Sanborns Big Slogan Contest Ends With Ten Winners
Mrs Walter Coonrad of Narka won first place and a Maytag Washing Machine in Sanborns slogan contest ending Saturday December 24. Ten prizes were awarded from about 40 000 coupons. winners included Mrs Don Boswell Belleville and Robert Harroun Belleville with varied prizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Coonrad
Narka
Sanborn
Don Boswell
Belleville
Robert Harroun
J. H. Wisnerske
W. 8. Henry
Scandia
J. M. Brown
J. R. Freed
Adabell Tallent
Munden
Rosalie Konovalsky
Fenton Weeks
Frank Spurney
Lem Cooper
Harold Johnson
Republic County
Obedient Postmaster of Scandia Receives Toasts
Scandia residents praise Sherman English for five years as postmaster handling peak mail volume. He routinely works long hours from 5 30 am and sometimes until 9 pm, earning commendation for dedication and cordial service. Genevieve Freed visited her parents Mr and Mrs C H Freed over Christmas and returned to Topeka with sister June en route to Manhattan after New Year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scandia
Sherman English
Mr. English
English
Genevieve Freed
C. H. Freed
Topeka
June
Manhattan
Will Rogers and the counterfeit poet tale
A spoof about country editors craving good poetry and a man presenting work signed with a famous name. The editor believes the author is William Shakespeare after the signer proudly claims authorship of every word.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myelf
Willie Shakespeare
American News Features, Inc
Union Prayer Week Begins In Scandia Churches
The churches of Scandia invite all residents to union prayer services. The first service is next Sunday at 7 30 p m in the United Brethren Church. Meetings continue through the week at Union locations with Rev J C Everett delivering the message at the opening service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scandia
United Brethren Church
Presbyterian Church
Methodist Church
J. C. Everett
Church Notes and Announcements for Sunday Services
Sunday School and Bible Classes at 10. Morning worship at 11. Evening services at 7:30 led by the Luther League. Annual congregational meeting Tuesday afternoon January 10. Swedish services Sunday morning. Luther Leaguers fellowship next Thursday evening. Oyster supper and social hour. Thanks for cooperation during 1938. Happy New Year to all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther League
Luther
Week of Prayer Services Across Churches Begin New Year
Norway and Scandia Sunday Schools host morning sessions at 10 a.m. with preaching at 11 a.m. Evening services join the Week of Prayer nights from Jan 1 to 8, except Saturday, in various churches. All welcome to attend for spiritual renewal. Ladies Aid meets Tuesday at 2 p.m. with pot luck. Otterbein Guild gathers Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the parsonage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norway
Scandia
Otterbein Guild
Methodist Episcopal Church Announces Services and Events
Minister Joseph E. Englund invites all ages to Sunday School at 10 a m and Morning Worship at 11 a m with choir music. Sermon title Who Shall Preach the Best Sermon of 1939. Union Prayer Service at 7 30 p m at the U B Church. Ladies Aid monthly meeting postponed to Thursday January 12 to avoid Prayer Week. Rev and Mrs Englund thank donors for Christmas gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. B
The
Ladies Aid
Amana Lutheran announces New Year events and services
Pastor Linnerson invites readers to a Blessed New Year at Amana Lutheran M. C. Various meetings and services are scheduled including Luther League Thursday 8:00 p.m. New Year's Wake Saturday 10:80 p.m. with light lunch. January 1 service 11 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Young People 6:45 p.m. Evening service 7:30 p.m. Congregational meeting Tuesday January 3. Late Fish supper Friday January 6 at 5 p.m. All welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther League
Sabbath School and Communion Dates at Rydal and Scandia
New Year events announce Sabbath School at 10 a m with welcoming instructors. Rydal Sabbath School at 10 50. Both churches plan Lord's Supper services next Sabbath morning at Rydal 9 45 and Scandia 11 00. New members may be received into full communion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rydal
Scandia
Coming of Annie Draws Crowds on Local Screen
Fortune magazine finds half of American adults favor a comic strip with Little Orphan Annie topping popularity. Ann Gillis plays Annie in the film at Princess Theatre this weekend. The Merchant’s Show offers 10 cent tickets for Give Me a Sailor with Martha Raye and Bob Hope on Tuesday and Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fortune Magazine
Ann Gillis
Annie
Hollywood
Princess Theatre
Martha Raye
Bob Hope
Lincoln couple announce engagement in spring wedding
Mr and Mrs John Scott of Lincoln Nebraska announce the engagement of their daughter June to Edwin White oldest son of Mrs Theresa McDowell and grandson of Mrs May White of Scandia The nuptials are planned for early spring. The announcement appeared in the Lincoln Sunday Journal and Star with Miss Scott’s picture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Scott
Lincoln
Nebr
June
Edwin White
Theresa McDowell
May White
Scandia
Scott
Lincoln Sunday Journal
Montgomery Ward and Co
Carl McDowell
Kansas Motor Vehicle Deaths Drop in 1938 to December
Kansas reports 401 motor vehicle deaths through December 1, down from 460 the year before, a 59 life decrease in 1938 compared with 1937. November deaths totaled 39 versus 46 last November as patrols intensify efforts to make the holidays safer and curb accidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Col
J. B. Jenkins
Kansas State Highway Patrol
Jenkins
Christmas Gatherings Mention Local Families and Relatives
The notice lists guests at the Carl Lindecrantz home for Mrs. Lindecrantz birthday and a Christmas dinner at the Andrew Stafford home. Attendees include Marker Lindecrantz, Theodore Danielson, Martin Johnson, Elmer Danielson, Charles Gabrielson, Willard, Lindberg, Duane Lindberry, Tekla Brown, Edwin Rodgers of Aurora, J. P. Vandeveer, Gust Fogelberg, Will Vandeveer, and others from Jamestown, Superior, and nearby towns. Also mentions Vernal Dieckmann visiting from Superior Nebr. and H. L. Hampton’s family traveling from Marquette and McPherson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Lindecrantz
Andrew Stafford
Marker Lindecrantz
Robert
Theodore Danielson
Martin Johnson
Elmer Danielson
Charles Gabrielson
Willard
Carl Lindberg
Duane Lindberry
Beverly
Tekla Brown
Edwin Rodgers
Aurora
Irvin Currie
J. P. Vandeveer
Gust Fogelberg
Will Vandeveer
Harry Larson
Jamestown
Old Meerschaum Pipe With Amber Stem On Display
Adolph Nelson shows a rare Meerschaum pipe with a pure Amber stem. The piece, ancient in appearance, has been in Nelsons possession for over 20 years after a brother imported it from Europe. It is described as a beauty in the pipe line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adolph Nelson
Mr. Nelson
Europe
John Hooker Tops as a Fire Fighter at Sanborn Lumber
A general holiday fire incident at Sanborn Lumber Company shows John Hooker, manager of operations, quickly detecting smoke. He used a ladder and attic access to reach the blaze near the stove pipe, then personally fought the flames with an extinguisher for about 30 minutes until fire crews arrived, averting a disaster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hooker
Sanborn Lumber Company
John
Sott
Fire Department
Absent Minded Professors and Santa at Crider’s Store
A lighthearted column recalls Ed Wires blamed for a carload of groceries and gifts due to a memory lapse by a professor’s wife. Santa Claus visited Crider’s Cash Store distributing 160 children’s treats and 224 candy sacks last Wednesday. Neighborly visits wrap the note with supper guests from Spirit Lake and local families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Wires
Santa Claus
Crider's
Crider’s
Santa
Final Prizes Awarded Saturday in Scandia Contest
Jane Ewing won the $5 prize for the window display vote with a near total value guess. Duane Greenslade took first in best decorated home, with K V Cox and Guy Frazier earning cash prizes. Additional December 1921 and 21-24 prizes were awarded to local merchants and residents. Santa Claus rode through Main Street on a truck delivering treats to about 350 children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duane Greenslade
Scandia
K. V. Cox
Ole Frazier
Scandia Community Club
Jane Ewing
Miss Ewing
Kansas Power and Light Co
Guy Frazier
Ren Nordman
Scandia Hardware
Douglas Gile
Clover Farm
Fred Evert
Home Oil Co
Bud Barleen
Sanborn Lumber Co
Raymond Cooper
Haggman and Wires
Johnny Freed
Bernice Simmons
Hammer Grocery
Theodore Peterson
Crider
Santa Claus
Main Street
H. L. Hampton
Santa
Walter Anderson
Santa Elf
Herbert Johnson
Sam Greenslade
Porky Johnson Reels In A Fine Mink Then Rescues Pet Dog
Marnard Johnson known as Porky the Trapper found a fine mink last week, value high beyond ordinary estimates. The next day he rescued his dog Jiggs from a trap, a non monetary but priceless relief for the boy who traps for fun and funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marnard Johnson
Porky
Belleville Republican leader visits Scandia amid travels
John Schlutow of Belleville, chairman of the Republican Central Committee, visited Scandia last week while connected with the Sovereign Service Company. Myron McGregor spent Friday evening at the M. E. McGregor home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Schlutow
Belleville
Sovereign Service Company
Republican Central Committee
Scandia
Myron McGregor
M. BE. McGregor
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Will Rogers
Ada Lutheran Church
Kackley Car
G. Danielson
Bertha Fogelberg
L. M. Keys
Methodist Episcopal Church
Joseph E. Englund
Mrs. Englund
Amana Lutheran
M. C
Saveank Scradbook A
Bebe
Aaa
Rvutee
Salina
Coronados
Quivira
Coronado
C. F. Erickson
Edith Forsberg
Helen
Erieckson
Lewis Wallin
Lewis Croissant and Lyle
Lincoln, Nebr
Emil Larson
Laura Larson
Clarence Larson
Vera Smith
Mrs. W.L. Smith
Carl Wallin
Oscar Aspegren
Carl Aspegren
Marlene
Art Wallin
Noble Isaacson
Loren Bean
Raymond Holmes
Norton
Mamie Fraser
Stanley Schwahn
John Fraser
Vernal Dieckmann
Superior, Nebr
Mrs. Dieckmann
Lawrence Barlgen
Larry
Virgil Barleen
Spirit Lake
Idaho
Dr. E. Porter Ahrens
Axel Jensen
Gou
M. E. McGregor and Sone
Porky” Johnson
Schlutow
Ljutch
New York City
Holland
New Amsterdam
McClure
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