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Newspaper
Hamburg Reporter
Location
Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1920
Page
2
Miss Margaret Davidson hosted a Friday morning party for several young guests. A Fourth of July themed decor created a lively atmosphere and the children enjoyed games and a menu tailored to their tastes.
Locust Grove held a Saturday Fourth of July celebration at the schoolhouse with a large crowd in attendance. The event featured a program of the day and many happy reunions of old neighbors, noted as a pleasing feature of the occasion.
The editor notes few bouquets arrive, bricks being costly, yet Mrs. M. H. Harris sent the season’s first bouquet of sweet peas. The office enjoyed the thoughtful arrangement and the kind gesture, reflecting that newspaper folks appreciate flowers like others.
The Certifices of Nebraska City travel to Hamburg for a Sunday matinee at three o’clock on the Hamburg diamond. If weather prevents, the game shifts to Nebraska City. Hamburg won once this season. both teams are evenly matched and a large crowd is expected.
The Clifton Comedy company performs this week in a large tent at the Palace feed yard. The show has drawn solid crowds and praised the clever work of its members. Two young children and a well trained day get special notice for their lively acts.
W E Long of Milwaukee and By Dofefar of Denver Pittsburg Glass depart tonight for Milwaukee to inspect Patton paint works. They will stop in Chicago to see games and board a boat to Milwaukee. Long will bring fishing tackle and hopes for big catches, a reward for services recognized by the company.
A church invites worshippers to attend the second sermon titled The King and the Country on Sunday morning. Those who attended last Sunday are urged to return and bring friends. The pastor praises the strong lay response and calls for each service to be outstanding. A short illustrated talk for children will follow Sunday school.
A Day of Reunions Sunday brought many family gatherings around Hamburg. The Doll Townsend home hosted relatives for a long day marked by a big dinner and plentiful second helpings, reflecting widespread reunion festivities.
A family reunion was held at the A P Breedlove home on Sunday with a noon dinner in the woods. Attending were C D Breedlove and family of Sydney, Albert Breedlove and family of Council Bluffs, Mrs Will Rogers and family of Council Bluffs, Mgr Chas Bleou and family and R Madison of Randolph, and Mrs N A Clary and family of this place.
A new power cancelling machine has been installed at the local post office enabling rapid processing of all letters. The device operates up to the minute, stamping each item clearly as it passes through at high speed.
Hamburg residents and visitors attend family gatherings and social events across Clarke and surrounding areas. Notable mentions include Shas Medford Lignett visiting grandparents Mr and Mrs Frank Beckstead, Samuel Roberts heading to Shenandoah to see relatives, and many others enjoying picnics, anniversaries, and church events.
For sale is 136 acres with 75 in corn, 10 in timothy, balance pasture. Good improvements include a nine room house, large barn, cattle sheds, outbuildings. Includes two sets of harness, four milk cows, one horse, three wagons, and farming implements. Price 335 per acre with easy terms. Chas Haynie Community Service Store Hamburg. 3 13 11.
The Henderson children Edna Mae age 4 and Anna Marie age 2 headline the Clifton Comedy Co show. Anna Marie will appear tonight with her father Lewis Henderson in an acrobatic act as part of a big double show and pig race, drawing capacity crowds and high praise for years.
John Finnell of the Nelmler herd shipped ten Berkshire Hampshire pigs to Lincoln at the start of the week and has an order for forty more. The pigs support boys' pig club work in Nebraska, with Finnell selected to provide fifty from his renowned Hampshire herd. The Finnelh herd is regarded as among the top in the middle west, with superior bloodlines.
Champion Spark Plugs offered at 60 cents each while supplies last. Advertised by H R Grape in a brief local notice dated the 13th.
A barn owned by D. BE Findley burned Wednesday afternoon. The house was unnoticed until it was fully aflame and was burning from top to bottom when the fire company arrived. Part of the structure was saved, but little value remained. The origin is unknown as occupants were away.
Miss Hazel Warnstaff and Olen Perry married after traveling to Auburn on Tuesday with Ma and Is Floyd Van Winkle. They returned to Hamburg the same day and expect to live in Onawa where the groom works. Hamburg folks hold them in high esteem. The note ends with an ad about Vic tor records at Mirfield's for 85 cents.
Sunday services include a short address In the Upper Room and the sacrament of the Lord's Supper. Baptismal service and reception of new members follow. Evening union community service will be held in the park.
We thank friends and neighbors for kindness after the death of our beloved baby and for the beautiful floral offerings. Your kindness will never be forgotten. Myr. and Mrs. W. B. Foster.
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