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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1909
Page
2
Publishers Gertrude Ellis Skinner Sworn Circulation
Gertrude Ellis Skinner is sworn in as associate editor for the Southwest division circulation bureau. The certification confirms duties overseeing distribution metrics and publication reach.
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Gertrude Ellis-Skinner
Potpourri notes tag day for city hospital effort
Local column urges support for a tag day at Albert Lea to aid the city hospital. The writer hopes the sum raised will match past efforts. A light joke about a "sane fourth of July" contrasts with concern for safety and property. The piece also mentions a missing Baptist Ladies' coffee pot.
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Albert Lea
Austinites Seek Summer Amid Minnesota’s Green June
The piece salutes Austin residents who prefer Minnesota’s leafy June weather and the beauty of nature now, contrasting with their travel or longing for the pleasant climate.
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Minnesota
Wreck of the Slavonia Spurs Cunard Life-Saving Pride
The wreck of the Slavonia from the Cunard line, with all lives saved, echoes the company’s boast in criticism over lagging safety. In this era of recklessness, not losing lives remains commendable.
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Slavonia
Cunard
Fall on banana peel leads to fatality in St Paul
A St Paul man slipped on a dropped banana peel, hit his head, and died after being taken to the hospital. An ordinance bans fruit skins on walks, but violations occur. Meanwhile horse racing bets exceed $2,000 for next Tuesday and Wednesday with top horses from Iowa Wisconsin and the state. City urges enjoyment of horse races and the coming Chautauqua. Judge J H Quinn criticizes delays in district court saying long detours waste taxpayers money and urges moving to substantive matters. He cites a case where an hour produced no meaningful result and gives five more minutes to finish. The trial of unimportant cases is discouraged.
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St. Paul
Iowa
Wisconsin
Austin
New Ulm Journal
J. H. Quinn
Pioneer recalls long toil and hopeful retirement
A county pioneer recalls a life of hard work and cheer. He says he hoped to stop work and enjoy life, noting that at sixty five he felt as young as at forty.
Beware of the toil of youth and the joy of age
The speaker reflects that youth brings knowledge but age reveals the folly of constant labor. He admits misjudging elders and his own earlier claims to wisdom. He urges balancing work with preparation to enjoy life before old age limits one’s pleasures.
People view Panama photos at Corozal with canal talk
The friends of Mrs H. H. Harrison gather to admire her Panama era photographs. She describes the canal zone as familiar and rapidly progressing. The piece notes Austin connections, planned fruit-farm life in North Yakima, and ends with a long quotation about patriotism and loyalty to country and flag.
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8. H. Harrison
Panama
Canal Zone
Corozal
Pacific Ocean
Herald
Malloy
Austin
Yakima
Pacific
Social events note dinner honors Mrs Mitchell
The J. T's were entertained by Mrs. Adam Arens at noon with all but one member present and she detained by illness. A fine lunch followed and all enjoyed the time. Mrs. P. H. Friend hosts a ladies dinner honoring Mrs. Frank Mitchell this evening.
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J. T’s
Adam Arens
P. H. Friend
Frank Mitchell
Total solar eclipse to darken skies tonight over United States
A total solar eclipse is scheduled to occur tonight visible across the United States. It will begin around 6 10 this evening and continue until after sunset with the moon obscuring about one half of the sun at its peak.
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United States
Old Sol
LeRoy Drugstore Whiskey Case Brings Fines
Ed Hall a LeRoy druggist was fined 50 dollars plus costs after selling a half pint of whiskey to Gus Moberg last Monday. Jim Curtin, Hall's friend, faced charges for stealing fifty cents from Moberg and pleaded guilty to a five dollar fine plus costs in Justice Fairbanks' court Tuesday.
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Ed Hall
LeRoy
Gus Moberg
Condition Unchanged For A V Bronkhorst
The condition of A V Bronkhorst remains practically unchanged today. He lies very low at his home on St Paul street. He has responded slightly to treatments and stimulants, but not sufficient to give much hope. His sons Dr Van Bronkhorst of Grand Meadow and Fred Van Bronkhorst of Red Wing are with him.
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A. Vann Bronkhorst
St. Paul Street
Dr. van Bronkhorst
Grand Meadow
Fred van Bronkhorst
Red Wing
Funeral Notice for Francis Lester Eagen
The funeral of Francis Lester Eagen will be held from St Augustine's Church Friday morning at 10 30.
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Little Francis Lester Eagen
St. Augustine’s Church
Special Granite Ware Sale at Bombay's Wonder Store
A special granite ware sale is announced for all large pieces this Saturday at Bombay's Wonder Store. Low prices and a wide selection are highlighted for shoppers seeking durable cookware.
Sunday ball ban approved by Lafayette park board
The Lafayette park board, by unanimous vote, prohibits all games in the park on Sundays to keep the area quiet for recreation. The action follows widespread citizen requests and aims to preserve Sunday quiet. The board also plans spring repairs including cement steps and improved access to the Beattie and Main drive areas.
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Lafayette Park
Big Austin Harness Racing Program Draws Huge Entry
The Austin Driving Association hosts two big harness races next Tuesday and Wednesday with over sixty entries. Each of the three races offers a $400 purse. Success hinges on crowd turnout, as a sold out meet could secure future June races and broader circuit advertising for the city.
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Austin Driving Association
Austin
Song Recital Honors Miss Stoddard At Austin Event
A Wednesday evening song recital at the F. I. Crane home featured Miss Stoddard's class with nearly 100 guests. The program highlighted student progress and showcased Ms Stoddard's rare voice and teaching talent.
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F. I. Crane
Miss Stoddard
Austin
Miss Stoddar
Schira
Greene
Eberhart
Lynes
Shelley Inez French
Grace Watson
Mrs. Lewis
Harry Pettingill
May Greene
Ronald
Singing to You and Lovable Chorus Moments
A fragmentary verse item highlights a church or community chorus performing "Tell Her I Love Her So" with lines about love and blessing. The text references Harry Jensen and a cheerful, sugary tone.
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Kerrien Love Bobe
Harry Jensen
Lucia Donizetti- Miss Lucy Thomas Ensemble Visit
Sextette from Lucia with Miss Lucy Thomas, accompanist Dr Rayman, violinist Mr Thomas, cellist Mrs C H Brown and Mav Gidegan spent the day in Minneapolis for an outing.
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Lucia
Donizetti
Lucy Thomas
Dr. Rayman
Mr. Thomas
C. H. Brown
Mav Gidegan
Minneapolis
Maurek’s Hats and Hosiery Sale Offers Deep Discounts
A lively sale at Maurek’s features hats at 10 cents, ladies skirts at low prices, hosiery, shirts, and overalls with many items priced well below ordinary. Groceries include olives, raisins, dried fruits, canned pears and peaches, vanilla, lemon extract, cookies, tea, soda, macaroni, chocolates, sauerkraut, potatoes, and more. A $40 cabinet sewing machine is advertised as part of the sale.
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Toacco
Maurek
Gibson
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