21 May 1970
Page 4
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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1970
Page
4
The editor states the column expresses the editor s personal views not the paper s. It invites readers to submit letters but will not routinely answer personal comments. The policy aims fairness, open discussion, and avoiding grinding anyone s axe while the editor s head remains on the chop. THIEF RIVER FALLS TIMES
The piece surveys nationwide reactions to Kent State deaths, faulting Ray Page and others for harsh statements while defending academic freedom and peaceful protest. It notes related tensions over half mast flags, labor confrontations, and calls for restraint across political lines. The editorial urges calm, responsible discourse and rejects violence.
John Hedwall, state inspector, tours Minnesota jails and places his stamp of approval on both Rochester lockups. The note appears among a set of pasted items recalling past events and local notices.
David and John Kunst, sons of Waseca State Theater owner Richard Ebensteiner, vow to walk through the United States and multiple nations totaling 15000 miles to fame, backed by the United Nations Assn and sponsors. They aim to start June 20 from Waseca, traveling with a mule and seeking global publicity.
New York City and State Building Trades Council president Peter Brennan plans a mass rally of construction workers to back the Vietnam era war effort while urging nonviolence. Brennan and AFL-CIO leaders discuss coordinating demonstrations with 1,200 citywide councils across America and mobilizing hundreds of thousands of followers.
A widow writes praising peace but urges action against communism and urges letters to leaders in Asia and Africa. Another reader criticizes Austin growth and jobs, citing Hormel and Weyerhauser plants, high taxes, and parking meters. A third letter lists historical highlights and anniversaries for May 21, 1970.
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