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Newspaper

Hamburg Reporter

Location

Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1919

Page

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Minnewaska Club Hosts Picnic and Reception

Friday evening the Minnewaska club and guests held a picnic supper at the Austin home east of town. Men offered farming pointers while women discussed plans for farmer's wives. On Tuesday a reception at Cliff Good’s home honored Mrs. T. B. Evans as she prepares to move to Waterloo.

Minnewaska Club Tit Austin Sib Cliff Good C. W. Good Fred Will Sara Toedt T. B. Evans

Notorious Nick May Faces Assault Charge in Rock Port

Nick May, a long time Rock Port resident, is jailed after drunken assaults on his wife and property damage. Weeks earlier he allegedly beat his wife, broke furniture, and killed many chickens. While on bond he again drank, repeating similar acts and attempted self harm with a pen knife, sending him to a hospital in critical condition named Joe.

Nick May Rock’ Portia May Rock Port Joe

A Hamburg Bride Weds in New Hampton Home

Mrs Ruby Radda and H A Statton unite in marriage at his New Hampton Iowa home. The couple are well known locally with Statton formerly Bell local manager and recently return from France. The bride has long made Hamburg her home and is popular with residents. Congratulations are offered.

Radda Statton Ruby Radda H. A. Statton New Hampton Iowa France Hamburg

Homecoming of Leonard Mabbitt from France and Germany

Leonard Mabbitt arrived home Monday after months in France and Germany. He saw considerable active service and received two wounds a machine gun bullet through the leg above the knee and a shrapnel wound in the ankle. He was stationed at Hamburg Germany and prefers his current posting.

France Leonard Mabbitt Germany Leonard Hamburg

88th Division Arrives on East Coast Homeward Move

The 88th division arrived on the east coast late last week and part of the unit has reached Des Moines. It is expected all will be home by Saturday with plans for a big reception in Des Moines. Hamburg reports several men in the group and they are expected home soon.

Des Moines Hamburg

Skating Rink Plans Open in Hamburg by Baldwin Park

Herbert and Hubert Trudeau anticipate opening a skating rink on Baldwin park grounds in Hamburg with a large tent already ordered. The brothers expect strong business as roller skating remains popular in the area.

Herbert Hubert Trudeau Hamburg Baldwin Park

Body of Ralph Story Brought for Burial in Sidney

Body of Ralph Story who died in Laton Kansas arrived in Hamburg Monday and was taken to Sidney for burial. Story lived for many years between Riverton and Sidney and was well known in the county.

Kansas Ralph Story Laton Hamburg Sidney

Thurman man survives with 83000 volts shock

B E Burson of Thurman received 83000 volts of electricity while throwing a switch at a transformer about three miles from Thurman. He fell twelve feet, badly burned on arms and hands, bruised from the impact, and was briefly deemed dead by companions before life signs returned. It was noted the shock exceeded lethal levels by about 10000 volts, marking a narrow escape.

E.burson Thurman Burson

New Pastor Arrives at Hamburg Presbyterian Church

Rev. W. J. Mitchell has arrived as pastor of the Hamburg Presbyterian church after being invited by the congregation. Previously located in Morrill Nebraska, he was offered the call and has accepted, with high recommendations as both pastor and citizen. The community welcomes him to his new field.

W. J.mitchell Hamburg

Decoration Day Observed in Hamburg with Band Music

Decoration Day was observed in Hamburg last Friday with A A Walburn in charge and a flower committee providing flowers despite a backward spring. The Hamburg band played at City Hall then at the cemetery before an address by W T Davidson and remarks by A A Walburn.

Hamburg A. A. Walburn H. G. “Dinsmore W. T. Davidson

Quiet home wedding unites Leah Ackley and Lester Robinson

Leah Ackley and Lester Robinson wed at the Ackley home on Sunday afternoon with A. A. Walburn officiating. Leah, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ackley, and Lester, son of Mrs. R. Robinson, begin housekeeping in the Myrtle Hages property in south Hamburg. Lester recently left the army and works in the Model grocery department. Congratulations are extended.

Frank Ackley Leah Lester Robinson A. A. Walburn R. Robinson The Model Myrtle Hages Hamburg

Hamburg barber families relocate to Denver

Dr. H Hays has disposed of his holdings in Hamburg and moves this week to Denver Colorado where he has been located for some time. Cy Wingate and Lawrence McBride shipped their household goods in the Hays car for Denver and expect to live there. The families depart at once while the boys remain to dispose of their barber shop. We wish them success in their new location.

Colorado H. Hays Hamburg Denver Colo Cy Wingate Lawrence McBride Hays

Loyal Cafe Installs Orchestra Organ for Music in Air

Loyal Cafe unveils an orchestra organ by Loyal W. Q. Thorp, described as a wonderful instrument that plays full orchestra versions of late selections, promising music in the air around the Loyal.

W. Q. Thorp Loyal Cafe Loyal

Scout meeting at Baptist church for parade drill

The Boy Scouts three patrols will meet tonight at the Baptist church to begin drill work for parade formations. All scouts are urged to attend.

Baptist Church

We Would Say Flowers Brighten Reporter Office Visit

The Henry Feild Seed Company of Shenandoah sent Wednesday afternoon a gift of flowers to the Reporter office. Eldridge and Vincent praised the blooms as the best seen, urging kindness over mere ornament. They headed to Fayette, Mississippi, where the company recently bought another sorghum mill.

Henry Feild Seed Company Shensndoah Eldridge E. J. Vincent Hamburg Mr. Eldridge Mr. Vincent Fayette Mississippi

W. C. T. U. Holds Farewell Reception

The W. C. T. U. held a farewell reception at Mrs. Fred Aldrichs home on Tuesday afternoon for Mesdames Wingate McBride and Hayes who will soon move to Denver. The active members were honored with a musical program followed by refreshments.

Fred Aldrich W. ©. Wingate Lawrence McBride H. Hayes Denver

Loné Chapel Plans Sunday Children’s Day and Convention

Loné Chapel will host Children’s Day Sunday with the annual Sunday school convention and exercises. The program promises notable features and Brent plans commentary, inviting readers to attend after church.

Loné Chapel Lone Chapel Prgram Brent

Library Opening Sunday Celebration

The formal opening of the new public library will be held Sunday afternoon with public invitation. A program at 8:30 includes vocal and violin solos by Miss Fae Davis Miss Ruth O Neale and Wardine Good. Miss Julia Robinson secretary of the State Library Commission will give the address. After the reception attendees may inspect the library.

The Christian Church Fae Davis Voilin Ruth O'Neal Wardine Good Julia Robinson Secetary State Library Commission

Odd Fellow elects officers at Monday meeting

At the Odd Fellows meeting Monday evening Frank Ackley was elected Noble Grand and Alfred Breedlove Vice Grand.

Odd Fellow Order Frank Ackley Alfred Breedlove

Lone Chapel Children’s Day Program Recital List

A fragmented program from Lone Chapel features songs, recitations, and exercises by a string of children. Performers include Pauline Heas, Halla Houts, Cleo Wetsall, Lulu Murry, and Verna Guhser among others with pieces such as King of Kings and Our Flag.

Pauline Heas Cleo Wetsall Helen Trudeau Clayton Hess Rieeteagdaden Eeaet Lulu Murry Donald Wetsall Edna and Olive Evickaon Richard Finnell Irene Zuck Verna Guhser Charleen Houts Sunshine

Lad Hurts Hand In Omaha Trip Leads Family to City

Dr Ralph Lovelady rushed to Omaha Saturday night with Mr and Mrs John James and their seven year old son after a pul ly accident near Farragut. The boy’s hand sustained severe lacerations with fingers at risk. Dr Dwyer amputated one finger and may remove another. mother stays with him as he remains in Omaha.

Ralph Lovelady Omaha John James Farragut Dwyer Sidney Argus

Birthday Surprise For Jake Maupin At Neighborhood Feast

Jake Maupin received an unforgettable birthday surprise as friends and neighbors gathered Sunday with baskets of foods for a feast fit for a king. The celebration, filled with cheer, will be remembered by all who attended.

Jake Maupin Jake Tony

Juvenile Fraternal Society forms child led group in Hamburg

Hamburg reports the creation of a new fraternal unit composed entirely of children. Twenty five youngsters were organized Wednesday evening by Mrs A J Enbody district manager of the Knights and Ladies of Security. The article lists officers and notes supervision by Mrs Glen Robb.

Hamburg A. J. Enbody Knights & Ladies’ of Security United “States Gouncil Melbourne Jones Hal Carder Cecil Lang Tunis

Property Changes Mark Hamburg Upgrade Momentum

Hamburg property markets show notable activity with major deals. The Jim Pryor block sold to L A Forsyth stands as one of the town’s largest transactions and valued rental property. Dr EL Hays sold his Main street building to SG Rees who has not announced future use. Charles Hatch plans to move by December first after selling his home to Gabriel Moore of High Creek. he expects to rebuild.

Hamburg Jim Pryor L. A. Forsyth EL Hays Main SG. Rees Rees Charles Hatch Gabries Moore High Creek Hatch

New Vault Access Opens Beneath Merchants Exchange Bank

A new stairway was constructed this week connecting the bank room to the lower vault. The remodel added a lower storage vault, previously accessed through the basement, and the new layout will provide convenient access for bank operations and storage.

Merchants, Exchange Bank

Directors Meeting in Fayette Highlights College Growth

In Fayette Missouri, M. M. Payne attends the Howard Payne college directors meeting. The popular institution reports another successful year with strong prospects for next year as capacity is nearing full.

Fayette, Mo Howard-Payne College M. M. Payne Mers

Who is John H. Phillips in last Friday's honor roll

The inquiry asks for the identity of John H. Phillips listed as slightly wounded under Hamburg Iowa in the honor roll. The source notes the man could not be located as from Hamburg and seeks to confirm who he is.

John H. Phillips Hamburg Iowa

Tabor Beacon Sold After Owner's Ill Health

W C McClintock, longtime owner and publisher, has sold the Tabor Beacon due to poor health. Tahor businessmen formed a corporation to buy the paper and seek a new business manager and editor. The community regrets McClintock's departure and wishes him a suitable new path.

W. C. McClintock Tabor Tahor Brother McClintock

Married Wednesday in Shenandoah Wedding of Ruth Widney and Herbert Coy

Ruth Widney and Dr. Herbert D. Coy were married Wednesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Widney in Shenandoah. The ceremony was by Rev. A. S. Woodward with close relatives present. The Bride, a former Hamburg teacher, is active in social circles while the groom, a dentist, has built a busy practice and serves on the city council. They will reside in the Patti Me Bridé house and are to be at home after July first.

W. A. Widney Shenandoah Ruth Herbert D. Coy A. S. Woodward Methodist Church of Hamburg Patti Me

Dubinskeys Coming to Hamburg in Large Tent Show

The Dubinsky Brothers Stock Company will perform nightly next week in a large tent at Baldwin's Park Hamburg. They are well known locally for high class shows and consistent audience appeal. See another part of this issue for their advertisement.

Dubinskey’s Dubinsky Bros’ Stock Company Hamburg Baldwin's Park

Memorial Services Postponed At Mt Zion

Memorial exercises at Mt Zion were postponed due to bad weather and will be held the coming Sunday afternoon with the same program and speakers.

Mt. Zion

Brumback Returns Home After Year Away Birthday Milestone

H. F. Brumback came back this week to his former home in Luray Virginia after a year away. He celebrated his 90th birthday this week and appears to be growing younger with age.

H. F. Brumback Luray Brumback

Children's Day Program At Baptist Church Sunday Evening

A Children's Day program will be given at the Baptist church on Sunday evening. The program is going to be a good one, and all have been practicing hard for the past two weeks.

The Baptist Church

Miss Fugitt to Wed in Omaha Plans

Sunday papers announce the approaching marriage of Margret Fugitt, well known locally, to Hubert Askew, a young businessman of Omaha, detailing the forthcoming ceremony and social notes.

Omaha

Nova Ward and Birdie Reecer Wed in Omaha Ceremony

Relatives and friends announce the marriage of Nova Ward to Birdie Reecer in Omaha. The couple’s vows were followed by warm congratulations from family and acquaintances.

Ward Nova Ward Birdie Reecer Omaha

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Minnewaskas Van Ww. Cc. T. U Juvenile Fraternal Society Odd Fellows Memorial Odd Fellow Miss Fugitt
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