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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1958
Page
1
The Journal invites all parents to bring children to a professional portrait event on Wednesday August 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at a building west of the office. No charges, no subscriptions needed, and no obligation to buy prints.
A farewell party for Phyllis Newcomb and classmates was hosted by the sophomores and juniors on Friday August 1 at the Andy Thompson home. Attendees enjoyed cargo games in the yard and homemade ice cream cupcakes and iced tea.
Mrs Carl Cuthbertson aged 78 died at Belleville hospital on August 4 after long illness. She leaves daughter Evelyn Jordan Stayton Oregon son Earl Scandia sister Fern Cuthbertson Belleville two brothers Orville Burr Oak and Verle Joliet five grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Funeral August 7 at Scanda Methodist Church Rev Richard Wilke officiating burial Union Valley Cemetery Tibbetts Brothers Funeral Home in charge
Word reached Friday that Mrs William Larson of Canton South Dakota died Wednesday August 6 in a Canton hospital after suffering a stroke She was formerly Alma Endernd daughter of Charley Endernd long associated with the Scan dia area farm now Elmer Melby farm Larson was a cousin of the late Frank H Larsen and L J Larsen
The sale of the late Will T. Vandeveer’s personal property is scheduled for Saturday August 16 at 1 00 p m The list includes household goods miscellaneous articles and a Dodge 1056 sedan along with several antiques Readers are advised to turn the next page for the full bill.
New renewals received this past week include John Nylund and Jim Davis now Mrs. N. E. Davis of Twin Falls Idaho.
The Wonder Bread Merry-Go-Round visits Scandia on Wednesday August 20 from 7 to 9 PM providing free rides for children. Free Twinkies will be handed out at F and M Store and Nelson IGA Market, sponsored by the two grocers on Main Street downtown.
Captain Richard S. Bushong USAF presided at the Scandia GOC unit meeting in the Command Post. Walter Boyles and Lester Simpson received Certificates of Appointment while a long list of members earned Certificates of Training. A 24 Hour Alert film by Warner Bros. starred Jack Webb and was shown as part of the session. Attendance totaled 38 despite farm work and vacations.
The Helping With Dinner girls learned bread making at the Wm Hallack home on August 7 guided by Mrs Leo Gritten. Each girl made dough for one loaf and helped judge cookies and cake with a younger member. The next meeting will follow the fair.
Mrs. Wm. Moe entertained the Birthday Club at her home Monday afternoon. Prizes went to Mrs. Ben Denoyer, Mrs. George Cardwell, and Mrs. Lars Norgard. Others present included Mrs. Geo. Christie, Mrs. Walter Anderson, Mrs. Anna Hohman, and Mrs. Ruby Berry. A lunch was served.
Mr and Mrs A C Florell hosted Sunday evening for guests including Jerry Spencer of Duluth Minn Janice Florell and Roger Mc Caulley and many Florell relatives plus friends from Fairbury Neb and Concordia. Further visits included Mrs Hisa Sandine at Concordia and weekend stays with the Tuley and Isaacson households and a Wichita trip by Arthur Coppock and family with a Detroit vacation planned for Ruby Berry.
Otis Nelson of Hastings Nebr spent Friday with Mr and Mrs Lloyd Davis and other relatives. Jackie and Carol Davis returned home with her for a few days visit.
Mr and Mrs Ben Brown of Texas and Mr and Mrs Nathan Van Vleet and Myrna of Larned spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs Lloyd Davis and other relatives.
Sonja Mary and J. D. Pickel underwent tonsillectomies at St. Joseph Hospital in Concordia on Tuesday.
Mr. and Mrs. Ray Tingstrom, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Strom, and Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Matthias enjoyed a Sunday picnic dinner at the Lake of the White Rocks.
Mr and Mrs Harold Larson and family spent Sunday afternoon with Mr and Mrs Harley Shaffer in a friendly family gathering.
Saturday evening visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Vic Brown and Mark of Republic included Mr. and Mrs. Jewell Winfrey Gary Dennis and Merle Hilton of Kansas City, along with Mrs. Margaret Brown of Republic and Mrs. Anna Hohman.
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Lindecrantz and family of Miami Oklahoma spent a week with Mr. and Mrs. Marker Lindecrantz and family and other relatives and friends.
Mrs Arlis White and her children returned home Sunday after visiting Mr and Mrs Alfred Hallowell and their sons of McCook Nebraska for a week.
The family of Miami Oklahoma were Saturday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Frank Isaacson. The brief social note records a cordial visit and hospitality extended to the visitors.
C H Pickel of Republic spent Sunday afternoon as a guest in the Wayne Pickel home.
Mr and Mrs Harley Shaffer spent Saturday in Concordia visiting Mrs Della Kivett and Mrs Taylor Jewett, sharing time with local acquaintances.
Rev and Mrs Hellberg of Stans Nebr were Tuesday overnight guests of Mrs John Sjolander at her home.
Concordia spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Isaacson, enjoying a quiet afternoon together at their home. The visit highlighted community ties and friendly introductions among local residents.
Mrs 8 J Swenson entertained Sunday with a dinner at the 66 36 Café for guests: Mr and Mrs Arthur Swanson of Concordia, Mr and Mrs Kenneth Forsberg of Lindsborg, and Mrs Elsa Sandine.
Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Kitchen and Bill of Oklahoma City arrived Tuesday for a brief visit with Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Jackson, staying a few days in town.
Mrs Hilton Waite spent Monday morning in Belleville with her mother Mrs Grace Kallman in a brief social outing.
Mrs George Nielson and her baby spent Monday afternoon visiting Mrs S J Swenson, sharing a pleasant social hour.
Mrs Morris Moravek and her sons from Norway spent Tuesday with Mrs Lloyd Norris in a brief social call.
Mr and Mrs Wm Waite and family were Thursday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Hilton Waite, sharing an evening meal and fellowship in their home.
Mrs. Lawrence Laman Mrs. Mills and Mrs. Kinnamon all of Concordia spent Monday with Mrs. Wm. Waite and children.
Miss Vernice Swanson of Omaha Nebraska spends a three week vacation with her mother Mrs Edith Swanson and Vernon confirming family plans and time together during the holiday period in Nebraska.
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Tedrow were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs Ben Thomas and family. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Thomas were evening guests of the same hosts later that day.
Sunday evening guests of Mr and Mrs F M Jackson for the annual birthday party were Mr and Mrs Homer Christensen, Mr and Mrs Igmer Larsen, Mrs Ruby Berry and Lawrence Hugos. Mrs Jackson served a lovely lunch.
Mike and Mary Ann Waite are visiting their grandparents in Concordia for a few days.
Tuesday afternoon visitors included Mr and Mrs Barnhart of Florida joining Mrs John Sjolander and Mrs Belle Whitley along with Mrs Charley Sjolander, Dorothy, Mrs Russell Hall, and Rhonda Rae for a social afternoon.
Mrs Ralph Moe visited Thursday morning with her sister Mrs Hilton Waite as part of a social call, sharing time together in the morning.
Mr and Mrs Warren Nelson and Jean of Superior Nebraska were weekend guests of Mr and Mrs Lester Richards.
The official grand opening is Saturday August 16 with free coffee and donuts from 2 30 p m to 9 p m. Free balloons for children and door prizes valued items include Steam Iron Delta Lite Can nister Set Thermos Jug Camera Picnic Basket Filing Box Tumblers Snack Set. Everett and Don will demo farming items and fertilizers. The Good Feed Co offers 40 percent hog supplement discount and a representative will assist with feeding questions.
The Sherdahl 4H Home Improvement class led by Mrs. Oscar Odell toured homes last Wednesday morning. Judy Freed Eva West and Sharon Freed presented project work and visited the Wm Hallack home near Republic. Refreshments were served after the tour.
The Past Matron and Past Patron club of the Order of Eastern Star Scandia Chapter No 481 held a picnic supper Sunday evening in the chapter room. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs Joyce Johnson Mr. and Mrs Hilton Waite Mr. and Mrs Lloyd Nelson Mr. and Mrs C W Strom Mr. and Mrs W J Matthias Mrs Sherman Robison Mrs Edith Norris Mrs Bertha Granstedt and Mrs Elsie Noble.
Hostesses Mrs. Charley Cardwell Mrs. Loren Florell and Mrs. Daryl Haegert greeted about 40 guests at the Methodist church basement Monday evening August 4. A stork centerpiece decorated the gift table as pink and white themed refreshments and games entertained attendees. Mrs. Thompson assisted by De Lores and Shirley Thompson opened gifts and lunch was served by the hostesses.
Hostesses Mrs Rolla Thompson Mrs Andy Thompson Mrs Alva Thompson Mrs Ernest Kirk and Mrs Loren Isaacson hosted a kitchen shower for Miss Janice Florell on Wednesday evening August Nn at Mrs Loren Florells home. Guests enjoyed games recipes and advice amid gifts found in an old fashioned oven. Janice with her mother Mrs Florell and sister Vickie opened gifts as nearly 40 guests attended and were served a lunch.
Monday afternoon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Loring included Mrs. Max Nunn, Mary Ellen and Warren of Corvallis Oregon, Mrs. Sam Mahin of Courtland, Mrs. Maurice Medlin, Jo Ann and Jan of Riley, Mrs. Lee Loring, Arnold and David, and Mrs. Glenn Loring.
Mr and Mrs Lars Norgard were Sunday afternoon guests of Mr and Mrs Richard Loring.
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Loring and Mr. and Mrs. Lars Norgard were Sunday evening guests of Mr. and Mrs. Gottfrid Larson.
Miss Alma Strom of Concordia and Mrs. Homer Cardwell were Monday afternoon guests of Mrs. Hilton Walte.
Those who helped celebrate Fred Jackson's birthday last week include Mr. and Mrs BE W Kitchen and Bill of Oklahoma City Oklahoma. Mr. and Mrs H C McMullen and Stephen of Lincoln Nebraska. Mr. and Mrs Keith Jackson, Jimmy and Susan and Miss Thressa Bouley of Concordia.
Jean of Superior Nebraska, and Mr and Mrs Chris BE Nelson along with Mr and Mrs L S Richards enjoyed a picnic dinner at the Lake of the White Rocks on Sunday.
Mrs Alberta Kemper of Los Angeles arrived Saturday evening to visit relatives and assist in caring for her father stationed in the city.
Fr. and Mrs. Burl Trimmer and family of Topeka spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. George Stromberg and Georgie and Mrs. Alta Trimmer.
Mr. and Mrs. Barnhart of Florida visit Mr. and Mrs. Charley Stolander and family and Mrs. Belle Whitley of Belleville for a social gathering.
Mr and Mrs Everett Robison and John were Tuesday evening supper guests of Mr and Mrs Loren Isaacson at their home.
The American Republic Insurance Company plans of protection will be offered to county residents. Kansas Manager Alfred H. Miller says a county drive will explain the plans which cover hospital doctor and surgeon bills and provide financial help in sickness or accidents. The company notes 28 years of service and wide adoption across the United States.
Don Springer spoke to the Sherdahl Roosters about fair entries at an August 4 outdoor meeting. A Belleville park picnic followed with a fall tour planned for Sunday August 17 at 1 pm. The program featured grain cleaning demonstration by Richard Mikesell, health and project talks, games, and wheat show reports.
John Odell of Scandia served as the Republican County H delegate to the 13th annual State H Health Conference at Rock Springs Ranch State 4-H Center from August 5 to 11. Two outstanding 4-H members from each Kansas county earned trips to the Health Conference. Workshops covered How to Read a Label Plan a 4H Health Program Food for Fitness and Let’s Talk and Demonstrate for Health. Activities included social dancing volleyball folk games square dancing singing horseshoes handicraft marksman ship horseback riding rifle range and swimming.
Mr and Mrs Jewell Winfrey and Dennis and Merle Hilton of Kansas City Missouri and Mrs Anna Hohman were Friday guests at the Dale Price and Oscar Springer homes in Riley.
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