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Newspaper

Scandia Journal

Location

Scandia, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1938

Page

6

Shower Honors Bride-To-Be Peggy McGregor at June Party

Mrs. A N Hedstrom and Mrs. Ivan Bergstrom hosted a mixed shower on Friday June 8 at the Bergstrom home for Miss Peggy McGregor. Guests played a floral wedding game and created a life history booklet for the bride followed by lunch and gift cheering.

A. N. Hedstrom Ivan Bergstrom Peggy McGregor E. A. McGregor Helen and Elizabeth McGregor Gladys McGregor Eva McGregor Lizzie Everts Fred Everts Mable Hammer Alfred Hammer Naomi and Evelyn Ruby Walters Ruth Sutton Mary Holgerson Elaine Loring Evelyn Carlgren Florene Stensons Helen Larkins Vivian Jensen Vivian Wright Dorothy Tallent Desmond Almquist Doris Gustava Ostberg Ted John Bergstrom Inez Loren Fred Hedstrom

Bridal shower honors Miss Peggy McGregor at Blakeley home

Miss Peggy McGregor was guest of honor at a bridal shower hosted by several young women and Mrs. S. D. Blakeley Thursday evening. The attendee list includes Helen McGregor of Concordia and many relatives and friends from area communities.

D. D. D. Club Hosts Evening At Ahrens Home

The D. D. D. Club met at the Ahrens residence Monday with Ruth Ahrens and Wilma Shivvers as hostesses. Guests included Mrs. Wayne Carter of Riverside California and Miss Clark Blanke who joined the club. Peggy McGregor won first prize in pinochle, Miss Blanke took low, and Miss Maxine Muth earned the galloping prize. Wafers and punch were served by the hostesses aided by Mrs. Ahrens. Attending were Gayl Tedrow Lucille English Maye Roberts Leora Loring Norma Aspegren Jeannette Ahrens Peggy McGregor Clarice Wallin and June Freed.

Peggy McGregor S. D. Blakeley Maxine Muth Maye Roberts June Freed Wilma Shivvers Dolores Miller Bill Clark George Cardwell Helen McGregor Concordia E. A. McGregor Roy Evert Thelma Jean Glen Veatch Courtland Lloyd McGregor Lizzie. Evert E. McGregor Fred Evert E. C. Wires O. M. Hardtaker Chris Nelson A. D. Johnson C. O. Reece O. E. Beach S. W. Moore E. C. Lynch John G. A. Nystrom Paul Ewing C. J. Hugos Clair Nondorf Mary West Blanche Hageman Della Mae Beach Mary Moe Arden Nelson Clara Blanke Verna Clarice Wallin Ruth Ahrens Ahrens Wayne Carter Riverside Calif Clark Blanke Miss Blanke Gayl Tedrow Lucille English Leora Loring Norma Aspegren Jeannette Ahrens

Birthday Surprise for Mrs. C. G. Aspegren in Republic

Mrs. C. G. Aspegren was surprised at home in Republic on her birthday with a gathering of relatives and friends. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Harold Lindberg Flush ing New York, Clarence Aspegren family, Carl Lindberg family, Duane Lindberg Beverly, Elmer Danielson family, Forsberg, Norris and many more from Republic Courtland Belleville and surrounding areas.

C. G. Aspegren Republic Aspegren Harold Lindberg Flushing New York Carl Wallin Richard Clarence Aspegren Oscar Aspegren Carl Lindberg Duane Lindberg Beverly Lloyd Lindberg Elmer Danielson C. A. Forsberg Bill Sanders Anna Kackley John Aspegren Henry Aspegren Courtland Clyde Norris Dorothy Aspegren Belleville Earl Price Wallace Aspegren Paul Beck C. F. Layton George C. Larson Norma Aspegren

Bride’s shower honors Miss Peggy McGregor with many guests

Mrs C B Stensons hosted a Friday afternoon bridal shower for Miss Peggy McGregor. Attending were Miss McGregor and a long list of relatives and friends including Mrs E A McGregor, Miss Helen McGregor of Concordia, Miss Elizabeth McGregor, Mrs Harold Hammer, Mrs Loyd Hammer, Mrs W H Brewer, Mrs Harry Hanson, Mrs Martin Larson, Mrs Hans Jensen, Mrs Melvin Smart, Mrs Fred Walter, Mrs Hilma Stensons, Mrs Ingwall Dyrdahl, Mrs Donald Wright, Mrs Russel Jacobson, Mrs Harry Ringer, Mrs Allan Vannice, Mrs Rex Gardner, and numerous Misses.

C. B. Stensons Margaret Dorothy Peggy McGregor Miss McGregor E. A. McGregor Helen McGregor Concordia Elizabeth McGregor Harold Hammer Loyd Hammer W. H. Brewer Harry Hanson Martin Larson Hans Jensen Melvin Smart Fred Walter Hilma Stensons Ingwall Dyrdahl Donald Wright Russel Jacobson Harry Ringer Allan Vannice Rex Gardner Evelyn Mae Carlgren Elaine Loring Natarie Larson Naomi Evelyn Elnora Hammer Florene Stensons Mildred Tiller Mabel Elsie Opal Vannice Betty Mary Eleanor Gardner

Birthday Celebration For Mrs Johnson Honored Guests

Celebrate Birthday Sunday afternoon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Johnson and family in honor of Mrs. Johnsons birthday were: Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Stafford of Formosa, Mrs. Sophia Johnson, Mary and Ed Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gabrielson and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Kauer, Mr. and Mrs. Cline Kauer and family, Mr. and Mrs. Grover Simmons and Donna, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Johnson and family, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Anderson and family, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Danielson, Mr. and Mrs Marker Lindecrantz and Robert, Mr. and Mrs. Lars Brown and children and Mr. and Mrs. John Carlson.

Martin Johnson Theodore Danielson Marker Lindecrantz Robert Lars Brown John Carlson

U and I Art Club Benefit At Masonic Temple

The U and I Art Club held a band benefit at the Masonic Temple Friday with eighty six attendees and receipts of 24 dollars. Prizes and scores were awarded in bridge and pinochle for both ladies and men, with several individuals named among winners and consolation and traveling prizes.

U and I Art Club Masonic Temple S. D. Blakeley Emma Swensen Verlee Reece Ruth Ahrens Betty Jo Cox Bridge Bill Kes Belleville Martin Larson Norway Carl Bentsen Dolores Miller O. M. Hardtaker Bill Kess Carl Hammer Bill Clark Olga Dutton J. C. Sherrard

Youth Conference Draws Solomon Presbytery Group

Dr and Mrs J C Everett with several guests attended the Youth Conference at State Lake Minneapolis for the Solomon Presbytery. Seven of 37 churches were represented with three from Republic county. Boasting was made for two Presbyterian Conferences to be held in Sterling and Emporia. Afternoon activities included swimming and games. An informal evening conference directed by Miss Helen Trindle followed.

J. C. Everett Nina Jean Hawkins Verlee Reece Betty Jo Cox June Underhill Scottsville State Lake Minneapolis Solomon Presbytery Marjorie Doctor Lola Burant Ada Kallman Francis Cornett Lloyd Cornett Orville Nondorf Rydal Republic County Sterling Emporia Helen Trindle First Presbyterian Church Salina

Farewell for Peggy McGregor at M. E. McGregor home

A family reunion at the M. E. McGregor residence Sunday honored Peggy McGregor who will soon depart for Oregon. Attendees included Helen and Peggy McGregor, Roy and Glen Evert, Elmer Evert and daughters, E. A. McGregor and family, Lizzie Evert, and Fred Evert, among others.

M. E. McGregor Peggy McGregor Oregon Miss McGregor Helen McGregor Concordia Roy Evert Glen Veatch Courtland Elmer Evert Daughters Republic E. A. McGregor Elizabeth Charles Lloyd McGregor Lizzie Evert Fred Evert

Amana Circle Meeting Hosts Guests Friday Afternoon

Mrs. C. A. Forsberg acted as hostess to the Amana Circle Friday afternoon with Mrs. Walfred Westin among the guests.

C. A. Forsberg Amana

Community Club Meets for Needlework and Brief Business

The Community Club met with 15 members and guests Mrs. Joe Johnson and sons Mrs. Artie Jensen and son Mrs. Bob Doctor Mrs. Myrtle Sanderson and Mildred Sederlin. They enjoyed needle work and a short business session. Next meeting will be with Mrs. Albert Jackson on June 15.

Gust Nystrom Joe Johnson Artie Jensen Bob Myrtle Sanderson Mildred Sederlin Albert Jackson

Hi Lo Club Hostesses Run Tuesday Evening Games

Mr and Mrs FlReno Sederlir hosted the Hi Lo Club Tuesday evening. Mrs Carl Hammer won high score with L G Nystrom low. Prizes went to Mrs O G Lowell and Carl Hammer. attendees included Clyde Norris Belleville H L Hampton and Donald. Metz Packing Co advertises binder twine.

FlReno Sederlir Carl Hammer L. G. Nystrom O. G. Lowell Clyde Norris Belleville H. L. Hampton Donald

Rosenquist Daughter Weds Blair in Platte City

Adeline Rosenquist marries Wor th A Blair on June 5 1937 in Platte City Missouri. She studied at Stephens College and Emporia Teachers College, taught in Scandia and Pratt, while Blair graduated from Kansas University and will lead music at Erie public schools after July 1.

Ed Rosenquist Courtland Adeline Worth A. Blair Wichita Platte City

Picnic Supper Attendees From Belleville Area

A Monday evening picnic supper featured Kenneth McCarty of Belleville and families including Mr. and Mrs. Lester Richards with Donald and Norma Jean, Mr. and Mrs. Dallas Cady with Faye and Lois, Mr. and Mrs. Clair Nondorf, Mr. and Mrs. Joyce Johnson, and Tra Richards.

Kenneth McCarty Belleville Lester Richards Donald Norma Jean Dallas Cady Faye Lois Clair Nondorf Joyce Johnson Tra Richards

Social Hour Club meeting notes June 2

The Social Hour Club met with Mrs. Esther Simmons on June 2 with twenty members present. Miss Amanda Rosene attended as a guest. The next meeting is set for June 16 hosted by Mrs. Avis Mallory, who will organize quilting.

Esther Simmons Amanda Rosene Avis Mallory

Milner Florell Couple Wed In Mankato Ceremony

Milner daughter Maxine married Loren Florell by Probate Judge Frank Kessinger in Mankato on a Sunday morning. The Florells plan to settle on A C Florell farm. Also noted are social visits in Superior Nebraska and a birth in Topeka, Linda Mae Jordan born June 2 to H M Jordan and wife Linda Mae.

Maxine Milner Ray Milner Belleville Loren Florell Frank Kessinger Mankato A. C. Florell H. M. Jordan Topeka Linda Mae Jordan Alice Wohlfort C. H. Freed

Birthday Basket Dinner at O A Johnson Home

A Sunday basket dinner honored Mrs. Johnson’s birthday at the O A Johnson residence. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Johnson and daughters, Floyd Johnson and family of Talmo, N S Cooper and Ralph, R E Cooper and family, Ralph Bowersox and family, Paul Housholder and family, H I Johnson and daughters, Milo Johnson and Elaine, Joyce Johnson and George Fike Jr.

O. A. Johnson Mrs. Johnson Johnson Floyd Johnson Talmo N. S. Cooper Ralph R. E. Cooper Ralph Bowersox Paul Housholder H. I. Johnson Milo Johnson Elaine Joyce Johnson George Fike, Jr

Birthday Honors for Richard Larson From Larson Family

Mr. and Mrs. Victor Erickson and Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Erickson and Lois were guests of Mr. and Mrs. George C. Larson and family Monday evening in honor of Richard Larson's birthday.

Victor Erickson Vernon Erickson Lois George C. Larson Richard Larson

Fairbury guests share weekend visit at Florell home

Francis Palecek of Fairbury Nebraska was a guest at the A C Florell home from Saturday evening until Sunday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Jim Seifert of Fairbury Mr and Mrs Jake Palecek of Munden and Mrs Eva Sothers were afternoon guests.

Francis Palecek Fairbury Neb A. C. Florell Jim Seifert Jake Palecek Munden Eva Sothers

District 88 Club Meeting Hosts Guests and Members

Mrs. Carl Aberg acted as hostess for the District 88 Club meeting held Friday afternoon with 12 members present. Guests included Mrs. Thomas Hay Jr and Mrs. Walter Berry.

Carl Aberg Thomas Hay, Jr Walter Berry

Nystrom Family Reunion Held at District 88 School

The Nystrom family reunion took place at District 88 School on Sunday with a basket dinner for eighty one attendees. Rev. and Mrs. Mark Smith and children from Wakeeney visited Mrs. Smith's sister Miss Lucretia Keys from Sunday afternoon to Monday afternoon as they traveled home from Wilmore Kentucky where Louise Smith attended Asbury College. Several relatives and guests, including the Ward and Rucker families of Belleville, Dungan of Beloit, and Van Gundy of Plainville, joined Dr. and Mrs. E. Porter Ahrens and Ed Ahrens for Sunday supper.

Nystrom Mark Smith Wakeeney N. J. Ward Judith Ralph Rucker Belleville Ralph Dungan Beloit John van Gundy Plainville E. Porter Ahrens Ed Ahrens

Dead Animals Removed Promptly by Trucker and Buyers

A trucking service offers rapid removal of dead animals and pays top prices for old live horses and dry bones. Belleville rendering works and Ryan Robinson Stock Yards advertise prompt payments and responsive service for cattle hogs and sheep. The classifieds also note offerings from Muncy's Dem Dust and A M Sanborn Lumber Co and farm equipment from Case machinery and McCormick Deering brands.

Belleville Ryan Robinson Stock Yards Kansas City Case Machinery and Repairs McCormick-Deering John Deere Emerson and Milwaukee Repairs R. L. Johnson C. W. West Rydal

Birthday Guests Honor Oscar Linden at Home

Oscar Linden was guest of honor at a birthday party at his home on Sunday afternoon. Attendees included Mrs. Linden, Mrs. William Linden, H E Rosene and spouse, Arthur Freed and family, Walfred Westin and Helen, John Fredrickson and spouse, Paul Fredrickson and spouse, John Naslund and Corinne, Russell Anderson and Paula Sue, plus Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd McGregor and family hosting Saturday guests Helen McGregor, Peggy and Elizabeth McGregor, Roy Moore, and Charles McGregor of Concordia.

Oscar Linden Linden William Linden H. E. Rosene Arthur Freed Walfred Westin Helen John Fredrickson Paul Fredrickson John Naslund Corinne Russell Anderson Paula Sue Lloyd McGregor Helen McGregor Concordia Peggy and Elizabeth McGregor Roy Moore Charles McGregor

Sunday Supper Guests Include Wilson Kin

Mrs. E. S. Wilson entertained at supper with guests including Mr. and Mrs. M. G. Loofbourrow of Kansas City Missouri Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Wilson of Concordia Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Wires and Andrew Wilson.

E. S. Wilson E. C. Wires M. G. Loofbourrow Kansas City Fern Hicks Superior Nebr Kansas City, Mo A. C. Wilson Concordia Andrew Wilson

Maytag Power Washer Sale at A M Sanborn Lumber Co

Real estate and hardware ad notes a Maytag power washer offered at 69 50, discounted from 94 50, with location at A M Sanborn Lumber Co and a partial address 1te-25. The item emphasizes a bargain price and local retailer.

Maytag A. M. Sanborn Lumber Co

Missionary Convention Attendance Tops Records in Salina

Reverend Miss Lucretia Keys Mrs Tony Gritten and several Gritten sisters plus Jane Ewing Ruth McGregor Lorna Virginia Mah an Elsie Burge and Christine Acree attended the State Missionary Convention of the United Brethren Church in Salina from Wednesday to Friday. The Kansas branch marked its largest convention ever. The Scandia group enjoyed dinners hosted by Mr and Mrs A S Mahan on Wednesday and Thursday.

Lucretia Keys Tony Gritten Eunice Irene Gritten Jane Ewing Ruth McGregor Lorna Virginia Mahan Elsie Burge Christine Acree The United Brethren Church Salina Kansas Scandia A. S. Mahan

Ministerial Association Meeting at White Rock Grounds

Rev and Mrs J E Englund and sons and Dr and Mrs J C Everett attended a meeting of the Minister ial Association of Republic and Je well Counties at the Old Settlers picnic grounds at White Rock Monday. Others from Belleville and Courtland also attended. A basket dinner was served at noon and a devotional meeting, held in the afternoon.

J. E. Englund

Picnic Dinner at Marion Community Park

Mr and Mrs John Heinerich and Dennis of Concordia join Mr and Mrs Wilbur Miller of Wichita Mr and Mrs R E Downing and Gene of Marion and Mr and Mrs Duane Johnson and Jacqueline for a Sunday picnic in Marion Park.

Marion John Heinerich Dennis Concordia Wilbur Miller Wichita R. E. Downing Gene Duane Johnson Jacqueline

Also Mentioned on This Page

D. D. D. Club Bride Amana Circle Hi-Lo Club Metz Packing Co Coffee Shop Rosenquist Blair Scandia Cleaners and Clothiers Muncy A. M. Sanborn Lumber Federal Land Bank Cloud Republic Counties Frank McLean Sec.Treas Allen Gunter W. C. Preble Plymouth W.C. Preble Derby Grain Co F. and M. Stores Co Santos Oye Mee Tao Comfort Wilste Cecur Bape Ivanhoe Range Paris Green A.M. Sanborn Lumber Co Scandia, Kansas Princess Cecil B. de Mille Buccaneer Fredric March Franciska Gaal Pat O’brien Kay Francis
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