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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1960
Page
7
Loyal American criticizes the column for printing sensitive topics. Ann Landers defends offering help for everyday human problems seen worldwide. A reader asks about landscaping disputes. Ann advises fences are costly and suggests not telling off the neighbor. A couple seeks hotel room solutions. she recommends adjoining rooms and a shorter trip.
Miss Marlys Brechtel was guest of honor at a bridal shower Tuesday at 1301 6th St. SE Corsages were given to the bride to be her mother and grandmother. She also was honored at a party Wednesday night at 300 10th Ave NW. Miss Brechtel’s marriage to Anton T. Gustafson will be on Saturday at St Olaf Lutheran Church.
An advertisement promises fat loss in seven days without exercise or dieting, claiming appetite suppression pills let users eat what they like while reducing portions. The ad guarantees a full refund if not satisfied and lists Wold Drug Store at 233 N. Mein with mail order service.
Mrs. Owen Maloney led a Circle 23 St Olaf Lutheran Guild session on prayer at Mrs George Petersons home 204 2nd Ave SW Bible study was by Mrs Allen Crosby and prayer by Mrs Leslie Hansen The July meeting is set for Mrs Agnes Wennes home 1408 8th St NE
Local residents share travels and family visits across cities including Duluth Seattle Portland Los Angeles and Chicago. Notable entries mention the Hall and Rasmussen families visiting relatives and attending Northwest Daily Press Association summer sessions.
The Women's Missionary Society of First Baptist Church heard Rev. LeRoy Sheveland explain his gospel work through art and telecasts. Julius Hoseth sang, the Hoseth family recently moved to Austin, and the group voted to respond to the American Council of Christian Churches appeal for Chilean relief. Group 7 served refreshments.
Mr and Mrs Alvin L Larson of Chester Iowa celebrate twenty five years of marriage with an open house at their home Sunday from 2 to 5 p m family and friends are invited to attend this milestone event
The Adult Sunday School Class from Zion EUB Church met Tuesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Jones in Sargeant. Co-hostesses were Mrs. Gunther Beito and Miss Leona Meyer. After devotions by Miss Meyer, games and contests were led by Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Beito. Mrs. Raymond Bartel offered prayer before lunch.
Members of Circle 6 Grace Lutheran Church enjoyed a family picnic at the Bernard Olson home in rural Austin. Plans were made for the church’s 25th anniversary observance in the fall.
First Methodist Church WSCS held multiple group meetings led by hostesses and members. Group 1 hosted by Mrs Gaylord Moses with devotions by Mrs Frank Kearns. Group 3 met at Mrs Elmer McFarland’s for a picnic. Group 4 hosted by Mrs Lee Machacek Jr with Africa article read. Group 6 at Mrs Stella Meek with bazaar plans. Group 7 at Mrs Donald Schrafel with a work day planned. Group 8 at Mrs Martin Crosby with 89th birthday noted. Group 10 at Mrs Arthur Hughson with That Second Mile topic. Meetings pause in July with hosts named for August and September sessions.
Mrs. Boyd Sandum of 2204 13th St. SW was honored at a house warming Wednesday. Thirteen former neighbors were hostesses and presented corsages to Mrs. Sandum and her daughter Diane. Bunco was played with prizes awarded to Mrs. Otto Wilhelm and Mrs. Arthur Zander. Mrs. Harold Ludetke received the door prize.
The Ladies Aid of St. Pauls Lutheran completed plans for the annual family picnic at Fellowship Hall. Rev. Lester Schierenbeck led devotions and Mrs. Harold Gaul reported on the girls club. Lunch was served by Mrs. Robert Acklund Mrs. Verne Van and Mrs. Nick Younkers.
The 40th wedding anniversary of Mrs. George Wilson was observed at a VFW Auxiliary social at the VFW Hall. About five hundred and chances were played with prizes to Mrs. Paul Lattin Mrs. Lloyd Graves Mrs. Ina Hunter and Mrs. Edna Sabre. Mrs. Bessie Jacobson won the door prize. A gift and anniversary cake were given to Mrs. Wilson. Mrs. Rose Redwing and committee served lunch.
Mr and Mrs Lloyd Fennell and Mr and Mrs Kenneth Streeter entertained Wednesday evening in honor of Mr and Mrs E Nathan Johnson. The gathering took place at the Fennell home 1100 9th St NW. The Johnsons will depart for Wales next week with the Austin Choralaires.
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