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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1908
Page
2
A reflective piece notes that cloudy skies and gloom pass as storms pass. It urges that brighter sunshine follows rain, with light hearts returning and joy coming after pain. The prose offers consolation about sorrows and trials easing with time.
The Faribault County Register edited by Julian Palmer reports Blue Earth City has more residents over seventy than any other town of its size in Minnesota.
Rev. Sloane proposed a Mother's Day observance for next Sunday, prompting a humorous counterpoint from a vaudeville singer who quips about the fate of "poor old dad." The line captures light social wit in the era's entertainment mindset.
Plans advance for a large Fourth of July event as committees confirm a splendid program. Organizers promise an inviting celebration that will welcome out of town guests and avoid disappointing attendees.
Superintendent Friedrichs plans to start annuals a week early amid anxious expectations for spring displays in city parks and Oakwood cemetery. Some weather observers warn of potential frost after recent heavy rainfall.
In Courtland and Lansing Avenues residents fall behind on garden contributions and two quarters arrive today from Sheriff Nicholson and City Attorney Pridham of the Second ward. They call on First ward to wake up and send in support.
A street visitor in town offered umbrella repairs with practiced judgment. He would assess broken canopies and suggest fixes, earning steady business and even surprising residents by stepping under their umbrellas as they walked.
G Fred Baird reads the Gunness Farm horrors with interest while recounting Helgelein as a Mansfield customer. Baird notes he knew the man well and that he often called at his Mansfield establishment where he helped found the village.
A reader recalls a Hall & West dry goods display from twenty years ago with illustrations of prevailing styles. She jokes that future generations will laugh at today’s Merry Widow hats and fashion choices.
Residents say Water Street Boulevard work reflects well on the city and that taxpayers bore the burden of the project. Kenwood loses its status as the main driving street as Water Street becomes the preferred route to the depot.
The Daily and Weekly Register, among the state's oldest papers, are suspended after fifty two years. Lack of support and Austin's size leave The Herald as the sole daily in town, prompting calls for community unity to bolster it.
Mr Henry Schafer, cited in Wednesday's Herald, had many local friends who defend him against the claim he shot himself. They say he was temporarily insane during his self-inflicted death four years ago in Chicago amid domestic troubles, his wife deserting him, and that friends would stand by him if needed.
The condemned jail remains in use at the same site despite prior condemnations. Officials note the facility is kept in good repair with periodic whitewashing and cleaning while inmates perform basic upkeep tasks.
An inspector from the state board of control visited a jail hotel on a dark day. Five unemployed men were housed there and cooking meals when the inspector arrived. He reported the place as unventilated, unclean, unlighted and unsanitary, though the occupants found it cozy.
Special to Herald from St Paul May 14. Frank Day opens the Democratic state convention criticizing Bryan supporters and James Monahan for alleged calumnies against Governor John A Johnson. State Senator S S Work of Mankato named temporary chairman. Committees named with T D O'Brien on resolutions H F Weiss on rules and J C Anderson on credentials. A recess is taken until 2 pm.
After a banquet Deacon Decker welcomed guests while Rev. Wheeler of New Ulm and Harlan Page of Northfield delivered warm responses. John McBride of Minneapolis praised the twelve disciples sent from Austin to Minneapolis church and Rev. Fred B. Hill urged Marathi Mission support. Arthur McBride was lauded as a wise choice and the Hills praised. Shaw noted Arthur McBride and his family with heartfelt tribute.
About fifty friends surprised Mr. and Mrs. Doris Hall Wednesday afternoon to celebrate their twenty fifth wedding anniversary. Ladies brought afternoon visits and the gentlemen joined for supper. A set of solid silver knives and forks was presented by Seymour Johnson with a warm speech. Rev. J A E Naess delivered a short, well received talk.
The May Ball at Maurek's Hall Wednesday evening drew a good crowd. Fine music by the Kelly orchestra and attendees report an unusually good time.
Five new towns in Whitman County within the Palouse district will establish sales this month. Lot auctions in Seabury and Pandora on May 25, Kenova and Palisade on May 26, and Malden on May 27. F A Miller of Chicago handles further details.
Light shades for Mission Cathedral and Holland styles, chandeliers, stands and drop lights available. Visit or call to view and select. Electrical supplies and house wiring estimates gladly given by Wallace Gregson, Electrician, 121 West Mill Street.
Arthur A. McBride, Austin native, faces final examination for the ministry with a Congregational council. The May 14 meeting set the stage for an 8 p.m. ordination service at the Austin church featuring a full program and remarks from church and visiting clergy.
The piece honors Judge Noah Davis famed for Boss Tweed trials. It recalls his humor and wit in a Niagara circuit ejectment case. Expert witnesses John A. Ditto and Hon. True testified on the division line with precise measurements. Judge Davis penned a playful couplet about True and Ditto as they swore to each other.
To the people of Aus n who have second hand furniture to sell please call at 211 East Mill street at Second Hand store. We also clean gasoline stoves and sharpen lawn mowers and guarantee them. We also buy poultry Inter State phone 558 L. 13-3.
Local note advertises petroleum coke available at Mower County Lumber Co with delivery on a car purchase. Contact C. E. Heisey for details.
Miss Helen Sass manages the Rochester Viavi Co and invites interested persons to communicate at Austin, Minnesota for information on the Viavi System of home treatment.
The new boule boulevards on Water Street are being levelled and seeded. A fine of five dollars will be imposed on anyone walking on the restricted work area while the seed is starting.
A Wide World Magazine report notes three Afghans killed in West Australia over water scarcity. The shooter, who used a road hole as a water source, was tried and acquitted by a unanimous jury in a subsequent trial, highlighting extreme tensions over scarce resources.
A west end man, after a night with friends and excess, returns home intoxicated. He contemplates how to hide it from his wife and chooses to kneel in prayer before bed. His wife bluntly asks why he is praying and suggests removing his silk hat for effect.
A classroom exchange hints at ancient iron discovery. Johnny reports hearing from his father that iron was melted in early times, while the teacher prompts for details on how iron was first found and processed.
The piece argues profits come from new lines and smart displays. Dealers should stock fresh items, rotate showcases frequently, and avoid repetitive layouts to create the impression of new stock and attract customers.
A Universalist Leader recounts a tale of Professor Greene guiding a slow witted student named Jones. Greene, famed for Greene's Analysis and English Grammar, asks where Jones spends his nights to prompt a truthful answer. The anecdote highlights the professor's genial, fatherly nature and teaching style.
The Manchester Guardian recalls how belt winning wrestlers wore belts to their village church on Sundays and to neighboring churches the following weeks to claim precedence. It notes champions were large men, with Old Steadman cited as perhaps the most powerful wrestler, at twenty stone.
A charming hostess pleads for dinner with tact as a dyspeptic guest refuses every dish. The guest thanks her, insisting on being very particular about the food, and the scene plays out with quiet humor in a Punchesque exchange.
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