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Newspaper
Hamburg Reporter
Location
Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1925
Page
5
The Reporter hosts a corn contest ending in multiple ties. Pred Miller and Hubert Hulliman tie for longest ear at sixteen inches. John Wing and Dov Sportsman also win for large ears. M T Garrett sends an unusually long fifteen inch ear. Prizes include one year subscriptions.
Word from song evangelist Mr Shimer and Mrs Shimer promises revival at Hamburg church. Pastor Stapled announces a week of sermons on sin salvation and divine signs with daily services 7 28 PM. Locals host a banquet and reception for visitors and teachers with readings and magic acts.
A local gathering described as a special moutinie of the jaconte Vila convened at Sidney ar Mone ay, listing attendees including We Be Mann, Lets, Carroll, Ay Blivarohs, Clyde Winher, Vivien Sinne, and Chavile Gwe among others, with names and roles partially garbled. The event notes mention Teele and Tho Wy Wellington and references to multiple factions and participants.
Fremont County announces Noachorn Taatidate to be held for two days this Thursday and Friday. A wool procure project is planned with hopes to provide work and a chance for residents to earn income locally.
The local high school football team, guided by Coach Camp, opens the season Friday in Hamburg. The squad, featuring new players, aims to show progress and earn support from the community. A Baptist Association gathering in Emerson is noted with addresses and banquets for attendees. The Hamburg Study Club met to plan the Chautauqua course after last year’s study on Farone. the October meeting was canceled due to the district convention of Federated Chambers.
O J Lang purchased the Pop Factory Building and residence formerly tied to John Beck's estate. The deal, finalized after a dispute last week, shows Lang’s expanding business operations and signals demand for industrial sites in Hambure.
Oklahoma report notes Nick Gubser of Tulsa and relatives visiting, including sister Mrs Z J Koup and brothers Henry and Will Gubser. They plan to return home after visiting oil district as Mr Gubser, longtime Oklahoma judge, is remembered as a prominent citizen. The article highlights his ties to the region and hopes for local oil development.
The Auxiliary of the American Legion plans a new Ariuking fountain to replace the old one in the city park. The outmoded fountain has stood for many years and faced wear in recent times. Officials hope the replacement will strengthen community spirit and support lawn care programs in the area.
Fragmentary notice notes a gathering or meeting at a local venue on a Wednesday afternoon. Mentions fines and tunes, with garbled phrases about fair works and refusals. Names appear indecipherable. details incomplete.
Charlie Chaplin's The Gold Rush opened at Strom theatre in Omaha last Saturday and set attendance records at Strand and Colonial theatres. 4,887 watched last Sunday as the feature drew large crowds despite bad weather. managers extended showings tonight and Friday.
The Hamburg hospital treated many residents with operations and recoveries. Mrs. M C Allison and Mrs. Will Romsey returned home after procedures. Mary Hukill and Mrs. Richard Fox had minor or notable operations. Abner Gilmore and others were noted as patients, while births and admissions at Riverton and Red Oak areas are recorded. A barn fire on the Turner farm caused losses but no injuries reported.
Richard Gottache infant son of Mr and Mrs Will Gottache died suddenly at two years old from Infantile paralysis. Absent relief from Axpedio lish and local doctors, funeral held Monday led by Rev D W Griffith, burial in Hamburg cemetery. Community mourns deeply for bereaved parents. Old Men Stage Fool Race reports Eli Snyder and Frank Backstead racing foot race, won by Beckstead. Both men healthy and hopeful for another race.
Mrs. Myrtle E Bennatt, born September 20, 1926, died at age 14 years 2 months and 1 day after burial in Omaha. Funeral services were conducted at Mansfield undertaking parlors by Rev. E. R. McBride. She left two daughters, survived by three sisters and four brothers including Ale Jon Tulton.
Local listings announce screenings at Colonia Theatre featuring Chardin Chaplin style comedy and Westerns. Mander Colonia Holly Wie presents a variety bill with evening shows tonight and tomorrow, highlighting clears of stars like Thomas Meichiin and Parddathy in classic and recent films.
Trjarod iy Pamuchys and Tramiel Atstinonater of Mt and Mrs. Emory Sieslougg were injured when their vehicle crashed near a farm west of Red Oak. Doctors Meyers, Reiley, and Thomas attended to the injured driver at the scene.
William Bennett born June 2 1832 in Tomkinsville Kentucky died September 18 1925 in Milan Missouri at age 93 years 4 months 16 days after nine weeks illness He was a pioneer who enjoyed recounting early days and had multiple close calls with death He married in 1862 moved near Milan around the Civil War era and remained there until ten years ago He visited Fremont County and earlier lived in Fremont County materials show a local county board missteps in purchasing building materials in 1923 with payments settled in 1924 1925 notices indicate improper advertising for bids but later reports clarify actions by county supervisors
Sixteen children were listed as Hartett descendants from Hamburg, with Mrs. Hartett passing years ago. Elmer Sayre, Mrs. Commins, Mrs. Bingham, and others were named among surviving relatives and great grandchildren. Final rites occurred Saturday with burial in the local cemetery.
The narrative presents a fractured, dreamlike scene with stray phrases about a raid, possessions, and a mysterious figure named George. Vivid, garbled imagery blends items like Tang, standard suits, jars, and a dark suggestion of threat or punishment. The speaker confronts fear and longing in a surreal, lyric prose vignette.
A fragmentary saying contemplates nerves and wealth with a wry note on who can afford both. The garbled text hints at a tongue in cheek reflection on inheritance and the limits of money in accessing relief or resilience.
Entertained M L by Mesidamos A oes and C We Travey were hostenier to the M K K club at the home of the former Friday afternoon. It being the first meeting of the year for the women the day was one of the hottest days of the year. They enjoyed the time very much and for the game of the afternoon. Light refreshments were served.
Reverend E R Chaielie and families return to Hamburg for a third year in charge after key work at Com Chapel and Valley Farm, noted for prison reform efforts and local town influence. Reverend Bob Sto arrives back from Allnuiy after attending a regional conference, with the church expressing continued support for his family and ministry.
Fragments recall a death of John Franklin Wout brewer of Chas Nehtith in a strange archaic phrasing. It mentions his burial at sea, relatives in Missouri and Nebraska, and seven children with unclear ages and placements.
The local grower near Taburg displays cotton plants and an unusual nine-year history of experiments at his home. Neighbors note the wall planks and a window display, while Mr. Pierson suggests the potential for profit from nearby coltan findings.
Victor Ruedy left for Anaheim California after a visit at Lol ani Vrank Milger’s home. He played with Caedar Wh ten of the heer T lenge Uni season and is praised as an all round player for the team. Leonard Cumming plans a visit to Largan Idaho for several weeks at his Asumhter’s home in May. Geanferd New Ten ant Tika enjoys early summer vacation days and remarks on Bathing to Non Copia Lily sentences The more you got Uy lean you want
The district court in Fremont County hears a suit over the 1920 disappearance of G. B. Franklin, Bank of Mambury cashier. His administrator, G. McBeal, has sold eight insurance policies totaling $50,000. Franklin vanished April 7, 1920, after leaving for Omaha with only eight dollars and no baggage. He was a longtime bank official, school board secretary, and church worker. The estate includes policies from Northwestern Mutual, Bankers Life, Auto Life, Dearborn Life, Mutual Life of New York, St. Joseph Life, Tome Life, and Equitable Life. Families insist he was harmed or died foully, with relatives pursuing extended inquiries and extradition efforts related to the case.
The obituary details Harvey Cowles of Monory who died after a long illness. It notes his marriage to Habert and Eliza Wes Kenn, his service as pastor, education at Atchison, and membership in Mt Alon church. His funeral was held in a local cemetery with elder attendees and mourners from nearby towns.
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