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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1908
Page
2
A Republican said today he hopes Johnson’s majority does not exceed 19 999 and bets five dollars it won’t reach 20 000 Johnson carried Austin by 248 votes, same as two years ago. With effort it might have been unanimous there.
A young man reflects on extensive public speaking during the fall campaign, noting substantial activity despite the loss of their candidate. He highlights the campaign's speaking experience and the effort put into public engagement.
Gov. Johnson’s lead continued to widen as days passed after the election, while most candidates typically see a shrinking margin. The description notes an unusual trend of increasing advantage for the governor.
At city polling sites state county and amendment ballots were given to every voter, but in several county areas pink amendment ballots were not offered unless requested by the voter.
The county and city vote totals for Socialist, Prohibition, county officials and the constitutional amendment will not be known until the canvassing board meets next Monday. The Socialist vote in the city was 142.
Perry Davidson furnished bones Wednesday to fulfill Justice Fairbanks judgment ordering $10 per week to Adell Davidson for twelve weeks.
A local merchant remarks that women should do home missionary work in certain lines, comparing it to foreign effort and noting storms bring urgent orders for ten cents worth of allspice and a nickel’s worth of pepper. He adds that a woman’s chief crime is thoughtlessness.
G M Wymer of Larned Kansas the man slated to become pastor at the Austin church was assaulted by a tavern keeper and carried home unconscious Wymer active against blind pigs in the town he was to visit Austin in a week or two for meetings and possible relocation
The western alfalfa belt of Nevada is overrun by mice and farmers struggle to cope. An expert from the Department of Agriculture reported severe losses and failed to find effective eradication methods. He estimated up to 8,000 mice per acre and described swift, ongoing damage.
Hunters have killed owls hawks badgers and foxes that feed on mice leaving the field mice to multiply. The scene shows the balance tipped as predator numbers fall and rodent populations surge in the countryside.
Dr. William A. Schafer of State University cites a growing independent vote in city and state ballots. He links this shift to younger and older voters and attributes it to higher education influencing voters away from strict party lines.
The piece lauds Governor John A. Johnson's election as a historic victory for independent voters. It contrasts Johnson's solitary campaign with broad support for the party line from newspapers, national Republicans, and legal and political figures across Minnesota. The account frames his win as destined and nation changing.
The Spokane Ministerial association plans a 30000 square foot tabernacle for Billy Sunday revivals starting mid December and running into January. It will seat 8000 with a 500 voice choir and a platform spanning the end. Heating lighting and tarred roof will be provided.
Miss Josephine Kellogg and Mr Martin Lee were married Wednesday evening November 4 at the bride's residence on South Kenwood avenue. Rev W E Sloane performed the ceremony in the presence of immediate family, the bride bearing roses. An elaborate supper followed.
Additional Locals Miss Mabel McCulloch spent the day in Albert Lea. Miss Mabel Ryer is home from Jackson for a few days and plans to travel to the cities Saturday for a football game. Lillian Mayland hosted friends in honor of Cora and Hattie Wingum of Bryant S. D. Refreshments were served and all enjoyed the evening. M. McLaughlin received a message that Mrs. Pilot, with Mrs. Sutton and their sister in Cincinnati, is very low with little hope of recovery.
A brief quote from the Cleveland Plain Dealer about avoiding public duty after death. The Fresh man says he was taught not to speak ill of the dead. The piece comments on propriety and accountability in the face of rumors.
Frank J. Cheney, of J. F. Cheney & Co., swears under oath in Toledo that the firm will pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary A. W. Gleason witnesses this to December 6, 1886. Cure is said to affect blood and mucous surfaces. testimonials offered. price ten cents. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Austin playgoers may witness a Hungarian stage version of Molnar’s The Devil. Directed by Wm. Robinson after bringing it from Vienna, the production features an ideal cast and promises high-class entertainment for discerning audiences.
Short classified notice offers a man to rent his house for eight or ten dollars per month. Response via Lars Hansons blacksmith shop.
The second entertainment of the library course will be at the Methodist church next Monday evening. Featured will be Miss Alice Carey violinist and pianist from Concert Favorit es, headlined by John Eberly a leading American baritone. Florence Mery Buckingham reads, Mrs Mayme A McFarland sings. Admission $1.25 for the course or 50 cents per show.
Austin resident Edward Goebel and his wife report relief from back pain and urinary issues after using Doan's Kidney Pills. They learned of the remedy in Kansas City and bought it from C. A. Pooler’s drug store after moving to Austin Minnesota. The Goebels say two boxes benefited them and urge others to try the product sold for 50 cents by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo sole US agents.
Deputy Auditor Wilbour reports Taft and Jacobson win majorities in county totals. Also notes Wilson and Halvorson victories in designated districts. Lost items include gold-bowed glasses and a bank bag with over $8. Found shawl. job inquiry at HERALD. For sale items include Cole stove and several houses and farms near Austin.
Pat Donovan pleaded not guilty to stealing J. J. Williams of Faribault overcoat from a Milwaukee depot car seat on Oct. 19. Donovan claimed possession arose from a mistake and was bound over to the January term with a $200 bond, felony jurisdiction.
Tonight and the next three nights patrons will see a new vaudeville lineup. The rural comedy playette features Zeb Billings as the bill poster with Op'ry House Mer and other roles, plus Maybel Drew and Mr Hanson in songs and dancing. First show 7 30, drop in anytime.
Washington Nov. 5 cabinet speculation grows around President elect Taft with names like Secretary Root and Secretary Wright ledgers. Frank Hitchcock touted as postmaster general while others such as Wilson Herrick Crane Kellogg are floated for key posts. Salt Lake returns early show Republican majorities likely unchanged.
Large attendance at Mrs Frank Wilbour’s Wednesday session of the Women’s Mission Circle. Devotional led by Mrs Frank Gibbons. Members studied Missionary Farming with papers on Planting and A Missionary Plowman. Reading, Hymn and roll call followed. A Minneapolis meeting report was given and Baby Band formation discussed. One new member added.
Listing of real estate and goods for sale or trade including a seven room house on West Bridge, a cottage on N Second St, six room house and Lake Park lots, a cement block cottage, horses, buggies, furniture, coal stove, sand dirt and filling. Also pool and billiard tables with accessories and an automobile. Trade options include horses or city property and a milch cow for sale.
Robert Fulton displayed remarkable power of concentrated thought, studying French Italian and German and gaining proficiency in three languages. He pursued higher mathematics physics chemistry and perspective as he advanced in scientific research.
Residence listing for Alma L Hanson at 104 South Franklin Street with Northwestern phone 278 and Interstate phone 241 R.
A young man rushes into a restaurant and asks for frog legs. The waitress, indignant, answers that rheumatism makes her walk slowly. The quip appears in Judge's Library.
A Washington Post excerpt notes that women viewing a bride’s gifts often speak in ways that could be misread. The bachelor observer jokes about weddings while admitting attendance, and guests’ remarks range from "What a lot of presents" to insinuations about the bride’s luck and origin of gifts.
Honolulu results show Jonsh Kalaniaole, Republican territorial delegate, re-elected with a decreased plurality. The territorial legislature will be Republican and J. J. Fern, Democrat, elected Honolulu's first mayor.
A grocer sells OUR PIE Preparation lemon chocolate or custard for 19 cents a package. It claims no uncertain recipes are needed and promises pies so good one piece leads to another, aimed at pleasing men with simple baking.
Regular meeting of the Ladies Aid of the Baptist church to work. Dinner served from 5:30 until sold out. Menu includes roast veal vegetable soup pot roast rutabagas potato salad cabbage salad pickles pie and tea for 25 cents.
Full attendance is requested for the meeting on Thursday November 5 to discuss business affecting each member. F M Zander secretary.
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