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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1956
Page
4
The Austin Minnesota Herald announces its 64th year as a daily newspaper issued except Sundays. Editor H E Rasmussen and business manager Geraldine Rasmussen preside. The paper emphasizes agriculture labor and industry, with AP republication rights and no party favoritism. The front page features an Isaiah and James Garfield quotation.
The piece argues that U.S. support for early German reunification pressures the Soviet Union while aiding Adenauer politically. It emphasizes that American leadership on this issue could shape European security and counter Soviet gains, and urges ongoing public insistence on reunification.
The text hints that Chancellor Adenauer's latest visit may become more than routine. If the trip yields decisive results, it could be a strategic win in the Cold War, signaling a shift in Western alliance dynamics and early victory rhetoric. The outcome hinges on the reception and policy gains achieved during the visit.
The former president notes Churchill and Stalin at Potsdam knew about the weapon. He argues memoirs show the bomb was dropped for military reasons to save Allied lives and end the war quickly. He rejects Russian claims of political intimidation as unfounded.
The article discusses President Eisenhower facing two major illnesses within a year, noting optimistic reports from Walter Reed Hospital and the belief that surgery may extend life. It argues White House officials are frank about his condition and asserts Ike’s bounce and solid qualifications for a possible second term.
Rapid City Journal notes that Minnesota shuns sales tax while South Dakota embraced it successfully. The paper recalls revenue from veterans bonuses and praises SD’s tax policy, suggesting residents may become overly confident about the approach.
The New York Giants consider relocation to Minneapolis as ballpark costs strain finances. With three major league teams in New York, executives face rising expenses and limited revenue, risking the sport’s viability unless costs are cut or income rises.
A 1956 King Features essay argues ideas require facts, citing Aristotle Einstein Mussolini and France to show that goodwill diplomacy fails without understanding. It notes Italians and French histories, the lure of aid, and the persistent danger of war and taxes affecting public sentiment.
Park and Recreation Director Harry Strong explains the municipal pool is shut during storms to avoid electrical risk. He notes sudden temperature drops and high winds can panic swimmers, and that closing briefly is easier than maintaining swimming in danger.
City Engineer Roger Nelson traveled to Detroit Lakes for the League of Minnesota Municipalities convention but was sidelined by strep throat and kept in bed during much of the session. He noted he had been healthy most of the year.
A Minnesota legislative session may consider state aid to expand junior colleges. The Minnesota Institute of Governmental Research urges financial support to grow the nine local-funded colleges and relieve university enrollment pressure. Support comes from MEA AAUW and education committees. A city sanitarian reports pool water tests show the municipal pool remains safe despite heavy use.
Sylvia Porter argues ad copy uses Ad-Ese language that muddles buyers. She cites examples from Hotpoint and Chevy ads and notes executives say plain talk wins customer trust. The piece critiques marketing speak in the 1956 marketplace.
Victor Riesel reports on a proposed merger of the Packinghouse Workers with the Amalgamated Meatcutters and Butcher Workmen, creating a union over 500000 strong. He notes links to a pro Communist faction and uses of underworld contacts, raising questions about influence in the meat industry unions.
A 10-year study at Jewish Hospital in St. Louis links emotional tension to hardening of the arteries. Dr. Herman T. Blumenthal notes the pressure of blood against artery walls drives the process and that tension causes blood fluctuations leading to higher mortality. He cites modern stress as a major factor amid other contributors.
George Matthew Adams praises forward thinking and progress from today to tomorrow. He cites lessons from mistakes, Benjamin Franklin’s daily gains, and the rise of foundations by Ford, Colgate, and U.S. Steel as harbingers of peace, goodwill, and improved colleges and hospitals.
The goby, a froglike African fish, climbs trees to feed on wood ants. Often one goby climbs while others remain below to catch dislodged prey.
A dense word puzzle lists clues from songstress names to archaic terms. Entries span music figures, fabrics, fabrics, and Latin phrases linking to ancient and modern references.
A child recalls Grandma visiting and sharing Bible stories. Debbie thanks God for Grandma who brings warmth and faith, reads three stories, and speaks lovingly of You and Your wonderful world. Debbie expresses love for Grandma and gratitude for her faith.
Railroad and bus schedules list depart and arrival times for multiple routes including Milwaukee Road LaCrosse Chicago service, Jefferson Buses Rochester, St Paul Minneapolis lines via Albert Lea, Des Moines Kansas City, Albert Lea, and Highways 56 Transit, and Austin Bus Lines Inc. with detailed city stops, frequencies, and daily variations.
The right whale earned its name as the ideal target for whalers due to abundant blubber long baleen and buoyant carcass after death.
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