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Newspaper
Hamburg Reporter
Location
Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1938
Page
5
Dr Ralph Lovelady of Adams, addressing a local club, warns that drunk driving endangers roads. He cites modern stats, traces alcohol effects from ancient times, and outlines stages of intoxication and legal consequences.
Loules Mary Taylor, daughter of Mr and Mrs Prank Taylor, died December 25, 3008 just months shy of 100. She married William Balware in 1868 and had five children Henry Marker L jotun Mattie Rermison. She married Davia Bulltt in 1888. both husbands preceded her. She joined the Baptist church young, was a faithful Christian, and lived with Mr Henry Marker. Funeral services were held Tuesday December 27 at 2 p.m. at the Johnsonal Home conducted by Rev D M Gillett. Burial in Hamburg cemetery.
The Hamburg calendar plan offers a free copy to shoppers who visit participating merchants and reporters office, with a back-of-picture entry system to prevent duplications. Local merchants listed as supporters include utility providers, law offices, hardware stores, insurance, dairy, meat markets, and a long roster of businesses across Hamburg. An obituary notes the death of Albert Wildberger, a longtime local business figure, in Betheny Missouri, with his funeral also mentioned.
The Colonial presents a double feature program at the Oriental Thursday through Saturday with Gene Autry in Western Jamboree and a romantic comedy about five glamorous girls. Also shows include Spring Madness and a two reel comedy, with previews of The Great Walls on January 4.
4 H clubs from Washtigtaty towns assisted at a farmers business banquet held last week at the Methodist church. The event showcased club work and the girls’ service in aiding quarters and hosting attendees. Names and precise roles appear garbled in the report but the core note is 4 H involvement and banquet outcomes.
A Lincoln area civic banquet recognized community leaders including Julen Lawrence and Henry Lawrence for service to the city. The event featured an extra edition of the Newr-Preas and light remarks praising honorees as trusted, well regarded.
The alumni group met Friday at the high school to elect officers for the upcoming year. Don Dougan, president. James Glenn, vice president. Vern Andursip, secretary. Jay Dougan, treasurer. Plans include the annual banquet, Peony Festival float, homecoming dance, and football game. Membership tickets urged. dance postponed due to a basketball game. The first regular meeting of ten years was set at the high school, with details to follow.
The Half Century Farmers Club lists new members and recalls decades of rural life. Veterans Anderson and Cowles share farm histories, land holdings, and early county development, with memories of threshing engines and pioneer journeys from Ohio to Iowa.
4-H clubs from Madison and Washington met at Hamburg Public Library December 21 to elect officers for the coming year. President Mondal Allen opened the meeting. County agent Harley Walker spoke, urging membership growth and club improvements for 1888. The report notes officer selections and committee plans, with emphasis on leadership training and community outreach.
Mr and Mrs J C Brown hosted a December 21 Yuletide gathering for 23 Sunshine Club members. Guests enjoyed a Christmas tree, games like Checkers and Monopoly, and refreshments. several attendees were listed as absent due to illness.
Fremont County reports a record low in traffic fatalities with no major crashes among twelve doctors surveyed and over fifty highway rules plus extensive roads and towns. Authorities urge continued caution after a storm slowed travel and prompted safety reminders for drivers and pedestrians.
Amateur contest set for January 6 at the high school auditorium to raise funds for activity clubs. Prizes, trophies, and a judged show promise lively entertainment, with Hamburg Fire Department providing a two-mic sound system for Mayor Gowdy and the contest announcer. Outstanding local talent expected. show aims to attract a wide audience.
A fragmented notice describes a Christmas gathering with Mr and Mrs Dameron and other relatives from Enterprise and Warohon area. Several attendees are listed, including Mr and Mrs Dahlgren and associated households. The text is garbled but centers on a holiday dinner and guest list in a small Midwest community.
The Reporter sponsors a baby gift shower for Fremont County Missouri and Nebraska Island precinct, rewarding the first two babies born in 1998. Merchants provide bank accounts, blankets, baby bottles, tickets, snacks, and other prizes to eligible families who subscribe to the Reporter for six months.
The Star Community club held its annual Christmas meeting with a program of carols and a gift-giving session. Mrs. Osiny Knorin won first place in a contest, followed by Mrs. Bred Pol lock. Ruth Sealf, a former secretary, died, prompting tributes and plans for future meetings.
The document references federal actions and state measures involving agricultural production and grain quantities. It mentions a large implied cash amount and several names or terms that suggest regional or organizational actors, with unclear dates or places due to fragmented OCR text.
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