.
Soviet Premier Khrushchev plans a trip to Cuba seen as a bid to export Castroism across Latin America. Officials foresee hostile Cuban reception, rising anti-U.S. sentiment, and possible extensions to other Latin nations if invited. Cuban secrecy over the invite fuels concerns about Moscow influence.
The Rev Daniel Corcoran will serve as pastor of St Edward s Catholic Church with temporary offices at Pacelli High School. Services begin July 17 at Sterling Theater while pastorate starts July 13. Parish trustees Leo Sayles and Gordon Laval lead lay committees planning permanent offices and living quarters.
An antigovernment paper reports opposition members are being threatened and intimidated for campaigning against plans to sever ties with the British crown and declare South Africa a republic.
In Minneapolis a Jefferson Jackson dinner drew national party figures. Sen John Kennedy slated for brief appearance to woo Minnesota's 62 delegates. Rep Charles Brown backed Sen Stuart Symington and India Edwards led by Rep Frank Church delivering keynote. Miles Lord praised the event as impressive. Late arrivals planned brunch with delegates before going to Eau Claire.
Robert N. Overson 32 a Modesto based microscope salesman pleaded guilty to robbing the Bank of America in San Leandro on April 20 taking 1116 dollars. Judge William Sweigert set June 24 for sentencing with a maximum 25 year term.
Mike Wagner, youngest of 19, will graduate Sunday from Pacelli High School. His father Nick Wagner built the family firm Wagner Construction Co and the clan has long supplied players and students to St. Augustine institutions. The ceremony marks the third Wagner family graduation this year, with relatives spread across several schools and colleges.
Minnesota Republicans endorse Elmer L. Andersen for governor by acclamation at the state convention. Andersen led the ticket with support from key figures, while Mayor P Kenneth Peterson of Minneapolis may challenge in September's primary. Bjornson is backed for reelection. platform endorses tax reform and budget balancing with no stance against withholding.
Partly cloudy and cool with a few scattered showers or thundershowers. Outlook for Monday calls for below normal temperatures with no significant precipitation.
Four miles southwest of Sturgeon Lake a fire destroyed a home killing Angeline Cichy a blind farmer living with her bachelor son who was away at another farm. He found the blaze driving home about 430 p.m. Cause of the fire remains undetermined.
Brunswick Ga report notes another attempt to launch a large balloon to reach the stratosphere in order to collect data on high velocity cosmic rays. The study aims to improve understanding of cosmic ray properties and atmospheric interactions.
Oliver Powers father of Francis Powers the U2 spy plane pilot abruptly cancelled his plan to visit Russia where his son is detained on spy charges. Powers reportedly has "definite instructions" not to travel now and not to speak publicly, with officials saying the trip is postponed until a more advantageous time for his son's life and welfare.
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