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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1905
Page
2
Mr Bellfield of Lacrosse Kansas has purchased the Chelf elevator here and plans to buy corn as soon as he settles in. He has rented the Lervold house formerly occupied by J W Long and will move his family here soon. The JOURNAL wishes him success in his new venture.
The Luther League social is set for Wednesday evening September 6 at Forsbergs in Scandia with a band providing music. The Sunday School plans an afternoon program. In Lin coln Nebraska last Thursday Miss Lula Paynter and Mr J A Merrill of Scandia were married at friends’ home. Mrs Merrill sister of Mrs A L Coleman and Paynter family. Jim Merrill, Rock Island operator here, praised for accuracy. Newlyweds to visit parents then trip to Denver before returning to occupy Nordmark house on 3rd street. The Journal extends best wishes.
Notice to interested residents that Helen Kadinac and other householders seek a public road opening in airview township Republic county. Viewers A Wegal F P Wells and W H Perkins to meet August 21 1905 at the starting point in section 23 township 2 south range 2 west for hearing per law. may adjourn next day if needed. Witness July 8 1905. WL Waters county clerk.
Coleman and Nye barbers praise Manhattan laundry calling it the very best in the city, attributed to agents in an endorsement note for local services.
A brief ad notes five ten cent cigars for twenty five cents at Palace Drug Store. The compact listing highlights a fuel of bargain tobacco items in a small neighborhood shop.
Cuba beat the Indians 5 to 4 as part of a string of results including Belleville’s 7 to 6 13 inning win over Irving and Concordia’s 10 to ? victory over Courtland. A remarkable note from Saturday showed only 27 Indians batted with five reaching first and none advancing past first, a rare feat. The Narka boys received praise for their conduct and hospitality, per the Scandia Journal, contrasting with Cuba Daylight’s later write up.
The Indians were shut out 4 to 0 by Scandia in a game marked by strong fielding and timely hitting. Owens pitched well for Scandia and Linden made a running catch, with Morris delivering key plays in center. Between 400 and 500 fans attended as umpire Henry and scorer Whittey saw the action.
A brief notice states the Sherdahl post office will be discontinued after September 30. The message appears cryptic with unclear references such as a laundry basket and A. J. Rinry.
A brief civic note warns residents about eye care and the dangers of improper lens fitting. It emphasizes caution with unverified methods, urging readers to seek proper instruction and avoid risky practices that could harm eyesight.
Letters from multiple customers dated 1903 to 1905 express gratitude for eye examinations and glasses. Names include Mrs Emily Hull Yardy Nebraska J D Beem M Edgeley North Dakota Dr I Barbour Ainsworth and J I Pearson Justice of Peace. Compliments cite perfect satisfaction and professional competence.
Bargains in fly nets and covers. We stock barn door hinges Myers hay carrier and fine screen doors. Builders hardware Heath Milligan paint width covers offered at good value.
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