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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1908
Page
2
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October rivals June in weddings with all happy couples reported. Snow lingered after a night fall, while an Austin woman blames politics for delayed returns. Equinoctial storms seem late by a month as the weather man hints at calendar missteps.
Ray Johnson will vote in November in the same waru where he was born, making the act unusually meaningful as he casts his presidential ballot.
A Johnson Republican warned that the same argument used against Johnson for a third term could be used against his own supporters in two years, implying a partisan caution in local political disputes.
Mayor Sutton, George Hormel, and Detective Thomas Riley reminisced about past jokes with a plan to curb repeat tricks. Sutton would close the lid, Riley would ensure it remained down, and Hormel would sit on it if anyone tried the same stunt again.
The Presbyterian ladies of Albert Lea held a paper sociable last Tuesday evening to celebrate completing their carload of waste paper. They report that more than enough was contributed to fill the car.
During a Rochester talk on Monday night former Congressman Frank Eddy told a Republican questioner that electing Jacobson is possible only if enough votes are found. He recalled predicting a similar outcome two years earlier regarding Cole.
The rain arrives late but brings relief from fire risk in rural areas and improves ground conditions for winter. Nursery workers and plant caretakers welcome the moisture as it prevents ground from drying and freezing near the roots of trees and shrubs.
The forecast predicts Taft will win Minnesota by about 60,000 votes with John son carrying the state by at least 35,000. Taft is seen winning the local county by 1600 and the city by a margin similar to two years ago. Tawney is poised to claim the largest County vote yet, leading the district by about 7000.
The Lyle Tribune portrays Aleck Halvorsen of Lyle as a prosperous farmer and business man. He is president of the Ottertail Creek Farmers Creamery Co. and a public spirited, intelligent citizen with fairness in business and social dealings. He is described as a capable, broad minded representative for the district.
A June storm has left trees blown down and a dull, rainy day settles over the town. The piece urges readers to count blessings, stay indoors by the fire if possible, and make cheer from modest comforts.
The 1900 census reports Minnesota has 505 315 foreign born residents. Germany leads with 117 007, Sweden 115 476, Norway 104 895, Canada 48 189, Ireland 22 428, Denmark 16 299.
A fragmented OCR list shows counts next to country names and regions including England Poland Bohemia Finland Austria Russia Scotland Switzerland Holland Italy Hungary France Wales Belgium Romania Luxemburg Born at sea Asia China Spain Turkey Australia Greece Japan India West India Africa South America Pacific Islands Mexico Atlantic Islands Central America Cuba.
Sheriff Nicholson continues search for plunder stolen by Anderson who robbed local saloons and statewide crimes. Anderson once faced trouble in Albert Lea over a board bill, then hid in a basement until captured by a crowd. He claims the gang studied the night watch pattern to plan robberies and followed Officer Brown through blocks.
The Herald backs Tawney citing his tariff revision pledge and belief he can secure a republican majority in the next congress. He is portrayed as the best hope to safeguard Northwest agricultural interests during tariff changes, with opposition limited to past tariff debates.
A notice invites men to attend a Sunday Men's Meeting where a qualified speaker will discuss whether religion has value, describing its past impact, present work, and potential benefits for individuals.
George Calhoun, released Tuesday from a 30 day county jail term for drunkenness, faced Justice Fairbanks Thursday on the same charge. He received ten days in jail on bread and water, with the judge criticizing such loafing and suggesting a workhouse to deter idlers.
A Herald column highlights successful restoratons of lost items including a gold bracelet to Mrs Sam Rice and a gold watch to Mrs Gus Ward via brief ads. Others recovering a pocketbook from Miss Zimmer and a bay filly colt found near Lan sing show the ads work. the paper urges readers to try the want locals column.
Two ladies wear long dark coats described as comfortable warm garments priced at $1.69 each. L West notes the offer amid catalog or advertisement text likely from a store page.
Sunday prepares to begin a three day per week revival campaign in Ottumwa Iowa with a large volunteer effort from professionals, business and working men. Women provide meals while men march in procession to the tabernacle as interest and church unity run high.
The St. Olaf's hospital board met Thursday and awarded contracts to lay tile floors in operating rooms and add modern scientific instruments. A new elevator improves convenience, and the building now offers about twice as much space as before the expansion.
Reward offered for return of a tan leather pocket containing a $20 bill and loose change lost in or near the M. J. Thomas store. Finder leave at HERAL, 22.9.
Wanted: in your locality to represent us. Experience unnecessary. Earn 110 dollars per month plus expenses. Rite for particulars apply Monarch Cigar Co St Louis Mo. Also wanted: to rent a medium size house small barn and a few acres of land or small farm adjoining Austin. Address Herald.
Classified notice for a house for rent by Alfred Cressey at 224 with electric lights and location described as third block west of the court house. Includes basic rental details and contact.
Town lots and farms near Austin, in the state's north. Properties include water, bridge, railway, St Paul Streets and Oakland options. Call G Sorflatten at Office 223 N Main St to view.
In a rugged tale from Outing Magazine Albert Bigelow Paine recounts a survival meal where a group debates timing and cooking of a roasted owl. Del volunteers his share for Charles while Eddie declines, hunger grows, and the owl breast becomes a coveted dainty among short rations.
An army order lists when the union jack may be flown. The crewing rules enumerate anniversaries or special saluting occasions, then Sundays and anniversaries, with a final unclear item Daily Punch. The note reflects ceremonial practice in a historical military context.
James Flood, who killed Arthur P. Camden, will be confined in the Fergus Falls hospital for the criminal insane. Doctors W A Jones and Henry S Nelson testified that Flood is insane and irresponsible and may be taken there tonight. They cite prior similar cases and note Flood’s court proceedings and joke about his confinement. He has caused no trouble in the county jail since assaulting the night jailer two months ago.
C. Louis Weeks of the attorney general's department explains a mover cannot vote in a former precinct if he relocates within thirty days of an election. The law requires thirty days’ residence in a precinct and any return to vote there is barred unless the voter proves no real change of residence occurred.
The New York Press recalls a farmer who strings a zigzag line across fields to deter crows. He claims no crow enters the angles formed by two strings stretched between poles, while crops outside the angles are damaged, illustrating the crow’s paradoxical alertness.
Quote emphasizes labor needs for fair pay and credits Republican policy as the source of gains for workers. The remark frames political stance as delivering both employment and wages through party actions.
A meeting of the Austin Socialist Local is called for Monday night October 26. Comrades are urged to attend if possible as several important matters will be considered.
The W R C Supper at G A R hall drew a large crowd and $19 gross with about $16 net. Tables featured rose decorations donated by Mrs A N Kinsman. After meals, flowers went to sick members and old comrades, with several sent to Y W C A rooms.
Frank J. Cheney, senior partner of J. F. Cheney & Co. in Toledo Ohio swears the firm will pay $100 for each case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary A W Gleason verifies this on December 6 1886. The advertisement touts internal use and claims to affect blood and mucous surfaces with testimonials available. Sold by Druggists and Hall's Family Pills also offered for constipation.
All archers are invited to attend the annual picnic at Homestead hall on Friday evening October 23. Bring enough food for your party. The business meeting starts at 8 o clock. guests admitted at 9:80. Signed by secretary Peck.
Market notes show prices for young pigs and fat lambs with bid range and weights. Reading indicates hogs around 400 and lamb rates from 75 to 850 per head, with buyers and sellers quoted in modest volume.
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