The Herald of Austin Minnesota Overview
Established November 9 1891 The Herald is a daily except Sunday newspaper for Austin Minnesota and surrounding community. Editor and Publisher H E Rasmussen Business Manager Geraldine Rasmussen. Entered as second class matter at the Austin post office. Associated Press member with exclusive local republication rights.
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H. E. Rasmussen
Geraldine Rasmussen
Austin
Minnesota
The
Herald
Associated Press
Lord's Supper Theme in 1956 Church Message
A church discourse dated June 20 1956 emphasizes the Lord's Supper as central worship. The sermon cites Luke and Revelation to describe the act as prophecy pledge and prelude to the heavenly supper with Abraham Isaac and Jacob.
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Abraham
Isaac
Jacob
Gerard Hallock
Fair Play Test in Eisenhower Health Question for 1956 Campaign
The piece argues that Eisenhower may raise health as a campaign issue if he runs again after his abdominal operation. It notes Hagerty’s clear communications, compares Democratic rivals Stevens on Harriman, and discusses Republican reactions and vice presidential considerations amid voters’ views on the president’s fitness.
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Eisenhower
James Hagerty
Adlai Stevenson
Gov
Averell Harriman
New York
Nixon
Harriman
New York State
Stevenson
Ike
King Features, Inc
Eisenhower Health Issue Becomes Campaign Topic
The article argues stressing President Eisenhower's health could backfire by expanding sympathy for him. It notes his spring primary showing and poll ratings remain strong and says opponents must handle the health discussion fairly and honestly.
Watch Statehouse Calls for Local Government Control
The Tax Foundation reports state tax collections rose 46.1 percent from 1950 to 1955, highlighting that local taxes could erase any federal tax cuts. The piece argues not to overlook local government spending in tax policy debates.
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The
Tax Foundation
Ambitious Youths Stand Out For Education Efforts
The piece highlights local youths achieving notable educational records. Victor Christgau and Burton Robertson of the University are cited among those who pursued study while working, including Robertson who rode to university studies thrice weekly from Lyle Bell Telephone office.
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Victor Christgau
Christgau
Burton Robertson
Burton
Bell Telephone
Lyle
Opinions of Others BIKE HAZARDS
Laws banning bicycling on sidewalks are common in the United States, but rising car use has made sidewalks less safe for pedestrians and put cyclists at risk. The piece argues for allowing bicycles back onto sidewalks where they may be safer.
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United States
Veterans pensions spark congressional bill push
In a St. Cloud Times letter, veteran groups back a pension bill costing over 77 billion dollars through 30 years. The writer questions broad veteran support and argues government handouts should not fund able bodied veterans, while promising all aid for disabled veterans.
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Veterans of America
Congress
ST. Cloud Times
Adlai's Friends May Blunder in Trying to Pull Off Stunt
George E. Sokolsky argues Democrats plan a Dewey style governor driven push for Stevenson at the Atlantic City Governor's Conference. He notes Harriman and Dubinsky stir a split, while Republicans show unity and skepticism about Stevenson prospects in 1956.
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Adlai
George E. Sokolsky
Adlai Stevenson
Tom Dewey
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Dewey
Eisenhower
National Committee
Robert A. Taft
Republican Party
United States
Taft
Stevenson
Atlantic City
Kefauver
Averell Harriman
New York
Harriman
Meyner
N. J
Ribicoff
David Dubinsky
Socialistic
Liberal Party
Dubinsky
New York State
Austin and Albert Lea mull joint airport plan
Austin and Albert Lea city officials weigh a two-city airport project to attract a major airline. Residents cite benefits of shared investment, while concerns include location and future jet operations near homes. Both communities see urgency as current airport values and single-city growth impact feasibility.
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Austin
Albert Lea
Austin Airport
Minnesota Highway Department
Tax Board Sees Lone Taxpayer in Austin Valuation Hearing
The Austin Equalization Board sat two days at the Municipal Building from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. awaiting complaints on tax valuations, but only one taxpayer appeared. The board plans to continue waiting through Friday in case someone is dissatisfied. Meanwhile the paper notes a temporary typewriter swap unrelated to the hearing.
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Austin
Austin Equalization Board
Board relaxes sewer limits in Austin suburbs and slated plant talks
A Minnesota Board of Health relaxation allows sanitary sewers on streets with mains installed but awaiting approval, chiefly affecting Bel-Air third addition with about 60 lots. A July 17 Minneapolis meeting among the state board Austin council and Hormel engineers aims to decide the size of a proposed Austin sewage treatment plant. further removals of restrictions are expected. The piece notes a return of DDT spraying after a breakdown, describing mosquito control in Austin.
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George Dugan
Minnesota Board of Health
Bel-Air
Dugan
Minneapolis
State Board
Austin Council
Geo. A. Hormel & Co
Austin
Grandmother Rewards Team After Big Game
A child writes of joy as Grandmother and Mom attend a team game. The boys play brilliantly, share a lucky glow, and receive treats from Grandmother. The diary ends with gratitude to God and a tired but happy heart from Scottie.
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Grandmother
Deb
Jody
Scottie
Your Money's Worth: Politics Has Little Bearing This Summer
Sylvia Porter argues that this summer will see a business dip, rising unemployment, and weaker sales compared with 1955. She cites auto industry lags, steel cutbacks, persistent business failures, and a volatile stock market, stressing that economic forces drive trends more than politics.
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J. P. Morgan the Elder
Hall Syndicate, Inc
Fashionable to Champion Ex-Followers of Red Line
Victor Riesel reports on Harry Bridges, a powerful waterfront union chief linked to pro Communist causes. The Justice Department indicts Bridges’ aide Andrew Neilson for falsely filing a non Communist affidavit while Bridges faces broader scrutiny as investigators probe Longshoremen’s unions and the Bi State waterfront commission. The multi front effort aims to curb Bridges by targeting allied officials and pressuring allied unions.
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Harry Bridges
Hawaiian Islands
Pentagon
Justice Dept
International
U. S
William F. Tompkins
Internal Security
New Orleans
Bridges
Andrew Neilson
Gulf Port
Nelson
Communist Party
Neilson
James I. McCain
Eugene Dennis
Senate
Robert Morris
New York
Morris
Union
Underworld
Irving Charles Welson
Jeff Kibre
Hollywood
Faith as the engine of life and opportunity
George Matthew Adams argues that faith sustains effort and joy, shapes perception, and strengthens character. He emphasizes faith as the vital force enabling people to seize opportunities, endure sorrow, and appreciate beauty, describing it as the air of God guiding daily life.
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George Matthew Adams
Community Notes from Stewartville and Nearby Areas
Stewartville residents and relatives visit Minneapolis and Twin Cities locations for dinners, anniversaries, and family events. Local couples attend funerals in Garretson South Dakota, celebrate birthdays, and host reunions while others travel to California, Iowa, and Colorado. The piece lists numerous households, visits, and social gatherings across Stewartville, Le Roy, Twin Lakes, and surrounding communities.
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BE. B. Stewart
Constance Lawson
Tony Oakes
Stewartville
Minneapolis
Vern Lawson
George Simpson
Donald McGillivary
LeRoy
Paul White
TeJanza
Calif
Spring Valley
Theodore Eppard
Phyllss
Milford Thompson
Twin Lakes
John Thompson
Frank Eppard
Turlock
Robert Peterson
Twin City
O Clair Cooper
Germany
West
Taylor
Claude
Donald House
Colorado Springs
Lyman
Carl Boucsein
Clarence Thompson
Boucsein
Julius Johnson
George Lawson
Vernon Wilson
H. J. Toletead
LeRoy Lutheran Church
Wilbur Thompson
Ozro Ballinger
Wscs Institute
Hamline University
John Bowers
Osage
Iowa
Leslie Govier
Travel Talk Across 14 Woven strip 15 Swiss river 16 of motion pictures
Travel themed crossword clues list across and down with items like woven strip and Swiss river, mixing terms for motion pictures and travel related words across a grid. Includes clues such as Heraldic band, Nimbler, Squander and Overland transportation of boats.
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Oklahoma
Dutch City
Knights
Timetables for Railroads and Local Buses Listed
The notice lists departures and arrivals for Great Western, Milwaukee Road, Jefferson Buses, and various local transit lines in Minneapolis, St Paul, Mason City, Albert Lea, Des Moines, and surrounding areas. Schedules show morning and evening times, daily and Sunday specifics, and routes including St Paul Minneapolis, Des Moines Kansas City, Austin, LeRoy, and multiple city streets and stops.
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Milwaukee Road
Great Western
St. Paul-Minneapolis
Albert Lea
Des Moines
Kansas City
Hoegh Mobilizes Guard and Jeeps for Iowa Highways
Gov. Leo Hoegh announces activation of at least 70 Iowa National Guard members and 35 radio controlled jeeps for daily patrols on state highways from June 30 to July 8. The move targets improved traffic security during the summer period.
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Des Moines
Leo Hoegh
Iowa National Guard
Window of unpaid bills sparks moral appeal in Nunhead
A Nunhead grocer warned debtors he would display their names in his shop window until paid. He had about 100 pounds owed and urged readers to act with responsibility, citing conscience and the duty to others as he quoted scripture and urged youth guidance.
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Nunhead
England
Caesar
God
Matt
Subscription Rates for Newsdealers and Home Delivery
Rates listed for Austin area by mail and delivery zones. Includes weekly, monthly, and yearly pricing with advances and zone distinctions. Additional post office delivery outside 150 miles shown.
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Austin
Address Change Notice From Local Offices
The Herald lists multiple local outlets to pick up a change of address form. Readers may visit Austin Candy Co on Main Street, the Austin Hotel in Chatham, Water Street druggists, and several other stores including Lane's Pharmacy, Lady's Café, Nemitz Cigar Store, and the Post Office News Stand to obtain the form.
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Fleraid
Herald
N. Main
K. Oo
Aoe Drug Co
Hamilton Cate
Dexter
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