Psalm and Lyte verse on peace and safety
A biblical verse from Psalms expresses rest and safety in faith. A Lyte line blesses with Christ beside us, removing fear and bitterness.
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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1952
Page
2
A biblical verse from Psalms expresses rest and safety in faith. A Lyte line blesses with Christ beside us, removing fear and bitterness.
An 85 year era ends as Milwaukee Road removes morning and afternoon trains between Austin and Minneapolis the last of the month. Lansing blooming Prairie Bixby and Pratt lose the familiar yellow and red coaches built in 1867 while Owatonna north users keep Rocket trains on Rock Island. Austin retains three Milwaukee Madison S D LaCrosse Calmar trains and Great Western one daily run though service has declined. A new Twin Cities to Austin truck mail service will begin roughly on the former train's schedule.
The piece argues the federal government finds persistent use of “easy money” gambling schemes should be avoided. It cites a Minneapolis man facing tax evasion charges and shows profits go to those who run the operation, not the players. It questions why people gamble big yet withhold charity giving.
Illinois Governor Adlai Stevenson asserts he blushes for the American people not the Democratic Party and says corruption stems from both officials and private citizens. He notes every fix hides a fixer and every lobbyist seeks influence, while officials have sworn oaths and public pay to uphold integrity.
The article notes improved posture in Western nations as France jails Communist leader Jacques Duclos and raids Red headquarters in Paris after General Ridgway's arrival. It argues France is stronger militarily and economically within the NATO context and ready to face Communist tactics with firmness.
Robert R. Young, CH Railway board chair, criticizes Chicago rail layout with many stations and slow trains. Proposes one suburban union station, a central reservation bureau, simplified bookkeeping, and a hybrid retractable gear truck for rail and road use. He argues for modernization over conservatism and cites coast to coast passenger service ads.
The New York State Thruway Authority will gain power to restrict billboards and ad devices along the 535 mile thruway. Written permission is required within 500 feet of the pavement. Exemptions may apply to areas based on use, population, density, or local conditions, with possible relaxations for small hotel and tourist signs near major cities.
George E. Sokolsky argues that postwar POW policy set by Allied authorities allowed transferring prisoners to the Soviet Union. He cites Proclamation No. 2 and the Berlin dated clause authorizing surrender of property and labor for UN directives, noting Russia used it to seize German scientists and force labor.
Commentator warns that postwar war crime definitions in the London accord of 1945 create binding precedents that trap individuals from obeying superiors. Citing Articles 7 and 8, the piece argues no officer can justify actions by following orders, with Korea at Panmunjom as a current test case. Copyright 1952 King Features.
The piece opens with Edgar Guest inspired lines praising the flag and liberty, then shifts to civic notes. City Engineer George Brown says Greenwich street and South St. Paul street will likely reopen to traffic late next week, with broader paving finishes by mid July except Oakland avenue and Winona street under state highway work. A Bible themed week at Austin theaters and political pause at the Republican convention are mentioned, followed by baseball chatter about the Packers rising to fourth place improving community spirits. A dry cleaner voices concern over new synthetic fabrics complicating cleaning. A reflection compares 35 years ago to present in world powers Britain France Russia Japan and China, noting dramatic shifts in status. Finally PTA prize details for the June 17 fundraiser are clarified, with prizes limited to adult tickets bought in advance from specific sellers.
Biographical sketch of Nelson Kinsman, born 1854 in Fond du Lac county Wisconsin, son of an early Austin attorney. He moved with family to Austin in 1873, later returned to Wisconsin, then settled in Cumberland. His quiet, generous nature and public spirit are highlighted, including aid after the 1893 hailstorm, efforts to save the Water Street dam in 1903, and athletic hobbies such as bicycling and log birling. A yacht project in 1907 named Linnie is noted, reflecting his adventurous streak.
Down Memory Lane highlights A N Kinsman Inc florists one of Austin's oldest family businesses. From a lean to in 1890 started by S H Harrison to major expansion after the 1908 flood, the firm rebuilt with help from local businessmen and repaid loans, driven by founder A N Kinsman’s perseverance and integrity.
A crossword style puzzle listing Across and Down clues for Connecticut themed words. Includes entries for state flower hardiness and common abbreviations, with several cryptic style hints and a final vertical clue about the university location.
A compact clue list resembling a crossword prompt with numbered items and abbreviations. Includes terms like 13 colonies, fruit, and various crossword style hints requiring short word fills.
A narrative recalls the Linnie voyage to St Paul then Florida, with 1919 return attempt up the Atlantic to New York and the Hudson Erie canal Great Lakes route. An Oshkosh gas explosion in June injures both men, the boat not seen again, and the elder Kinsman later passes on.
In Bemidji Minnesota a large muskellunge was found dead on Lake Bemidji shore with a beer can stuck in its throat. Anglers believe the fish mistook the can for a lure. Finder Walt Ellis estimated the muskie weighed over 70 pounds, was 65 inches long, with jaws 9 inches wide.
A reader’s timetable list shows East Bound and Westbound departures from Rochester for airlines buses and rail lines including Great Western Milwaukee Road and Mason City routes. Notable times include East Bound 1 82 PM 1 05 PM 5 37 PM and 8 25 PM. Westbound 2 09 PM and 7 40 PM. rail departures early morning and evening with multiple lines.
Rates listed for home delivery in Austin and surrounding zones. Includes single copy, monthly and yearly mail options, with different prices for post offices within 50 miles and over 150 miles from Austin. Payment in advance and per week/period options shown.
When moving please call the Herald office 884 giving your change in address. The Herald is on sale at Austin Candy Co. 219 N Main St Austin Hotel Chatham and Bridge East Side Pharmacy Water and Railway Fox Hotel Main and Water Holtz Pharmacy Main and Water Lucy's Cafe 115 N Main St Lane's Pharmacy 400 N Main St People's Drug Store 203 N Main St Nemitz Cigar Store 415 N Main K O Wold U Drug Co Main and Bridge Sts Hamilton Cafe Dexter Reinartz Cafe Rose Creek Reed's Grocery Mapleview News Stand Office Henry's Cafe Across from Post Office.
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