Carnival Night At The School Carnival Event
At the Junior Senior Carnival Friday evening December 7 the school building hosts a minstrel show a popularity contest and sideshows including athletic stunts a tee dancer and a beauty parlor. The event features four wonders a boxing match an endurance swim a doll rack with eight faculty as targets and a children's merry go round. Crowning of the King and Queen follows with votes sold for a penny. Food booths and novelty sellers operate while a phrenologist offers head readings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Wall
Elsie Wall
Mary Ellen Brewer
John Nystrom
Dudley Doctor
Frank Nimocks
Ruth, Haggman
Evannah Larson
Richard Othberg
Lester Burns
Marceil Preble
Thornton Doctor
Laurance Rasmussen
Opal Brewer
Aspegren Urged for State Highway Board Vacancy
Friends of C G Aspegren state representative elect urge him to seek the district seat on the state highway commission as northern Kansas should be represented. The Journal previously noted Aspegren's qualifications and now joins supporters in promoting his appointment. Mrs Eric Erickson hosted the Community club meeting with fourteen members present.
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State Highway Commission
C. G. Aspegren
Aspegren
Paulen
Lamar
Salina
Kansas
Eric Erickson
Community Club
G. Nystom
Ed Woods
Marienthal
Eva Sothers
McCarty
Lee McCarty
Felleville
Belle Etter
Birthday celebration for Mrs. C. A. Isaacson
Family and friends gathered at Mrs. C. A. Isaacson’s home on November 26 to celebrate her birthday with a luncheon and gifts. Attendees included Mrs. Anna Boman Emil and Nathan Isaacson Joe Johnson and families Mr. and Mrs. Noble Isaacson Mr. and Mrs. John Brandstrom Mrs. J. Lason Evannah Larson Mrs. Huldan Bengston Mr. and Mrs. August Rasmussen Rev. Lundberg and Margaret Miss Velma Sanders. Mrs. Isaacson received a electric waffle iron and other gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Isaacson
Anna Boman
Emil
Nathan Isaacson
Joe’ Johnson
Noble Isaacson
John Brandstrom
J. Lason
Evannah Larson
Huldan Bengston
August Rasmussen
Lund
Neighbors Help Arthur Coldazier and Charles Rasmussen Husk Corn
Members of the A. H. T. A. and neighbors gathered Tuesday November 27 to husk a large amount of corn for Arthur Col dazier and Charles Rasmussen who were recovering from appendicitis in the hospital. The timely gesture was a kind and memorable aid from friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Coldazier
Chas. Rasmussen
Charles
Art
Lundberg kin to spend Thanksgiving with Lincoln parents
Alein Lundberg a first year student at Nebraska Wesleyan in Lincoln returns home for Thanksgiving with Rev. and Mrs. O J Lundberg. Dorcas society to hold annual meeting in church parlors Friday afternoon Dec 14 with reports and officers elected. Gift Shop ads follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alein Lundberg
Nebraska Wesleyan
Lincoln
O. J. Lundberg
Dorcas Society
Scandia Swedes Triumph In Muddy Turkey Day Clash
Scandia high school teams, the Flying Swedes, defeated Jamestown 13 to 7 in a delayed Thanksgiving game played in mud and snow. Jamestown arrived late, forcing a shortened exhibition that still produced a Scandia victory with a late fourth quarter score. Scandia outgained Jamestown 169 rushing yards to 65 and earned 12 first downs to Jamestown’s eight.
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Jamestown High School
Scandia High School
Jamestown
Scandia
Sendia
Somers
Davis
Doctor
Wetzel
Nystrom
Somer
Nhe
Early Day Coincidence Recounts Scandia Past Church
Gomer T. Davies recalls in a letter to The Journal how Rev A D Laughlin was the first pastor of the Presbyterian church in Scandia and notes a 1877 Solomon Presbytery committee that organized the church. He also details twin brothers with matching appearances and a humorous coincidence brought to light at a Fathers and Song banquet. Hats on sale at the Gift Shop in Concordia.
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the Journal
A. D. Laughlin
Scandia
Solomon Presbytery
Concordia
H. Fulbright
A. Doctor
James Kelley
Mary Kelley
Joseph T. Cooper
Nancy J. Cooper
Louisa Whitney
Elizabeth Laughlin
Ellen F. Laughlin
Charlies M. Laughlin
John Gomer Laughlin
Oregon
Republic City
Parlee
Gomer T. Davies
Republic county and district court notes highlight new officials
Sheriff elect Charles P. Nordman will take office January 7 succeeding Jake Hostetler. New judge elect Tom Kennett to assume January district term. Judge Hogin retires after eighteen years. Tax collection, court filings, school inspections, and four weddings dominate Republic county updates.
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Charles P. Nordman
Jake Hostetler
Hostetler
North Meridian
Dan Sherrer
Kansas City
Kansas
Baldwin
John C. Hogin
Washington County
Wheels of Justice
Mae Collins
Register of Deeds
S. J. Henry
Mont L. Hill
Hill
Henry
Wm. R. Goodwin
Susan Coppers
Wm. S. Coppers
Bankers Mortgage Co
Lena C. Pearcy
Glen J. Pearcy
Albert Persinger
Lizzie Persinger
Minnie Baker
Ghos. E. Baker
Tom Ken
Republic County
Scandia
John F. Hassebaum
Sophia M. Stimpler
Hebron
Edwin F. Olson
Clare Cederstam
Dee
Glen Rand
Ong, Nebr
Gladys M. Shults
Strang
Nebr
James B. Skidmore
Willard
Nora G. Prater
Rossville
Life Insurance Investment Offer Promises Savings and Security
A sales pitch from J. H. Rost of Belleville Kansas claims life insurance is a better investment than government bonds. He advertises fully paid up policies for young buyers with low annual costs and substantial eventual savings, offering several policy options and stating he represents multiple large companies. The notice mentions contact details and local household notices summary of residents Mrs M L Gunter and Alberta Etter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Rost
Belleville
Kan
Local developments and school notes from 1903
A. J. Riley buys the corner next to Kallman’s building for 400 dollars and plans a one story brick barber shop with medical offices. New ice houses for D. Davis and A. C. Thompson. Scandia district pupils listed as present in November. notes on visitors and local trips.
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A. J. Riley
Peter Kallman
Chas. Lysholm
Onte
Randolph
Kansas
D. Davis
A. C. Thompson
Scandian
Agnes Albro
Helen Brotchie
Ralph Happer
Henry Heinttzelman
Zella Herrick
Harvey Moyer
Justin Smith
Alfred Thornberg
Guy Tucker
Edna
Quiet wedding joins Cederstam and Olsen at parsonage
Edwin Olsen and Mrs. Clara Cederstam wed last Sunday at the Lutheran parsonage by Pastor Chas Pehrson. Mrs. Olson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pete Kallman, is longtime church organist and Bethany College conservatory graduate. Groom is ex service man and proprietor of Olson Hardware. they will reside on Kansas avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwin Olsen
Clara Cederstam
Chas, Pehrson
Olson
Pete Kallman
Conservatory of Music
Bethany College
Lindsborg
Olson Hardware
Kansas Avenue
Notice of Election for Drainage District No 1
Public notice to all real estate owners in Drainage District No 1 Republic county Kansas of an annual meeting to elect one board member for a five year term and transact other business. Meeting set for Saturday December 1928 at 2 pm at the Farmers and Merchants Bank Scandia Kansas designated by the district board. By order of Board of Supervisors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republic County
Kansas
Board of Supervisors
Farmers and Merchants Bank
Scandia
Bethany College Concert Company to Visit Scandia
The Bethany Concert Company of Bethany College Lindsborg will perform a 2 30 pm matinee at the Scandia high school auditorium on Wednesday December 12. Admission is 10 cents for grade pupils 20 cents for high school students and 25 cents for adults. The cast includes Stanton Fiedler Clarence Sawhill Henry Gibson Pauline Gleason Beth Hendrickson and William Stensons who also manages the troupe and will take the group to Kackley for an evening concert after Scandia.
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Bethany Concert Company
Bethany College
Lindsborg
Scandia
School of Music
Bethany
Stanton Fiedler
Clarence Sawhill
Henry Gibson
Pauline Gleason
Beth Hendrickson
Norway
Bethany School of Music
William Stensons
Kackley
Church Services and Meetings Schedule
Presbyterian Church holds Sunday School at 10:00 A M and Morning Service at 11:00 A M with theme The Value of Waiting Evening Service at 7 30 P M theme The Harmonizing Christ Christian Endeavor meets at the U B church led by the Fellowship Club subject My Ideal Girl Welcome In Circle gathers with nee Nimocks Wednesday afternoon ec 5
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
U. B. Church
Fellowship Club
Nee Nimocks
Methodist Church Announces Christmas Program Practice
The children meet this Saturday December 8 at 2 p m to rehearse the Christmas program. Sunday services include Sunday School at 10 a m Morning Worship at 11 a m Epworth League at 7 p m Junior League at 7 30 p m Evening Service. Universal Bible Sunday observed in morning hour with choir music. Choir practice next Wednesday evening. O J Lundberg minister welcomes all to services.
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Methodist Church
Epworth League
Universal Bible
O. J. Lundberg
Our Savior's Lutheran Church Service Schedule
Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Norway Kansas led by Pastor Torgeson offers Sunday School with adult Bible class at 10 and morning worship at 11 with Luke 21 25 36. The Second Coming of Our King is the theme. The Golden Rule group meets Saturday at the Harry Ringer home. Public invited to attend. Welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
Norway
Kansas
T. Orlin Torgeson
Harry Ringer
United Brethren Ladies Aid Food Sale and Services
The United Brethren Church hosts a Saturday food sale at the Aid building with supper served cafeteria style at five cents per article. Sunday features Sunday School at 10 A M on Divine Leadership in Paul’s Life, Christian Endeavor 6 45 P M on My Ideal Girl, and an evening sermon Betrayed with God at 7 30 P M. Teacher and officer meeting Tuesday at the superintendent’s home. Pastor Dr C W Snxder of Otterbein Home arrives Thursday December 13 for a group meeting with Concordia Norway Republic Mankato and other churches to cooperate. Your presence is requested.
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United Brethren Church
Ladies Aid
Aid
Paul
Christian Endeavor
Fellowship Club
Betraven
God
C. W. Snx¢der
Otterbein
Concordia
Norway
Republic
Mankato
D. V. Herrick
Amana Lutheran Church Advent Activities Report
The Amana Lutheran Church announces Second Sunday in Advent services with gospel, Sunday School, and morning worship. Luther League plans an evening devotional and a Bible study topic on the privileges of God’s children. An annual meeting is set for Dec 14 with officer elections and refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amana Lutheran Church
Luther League
Dorcas Society
Mariadahl
Clebourne
Kansas
New Automobile Gift Advice Promotes Nash 400
Elmer Fogelberg Nash salesman urges buyers to consider the Nash 400 as a family Christmas gift. He emphasizes test driving to understand why the country has chosen Nash. The note reads as a promotional statement from a local car dealer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nash
Elmer Fogelberg
Hides and Fur Company Ad Seeks Skins and Goods
Scandia Hides and Fur Co offers top market prices for furs whether skinned or unskinned. They also buy vases candle holders hand painted handkerchiefs necklaces gloves hose and silk underwear. Millinery and art needlework featured.
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Scandia Hides & Fur Co
Stores Offer Many Bargains In Scandia Christmas Drive
Merchants in Scandia decked stores with Yuletide decorations and stocked shelves with up to date merchandise. They urge home shoppers to buy locally to support Scandia’s business security and express neighborly goodwill by spending dollars at home.
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Scandia
Mrs Carl McDowell Dies at 34
Mrs Carl McDowell died Wednesday morning after pleurisy and pneumonia affected her heart. She was 34 and survived by her husband and two young daughters. Funeral services will be Friday at Union Valley church with interment in Union Valley cemetery. The community offers sympathy.
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Carl McDowell
Union Valley Church
Union Valley
Highland Neighbors Share Harvest Week News
Arthur Lorimer worked at Mrs Lorimer s home with Charles Woodka assisting on Saturday. Gladys Young helped with meals for threshing day. Seventh and eighth graders from Norway school performed a play Tuesday evening. Mr and Mrs Lester Tate hosted relatives for Thanksgiving. Roads were muddy and snow limited work. Several locals visited relatives and teachers spent Thanksgiving at homes nearby.
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Arthur ‘Lorimer
Chas. Walter
Sadie Walter
Minta
Clark Betts
Chester Wendka
Highland School
Grace Jenks
Belleville
Alvin Fall
Wilbur Kelly
Earl Patterson
Cora Young
Gladys
Elda Kelly
Norton
Providence Chapel Thanksgiving Roundup and Local Chores
Muddy roads linger after snow and rain as families gather for Thanksgiving. Lilian and Gertrude Wilbur return from Manhattan to visit parents and other relatives help with hog butchering and sewing injuries. Local notices include livestock sales and Christmas card sale by the Gift Shop in Concordia.
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Concordia Cash Store
Cuba
Narka
Bowe
Courtland
Patra
Lebanon
Jabanea
Pov
Bae
Jamestown IS
Court House
Wm. Hay
M. L. Gunter
M. Melle. Etter
Alberta Etter
J. Dorin
Clifton
Carl Lindberg
John Aspegren
Lloyd Lindberg
Claude Wilson
C. A. Forsberg
Carl
Algor Anderson
C. P.rvdell
Inga
Miss Wilson
Formosa
Stanley Schwahn
Emil Erickson
Joe Taylor
Almena
Mr. Taylor
Rydal
Bethany College People
Chas. Pehrson
Pastor
Highland and Vicinity
Providence Chapel
Lilian
Gertrude Wilbur
Manhattan
Stewart Wilbur
Dutch Berry
Bob Killy
Orrin Hammil
E. J. Fike
George
Cat
Virgil Johnson
Fred, Allen
George Fike
Dan Daniels
Haggman
Dean Fike
Harry Forney
Roy Kelly
Arvid Westbrook
N. Sanford
Jim Rose
Hammill
Poland
China
Eric
Gustav
Son
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