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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1961
Page
5
Readable list of area churches with service times and facilities. Includes Assembly of God, Christ Episcopal, Church of Christ, Crusade groups, and many Lutheran, Baptist, Methodist, Catholic, and other denominations with addresses and weekly times.
The notice lists multiple churches and pastors with regular services and programs. Spring Valley English Lutheran at Emil Winckler School hosts services and Bible study. Free Methodist led by Gerbert Baker. Valley Grace UEE with Dave Schneider. Spring Valley Methodist under Rev. Mary McNicholl. Mass schedules for Catholic parishes with Rev. Thaddeus Derzinski and Rev. John A. Larson. Crinity Lutheran and Trinity Lutheran churches with service times. Zion Lutheran and United Brethren church activities.
An English Parliament member reports a predominantly moderate attitude toward integration after interviewing Montgomery residents for a TV program. In Randolph New York the Rt. Rev. Lauriston L. Scaife confirmed 92 year old George Leslie Bowen at Grace Church, the bishop's oldest confirmand. Proposals sought for Austin Utilities furniture and equipment with bids due July 11 1961 and certified checks of 5 percent of bid required. Rejection of bids allowed and bidding process details outlined.
In Des Moines a Juvenile Court judge ordered the eight member teen group known as the Purple Gang disbanded. Two 16 year olds were told the gang must cease to exist. Gary Lee Dudley 18 began a six day jail term after an incident involving molested cars. In Sabula Eth el Christiansen 43 and Milford Cain 35 were jailed on $2000 bonds after authorities found a newborn baby’s body in their home. they pleaded not guilty.
Iowa farmers in the emergency feed grain program reduced corn and grain sorghum plantings by nearly three million acres. State ASCS chairman Fred R. McLain said 106,112 farms, about 60 percent of feed grain operations, signed up by June 1 to participate to curb national surpluses.
Des Moines union Local 7 of the United Packinghouse Workers of America votes to boycott vacations in the Black Hills region of South Dakota amid racial prejudice reports. About 100 of 160 members attended the meeting. a resolution urges aid from the union to anti discrimination efforts. The action references a Negro doctor's alleged restaurant denial in Rapid City and cites Governor Gubbrud and state lawmakers' inaction on anti discrimination laws.
A women’s circle of the First Baptist Church collects funds to purchase Bibles for newborns at Bristow’s city hospital.
Probate Court of Minnesota County Moncrose orders hearing on petition for general administration of Burton Martin Olgan with death in testate. G N Reppe named administrator. creditors must file claims within four months. claims to be heard October 16, 1961. Notice by publication in Austin Daily Herald and by mail. Dated June 13, 1961.
In Mower County Minnesota Probate Court for the estate of Earl R. Farmer adult ward a hearing on a petition to mortgage described real estate is set for July 24 1961 at 10:00 AM before the court in Austin Minnesota. Notice will be published in the Austin Daily Herald and mailed as required by law. Probate Judge dated June 13 1961. Richard E. White Attorney for Petitioner 316 1st Ave NW Rochester Minnesota File No 10928.
Sealed proposals for maintenance resurfacing CP 61 MG 8 will be received by the Mower County Board of Commissioners in Austin Minnesota until 10:00 AM July 11 1961. Bidders must submit a bond or certified check for at least 5 percent of the proposal. The county may reject any or all bids and waive defects. Graham R Uzlik County Auditor June 16 23.
An advertisement error listed 4 Speed Capitol Phonos at 10.00 instead of 18.00. The correct price is 18.00, and the misprint affected the advertised value in the catalog.
Bruce J. Crohn, 12, of Forest Lake, was killed Thursday night when his motor scooter hit a car on a Washington County road. The coroner said the boy's neck was broken, lifting the state traffic toll to 279, two more than a year ago today.
Hollywood remembers Rea M Hunt a 68 year old original Keystone Kop who died of a heart attack officials say Hunt rose to fame in silent movies and helped shape early film comedy The obituary notes his Hollywood roots and contributions to the Keystone brand.
In Fresno California ten Explorer Scouts aged 14 to 17 and their 35 year old leader were stranded on a narrow ledge in Kings Canyon National Park for 24 hours. A helicopter piloted by Bob Greenhaul hoisted each Scout to safety one by one after they endured 16 hours without food or water. All were from Fullerton, Southern California, and suffered no ill effects. The helicopter hovered at a cliff angle to avoid blade contact during the rescue.
Los Angeles AP Jeff Chandler's attorney filed in Superior Court a signed carbon copy of the actor's will declaring over 600000 dollars in trust for his two daughters Jamie and Dana. The original will dated June 9 1959 was not found. Marjorie Chandler received no provision in the will. The divorce was final August 16 1960 and the daughters have lived with their mother since. Chandler died June 17 at age 42 from complications after back surgery.
Prime Minister Hayato Ikeda said democratic government can grow in Japan and that believing Japan could become Communist is a gross misjudgment. In a National Press Club luncheon speech he defended democracy as deeply rooted among the Japanese people.
Strete announces a family focused event line up at the Austin Bowl offering entertainment for all ages. The program promises fun health and relaxation activities aimed at broad family participation.
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