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Scandia Journal

Location

Scandia, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1949

Page

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Luck of the Trish at The Princess Theatre this weekend

20th Century Fox presents The Luck of the Irish starring Tyrone Power and Anne Baxter at the Princess Theatre Saturday and Sunday January 15 16. The comedy romance travels from Ireland to New York with a shamrock touched plot and witty ensemble including Lee J Cobb Cecil Kellaway and Jayne Meadows.

20Th Century - Fox Tyrone Power Anne Baxter Princess Theatre Power Miss Baxter Stephen Fitzgerald Ireland Walls of Jericho Colleen New York Steve Fitzgerald Nora D. C Fitz Horace Cecil Kellaway Edmund Gwenn Mr. Kringle Lee J. Cobb Call Northside 777

Frontier Marshal Rereleased at Princess Theatre

Frontier Marshal starring Randolph Scott Nancy Kelly Cesar Romero Binnie Barnes and John Carradine comes to the Princess Theatre for Tuesday and Wednesday January 18 and 19 It is 20th Century Fox encore picture of the past first produced in 1939 and rereleased this time Wyatt Earp brings the law to Tombstone Arizona with his blazing six guns The saga of the wickedest wildest frontier days ends with a shootout and lawmen.

West Wyatt Earp Old West Frontier Randolph Scott Belle Starr Frontier Marshall Nancy Kelly Cesar Romero Binnie Barnes John Carradine Princess Theatre 20Th Century-Fox Tombston, Ariz

Mystery in Mexico at Princess Theatre Thursday

The missing detective tale centers on an insurance investigator from Los Angeles sent to Mexico City to find his vanished colleague. William Lundigan Jacqueline White and Ricardo Cortez star in a realism rich romantic drama with kidnapping danger and a Mexico City setting.

Mexico RKO Radio Princess Theatre William Lundigan Jacqueline’. White Ricardo Cortez Our Republic Mexico City Lundigan Los Angeles Miss White Cortex Jon Palooka

Y W C A Meeting Set With Club Leaders

The YWCA will meet Monday January 17 at Club rooms with Mrs Walter Boyles as program leader and Mrs Irving Isaacson as social chairman.

Y.W.C.A Walter Boyles Irving Isaacson

Engagement announced for Alice Arrabella McDowell and Allen C. Harder

Carl E. McDowell announces the engagement of his daughter Alice Arrabella to Allen C. Harder son of Mrs Julian Harder of Chicago Ill Miss McDowell served two years in the U S Marine Corps and lives in Chicago Ill at 1634 E 58th Street and works as a Dictaphone operator at Mall Tool Co Mr Harder a Michigan University graduate spent three years in the U S Army and is employed by Mall Tool Co No wedding date set yet

Carl E. McDowell Alice Arrabella Allen C. Harder Julian Harder Phillips Ave Chicago Ill Miss McDowell U.S. Marine Corps E. 58Rd Street Mall Tool Co Harder Michigan University U. S. Army

Ladies Auxiliary Unit Meeting At Legion Hall

The Ladies Auxiliary Unit of Post 193 met at Legion Hall on January 5. Eleven members answered roll call. Minutes were read and approved with no treasurer report or business reported. Members sewed carpet rags for the veterans hospital. Pearl Strom and Louise Strom served lunch. Next meeting set for January 19.

Ladies Auxiliary Legion Hall Veterans Hospital Pearl Strom Louise Strom

Birthday surprise for Ida Isaacson at pot luck luncheon

Miss Ida Isaacson enjoyed a pleasant Wednesday afternoon surprise at her home as guests gathered to honor her birthday anniversary. A delicious pot-luck lunch was served to the honorees and a long list of attendees including Mrs Paik bertina Isaacson Mrs Walter Boyles Mrs C G Yammer Mrs Benny Lervold Mrs S J Swenson Mrs Denaeune Mrs Harvey Hammer Mrs Greenslade Mrs Frank Ty Mrs Minnie Anderson Mrs Reu Johnson Mrs N H Pearson Mrs Stofer Mrs E Porter Ahrens Mr F Algot Anderson Mrs Will Kallman and Mrs Alice Hammer.

Ida Isaacson Paikbertina Isaacson Walter Boyles C. G. Yammer Benny Lervold S. J. Swenson Denaeune Harvey Hammer Greenslade Frank Ty Minnie‘ Anderson Reu Johnson N. H. Pearson Stofer E. Porter Ahrens F Algot Anderson Will Kallman Alice Hammer

Mr and Mrs Leonard Freed Host Friday Guests

Mr and Mrs Leonard Freed and family were Friday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Oscar Odell.

Leonard Freed Forfuly Oscar Odell and

Scandia Swedes Hit Schedule in 1948-49 News

Scandia School exhibits a full basketball slate from December through February with games against Munden Jewell Simpson Cuba Burr Oak Courtland Jamestown Republic Randall Narka and more. The Swedes win 36-28 over Burr Oak on January 4 and lose 46-28 to Courtland on Friday night.

Munden Scandia Jewell Simpson Cuba Burr Oak Courtland Jamestown Narka Randall Republic Clyde Agenda Courtland Tigers Séandia Swedes Narka Tas

Thanksgiving Dinner Guests Gather At Ostberg Home

Mrs Gustava Ostberg and Ted hosted a 7 o clock Friday Turkey dinner with guests including Mr and Mrs Grant Norman and son John and Eric Wennersten of Topeka Mrs Grant Norman Sr of Chicago IHS Mr and Mrs Enoch Anderson and Sharon Miss Ellen and Oscar Ander son of Courtland Mr and Mrs Elmer Funk and Ernest of Jamestown Mrs Charlie Hugos of Denver Colo Mr and Mrs Axel Hedstrom Mr and Mrs Victor Herrman and Clarence Mr and Mrs Richard Loring Mr and Mrs C A Smith Miss Emma Svenson and Mr and Mrs Eugene Herrman and Doris Beth.

Gustava Ostberg Ted Grant Norman John Eric Wennersten Topeka Grant Norman, Sr Chicago IHS Enoch Anderson Sharon Ellen Oscar Anderson Courtland Elmer Funk Ernest Jamestown Charlie Hugos Denver Colo Axel Hedstrom

Dinner honoring wedding anniversaries at Courtland hosts

Dr and Mrs E Porter Ahrens entertained Saturday night for Mr and Mrs C C Green Mr and Mrs Herbert Johnson and Mike of Courtland Miss Irma Dietrich and Mr and Mrs Arnold Perry Marcia and Diane The occasion honored Mr and Mrs Green and Mr and Mrs Perry whose wedding anniversaries occur on the same date

E. Porter Ahrens C. C. Green Herbert Johnson Mike Courtland Irma Dietrich Arnold Perry Marcia Diane Green Mrr Perry

Freed Family Celebrates Leonard Freed Birthday

Mr and Mrs George Freed and family Mr and Mrs Orrin Reed and family Mr and Mrs Glenwood Freed and family and Milton Freed spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Leonard Freed and family celebrating Leonard s birthday anniversary A basket dinner was served at noon.

George Freed Orrin Reed Glenwood Freed Milton Freed Leonard Freed Leonard

Mrs Lena Lloyd Hosts Delighted Supper for Janet Kay Briscoe

Mrs Lena Lloyd entertained Friday evening in honor of her granddaughter Janet Kay Briscoe who turned five. Attending were Mr and Mrs Frank Granstedt Janet Kay Myron James Patricia Lou ise Briscoe and Franklin Lloyd.

Lena Lloyd Janet Kay Briscoe Frank Granstedt Janet Kay Myron James Patricia Louise Briscoe Franklin’ Lloyd

Lindecrantz announce birth of Janet Carlene

Mr and Mrs Lawrence Lindecrantz of Manhattan announce the birth of a daughter Janet Carlene on January 4. Grandparents are Rev and Mrs C O Nordell of Hamill South Dakota and Mrs Jennie Lindecrantz of La Grange Texas.

Lawrence Lindecrantz Manhattan Janet Carlene C. O. Nordell Hamill, So. Dak Jennie Lindecrantz la Grange

Mr and Mrs Wallin as Thursday evening guests

Mr and Mrs Lewis Wallin were Thursday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Walter Henry.

Lewis Wallin Walter Henry

Last Thursday Social Guests Attend Clarence Strom Home

Mrs. Guy French Mrs. Merle Milner and Mrs. Hilton Waite were evening guests of Mrs. Clarence Strom last Thursday.

Guy French Merle Milner Hilton .Waite Clarence Strom

Sunday Social Visit Highlights Cuthbertsons Hosts

Mr and Mrs Carl Cuthbertson welcomed Ralph and Mrs Ralph Rasmusgen for a quiet Sunday afternoon gathering.

Ralph—Rasmusgen Carl Cuthbertson

Stafford Family Visit With Vernon Smiths

Mr and Mrs Andrew Stafford and Bernita spent Wednesday evening with Mr and Mrs Vernon Smith and Ramona Johnson in a social gathering lasting several hours.

Andrew” Stafford Bernita Vernon Smith Ramona

Walker Guests Attend Sanderson Home Visit

Mr and Mrs Alfred Walker of Marilyn and Donna were Sunday afternoon guests of Mr and Mrs Dale Sanderson, joining their son and daughter for the visit.

Alfred Walker Marilyn Donna Dale Sanderson

House guests from Topeka and Chicago visit Ostberg home

Mrs Gustava Ostberg hosted guests last week Mr and Mrs Grant Norman and their son John with Eric Wennersten of Topeka. Mrs Grant Norman from Chicago also attended.

Gustava Ostberg Ted Grant Norman John and Eric “Wennersten Topeka Chicago

Birthday Dinner for Mr Simmons at Simmon's Home

A pot luck dinner was held Sunday at the home of Mr and Mrs George Simmons in honor of Mr Simmons birthday anniversary which fell on Saturday. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Elmer Thomas Mrs Ethel Simmons Oliver Donnie and Hildur Mr and Mrs Alva Thompson and qucdy and Mr and Mrs Simmons.

George Simmons Simmons Elmer Thomas Ethel Simmons Oliver Donnie Hildur Alva Thompson Qucdy

Mrs Stanley Moe Hosts Supper for Stanley Moe Birthday

Mrs. Stanley Moe entertained to supper Saturday evening in honor of Stanley Moe's birthday anniversary. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Addison Carlson, Mr. and Mrs. Chester Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. Lendell Graham of Mankato, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Henry, and Alvin Moe.

Stanley Moe Stanley Addison Carlson Chester Anderson Lendell.Graham Mankato Walter Henry Alvin Moe

Courtland Birthday Honoree Larry Nystrom Fetes Family

Mr and Mrs Joe N Johnson Mr and Mrs Dean Johnson and Susan Mr and Mrs Artie Jensen Richard and Virginia and Mrs Ella Burns were Thursday evening lunch guests of Mr and Mrs Lawrence Nystrom and a family in Courtland honoring Larrys eighth birthday anniversary.

Joe N. Johnson Dean Johnson Susan Artie Jensen Richard Virginia Ella Burns Lawrence Nystrom Courtland Larry

Methodist church W S C meets for Thursday service

The W S C of the Methodist church gathered in the church parlors on Thursday afternoon with Mrs Inez Cox directing the worship service and Mrs Joseph Johnson leading the program. Theme: By His Light Shall the Nations Walk. Hostesses provided a delicious lunch.

W.sc.s Methodist Church Inez Cox Joseph Johnson

Hay Dinner Guests Highlight Aurora Visit

Arthur Hay and Barbara of Aurora were dinner guests Sunday of Mrs. Louise Hay.

Arthur Hay Barbara Aurora Louise Hay

Tacky party and supper hosted by Berggrens

Mr and Mrs Vic Berggren of a Republic entertained Saturday evening with a tacky party and supper. Guests included Mr and Mrs Clarence Strom Mr and Mrs Guy French Mrs Elsie Naple Mr and Mrs Merley Milner Mrs Helen Mosher and Mr and Mrs Hilton Waite.

Vic Berggren A Republic Clarence Strom Guy French Elsie Naple Merley Milner Helen Mosher Hilton Waite

Mr and Mrs Weir Social Evening With Hallgrens

Mr and Mrs Nathan Weir spent Friday evening with Mr and Mrs Gust Hallgren at their home, sharing a quiet social gathering and conversation.

Nathan Weir Mrs Gust Hallgren

Ocobocks Spent Evening with Cardwells Saturday

Mr and Mrs Lyell Ocobock spent Saturday evening with Mr and Mrs Charlie Cardwell.

Mrs. Lyell Ocobock Mrs Charlie Cardwell

Mr and Mrs Nathan Weir Guests of Hallgren couple

Mr and Mrs Nathan Weir were Wednesday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Verle Hallgren. The visit followed by social conversation at the Hallgrens home.

Mrs Nathan Weir Verle Hallgren

Sunday guest Kenneth Tuley visits Histori Waite and Billy

Kenneth Tuley was a Sunday evening guest of Mr and Mrs Histori Waite and Billy.

Kenneth Tuley Histori Waite and Billy

Sjolander Family Hosts Sunday and Wednesday Supper Gatherings

Mr and Mrs Lars Notgard and Mr and Mrs Russell DeWitt with Judy were guests of Mr and Mrs Charlie Sjolander and family Sunday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Eustace Sjolander and family were entertained at supper. Wednesday evening Mr and Mrs Jonni Sjolander Mrs Evans and Mr and Mrs Charlie Sjolander and a family attended.

Lars Notgard Russell DeWitt Judy Charlie Sjolander Eustace Sjolander Jonni Sjolander Evans

Cooper and Barbara Cooper Guests of El Reno-Sederlin

Sunday evening visitors to Mr and Mrs El Reno Sederlin were Mr and Mrs R E Cooper and Barbara. The item notes a social visit in a local society column.

R. E Cooper Barbara el Reno-Sederlin

Mrs Stolander and Dorothy Visit Mrs Larson Thursday

Mrs. Charlie Stolander and Dorothy spent Thursday with Mrs. Harold Larson, sharing calls and company in a small social gathering.

Charlie Stolander Dorothy Harold Larson

Wednesday Visitors Visit Local Couple Mr and Mrs Williamson

Mr and Mrs Lars Norgard and Mr and Mrs Russell Bewitt and Judy were Wednesday evening visitors of Mr and Mrs Clarence Williamson.

Lars Norgard Russell BeWitt Judy Clarence Williamson

The Gay Intruders at Princess Theatre Tonight

Tonight at the Princess Theatre the farce comedy The Gay Intruders will headline. The program includes Warn er-Pathe News short subjects and additional features for a rib tickling evening.

Princess Theatre Warner - Pathe News

Currie and Strnad form new plumbing heating shop

Jerry Strnad has acquired R E Cooper's interests in Currie and Cooper Plumbing and Heating Shop. The combined firm will offer plumbing heating tire repair sheet metal and gutter services. Currie will remain briefly to finish income tax work and clear remaining stock. The Journal congratulates the new partnership.

Jerry Strnad R. E. Cooper Currie and Cooper Plumbing Currie Cooper

Birthday and social visits honor local residents

Last week callers at the Oscar Berggren home included Mr. and Mrs. Warren Berggren and others from Belleville and area. Floyd Johnson received a birthday supper at his home Sunday with O. A. Johnson, Lucille, Paul Housholder, George Fike, Everett Lee, and Floyd Johnson’s family present.

Floyd Johnson O. A. Johnson Lucille Paul Housholder George Fike Everett Lee

DeWitts Celebrate Second Anniversary With Norgards

Mr and Mrs Russell DeWitt and Judy Sto landinger and Mr and Mrs Charlie Stotlander and daughters were Saturday evening lunch guests of Mr and Mrs Lars Norgard celebrating the second wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs DeWitt.

Russell DeWitt Judy Charlie Stolander Lars Norgard DeWitt

Clay Center Woman Visited by Gaoper Family

Eve Sandborn of Clay Center spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs Gaoper and their daughters.

Migs Eve’ Sandborn Clay Center Mrs. E."gaoper

H D U Members Meet At Mrs Peterson Home

The H D U gathered at Mrs Carl Peterson’s home last Tuesday with 11 members present. A glass etching lesson was presented followed by a dainty lunch served by the hostess.

H.D.U Carl Peterson

James Currie Attends Wednesday Supper with Currie Family

James Currie was a Wednesday Supper guest hosted by Mr and Mrs Glenn Currie and their family.

James Currie Glenn Currie

Belleville Couple Hosts Sunday Dinner Guests

Mr and Mrs Nathan Weir and Mrs Garold Talent were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs R V Godsey of Belleville.

Nathan Weir Garold Talent R. V. Godsey Belleville

Beloit visitors stay with Cardwells over weekend

Mr and Mrs George Cardwell and Steven hosted over the weekend Mr and Mrs A H Lorentz of Beloit as house guests.

George Cardwell Steven A.H. Lorentz Beloit

Mr and Mrs Woodrow Anderson Visit Glenn Currie Home

Mr Woodrow Anderson and Mrs Anderson along with Marilyn spent Friday evening at the Glenn Currie residence.

Woodrow Anderson Marilyn Glenn Currie

Dinner Guests at Dr Rimol Home

Joseph Melhus, J LaVerne and Harold were Sunday dinner guests of Dr Anna Rimol.

Joseph Melhus J. LaVerne Harr Old Anna Rimol

Mr and Mrs Medlin Host Supper Friday Evening

Mr and Mrs Maurice Medlin and Neal entertained Mr and Mrs Gene Spitler and his daughter to supper Friday evening in a social gathering. The event featured casual conversation and hospitality provided by the hosts.

Maurice. Medlin and Neal Suppeet Gene Spitler

Berggren Family Sunday Dinner Gatherings Noted

Mr and Mrs Charlie Berggren hosted Sunday dinner with Mr and Mrs Grant Berggren and their family, highlighting a family gathering in the community.

Charlie Berggren Mrs Grant Berggren

Mrs Albert Moe Hosts Fri Reception With Friends

Mrs Albert Moe entertained close friends at a Friday gathering described as a warm social event in the local notes. The host appreciation reflected the community spirit among attendees.

Sunday Guests Named Mrs Aarora Johnson and Mrs Mary Nystrom

Mrs Aarora Johnson and Mrs Mary Nystrom were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Rekold Nystrom and their daughters.

Aarora Johnson Mary "Nystrom Re ¥Kold Nystrom

Melbys Spend Thursday Visiting Randall Family

Mr and Mrs Elmer Melby spent Thursday in Randall as guests of her mother Mrs Ole Hanson.

Elmer_Melby Randall Ole Hanson

Nyland and Cooper Dinner Guests in Clay Center Neb

Mr and Mrs John Nyland and Johnny and Mr and Mrs Dallas Nyland and Rosemary were last Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Roscoe Cooper and family in Clay Center Nebraska.

John Nyland Johnny Dallas Nyland Rosemary Mrax Rolscoe Cooper Clay Center Nebr

Dinner Hosts Honor Jones Family at Sunday Gathering

Mrs. Frank Knocke hosted a Sunday dinner honoring Glenn Jones and his son James, with Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Walter and Mr. and Mrs. John Jones also in attendance along with Donald and Harold.

Frank Knocke Glenn Jones James C. R Walter John Jones Donald Harold

March of Dimes Campaign Opens in Scandia Township

The annual March of Dimes drive runs January 14 to 31 with Mrs. Arnold J. Perry as chair. canvassing will span the township and proceeds stay in the county for local aid. The campaign ends January 31 with a Princess Theatre showing of Diamond Jim starring Edward Arnold, with all profits to the March of Dimes fund.

Arnold J. Perry Princess Theatre March of Dimes Fund Diamond Jim Edward Arnold Diamond Jim Brady Scandia Community

C E S Meets January 3 With O E S Officers In East

The C E S met Tuesday evening January 3 with Mrs Lloyd Nelson as Worthy Matron and El Reno Sederlin as Worthy Patron presiding in the East. Lloyd Norris served as Substitute Associate Patron. The annual reports of Secretary and Treasurer were read. Josie Robison reported on the O E S bene fit and picture show. A lunch was served. The next meeting is January 18, with initiation practice January 16 at 2:00 p.m.

Lloyd Nelson ElReno Sederlin Lloyd Norris Josie Robison O.E.S

Larson Couple to Celebrate 50th Anniversary Open House

Mr and Mrs Carl T Larson invite friends and relatives to an open house honoring their fifty years of marriage on Saturday January 15 from 2 00 to 4 00 PM No gifts requested at this event hosted at their home with well wishers urged to attend.

Carl T. Larson

Augustana Choir to Perform Devotional Program in Concordia

The nationally known a cappella choir of Augustana College Sioux Falls S D will give a devotional concert at Concordia High School Monday January 24 at 8 00 p m. The program is sponsored by Concordia Lutheran Church Rev John C Kilde announces. The 58 member group directed by Dr Carl R Youngdahl has traveled over 60000 miles in 27 years and appeared at national federation of music clubs events and coast to coast radio broadcasts.

Augustana College Sioux Falls S. Cak Concordia High School John C. Kilde Concordia Lutheran Church Carl R. Youngdahl Minnesota Wisconsin Iowa Youngdahl National Federation of Music Clubs

SHERDAHL HLD U MET AND OFFICERS APPOINTED

Sherdahl HLD U met with Virgie Peterson on January 4 with 11 members present. Lula Waite installed officers Myrtle Cardwell president Mabel Johnson vice president Qpal Rasmussen secretary treasurer Flossie Rasmussen reporter. Meeting date moved to second Tuesday monthly. Farm and Home Weeks announced for March and April at Beloit. Glass Etching discussed by Johnson and Flissie. next meeting set.

Sherdahl Johnson Flissie

Mrs Elmer and others visit Rex Sandell home

Mrs Elmer Danielson Mrs Pat Sandell and baby and Mrs N E Sandell were Saturday evening callers of Mrs Rex Sandell and baby at the Oscar Berggren home.

Elmer, Danielson Pat Sandell Baby N.e.sandell Rex Sandell Oscar Berggren

Fragmentary Wedding Notice Mentions Hilma Stensaa and Clovis Hodgson

A partial social notice references Hilma Stensaa and Clovis Hodgson with a couple living in a residence, listing Mrs and Mr titles and indicating a near connection or event. The fragment lacks full context or dates.

Hilma Stensaaa Ira Clovis Hodgson Innér Mra

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