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Newspaper
Hamburg Reporter
Location
Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1942
Page
4
National Flag Day observations and early displays are noted with references to the first salutes and flag history. The piece highlights the evolution of the U S flag, mentions John Paul Jones and early naval uses, and recalls the Ranger voyage in 1777.
Mere Pred Workman of Glenwad a conservation officer on the state board attended park board business at Waubonsie shore and Wanbansie. He is regarded as highly qualified to set a record. The state park near Trainblire is a popular picnic area in this region and Waubonsle park was highlighted in a feature on park and reject places in this section with pictures shown.
A state highway department machine travels through Atchison Nodaway and Holt counties gathering nails and scrap metal from roadways. The apparatus collected heavy metal fragments while operating over several weeks, with workers and local details noted in an unpolished report.
The Gur Potire Court Hospital Notes fragment lists numerous individuals, dates, and places in a jumbled telegraphic style. It mentions trials, arrests, meals, and social events with various names such as Bayne, Miro Rynlyay Ball, Dr. Surg, and Mrs. Notte Huver, amid a chaotic ledger of dates and activities.
The paper unveils a two color single wrap list illustration featuring Uncle Sam in blue text with a large red V for victory and the slogan Buy a Bond Today. The redesign honors war bond sales and credits Owen for plate work and staff pride in the patriotic wrapper.
Uncle Sam seeks $4 from motorists for a new automatic stamp issued by Postmaster Howard Colon. Stamps go on sale this week at the local office and eager buyers display them on windshields. Internal Revenue Commissioner Guy T Helvering says buyers must show the stamp when gas runs low to prove payment. The stamp covers the fiscal year starting July 1 replacing the February 1 issue.
The large north room at the Medford Furniture Store was redecorated last week with repapering and repainting. The chosen paper pattern and paint make the room appear larger and brighter, completed without removing furniture during work, and business continued as renovations proceeded.
Travis a former Tambure resident and World War One veteran is a candidate for commander of the Shenandoah post of the American Legion. His opponent is Everett Griges. Travis has lived in Shenandoah for years and worked with the government re employment office. He is active in the Legion and suited to command. The High Creek cemetery association dinner will be held Sunday June 2 at the High Greek church with a large crowd expected. attendees are asked to bring food.
Madison notes Mrs Earl Morgan hosted the Weurer's Society of Christian Service at her home on Thursday afternoon with a large turnout. They planned a food sale at One 192 Nies store on Saturday June 20. Miss Kay Harvey of Omaha visited her grandparents, with other family updates and local visits throughout the week.
An assortment of jumbled names and phrases mentions Mrs Ve Terreny, Troy, Kin vob Herren, Mic Hthel Wulf, Marie, Carnie, Martin, Wellinitun, and Sarah Caines. References to a Wednesday note, a travel or visit context, and a relative Taweva arise, but details are unclear due to garbled text.
Misses Dorothy and Alice Lels nan and Mrs Harry Gushard attended a Red Cross meeting in Shengadoal Monday night. The Watson band directed by Ruth Beal played in Rock Port in honor of the soldiers. Twenty nine men left For Leonard Wood that morning. The Watson alumni banquet at the school house featured a Life course dinner and speeches by Watrep Morgan, Ray Lessman and Jeannette Carder.
Local residents and families are listed as helping with hay, visiting relatives, and attending a Sunny Home Makers club meeting. Names include Rubert Jaeckel, Misa Dorothy Brown, Ee est Brow, Inez, Mrs. Chas Scheel, Mrs. Caro line Bebeek, and others. Several trips and visits to nearby towns are noted, with conversations about work, family, and social gatherings.
A resident sought relief from long illness with sulphur baths at the Springs. Doctors now fear a possible amputation as one foot shows infection but efforts to save the limb continue. Many friends in the community await news as Hop jogne hopes for Mt Washington picnic success. Also reported are visits among neighbors, travel to Omaha for horse and mule sale, and a bicycle pony trade, reflecting small town exchanges and daily life.
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