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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1936
Page
2
The Observation Tower notes the nutfish and kalas season winding down and social programs likely resuming normalcy after holiday feasting. It recalls 1935’s storms and misfortunes while hoping for 1937 improvements in crops and river projects, and closes with New Year wishes and local holiday gatherings.
In Republic County Kansas the Probate Court will hear a full and final settlement of the estate of Carl Gustav Aberg on January 17, 1936 at 2 PM at the Belleville courthouse. Creditors and all interested parties may appear for allowance of services attorney fees and discharge of duties and release of sureties. Oscar E Johnson administrator signs the notice in Belleville on December 16 1935.
In Republic County Kansas Probate Court Belleville the next term on Friday January 31 1936 at 10 am for a fall and final settlement of the estate of Elmore A Rosene deceased. The hearing seeks allowance for services and attorneys fees and discharge from further probate duties. August Rosene Belleville Kansas December 23 1935.
Anton Erickson born January 2 1864 in Dal fors Falulan Oresacken Sweden came to the United States in 1880 living in Clay Center Wy more Sherman county and Republic county Kansas before settling nearby Death followed a motor car accident December 22 1935 at age 71 years 11 months and 20 days He survived by his brother Edward and many relatives Funeral services were held December 24 1935 at the Methodist Church Scandia Rev B W Seling officiating Interment Riverview
Fred D. Peterson, 74, died Friday night December 20 at his home 106 North Fillmore Topeka. Born December 22 1860 in Sweden he came to the U S at age seven and lived in Topeka 30 years. Survived by wife Emma, daughter Mrs Victor Peterson and son Edward Peterson of Elmont plus two nieces Mrs Hannah Larson of Courtland and Mrs Clara Bell of Saginaw Michigan.
Probate court began proceedings on the estates of Joseph Lovei of Albion township on December 23 and Isaac M. Lindanwood on December 26. A civil service exam for Courtland postmaster will occur soon with a $1500 yearly salary limited to local residents. Two civil cases were filed last week in district court: Thermon Bruncilius versus Kasl and Henrietta Young versus Ernest Young for divorce.
Alberta Roberts of Republic spent Friday night and Saturday with Pegey McGregor, according to local social notes.
Mr and Mrs Walter Hartenbower of Douglas were Thursday dinner guests of M ro n J Hooker during a social visit.
A Christmas basket dinner was served on Christmas Day at the Oscar Aspegren home in Crewe ill. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Carl Wallin and their sons, Mr. and Mrs. Joble Isaacson and Loren Dean, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Wallin and their daughter, Cleo Ward of Washington IA, Art Wallin, Margaret Hendricks, and Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Aspegren and family.
Miss Lila Goodwin of Topeka and Mr. F S Goodwin of Belleville were supper guests Thursday with Mr. and Mrs J A Hooker.
Mr and Mrs Henry Rosene and Mr and Mrs Oscar Linden were Christmas evening visitors of Mrs Joe Freed, sharingholiday greetings and companionship.
Mr. and Mrs. George Cardwell and Cecil Brand of Belleville were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Rene DeNoyer and Lenabell. Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Henry and Philroy were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Shaeffer of Belleville.
Edna Noble of Republic visited from Thursday until Saturday with Peggy McGregor.
The report lists multiple gatherings around Mankato with visitors from Denver and local households. Families including Johnsons, Werners, Andersons, Henrys, Tedrows, and Isaacsons are noted hosting or visiting during Thursday to Saturday events and Christmas meals. Names such as Ida C. Johnson Fred Engwall Geneva Flesher and Ada Mae Isaacson appear among the hosts and guests, indicating a community network of relatives and friends gathering across households.
Ruth Kellogg of Wakeney visited with Mrs D L Crider Saturday. Mr and Mrs D L Crider and Gloria were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Ed Loring and Leora. Mrs Ida C Johnson of Denver. Mrs Fred Engwall, Mrs Marvin Engwall, and Quentin, Mrs E S Wilson and Andrew, and Blanche Hageman were Thursday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs E C Wires.
Mr and Mrs Walfred Westin and Helen entertained guests on Christmas Day. Attendees included Mrs Amanda Brandstrom, Clarice Nelson, Rev and Mrs B W Selin and Carl, Mr and Mrs John Naslund and Corrine, Mrs William Linden, and Mr and Mrs John Fredrickson, Lily and Paul.
Mr and Mrs C V Nichols and children visited in Topeka from Tuesday to Sunday with relatives and friends. Mrs L Scofield, Nichols mother, returned to Scandia to spend the winter there. Mr and Mrs Fred Moe Ila Marie, Mr and Mrs J R Stofer, and Stanley Moe were Christmas afternoon visitors of Mr and Mrs Paul Moe.
Mr and Mrs R E Downing and Gene visited Hoisington. They planned to stay Wednesday at the Stephens home. Mr Downing returned home Saturday with Mrs Downing and Gene remaining longer for the visit.
Mr and Mrs Adford Johnson and sons and Mr and Mrs Ray Chilcott were guests Friday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs Joyce Johnson for an oyster supper.
Mr and Mrs Carrol Anderson and daughters and Mr and Mrs WW Ss Henry and Philroy were Christmas eve guests of Mr and Mrs J O Anderson.
Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Davis spent Christmas Day in Miltonvale with relatives. Mr. Davis returned Wednesday evening while Mrs. Davis remained until Saturday.
Sunday evening dinner guests were Mr and Mrs Clare Nondorf visiting Mr and Mrs J T Davis at their home.
Mrs Carl McDowell and Peggy McGregor, daughter of Lincoln Nebraska, were dinner guests of Opal Currie on Sunday December 22.
Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Currie welcomed a daughter named Marjorie Joan born on Thursday December 26.
Atchison visitor Nell Severson, staying from Sunday to Tuesday, visited with Gerleva Johnson.
Ada resident Jeandebeur from Salina is in town visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. George Jeandebeur.
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Lindecrantz and Gust Lundin joined Mr. and Mrs. Marker Lindecrantz for a Saturday dinner hosted by Mr. and Mrs. John Carlson.
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