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Newspaper
Hamburg Reporter
Location
Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1936
Page
5
A long article outlines extensive works at the state park including building a stone and log gate, new shelters, enhanced water works, more tables and stoves, rock roads, flagstone walks, rustics benches, bridges, and incinerator. New plantings and tree removal are planned to revive the park, with efforts to handle rising visitor numbers and protect nature.
Farmers south and east of Hamburg plan a wolf drive with groups meeting at 8 o’clock at Em mer Maupin, Harry Houts, and other landmarks. The hunt targets wolves troublesome to local farms and may involve breaking up a few or stock losses. only shotguns allowed. Schools closed for holidays with two week vacations noted.
A birthday event near Knox, including Bill Monroe and Morgan Dean, with Vern Monroe from Parkville unable to attend. In the afternoon, work continued on the High Line project between Rivarian and Hamlairg, showing progress as crews push ahead despite upcoming weeks.
The Reporter promotes a Colonial Theatre Christmas Day program for kids at 2 30 with free items for every child under a certain age. The note hints at a surprise guest, a Santa Claus appearance, and a festive, orderly event.
Keish Harlan infant son of Mr and Mrs Alfred Holland died December 20 1936 at ten months old after birth February 4 1305. He is survived by his mother father sister Charlotte brother Chuyton and many relatives and friends. A prayer from us is folded in sorrow a vacant place remains at home Gods wisdom and love govern. Funeral services were held at Mansfield Funeral Home on Tuesday at 2 pm by Rev J Gilbert Hutchinir with burial in Hamburg Cemetery.
Hamburg barbers to close Christmas day and will not open their shops. They will stay open Thursday evening until 10 o clock for customer convenience. Barbers say they want to honor the holiday with the public.
Gerding was called to Warrendine Mo Monday by the death of his brother Scott Tiardlimee. Mr Harding had been ill for about three years and his death was unexpectedly sudden. Dr. Jay returned home Wednesday.
Christmas events filled several churches with programs and Santa Claus visits. Baptist, Evangelical, Christian, Methodist, and Presbyterian schools held parties, songs, recitations, plays, and candlelight services with treats for children and a joyful atmosphere for attendees.
Students attending nessete ed I olgher learning yer Felie et went tian during vocation period. Names listed include Ottawa University on Beco lofexy, Pare college Marvin Amier ma, Tern Btalé college Stohin Wiecer, Rober Hensleigh, University Of Iowa Levin Bouitt, Paulne Eugene Mari Dushessee college Evelynt SyellD, Wentworth military Academy Moral Clark Darcy, Himpoon college Ruth Barnes, Parkin college William Get sche, Bobby Hickman, Per stale orm el-tone.
Final planning underway for the Hemburg amateur basketball tournament for independent teams. The event runs January 4 to 9 in local high school gym with a large entry expected. Awards include medals for all players, statues for the top five, and gold and silver medals for the second tier.
Fragmentary OCR text suggests a garbled report mentioning a postage stamp, gay people, and a bizarre line about eating and a march toward the moon. Details are unclear. no identifiable events, dates, or organizations are readable.
Miss Ray Browne sues in district court at Sidney over damages of nine thousand dollars in the Kiss Murder case. The action, brought by attorneys R F Hickman and Clayton Allen, centers on alleged harm to Brown, age seventeen, amid the 1835 killing of W J Mawhor by Charles Brown at his farm. Excutor Ferguson of Shenandoah filed for Mrs Mawhor.
Gifts today from the American Tagion in their Ritity plan, in cooperation with Hain 'Tonts merchants, will be awarded Thursday afternoon at 2 30 instead of Gubuircity. A large crowd attended Saturday and the jubile ad dress by George Ghiggs was well received. Next time the event will be held above the crowd to help all hear. Local merchants report strong Christmastide trade and expect continued displays as stocks remain unusually fine late in the year.
A group including Mrs George Baker and Mrs Glyde Chancey met at Mrs George Bakers home on December 15 for an all time glove making meeting led by Miss Latha O Knight Home Demonstration Agent of Atenison County.
Rev Gilbert Tatchinaot spoke before the Klwanis Club on Christmas customs in Ireland Britain and the United States. He noted similar traditions with regional variations and described Boxing Day in England and extended holiday shopping and closures in Ireland and Deland as the article continues on the next page.
Goon mother Dimmitt born in Sidney on May 7, JIT passed away December 20, 1996 in Hamburg. She married Wade Dimmitt on June 27, 1835 and moved to Hamburg. Survived by husband four children Wade Richard Bel ly Dean and Robert and several relatives. Services held December 22 at Presley church funeral in Hamburg Cemetery with Rev. W. Whoat Ingliarge.
A fresh delivery truck, painted red and black, arrives for a local business. Dave Jones and Mr. Nies handle shifts, with minor incidents noted. Fred missed Tuesday, reportedly in Omaha for merchandise. Lester Robinson and Chas Johnson await their chance, while others remain ill but hopeful.
Miss Rilanbeth Fay Evans oversaw the community carol program at Inter corto Baud fain streets. The Christmas event, held Tuesday evenings, drew a large gathering and featured the Swanee glee club and Sang Christmay Carety performing under Evans supervision.
Under the auspices of local groups the Iowa State Fire Prevention Association will inspect Hamburg in January. Delegates will review building construction, equipment, and fire safety at business houses and workshops to identify hazards and necessary improvements. Home inspections for residences will follow in towns with school involvement to teach fire prevention and safety.
The article recalls the eleventh annual commencement exercises and the high school class of 1890 from Hamburg with names of teachers and participants. It mentions performances by a male quartet and a ladies quartet, plus three vocal solos. It also notes an Auxiliary Christmas Party by the American Legion auxiliary for children lacking Christmas treats and a candy and popcorn exchange.
George Keorige, a station attendant at Ripihih Street and Grand Avenue, was knocked unconscious and robbed of money after a group identified as Nigra emerged from the shadows. He remains hospitalized with a severe head wound as investigators detain several suspects linked to the incident.
George Propp born in Hamburg Germany on August 25 1889 died December 16 1964 at age 67 at his Hamburg Iowa home. He came to America with his parents at age five and settled in Marion Kansas then moved to Barrumte Iowa and Sidney. Survived by wife Elizabeth Wropp six children two sisters six grandchildren and many nephews and nieces. Attended First Baptist Church Marion Kansas and later First Evangelical church Hamburg. Burial at Hamburg cemetery after services conducted by Rev J Gilbor Yulghinson. He was a veteran merchant in hardware and farm supply business.
The Harlem Globe Trotters slated to appear Friday evening, December 25, on the local high school court for their first game this year in Unis section tls. They recently performed at Glen and Griswold, drawing a large crowd. They face the Hamberg Independents, managed by Donald Clayton, who recently defeated Riverton on Riverton’s court. Reports from Des Moines say the Trotters’ 24 to 41 victory in a charity game drew 700 fans, while Oshkosh All-Stars boasted a 15 game winning streak in another showcase before 4,500 spectators.
Mrs Silvester Garst of Watson died after an auto accident weeks earlier. Funeral services were held at Waren Baptist Church with Rev. Guinge of Rock Park officiating. Burial followed at the Greek cemetery. A large pine tree in Dutslin County North Gavel stands 110 feet tall with a 44.5 inch diameter.
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