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Newspaper

Hamburg Reporter

Location

Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1940

Page

5

Severe Storms Hit Fremont County Causes Wide Damage

Two violent storms swept Fremont County Friday and Saturday, tearing roofs from grandstands and schools, uprooting trees, breaking windows, and damaging barns, crops, and a cattle herd. Farms from Zach to Prather reported heavy losses as wind and rain disrupted lines, homes, and communications across the area.

Fremont County A. L Zach Bane Hambure Sakure Zach Bidney Rodeo Grounds Waltia Ronald Eralva Lawrence Ipson Bhenundowh Tee Wright C.D. Wright G. Beker Wright Elingles H. Prather Ties Glipine Torny G. W. Smith Tie Bay Hays W. F. Bledy Oper

Conservation work begins on Madison farms in Shenandoah camp

Work crews from Shenandoah OCC start conservation projects on farms of Floyd Cruns T P Randolph Ray Carpenter Ar Clhrephl Enna Winklepwugh and Carl Amith in Madison township. Farmers plant and cultivate corn in contour rows, remove old fences, and plan terraces with cooperation of the Soil Conservation Service. A 1014 foot terrace project will aid contour farming and water control. The group organized by Floyd Cruse aims to expand land under conservation and includes a Baypliss Church service by St Paul Bible Institute Missionary Feasue with Rev Gorden B Meyer and others.

Shenandoah Ooc Floyd Cruns T. P. Randolph Ray Carpenter Ar Clhrephl Enna Winklepwugh Carl Amith Madison Township Hey Land Othors Earl Civcott Roy Carpenter Floyd Cruse Hele Conservation Soil Conservation Service

Wan at Med Oak Show at Red Oak Featured top event

A two day show at Red Oak drew attendees from Med Oak and nearby counties. Notable participants included Moraes and various heel stables. Ralph Stoter won first in the 1938 colt class while Jobin Woodward took fourth in the Jecal five-masted class.

Gate Nolumner Rom Rvattbury Red Oak We Ofycutt Moraes Ralph Stoter Jobin Woodward

Sidney Grain Elevator Fire Reflects Sudden Explosion

Sidney's elevator owner A Otte reported about 1200 bushels of grain damaged when a fire broke out shortly before midnight Monday. Authorities cited spontaneous combustion as a possible cause and said the blast could be heard across town, prompting quick response and investigation.

Sidney Elcwater Hynes Sidney BR. A Otte Over Town

Obituary: Orson Smith Dies at Hamburg Aged 72

Orson E Smith born September in Hamburg area died after long illness at 72. He was married to Murthy Gardner. survived by children Arthur Hoey Wart and Mrs Brown of Hamburg and Mrs Ae bre Bad of City, plus grandchildren. A stroke years earlier left him largely invalid. funeral held at Johnson Funeral Home with ministers Fort Melton and Benjamin Milien officiating. Interment at Olive Cemetery.

Orson Erwin Smith Suly Hamburg Murthy Gardney Arthur Hoey Wart Brown Jim Hopple Pooier Bluffs Smith McGracken Johnson

Community Sing Planned for Shenandoah August fourth

Shenandoah Southwest Toma Community Sing to be held Sunday night August 4 at Mustang Park at 8 clock. Sponsored by Shenandoah Junta Chamber of Commerce with leadership from Emil Strom and Jack Wail chairing. Elk’s band to furnish music under guidance as organizers push for a successful series through August and possibly into September. Funeral notices report the death of Vd Livingston aged 1A with services at Fairarnt Methodist Church.

Shenandoah Mustang Bhrnandoah Junta Chamber of Commicece MW. Anderson C. O

4-H Health Contest Held in Sidney on Tuesday

Doctors from the county conducted health examinations for 4-H boys in Sidney Tuesday. The event, part of the county program, involved participants in a health contest. Final results were reportedly not yet announced by press time.

Sidney Ane

Colonial Pratures Show Attracts Big Weekend Audience

Public notices describe a three feature bill at the Colonial theatre next Thursday to Saturday with comedy and war era drama. Edgar Bere, Cavite McCarthy and others star in Chace McCarthy Detective and The Farmer's Daughter, plus a military love story with Vivien Lele and Robert Taylor and a news reel.

Colonia Edgar Bere Cavite McCarthy Hertha Wire Amt Roygive Hemenner Vivien Lele Robert Taytor Luche Watson Marin Onspencknyn Virgil Field Aubrey Smith Taylor Leien Urifice TR Wood Comedy Qi A Lite News Reel) Ew He Khim, , “Agomen Witham Natiex Merchants Tide Asite Alar Tilon Prew Robert Pale Judith Barrell John Millaly Lamine Peavers Fordra Foy Freedom Fanyone Lenin Tate

Plan Vy FW. Past Time. Yen members of the Gen. Gren ville IM

Vague OCR fragment mentions veterans group and installation of posts. Referred names include J. G. Mevitty and others. unclear context and roles. likely a local veterans ceremony with officers listed.

Grenville Douge Forview Puffsman J. G. Mevitty Coninun Bay Lait Barry Berea Charles Fold French Tou Rommand Charce

Funeral services for Mrs Coffey in Hamur n

Mrs Wm James Coffey aged seven ilicit, died after ill health. She married LWI Meny dines Coffey of Hanihites in November 2270 and moved to Olenwood lows. Survived by husband four children and several relatives. Services conducted by Rev J Hubbinson at Hy Harmbure Baptist church. burial at Mt Olive cemetery near Mainburg on July 38.

Martha M Atehisun TNT Aml Abe Young Aidhood Sheens Qilve Bupelet Geay Hatiiburg Lwi Meny Dines Coffey Hanihites Isa Omaha George Spence F Saint Charles TE Coffey Pacife Junction Sarah Woodward Hamar Lloyd Brown Bishanstaan Msn Rein Fivex Wheeer Thor Raynor Foner Tew Hubbinson Hhy Harmbure Baptist Elaueeh Mt. Olive Mainburg Buridiy

The Postoffice Mural Progress Report

The article notes a mural project on the post office wall advancing this year. A rhetoric piece submitted for approval by the Fine Arts commission awaits decision. A formal contract has been made with artist William B. Bin who plans another Hamburg visit to study data for the mural.

Wyk Ur Fine Arts Commission MD. A Willan Bin Hamburg Niereadin Wyn Thekmon

Twa Comey of Age RB Wheeler

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a windy Friday event with a stage show and a rodeo crowd. Mentions heavy wind, a man named Gardner who collapsed and died, and county meetings with various individuals in attendance.

Sidney Man Pan Gardner Lelow Rod Girdner

Police Court Report From Weekend Arrests In Mound Guy Area

In Our Police Court many suspects were picked up by WIT Bravy around 2:30 Sunday near the Connors Inc. store. One man was held over on several charges after a car crash following a high speed chase and subsequent preliminary hearing.

Wit Bravy Delorming Chas, Wuek, Jr Ab Ityent Connors’ Inc Riccy Fathery Bei Eek Teak Cayet Hee Geste Elaine Ted Howard

Hospital admissions list from Mt Vernon and Riverton area

A compiled hospital roster notes numerous patients admitted or treated in late July. Entries name individuals from Mt Vernon McPaul Riverton Auburn Tarkio and others with procedures including thyroidectomy amputation leg treatment abscess removal and minor surgery, plus newborns and general admissions across several dates in July.

Miny Gerry Carpener Mt. Vernon DSO Tor Nation Cine Goldie Jahan McPaul Minn Tyrphirey Liveatn Lehr Thy Mvitim Ruiyety Ann Harker Riverton Renee Maser Davey Lie Hardman Sdinuy Foxne Lonsiileet Ony Mias Cherrie Ann Hortatr Irene Mawitlan Blugehe Guedner Hants Thur Mintor Sireery Mary Maker Auburn Ure Hospital Juy Ming Dovel Hamburn Td Che Hospital Mewin Shell

Snake Attacks Home Sparking Fear in Neighborhood

Mrs Minnie Muillard reported a venomous snake invasion at her residence while her daughter Verah spent a Monday evening at the house. The reptile caused panic, slithered through a window, and was killed. police noted the incident while neighbors recalled earlier warnings. The snake’s presence prompted a search and concerns about safety in the area.

Minnie Muillard Nisoul Kesta Medfords Laceh

Red Cross Seeks Sewing Machines and Equipment

Red Cross officials urge donations of sewing machines and assorted equipment for relief efforts. Mrs Ray Torritsen leads the pre election drive to collect items and support communities in need amid ongoing relief work.

Red Cross Lewin Fall Elpars Arhays Ray Torritsen

Farmland Hints From Dated Speech Echo Local Quips

A fragmentary OCR item notes chatter about chinch farms and regional chatter on the outskirts of town. The readable phrases mention Toy Shaber and Manmine with scattered rural slang suggesting a housing or farming context.

Eas Fink

Roup Sisters Enjoy Western Trip Across California

The Roup Sisters Fantine Miaka and Dori, joined by Gathering, travel from Los Angeles to San Diego and Monterey, visiting Denert Petriflet Poreata Grand Canyon and Oz attractions. They tour Tollywood sights and the Brown Derby, meet Gracie Allen, then drive to San Francisco and Lake Tahoe areas, ending with a Pacific coast loop and a Golden Gate Exposition path.

Malide Fantine Dorithy California Denert Grand Canyons Los Angeles Ben Kf Ginter Tle Ling Alata Ciy Anu Cramnan Vente Cen Park Olvera Street China Gracie Allen Yormhy Angeles Canat Ban Oleg San Diego He Preitie Gomst Friver Baek Los Liev Beauifal Forest Laws Memorial The Minners Lax Ox Angeles Minston Sun Pernandy Raymond Roup Monterey Montes Peninsua Pacific Grove Pobbin Beach Serva Tex Ftyle Center Chinatown Barbarcadero Seatertrom Nethel

Married Wed Morning At The Catholic Church

A wedding service was held at the Catholic church for Moy Keath and Charles Ivekliver with Rev Puhr D. Arman officiating. A wedding breakfast followed at the home of Mr and Mrs Lonhert. The couple will reside at Tanburin after a reception and greet friends.

Atney Puhr D. Arman Lonhert Tanburin Robert Tussits Nopilay von Indy Ind Gorse Burk Bison Turmey Hantburg

Packing Material Burns Amid Uneven Fire Report

A smoky blaze involved packing materials at an unspecified site. Fire teams worked to control the flames as responders reported heat and smoke but no injuries. The cause remains under investigation and authorities urged caution around similar waste storage areas.

Pine event at the park ends with storms

An annual gathering at the At club and Chaar merged for a Friday event with baskets and camping. Residents arrived at the park despite storms, and many returned home after a evening of socializing and tea, with some attendees staying late.

Chaar Unites MMS

Shower honors Miss Burns at local home party

Mrs Eral Cloopil hosted a miscellaneous shower for Miss Mary Catherine Burns at a local home Friday evening. Guests popular with gifts played word games and enjoyed refreshments after card games.

Shumver Eral Cloopil Mary Catherine Burns Hue

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