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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1934
Page
2
Republic County's fastest growing weekly newspaper notes its establishment in 1871 and records its post office filing as a second class matter in Scandia Kansas under the 1879 wander act of Congress.
Published weekly offering a Thursday release with a subscription price of 1.25 dollars per year. Advertising rates shown include Local display per column inch at 20 cents and National display per column inch at 30 cents. Classified pricing available on request.
A collage of brief notes and quirky items from a Kansas City Star column mentions Byron Calhoun honeymooning in Canada, a rain ad in Hiawatha, a noisy neighbor's radio, a political platform against disturbances, a Scandia character, Russian thistles as greens, a Malteese cat and its four kittens, and weather affecting church attendance last Sunday.
A satirical column notes farm women taking a dentist visit as rare relaxation, recounts Diz E Hack’s downfall, and jokes about the Dionne quintuplets and summer heat. It reflects a columnist’s take on social trends with local color and quirky names like Massey known as Lawda.
A fragment notes Washington Bridge in New York City and mentions a strong fraternal line. The piece hints at travelogue style on engineering feats and urban landmarks without full context.
A long suspension bridge over the Hudson would save Jersey commuters time. A private group controls Mount Vernon and there is a push to transfer Washington’s home to government control. New York New England roads suffer from poor markings while traffic grows. railways may revive. Practical airships could address transport issues.
Kansas wheat and corn hog producers seek guidance on 1933 and 1934 payments and signatures. The Q and A explain when second installment payments will occur after proof of compliance is filed and certs approved, plus expected signing timelines for corn hog contracts and the outlook on wheat supply amid drought.
A collage of humorous notes from exchanges and editorials. Jests about Webster’s English, Will Rogers, Memorial day race comments, a New York radio club dinner, a newspaper riddle prize won by a woman, and a color map joke about Easter rouge. Also a tale of a newly married couple refusing a bed due to a dealer’s guarantee.
The death of W B Gulick at his Topeka home prompts sorrow from old friends in Scandia. He spent much of his life here with Gulick Mercantile Company, upholding the founder Maj C W Gulick's traditions. His health decline ended a long record of mercantile service to Scandia's credit.
A Western Advocate piece riffs on a child’s barnyard scene where pigs push a larger pig and chew its vest buttons. It also lampoons greeting norms in Concordia and jokes about public meeting showboats and Austin Butcher’s curtain offer.
Obituary notes Joyment Gulick as a county chairman and senator whose loyalty to friends and family marked a life of public service. He guided free fair legislation and remained a trusted figure after moving to Topeka, cherished by old associates.
G. P. Plotner announces candidacy for Republic County Kansas treasurer subject to Republican primary on August 7 1934.
IT hereby announce my candidacy for County Treasurer of Republic County subject to the Republican vote at the primary election August 7 CHAS. J. SKALA.
E. L. Shepard announces his candidacy for State Representative from the 60th district on the Republican ticket subject to the August primary.
The community gathered for a funeral service with a touching eulogy by former pastor Rev. J. C. Boyce now of Wamego. Music featured two spe03s by Mia Wires and piano accompaniment by Mary West, honoring the memory of a cherished local figure.
Local barber shop invites customers to try a cut or shave at Ward's Barber Shop with casual, friendly service and reasonable pricing. The ad highlights traditional barbering for men and boys in a neighborhood location.
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