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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1908
Page
2
Skinner and Ulmer publish subscription rates for Gertrude Ellis Skinner associate editor One year four dollars three months one dollar month forty weeks ten banknote value sworn circulation 1197
In Fillmore county the town of Arendahl votes unanimously for Jacobson with 121 ballots, Johnson C Taft 114 and Bryan 3. The Herald seeks city financial clarity and asks residents who had repairs or new builds of $50 or more to call before Wednesday noon for the annual construction report.
An Evergreen farm employee narrowly escaped Sunday when several boys shot at a rabbit, the shot striking off twigs above him. The farm is posted against hunting, so the youths had no right there with firearms.
H. C. Cogswell, superintendent of the Rice Lake to Turtle Creek drainage ditch, paused briefly during a trip from Iowa. He inspected the mill pond slated for cleaning and estimated under 25,000 dollars to create an eight foot deep, clear water pond at low water mark and enhance beauty.
A column reflects on driving prudence amid a fast moving public, notes on mortgage levels tied to autos, and two hunting trips with misfortunes. A Lake Rice outing ends with a missing firearm part after a boat accident. one boat capsizes and a hunter nearly drowns. The piece closes with a remark on the decline of big daily papers’ influence locally.
The article notes that in the last state campaign the Twin Cities papers opposed Gov Johnson while readers turn to weeklies and magazines for nonpartisan, reliable information. It argues the daily press must narrate facts without misstatements as the public grows distrustful and seeks independent sources.
Florence Huser suffered a serious eye injury Saturday evening when a curling iron contact burned her left eyeball. Initial fears of possible sight loss were tempered by later updates as doctors monitored the condition, with a prognosis expected in the next day or two.
The Devil at the Gem drew enthusiastic crowds Saturday night with a metropolitan production. Critics praised each performer and the devil role for its unsurpassed portrayal and strong moral messaging.
The Young People's Society of the Presbyterian church hosts a two night concert in Central church chapel on November 10 and 11 at 8 15 pm Admission is 10c Each evening offers the same program including organ preludes duets songs sketches and a one act play featuring the Todd sisters and other local performers Febrile.
Mary Kirkland born Oswego county New York in 1842 moved to Austin in 1866 wedded A A Wright attorney who died in 1867 near McGregor Their son A A Wright became an osteopathic physician in San Jose In 1869 she married Oscar Ayers The pair resided in the Kirkland home on Lansing avenue later moved to Kenwood avenue The Ayers were winter visitors in California and returned to Austin annually Mrs Ayers longtime Floral club member and social leader will be cremated per her wish Ashes to be brought to Oakwood cemetery in Austin
H E Chapman a former secret service agent and later traveling salesman and pastor will address the Men’s Meeting Sunday at 3 pm in Ellis hall. The program includes music and testimonies with admission free, inviting all denominations to attend.
Belle Gilvary Pelot died Saturday in Cincinnati at age twenty five after an operation. Born in Sligo Ireland she came to America at age twelve and lived in Portage Milwaukee Austin New Orleans and Cincinnati. She leaves a husband a two year old son Andrew four sisters and many friends. Funeral at St Augustine's church at ten tomorrow.
Lost a pair of long brown kids shoes near a Baptist church with initials E. M. on the wrist. Found a gold ring with three sets. Owner should call the Herald office. Family of three seeks to rent a modern nicely located house and notifies the Herald office.
For sale alerts list houses on water, bridge, railway streets and town lots near Austin in the northern state. Also a seven room house offered via Mrs Dahle at 906 Grove Street. Trade options include a work horse or buggy for lumber, Cottonwood lumber accepted. contact L F Snyder at corner 5th and Winona streets afternoons.
The Rev. Sir R. Hicks Almanac for 1909 arrived Nov 15 1908 with colored covers and a fine Prof Hicks portrait. Includes original Hicks Weather Forecasts and astronomy content. Price 35c by mail 30c on stands. Free copy with Word and Works. discounts for bulk orders. agents wanted at Work and Works Pub Co 2201 Locust St St Louis Mo.
There will be an important meeting of Hose Co. No. 2 on Tuesday night and every member is urged to be present. M. J. Mayer, Capt.
Three blocks from Fox Hotel, this city water, gas, bath and electric lights rental invites inquiries at the Herald office.
A collage of notices promotes shipping rates to the Pacific coast, Sun service at reduced rates, and insurance against fire and tornado through W. W. Ranney. It also invites remodeling and repair buyers to consider The Mower County Lumber Co. for lumber cement and plaster, with C. E. Heisey, listed.
Judge Kingsley ruled the Probate Court order affirming administrator William Christians must stand. The case, from a dispute over a $25,000 estate near Waltham, involved Herman Christians of Milwaukee appealing to the District Court, with F W Creenman for the administrator and Fred Doering for the contesting son. The ruling preserves Greenman’s six year record of affirmed appeals.
Cronon injured when coat snagged on a basement hook at Cronon’s Cigar store. Tailor Jensen fixed the tear so it is hardly noticeable. Cronon also has a shipment of 1908 crop walnuts. Miss Marie Nichoden of St Paul visited the Dalager home over Sunday and returned to St Paul today.
A sizeable crowd gathered for the Christian Brotherhood meeting as F. H. McCulloch spoke on new thoughts about Christianity. It was announced that H. B. Chapman, ex government detective, will lead next Sunday's session on Counterfeiting.
In Probate Court of Mower County Minnesota Waite Asman and Edward Goebel petition for letters of administration of Conrad Goebel who died intestate on November 2 1908. The hearing is set for November 30 1908 at 10 oclock A M in Austin Minnesota. The court cites all heirs to show cause why administration should not be granted to Charles A Eag nm.
Austin friends report the death of Mrs. Oscar Ayers who passed away in Los Gatos California on Tuesday night November 3 at 8 o clock. The Ayers had been living in Santa Cruz prior to the move and burial details were not immediately available.
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