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Newspaper
Hamburg Reporter
Location
Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1919
Page
2
France faces a severe glass shortage with about half a million panes destroyed and towns using thin substitutes fed by yard sale. Supplies are disrupted as shipments from this country begin arriving to aid the rebuilding. The British Guardian reports French households endure cold winters with limited light due to shattered windows.
In a playful scene, George tells Evelyn he will ask her father for her hand tomorrow, confessing he must do it as part of an election bet he lost. Evelyn expresses relief and encouragement, noting his courage.
A Los Angeles Times item notes American sailors stationed in Constantinople taking Turkish wives without scruples, comparing attitudes to Germans, and suggesting a forthcoming policy from Secretary Daniels on American sailors taking Mahometan wives.
A wife comments on the fashion of placing a large clock at the head of the stairs while her husband argues against it, noting she will inform him of the time whenever he comes home. The exchange reveals domestic humor about home decor and daily routines.
In a Pulhman ticket office scene two men argue over railroad statistics. One insists he is honest about the railroad problem, while the other cuts in, saying his concern is berth rates. The dialogue reflects mundane urban chatter on rail travel costs.
In a small town scene Vane guards the newborn sister while a neighbor asks for a name. Jane says no decision yet and they are simply calling her by an informal placeholder until they choose a proper name. The exchange captures quiet family suspense amid community interest.
Fragment from a dialect-rich reminiscence describes gas fires on streets and markets with live animals replaced by cold storage, noting crowds and animal drives on John Street Cincinnati. An old negro recalls a mule story about ownership and a driver’s refusal to part with the prized beast.
Reggy describes taking his first dancing lesson for two hours and a half of the time on his partner’s feet. Peggy reacts with gracious praise and remarks on the fatigue of standing. The exchange captures a lighthearted moment about beginners learning dancing.
The article notes President Wilson has been frugal with White House spending since taking office. Last year state parlors walls were repapered with the same wallpaper design as before. Blue chamber wallpaper, rugs, lace curtains, and reupholstered furniture update the first floor, giving a more attractive appearance.
A doctor tells his wife he saved a patient in a critical case. She responds with sarcasm, lamenting that if she had known him earlier her first husband Robert might have been saved. The exchange reveals dark humor about love and regret.
An exuberant citizen voices joy for spring and singing. A gloomy friend retorts with a sharp rebuke. The exchange ends with a quip about leaving well enough alone.
A flirtatious exchange from a Boston Transcript snippet shows a bashful suitor admitting self-doubt about marrying, while the woman retorts with sharp wit about his worth and her parents. The fragment conveys social banter and matrimonial humor.
A four mile from Thurman auto wreck left Mr and Mrs Ogden and their baby with only bruises as their daughter, riding in the back seat, opened a door and ran for help after the car toppled in muddy roads. The rescue was aided by her quick thinking and the car later continued.
Rev Lynn G J Kelly, recently acquitted on an axe murder charge in Montgomery, now proposes to raise funds from the people of Montgomery to cover his prosecution costs. Red Oak papers note interest from prominent attorneys in the case, while the final outcome remains uncertain.
The infant child of Mr and Mrs Oscar Bliss had a narrow escape when a table cover pulled a burning lamp into the baby buggy. Parents smothered the flames quickly to prevent serious injury. Mrs Bliss struck her head while seeking another light, cutting it badly. Lost: a bunch of keys and a small purse. Finder please leave at this office.
Minnows for sale advertised by Shiffley Beam with a call to contact at the first house over the hills from the school house Ma
Mrs A J Enbedy of Council Bluffs arrived Wednesday to oversee Knights and Ladies order activities as district manager. R R Fields and children and Mrs Mabel Green attended a family dinner in Mound City on Sunday. Mrs Albert Breedlove of Council Bluffs visits relatives here. Russel Lockett from near Payne stays with grandmother Mrs NS Clary this week. Mrs B G Franklin and Mrs E B Reeves drove to Shenandoah for ideas to improve the local Baptist church basement.
Pat Aloyria notes better preparedness to fill orders for summer flowers including Madonne lilies sweet peas blue delphiniums roses pansies and gypsophila. The Flower Shop will not stay open this summer but will function as a work room for garden and hot house flowers table decorations and funeral designs with orders to be phoned to the residence. Sara Toedt offers printing services at the Reporter office.
In York county a convention faced a moral element opposing George, a versatile tradesman known for poker. He rose and admitted poker skills, asking all who play to vote for him for county commissioner, hoping for a record majority. The tale, recounted by Lewiston Evening Journal.
Five room house offered for sale with bath and furnace and electric light. Inquire of Wm London for details and terms.
Buick roadster from 1919 model offered for sale with inquiry directed to the Reporter office. The short notice notes contact via the newspaper office for more details or arrangements.
Seed corn for sale listed by H. A. Noble Seed and Grain Company. The notice invites readers to visit the Reporter office to inquire about late planting stock.
W R Richardson of Hamburg Iowa invites inquiries about renting space or room for up to eight head of cattle. Contact phone number 10F3 for details and arrangement.
Tomato and sweet potato plants offered for sale by Riverside Canning Co. Seed for pumpkin is provided free with purchases.
A man declares he will not be responsible for any debts contracted by his wife Ora Weste Shuey after she left the home. The notice specifies personal separation and withdrawal of financial responsibility.
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