Series of Bad Auto Accidents Plague Hamburg Community
A week of auto accidents in Hamburg left several injured and one man dead in a community plagued by crashes. Harve Cowles and son Bert survived severe injuries after rear ending a truck in dust near Adolph Zach and C. H. Prather homes. George Burrows died after prolonged illness. Multiple mishaps included a Tarkio car fire, a ditching incident, and a mobile wagon crash near canning factory traffic. The Rock Port Radio festival also kicks into high gear with rodeo exhibitions and auto races drawing crowds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harve Cowles
Bert
Geo. McKean
George
Adolph Zach
C. H. Prather
Burt
Rex Larson
Thomas
Cornei Bluffs
Hamburg
Cowles
Uch
Mr. Cowlear
Harve Cowlen
To Build Another Elevator at Riverton
Goon sratwars of this place expect to commence the erection of a new elevator at Riverton within the next couple of weeks. The contract has been let and the material is on the way. The new elevator will occupy the site of the one burned down over a year ago and will be modern in every way. They expect to have it completed in time to handle this year's bumper crop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverton
Curiosity Corn From Backcountry Window Display
A fragment notes a farmer presenting a sample year’s Indian corn with a distinctive outer shell andkernel coating. The rare cultivar is described as a curiosity seen in a local window display, illustrating agricultural interest in unusual crops.
Dedicate High School Building in Hamburg
On Wednesday September 16 a formal dedication of the Hamburg High School building will be held with an address by the governor of Igwi. The program is published in this issue and the public is invited to visit and participate. The new building is praised as modern and a show place reflecting the town’s striving for better education. Also reported is the opening of the Hamburg Service Station by W J Brown at FE and Park streets, promising strong business. a theft notice follows about a missing tire and wheel from W H Davey’s Ford, with the thief leaving the scene in a disorderly manner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baw Hambies
Igwi
New Gil
Hamburg
W. J. Brown
FE and
Park Streets
Tesden Motor Company
Brown
W. J. Davey
C. W. Davey
Bindred
Ford
Tim
Frank Zutz and the Dutch Melon Mix Up in Farragut
Frank Zutz, visiting Farragut, bought melons and later could not locate them in his car. He and a farmer searched vehicles with W. C. Scott and Rev. C. W. Proctor, who denied any theft. Zutz faced questions, contemplated a prank, and decided to await court actions while admitting he enjoyed the joke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yuiz
Farragut
Frank
Bua
Jaita
W. C. Scott
C. W. Proctor
Scott
Nic
Pearson
Campbell Loys
Bitte
Frank Wan
Correction Notice Corrects Misstated Names and Places
A correction amends a previous list of brothers and next of kin in the last work for Misw Iruth Notaon. It omits the name of one brother, Netson, of Gentry Arkansas, and fixes the address from Gentry to Stilwell Kansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brothare
Fintark
Notaon
Netson
Gentry
Arkansag
Aid
Stilwell
Kansas
Mrs George Bickel Dies In University Place
Mrs George Bickel died at her home in University Place on Wednesday evening after several months illness. She was born in the community to the late R C Golden and his wife and was well known in the area. Funeral services were held at the home of Mr and Mrs Cleve in the city with Rev J Vo Banay of the Methodist church in charge. Interment was at Wyuka cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Burrows
Burrowa
George Manly Burrows
Horn
Maryville
Ohio
Hamburg
Bertha Rookstool
Mary Iola
Leonart V
Mall
Heavenly Father
Christian Church
George Hickel
Nebraska City Press
George Bickel
George R. Bickel
University Place
R.C. Golden
Cleve
J. Vo Baniy
Matheiist Church
Wyuka
Atchison County Farm Ceacon 1925 preliminary report
The 1925 farm terms preliminary report for Atchison county Missouri notes 1536 farms, five more than 1920, with 15 more owned by owners. Total land 291186 acres, valued land and buildings at 648908, down from 61266585 in 1920. Census shows 7595 mules 2747 fatthe 83182 hogs. corn 9289883 bushels. wheat 345325. hay 870130 tons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atchison County
Missouri
Installation of Officers at World Wide Guild service
The newly organized World Wide Guild holds an installation of officers at the Baptist church Sunday evening. The program includes opening prayer scripture hymn and lesson with readings from Mrs. Jenne Bent and Mrs. James Winslow. Special greetings from Woman's Aid Mission Circle and Church noted by local leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Imu
World Wide Guild
Baptist Church
Risto
Mix Harold
Rimona
Sol Alin
Sol John Solo
Jenne Bent
Woman’s Aid
James Winslow
Mission Circle
Mix
Leonard Cummins
Church
Deacon R. F .Hickman
Tenudiction
Dedicator y Services at Hamburg High School Event
DEDICATORY SERVICES afternoon program with Hamburg High School features include the Wilgrims Chorus, audience seating by Metropolitan Supply, and remarks by Governor John Hamill. Highlights include "History of The Hamburg High School" by L. H. Shakey, a recessional, and selections by the High School Chorus and Orchestra.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dtelovk PH
R. PF. Hickman
Wilgrims Chorus
Ace
Board of Education
Dougher
Rich Aut Woodburn
C. C. Bickel
Jack Torment
W. A. Peck
Metropolitan Supply
Mountains
Hamburg High School
Ec'g. L. H. Shakey
Igh School
Charis
John Hamill Cornet Sato
Russell Care
G. W. Samson
Sumatee
Baptists Will Hold Evangelical Meetings in Hamburg
The Hamburg Baptist church plans a series of evangelist meetings led by pastor Staples. Music directed by Mr. and Mrs. Edward Shimer features Mrs. Shimer’s piano artistry and a notable chorus, praised by Gate City Daily as the best revival in Keokuk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamburg Baptist Church
Staples
Edward Shimer
Shimer
Gate City Dailys
First Baptist Church
Keokuk
Preparatory committees announce church events in Greenfield
The Greenfield Indiana Daily News notes preparations underway with cottage market plans and an early catechism session. Announcements are set for next Sunday at the church led by J Q Staples, senior member, as Inga begins activities.
Still Longer Corn Ears Spark Community Corn-Ever contest
Long ear contest draws entries from Hubert Holliman, Fred Miller, and others with ears up to sixteen inches. Reports praise quality and weight, noting Evergreen sweet corn and White Dent varieties. May missionary society event hosted at Mrs. Cliff Goot’s home featured a talk on missionary work and a violin solo, followed by a play and refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hubert Holliman
R. B. Blades
Fred Miller
Wright
Frank McBride Gove
Frank
James Moruluck
Bhp
Mionionary Society
Cliff Goot
Stone
Madison Township Dairy Demonstration Parade Win
Madison township farm bureau held its dairy demonstration in Farragut last Thursday drawing about 3000 crowd. A float featured Jersey cows and chickens with milk tested free from tuberculosis. The Morison township farm bureau won first prize of 10 dollars. second prize went to Madison Sunday achat. Thirty five children stood on the float labeled “Parts of Promise.”
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Farragut
Marrison Townships
Madison Township
Urey
Dows
Hoodooed Coon at Colonial shines with strong cast
Madison township farm bureau’s three act comedy A Hoodooed Coon played to strong crowds at the Colonial on Tuesday and Wednesday. Winfred Douglas starred as the lead with solid support while the colored orchestra pleased attendees. Memorial Dedication at Malvern drew many visitors from Hamburg and local Legion posts. School enrollment in the town high and grade levels is reported approaching 200.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison Township
Bureal
Colonial
Tucasday
Pivan Befe
Sae
Winfred Douglas
Alan
Malvern
Legion
Hamburg
Tanner Tillman
Frank Ureedrove
Frank Lies
Harry Mannfigh
Tenn Thorp
Tay Ackley
WLBL
Davey Font
Garratt
Changes In The Reporter Adapts To Narrower Columns
The Reporter shifts to slightly narrower columns to improve readability and reduce waste while expanding overall paper size. Editors cite higher printing costs and limited material for two extra pages, inviting reader feedback on the change and urging suggestions to improve the publication.
Explosion Hurts Banker During Prescription Incident
C J Myers a prescription clerk at Stoner street drugstore was badly burned and his right eye damaged in an explosion while filling a bottle. He was rushed to an Oritha hospital for care. Fellow townsfolk and church members plan a Sunday bake sale at the M. ie church and an all day meeting, hoping for comfort as Myers fights to recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Ie
C. J. Myers
Stoner Strug
Oritha
Mr. Myers
Ralph Stoner
Ile Tite Coul Have Easily Been Snuffed Out. Aft
Myers
Tila
Hamburg Bay Succeeds With New Yakima Fruit Plant
In Yakima Washington August 8 Hamburg Bay heir Holtzinger unveils a modern fruit packing plant with its own lighting and refrigeration. The two page spread notes Eb Holtzinger’s rise from Zillah to Yakima, his Big 2 brand, and plans for expansion amid a growing valley fruit industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yakima, Wash
Maiy
Eb Holtainger
Alate
E. P. Stacy& Sim
Minneapolis
C. M. Holtzinger
Mont
Iowan
Holtzinger
Yakima Valley
Zilleh
Yakima
St. Zillah
Tu Say
Sharon
Ruby
Second
Teletha
Holltinger
Ieee
Holtdinger
Hamburg
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James Hogan
Tarkio
Engina
Snd
Ome Ingurance van Care
Bogien
Monslay
Sonx
Mra
Bruce Fletcher
Lyme
Canning
George McKean
Havin
Gorge McKean
Anilalgo
Fletcher
Ed Smith
the Baptist Church
L. Cummins
Actona
G. M. Teal
It. O. Staples
Harold Simons
Baptiat National ‘Missionary Circle
Harald
Simone
Young Indies
Wan Gartedell
H. S. Building
Frank Zutz
Orchestra
Alter
Salo
Orelinaten
Ley
Russell Case
Tillie Barnes
Mrw. Eaton Thorp
Pena Nn Nen
Claude Caxu
Jace i Anil
Harold Martin
Stilon Selectut
Mire
Jenna Resid
Anil Auillence
Baptists
Poe
Hambur Bay
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