Survey maps 16 dams 10 reservoirs on Republican river
U S Army engineers completed a preliminary survey of dam sites from Idalia Colorado to Milford Kansas along the Republican river and tributaries. The plan proposes 16 dams and 10 reservoirs with irrigation and power development tied to flood control. Sites at Scandia Milford and Republican City Nebraska were surveyed with 12 tributary sites also examined.
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Scandia
Republican Valley
Republican River
Idalia
Colo
Arickatee
Milford
Kansas
Republican
Congress
Republican City
Nebraska
Gifts Deluxe for Melby Children This Christmas
Mr and Mrs Lars Melby bought a full set of batteries for the farm light plant at their home place south of town for 135 dollars Elmer their son lives there. A like sum will be given to each of their other three children Clara Melhus Norway Lena Bincher St Louis and Arne Melby Dallas Texas.
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Lars Melby
Melby
Elmer
Clara Melhus
Norway
Lena Bincher
St. Louis
Arne Melby
Dallas
Texas
Will Rogers Humorous Story Sparks Family Banter
A dad jokes about supporting a fiancée on salary while a hopeful son suggests earning ten times as much to cover bills. The playful exchange captures classic humorous tone from American News Features.
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Jciida
American News Features, Inc
Lantern giveaway for Journal subscribers this Christmas
The Journal received a shipment of two way Kwik Lite electric lanterns this week. Lanterns are free for paid subscribers and new subscribers. Visit the Journal office to collect yours before Christmas.
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the Journal
Journal
Church Notes and Announcements for Christmas Activities
Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock children meet at the church to practise for the Christmas program. Sunday the Church School meets at 10 A M and the morning worship at 11. Sunday evening at 7 there is a musical program and installation of Epworth League officers. Christmas morning service begins at 5 380 A M. The Church School program is planned for Sunday evening Dec 27. Wednesday evening Dec 23 volunteers meet to decorate. A cordial invitation to all services.
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Epworth League
Christmas Program At Presbyterian Church
Sunday School meets at 10:00 with Christian Endeavor at 7:00 P M A Christmas program is set for eleven o clock Sunday morning A final practice is planned for Saturday afternoon at the church All who have roles should attend The note praises Sunday School growth and invites bringing new members to continue the work Going and growing church outreach encouraged
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Christian Endeavor
Ada Lutheran Church Advent Services and Activities
Ada Lutheran Church in Ada announces Fourth Sunday in Advent services with John 5 31 39 text. Sunday school and Bible class at 10 morning worship at 11 and evening service at 7 30. Choir rehearsal Monday evening. Ladies Aid hosts December 17 with Mrs Emil Johnson and Mrs Henry Johnson. Luther League Bible study Friday evening December 18. Welcome to our services.
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Emil Johnson
Henry Johnson
Ladies Aid
Luther League
The Little Friendly Church Service Ad
Amana Lutheran M C Linnerson pastor invites attendance at Sunday School 10 am and Morning Worship 11 am with Young People 7 pm and Evening Services 8 pm. Deacons meet in parsonage Wednesday at 2 30. Swanson opens home for Neighborly outreach.
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the Little Friendly Church
Amana Lutheran
M. C. Linnerson
Jesus
Methodist Church Announces Special Christmas Services
Special Christmas services at the Methodist Church are scheduled. December 20 at 7 o clock features carols and installation of Epworth League officers. Christmas morning at 5 30 includes service with offering for a college in Evanston. December 27 at 7 30 presents a Sunday School program.
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Methodist Church
Cigrus
Epworth League
Juletta
Evanston
Conservation Program Announced For 1987 Plan
Secretary Henry Wallace unveiled the 1987 Agricultural Conservation Program mirroring 1986 with payments to farmers who shift from soil-depleting to soil-conserving crops and implement approved soil-building practices. He noted drought and varied hurdles, but many farmers joined the 1936 effort. hundreds of meetings shaped improvements and streamlined administration.
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Henry Wallace
Sec. Wallace
Washington
H. R. Tolley
Checks Expected This Week for Soil Conservation Farmers
Checks totaling nearly 100000 dollars are due to arrive this week for single owner operators under the soil conservation program. County agent Henry J. Adams notes group owners will receive theirs later after sign up meetings and new forms become available in Kansas.
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Department of the Government Farm Program
Henry J. Adams
Kansas
Melbys entertained by Rev Linnerson and Luther League
Mr and Mrs L A Melby were entertained at home last Sunday evening with songs and devotions by Rev and Mrs Linnerson and the Luther League at their residence.
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L.A. Melby
L. ‘Linnerson
The
Luther’ League
Rev J E Murphey Visited Osborne in Scandia
The Reverend J E Murphey was in Scandia on Wednesday visiting local residents and addressing community matters.
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J. E. Murphey
Osborne
Scandia
Jennie Thompson Dies After Illness Near Dunning
Jennie Thompson author of Local Pioneer Events columns in the Journal died of diphtheria last Saturday near Dunning Nebraska. She and her parents Mr and Mrs A C Thompson had recently moved to live on her brother Halbert's ranch in a new house he built.
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Jennie “Thompson
Journal
Mountain Mumps Successfully Staged by Junior Class
A three act comedy Mountain Mumps was presented by the junior class on Friday December 11. The well attended performance grossed over fifty dollars and featured Evelyn Brown as Peg Sothern aiding Mrs Chilton and family as they groan their way into society. Cast members included Timothy Regan LeRoy Nelson Link Forester and a lively ensemble with Virginia Lee Marshall Bill Goodwin Ralph Hawkins Ada Kallman Alice Coldazier Kenneth Danielson George Thompson Georgine Johnson and a trio Faye Cady June Freed Frances Cooper. Specialities between acts by Eldred Freed Jean Clark and Valjean Jackson and a finale number by the same trio.
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Timothy Regan
LeRoy Nelson
Link
Forester
Herbert Johnson
Virginia Lee Marshall
Bill Goodwin
Ralph Hawkins
Ada Kallman
Alice Coldazier
Kenneth Danielson
George Thompson
Georgine Johnson
Faye, Cady
June Freed
Frances Cooper
Holiday Lights Brighten Main Street in Scandia
Scandia's Main Street glowed with holiday color last Saturday as decorator Adolph Nelson and two assistants strung colored lights across four intersections. Two large candles hung above the Post Office and Home Oil corner while stores displayed Christmas trees in windows and on the sidewalk, creating a pleasing nighttime display.
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Main Street
Scandia
Adolph ‘Nelson
Home Oil
Lars Brown Recovers After Hay Rack Accident
Lars Brown is recovering from injuries after a fall from a hay rack two weeks ago. A broken board caused the fall, wrenching muscles and cracking ribs. He received medical aid at the doctor’s office.
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Lars Brown
Miltonvale visit to the Johnsons near Kackley
Mr and Mrs E W Burns Mrs G Nystrom and Mrs Westerberg of Miltonvale spent Tuesday afternoon with Mr and Mrs August Johnson and sons near Kackley.
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E. W. Burns
G. Nystrom
Westerberg
Miltonvale
August Johnson and Sons
Kackley
Santa Claus Arrives Thursday in Scandia With Gifts
The Grand Old Man will arrive Thursday December 24 at 3 o clock and hand out nuts and candy to children. Local merchants advertise ample stocks and holiday specials to attract thrifty shoppers for a broad range of gifts and festive foods this season.
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Scandia
Santa ‘Claus
Santa
County Tournament Set for Belleville Venue
The County basketball tournament will be held February 18 19 20 in Belleville after a School Masters Club decision. Belleville Chamber of Commerce will furnish the gymnasium rent and trophies while the county plans a free throw contest under last year’s rules. The rotation to alternate between towns was approved to share hosting duties with Narka and Munden faculty women hosting a Christmas exchange and games.
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Belleville
Belleville Chamber of Commerce
Narka
Munden
Republic
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