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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1903
Page
5
Large stock of lace stripes dimities pink blue plain batiste and linens offered by Whitney's. White india linens and dimities plus white percales and lawns priced at 5c to 50c. Corsets on sale include new styles and summer models with several bargain table items and price cuts from 1.00 to 1.25 down to 0.50.
Local store advertises Freling trunks from 4.25 to 7.00 with leather bound telescopes and suit cases all sizes. Also features summer gloves silk and lace Lisle, men’s shirts and underwear, and a grocery section with beef, flour, bran, short, soap, lye, canned goods, coffee, rice and other items at listed prices.
A brief note questions June weather and preferences for an overcoat. The writer admits objections to the subject and reflects on personal sentiment toward seasonal attire and climate.
A Concordia Blade opinion piece questions labor unions demands on the public sector. The column laments rising conflict and urges a search for truth beyond heated rhetoric.
Narka and Munden start their annual baseball squabble, a political feud that outstrips typical disputes in intensity and duration. The clash promises hearty rivalry as fans await the ensuing skirmishes and public reaction.
A Kentucky jury fears convicting a murderer citing fear of being killed. The text suggests a Western Kansas jury might share fear of acquitting for similarly potent reasons, reflecting juror safety concerns influencing verdicts.
A reflection notes conscience punishes Jessie Morrison more than the law, stating conscience creates a hell on earth for any wrongdoer, especially those not utterly depraved, presenting a moral judgment over legal justice.
Professor Georgeson of the Agricultural College argues Alaska could sustain a population of 10,000,000. He endorses the view that misery thrives in company and urges a broader settlement policy.
A correspondent raises whether women today appear as handsome as in youth. The piece notes beauty is subjective and hints one person grows handsomer each year while other views vary by perspective.
Gomer Tk Davies of Concordia Kansas was overwhelmingly elected Grand Master of the Kansas Odd Fellows at the recent election. With few exceptions he will receive congratulations and best wishes from every newspaper man in the state and many friends. Here is ours.
The Kansas political scene shows a split over Judge W. Ligolk's appointment to the United States Circuit Court of the eighth district. Senators Burton and Long endorsed another candidate, while the President and Roosevelt support Ligolk. The Lopeka Herald and Cy Leland back Ligolk, suggesting harmony amid rival factions and questions about campaign funds.
The piece urges life’s world to seek large hearted men scholars and heroes to shape destinies and fight oppression. It speaks of striving for truth and freedom and the reward of jasper floors and ransomed souls. The Nebraska paper laments subscriber losses and asserts honesty in paying for the paper.
The flood submerged Kanapa politics and left a vain hope. Recovery drags on as waters slowly fall, revealing a landscape altered and communities still assessing damage.
The Clyde Herald notes that Cal Morton seeks a single term as senator while he is already in a second term, arguing the claim lacks relevance given his incumbency and ongoing service.
The Jamestown Optimist editor's wife, Mrs. Kimmall, was adjudged insane after authorities cited her fixation on religious topics. The report notes that she is the editor's spouse who would not go crazy, reflecting contemporary judgments and rumors in the community.
The Kansas City Journal argues reserving surplus waters in irrigation basins near fountain heads could prevent floods in lowlands. It claims the plan achieves two public aims with one process, likening it to killing two birds with one stone.
The community failed to organize a Fourth of July celebration due to little local backing. I J Barber notes culvert design improvements while discussing flood issues. May rainfall in Republic county set records, with 18 inches of water reported.
Governor Bailey convenes a special legislative session on June 24 to address bridge legislation for Wyandotte County. The move aims to secure funding and expedite construction approvals.
A brief oddity notes a young man set for his wedding without shoes. The fragment hints at social views on marriage and its impact on others.
Peter Hansen arrived Tuesday for a visit with his parents Mr. and Mrs N Hansen.
The Belleville Kansas board of equalization met June 1 1908 at 1 30 pm with Rimol Ramsbottom and Sherwood present. C A Isaacson sought removal of excess tax on cattle including three head that died. the board reduced values and cancelled tax on the dead cattle. Boyd and Bens merchant stock claim was reviewed and no reductions were made. The board adjourned to 9 am June 2 1908.
Belleville Kansas June 2 1903 the board of equalization met with all members present. R Rimel presided. N Woodward claimed excessive assessment on the nw quarter of section 31 3. The land was not assessed proportionally and valuation changed from 74 to 4570. W D Mallen claimed excessive assessment on Lots 8 9 and 10 in Hallfowell subdivision Belleville blocks 3 4 and 5. After review those lots were reduced from 870 to 290. The board adjourned to 1 30 p.m. June 3 1903.
The Belleville County Clerk records a June 3 1903 meeting of the board of equalization with all members present chaired by R Rimolin. J T M Childs requested readjustment of the NW 1/4 of Section 41 in Township 2 West. After investigation the request was granted and the board adjourned sine die.
Rev A S Segerhammar and Miss Sigrid Scharling of Galveston Texas wed in the Swedish Lutheran church in Galveston on Wednesday June 10 at 4 pm officiated by J A Stamline D D of Lund Texas. The English language ceremony included bridesmaids Miss Snea Scharling and Bertha Peterson and groomsmen Charles Matson and Gustaf Hoglund. A reception followed with about 35 guests as the couple left the same evening for Scandia to attend the groom’s mother’s funeral.
State of Kansas Republic county probate court grants letters of administration for Christine Nilson, deceased. ALSANDELN named administrator urges all creditors to present claims within one year for allowance or be barred after three years from May 26, 1903.
Schorling stood as a prominent young member of Galveston’s Swedish Lutheran church, devoting time to Sunday school and the Young People’s Society. Rev and Mrs Segerhammar departed for Axtell Kansas, where Rev S now serves at the Swedish Lutheran church.
Mrs Cynthia Spencer of Corning Iowa arrives for an extended visit with her brother Frank Chadwick in the same town.
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