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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1955
Page
9
Des Moines reports show Gov. Leo Hoegh runs informal 930 am news conferences with reporters. He often directs questions, offers coffee, and records statements for immediate release, framing sessions as brisk, productive, and on the record.
The following births were reported: Mr and Mrs David Haskin Austin Rt 3 have a daughter born June 14. Mr and Mrs Victor Croes 405 S Second have a daughter born June 14. Mr and Mrs John Borgerson 1209 Moscow have a son born June 14.
In memory of Darrel Bakken who passed away two years ago on June 15. The family, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Bakken and kin, share enduring love and remembrance. The verse recalls his face, voice, and the steady ache of absence.
Two pints of Red Cross blood were used Tuesday at St. Olaf Hospital. The total pints used since January 1 reached 695.
Ambulance movements list Tuesday times 9 17 am from Lansing to St Olaf Hospital 1 30 pm from Austin Acres 2 45 pm from St Olaf Hospital to Austin Acres.
Bail forfeitures and fines in a local court include John F. Higgie losing $5 for no license, Amos Helgeson $15 for 45 mph in a 30 mph zone, Clarence E. Luscombe $10 for running a red light, Arthur R. Bowman $25 for drunk and disorderly conduct, and Duane Albert Smith $20 for speeding.
The Board of Commissioners approved four county road projects totaling 102254.76 dollars at a Tuesday special meeting. Winners include Amos Helgeson for SAR 16, Osmundson Bros for SAR 6, Judd Brown & Co for SAR 7, and Quarre and Anderson for SAR 22, with completion targets this fall and funding from county and matched federal aid.
Police warn parents to curb child play in home construction areas after multiple complaints of destructive acts, mostly from Decker Acres. Detective Robert Nelson notes youths aged 6 to 12 are most violators and urges parental guidance on safety and preventing damage. All patrol cars have been alerted and owners of lots will be notified if someone is caught.
A seven carload shipment of parts for a 1,000,000 gallon water tank west of the Athletic Field arrived Wednesday. Harold J. Lamon says work will begin soon. a Chicago bridge firm will erect the tank. A second tank of 500,000 gallons at Ellis addition will start after the first is completed.
The Austin Park and Recreation Department will hold girls golf classes starting at 2 p.m. Friday at the Galloway pit across from the Fairgrounds. Tennis classes will begin at 9 a.m. Monday at the athletic field courts. Both programs will be taught by Miss Delores Desmond.
President Eisenhower signed a bill amending the REA law to adjust the state allotment formula for loan fund distribution. Senator Edward J. Thye introduced the measure, enabling more weight for system improvements and generation and transmission facilities as farm electrification rises. REA Administrator Ancher Nelson and cooperative electric officials supported the legislation to advance rural electrification needs.
Pupils of the Presbyterian vacation Bible school led by Mrs. Art Veldy Ardys Peterson and Lois Kruger presented a worship program during Sunday services. Margaret Miller read the scripture while primary and junior classes sang under Pauline Smith.
Erwin L. Berry of 102 S St Paul drove into a light pole at 103 S River while turning into a driveway. His car suffered a smashed left front fender and headlight. pole damage was $5. He pleaded guilty to DUI and driving without a license and was fined $150 on each count.
A milestone occurred at the Mower County abstract office as chattel mortgage No 200000 completed processing. The Austin family industrial credit loan for 1893.60 qualified for a special file section location in the office of Register of Deeds Purl Enger. Elaine Speten processed the instrument at 954 a.m. today. In 1954 the office processed 6638 chattel mortgages and conditional sales contracts.
City announces relaxed leash period from April 1 to June 15 to protect gardens. Dog tag sales begun with licenses due by July 1. Fees are $1 for male dogs and $1 for spayed females with $2 for unspayed females. City Recorder J H Weiland cites enforcement details.
A two week Bible school at St Johns Church south of Sargeant will end at 8 p m Friday with 40 pupils enrolled. Instructors are Rev J H Klausmeier Mary Ann Lange Betty Darlene Lee Sally Greeley and Mrs Dale Taylor.
The Reverend Theodore Snider addressed the Youth Fellowship at the Sargeant EUB Church Friday evening warning of the evils of drugs. E. O. Heydt showed slides from the junior-senior banquet. Burton Berge led the business meeting with Joye Hayden and Jean Hayden as hostesses.
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