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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1976
Page
4
The Herald proclaims a long 85 year history serving Southern Minnesota and North Iowa with fairness and impartiality, aiming to promote agriculture labor and industry without political bias or favoritism.
In a Bicentennial note, Austin urges residents to display the U S flag on Flag Day Monday June 14. The article traces the flag’s history from 1777 to the 50 star design adopted July 4 1960 and invites pride in the national emblem. It explains evolving stripes and stars reflecting statehood and national unity.
Washington essay notes millions exposed to deadly substances at work and argues red tape and cutbacks hinder health protections. It cites doctor misdiagnoses, 96 percent injury rates at nonfarm sites, few health services, and a Congress appeal to expand manpower and standards amid regulatory delays.
On this date in history the U S Army was founded in 1775 and the Continental Congress authorized riflemen. Other items include the flag adoption in 1777 the free Republic of California in 1846 Harding broadcasting in 1922 Paris occupied in 1940 and Saipan invasion in 1944. The note mentions birthdays Burl Ives and Pierre Salinger and a quote from Einstein.
The 94 third year cadets face charges for cheating or alleged awareness of cheating at West Point. Critics argue the academy’s 159 year old honor code is unevenly applied, with lawsuits challenging its constitutionality and calls for consistent ethical standards from cadets to officers.
A science feature warns of ozone damage from carbon tetrachloride alongside manmade fluorocarbons. Dr Aubrey P Altshuller of the EPA cites rising levels and a possible unknown natural source, urging research while the piece wryly notes public urgency may be waning.
City leaders agreed to an agreement with local farmers in the Austin area to provide fire protection for farm property once pumper and equipment are supplied. Alvin Bandler praised the cooperation as the most splendid the city has extended to farmers.
A public service feature notes renewed focus on bribery statutes after Watergate. It cites cases where free meals and gifts to officials were scrutinized, including a lunch that led to an arrest (not guilty) and a dinner-and-drinks reward tied to a government contract.
Questions cover supplemental security income for a child with disability, hospital deductibles and daily costs, foreign travel coverage, identifying participating hospitals, and drug coverage under Medicare. Advice includes contacting Social Security, eligibility considerations, and a helpline at 433-1838 for prompt weekday replies.
Library director Robert Hays received a fan letter from Marvin Goff praising 8mm films at the Austin library. The letter notes winter viewing with children, Chaplin and Mack Sennett comedies, and a pledge to help expand the film collection by donation or purchase. The note accompanied two new films as a gift to the library.
Editors review Velikovsky s World in Collision noting its lasting impact and debate while citing recent interest and limited copies. Barry Kaufman s Son Rise recounts a father s journey to help his autistic child and its town reach. Ann Hobbs Tisha tells of a teacher s 1927 Alaska wilderness teaching years with love and danger.
A reader summary notes Wallace Sten Seventy five century Joe Alston in California with wife and a Danish postcard triggers Denmark memories of castle countess and his mother birthplace. Anne Maybury Jeweled Daughter Pavilion of Apricots palace prison. Laura Chapman A Change of Heart island romance with Tina Mallard amid scandal and wealth.
Kerr Thorne thanks James Cahill for Memorial Day invites as the parade and drum and bugle corps contest attract attendees. He notes enjoying the day’s activities and wishes a great summer, while Publishers Weekly lists various 1876 and modern titles and authors in a compiled note.
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