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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1903
Page
2
Legislators and farmers rise to the plan of creation noting that slaughter of native birds brings confusion and disaster. Weeds spread and plant diseases rise while birds protect crops by controlling insect life. The rule holds that farmers who protect birds protect themselves.
The king of Servia earns five times the salary of the U S president, prompting speculation that Karageorgevitch may gamble. His head is described as uneasy, reflecting concern over his financial and political position.
The Reformed Church in America has struck out the word obey from its marriage rite. The move comes as the church seeks to align ceremony with evolving views on gender and equality, questioning traditional vows while noting some couples have already lived by the spirit if not the letter of the law.
June continues to bring pleasant weather, delivering calm skies and mild temperatures. The forecast hints at stable conditions though not matching a specific corn brand style. Local readers may enjoy outdoor plans as conditions persist.
John J. Furlong coordinates workers at the Columbia farm grove with fly paper and caterpillar control. Fences are painted to deter Colorado beetles, and Jack in the pulpit hedge guards entry. A dancing pavilion and large tables stand ready for a 100 plus gathering, with the mayor's son John Alden Cook to be christened during the event.
The Austin Ministerial Association released a schedule of joint services at various churches. Rev. A B Mille leads at Baptist church on May 5, Rev A S Dascomb at Methodist church on May 12, Rev F L Anderson at Congregational church on May 19, and continuing with Rev J M Brown and Rev A B Miller through August 30 at Baptist, Methodist and Congregational churches.
A summer program in Austin runs July 6 to August 1 for teachers seeking first and second grade certificates. Courses cover all required subjects plus Music and Drawing, with a Primary Model school. Teachers should bring textbooks. Fanny G. GIES, Superintendent of Schools.
Northwestern Telephone's assistant GM lays out costs for a 600-subscriber plant. Depreciation at 10 percent on $40,000 equals $4,000 yearly. Investment earning at 6 percent adds $2,400. Operating expenses cut 40 percent of gross, with payroll totaling $4,740 yearly and taxes/insurance $500 plus $1,000 incidental. Total costs rise to $12,640 against $9,000 gross, implying an annual loss over $3,000. More subscribers increase costs per line.
The Poultry Association held a pleasant picnic at Riverview near Austin with about seventy members and families attending. Highlights included a three story short cake, coffee timing awards, and light competition among attendees. Notable moments involved A W Edson losing reputation for honesty and F H McCulloch earning a laurels for rapid coffee, while Mrs Reilly stood out for tending the table and keeping things dry.
Probate notices announce Roger L. Keenan as administrator of Theresa Keenan of Bennington. The Le Roy will of Elling Thompson is admitted to probate with Thomas A. Thompson named executor.
The company will sell excursion rates on July 3 and 4 valid for return within 200 miles at one and one third fare for round trip. Agent W. Snere.
Mrs J O C Schieck has been ill but drove to Hayfield for a doctor. Hayfield visitors, a Saturday dance, and a Waltham Hayfield baseball result 11 0. Local road repairs, livestock shipments, and a 30 day Calif trip by L S Chapman. Waltham beat Hayfield 3 to 2, quarantine lifted at N T Johnson's, new stable planned by A T Kezar, and telephone line installed at S C Seavey.
Government chemists prepare a scientific investigation of several patent foods in the market. The article asserts Golden Grain Belt Beer is nourishing and refreshing, strengthening digestion with barley, malt and hops, and urges households to order a case from local dealers or C. J. Weisel in Austin.
A special excursion via the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway to Minneapolis and Minnehaha Falls is scheduled for Sunday June 28. Free entertainment includes a balloon ascent and parachute descent at 1 30 p m, a band concert at 2 00 p m, and a baseball game Minnehaha Toozes versus Ft Snelling Regulars at 2 30 p m at Minnehaha Falls Ball Park. General admission is free with excursion tickets. Round trip from Austin is 1 50. Train departs Austin 7 50 a m and returns from Minneapolis 6 30 p m and Minnehaha Falls 6 50 p m.
John Sorenson reports a neighbor poisoned the family dog at 808 Moscow Street after allegedly objecting to birds in the yard. He offers to pay for any claimed damages to avoid losing the dog, which he calls his children's best friend.
The Chandler Cousins society held its third annual gathering at H. C. Trowbridge’s River Bend Farm on Saturday June 20 1903. Thirty two members attended the long table feast with roses, ice cream, cake, boating, and greetings from nineteen absent members. Resolutions include fines for nonattendance and plans for the next meeting, with officers and committees named.
Miss Barbara Mark attended a summer training school in Mankato while Mr. and Mrs. Bailey returned from visiting their daughter Mrs. L. C. Carder. Mrs. G. E. Keenan visits her parents in Wykoff. Eliot Freeman and Charley Greening returned from Northfield to spend vacation. Mrs. Keeley of Portage City Wis visits sisters Mesdames Donerly and McDonough. The Misses Warren stay with F. H. Townsend. E. Lawerence of Spring Valley called. Misses Faith and Mary Freeman left for Caledonia. Racine battled Grand Meadow with Grand Meadow winning 9 to 8. Miss Bulah Van Loan assists in the telephone office.
A circular note from James Cronan remarks on slower cigar sales for Bachelor brand priced at five cents and solicits purchase suggestions or assistance to boost orders.
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