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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1908
Page
3
In a Northwestern Christian Advocate item a man named Pat, long struggling in a western mining region, is described as giving up despair before suddenly striking it rich. He is then seen walking in fine clothes, and an old friend greets him prompting Pat to boast of his new office hours from morning to afternoon.
A mother guides her child to pick cherries on a Sunday afternoon while they debate Sabbath breaking and a humorous misread of religious rules. A proverb and quotes from Ruskin surface in a mix of reflections on power and democracy.
A brief notice in the Herald promotes Want Ad style results, inviting readers to check the newspaper for quick, concise listings. Includes emphasis on immediate options and local offerings for readers seeking fast notices.
Community calendar highlights events from October 27 to December 10 including a dancing party at the Auditorium, Family Album Entertainment at the Congregational church, a Reformation service at the Lutheran church with Prof Weswig, Halloween on October 31, a General Election on November 3, two Gem Theatre shows The Devil and The Power of the Cross, Hose Co No 2 Annual Ball, Thanksgiving Day, Miss Petticoats at the Gem Theatre, Home Trade Promotion Sale by the Presbyterian church at the Auditorium, and a Methodist Ladies Bazaar lasting three days.
Weather remains generally fair with possible showers in the eastern area tonight or Wednesday. Temperatures hold steady with little change expected. Local items note numerous residents traveling, relocations, visits, and social events across Austin and nearby towns.
Fragmentary note mentions Fairbanks Bros and photos at the North Entrance over Pooler's. Reads like an old social or advertisement fragment with vague directions and multiple addressed groups. Names and places are partially obscured, leaving unclear intent or event.
Mrs John Rochford and two children returned from Minneapolis after attending the O Reilly O Halloran wedding and visiting friends. A notice seeks a girl for housework with no children. Dance plans at Moscow Friday with Prof Morgan orchestra and Wm Bump as promoter. Various locals travel, meetings, and social events noted, plus a Doan s kidney pills advertisement.
A brisk customer warns a grocer she will switch stores unless he handles Our Pie. She claims the mix makes Lemon, Chocolate and Custard pies superior, using all ingredients pre measured in the package. Each package serves two large pies for 10 cents.
The Bijou will open at 7 30 with advanced vaudeville and motion pictures. A continuous show runs from 7 30 to 10 30 with no delay. La Moure Bros comedy acrobats and Edison features headline The Heart of a Gipsy Maid and The Result of Eating Horseflesh. Admission 10 cents. The curtain rises at 7 30 sharp.
Mrs. W. E. Wold entertained at dinner Monday for Miss Belle Long of Albert Lea, in a social gathering reflecting local hospitality.
Dexter residents report visits to Austin and Rochester including Mrs Hugh Wallace and Rae King. Local trips involve Miss Matson of LeRoy, Miss Blanche Westgate of Minnesota, and Miss Gladys Vermilyea returning improved health. A Sargeant band and Kellys Harp orchestra are set for a Republican rally and social dance on October 30. A boy, Martin Koot, injured his eye and lip while riding a neighbor’s buggy. he is recovering with Dr Schottler.
The state levied a record $144,0600 from iron mines in one year, while Governor Johnson's cards demand $660,000 this year, rising by $500,000. Campaign fund implications are implied for Steel Trust contributions.
In a humorous dialogue a child questions a counterfeit nickel while a political jab mocks Taft and Bryanism. The subtext critiques campaign cleanliness and labor records, highlighting voter sentiment and party rivalry.
The Knights of the Maccabees summon members to a regular meeting at Woodman Hall on Wednesday evening October 28 1908 by order of the commander.
The East Side W C T A will meet with Mrs Whit Watkins Thursday at 3 PM. The Lady Fireman sewing society meets with Mrs Emil Olson tomorrow at 2 PM. All are invited. Will Murphy and H Kough returned from Mitchell South Dakota where they were on the I and D division for five weeks. Mrs David Turner remains ill and not yet able to go out.
For sale a choice lot of improved Chester White boars and gifts pair or trip available. Stock is growthy and thrifty at reasonable prices. Also fine yearling Hereford bulls, all recorded and eligible. C. L. Rice located 2 miles southeast of Austin. Both phones.
Advert reads hard coal heater for sale inquire at William's cigar store. Item described briefly with contact prompt.
A small classified note announces an instructor of piano and violin at 100 North Franklin Street with contact via Interstate Phone 129 L.
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