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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1902
Page
2
The Daily Herald issued at Austin Minn announces subscription rates but inserts a partisan fragment about a Filipino being treacherous and a distant remark from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. It notes the West Indies revolution and Grand Banks fishing season with cod prices described as high.
The high school prepares a full slate of events marking graduation week. The Class Pinay perform Cricket on the Earth and The Thorn Among the Buses tonight at the Opera House, with Baccalaureate Sunday at Congregational Church and commencement Monday at First Baptist. Eighth grade plans its ceremony Wednesday in the high school Assembly room featuring Shakespeare, music, and a dumbbell drill.
A whimsical line contemplates Ivy teachers confining their children to a lawn scene where the dandelion and shepherd's purse flourish, suggesting no objections to eradicating the wildflower as it spreads across the grass.
The Seventeen year locust invasion coincides with record beef costs prompting lighthearted comparisons to John the Baptist diet as people joke about starving for cheaper meat.
In classrooms today students study with glasses as eye health concerns grow. The piece weighs whether younger eyes are weaker or parental vigilance has increased.
Local candidates boast strong support and predict sweeping wins but acknowledge a rude awakening when results are counted on September 16. The piece notes that some will be surprised by the number of friends they truly have.
Within a few days the committee will be appointed to lead the Semi Centennial celebration of Mower County. Prospects say the county will harvest one of its finest crops this year. If committees remain enthusiastic, the event should be worthy of the occasion.
An American envoy in Madrid during Alphonso XIII’s coronation openly criticized the bull fight, saying he found no enjoyment in the brutal spectacle. He stressed a diplomat’s duty as a man first and a representative second, praising American backbone and candor.
The piece urges honoring veterans and upholding national principles over commercial or communist influences. It laments a potential decline in Memorial Day tribute, warning that neglect would threaten freedom and the republic, elevating patriotism above gain.
The Commoerical Tribune notes a Kentucky man's farewell from Dakota as he plans to return to the bluegrass state for a fresh start. The item lists distant landmarks such as a neighbor four miles away and a railroad sixteen miles distant, ending with a blessing for home and God’s country Kenturcky.
Dr Knight visited relatives at Mc Gregor on Tuesday and Wednesday. John Carey departed for Brandit SD on Tuesday. The John's picnic will be held here on St Johns day June 24. Mike Gilligan sold his farm to John Gilligan last Friday and plans to move west. Navada and Adams played baseball Sunday with Adams winning 12 to 5. JG Schmidt of Northfield was in town Tuesday and Wednesday. The Catholic Order of Foresters held a social Wednesday night with a good time reported. John Gilligan hopes for a speedy recovery to join the races.
The report notes strong crop prospects this season and various local movements. Mr Johnson visited Rochester Wedneedly and returned Thursday while Ray CHalloran traveled to Meon City for a visit. Mise Weber spent Saturday in Austin as exams proceed and Decoration exercises may be held if weather allows. Some local boys played with Adams against Nevada for Mr White.
An advertising note from Dr Weisel in Austin promotes Golden Grain Belt beer as a healthy, essential home staple. It argues that moderate use preserves life years and rest, claiming beer supports comfort and wellbeing and urges readers to order from their local dealer.
Condemned in Missouri and several grocers face suits over baking powders containing alum. New York seized a batch of alum powder mixed with rock, dumped it in a river. Health officials warn against substitutes and urge consumers to demand reputable brands.
On the set day of July all fit rates for water service will be cancelled and water only by meter after June 25. Water will not be furnished after July 1, 1902 without a meter. Premises not metered will have water shut off and will not be turned on until a meter is installed. By order of the committee on water supply, 27 2 Wma. Topp, Supt.
Hormel presents burnt wood etchings in the window of Creesy’s furniture store. Classes begin for study of the work and interested parties may join by calling studio 310 St Paul Street. Materials available at the studio by phone 161.
The Travelers' Protective Association and A O U W in Portland Oregon host meetings June 3-7 and June 10-20. Chicago Great Western Railway offers May 27 to June 8 excursion tickets to Portland valid 60 days return at 47 50.
Land for sale offering over 28000 acres in Red River Valley North Dakota and Minnesota described as the best agricultural land. Also 14000 acres of the seller's lands and 60000 acres of selected grazing lands. Contact E. G. Mellem Scandinavian American Bank Edg 6th & Jackson St Paul MN.
Property listing describes an 560 by 150 foot orchard lot with a 20 foot rear alley, cement walk and sewer, priced at 800 dollars with payment to take 1000 dollars by June 1. Also advertises a new cutter for sale or trade from Gro BucHANAN of Austin Lumber and Fuel Co.
The passage marks the death of Stella Conde on May 20 after three days of pneumonia. It laments the loss with lines praising her as a beam of delight and expressing sorrow at her absence while hoping for reunion beyond death.
The Main Street Fruit Store sells overripe bananas cheaply while offering a Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway excursion to Waukesha Beach Pewaukee Lake Wisconsin. The event includes a balloon ascent, a baseball game, and a grand program with Madame Frances LeRoy. Round trip fare is 25 cents with special trains and reservations available through local agents.
Helena May 27 The Montana Supreme Court suspends E D Weed former United States district attorney from practicing law in Montana for two years after finding him guilty of fraud in deed conveyance and accepting money after selling the property under contract to another. Denver May 27 Ben Bowen an aeronaut aged 18 ascended at Manhattan Beach then parachute dropped and drowned in the lake before rescue.
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