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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1934
Page
2
Republic County's Fastest Growing Weekly Newspaper established 1871 lists publication in Scandia Kansas with second class matter status. The paper prints every Thursday with a subscription price of 1.25 dollars per year and advertising rates for local and national display per column inch and classified lines.
The observation notes hogs as the farm yard aristocrats with high prices while corn remains costly. Farmers must calculate affordability for feeding as weather improves and mornings require a choke adjustment for cars. County farm agent H. J. Adams leads a busy office amid corn hog contract work and rapid county progress.
A collage of light items and social notes recalls a 1915 flood memory, with remarks on picnics in riverbeds and a can opener crisis. It mentions a photo caption about an infant, a rain chasing optimist, a gutter chin joke, and a preacher’s singing at a gathering. It lists weekend guests and relatives visiting from several towns.
In the Probate Court of Republic County Kansas the estate of Caroline E. Bentsen deceased announces letters of administration granted August 3 1934. All claimants must present their claims for allowance within one year or be barred. Gustav A Bentsen administrator and Henry H Van Nafta probate judge attest. 1934.
In the Probate Court for Republic County Kansas Amanda Ottilia Brandstrom executrix seeks a full and final settlement for the estate of Andrew John Brandstrom Deceased at the next term on September 15 1934 10 00 AM in Belleville Kansas for allowance of services attorney fees discharge of sureties and heirs determination all creditors and interested parties are notified by court probate seal August 11 1934 Henry H Van Natta Probate Judge
The City of Scandia Kansas adopts tax rates for 1934 covering General Fund at 3 mills, Street and Alley Fund at 1.98 mills, Street Lighting at 2 mills, and Bond and Interest Fund at 10 mills on all real mixed and personal property within corporate limits. Passed August 21 1984. Published in Scandia Journal August 23 1934. Sunday guests and local social notes follow.
State College experts urge Kansas farmers to conserve all feed and select viable seed to prevent shortages. Advice covers corn silage and hay making, sorghum, Russian thistle hay, and the need to preserve barley oats and sorghum seed, with protein supplements for dairy cows during dry periods. Bank reserves have risen while loan activity lags.
There are definite indications that the fall peak price for hogs will be higher than the late June price and likely arrive in late September. The major reasons for expecting hog prices to advance into late September are discussed.
Mrs Anton Edlund Miss Hulda Edlund Miss Florence Nelson and Anton Lund were dinner guests Sunday of Mrs Amanda Brandstrom. They and Mrs T A Wohlfort hosted Bessie and Axel that afternoon.
Mr and Mrs Martin Johnson and family and Miss Ruby Brown spent Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs Charles Gabrielson.
Mrs Carrie Webber Miss Yvonne Stromberg Wilma and John David Shivvers spent Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs Harry McGregor.
Mrs. Gertrude Wright departed from her St Cloud New Jersey home following a short visit with her aunt Mrs Gilbert Anderson. She had recently spent six weeks in Utah and Wyoming with other relatives and friends. Monday evening guests included Mr and Mrs Lars Brown and family, Mr and Mrs Elmer Daniel son and family, and Mrs Claire Tarn Arles and Normah. Friday dinner visitors were Mr and Mrs Lloyd Lindberg and family hosted by Mr and Mrs DeWayre Lindberg and Beverly.
Mr and Mrs Charles Elliot of Belleville are visiting relatives and spending the week with Mr and Mrs Mervin Elliot and Charles. The readable portion notes social visiting patterns and family connections in Belleville society.
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