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Hamburg Reporter

Location

Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1920

Page

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Otoe Food Products Plant Upgrades For Big Corn Pack

A Reporter visits the Otoe Food Products factory at Hamburg noting heavy prep work for a large corn pack. Upgrades include a redesigned conveyor system, new cooling tank by Morton Steinhart, extra kettles, more huskers, two canning lines, and a plan to wash cans per new regulations. Shipments- of cans have resumed after a New York trip. plant aims for extra standard and fancy packs.

Otoe Food Products Hamburg Watson Shannon Nebraska City Cy Ward Morton Steinhart Steinhart New York

Park Community Service Addresses By Mr Jarnigan

A park service last week pleased attendees with a talk by Mr Jarnigan. Rev John Firth, Baptist missionary with years in Assam, will address the upcoming service. The anthem will be Un searchable Riches with possible music from Mrs Beal's orchestra. posters will announce the meeting.

Jarnigan John Firth Assam

Town Hosts Colorado Five Auto Toads on Vacation Trip

A group of five labeled cars from Northborn passed through town on Tuesday en route to Colorado. The cheerful travelers advertise their home town and are expected to enjoy a wonderful vacation.

Colorado Auto Northborn

De Vol Victors Top Hamburg In Sunday Game

Council Bluffs De Vols defeated Hamburg ten to one after a strong pitching effort by Ford and a rough day for Hamburg on defense. Wakeman allowed fourteen hits and eight strikeouts as Hamburg made six errors while Smith struggled behind the plate and Clayton saw action late. The visitors displayed solid hitting and fielding, finishing the game in control from early on.

Hamburg DeVol Council Bluffs Tamburg DeVols Ford Wakeman Council Bluiffs George Fort Smith Clayton Grayton Jennings

Local Institution Seeks Investment with Solid Leadership

The proposal highlights pride in the institution, strong backing and ample resources, led by seasoned managers. It argues the project offers a good dividend, stable returns, and prudent oversight for potential investors.

North Liberty Doings of the Past Week

North Liberty weekly notes report social visits birthdates and travel. Mr and Mrs Chris Sneigel hosted Mrs Fred Schneider while Neva Simpson Leta and Arnold Schneider vacationed at Spirit Lake. Several locals visit relatives in Missouri Nebraska Iowa and Colorado with updates on sickness and recoveries.

Chris Sneigel Fred Schneider Neva Simpson Leta Arnold Schneider Spirit Lake George Miller Arlo Hays Nebraska Rufus Thomas Missouri Wilma Garrett June Fletcher B.S. Fletcher Lloyd Simpson Aly W.S. James Place Mis Lucille. Evans Lineville Eb Good Watson Gee. Miller Bruce Pletcher Will Driever Ra Daviison Mor Carl

Vacation Return From Nebraska and Malvern Visit

Mr and Mrs Pred Wiif and daughter Katherine returned Monday from a weeklong trip to Omaha and Malvern. They attended the Nebraska State Editorial convention in Omaha and enjoyed warm hospitality. In Malvern they called on Mrs T W Gidley at Mr Hill's sister's home and spent an evening at John Beckwith's house. Mrs Beckwith will be remembered as Doris Brower. This was their first real vacation in ten years and they hope to repeat it. Reporters note readers were not slighted during their absence and the paper was well received.

Riverton Louise Blakeley Tabor North Liberty Aid Society Hol Davisson Laura Knappe W. PF. Knappe Will Knappe Miss Blakeley Thurman Grace WeKissick Harry Wieder Walter Paker August Hinze Colorado O. H. Prather Charles Simpson Anta Minnesota

M. E. Church Plans Baptism and Centenary Pledge Drive

Sunday school at 10 with worship at 11. Sermon on Getting Acquainted with God. Baptismal service planned for infants and adults. Conference in six weeks. Urges settling all financial obligations by September first and completing Centenary pledge payments to aid the pastor’s conference report.

M. E

Connor Brothers Acquire Shelton Store Expansion Chosen Manager

Connor Brothers purchase the Shelton store in the south part of town and appoint John Bolton as manager. Bolton is described as the right man for the place and will oversee an improved, well cared for trade. The addition strengthens Connor Brothers ability to serve their expanding business.

Connor Brothers Shelton John Bolton Mr. Bolton Connor Bros

Miss Bess Danforth Takes Month-Long Colorado Outing

Miss Bess Danforth leaves for a month long outing visiting Denver Fort Collins and Sterling Colorado. Miss Hazel Swanson supply clerk will take her place at the post office during the absence.

Bess Danforth Denver Fort Collins Sterling, Colo Hazel Swan

Hamburg Versus Mount Arbors in Shenandoah Showdown

Hamburg and Mount Arbors of Shenandoah prepare for a Sunday clash at the Hamburg park. Both teams seek a first-time meeting this season after last year’s extra inning victory by Hamburg and a rain postponement of a planned Shenandoah game last week. Fans expect a high effort battle and an exciting afternoon of baseball.

Hamburg Mount Arbors Shenandoah Hamburg Park

Jarnigan Delights Iowa Farmer Editor at Park Meeting

Jarnigan, editor of the Iowa Farmer in Des Moines, spoke at Sunday park meetings. Report says it was among the best of the summer series. His wide experience delivered information in a pleasing entertaining way. Hamburg residents applaud and hope for another address.

J. W. Jarnigan Iowa Farmer Des Moines Jarnigan Hamburg

Return from Western Trip Highlights Cheyenne Round Up Days

Dr. E. E. Richards and Bob Neb litt returned Monday night from Cheyenne and other western points after a two week auto trip. They attended Round Up Days at Cheyenne, calling it one of the best events in years with famous U.S. riders in various contests, a feature they say justified the journey.

E. E. Richards Bob Neblitt Cheyenne Fr Auto United States

Thurman Tournament Shoots Into Thrilling Weekend Series

Four teams Thurman Sidney Tabor and Malvern compete in a six game series over three days Thursday through Saturday. Hamburg fans anticipate exciting games as regular Hamburg first baseman James Spicer joins the tournament lineup.

Thurman Sidney Tabor Malvern Hamburg James Spicer

Barn Burns at North Main Street Barn

The Barn of Sam G Brown on North Main Street burned to the ground Tuesday noon. The building was ablaze when noticed and Brown faced trouble with central due to burned telephone wires. A fifty double wire cable burned for the telephone company. Brown held substantial storage in the barn, all lost. Cause cited as boys and matches. No insurance.

Sam G. Brown North Main Street

Surprise Birthday Party for Miss Retta Brown

A surprise party was held at the Lloyd Brown home twelve miles east of town on Monday evening for Miss Retta Brown. Hamburg youths attended and enjoyed varied amusements before refreshments and best wishes were offered for many happy returns.

Lloyd Brown Town Retta Brown Hamburg Miss Brown

East Siders Win Charity Game Over West Siders

East side beat West side 9 to 7 yesterday afternoon on Main Street for American Legion funds. Pitching rotated with Geyer Danley and Johnson on mound. Ray Lauritson homered like Babe Ruth. East leads two wins for Vast side as Legion gains seventy dollars.

Main Street American Legion Gite Geyer Legion

Hear Miss McAdoo in Concert at local chautauquas

Marie McAdoo and company performed in Riverton Randolph and Thurman last week. The group then moved to Hanover Kansas and will be away from the area for the rest of the season. A party including Mr. and Mrs. H H McAdoo and other locals attended the Thurman program. Her harp work was well received.

Hamburg Marie McAdoo Chautauquas Riverton Randolph Thurman Hanover Kansas H. H. McAdoo C. W. Davey

Burglars Loot Sidney Garage for Cash Only

Burglars entered the James and Fisden garage at Sidney last week and stole about $100 in cash. They passed on thousands of dollars in tires tubes and accessories, taking only cash after gaining entry.

James& Fisden Sidney

Hamburg Fair dates moved to September 14 to 18

Hamburg Fair board met at Farmers Savings bank with good attendance. Plans for the fair include a ball tournament and hopes to attract wrestlers Joe Stecher and Earl Caddock. A carnival company and bronco roping show are sought. Cattle and hog barns and grandstand space to be expanded. Stock sale continues. incorporation planned for 25000 with 10000 paid up. W H Rageth elected secretary to boost the event.

Hamburg Fair Board Farmera Savings Bank Fea Joe Stecher Earl Caddock Carnival Frontier Day W. H. Rageth Rageth

Obituary of John J Bruce in Hamburg area

John Jacob Bruce born June 7 1873 Palominto Texas grew up in Wamburg Iowa married Ada Strait June 26 1908. He had four sons Weston Meridan Richard and Frank. He joined the Christian church of Hamburg in 1905 and died July 27 1926 at his parents home in Antioch Nebraska after illness. Funeral July 30 1920 at 2 30 p m by Rev Spear. interment Mt Zion cemetery. He was a respected man and the community mourns his loss.

John Jacob Bruce Palominto Texas Wamburg Iowa Ada Strait Weston Meridan Richard Frank Ch Tian Church Hamburg Antioch Neb Taw F. M. Strait 7. S. Spear Nebraska City Mt. Zion Cemetery John

Improvements Begin At Stoner Drug Store Front

Workmen started remodeling the second story of the Stoner drug store building this week. Large windows will be added and other changes made. Upstairs tenants, the American Legion, will use it as a club room when ready, promising one of the town’s finest suites.

Stoner Drug-Store Stoner The Américan Legion

Elevator Blast Damages Farregut Elevator Building

A farmers elevator at Farregut suffered extensive damage Tuesday when an air pressure tank exploded during a test. A new compressed air dump for large auto trucks caused the blast tearing a large hole in the north wall and minor damages elsewhere. no injuries are reported.

Farregut

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