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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1960
Page
1
Ole Hammer of HebronNebraska celebrated his 94th birthday with five daughters hosting at the Gardner home. Attending were numerous Hammer and Larson family members from Dallas Texas to local communities, acknowledging a long life and family ties.
New and renewal subscriptions received this past week include Hobson and Art Wallin with Courtland Western Light and Tele Co. of Dodge City, Pat Sandell III, E. Sandell, Warren Johnson, Rev. J. O0. Bookless, Wakefield, Wm Moe, Mrs. Roger McCaulley, Lincoln, and Don Burandt. The entries show new subscriptions and renewals for the period.
Notice of a special meeting of the Scandia Community Club Friday afternoon December 1:00 PM at City Office. President Carl Alma calls an important short meeting.
The Bible Study Group met at the home of Mrs. E. M. Eastvedt on Wednesday November 30 to study the Book of Proverbs. Members present included Mrs. Eva Sjolander Mrs. Bertha Granstedt Mrs. Agnes Cardwell Mrs. Leha Lloyd and others with Mrs. Eastvedt assisted by her daughter Mrs. M. L. Larson in serving lunch.
A fragment notes Clarice Fox has returned to her home and is described as a patient at Norton County Hospital, indicating a local health update. The wording is incomplete but confirms a domestic return and medical care.
A reflective piece invites taking time to truly listen to others and savor nature. It urges slowing down to notice trees and bushes, savor loved ones, small favors, robins, visits, and simple acts of kindness, valuing rest and shared moments.
The Truhy Group met at the Anama Lutheran church hall on Friday afternoon December 2 with good attendance. They tied two quilts for Bethphage for Christmas and prepared hospital gowns from men’s white shirts. The Junior choir and Cherub robes were ironed and lunch was served by hostesses Mrs. Wm Wilson and Mrs. W. E. Linden.
Mrs. Belle Etter aged 89 died at her daughter's home Tuesday after years of failing health. Survivors include two daughters Mrs. Peterson and Mrs. Carl Veteto of Scandia, a son Loren Hitter of Tucson Arizona, five grandchildren and ten great grandchildren with many relatives. Funeral services set for Friday afternoon December 9 at Riverview cemetery. Mrs Harry Appel returned to Kansas City after visiting here.
Rev and Mrs Ford R Miller and Lee were Sunday lunch guests of Mr and Mrs Pat Sandell with Lola and Danny. Mr and Mrs Max Berry with Gordon and Wade spent Friday evening with Mr and Mrs Max Thompson and family. Mrs Esther Mahagan returned to Lincoln Nebraska after a week here with relatives.
On a weekend schedule, Mr. and Mrs. Vachel Crawford hosted Wade as Sunday afternoon and supper guests at Formosa. Mrs. Mauda Farrell, Mac and Bill dined with Mrs. Glen Scrivner for Saturday dinner. Mr. and Mrs. Labon Marshall and Mr. and Mrs. Ben Marshall shared Sunday lunch with Mr. and Mrs. Charley Tuley and Charles.
Mrs Bertha Granstedt Mrs Lena Lloyd and Misses Josle Edna and Adah Robison spent Saturday evening with Sadie Robison.
Callers during the week included Mrs Loren Austin and Mr Otto Nelson households along with Miss Florence Nelson of Formosa and Mrs George Fike senior. Also listed were Leslie Bert Nelson Reuben Fredrickson and John among the local families entertained.
Mr and Mrs Maurice Medlin and family of Riley spent Thursday evening with Mr and Mrs Richard Loring.
The page lists Scandia High basketball games with dates and locations from Dec 9 to Feb 17 and notes a Burr Oak tournament. It also contains letters to Santa from local students, an FFA safety letter excerpt, and an honor roll list with grades and names.
A child requests gifts for Christmas including a kite a story book and a walking doll for Thayne Larson a tiny doll for cousin Kimy a toy gun for Kirk a ball for Kit a toy shotgun for Ain and a mention for Porter and Nanna.
The YWCA cabinet supper is moved to Tuesday evening December 13 and will meet at Mrs. Edith Norris's home at 6 30. A 29 cent grab bag will be served.
YWCA will meet December 12 at 7 pm in the clubroom. Bring a 29 cent grab bag gift for the Christmas meeting. Come and join us. Reporter. Mrs Labon Marshall spent Monday with Mrs Lee Bowersox of Belleville. Last week visitors at the Robert Scrivner home included several listed neighbors and Deshler residents.
Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Valek and family of Deshler Nebraska and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Scrivner were Thursday evening guests at the Clark Freed home. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Scrivner were Thursday afternoon coffee guests of Mrs. Walter Anderson.
Mrs. Milo Johnson and Mrs. Robert Scrivner joined Mrs. Geo Stromberg for Saturday coffee. Sunday guests at Mr. and Mrs. Carl Kallman included Mr. and Mrs. Earl Sankey and families with Verl Beck and Bernard Akens of Republic. H. C. Quantic attended the K State U versus Texas A M basketball game in Manhattan Saturday night.
Mrs. Harry Appel of Kansas City and Mrs. Frank Isaacson joined Thursday morning coffee hosted by Mrs. J. W. Smith. Later, Mrs. George Christie and Mrs. Isaacson visited Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Swanson on Saturday evening.
Leslie Spooner of Tacna Arizona visited the Hugh Modlin and Andy Thompson homes on Thursday. Several families hosted gatherings Friday and Sunday, including the Hall Fischer Stolander Loring and Stromberg households. The Bob Thompson family returned from California to Topeka after a weekend visit with Lester Thompson and Pat.
Miss Ia4 Isaacson was a Sunday dinner guest of Mrs. S. J. Swenson, according to society notes.
Mrs. Harry Appel of Kansas City joined Mrs. Olga Hugos and Mrs. Frank Ysaacson for a Wednesday evening gathering. The event centered on social chat and light refreshments among friends.
Mrs Lars Norgard, Mrs Russell DeWitt, and Mike joined Mrs Alfred Swan son, Mrs Bill Moe, and Mrs Jerry Strand for Saturday afternoon lunch with Mr and Mrs Geo Christie in attendance.
Mike Mary Ann and Melvin Waite spent Saturday evening with their grandparents Mr and Mrs Hilton Waite in a family gathering noted for its warmth and kinship.
Mrs. Fern Cuthbertson and Burl Cuthbertson visited Sunday dinner guests Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Rasmus senior.
Mrs Harry Appel of Kansas City Mrs Olga Hugos and Mrs Frank Isaac son spent Tuesday in Concordia and called on Mrs Ellen Johnson and Mrs Rex Ward who are patients in the St Joseph hospital and on Mr and Mrs Magnus Hanson at the Rest Home.
The She rdahi Boosters 4 H club met at the District 61 schoolhouse for its December gathering. President John Odell led in Silent Night with Steven Freed, minutes were approved, roll call answered Your Favorite Flower, and a hat auction was announced for the next meeting. Members earned a Purple Seal for charter completion, with five 4-H ers participating overall.
The Kansas Centennial Art Committee plans statewide exhibitions of amateur Kansas themed paintings wood work and sculpture. A county exhibit in Belleville will showcase the material entry by February 1. For more information contact Mrs. Max Berry Mrs. George Cardwell or Miss Blanche Haggman.
The Intermediate MYF met December 4 at 7 00 p.m. A film with the Senior MYF followed by a short business session and a lesson led by Kathy and Bob. Next Sunday at 6 30 p.m. they will carol then return to the church for Christmas gift exchange and refreshments hosted by the Uhrich and Lewellyn families. Lunch was served by Lola and Yvette with Mrs Pat Sandell and Mrs Ford R Miller assisting.
The Trinity Group met Mrs. Lena Fogelberg on November 30 to work on quilts and prepare gifts for Beth Ough Mission. Scripture and prayer were shared. The next gathering is set with Mrs. Alice Hammer on January 27.
The Over 60 club will meet December 14 in the Fellowship Hall of the Methodist church at 6:45 PM. The program begins at 7:00 PM with lunch and fellowship to follow. All residents over 60 are invited.
Businesses invite customers to register for Christmas turkeys starting next week. Participants can sign up at any participating business house and check the Journal next week for details.
Loren Isaacson invites involvement in forming a new young farmer group with an organizational meeting planned for winter on Thursday December 15. Cards will be sent out but some might be overlooked. A Lundell Mfg Co. representative is hoped to discuss the hay watering machine.
The Brownie group met after school at the City office to draw names for a Christmas gift exchange with a 35 cent limit. They sold Christmas cards and served lunch with Beth Lervold set to host next time.
The RAR club met December 2 in the afternoon with 12 members present. Bridge was played and a delicious lunch served. The next gathering is set for December 16 with Mrs W J Matthias.
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