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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1929
Page
4
A humorous 1930 Scandia message to Santa lists eccentric requests for townspeople and local figures. Gifts include a hot toddy, new cars and gadgets, theater upgrades, and playful jabs at subscribers and neighbors. The note blends local names, companies, and community in a festive howl.
A series of end of term events include Christmas programs in multiple grade rooms, gifts distributed to students, and carols at the G R meeting on December 19. Activities feature a football captaincy for 1930, a January banquet, a junior play in February, and a toy donation to an Arizona Indian school.
A large audience attended a two part Christmas program at City Hall staged by Scandia grade and upper grade pupils. Frances Guthrie directed the toy shop scene with John Nystrom as the toy doll maker. the second part presented a Christmas pageant. The event was sponsored by the Scandia Parent Teachers Association with a small admission fee to cover expenses.
Amana Lutheran Church notes Sunday after Christmas service in English and Swedish. Gospel reading from Matthew is cited. Sunday School, morning service, no evening service. The Sunday School and choir present a Christmas program Thursday at 7 30 p m with an offering to defray expenses. Pastor Chas Pehrson invites open doors for the Christ Child.
Mrs Mary L Bird 73 longtime Hutchinson resident died yesterday afternoon at 808 Ave C East. Funeral from Johnson Funeral Home tomorrow at 2 30 PM burial Eastside cemetery beside late husband. Born Hickman KY Jan 15 1856 married A A Bird Paris IL 1877 moved to Kansas 1886 Scandia then Hutchinson 1889. Survived by four children and extended family with 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Women's Relief Corps members attend and take part in services.
Emporia Kansas December 24 All pupils of Kackley high schools will compete in the Every Pupil Scholarship contest nationwide. Kansas begins tests under Dr H E Schrammel. 117 tests and record forms ordered. The program, open to all pupils, uses classroom tests in physics algebra geometry American history constitution Latin typewriting clothing foods and English divided into four grade groups.
One of the year's top talks onscreen was shown at the Princess Theatre last weekend with Fast Company starring Jack Oakie and Evelyn Brent. It was a top Paramount attraction and the Princess is the only theater in Republic County showing Paramount productions. Mr and Mrs Ray Chilcott were in Jewell City Sunday.
A humorous narrative recounts Merrit Sigsbee's legendary shay built to withstand strain. It survives through centuries until the 1755 earthquake and then finally collapses on the Nineteenth of December, revealing the enduring lesson that a wheelwright’s flaw can topple even the sturdiest vehicle.
Myron Christensen of Norway held the winning coupon last Saturday at the Princess Theatre drawing for a $25 wrist watch. Coupons were given with paid admissions on Fridays and Saturdays for over two months, with numbers drawn from a locked box. The same coupons will award a $75 diamond ring next Saturday night to the holder of the drawn number.
Large crowds attended free Christmas film showings at the Princess theater in Scandia. Lions Club and local merchants provided candy and nuts for youngsters as Santa arrived at the end of the Saturday and Monday programs. Nearly 400 sacks were handed out after the matinee and a packed Monday crowd enjoyed The Scarlet Lady and the comedy Nothing to Wear.
Frank Mahan suffered severe bites and chest burns in a blaze described as threatening. Warren Bererever helped smother flames and cover him with an overcoat to save him. He is reported back at work and recovering rapidly at the Night Hawk Cafe. Other local notes include visitors from Des Moines and Berrever, and residents traveling for holidays.
Mrs 8 A Hageman Mrs J S Wilson Miss Blanche Aggmeo and Mrs Ed Wires joined others in Courtland Sunday afternoon for Mrs Frank Freeman's funeral. Mrs A LASpegren Norma and families visited in Winfield Kansas Tuesday. The Reeces and family headed to Winfield Town for two weeks with Harry Reece. Glada Etter of Hoxie Kansas returned home for Christmas with her mother Belle Etter. Marceil Preble visited Friday with Irene and Agnes Polley of Republic.
Mr and Mrs Walter Berry entertained Miss Florence Lervold and William Free Sunday evening in a small social gathering at their home with tea and light refreshments.
Clarence Albro, a United States rural letter carrier on route two from Scandia, marks twenty three years of continuous service. He estimates traveling over 200000 miles with about 80 stops daily, delivering to farmer boxes and, during busy periods, loading a five car capacity to handle Christmas mail. He expects a pension soon but plans to continue delivering when possible.
A fire last Thursday morning destroyed the Highland school building northeast of Norway. Teacher Frances Fickel reported a defective flue as the cause, with flames spreading from the chimney wall to attic and roof. Pupils and nearby residents summoned aid, and though furniture and fixtures were saved, the structure was a total loss. The school board plans to rebuild at the earliest opportunity.
The Princess Theatre will give a $75.00 diamond ring to the holder of the lucky number at the show next Saturday night. The drawing will occur after the first performance. Last Saturday over 400 attended the wristwatch drawing. expect a full house again and urging early arrival. Coupons issued in the past two months will be used in the diamond drawing.
The Princess Theatre presents Nothing But the Truth tonight with Richard Dix in a featured comedy. Also shown are short subjects and features. Ticket price remains 25 and 50 cents.
The column lists numerous local families visiting relatives and traveling for holidays. It notes engagements, school activities, and social visits among residents in towns like Fairbury, Lincoln, and Leonardville with names such as Mrs. Adtretes, Miss Marorie Lefiaurrow, and Mr. and Mrs. Harold Tingstrom.
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