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Newspaper
Hamburg Reporter
Location
Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1972
Page
1
A political commentary warns against buzzwords and media trends shaping public perception. It critiques reform language, elitism, and selective press coverage, noting living Bible revisions, religious debates, and the tone of national reporting as influencing public discourse and policy priority.
Hamburg leads Fremont County retail with 2.09 million in quarter sales earning 39,294 in state taxes. Sidney's 1.09 million in sales generated 15,725. County total sales tax receipts reach 88,923, 0.2 percent of state total, while towns like Tabor Farragut Malvern Essex Bedford and Shenandoah report varied figures.
The article outlines sewer expansion across sections costing roughly 195000 to 227900 dollars with lines from Washington park to south and an east alley route. It notes 150000 dollar margin and 832... thousand outstanding. bonds would be issued with tax assessments totaling 350 dollars per home to fund the project.
A Hamburg Chamber of Commerce effort creates a clearing house for teen summer work and for employers needing help. At Bill's TV & Appliance, phone 382-1851, teens ages 14 to 18 expressed interest in tasks from babysitting to yard work. The program runs all summer with a Rent-A-Kid style slogan.
Local Red Cross swim program begins Monday with a full schedule on page 4. A new plan to cover county expenses involves a per person fee, and special swim lessons at the Anderson school will be offered Tuesdays and Thursdays for participating students. Wading pool classes for three year olds and older begin at 10 am, with parents encouraged to bring their children and participate in related activities noted last week.
Hamburg city leaders Monday night rejected postponing franchise talks with Town Power & Light Co saying they are overloaded with business. Spaho spokesman notes they would not act until Phase 1 of a three phase improvement plan is finished. Other council members agreed.
County Auditor Leland Smith notes petitions for county offices will pick up by Friday. Clyde C Scoles seeks a fourth term as supervisor from Hamburg. Ward D Scott, Farragut Democrat, seeks his party nomination. Scott is a Shenandoah High School and ISU graduate active in local farms and community groups. Willis Lorimer, Imogene Republican, also files for supervisor. Incumbents include Auditor Leland Smith and Clack Olive Van Sant with Ambrose Doyle challenging in Imogene. The piece ends with an injury note and unclear lines.
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