Austin Daily Herald Founded in 1891 promotes fair coverage
The Austin Daily Herald, founded November 9 1891, is an Associated Press member newspaper serving Austin Minnesota. Editor is H E Rasmussen and Geraldine Rasmussen is business manager. The paper upholds fairness to agriculture labor and industry without bias or favoritism.
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Space program costs weighed against human needs
The piece questions Kennedy’s 40 billion dollar push to reach the moon, arguing funds could better advance medical research and other sciences on Earth. It contends prestige drives the space effort more than military necessity and warns Russia may reach the moon first. It cites biblical and literary quotes to contrast responses to loss and value of care.
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A Warning on Communism From Austin Reader
A letter to the editor cites Arthur H. Loucks and his son W. E. Loucks of Miami Fla in urging Americans to understand and defend the free enterprise system against communism. The piece notes a double-page spread about HUAC testimony and warns that future Christmas celebrations could be restricted if the threat is not faced.
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Not Immune Washington crime not insulated city showpiece argument
The piece argues that Washington DC crime is not an exception to national trends and cannot be insulated. Congress should address underlying social and economic factors shaping crime nationwide, rather than expecting the capital to be crime free.
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Kennedy Labor Pledge Seen Easing Missile Site Delays
The Minneapolis Star reports that President Kennedy’s no-strike pledge and the new missile-sites labor commission are aimed at ending decades of strikes walkouts and work stoppages at 22 bases. Labor disputes have cost 162000 man days and slowed the space program by months.
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Money's Worth: Rates Stay Low Then Rise With Expansion
Article notes borrowing costs remain ample in the near term as the economy shifts from recession to expansion. Fed support continues but not a flood of new lending. FHA mortgage rates cut recently, while corporate and municipal borrowing rises. Homebuilding accelerates demand for funds. savers and deposits may lag. delaying loans could cost borrowers. Daytona Beach attracts more summer visitors for speed tests.
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Pot Pourri and Observations From the Austin Herald
A collection of light notes and social commentary including lawn care tips from a UC horticulturist, a quip about an electric car with high maintenance, Rochester meter fines, a rediscovered 1861 newspaper story, smog health headlines, Murrow’s Washington rules, a Supreme Court payback for Korean War defectors, and a poke at midlife shoe fashion aimed at readers who misjudge middle age.
Motels and real estate weigh on growth in 1960
The piece argues motels are expanding as big business and real estate cycles drive investment, with Newtonian cycle theory applied to real estate. It cautions that the 1960 real estate boom may be peaking, and emphasizes careful land selection, careful appraisal, infrastructure plans, and cost of money as factors shaping future gains.
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Isaac Newton
Ben-Gurion addresses labor chiefs on fighting dictatorship
In a Waldorf Astoria briefing, David Ben-Gurion urged American labor leaders to defend democracy and supported Israel’s global tech and diplomatic efforts. He noted Peace Corps expansion, praised exchanges with AFL-CIO, and highlighted a shared goal of deploying volunteers to aid emerging nations.
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Billy Graham Repentance and Forgiveness Guidance
A reader asks about forgiving a husband for marital disloyalty. The response emphasizes forgiveness as a gift and urges self-forgiveness. It explains that confession to God is required for forgiveness and cites 1 John. repentance brings cleansing and protection against repeating sin.
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Phlebitis and related leg health guidance
Dr Molner explains phlebitis causes from leg injury varicose veins or after surgery or childbirth. Thrombophlebitis may form a clot inside a vein requiring careful treatment and possible elastic stockings and leg elevation. Moderate activity with rest as needed is advised, with case by case decisions.
Mail Zone Delivery Rates by Distance
The notice lists mail delivery zones with prepaid options. Zone 1 covers within 50 miles of Austin, with one month three months six months or one year terms. Other zones specify delivery in post offices within 56 to 150 miles and over 150 miles respectively.
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