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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1951
Page
4
The dentist calls to schedule a visit at nine thirty Tuesday and asks about brushing, while a separate item notes twenty one more communists indicted on charges of a plot to overthrow the U S government. The piece contrasts tones from a light dental riff to a serious political development, reflecting mid-century concerns.
The article notes Rene Pleven as a forceful leader and sketches Britain's Labor Party decline. It cites Bevin's death, Cripps' illness and retirement, with Clement Attlee still in office but visibly weary after six years since ascent to power.
Gov Youngdahl names Ewald W. Lund of Duluth as railroad and warehouse commissioner. Lund, a precinct worker with little political rise, replaces the expected deputy after Trevatten’s death. The change sparked initial furor but yielded praise as Lund showed leadership and talent. Holmberg’s death notes long state service. The governor favors independent picks over pressure groups for state benefit.
The piece cites Vivien Kellems blaming a government program and censors for humiliating her over cables lent to Soviet Russia. It notes her accusations about unpublicized government involvement, politics in Connecticut, and the harm she faced from censorship and smear tactics while detailing figures on long distance and power cables and the role of lend-lease.
Frederick B. Rentschler of United Aircraft Corp. declares there is no second best air force, asserting only the best will do. He emphasizes perfection and leadership in aviation for national defense.
A 1944 Ohio farm case shows electricity cutting labor hours and costs. From 6860 annual man hours for 140 acres, labor dropped to 4532 hours for 262 acres by 1950, with dairy milking moving from three workers to one in 40 minutes.
Observers lament the shortage of decisive leaders in the United States and France since World War II. The fault lines in political alignments are blamed for inaction and unclear policy directions, eroding public faith in governance.
The Red Cross must be kept ready with a robust catastrophe relief fund to meet emergencies monthly and annually. It cannot be replaced by any other group and maintains close government ties to aid all citizens nationwide. One dollar yearly memberships help, but larger gifts sustain solvency and humanitarian capability.
Salisbury Advertiser notes RFC investigations uncover crime syndicates with political tie ins and other corrupt practices. It condemns the cynical response of officials and the public as revealing a sordid spectacle of corruption in high places.
The Pittsburgh (Texas) Gazette mocks the Stalin threat with claims the MacArthur investigation leaked plans through top generals. It warns Washington to quit while ahead before Riga, the enemy, gains access to the full military storehouse.
A critique argues Canadian producers act as a government protected cartel raising prices to 116 dollars a ton and controlling 80 percent of U S newsprint supply. It cites Flood and Company analysis noting limited U S capacity and rising European competition under ECA funds.
A King Features 1951 column warns that a Canadian newsprint and rubber cartel controls 75 percent of production, raises costs for American papers, and risks United States access to critical information. It urges congressional inquiry into British dominance of essential commodities.
East side residents report a $40,000 blaze Wednesday night that wrecked six thousand gallons of ice cream at the Polk Milk Co plant. Fire crews battled the flames, with no injuries reported.
Americans today consume about fifteen percent more food per person than before World War II, reflecting changes in diet and availability over the postwar era.
Miss Beulah Buswell and L. E. Rickert build a picture file for the Austin high school library. Austin residents are asked to donate recent or old copies of National Geographic Fortune or Holiday magazines. Call 4304 to arrange pickup at home.
Fairmont farmer John Wehner bought a Holstein calf with papers for 75 dollars from Adolph Kiester. The grown animal sired over 100 calves worth an estimated 30 thousand dollars. Hogmel’s of Austin purchased the steer for 616.50, proving smart investment can lift a mortgage.
A Winona Republican Herald staff editorial urges the public to remove ragweed as a hay fever remedy. It argues anyone who ignores the weed shows no love or mercy for neighbors and reflects broader community hopes for relief.
Peter G. Backes presents a new down marker for football games. The device shows a single visible number on both sides, adjustable height to avoid blocking vision, with readable figures from all bleacher areas and an arrow indicating play direction.
A survey shows 70 percent of teens do regular household chores, 85 percent wash most of their own clothes, 65 percent help with the family, 79 percent earn extra spending money, and 63 percent baby-sit. Compare if you have teen-agers in the family.
A compilation notes famous forecasts from 1933 to 1941 that proved incorrect. Dorothy Thompson doubted Hitler would seize power in Germany while Truman refused a high salary, Dennis warned of a German blitz, and Flynn predicted Russia’s defeat.
Early Bird, 44, charged with disorderly and offensive conduct in Nashville. He paid a $50 city court fine yesterday and was released.
Senator Byrd leads a push in the Senate to cut government publicity spending and curb press agents. He cites 4199 publicity workers costing about 103 million yearly, with 13 million in pay, 50 million for printing, and 40 million for mailing. He argues many are used to push programs and sway lawmakers, noting agencies have evaded the 1913 law by using other titles.
A grid of numbered clues lists terms across topics from anthropology to chemistry. Entries cover animals, tools, languages, elements, and actions with hints like “Symbol for strontium” and “Gaseous element.”
The list provides terms for a crossword style clue set. Genus of willows is Salix. minister to is tend to or serve. toward the mouth is or toward the oral entrance. Mineral rocks likely ore rocks or ore deposits. Conclusions are ends or inferences. Kimono sash is obi. Shoshonean Indian is Ute or Shoshone. Pronoun is she he it. Symbol for chromium is Cr.
Chicago's funeral burglar received a 10 to 15 year prison term after pleading guilty. Nevin Johnson, 37, admitted to burglaries during funeral services, carrying obituary notice lists and entering homes while mourners attended services. Judge William J. Tuohy condemned the crimes as lacking conscience.
President Galo Plaza Lasso of Ecuador arrives in Washington for a 10 day state visit. He lauds the United States as a nonconquering nation and Truman calls it a historic neighborly posture. Plaza and his wife plan to visit New York and San Francisco before returning via Mexico and Venezuela.
Hans Hauser, husband of ex Virginia Hill who testified before Kefauver, must leave the United States by Sept 1 or be deported. Immigration service served notice to the former Sun Valley ski instructor who overstayed his visa. Native of Austria who came from Chile in 1940, Hauser moved to Spokane with their infant son. Friends say they planned to fly to Santiago, Chile, within three weeks.
Eagles from three states met in Austin for a north central district convention. LeRoy and Chester joined for the annual Old Settlers day celebration. John Maurek suffered burns as an arsonist opened gas jets, two firemen overcome, 18 000 dollars in damage. First day of summer featured more overcoats than straw hats. Sheriff Ira Lyck and County Attorney Otto Baudler won large majorities in the primary.
Rail lines and buses list daily departure and arrival times across Rochester Des Moines Minneapolis Austin Albert Lea and Chicago routes. East and westbound northwest and Milwaukee road services run with multiple daily departures reflecting mornings afternoons and late evenings.
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