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Newspaper

Scandia Journal

Location

Scandia, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 18, 1949

Page

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Mother Is A Freshman at The Princess

Loretta Young and Van Johnson star in a Technicolor college comedy set on a university campus. A fresh widow enrolls as a freshman to pursue love with a young English professor, with Barbara Lawrence and Rudy Vallee in leading roles.

20Th Century - Fox Loretta Young Betty Auynn van Johnson Lloyd Bacon University of Nevada Reno Margie Peggy” Productions Rudy Vallee Barbara Lawrence Robert Arthur Betty Lynn Giff Barnett Kathleen Hughes Beautiful Blonde Bashful Bend

Forbidden Street stars Dana Andrews Maureen O Hara at Princess

Dana Andrews and Maureen O Hara headline The Forbidden Street under 20th Century Fox at the Princess Theatre on Tuesday and Wednesday August 23 24. Jean Negulesco directs with William Perlberg producing as Margery Sharp novel Britannia Mews inspires London set drama about Adelaide Culver undoing loss through a clever lawyer.

20Th Century - Fox Forbidden Street Dana Andrews Maureen O'Hara Princess Theatre Jean Negulesco William Perlberg London Adelaide Culver Grote Adelaide Henry

Fragmented OCR Note Mentions Characters on Screen

A partial OCR fragment references characters on a screen and historical notes, with unclear context and missing key details to identify event, people, or location.

Sherdahl Booster Sewing and Cooking Club Meeting

The Sherdahl Boosters sewing and cooking project group met with Janet Millen on Monday August 1 for a brief business meeting and progress reports on home improvement projects. Members Barbara McClure Pauline Cardwell Kay Rasmussen and Carol Rasmussen shared updates while plans for room requirements were discussed. Millen demonstrated accessories and ironing methods while Mrs Edith McClure showed an ironer. Refreshments were served.

Sherdahl Janet Millen Barbara McClure Pauline Cardwell Kay Rasmussen Carol Rasmussen Myrtle ‘Cardwell Gladys Mikesell Velda Millen Sherdahl Boosters Sewing Project Barbara McClure Edith McClure

Wires Host Dinner for Birthday Anniversaries at Skyline Cafe

Mr and Mrs E C Wires entertain with a Sunday dinner at Skyline Cafe Concordia honoring birthday anniversaries of Mrs Hugh Marquis Seattle Arvid Guthrie Omaha Alvin Weyh Belleville and Walter H Berger Those present include Mr and Mrs Hugh Marquis Mrs Charles Crumb A E Guthrie Alvin Weyh LeRoy and Fred Weyh Mrs C V Haggman Miss Blanche Hageman Walter H Berger Mrs J A Guthrie and the hosts.

E. C. Wires Skyline Cafe Concordia Hugh Marquis Seattle Wash Arvid Guthrie Omaha Nebr Alvin Weyh Belleville Walter H. Berger Charles Crumb Ulysses A. E. Guthrie LeRoy Fred C. V. Haggman Blanche Hageman J.A. Guthrie Wires

Sunday Dinner Guests Listed for Local Families

Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Leonard LeSage and daughters include Mr and Mrs Charles Johnson Mr and Mrs Lyle Marshall and Beth Cl, Mr and Mrs Chester Johnson of Concordia.

Leonard LeSage Charles Johnson Lyle Marshall Beth Cl Chester Johnson Concordia

Concordia Couple Announce Birth of Karen Ann Johnson

Mr and Mrs Chester Johnson of Concordia announce the birth of a baby girl named Karen Ann Johnson. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Carlos Johnson.

Chester Johnson Concordia Karen Ann Carlos Johnson

Sunday Evening Supper Guests List Local Residents

Sunday evening guests at Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Johnson included Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Johnson of Concordia Aree Larson of Belleville Miss An Johnson of Stillwater Oklahoma A B Tounect Mr. and Mrs. Reynold Nystrom and daughters and Mrs. Mary Nystrom.

Aaron Johnson Glenn, Johnson Concordia Aree Larson Belleville An- Johnson Stillwater Okla A. B. Tounect Reynold Nystrom Mary Nystrom

Social notes misspelled couple host afternoon tea

Mrs Rachel Crawford and Mrs El Reno Sederlin were guests of honor this afternoon for a coffee gathering hosted by Mrs.

Rachel Crawford Dolia ElReno Sederlin

Visiting in Malina with Miss Adah Robison

Miss Josie Robison spent Saturday night with Mr and Mrs Isaacson. On Sunday Mr and Mrs Tanacson and Miss Robison visited Miss Adah Robison and returned to Malina in the evening.

Josie ‘Robison Jihwyn Isaacson

Social and Personal Notes From Harlan County Dam Visit

Mr. and Mrs. Noble Isaacson and Loren visited Harlan County Dam Sunday. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. George Freed and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Jensen, Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Erickson of Chicago, Miss Anna Johnson of Stillwater, A. B. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Henry, Chester Anderson, Bert Haggman and Blanche Haggman. Chester’s birthday was honored. Other visits included Mr. and Mrs. Milo Johnson, Elaine, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Henry, Mrs. Lena Lloyd and Franklin, Miss Viola Swanson with Kenneth Danielson, Mrs. Nellie Wells, Mr. and Mrs. Thornton Doctor and family, Dr. Anna Rimol, M. L. Larson, E. M. Eastvedt, Loren Florell and Janice, Edward Forsberg and Janice, Estel Samuelson and family, Alva Thompson and family, Maggie Porter of Beloit, Harvey Hammer and family, Iver Hammer and Sonja, and Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Marquis of Seattle, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Crumb of Ulyses, and A. E. Guthrie with E. C. Wires company guests earlier in the week.

Walter Henry Chester Anderson Bert Haggman Blanche Haggman Chester Loren Florell Janice Edward Forsberg Estel Samuelson Alva Thompson Hugh Marquis Seattle, Wash Charles Crumb Ulyses A. E. Guthrie E. C. Wires

Elmer and Mrs Danielson Visit Salina Relatives

Mr and Mrs Elmer Danielson traveled Friday to Salina to spend several days with relatives and friends.

Elmer Danielson Salina

Sunday Visitors From Two Families

Mr and Mrs Frank Isaacson and Mr and Mrs Kenneth Danielson visited Sunday evening. Also listed is Mr and Mrs Alfred Swanson and family.

Frank Isaacson Kenneth, Danielson Alfred Swanson

Billy Clark Visits Clark Family in Washington

Billy Clark spent last week visiting Mr and Mrs Gene Clark and family of Washington.

Billy Clark Gene Clark Washington

Washington’s Ron Clark visits Ellsworth family

Ron Clark of Washington and Ellsworth resident Billy Clark were Sunday visitors of Mr and Mrs Bill Clark.

Gene Clark Washington Ron Clark Ellsworth Bill Clark Billy

Wager and Clark Trip to the Ozarks

Mr and Mrs Fred Wager of Norway and Mr and Mrs Bill Clark traveled to the Ozarks last week and returned home Saturday.

Fred Wager Norway Bill Clark Ozarks

Moe Family Hosts Supper Guests Sunday

Mr and Mrs Bill Moe and Billy and Ralph Miles were supper guests of Mr and Mrs Albert Moe Sunday.

Mrs Bill Moe Billy and Ralph’ Miles Albert Moe

Topeka Man Visited Mr and Mrs Moe Sunday Afternoon

Don Roy Moe of Topeka visited Sun day afternoon at the home of Mr and Mrs Bill Moe and their son Billy.

Don Roy Moe Topeka Mrs Bill Moe Billy

Sunday Dinner Guests Share With Currie Family

Mr. and Mrs. Woodrow Anderson and Marilyn, Emil Boman and Mrs. Louise Adair and Richard were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Currie and family.

Woodrow Anderson Marilyn Emil Boman Louise Adair Richard Glenn .Currie

Hoisington Pair Bob Robison and Max Berry Visit Home

Bob Robison and Max Berry of Hoisington were home over the weekend.

Bob Robison Max Berry Hoisington

Sunday Guests Honor Mrs Stafford Birthday

Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Andrew Stafford and Bernita honoring Mrs Stafford s birthday anniversary were Mr and Mrs Marker Lindecrantz and sons, Mr and Mrs Vernon Smith and Ramona, Mr and Mrs Pat Sandell and Lola, Mr and Mrs Kenneth Danielson, Mr and Mrs Lloyd Brown and Mrs Lars Brown.

Andrew Stafford Bernita

Robison Weekend Stay At Wichita Home

Mr and Mrs Edward Robison of Wichita spent the weekend at the Robison home.

Mrs Edward Robison Wichita Robison

Winfield Visit Ties Carlgren and Bowling Families

Mrs Ada Aspegren and Mr and Mrs Lawrence Carlgren and Mr and Mrs Carrol Anderson spent Sunday in Winfield visiting Mr and Mrs Weld Bowling and family. Lowell Bowling, who spent the summer with the Carlgrens, returned to his home in Winfield with them.

Ada Aspegren Lawrence Carlgren Nee Carrol. Anderson Winfield Weld Bowling Lowell Bowling Carlgren

Dinner Guests Honor Mr and Mrs Walter Henry

Mrs Minnie Anderson and Mr Carrol Anderson Judith and Anita were Friday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Walter Henry.

Minnie Anderson Carrol Anderson Judith Anita Walter Henry

Delphos Couple Guests Of Holman Family

Mr and Mrs Bob Cook of Delphos were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Harry Holman and family. They visited Mrs Chas Holman at Republic in the afternoon.

Bob Delphos Harry Holman and Family Chas. Holman Republic

Dinner Guests Theodore Andérson and Thorval

Sunday guests were Theodore Andérson and Thorval invited to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Warren Johnsen and their family for a family dinner.

Theodore Andérson Thorval Mrs Warren Johnsen

Mrs Freed Wyant Family Visit Topeka

Mrs C H Freed and Mrs S H Wyant with children traveled to Topeka on Tuesday and returned home on Sunday.

C. H. Freed S. H. Wyant Topeka

Injury Shortly After Horse Throws Mrs Hobson

Mrs L L Hobson suffered a painful injury when the horse she rode bucked and reeled Sunday afternoon. She was taken to Belleville hospital for treatment.

L. L. Hobson Belleville Hospital

Berggren Visits Lawrence for School Room Plans

Dean Berggren traveled to Lawrence on Friday where the group arranged a room for the school in the upcoming fall term.

Bill Moe Billy Dean Berggren Lawrence

Mrs Hallie Luck Visits Parents and Kin

Mrs Hallie Luck and her children of Bogue visit her parents Mr and Mrs Emery Berry and family Mr and Mrs Leonard Lahodny of Omaha and Arnold Medlin of Wichita. They were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Maurice Medlin and Neal.

Hallie Luck Bogue Emery Berry Leonard Lahodny Omaha, Nebr Arnold Medlin Wichita Maurice Medlin Neal

Mr and Mrs John Graham Visit Medlin and Neal

Mr and Mrs John Graham were Saturday night guests of Mr and Mrs Maurice Medlin and Neal.

John Graham Maurice Medlin Neal

White Family Visits Kansas City and Topeka

Sgt and Mrs Robert White and Bobby spent several days in Topeka visiting Mr and Mrs C V Ferguson and family. They also visited relatives in Kansas City and Lawrence.

Robert White Bobby Topeka C. V. Ferguson Kansas City Lawrence

White family names listed in local social note

Mr and Mrs Carl McDowell and Harold were Lt and Mrs Edwin White and Mike S Sergeant and Mrs Robert White and Bobby Mr and Mrs Arlis White of Morrowville and Mrs May White.

Carl McDowell Harold Edwin White Mike Robert White Bobby Arlis White Morrowville May White

S/Sgt and Mrs White Visit Tampa Relative for Three Weeks

S/Sgt and Mrs Robert White and Bobby of Tampa Florida arrived Wednesday for a three weeks visit with old friends.

Robert White Bobby Tampa, Fla Carl McDowell Harold

Lieutenant Edwin White Completes Lead Crew School

Lt. Edwin White finished Lead Crew School at Roswell New Mexico and has returned home. His family left earlier in the week for Salina.

Edwin White Rosswell N. Mex Salina

Harold Larson Returns Home From Omaha Visit

Harold Larson arrived home Saturday evening after visiting his sister Mrs. Emil Beyer and Mr. Beyer in Omaha Nebraska.

Harold Larson Emil Beyer Mr. Beyer Omaha Nebr

Linden and Russell Couples Dine with Anderson Family

Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Linden and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Russell were Sunday evening guests of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Anderson and family.

Oscar Linden Carl Russell Russel Anderson

Guiot and Shirley Visit Loring Family Sunday

Mr. and Mrs. Walter Guiot and Shirley were Sunday evening guests of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Loring, sharing a family visit in the household.

Walter Guiot Shirley Richard Loring

Larson Family Trip to Lincoln Nebr Readied

Last Wednesday Mrs. Gene Larson Miss Helen Larson and Mrs. John Sankey visit Lincoln Nebraska with Norman and Joan listed among travelers for an apparent family outing or civic visit.

Gene Larson Helen Larson John Sankey Norman Joan Ofr Republic Lincoln Nebr

Fishing Trip to Minnesota Ends With Return Home

Mr and Mrs Warren Johnson and Mr and Mrs Frankie Mikesell and Mr and Mrs John Wishnefski went to Minnesota on a fishing trip. They returned home Friday.

Warren Johnson Frankie Mikesell John Wishnefski Minnesota

Engwalls Visit Stofer Household For Friday Coffee

Mr and Mrs Rudolph Engwall dropped by Friday afternoon as guests of Mr and Mrs Jake Stofer for an informal social visit and coffee gathering.

Rudolph Engwall Jake Stofer

Stofer family visit to the McCunes in Formoso

Mr and Mrs Jake Stofer visited George Francis and Shara McCune near Formoso on a Sunday. The short social call highlighted local ties and neighborly交流 within the community.

Jake Stofer George, Francis Shara McCune

Surprise Party Honors Enoch Hedin at Johnson Home

Mr and Mrs Dewey Johnson hosted a surprise party for Enoch Hedin the father of Mrs Hedin with attendees including Mrs Hedin her daughter and husband from Concordia Mrs Carl Hedin Mrs Melvin Kellogg Patty and John from Smith Center Mr and Mrs Melburne Minkley of Smith Center Mr and Mrs John Sjolander Mr and Mrs Charley Sjolander and family Alvin Sjolander and Miss Ila Mae Peters in attendance.

Dewey Johnson

Breakfast guests of Mr and Mrs Wallin visit

Sunday morning visitors included Mr and Mrs Melvin Hillery Milton Ella Louise and Mrs Jegge Ward. The Hillery family were en route to Estes Park in Colorado.

Lewis Wallin Melvin. Hillery Milton Ella Louise Jegge Ward Hillerys Estes Park Colorado

Sunday Visitors Named In Local Notes

Mr and Mrs Elmer Melby and Harvey Merle were Sunday evening visitors of George Larson and family. The party included guests from nearby towns and brought light refreshments.

Me Elmer Melby Harvey Merle Bee George’ Larson Larson Acky Page

Racing Luck at Princess Theatre Tonight

Action comedy billed as the sport of kings shows at the Princess Theatre this Thursday August 18 with racing romance and humor. Added features include Warner Pathe News and other short subjects plus 25 other reasons for entertainment.

Princess Theatre Warner Pathe News

Legion to aid NSLI dividend claims for veterans

The American Legion in Scandia announces help for veterans to file NSLI dividend applications with the VA. Commander Ray Spitler says about 16 million veterans could be eligible, with 6 million addresses on file and 10 million to locate, and refunds averaging $175. An accelerated effort will locate all eligible veterans.

American Legion Ray Spitler Albert Isaacson - James Larsen American Legion of Scandia Spitler NSLI

Riverview 4-H Plans August Meetings and Tour

Riverview 4-H Club met at Genevieve Nondorf’s home with nine members. They scheduled an August 15 meeting at Eldon Larson’s to plan fair booths and an August 17 Achievement Day and Fall Tour starting at Milo Johnson’s. The program featured a Battle Hymn of the Republic reading by Mrs. Milo Johnson and a piano solo by Martha Melby, followed by a pot-luck lunch.

Riverview Genevieve Nondorf Eldon Larson Milo Johnson’s Milo Johnson Martha Melby

Display Window Unveiled at Bachelor Faulkner Dart Store

The Bachelor Faulkner Dart Furniture Store has completed a new display window. The old high background was removed and a lower display platform built to showcase wares. The living room display is attracting passersby with its attractive setup.

Bachelor - Faulkner - Dart Furniture Store

Mr and Mrs Raymond Cooper Visit El Reno Sederlins

Mr Raymond Cooper and Mrs Cooper were Sunday evening guests of Mr and Mrs El Reno Sederlin at their home. The informal social gathering was noted in local society circles.

Raymond Cooper el Reno Sederlin

Stafford Guests Visit Family in For mosaic

Mr and Mrs E J Stafford of For mosa were Friday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Andrew Stafford and Bernita.

E. J. Stafford Formosa Andrew Stafford Bernita

Oklahoma City Guests Dine With Stafford Family

Mr and Mrs Paul Sorick along with Janice June and Jim of Oklahoma City were Monday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Andrew Stafford and Bernita.

Paul Sorick Janice June Jim Oklahoma City, Ok Andrew Stafford Bernita

Pasadena Couple Visits Friends in Local Stay

Mr and Mrs George Jeandebeur of Pasadena California visit Mr and Mrs Carl Reece and Carla staying with them during their trip.

Local and visiting families gather for afternoon guests

Mrs. Carl Reece and Carla were Mr. and Mrs. Jack Reece and family of Clay Center, Mr. and Mrs. Bill. Reece and family, Dr. and Mrs. A. W. Stone and family of Atchinson, Mr. and Mrs. George Jeandebeur of Pasadena, Cal. Afternoon guests were Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Nunn of Courtland.

Carl Reece Carla Jack Reece Clay Center Bill. Reece A. W. Stone Atchinson George Jeandebeur Pasadena Cal J. H. Nunn Courtland

Sunday Evening Guests in Concordia Gather for Visit

Sunday evening guests of Mr. and Mrs. Phil Smith in Concordia included Mr. and Mrs. Galan Harrold of Meridian Idaho Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Robison and family Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Norris Jimmy Arnold and Ruby Joyce Rasmussen Emma Swenson and Axel Smith.

Phil. Smith Concordia Galan Harrold Meridean Idaho Sherman Robison Lloyd Norris Jimmy Arnold Ruby Joyce Rasmussen Emma Swenson Axel Smith

Mrs Farrell Guests Visit Birds City Friends

Mrs Charles Farrell spent last week at the Rex Farrell home while Mr and Mrs Farrell and family were away. They visited Mr and Mrs Monroe Erickson at Bird City on their return home.

Charles Farrell Rex Farrell

Harrold Couple Noted for Merideap Memories

Fragmentary clipping mentions Mr and Mrs Galen Harrold of Merideap. Details are unclear but indicate a social note or local feature about the couple.

Journal Previews Tuesday Issue Amid Planned Four Day Vacation

The editor announces the next Journal issue will publish Tuesday August 23 due to a four day vacation planned for the staff. Readers are urged to submit news before Monday evening deadline.

Benefit Show for Riverview 4-H Club at Princess Theatre

A benefit screening of Block Heads starring Laurel and Hardy at the Princess Theatre on Monday August 22 supports the Riverview 4-H Club. Club members will sell advance tickets to help cover transportation and exhibit costs ahead of the Belleville Fair.

Princess Theatre Riverview Stan Laurel Oliver Hardy Stan Oliver Laurel

Beaver H D U Met August 10 at Larson Home

The Beaver H D U met August 10 at the home of Mrs. Carl Larson with Mrs. Ivan Bergstrom presiding. Mrs. Adwin Tornquist led the first lesson part on Business Transactions and Mrs. Gilbert Swenson discussed Parliamentary Rules. Refreshments served for 10 members and five visitors. next meeting is September 14 with Mrs. Swen Carlson. A July 24 picnic at Belleville Park included several couples.

Beaver H.D.U Carl Larson Ivan Bergstrom Adwin Tornquist Gilbert Swenson Swen Carlson Belleville Park Johnny Smith Allwin Tornquist Ronald Johnson Hans Anderson Lawrence Jensen

Meridean Couple Hosts Sunday Dinner Guests

Mr and Mrs Galen Harrold of Meridean Idaho Leo Smith and Arn old Norris were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Sherman Robison and children.

Galen Harrold Meridean Idaho Leo Smith Arnold Norris Sherman Robison

Mr and Mrs Clark Freed Visit Sunday Evening

Mr and Mrs Clark Freed and their daughter were Sunday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Stanley Moe.

Clark Freed Mrs Stanley Moe

Nelsons Visit Nelsons on Sunday

Mr and Mrs Hans Nelson of Cuba spent Sunday afternoon with Mr and Mrs Lloyd Nelson, Patsy and Darrell.

Hans Nelson Cuba Lloyd Nelson Patsy Darrell

Personal attendance noted at Cuthbertson event

Mrs Richard Minler and Paul attended alongside Mr and Mrs Carl Cuthbertson and Mrs Heary Clise among others noted in the guest list.

Carl Cuthbertson Richard Minler Paul Heary Clise

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Princess National Black Bart Yvonne de Carlo Dan Duryea Jeffrey Lynn Percy Kilbride Miss de Carlo Lola Montez California P. T. Barnum Lola Mandit Black ‘Bart Duryea Charlie Boles Wells Fargo Company Lance Hardeen Lynn Kilbride Dick Powell Hisery Bart Mrs. Noble Isaacson Loren Harlan County Dam George Freed Ed Jensen Arnold Erickson Chicago, Ill Anna Johnson Stillwater, Okla A. B. Johnson Elaine Lena Lloyd Franklin Jim Brisco Viola Swanson Kenneth Danielson Nellie Wells Thornton Robert E. M. Eastvedt M. L. Larson Anna Rimol Maggie Porter Beloit Frank Hain George John Porter Harvey Hammer Iver Hammer Sonja Pasadena, Calif Merideap Hore Over Riverview 4-H Club Iel Smith
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