Pioneer and loyal soldier A. L. Hatch dies at 71
Allison John Hatch, a Hamburg harness dealer and veteran of the 3rd Illinois Infantry, died January 6 1920 after a long illness. Born January 9 1848 in Ohio, he served under Sherman and participated in the Grand Review. Survived by six children and wife Christianna Bolster, funeral services were conducted by Rev W D Mitchell in Hamburg with interment in Hamburg cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al. Hatch
Hatch
Hamburg
Mr. Hatch
Allison John Hatch
Trumbull County
Ohio
Jo Davis County
Ilinois
Co. I
Illinois
United States Volunteers
Sherman
Atlanta
Washington
D. C
Des Moines
Edward
Omaha
Clyde
Verne
W. d Mitchell
Hamburg Cemetery
Far Extension of Lines by Hamburg Electric Plant
The Hamburg Electric Plant plans a fifteen mile extension of light lines into Missouri with poles on hand and more material due within ten days. The line will run south to E C McKissick then east to Charles Hopkins, south to Centennial church, and east two miles. It will offer electricity for light and power to many farmers who have not yet signed up. The community’s progressiveness is noted.
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Hamburg Electric Plant
Missouri
E. C. McKissick
Place
Chas. Hopkins
Centennial Church
Hamburg Cigar Factory to Close Amid High Tobacco Prices
Dave Hardman announces the discontinuation of cigar production in Hamburg due to exorbitant tobacco costs. Despite strong demand and quality cigars, supply prices prevent continued operation for now. Mr and Mrs Will Rageth will move into the vacated rooms above Dr Wade Sperry’s office.
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Dave Hardman
Hamburg
Mr. Hardman
Dave
Will Rageth
Wade Sperry
Mixed Golden Wedding Notice Correction
A correction notes errors in last week’s report on the Switzer Coolbaugh couple. It clarifies that the couple is H. C. Coolbaugh and A. L. Switzer and that the deceased was Mr Coolbaugh, not Mrs Coolbaugh.
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A. L. Switzer
H. C
A. L. Coolbaugh
H. C. Coolbaugh
Union Meetings a Success at Methodist Church
The union Sunday services draw growing interest and attendance with a well filled Methodist church last week. Rev. W. H. Hoge delivered a practical sermon urging better support for churches and community institutions. Next Sunday the union meets at the Presbyterian church with Rev. John Todd of Sidney as speaker on Shall Armenia Die and a high quality musical program planned.
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Union
Methodist
W. H. Hoge
John Todd
Sidney
Armenia
Presbyterian Choir
Union Choir
Presbyterian
TWO INTERESTING WEDDINGS ON NEW YEAR'S DAY
Two couples tied the knot in quiet home weddings. Miss Bessie Garst wed Theron Bellus with Rev. W D Crewdson officiating and they plan to farm in Minnesota after a brief Omaha stay. Henry Hydinger and Jessie Miner also married in Omaha and will farm near Riverton next spring.
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Linnie Garst
Bessie
Theron Bellus
W. D. Crewdson
Omaha
Hamburg
Burlington
Wumbury
Minnewaska Club Hosts Indoor Picnic at Gottsche Home
The Minnewaska club ladies hosted an indoor picnic with husbands and friends at Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Gottsche’s home last Wednesday evening. A regular picnic supper delighted attendees, followed by lively games and social time.
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Minnewaskas
Minnewaska Club
W. H. Gottsche
Big W C T U Meeting Planned at Methodist Church
The W C T U of this city plans a large program for Friday evening January 16 at the Methodist church. The full program will be published next week. Attendance is encouraged as it promises to be a worthwhile event.
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Methodist Church
Duroc Jersey Breeders Meet in Omaha At Year End
Duroc Jersey breeders led by Hubert L Brown gathered in Omaha for the Missouri Valley meeting December 31 with 174 men from Iowa South Dakota Nebraska and Missouri. Plans include pig clubs nationwide with $8000 raised, officials spoke on breed promotion and the national association grew from 1287 to 11000 members in seven years. The Peoria Illinois office building, completed two years ago at a cost of $80000, is fully paid and a strong fund remains.
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Hubert L. Brown
Omaha
Towa
South Dakota
Nebraska
Missouri
National Association
Peoria
Library Reopens to Regular Hours and Wide Patron Use
The town library is open again during regular hours with growing book lending. No charges are required and all residents are welcome to borrow books, reflecting high community value and expanding use each week.
Ankle Injury for Mrs. Ezra Brown in Barn Fall
Mrs. Ezra Brown fell while going to the barn for alfalfa and broke both bones of her leg at the ankle. The accident happened on Wednesday and will confine her to bed for some time. The community expresses sympathy for her misfortune.
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Ezra Brown
Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Assn Annual Meeting
The annual meeting of the Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Association was held at the Reporter office on Saturday afternoon last week. The year was prosperous with a large increase in risks added to the books. The old officers, satisfactory to directors and members, were reelected for another year.
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Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Association
Fre mont county Supervisors Elect New Chairman for Year
The fre mont county board of supervisors met last Friday to organize for the new year. Fred Halliday was chosen chairman replacing J L Irwin, with all members retaining seats including Don Ryan as third supervisor. The board reported handling a large volume of county business last year and earning near universal satisfaction, highlighting the growing importance and businesslike standards expected of public servants.
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Board of Supervisors
Fremont County
Tay
Fred Halliday
J. L. Irwin
Don Ryan
Funeral attendance of Hessman kin from Rosebud Missouri
William Hessman attended the funeral of his cousin Mrs Ida Hale in Rosebud Missouri and returned home Tuesday. He remained several days visiting his parents at their home. He was joined by his uncle Fred Schweppe and cousin Henry Schweppe who accompanied him home before continuing to Nebraska.
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Wm. Hessman
Rosebud
Missouri
Ida Hale
Hessman
Fred Schweppe
Henry
Nebraska
Improvements at Post Office Benefit Clerks and Heating
Workmen closed space over the post office boxes to trap heat and keep the front office warmer. Previously the cold hindered clerical work and caused discomfort for the staff. The new arrangement will make the office environment more comfortable and efficient.
Golden Rule Store Moves to Masonic Building
Burt Caughlin plans moving the Golden Rule store to the Masonic building this week to enlarge stock. Herbert Coon will be employed after the change.
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Golden Rule
Burt Caughlin
Golden Tule
Herbert Coon
Hand Severed After Elevator Accident at Limp Fin Nell Farm
Frank Austin caught his hand in a corn elevator at the Limp Fin Nell farm on Tuesday. The injury required removal of one finger and left the right hand badly cut. Reporter Advertising Always Pays.
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Frank Austin
Finnell Farm
Hamburg Merchants Report Strong Invoicing Week
Hamburg merchants busy this week invoicing stocks as part of yearly operations. They report a prosperous year with business well above estimates, aided by higher prices. Despite wood purchasing difficulties, stocks remain near complete, benefiting both merchants and customers. Prospects for the year look bright and prices remain reasonable given wholesale costs.
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Hamburg
Annual Ginner Dinners Honore Mt Olive Kensington Ladies
New Year’s day dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Catlett drew about sixty five guests from Mt Olive Kensington. The event featured rich food and well arranged tables with Latin ribbons and Trait baskets as centerpieces. New members Mr. and Mrs. Jim Athen and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Truttett joined the club, making New Year’s Day 1926 memorable for attendees.
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Mt. Olive Kensington
Thos. Catlett
Indies
Jim Athen
Chas. Truttett
Carpenter Dies This Morning at Eighty Six
Charles H. Carpenter, bedfast for weeks, died this Thursday morning at age eighty six. Born September 29 last year, he came to the area in 1866 and built Hamburg’s first structure near the Howard House site. He leaves several children including Mrs. Walter Cleavenger, Mrs. E B Richards, Mrs. H W Morgan, Mrs. I G Bushey, Mrs. L B Miller, G B Carpenter, and W P Carpenter. Services set for Friday at 10 am at Dr B E Richards home and Linden church at 11 am. obituary to follow next week.
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C. J. Carpenter
Charles H. Carpenter
Carpenter
Hamburg
Howard House
Mr. Carpenter
Walter Cleavenger
Rock Part
E. EB. Richards
M. L. K. Elect Officers At Club Meeting
A M L K club held a Friday afternoon meeting at Mrs H E Dow Jast home for annual officer elections. Elected were Mrs H B E Doyle president Mrs Wert Reid vice president Mrs W T Davidson secretary and Mrs Jana Beysehlag treasurer. After business forty two was enjoyed and refreshments served by the hostess.
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M. L. K. Club
H. E. Dow Jast
H. BE. Doyle
Wert Reid
W. T. Davidson
Jana Beysehlag
American Legion Elect Officers Held at Monday Meeting
The American Legion held its Monday night meeting with the annual officer election. Results announced include Dr. B. C. Danley as Post Commander, J. P. Rees as Vice Commander, W. B. Davey as Post Adjutant, L. R. For myth as Post Finance Officer, Glenn Robb as Post Chaplain, and Roy Keith as Post Master at Arms.
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American Legion
B.C. Danley
J. P. Rees
W- B. Davey
L. R. Formyth
Glenn Robb
Chaplin
Roy Keith
Noses of Hamburg's Citizens Now Being Counted
The Hamburg census is about one third complete as enumerators visit homes. The article lists questions asked of individuals including sex race age birthplace of person and parents immigration status language and literacy. Farmers will answer about farm size value buildings and equipment for 1919. The census determines the official population for 1920.
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Hamburg
United States
Tenant House Burns on Lloyd Brown Farm Southwest of Hamburg
The tenant house on the Lloyd Brown farm eight to nine miles southwest of Hamburg burned at about noon last Sunday. Mr and Mrs John Smith, occupants for a year, were unaware of the fire until Mr Smith looked toward the barn. Neighbors fought the blaze, saving part of the furniture, and the loss was partly insured.
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Lloyd Brown
Hamburg
John Smith
Frank Miller Joins Farmers Savings Bank in Hamburg
Frank S. Miller, formerly with Sprague Tire Co. in Omaha and known in Hamburg, has accepted a position with Farmers Savings Bank of Hamburg and will begin duties as soon as possible. A family sickness delayed his arrival. Miller is not a stranger to Hamburg and previously worked at a bank there.
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Frank Miller
Farmers Savings
Frank S. Miller
Sprague Tire Co
Omaha
Hamburg
Farmers Savings Bank
Mr. Miller
Frank
Miller heads to St Joseph for operation on throat
Adolph Miller travels to St Joseph Missouri on Tuesday to undergo surgery for removal of tonsils in hopes of relief from long-standing throat problems. He has faced throat trouble previously and expects the operation to ease it.
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St. Joseph
Oscar
Adolph Miller
Missouri
Mr. Miller
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AL J. Hatch
Qld
Garst-Bellus
E Thowa
Hanburg
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