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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1914
Page
10
A compact snapshot of regional happenings travels along roads and rail lines, capturing incidents, arrivals, and community notes from various towns and districts. Authorities, residents, and local groups shape a mosaic of everyday events across the region.
Mrs. Samuelson of Holdredge Neb visited Thursday to Monday as a guest of Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Swan. Mrs. Hallgren stayed with Mr. and Mrs. A Forsberg. Chas Magnusson brought a new traction engine after repairs. Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Sandine and Eunice from near Jamestown, and Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Nywall visited Saronville Neb spending Sunday there and returning Monday evening.
Children Day will be observed at the Methodist church next Sunday evening with a special program. The Chapel S.8 in the country will celebrate on the following Sunday evening. George Sigsbee is working as a helper at the Scandia Lumber Co. yard. G W Nimocks and J H Samdell visited Topeka on Thursday on business before the Utilities Commission regarding Scandia Telephone Co. The main gauge at the F and My Bank registered 1.20 ingoe gl fall for this week. Rain Tuesday night brought heavy lightning.
Mr and Mrs H S Cooper left on No 28 Wednesday for Toledo Ohio to attend the National Clerks meeting of the Wood DAT. From there they plan to go to Toronto Canada to visit the Great Lakes and the east. They expect to be away about a month.
A. Ekiingson traveled to Belleville on Monday to handle business related to the final settlement of the Adolph FL Helgron state affairs.
A visitor praised the Beckman sale as the most thoroughly advertised ever seen for a soul own, claiming the broad publicity helps keep Scandia on the map.
Stanley Schwahn returned from Lawrence last Friday to assist Mr Freeburg in the implement business during the rush season. He expects to return to Lawrence in about three months.
The County Central Commencement will be held at the M E church in Belleville Friday evening. Eleven graduates will address the audience as part of the ceremonies.
Of S and Mrs J B Waite of Log LAdgidles Calif announcing birth of a son born 27 May. Eva Lind former foster-daughter of Mr and Mrs A Fonsberg. Eric Nelson returned from Nebr visit. W C Preble initiated Masonry. Nutter reports Scandia visit by H H Smith. U and I Art club hosted by Mrs Ryan with plans for June 12 meeting. Forsstrom delivering hogs on Scandia market. Rain Monday night cheers local mood.
Ralph Gale who has been in attendance at the University in Kansas City returned home Saturday and remained until Tuesday when he went to Agra to assist his brother George.
Notice of a new elevator charge in Scandia on July first and a bid interest for grain. Community notices mention Joe Brown, rugs from Wright, and Vincent returning from California to visit family after a long absence. Also updates on Mr and Mrs Bettig and Mart Larson’s move to Chicago for University work.
The August 5 6 and 7 dates for the Scandia Picnic are announced with plans for entertainment. A proposal urges churches and clubs to secure permission to run a rest park with seats water and shade for families and visitors during the three day event.
Edna Bush of Burlityeame Kats gives directions for drying rose leaves then creating a scented jar. Gather after dew, dry leaves with salt, stir daily until crisp, layer with spices and essential oils, cover jars and store. Keeps for years and releases fragrance when opened.
The ad notes a corked jar of spice for jaw mixtures and announces J. W. Criders Restaurant now operates after buying out W. C. Pence. It pledges to serve the public on short orders or lunches and invites customers to try their shine and previous summer service.
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