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Newspaper
Hamburg Reporter
Location
Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1911
Page
5
The article notes the death of a local resident who left a widow and four children, with reference to the family and their plans after the loss. It mentions relatives, and provides brief details on his life and activities prior to death. Several names and places appear in fragments, reflecting an obituary-like notice from the period.
The Elvess year old daughter of Henry Kern and wife of Red Oak was bitten on the wrist by a rat about three weeks ago. Blood poisoning developed and the girl is near death.
Fragmentary notes indicate Jimmy McManey sells out and Myron Reeves gains a bag. the text mentions James McNaney and a loyal servant, with Reeves praised for faithfulness though a resignation may disappoint many in the business community.
Local farmers tout a rising corn yield as watchful spectators note the sharp rise in production. Jehonty Dignan, near Payne, delivered a notable performance by shucking 289 bushels in twenty eight work days, illustrating strong field effort and steady progress in regional harvests.
Dr Murchison spent Thanksgiving at the old folks home board at Griswold. There the children gathered to embrace their father and mother again, look into each other’s faces, and replenish the fountain of joy with the good things mother used to prepare in days gone by.
Is may Expected to Live Wood to relatives near Beret hal, is that the condition of Miss Tracy Baker, daughter of J. K. Unter, formerly of this vicinity but now of Spokane, Wash., is Very bad and that there is small hopes of her recovery. The young lady has been in a hospital in Spokane for many weeks and has submitted to two operations, but without benefit.
Piano dealer announces a Hamburg visit on December 13 to take orders for pianos. J. F. Baldwin and H. G. Butterfield will handle inquiries and attention. M. B. Huyett reminds patrons to settle outstanding accounts promptly. A. K. Wattamalker endorses the notice.
Fraternal orders elected officers for the coming term at various lodges including Ne Ne Bronson and Jerewalem No 233 AST & A M. Thanksgiving services were held in the Christian church with praise by pastors and choirs. At Avoca Ia a drive captured 35 wild deer to be sold as park attractions. pastor surprise raid by Christian Church members ended with silver spoons given. Preaching arrangements announced for McKissick Grove Church next Tuesday and Wednesday.
A cooperative corn trial at Missouri’s Pinimést Station compares six varieties grown on sandy loam with uniform care. Commercial White yields best ears but Reid’s Yellow Dent matures earliest, with 44.63 bushels per acre from the tester’s seed.
Bert Van ten led a ten hour corn busking contest near Hamburg northwest of Hamburg, breaking all records with two hundred and fifty four bushels and ninety four pounds. Claud Wilson of Malls County was close behind with two hundred and fifty one bushels and twenty pounds. Fremont County challenged to raise the bar and hinted at further competition as the crowd debated where a next match should be held.
Fremont County Christian convention begins Tuesday afternoon December 12 at the Christian church. The event runs through Wednesday night with officers and noted state speakers in attendance. Eight churches in the county are expected to send representatives to the gathering.
Hon. W. T. Davis carried out his customary Thanksgiving ritual by sending turkeys and chickens to the pastors and needy of the city on Thanksgiving Day.
Residents discuss holiday giving as stores offer prepaid book credits and gift options. Shoppers consider how to allocate monetary amounts to children, aiming for meaningful presents. A cautious, practical mood pervades the season as families plan purchases.
A disputed drainage project near Knox Och Figisned Ree Boat caused a halt in construction from Saturday night to Thursday, as engineers evaluated whether to continue toward the Nishuw River or stop at the state line. County supervisors were given three days to decide, with criticism aimed at actions seen as injurious to Fremont, Hamburg, and surrounding areas.
John Griswold died after a short illness in his eighties leaving a widow and three daughters Mrs Victoria Wood of 138% Souta Enterean Kansas City Mo Mrs Mollie Shipley 191 Rsst Niothi atreat Kansas City Mo also survives The funeral will be held from Headley house this afternoon at 2 oclock He was born December 26 123 in Cin and moved to Framont county in 1856 He taught in Hamburg for three years moved to Denver then Port Kearney Neb established a supply store After two years Indians raided the county yard he returned to Hamburg resumed teaching held public offices including county auditor six years and city assessor for sixteen years His health declined to rheumatism and he seldom left home A period of improvement followed but later proved mistaken
A Baptist church notices deepen interest in an upcoming meeting led by Clevenger of Red Oak. The plan includes preaching both morning and evening services on Sunday, with hope for full support and further word to follow from A W Tandy.
The Smiths hosted Mr and Mrs William Cummins of this city and Grandpa Wa Bennett of Milan Missouri at a Thanksgiving turkey dinner.
An elderly man, formerly of Corning Laws now residing in Los Angeles, died from blood poisoning after a rooster he was feeding attacked him, throwing him and causing fatal injuries. He was about 60 years old and rushed to hospital but died despite medical effort.
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