Mrs W 5 Opelt Dies Early Friday Morning
Mrs W 5 Opelt dies Friday morning after a hospital stay following surgery in Hamburg. She was active in Brownville public schools and church activities. Survived by husband W S Opelt two sons Lowell and Jack her parents Mr and Mrs William Spittler and several siblings. Funeral services held at M B church with Rev Kirkendall officiating. Burial in Hamburg cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spelt
Abe
Theira Hazel
William Spittler
Sidney
Town
March
Ips
Nwar
Hambury
Hamby
Brownville
Nebraska
Stanley Opelt
Lowell
Jack
Opelt
Hanfourg
Helen
William Spittter
Dean Spittler
Ulaplace
Frank Johnson
Birehn, Inne
Ed Opelt
Jossph Pullman
Tad Onitner
M. B
Kirkendall
Bamburg
Group photo of news men from Hoover era identified
A Monday office submission shows a group portrait of newspaper men from the Hoover era. Names include O. N. Marvin, Shenandoah. Stover, Woodbine. Roy Stacy, Guthrie Center. Harvey Hows Sidney. Chas Kolby. W. T. Davidson. and others. Attire described as dated with some wearing peg lope pants, suggesting the 1930s style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Rawiwon
Hoover Rome
Westem
Editoria
Mameintimn
Bluek
Ural
van Laken
Tony
Chuck
Mth
Sli Inghe
Busines
O. N. Marevin
Shenandean
BA. Stover
Woodbine
Roy Stacy
Guthris Center
Harvey Hows
Sidney
Chas
Kolby
We T
Davidson
al- A
Ime
Gilden
Fred W. . Burg
Bix
Kamel
A. L. Holmes
Quake Reports Reach Wellington and Nearby Towns
A.W. Brown and Miz Hab Mazin recount quake experiences in California, staying in Huntington Park as the town shook. News notes Steve Green’s death recall and Ward E. Richards reports from Banta Ana. Nebraska City couple and others share distant tremor observations. Red Grass area residents assist in aftermath. widespread aftershocks felt forty to fifty miles away.
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A.W. Brown
Wellington
Kannas
News 10
Miz
Hab Mazin
California
Huntington Park
Tin Geath
Steve” Green
Ward
E. E. Richards
Banta Ana
Mtr
Mark James
Nebraska City
Montrevin
Ihab
Anspaca Official Discusses Winds and Weather Plans
Anspaca authorities discuss wind monitoring and a planned site visit about three weeks ahead. The report notes a cool morning and a refugee family near the yard as residents observe weather impacts and related routines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mariname Tesys Uiry
Hatkey
Anxpachbia
Bowen
Pass Light Ordinance and New City Rates
The city council passes a light ordinance and announces new electric light rates claiming about thirty percent savings on bills. The regular rate procedure remains, with requests for adjustments in some cases. A hardware firm, T. Propp Implement Co., opens near Hotel Loyal selling John Deere farm tools and hardware.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betty
T. Propp
Ds Hardware Co
Jras
Loyal
John Dee
T. Prong
City Election Monday Open Polling for Mayor and Council
Voters will choose the mayor and council on Monday with polling places at Frat Ward Church city hall and Parson’s stores. The People’s ticket led by Dane P Long runs against opponents as they urge residents to study the candidates and vote for those who will handle city business over the next two years amid moral and social issues.
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Parpon
Ators
Dane P Long
Coming to the Colonial two-night film program
Two lecture nights at the Colonial feature The Mob of Gangsters and No Other Woman with stars King Boyd Gales Wilson and Irene Dunn reviews promise strong drama. A second bill includes Hob Pepper with Erle Lawn Vales and Brondel plus Newsreel and short A Voice From the Vatican.
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Adierjea
Bui Boyd
Chick Gales
Dorothy Wilson
Jim
Rho
Colona Anu Ves
Irene Dunn
Charles
Blekmed
Gwill
Andre Andierin Linnam
Ming
Avery
Erlemant Lawn
Tine Veles
Victor Mex Exglen
KL Brondel
Brawal Truex
Morel
Doctor Kerrs Sudden Collapse At OmaI Sunday
A fragmented report describes Dr Kerr collapsing after entering a door on Sunday in Omaha. Details are unclear due to garbled text but indicate a fall or fainting incident during the visit, with mentions of a root event and subsequent medical attention and recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Korr
Omal
Kerr
Bartley Geta Sentenced for Killing Son in 25 Years
Bartley Geta was found guilty of second degree murder in county court for shooting and killing his son on January 6 in the High Cresk neighborhood. The jury sentenced him to 25 years in the state penitentiary. Prosecution showed the gun had a safety device engaged, supporting the accidental discharge defense challenged by the state. The Bartleys had lived in Trumburg for years amid family tensions and alleged abuse prior to the incident.
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Entiat Bartley
High Cresk
Nelarberhood
Loz Mullins
Krigger
Willy Mich
Trix
Bartley
Bert
Chicken Takes Joy Ride Across the Countryside
A humorous tale from Watson neighborhood describes a hen named Biddy perched on a truck rod during a hog haul. Will Ellison drove about two hundred miles to St Joseph with hogs. the hen rode unmolested, then returned home to her perch atop the shed.
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Juab Sek Dung
Prom Wats
Cumes
Corm
Will Ellison
Watson
St. Josephone Wight
Old Bayonet Found on Local Farm Sparks War-Era Speculation
A farmer found an old bayonet on his property and wonders if it could be from a Civil War or Hussar period battlefield. The instrument’s age is unclear, and the owner notes no definite marks or identification.
Behind the Scenes at the Sub-district Music Contest
Report on last week’s sub-district music contest detailing volunteers, committees, and operations. Mentions organizers Clyde Hamilton Tom Williams Haren L. Martin and numerous student helpers ensuring stage, judging, seating, and security functions ran smoothly.
Glee Club Concert Planned by Nebraska City Group
A free performance by a Missouri Valley men’s choir from Nebraska City will be held Thursday evening March 30 at the city hall auditorium. Admission is 15 cents with a freewill offering to help cover costs. aim is to boost local music and civic cooperation with Hamburg clubs and river communities. The group has performed in nearby towns for several years and plans to return if invited by the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mena N-C
Nebraska
Gily
Fen Scadol Wudl Nurthim
Nebraska City
Barn Fire Destroys A Mhtohthar Plane Dairned
A barn on the A I Mehtottharer property burned to the ground Sunday evening. The roof collapsed, and nothing was saved, including a horse and harness. Firefighters worked for over an hour before bringing the blaze under control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wink Corrie
Hauer
Willian
Fire at Modern Cleanerk Details Limited Damage
A fire at Modern Cleanerk caused minor damage limited to a cabinet area. The malfunctioning machinery remained the main issue, with no significant harm reported to people or other equipment. Authorities noted the incident did not spread beyond the targeted section.
Gardening Help Wanted For Welfare Garden Drive
A local appeal seeks volunteers and space to grow food for the poor this summer and winter. Contact Fred Nies or Ruby Beasley to assist with clothing drives and other relief efforts as the movement gathers support amid scattered notes on travel and world tours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellare
Fred Nies
Ruby Beasley
Town State Bank Reopens After Banking Holiday
The Town State Bank resumes full service after a federal banking holiday. The first day deposits reach 861.08 with many new accounts opened and customers returning to regular transactions. Community leaders praise stability, staff competence, and government support in sustaining local finance.
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Thane Ang
Lie Street
Joon
Blale Dank
United States
Tiree Lint Aihe
Moposiia
Lye
Wamburg
Bething
Hamburg
Hanbury
Music Contest Draws Big Crowds in Hamburg
The two day district music contest in Hamburg drew large crowds and strong entries from area schools. Judges praised the well run event, noting high quality performances by groups led by Mrs. A. M. Belk and instructors Albert IvYenslrigh and staff. Winners included standout vocal and piano performances from numerous contestants such as Miss Alice Austie and Albert Sievers, with top honors awarded across multiple categories.
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Hamburg
Ite
Hanis
Tina Wits
Lee Langer
A. M. Belk
Alice Austie
Teara
Ray Chuag
Albert Iv Yenslrigh
L Context
Siperior Vathwich
Clively Mirwan
Albert Sievers
Nebraska
Usb
Carson Barbara Workman
Henwood
Physis Ley Tre
Mucyslonte
Virkia IL Red Oak
M. Haywood
Carsony Katheynex
Folie
Rupertor van Miller
Shenandoah
C. Relfel
Jtud Oak
Spilny Baxnall
Clarinda
Rachet Deanson
Glenwaor
salo—Superiting
eKdemond Motley
Excelent
Wiliam Mooney
Shiendeah Basapoli
Randolph
Merle Strom
Shenandowhy
Red UK College
Sprdayg Atelierrons
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Mariley
The
Colonial
Bartley Geta
Iomaiclean
Bainbure
Clyde Hamilton
Tom Wilms
Haren L. Maretin
Ells Boldra
Ben Givens
Thorp
Snupt
Albert D
Tenaliah
Fr. Johnson
A. M. Selk
Katherine Miene
Charley Breedise
Ale —Mias Auste Lewis
Bothy Harrow
Marguerite Zieh
Verna Mayoase
Ruby Taker
Vera Baler
Alma Brown
Verna Parker
Frances Migood
Viola Moore
Tich Pilagers Ald
Borathy Callebl
Mica
Lulu Weal
Mina Foye Jotes
Albert D. Henzleigh
Moustait
Miss Rath Wanamaker
Chairan
Ceck Room
Mis Tha Loriner
Shairman
Eecomiics
Gtrla
Ialn
Mya
Lean Thorn
Gen Given
Usher
Toral Lark Venley
Gaages
Pyallee
Tom Wwilliams
Hazait Marti
Ells Dokirn
Bow Gloves
Glee Club
Wade Sperry
Mutfla Wind
Polley Julies
Todd
Nebraska City Hany
Honnivwhirce
Young Brophy Treaieant
Youn
Pai
Oma
Iattitiey
Ieternann
Eiedp Pkowera
Albert
Arthur Brevletsky
Vatu
Wi Musi
Evelyn Ali
Boon
Mambure Hospital
Trimet Cornet
Yalis
Tencaleny
Harry Jmloh
Malverns
Moya Pohenis Amery
Robert Hipwell
Bec
Sram
Pesanduals
Genarshay Exeelienk Calljt— Paberk
Paul Boslfard
Thon
Soin
Rcelene Paling
Mar
Vin Pelirsisty
Wolfe C Hove
Mir
Amyle
David Sfulla van Teades
Ghitiens
Mra
G. W. Choo
G. Poye
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