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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1909
Page
4
An in depth look at cord measurements reveals that a standard cord equals 128 cubic feet but actual usable wood varies with stick length, splitting, and seasoning. Shorter, split, or sawed wood can alter the quantity and value for sellers and buyers through space, labor, and moisture losses.
In a Cincinnati Enquirer vignette a young man explains his background fasting in a sideshow for two seasons as he seeks a chance to become a poet, challenging the editor's skepticism.
A concise reflection attributed to Pliny the Elder notes that wisdom has limits and even knowledgeable individuals err or falter under varying circumstances. The saying emphasizes humility and continuous learning.
The piece traces the history of muffs from masculine use in the 17th and 18th centuries to both genders in the 18th and 19th centuries. It notes fashion notes from Henry VIII to William of Orange, sizes fluctuating, occasional pockets for dogs, and the shift toward larger fur muffs by 1800 with ermines favored before mid-Victorian times.
The piece paints Mexico City as a lively yet wary place where homes bar windows while doors stay open. It contrasts the city’s daytime stillness with a gradual awakening as mule bells fade and garlic scents rise. It notes the charred casemates and a culture of discreet action in public and private life.
Odessa Cor. London Standard recounts a tale from Alexander II’s reign showing official bribery. A widow sought a ministry post for her son, paid £1,000 at the czar’s urging, and the minister later admitted paying £22,500 for his own portfolio. The czar had the £1,000 repaid and kept the minister in office.
Buyer offers exchange deals in Red River Valley and Ottertail County for Mower County land. Pays cash difference for clear titles or assumes existing indebtedness or mortgage. Direct deal with owner to save agent commissions.
Advertisement asserts DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills outperform rivals for kidney and bladder ailments. It links back pain rheumatic symptoms and urinary disorders to kidney issues and offers a free trial box from E C DeWitt & Co. Chicago. Sold by all druggists.
Notice by Independent School District No 27 Austin Minnesota calls for sealed bids to buy 25000 dollars in bonds for a new Third Ward school to replace Lincoln destroyed by fire. Bonds 1000 each, 4 percent interest, due July 1 1929, bids due June 30 1909. A 100 dollar certified check required. Board reserves right to reject any bid.
The City of Austin Minnesota Board of Water Electric Gas and Power Commissioners invites sealed bids for about 3000 tons of bituminous coal to be delivered to the Electric Light and Pumping Station in monthly installments over one year. Bids due June 25 1909 at 6 PM at the office of J L Gulden president and J C Todd secretary. The board may reject all bids. Public notice dated June 14 1909.
Caution against ointments for catarrh containing mercury noting they ruin the sense of smell and impair the entire system through mucous surfaces. Promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo as mercury free and effective taken internally. Sold by druggists at 75 cents per bottle with testimonials. Also recommends Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Advert shows DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as a senile, easy and pleasant pill brand sold by all druggists promising relief for liver ills and a quick morning effect.
A wide discount catalog from Maurek's features hats at 10 cents, clothing items at low prices, canned goods and dried fruits at cents per item, baking powder and cocoa cheap, and a chance to win a $40 cabinet sewing machine during the sale. Local shoppers urged to visit for substantial savings across departments.
Thos Rocheford advertises a six room house on one and a half lots with options for low cash and balance at 6 percent. He cites a new cottage with 300 dollars down and balance to suit. Also offered are the best building lot on East Water street, sand dirt filling cement blocks brick fences hitching posts and chimney material. For Sale or Trade includes 97 acres near Austin and 480 acres in Bayfield county Wisconsin to trade for city property. A South la path note mentions a good driving horse source. Wanted asks good work horses in exchange for concrete material or fence posts.
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