Local Outings and Visits Highlight Week
Mrs J B Henry and son John with Mrs Creager travelled for an outing at Colorado Springs. L C Hohr family went to Clifton Tuesday for their Woodmen Picnic. Miss Amma Forsberg arrived from Glendora California after a two year absence reporting a long trip home with stops in San Francisco Salt Lake and Denver. Paul Preble visited Hiawatha Monday returning Tuesday with Deloris Glenna and Dick Preble for a local visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Henry
John
Creager
Colorado Springs
L. C. Hohr
Clifton
Amma Forsberg
Glendora California
San Francisco
Salt Lake
Denver
Paul Preble
Hiawathia
Deloris
Glenna
Dick Preble
Elmer Anderson
Arthur and
Albert
Fremort Nebr
Eimer Sothers
Johm Craft
Lulu
Vera McGregor
Craft
Miss Lah
Kimporia
Victor Erickson
Scandia
Conrad Sederlin
John Erickson
Edwin and
Albin Isaacson
John Craft
John Seothers
Mrs Richie and Mrs Barrett Visit Relatives Across States
Mrs Richie of Dayton Iowa and Mrs Barrett of Basin Wyoming arrived Monday night on No. 40 to visit sister Mrs N S Cooper and other relatives.
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Richie
Dayton
Iowa
Barrett
Basin Wyo
No. 40
N.S. Cooper
Mahan Family Travels From Salina to Sheldon Nebraska
Mr and Mrs Mahan drove to Salina Saturday then continued with Mr and Mrs Morris and their son Ed to Sheldon Nebraska for a week long stay.
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Mrs. Mahan
Salina
Wright Family Trip Altered by Separate Journeys
Harry Wright and his wife with three children traveled from Hardy to a point Sunday. The Wrights then continued to Kansas City while the children stayed with their uncle and aunt Fred and Hattie Wright.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Wright
Hardy
Mrs. Wright
K. C
Fred
Hattie
Beckmans Opens New Goods Sale
Beckmans advertises new merchandise with details to follow in the listing and emphasizes shoppers should view the page for particulars.
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Beckmans
Mrs Frank Kier Transferred En Route Home
Mrs Frank Kier was transferred here on Tuesday while en route to Courtland from Republic where she had been visiting his parents.
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Frank Kier
Courtland
Republic
Mrs Nordem and Dahil Family Health Update
Mrs Nordem reports her mother Mrs Dahil is very ill at home with little hope of recovery. The note outlines concern for Mrs Dahil’s condition and asks for prayers and support from family and community.
Owsleys Return From Netawaka Visit
Mrs J P Owsley and child ren return from Netawa ka visit Friday night. Mr Owsley to Scandia soon to take charge of the depot there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Owsley
Netawaka
Mr. Owsley
Scandia
Clyde Paper
The
Farmers Voice
Money left at Lutheran church convention owner to claim
A note says money was left in the Lutheran church during the convention. The owner may claim it by calling at the Parsonage. Rev Norden.
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Rev Norden
For Sale: Four gilts and one full-blood Chester White hog
Chas. P. Nordman lists four gilts and a male full-blood Chester White hog for sale. The notice provides no contact details.
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Chas. P. Nordman
Dyrdals Return From Dakota Trip With Ride Home
Mr and Mrs Dyrdal arrived back from a Dakota trip Tuesday evening. They were driven to their home south of Norway by Jake Weislagel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Dyrdal
Dakota
Jake Weislagel
Norway
Insurance Offer for Chester Ball in Belleville Kansas
Insurance notice from Republic County Mutual discusses a five year cash plan for $1,000 with a $25 note option. Location noted as Chester Ball in Belleville Kansas. Fire lightning tornado and wind risks covered.
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Republic Co. Mutual
Chester Ball
Belleville Kans
Goodwins Headed for Norton County Visit
A. F. Goodwin and his sister Mrs. Sanderson left Wednesday by auto to visit Norton County and tend Mrs. Sandersons sons farm there.
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A. F. Goodwin
Mrs. Sanderson
Norton Co
Nimocks Family and Mrs Cutler Attend ChaUtauqua
G W Nimocks family and Mrs J H Cutler attended the Chau tauqua at Betluville Sunday.
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G. W. Nimocks
J. H. Cutlers
Betluville
Lawrence Nimocks Visits Belleville and Chau Tauqua Scene
Lawrence Nimocks spent a week in Belleville ending Chau Tauqua and visiting at the Carsten sen home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Nimocks
Belleville
Chautauqua
Carstensen
One of the biggest men who
The fragment hints at a notable, imposing figure but lacks clear specifics, making it difficult to identify names, dates, or events. The readable text suggests a discussion of a prominent man, but essential details are missing to form a full newspaper card.
Religious Leader to Speak at City Next Week
The visiting bishop Frances J. McConnell will present sermons during the Swedish Methodist Conference next week. The English language services will be provided to accommodate attendees, and the full program is listed in this issue.
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Frances J. McConnells
Forethought saves big expenses in family health
A Caldwell resident, J. W. Archer, endorses Chamberlain's Colera and Diarrhoea Remedy saying his family has used it for years and keeps it on hand for extended visits. The note emphasizes how forethought prevents costly problems. Obtainable anywhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Archer
Caldwell
Holton Steam Laundry and Barbershop Ad
Local fragment notes Holton Steam Laundry as a leading service with an adjacent barber shop listing Wards Barber Shop offering grooming and cleaning. No dates or further details available.
Cement Silo Blocks For Sale By Charles Petergon
Silo blocks offered by Charles Petergon for builders planning a cement storage silo. He promises a good proposition to buyers considering construction and invites inquiries.
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Charles Petergon
Rainy District 87 Weather and Local Social Notes
District 87 records welcome rain and a 40 degree temperature drop. The column lists visits by Mae, Waldo Wood, and others in Courtland and nearby towns, farm work, shelling, and forthcoming school repairs including plastering and a new ceiling.
Local notices and social items from Bloom area 1916
Mrs F Berggren and daughter Mabel visit. C F Erice visits relatives in court land. Berggren hosts dinner at D Burk home. Miss Adamson comes from Concordia for tutoring. Chris Nelson to Colorado Springs soon with bride. School Parade set for Aug 24 with floats autos meeting 1 00 P M west of Floste tetler Bros. Store exhibits to Educational Dept by Aug 21 1916.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Berggren
Mabel Amd Mars
C. F. Ericeson
Bloom
Schafer
V. L. N. Hendrix
Belleville
Floste Tetler Bros
Holton Steam Laundry Ad Promotes Local Service
An agency advertisement for Holton Steam Laundry in Scandia touts superior cleaning quality. The notice urges residents to try their service and credits Ward's Barber Shop for recommending them.
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Holton Steam Laundry
Scandia
Combings Offered for Switches at One Dollar a Stem
Short note announces sales of combings and switches priced at one dollar per stem with instructions to leave orders at the office.
Osteopathic Doctor E A Moore Opens Scandia Office
Dr. E A Moore, osteopathic physician, sets up in the F and M Bank Building in Scandia Kansas with weekly Tuesday and Friday office hours.
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E. A. Moore
F. and M Bank
Scandia Kans
Mrs Adolph Nelsom Seeks Medical Consultation
Mrs Nelsom traveled to Belleville on a Wednesday to consult a doctor about her health which remains in bad condition.
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Adolph Nelsom
Belleville
Practical tips to ease insomnia and indigestion
A health note advises that indigestion often disturbs sleep and recommends a light meatless supper and avoiding milk. It suggests taking one of Chamberlain's Tablets after supper to improve rest. Obtainable everywhere.
Evolution of the pitcher’s box in baseball history
The Philadelphia Bulletin notes the changes in pitching area from a long line to a defined box and eventually to the rubber slab. It tracks shifts from open roaming to fixed dimensions, including 12 by 4 inch slabs and later 12 by 6 inch slabs, with final standardization after 1895.
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Philadelphia Bulletin
Federal Body Should Fix Railway Rates and Wages
Baton Rouge Times argues Congress must empower the interstate commerce commission to fix wages as well as rates to prevent a nationwide railroad strike. It urges immediate action to grant authority over labor costs, warning a public catastrophe if railroads shut down. The piece blends opinion with an ad section featuring Hall’s Catarrh Cure testimonials and pricing.
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Baton Rouge
the Times
Congress
Interstate Commerce Coins
Interstate Commerce Commission
Constipation Linked to Bowel Toxins Aids by Tablets
A health note claims constipation blocks the bowels allowing poisons to enter the system and cause dullness. it advocates Chamberlains Tablets as quick relief and notes availability everywhere.
Belleville Traders Flock to Scandia for Merchant Exchange
Residents of Belleville travel to Scandia to trade with local merchants seeking better selection and fair prices. The visit underscores strong regional commerce and sustained cross town relations.
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Belleville
Scandia
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Holton
Mae
Dna
Waldo Wood
John Sothers
Gilbert Andenon
Oliver Squtier
Jesse Soders
Riverton Nebr
Hugh Etter
Kackley
Concordia
Devall
Gillert Anderson
Satunday
Boulder Cole
Conrad Florell
Jamestown
Ward’s Barber Shop
Federal
C. E. Riley
Illion N. Y
Halli
Hall
Cheney & Co
Toledo Ohio
MAHIN
Hasty
AT Law
Belleville, Kansas
Lebanon
L.C. Hohr
Wm. Sebaugh, V. C
J. W. Plotner
Andrew, Wilson
M. W. Wm. Weislogel
Adolph Nelson
Financie
John A. Freeburg
Kansas
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