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Newspaper

Austin Daily Herald

Location

Austin, Minnesota, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1911

Page

2

Fourth of July Parade Plans for City Children and Bands

A city celebration outlines a July parade for children ages four to fourteen, with souvenirs for girls and caps and flags for boys. Music by multiple bands, candy and peanuts at Lafayette park, and park games with cash prizes are planned. A $100 fund backs the plans, with a committee including City Attorney Nicholson, Dr. A M Lewis, and Frank H McCulloch.

Main Street Lafayette Park Nicholson A. M. Lewis Frank H. McCulloch Austin Dexter Sping Valley Rose Creek Bear Creek LeRoy Calmar

Tribute to Mr Ross Praised for Charity and Support

A friend sent a tribute to the Herald praising the late Mr. Ross as a man of high ideals and old school honesty. He supported young men, welcomed education, and shared a happy home life at Kenwood Parkway. His generosity and steadfast friendship earned deep trust among intimate friends.

Ross The Herald Kenwood Parkway

Mrs Fitzloff Heads to Wells Then Mankato Visit

Mrs. Charlie Fitzloff, visiting Mrs. Rudy Peter gon, left Saturday for Wells to spend a few days before continuing to Mankato.

Charlie Fitzloff Rudy Petergon Wells Mankato

Chimpanzee Charlie the First Stars in Barnum and Bailey Show

Charlie the First a chimpanzee bicycle rider and acrobat headlines Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth. He performs in Austin on Saturday June 24 after thrilling New York fans at Madison Square Garden. He is praised as an exceptional bareback rider trapeze artist high wire walker and juggler.

Charlie the Charlie the First Austin New York City Madison Square Garden Upstate

Jensen Adams wedding linked in Breckenridge notice

Miss Anna Jensen and Mr Jake Adams wed at St Marys church in Breckenridge with Rev Gumper officiating. Attendants included Miss Esther Welch and John Adams. The couple will reside in Minot North Dakota after a wedding breakfast at the Jensen home.

Breckenridge Austin Miss Jensen Nels Jensen Anna Jensen Jake Adams St. Mary’s Church Wm. Gumper Esther Welch Hastings, Minn Jos. Adams

Convention Closes After Rural District Gathering

The District Convention in our city concluded Sunday with about fifty delegates from Rochester Chatfield Winona Spring Valley and smaller towns. Delegates enjoyed a walking tour by Auto Club including a picnic supper and a water sample stop at City Spring Farm. Officers for the coming year include J I Van Vranken Winona as President and Miss Ward Winona as Secretary Treasurer.

Rochester Chatfield Winona Spring Valley Auto Club M. E Kenwood College Street Southern Minnesota Normal College Kenwood Avenue Oakwood Cemetery Lansing Avenue Lafayette Park Main Street Water Water Street Campbell's Mill City Spring Farm Furlong Farm Evergreen Farm A. L. Eberhart F. W. Greenman C. E. Greene Judge Kingsley L. D. Baird W. A. Murray A. W. Wright Dave Peterson John Detwiler J. L. Mitchell Ben Hart Frank Snyder Craig Dr. Stout Austin Automobile Club Stout Christ the Foundation E. V. du Bois J. C. Craig J. I. van Vranken

Blind Pig Raided. Patsy McCormick Detained

Police surveilled a second floor suite at Chatham and Bridge streets leading to a raid. Patsy McCormick was found with beer and brandy in a tub of ice and fled when ordered under arrest. Under the new law the building owner may be held responsible if he allows a blind pig to operate.

Chas, Galloway Chatham and Bridge Streets Galt Patsy McCormick McCormick Patsy Austin

Preventing Mite Infestations in Poultry Houses

J W Hare Mill Street Feed Store promotes Dr Hess lice killer to stop mites and chicken lice endangering hens. The note mentions using doctor’s dip and disinfectant in the poultry house. John Young and family return to Watertown South Dakota after a two week visit at the J S Young home.

Dr. Hess J. W. Hare Mill Street John Young Watertown S.D J.S. Young

Christening Service At Congregational Church

Rev. F E Knopf led a christening service at the Congregational church on Sunday morning. Seven girls were baptized: Clara Lois Mills Elizabeth May Eberhart Donna Clefton Tressie Ann Gardner Goldie Lucile Landmeyer Marguerite Thomas Dorothy Margaret Woodle and Maxine Lucile Ellis who had been baptized earlier when parents could not attend.

Congregational Church F.E. Knopf Clara Lois W. P. Mills Elizabeth May A. L. Eberhart Donna M. Clefton Tressie Ann J. J. Gardner Goldie Lucile Gus Landmeyer Marguerite Arthur Thomas Dorothy Margaret C. F. Woodle Little Maxine Lucile Robert Ellis

Children’s Day Exercises at Congregational Church

The Children’s Day exercises were held Sunday evening at 6 30 at the Congregational church. The program went as planned and proved interesting and enjoyable. The processional led by Helen Banfield and Helen Baird was large and well arranged. A task was given by the pastor. The day’s collection was 32 50, benefiting the Sunday school superintendents. Cy Thomson received a life membership in the Congregational Sunday school society.

Congregational Church Helen Banfield Helen Baird Cy Thomson Congregational Sunday School Society

Dr Lewis Acquires Firm and Succeeds to Business

Notice to patrons that Dr C F Lewis has purchased Dr Collins interest and now owns the business and goodwill of Drs Lewis and Collins. All accounts are due to Dr Lewis, who will continue at the Austin National office and settlement of claims is directed to him.

Dr. C. F. Lewis Dr. Collins Drs. Lewis & Collins Dr. Lewis Austin National

Austin Defeats Spring Valley in Sunday Ball Game

Austin defeated Spring Valley 29 to 5 in a Sunday contest. The Austin nine showed snappy play and strong positions as John Briebach drew loud rooting. The team heads to Owatonna Tuesday for a tougher game and hopes for a faster opponent to heighten the thrill.

Austin Spring Valley Albert Lea Northfield Austin Nine Jonn Briebach John Owatonna

Austin Epworth League Appreciation Note

The Austin Epworth League thanks the Austin Auto Club for aiding in entertaining visiting delegates with a city tour and rural scenery. The delegates will depart with a strong sense of hospitality and Minnesota publicity.

Austin Epworth League Minnesota

Noted Cass Lake Mayor Ties to Local Figure

The Cass Lake mayor Dr. D T Dumas, dubbed the King of American Crooks by Pinkertons, is described as a former schoolmate of Dr Norman Dalager who once visited the Dalager home. E A Dalager calls the alleged crimes hard to credit given the man’s fine appearance.

D. T. Dumas Cass Lake Pinkertons Norman Dalager Dalager E. A. Dalager

Verdict awards $360 to Ho ward Brothers versus railroad

The jury found the Ho ward Brothers victorious against the Illinois Railroad, awarding $360 to the plaintiffs. In a prior trial the verdict was bui l. Jim, the Yeggmian, faces trial this afternoon.

Howard Brothers Illinois Railroad Jim

Fifty Years Ago Today Comrade Beiseker Enlisted in War

Fifty years ago today Comrade C N Beiseker enlisted in Brookings New York in Henry Ward Beecher Regiment. He served under McClellan through Peninsular and Antietam campaigns then Burnside Fredericksburg and Hooker at 2nd Fredericksburg. He fought with Meade at Gettysburg then with Grant through the Wilderness Spotsylvania Cold Harbor to Petersburg. His 6th Corps helped save Washington and he followed Sheridan up the Shenandoah Valley to Harper’s Ferry and Cedar Creek before discharged in October 1864 at Charlestown Virginia where John Brown was hanged. Beiseker says Morgan and Rockefeller wealth would not tempt him to redo it.

C. N. Beiseker Brookings N.Y Henry Ward Beecher George B. McClellan Antietam McClellan Burnside Frederickburg Gen. Hooker Fredericksburg Gen. Meade Gettysburg Gen. Grant Spotsylvania Cold Harbor Petersburg Washington Phil Sheridan Shanendoah Valley Harper's Furn Cedar Creek Charlestown John Brown Beiseker John P. Morgan Rockefeller

Austin Delegation Sets Off To Owatonna For Firemen’s Meet

The Austin delegation including 200 members, firemen, the city band, officials, and businessmen will depart Hose House No 1 at 7 30 for the C M and St P depot where a special train leaves at 8. The Austin ball team will face Owatonna in the afternoon.

Austin Owatonna Hose House No. 1

Alumni Banquet Plans For A HS Alumni

Plans for the A HS Alumni Banquet on Thursday evening June 29 near completion. The event at the Auditorium will include a business meeting in the early evening and a 9:30 banquet at Woodman hall with an orchestra for dancing. A fine program and new features will enhance the evening for attendees.

A. HS Woodman Hall Twe

Park Board Bans Dumping at Lafayette Park

Park Board prohibits refuse dumping at Lafayette park until after Chautauqua to keep the park in best condition. The order will be strictly enforced by the Park Board.

Park Board Lafayette Park Chautauqua

Millinery Sale Slashes Prices at Lamb Leherman’s

Announcement of a millinery sale at Lamb and Leherman’s 413 North Main offering hats at a 50 percent reduction. Sale runs Wednesday through Saturday this week with half price on all fine millinery.

Lamb & Leherman’s North Main

Casualties of the Cradle in the Prussian Line

In The House of Hohenzollern author Brayley Hodgetts notes two early eighteenth century Prussian princes died in infancy. One perished from nervous shock after a royal gun salute at his arrival, the other from bearing the burdens of a golden crown at baptism.

Prussia House of Hohenzollern Brayley Hodgetts Prunasia

Coin Profiles and the Cameo in Money

The text explains that coin faces appear in profile because the cameo is better struck and a full face would risk nose damage during circulation, avoiding a ridiculous effect. It argues profile depictions prevent wear and maintain neat appearance in everyday use.

Prosperity as Teacher of Character

A reflective aphorism notes that prosperity teaches gently while adversity forges resilience, arguing that lack and hardship train the mind more than abundance. The saying emphasizes mental growth through challenge and the value of discipline learned in scarcity.

Market Report Shows Mixed Livestock Quotes

The page lists varied livestock prices including veal and sheep with per head ranges. Cattle figures show cows and heifers priced around mid range, while fat cattle and other categories display broader spreads and regional quotes.

Canal bonds issue totals and royal coronation plans

Subscriptions for the 60 million canal bonds reach 176 million overall. London readies to entertain 2,006,000 coronation watchers for King George and Queen Mary. California's Representative Kahn proposes a joint subcommittee to probe army efficiency and extravagance. Administration aims to push reciprocity by July 20 to aid Canadian Liberals. Grand Portage Chippewa protest TB hospital at Walker, but Rep Mivel to push bill anyway.

Anderson London George Mary Kahn California United States Army Grand Portage Walker Mivel

Queer Nest of the Tontobane Bird Reveals Builder Habits

The tontobane nest is unusual with the female inside the nest and the male building a separate box outside. The Uf songster is made of cotton and placed on the tree. The male guards the box, watches and sings, warning the family of hawks or snakes without exposing the main nest.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Mr. Ross Roger Rogers Brand Y Tia A, Austin Minna Charlie Jensen-Adams Epworth Miss Ward Mabel Tompkins Laura Harkness Mayville Flossie Eastman Rochester, Jr H. M. Bedford Brownsdale Master Builders’ Association Ryan Building St. Paul Minn Call Bertha Fleming Fox Hotel J. M. Plum N. W Interstate Minneapolis Parkins Charles Cressey W.H. Adams South River L.H.C Herald Office Blanche Barrett West Oakland Ave Austin Auto Club Kodaker Wold’s Goodyear West Munsing Union Ladies Union Children’s Union Suits Girls Union C. L. West Dry Goods Co Markeis Younc Fa Sheep & Lambs C&s Woo Liberals Canada Progressives QO. J. Benton Goodyear Welt
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