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Newspaper

Austin Daily Herald

Location

Austin, Minnesota, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1908

Page

2

Sworn Circulation Figures for Skinner and Ulmer

The record shows Skinner and Ulmer as Sertrade Killektawer associate editors with sworn circulation of 1060 subscribers.

Potpourri of Local Interest A Bright Policeman Disperses Mob

A whimsical piece notes a bird predicting wireless telegraphy will force people to sit on the air. The Catholic News recounts a bright policeman who dispersed a mob by passing around the hat.

T Little Bird

Clean Up Time Urges Board of Health Action

The Board of Health urges immediate cleanup efforts while warning residents not to discard tin cans in neighbors’ yards.

the Board of Health

Local toilers scarce as fishing prospers in Austin

An Austin man laments difficulty finding workers while another notes fishing is so good that the idea of work seems absurd. The remarks reflect a town enjoying a boom in leisure activity over labor demand.

Austin

Large man seeks shoes in store misunderstanding leather quality

A robust man entered a shoe store and asked for shoes. The clerk noted his old pair was soft leather and suggested kid leather. The man clarified that kid refers to leather quality, not a size or style.

Rowell Directory 1908 Records 22502 Newspapers Decline

The 1908 Rowell American Newspaper Directory will list 22 502 newspapers and periodicals, down 396 from 1907. The decline is largely from small papers' mortality and many consolidations, yielding the smallest total since 1903.

Rowell

Olmstead County Eyes Trial After Delay in Depositions

Sheriff Vine reports a Birmingham letter from Olmstead County's attorney noting F A Lloyd has not received Pittsburg depositions. With nearly three weeks of stay elapsed, indications point to a trial in Olmstead County to pursue justice locally.

Vine Rochester Olmstead County Birmingham Alabama F. A. Lloyd Pittsburg

Austin Ready for Summer Cleanliness Push

Austin is in a spick and span condition with lawns green and trimmed. Street committees are urged to improve highways by shaping centers of streets as the key improvement, despite limited funds.

Austin

Health Culture class walks for exercise and air

A Health Culture class is seen out for an early morning walk to breathe loudly as a substitute for breakfast. Members insist they will not eat breakfast and value fresh air and exercise for its inexpensive benefits.

Era Club Meeting Highlights Social Efforts

The Era club met Friday afternoon with Mrs Mayland. Mrs Foster and Mrs John D Smith read articles on engaging topics. Mrs George Twedell presented Mrs Mayland with a sugar shell memento for her refreshment committee work. The next meeting is Friday June 12 with Mrs J S Young.

The Era Club Mayland Foster John D. Smith George Twedell J. S. Young

Mrs Daisy Maxwell Hosts Thimble Party for Mollie Jahnke

Miss Mollie Jahnke was honored in a gathering at Miss Daisy Maxwell’s Kenwood home this afternoon. Guests were asked to bring thimbles but no sewing work.

Daisy Maxwell Kenwood Mollie Jahnke

D. B. Boys Host Dance For Base Ball Team

The D B boys entertained the base ball boys at Harmonia Hall on Friday evening for a dancing party. Twenty couples attended and enjoyed the music furnished by the Pizak orchestra with Mrs Vosburgh and Mattie Hollister serving as chaperons.

D. B Harmonia Hall Pizak Orchestra

Sociable by Mac's class entertains Friday evening

The Methodist Sunday school class hosted a Friday sociable with vocal and instrumental music and recitations. The fortune teller drew attention as the star, and guests enjoyed ham sandwiches pickles doughnuts and coffee.

Mac Methodist Sunday School

Public Health Notice on Yard Cleanup Deadline

Austin Board of Health requires all back yards cellars and debris be cleared by May 20. If not removed, the city health board will detain the premises and charge the expense to the property owner. W. H. McKENNA, Chairman.

Band of Health City of Austin W. H. McKenna Board of Health

Two Delegates Elected as County Factions Debate Chairman

A large Democratic county convention met at the courthouse with 75 delegates split between Johnson and Bryan camps. After heated motions and a walkout by Bryan delegates, J. L Guiden was chosen chairman, while Bryan factions prepared a public statement outlining their withdrawal.

Court House Johnson Bryan Peter Johnson C. F. Cook J. D. Sheedy Mr. Sheedy Mr. Johnson Mr. Gulden Alex Loucks Sheedy Gulden P. A. Riley R. A. Carll Fred Christgau A. J. Harpman M.S Fisch J. L Guiden A. J. Harpmen Fred, Christgau C. J. Schroeder R. A Minnesota Denver Joan A. Johnson John A. Johnson William J. Bryan Grand Jury Room P. J. Carr Adams E. C. Keefe Rose Creek

Private letter from T. E. Killoran aboard Missouri recalls voyage

The letter describes a Pacific voyage from the western straits through Valparaiso and Lima, with visual notes of snowcapped mountains, tides, a bullfight in Lima, shipboard drills, a visit to a Catholic cathedral in Lima, a naval parade in San Diego, and personal reflections. It concludes with greetings to M. J. Killoran of Austin and mentions attendance at a convention, theater of imperial politics, and family regards.

M. J. Killoran Austin Mississippi River Pacific N. N. West Valparaiso Lima Peru Calloa Pards General Pizzaro Christopher Columbus South America Magedelena Bay Lower California Mexico Dowling Eau Clair Wis Magedelena Gleason Connecticut San Diego Cala T. E. Killoran Missouri

Mayor Anderson Loses Gold Watch at Fox Hotel

J W Anderson mayor of Mankato missed a gold watch with a diamond Masonic charm after staying at the Fox hotel in Austin. Investigations focus on room 29 occupants Jas Grissel and Jas Tomsons as authorities seek Tomsons who has not yet been located.

J. W. Anderson Mankato Austin Anderson Fox Hotel Jas. W. Grissel Jas. Tomsons St. Pat Minnesota Grissel Tomsons the Fox Mr. Anderson

Osage Game Stands 6 0 For Austin High

As we go to press the score of the ball game at Osage stands 6 to 0 in favor of the Austin High school team.

Osage Austin

Church Services Schedule at St Augustine’s and First Church

St Augustine’s mass times 8 10 30 a m and an evening service at 745. First Church of Christ Scientist holds services at 1030 a m with Sabbath school at 1145 a m and Wednesday testimony meeting at 8. All are invited to attend.

First Church of Christ Scientist

Sunday church services announced by Rev Budlong

Rev J S Budlong rector announces services with Holy Communion at 7:30 am Morning prayer and sermon at 10:30 am Sunday school at noon Evening prayer and sermon at 7:30 pm followed by a Confirmation lecture. Evening service time clarified as 7:30 not 8:00.

J. S. Budlong

Sloane Sunday Schedule at Maple Street Church

The notice lists St Paul and Water streets for W E Sloane minister with residence at 128 Maple St. Beth phones. At 10:00 am a Session meeting follows a 10:30 Morning worship sermon "Better than Gold" on Christianity to humanity. Central Sunday school at noon, East Sunday school at 3 pm, Tom Y P 8 C E 8 pm, and an evangelistic service with sermon "Cords and Cartropes."

St.Paul and Water Streets Sloane Maple St Beth Central Sunday School East Sunday School Tom Y. P C. E

First Congregational Church Service Schedule Read

Morning worship at 10 30 led by F E Knop with sermon A Man and a Bush and an Angel. Sunday school at noon led by F P McBride. Christian Endeavor at 7 with leader Bessie Allen on Work and Play. Evening service at 8 with sermon A Prophet in Babylon. Good music and a cordial welcome for all.

First Congregational Church

Reverend Hazen Preaches The Comforter and The Complete Life

Rev. Harry Booth Hazen leads morning worship at 10 30 with the Comforter Whom Jesus Sent and evening service at 8 on The Complete Life. Sunday school begins at noon and the Young People meet at 7 at the Oak street corner residence.

Harry Booth Hazen Oakland Ave High Street Jesus

Sunday services and classes schedule in Scandinavian and English

Morning 10 30 services in Scandinavian with Hope Sunday school at 12 Luther League at 6 39 English evening service at 7 30 on Human and Divine Judgement.

Church Services at St Paul and Maple Streets

In the new church corner St Paul and Maple streets a 9 30 class meeting led by Rev A Cres sey 10 30 morning worship sermon Zeal for the Cause of God special music by the choir 12 00 Sunday school W O Craige Supt 3 00 Junior League 7 00 Epworth League 8 00 evening worship strangers and others welcome Parents urged to attend with children and to bring a friend.

St Paul Maple Streets Chatham College Streets A. Cressey God W. O. Craige

Market snapshot of live cattle and livestock prices

AMarkets page lists prices for fat cattle and hogs, veal lamb and sheep, fat steers and cows, and canners with bids in the 350 to 475 range and hogs around 425 to 475. The figures reflect regional market quotes with scattered notation and units.

C. Ces Ibis Ines Lekves Ried Nanoeeus Perc Aero Ee

Gopher and Crow Bounty Guidelines Published

County Auditor publishes bounty procedures from 1905 law for pocket gophers and crows. Bodies must be shown to town board chair or auditor. certification triggers a county warrant and payments. Bounties apply May 15 to June 15 and August 15 to September 15 for all gophers. crows payable year round with proper proof.

Robertson

Wallboard Shades and Chandeliers at Wallace Gregson

Electrician Wallace Gregson offers light shades for chandeliers stand and drop lights and other electrical supplies. Estimates gladly given on house wiring. Located at 121 West Mill Street.

West Mill Street

Plumbing and Heating ad from A B Weseman

Plumbing and heating notice inviting homeowners to consult A B Weseman before installing a bath room or heating plant. Located at cor Bridge and Franklin Streets.

A. B. Weseman Cor Bridge Franklin St

Advice to a Wife from James Russell Lowell

A fragment notes Lowell advised a fiancée to always give her husband her own way. The line reflects a witty counsel on marital harmony attributed to the poet about wedding conduct.

James Russell Lowell

For Sale Houses and Town Lots in St Paul and Oakland Areas

G Sorflatten offers properties for sale including water, bridge, railway frontage on St Paul streets and Oakland avenue plus town lots and farms near Austin and in northern Minnesota. Call and see me at Office 223 N Main St.

St. Paul Oakland Avenue Austin State

Also Mentioned on This Page

Thimble Party Dancing Public Health Mr. Cook Dennis Coughling R. R. Murphy Alex. Loucks John Rahilly Chirman Johnson Mr. Murphy Mr. Guiden Cook Wm. Jordan Dennis Coughlin Wm. Keefs Ryan Con Kennivan A. A Loucks Joe Martin Martin Kiefer Con. Keneva M.J. Killoran St. Augustine’s Christ Church Lutheran Methodist MANN Skorts Gopher Crow Bounty Mission Cathedral Holland Wallace Gregson, Electrician Hart Schaffner&Mar Hart Schaffner & Marx Hart Schaffner & Marx Clothes
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