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Newspaper
Hamburg Reporter
Location
Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1909
Page
5
A dispute over a land claim held by Charles Combe’s daughter led to a fatal ambush in Benkelman Nebraska. The case involved a long contested strip farmed by Combe, with a government land inspector ruling in his favor before he was shot. Local notices mention other varied town happenings, including sales, visits, and upcoming performances.
Informants say those favoring the southern route have altered plans and will focus work on the Pritchara road instead of the bluff road. The new route is shorter and, when properly graded, will provide better service for daily travel.
Bruce Vichaia and Roy Foster clashed on Saturday night leading to a melee. Foster sustained serious but not life threatening injuries and was treated by Dr Murchison. McKosin was jailed until Sunday afternoon on bond. Foster is recovering and expected to resume duties soon.
Auction of fifteen acres east of the fair grounds belonging to the fair association took place last Saturday afternoon. Only two bids were made as few visitors appeared or cared to speculate. The land was bought by Messrs Jabies Byles and Ti M. Whittien for 175 per acre, with bidders ready to bid higher if more interest had been shown.
Community events list several fairs and gatherings including Woodman picnic in Randolph on August 4, Rockport lectures August 19 to 26, Rockport Fair August 3 to 6, Shenandoah Fair August 9 to 13, Chautauqua at Shenandoah August 24 to September 1, Veterans Reunion in Sidney August 17 to 20, and Riverton Reunion August 24 to 97.
An old description defines the automobile as a large iron and rubber contrivance that turns gasoline into speed luxury excitement and obituaries. It describes a padded carriage body on fat tires housing machinery and a “gizzard” of gears. It claims speeds up to 100 miles per hour and a cost of 1000 dollars a minute, carrying seven people to notable destinations.
Local note states H. J. Schaub Co will pay market price for early apples at Hamburg starting August 1. Daily life items include a family visit by Ernest Askey and wife to Mrs Askeys parents and relatives, plus the Mills Fremont and Pottawattamie counties old settlers annual picnic at Glenwood on August 26. Also news of J. Baker of Palmyra Neb visiting family, and local sale ad offering men’s shoes at reduced prices.
Frederick district resident and former German transformative preacher Charles Piper died at his home after long rheumatism and age related illness. Born in Germany, he belonged to the German Methodist Church and led a steadfast Christian life. The funeral, Friday at 10 a.m., was conducted by Rev. J. E. Matheny of Randolph.
Carl Fritz Pritz dies at home Wednesday morning. W J Bryan visited Hamburg en route to Sidney chautauqua. Locust Grove farmer Jim McQueen narrates a horn incident with a calf. Mrs Strong and daughters visit relatives in Nebraska and Missouri. Grandpa Kelly improves. Leonard Cummins fills in at DeFreeses Meat Market. Olney Music Co offers souvenirs Aug 9. Latter Day Saints prepare for Walnut Park camp meeting Aug 23 for two weeks. For sale my Argyle Street residence and 8 acres adjoining S M Grim.
Sergeant William Patterson of the 17th U S Infantry will report to Fort Leavenworth for a several weeks training course as a state militia instructor. He has met with the militia of Mississippi and is spending time with his wife and inlaws before departing for duty.
Reports cite Olney Music Co opening in Hamburg at Millard Hotel with a barge of pianos for business. Nearby items note J W Wanamaker and wife visiting son Dr Wanamaker, and Tabor College appointing Edwin Olt to history and economics chairs amid sickness.
Union pastors report consensus to begin a five week evangelistic series led by Rev. Coach and his son from Galesburg Illinois. Musician paid by a weekly stipend, speaker to receive a free will offering. Other city churches plan to join in praying and promoting the revival to engage business and young men in a return to religious principles. Local officials and residents express encouragement and unity as preparations continue.
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