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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1952
Page
1
The film features Ann Sheridan as a steel worker’s daughter and John Lund as the owner’s nephew eager to learn the steel trade. He steals the heroine, causes a crew setback, but redeems himself with a heroic rescue in a story set around an open hearth mill. Showing Saturday and Sunday, June 14-15.
The Scandia Methodist church observes its 75th anniversary on Sunday June 15 with an 9 45 Sunday school and 10 45 morning worship led by Bishop Charles C Selecman of Dallas Texas. A noon basket dinner follows, then an afternoon program of singing recognitions and a memorial service, and an 8 pm pageant of church history.
John Bookless son of Rev. J. Orville Bookless wins an $800 Bowers Scholarship for a four year college course at Kansas Wesleyan University Salina. Parents accompanied him to Salina Sunday to arrange summer employment and plan his fall enrollment at the university.
Marilyn Bookless Gantz graduated June 2 as part of the School of Nursing at Kansas University Medical Center. She spent the weekend at her parents Rev and Mrs J Orvine Bookless home and attended college events including a ceremony and exercises.
In the church area bids are received with limited readable detail from a fragmentary listing. The text mentions a bin for Pamela and a person named Wilk among other obscurities.
Fragmentary line from Beloit newspaper referencing names and places incomplete. No clear event or outcome discernible.
A Sunday gathering highlighted by Ms BLM Dovel and Mrs Chris Hiner among several attendees. The event reflected a quiet community social scene with informal conversations and refreshments.
Arthur Kennedy stars as a blinded World War II veteran who returns to society to rebuild life with Peggy Dow as the devoted U.S.O. hostess. Julia Adams, Will Geer, Nana Bryant and other cast members deliver strong support in a period drama about courage and renewal. Coming Wednesday June 18.
Memorial Day observance at the Princess Theatre featured Rev. N H Pearson and a varied program. Lee Loring presented carnations to two Gold Star mothers, Girl Scouts attended with colors, and graveside services were held at Riverview, Lutheran, and Norway cemeteries with Carl Larson and others leading.
The Social Hour Club met with May Sandell May 29. Eleven members and five guests attended including Mrs. Vernon Smith Mrs. Charles Mizer Marilyn Miss Donna Berggren and Miss Jolene Cline. Lula Waite and Mrs. Hanson provided entertainment. Enola Boylan won the hostess gift. A lovely lunch was served. Next meeting June 12 with Mrs. Elsie Berggren. Roll call noted a favorite recipe.
Mr and Mrs Charles Strnad and Nelda of Barnes and Mr and Mrs Jerry Strnac spent Saturday evening with Mr and Mrs Wm Clark.
A birthday party was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Arnt Carlson on Wednesday evening in honor of Mrs. Carlson's birthday. Guests included Mrs. Bill McClure, Ryan and Aland, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Swany and family, Mr. and Mrs. Richt Loring, and Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Danielson.
A partial guest list shows visitors to the Ed Swanson residence during the past week. Names include Anton Nelson Rev N H Pearson Mr and Mrs Elmer Danielson Mr and Mrs Steve Arnoldy a Reuben Fredrickson and Mrs S J Swenson plus Mr and Mrs Boyd Surge Mr and Mrs John ee MF and Mrs Paul Fredrick Mrs Laila F.
A pot-luck dinner hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Carl Mc Dowell drew a wide circle of relatives and friends from Narka Mor rowville Beloit Downs Wichita and Topeka. Numerous calls and visits occurred through Friday to Sunday with many extended families present. The N O Y B Club met at Mrs. Alva Thompson with eight members and guests. textile painting and lunch marked the afternoon. The next gathering is set for June 26 at Mrs Edward Forsberg.
Mr and Mrs Chester Anderson and Miss Mary West and Miss Blanche Haggman spent Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs Russell Anderson and family.
Mr and Mrs Vincent Aistatt Bad and Mrs Herman Newcomb and Dennis spent Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs Axel Jensen.
Mr and Mrs Axel Jensen attended the Alumni Banquet at Belleville on Thursday night with other graduates.
Mr and Mrs Johnny Lynch of Lincoln Nebraska Mr and Mrs Lee Ham mer and Lhana Lee of Concordia and Mr and Mrs Carl Hedin were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Bill Haskins.
Mr and Mrs Dean Johnson and Gail of Wichita visited over the Memorial Day weekend with Mr and Mrs Joe N Johnson Susan who had spent a week with her grandparents returned with them.
Mr. and Mrs. Dale Price and family spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hohman, sharing time and hospitality in a family gathering.
Mrs Charles Hohman left Friday to spend a week with her parents Mr and Mrs O F Perry of Emporia.
Mr and Mrs Max Thompson spent Tuesday evening with Mr and Mrs Alva Thompson and girls in a social gathering reflecting local family ties and neighborly friendship.
Mr and Mrs Maurice Freed and sons of Hoxie stayed from Friday until Sunday with Mr and Mrs Alva Thompson and their daughters.
Florence Nelson of Formosa and Misses Ethel and Alice Nelson of Kansas City visited weekend with Mr and Mrs Axe Nelson, sharing time in the household.
Mr and Mrs Silas Perry of Hardy Nebraska visited Friday morning with Mr and Mrs Duaine Greenslade.
Mr and Mrs Cloyd Nelson and Darrell and Mr and Mrs Hugh Seldon of Clyde spent the day Friday visiting Salina and Kanapolis.
Mr and Mrs Rodney Dovel and Mr and Mrs Martin Merrill with daughter visited Mr and Mrs Charles Merrily on Saturday in Miltonville.
Sgt. and Mrs. Pam Clark arrive at 8 on morning with Dayd continuing from Dir. and Mrs. Glenwood Freed and family for a three day visit.
Mr and Mrs Leonard LeSage and Mr and Mrs Chester Johnson and Karen of Concordia were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Charles Johnson.
A birthday party was held at the Henry with guests including Marvin Rosene and Rosene of Wichita. Others present were Mr and Mrs Russell Rosene of Kansas City, Mr and Mrs Oscar Linden, and Mr and Mrs Russell Anderson.
Mr and Mrs Glenwood Freed learn Sgt Gaylord Freed has exited Korea on May 23 and is en route home. The family awaits his return as news confirms his safe travel.
Mr and Mrs Raymond Cooper attended the Alumni Banquet on May 29 in Blue Rapids.
Nels farel visited as a Sunday dinner guest of Mr and Mrs H C Quantic in Bruce with Lais also joining the gathering.
Mr and Mrs Ron Clark of Kansas City spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs Wm Clark and Billy, sharing time with family members in a quiet social gathering.
Mr and Mrs Ben Denoyer and Mrs Art Emmert of Mankato were Saturday evening supper guests of Mr and Mrs George Cardwell and Steven in Mankato.
Mr. and Mrs. Lee Bettis and family and Mrs. R. J. Bettis of Ulysses spent the weekend visiting Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Bettis.
A basket dinner was held at the home of Mr and Mrs Andrew Staf ford to celebrate Andrew Staf ords birthday anniversary. Guests included Mr and Mrs Marker Lindecrantz and family Mr and Mrs Vernon Smith and Ra mona Mr and Mrs Lloyd Brown and family and Mrs Tekla Brown.
Mr and Mrs Jack Thull and Den ise of Cawker City were Sunday evening supper guests of Mr and Mrs Delbert Aspegren and family.
Mr and Mrs Alfred Hallowell and Terry Lee of McCook Nebraska spent Friday with Mr and Mrs George Baser. Mrs Hallowell and Terry Lee remained for a weeks visit.
Mr and Mrs Axel Jensen drove to Topeka Saturday where Loren entered St Francis hospital for X ray and examination.
Mrs Re Mi Dovel and Mr and Mrs Martin with Merrill and daughter spent Wednesday and Thursday at the Chris Hiner home in Fairbury Nebraska. Mrs Fred Hineba who has been visiting it for her.
The article explains approximate benefits for a 62-year-old housekeeper paying Social Security taxes. It notes a 65-year-old retirement could yield about $41 monthly, and outlines rules for a dependent husband and dependent mother scenarios, including conditions about support and prior work history.
Paul Young of the Social Security Administration will visit Belleville on Wednesday June 11 1952. People seeking information should call at the Courthouse Welfare office between 8 30 a m and 10 30 a m.
Over the last two weeks Gust Larson hosted numerous visitors including Mr. and Mrs. Gottfrid Larson Rev and Mrs N H Pearson I J Swenson Richard Loring Ada Aspegren Magnus Charles and relatives Steve Arnoldy Victor Carlson Ruby Johnson Carl Hugos Harry Hohman and Mrs Carl Reece.
Mrs. Paul Everhart and Linda visit the Simmons home along with Mrs. Sara Rydwall of Belleville and Ollie Miller. Also stopping by are Bill Bradford of Denver Colorado Mr and Mrs Big Simmons and Mr and Mrs Alva Thompson Mr and Mrs Elmer Thomas and Mr and Mrs Frank Isaacon and Carloe.
Friday evening visitors included Mr and Mrs Joe Owens Pattie Margie and Mr and Mrs Dean Johnson Susan and Gail joining Mr and Mrs Joe N Johnson for a family meal
Sunday evening visitors joined Mr and Mrs Everett Johnson in celebrating Everett birthday anniversary. Mia Lawrence Olson attended the gathering.
The annual school meeting for District No 6 will be held at the school house on Friday June 6 at 2 00 p m. Patrons are urged to attend as these meetings are important to the district and all residents.
The Harlan County Dam dedication occurs Tuesday June 10 1952 in Alma and Republican City Nebraska. Gov Val Peterson Lt Gen Louis A Peck and staff will lead a parade with dignitaries while traffic and crowd control are arranged by local and state authorities. Communities from Kansas and Nebraska have contributed bands floats and volunteers for a large celebration expected to attract about 15000 people.
Most Scandia businesses will shut all day Tuesday June 10 to observe the Harlan County Dam dedication ceremonies. The Scandia caravan departs about 6 30 a m, lining up west of the post office on Main Street, with a call for broad community participation.
The Sanborn Lumber Co offers a free film at the Princess Theatre tonight, Thursday June 5. Mr Hobson invites the community to attend and, after the show, attendees may visit the Sanborn store for coffee and doughnuts.
Both Scandia teams suffered losses last Sunday. The Midgets fell 16 to 2 and the Juniors lost 4 to 1. The Juniors host Byron Nebraska at Scandia diamond Sunday at 2:00 PM.
Fire last week destroyed the Rydal elevator and church after breaking out at night. Both buildings were completely destroyed and the cause remains under investigation.
Mrs. Hannah Freed of Topeka spent the weekend visiting friends and relatives in Scandia.
Maureen Hanson and Paul Trout of Hastings Nebraska were Friday evening dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Larm Hanson.
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