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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1957
Page
2
Prominent local newspaper note marks 65th year service to Austin community. The item highlights fair impartial coverage supporting agriculture labor and industry with AP content. A religious devotional quote follows, dated June 29 1957, featuring Hebrews 9 28 and Thomas Brooks.
In Williamsburg the President urged governors to plan restoring powers to states and to propose tax adjustments to ease the federal burden. He argues big government is harmful yet demands for welfare and infrastructure require federal action, presenting a practical challenge to curb centralization.
The statement argues that those seeking a smaller federal government must present viable alternatives that satisfy the American people, outlining the challenge of proving feasibility and public support.
Paul Helme, Austin Public School music coordinator, spoke at a Kiwanis meeting, stressing music’s role beyond performance. He cited Lilla Belle Pitts on music’s mission amid anxiety and materialism, and noted music develops students beyond solo/ensemble goals while spreading reach and joy.
An Austin mother reported her minor daughter’s intoxication, aiding the fight against juvenile delinquency. Two men received 90 day jail terms with no fines, underscoring mandatory sentences. Judge McMillan merits praise for enforcing jail time and urging parent law cooperation.
A Fairmont Sentinel excerpt argues Supreme Court rulings hinder convicting those advocating overthrow and access to FBI files for those threatening national security. The piece claims unprecedented policy shifts, contrasting with past fears during the Truman era and accusing certain groups of promoting themselves for gain.
Six members from the Austin Albert Lea Chapter of B'nai B'rith travel to Chicago for the annual district convention. Delegates arrive from eight states and four Canadian provinces, representing more than 74,000 members. Austin attendees include Dr. N. H. Camm, Leon J. Robbins, Paul Gendler, and David R. Averbook, with Allan Upin and Isadore Waterman of Albert Lea also attending.
A crossword style list of clues and answers covering political terms and common words across and down. Entries include official symbols, titles, measurements, and items such as electrical units, animals, and dates, with several long multiword entries hinted by abbreviations.
The hazards of power lawn mowers cause many injuries from deep cuts to amputations. The National Safety Council cites most injuries at DuPont plants as due to careless operation. Safety tips urge keeping gasoline in a safety can, no smoking while fueling, clearing debris, not leaving the mower unattended, and turning off the mower during adjustments.
The Minnesota Society of Architects holds its 23rd annual convention in Duluth with a New Horizons theme in contrast to the centennial celebration of the American Institute of Architects in February. Warren Kane, Austin architect, states both themes reflect a release from tradition and a push toward new materials and designs to meet evolving human needs.
SPRING VALLEY Minn Judy Richards granddaughter of Mrs Grace Johns returned Thursday from Girl's State More than 400 girls attended Judy was sponsored by American Legion Auxiliary Everett Hale Post
The state theater lists Sunday through Tuesday showings including The Garment Jungle with Lee Cobb and Gia Scala and Rebel Without a Cause with James Dean and Natalie Wood. It also features Island in the Sun, Oh Men Oh Women and Canyon River with a mix of color novelty and cartoons and adds Four Boys and a Gun. The Wayward Bus stars Dan Dailey and Jayne Mansfield alongside Future Baseball Champs. Dragoon Wells Massacre heads the Thursday through Saturday slate with Barry Sullivan Katy Jurado Mona Freeman plus a comedy and cartoon offerings.
Austin, in Group B cities of 10 000 to 100 000 population, logged 170 total accidents, ranking third from bottom behind Rochester 184 and St. Louis Park 202, while Fergus Falls had the fewest at 49. Property damage incidents reached 139 for Austin, ranking third behind Rochester 151 and St. Louis Park 153. Austin injured 43 people, tied with Rochester and St. Cloud, with four cities above. No traffic fatalities yet in Austin. Albert Lea had two and Rochester one.
The exchange discusses whether a personal devil exists. The responder cites 1 Peter 5 8 and Caillier of Princeton, arguing Satan deceives by appearing as culture and eroding belief in him, warning that denying his existence is dangerous and that the gospel shows Christ overcoming Satan.
The adaptation of Goethe's Faust by Gounod has been staged more often than any other opera, reflecting its enduring popularity in the repertory.
Five city playgrounds in Austin Minnesota will host family nights next week under director Edward Bork. Northwest hosts a county fair on Thursday run by children led by Sheila Nilan. Carnivals and fairs are planned at Neweln Sut ton Decker Whittier with various organizers. On Wheels Week at Lafayette includes watermelon party bike contests skating and races Friday events.
The president and 42 executive committee members granted themselves stock buying at bargain prices claiming it would spur better work for the company. The piece argues such incentives must be fair to rank and file employees and stresses Christian charity and labor balance.
Nationwide publicity has flowed to BirchKraft Inc for the Krafty Fish Caller with W D Todd of Austin as vice president. The simple two piece plastic device drops a buzzer into the water to lure fish, with testimonials from Florida to Wisconsin and coverage in Esquire as Piscatorial Pied Piper.
Mower County joins the new 14th District Monday under a state amendment. The three-judge district includes A C Richardson Warren F Plunkett Axel B Anderson and will run until July 1 1959 when it becomes the Third District with Houston Olmsted Wa basha and Winona counties. The reorganization preserves judges but shifts district designations.
Committee chairs for the Winona Council of Catholic Women's convention in Austin were announced by Mrs. Leland Wallace. Names include Leon Zender treasury, Kenneth M. Davis publicity, Claire Gilligan Adams general arrangements, T W Flaherty registration, A G Patterson hospitality, John McBride program, Louise Candelet book fair, William Daly welfare, Garth Hadley Grand Meadow, Thomas Goldsmith transportation, Nick Commorato first aid, William Howley dinner and luncheons, and Walter Feeley banquet. The event opens with a dialogue Mass at St Augustine Church.
Any person in Mower County who has donated $1 or more to the Red Cross may attend the annual county membership meeting in the Courthouse Annex at 8 p.m. Monday. Major business includes election of officers and reports from committee chairmen.
CAMP RIPLEY Minn The 47th Viking Division ended a two week training with a track and field day The artillery won with 24% points followed by the 135th Infantry at 22 and the 136th at 17 The division planned to hit the road by 10 am using secondary routes to ease weekend civilian traffic An Illinois National Guard division will take over the camp next week.
The Austin Park and Recreation Board hosts a Teen Canteen Dance from 7:30 to 9:30 pm at Shaw Gym for visiting foreign students and local youth, followed by a swim party 9:30 to 10:30 pm at Municipal Pool. Roy Harlan's Orchestra will play with Music Performance Trust Fund support via the Austin Musicians Association.
Austin youngsters with disabilities will be guests at the Shrine Circus at the Fairgrounds on Wednesday or Thursday. Circus chairman Bernard Moody urged early transportation arrangements and suggested that a parent or older sibling accompany the child. Contact Shriner members or call HE 7-1152 or HE 3-8851. Moody will lead in a sound car, with John Tate as band president. the band travels by bus.
Portland Oregon earns the City of Roses designation as multicolored blossoms bloom in nearly every yard, reflecting its famed horticultural appeal and climate.
The notice lists mail delivery charges by distance from Austin across zones. Within 50 miles residents pay monthly or yearly rates. Between 50 and 150 miles prepaid weekly and six month terms apply. Over 150 miles further options and payments are described.
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