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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1908
Page
2
The mercury dipped to 23 degrees Friday night as Mr Clefton and bride were celebrated in nearby decorations reminding Will Frank of moving in. Ice crusted bayous and backwater along the river rang with a tinkling sound as a boy skimmed a stone across the cold surface.
A black and white sign on the sheriff's office door speeds visitors to the correct hallway. The author praises the sign as a splendid idea and suggests every door should have such signage to save time.
Dr. L. E. Laudone argues that the body is built from chemicals and is influenced by emotions. He claims anger and sorrow poison the body while love and happiness purify and stabilize the blood and health.
The piece praises mellow sunshine and crisp mornings and evenings, noting autumn weather in Minnesota blends the four seasons. It highlights October or November as the usual window, sometimes both, offering a favorable climate for residents.
Through his picture in the Minneapolis Tribune Judge Green man is receiving letters from old friends one from a Nebraska chum of territorial days another from Rev Hart the Methodist preacher in 1873 and others that bring back fond memories.
A caller reports that four hunters visited Rice Lake and failed to bag any ducks. Only one duck appeared that day, drawing eight boats to pursue as two volleys were fired from each beat and the bird was not captured.
In Austin Geo. H. Bent visits for installing the Edson street lighting system. A special council meeting Thursday will consider granting the permit. Archbishop Ireland is due in Austin next Sunday as the Chautauqua Literary Club reorganizes with S. D. Catherwood as president. County Prohibition convention nominates ticket including C. P. Gladden, E. M. Edwards, M. E. Bowers, D. Williams, O. L. Gibbons, J. McKnight, Chas. Steffens. The Oct 30 1888 HERALD flags politics, editors Hawkins and Campbell say news will wait until next issue.
A circulated pamphlet attacking W. A. Nolan’s legislative record is blamed on an unsigned, illegal flyer sent from this city by a temperance advocate. Attorney S. D. Catherwood denounces the anonymous proposer as deceitful, noting the timing near the weekly deadline.
The text asserts Mr. Nolan has an elite legislative record and is poised for re election. It warns against circulating this circular and urges voters to discard it, claiming the main arguments have already been exhausted.
A compilation of Trimble era editorials from St. Paul and Minneapolis papers praising Gov. Johnson as progressive yet cautious, noting broad party support and competent administration. The pieces argue Republicans could support his re-election, while praising his leadership and appointment choices across state boards.
Prof Westvig of the United church seminary in St Anthony Park spoke on Martin Luther and the Reformation to a filled audience at the Lutheran church. The program opened with Luther hymn and a Shelley duet, with remarks on Luther’s life, translation of the Bible, and the call to ministry for young men.
The November Committee of the Ladies Aid staged a "Family Album" at the church parlors Friday night. Members portrayed album portraits with humor as Mrs. Flora Connor and Mrs. A. L. Eberhart led songs and recitations, delighting a large audience.
SALE OR TRADE A good work horse or nice buggy for lumber Cot tonwood lumber accepted L F Snyder corner 5th and Winona streets Call afternoons tf
A 12 year old girl can bake Lemon, Chocolate and Custard pies using Our Pie preparation now sold by most grocers. Full directions on each package. Pie is a daily diet item not a luxury. Order several packages and share with friends.
The Tri State Telephone and Telegraph Co will provide complete election returns starting at 9 PM Tuesday November 3 until all results are in. The information will be distributed free of charge through the Interstate Telephone Company information bureau in Austin, open to the public.
The Bijou presents a concert led by Danna, tickets priced at 25 cents. The event spans the 30th and 31st, inviting local residents to attend.
A house for rent three blocks from the Fox Hotel includes city water gas and bath and electric lights. Inquire at the Herald Office.
Advertises fire and tornado insurance with W. W. Ranney and bond for surety. Mentions O. A. Schall expert piano repairer and tuner in the city at Grand Hotel. The Eclipse Lumber Company supplying building material coal or wood.
The Duodecim met Thursday evening with Harold Vosburgh at the Vosburgh studio. Debates were held on whether the Caucus System should be abandoned with Job Loucks and Ray Peterson arguing affirmative and Ralph Daigneau and Harold Fenton negative. the affirmative won. A talk on Bulgarian War by Harry Martin and current events by Harold Vosburgh were followed by a Critic's Report by Jay Hormel. The members presented a gift to Jay Hormel for his efficient work. Light refreshments were served.
Walter Wold donated a photography book The Modern Way of Picture Making. Professor Boostrom gave five books Famous Men of Greece Famous Men of Rome Home Studies in Nature Astronomy and A Short History of American Literature. Library board accepts gifts and notes Sunday hours 2 to 5 with Miss Marie Page in charge.
A large attendance greeted the W C T U meeting at Mrs. Whit Watkins Thursday. The group will study W C T U work this year with officers duties discussed and department duties to be reviewed at the next gathering. Turkish bath parlors are open Wednesday Sunday with baths available day or night.
At the Bijou, Lucile features Two Vons Marion In Vaudeville with acts like One of the Bravest and The Crocodile Hunt. Mindeader introduces a dramatic act. First show at 7 30 p m. Three performances daily with no wait and drop in anytime.
The polls in the city will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on election day.
Best kidney remedy from roots and herbs. Mrs. August Anderson testifies of long use and preventive relief, noting cure of distressing kidney symptoms six years ago and success helping a brother with Bright's disease. Sold by dealers, 3 cents, FosterMilburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Doan's.
A fresh shipment offers extra special values with suits priced at 25 dollars each, advertised by THON'S.
Listings include a new 7 room house on West Bridge a new cottage on N Second Street a 6 room house and lots in Lake Park third ward a cement block cottage south of Mill plus horses buggies furniture coal stove sand dirt and filling. Items for sale or trade include a pool and billiard table and an automobile a milch cow also available.
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