Post Office Notice From Scandia Kansas
Second class matter at Scandia Kansas post office under act of Congress March 3.
19 Jun 1930
Page 1
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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1930
Page
1
Second class matter at Scandia Kansas post office under act of Congress March 3.
Chas P Nordman announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for Sheriff of Republic County noting he has filled the office during the past term and will be subject to the party's will at the August primary election.
County Treasurer candidate T. J. West declares run for the Republican voters in the August primary, seeking the office of Treasurer of Republic County.
Henry H. Van Matta enters the Republican ticket as a candidate for probate judge in Republic County subject to the August primary voters. The filing signals a formal bid in the local race.
L. E. Cooper announces candidacy for the office of county clerk of Republic County. He seeks the Republican voters support at the August primary, asserting his readiness to serve and submit to the will of the party.
Fragmentary notice shows a political filing related to the Republican voter in the August primary election. It cites M. L. Hill and references the county clerk’s office.
William C. Perry seeks the Republican nomination for county attorney in Republic County. He courses his campaign to the August primary, urging party voters to support his bid.
Register of Deeds Mollie Hadachek declares Republican bid for the office in Repub lic County subject to the August primary.
The brief notice lists JOE E. PETERKA, a world war veteran, as a candidate for the office of register of deeds at the August primary.
WM. R. Goodwin announces candidacy for Clerk of the District Court subject to the August primary.
State representative voters are informed of the August primary to select candidates. Cc. G. Aspegren.
W H Mikesell announces candidacy for sheriff highlighting August primaries and urging Republic County voters to support his bid.
Laura M. Hill files for county superintendent of public instruction subject to Republican voters in the August primary, seeking election to lead local schools.
County Attorney nomination seeks office in Republic county with support of Republican voters in the August primary election. FRANK G. SPURNEY.
VE THEROOP announces candidacy for Republican nomination for County Sheriff subject to GOP voters in the August primary.
Ex Senator J L Bristow endorses Clyde Reed for governor, praising his sharp mind and expertise on public utility matters. He argues Reed is strong, honest, and capable, ready to govern wisely despite critics of his personality.
The American Farm Bureau Federation proposes a plan to upgrade muddy farm roads into year round secondary highways. A road committee should study local needs and coordinate with engineers and the U S Bureau of Roads to design an economical system. Asphalt or oil surfaces offer low cost waterproof solutions. avoid wasteful political road building.
A collage of light column snippets and quips from Kansas papers. Jokes about marriages, fashion, doctors, editors, and a noisy soap company letter reveal rural wit and small-town character, with jokes tied to local events and everyday life.
A Chevrolet believed stolen from Glen Howard in Belléville was located at the Myerly camp ground. The sheriff transported the vehicle to the Chandler garage where it remains awaiting its owner as reported by the Mankato Western Advocate.
The Greenleaf Sentinel reports rapid progress on street landing with 600 loads hauled and piled Tuesday evening along several blocks and the first spread laid. Sand will be spread gradually to form a solid base.
County banks issue a joint announcement outlining charges for low balances and high check activity. Fifty cents monthly for balances under fifty dollars, or under one hundred dollars with more than three checks. ten cents for non-depositors cashing out of town checks over one hundred dollars. Charitable groups are exempt. Drafts and cashier’s checks follow the same rule.
Three Jewell boys faced a fatal accident when John Jenkins, an inexperienced swimmer, drowned while swimming in the shallow lake at Camp Wood Elmdale Kansas Thursday noon. Lifeguards and companions rescued him within five minutes but resuscitation efforts failed. Doctors cited possible acute indigestion as a contributing factor.
John Ridge died mid afternoon while driving a hay rake at his son in law's place as the team bolted into a circle and he fell. It is unclear if a stroke or a runaway team caused the fatal collapse. Glenn Scott notes a recent fainting spell and fears another attack may have caused the death.
The Lebanon State bank shut its doors before noon Tuesday under the state bank commissioner. Deputies C. W. Starr and H. A. Schnierle arrived to settle affairs before a receiver takes charge, with the bank closed to the public until records are transcribed. The action follows a board of directors meeting on Monday and hinges on frozen assets described as slow moving or worthless paper.
The directors concluded the institution should be turned over to the state banking authorities to safeguard depositors after increasing holdings and reducing capital and surplus proved unsafe.
Monday evening Sheriff Cecil Smith of Jewell county found one and a half barrels of mash and several gallons of liquor in John Williams home near Lovewell while aiding Sheriff Clyde Wilson of Mitchell county in a search for Robert Angel who left Beloit. Williams is jailed and faces a persistent violator charge under the prohibitory law.
E A Wright of Concordia and R E Bosserman of Mankato acquire Holderness Electric Shop at North Platte Nebraska and rename it North Platte Electric Shop. Wright formerly Kansas Power Company manager and Bosserman in its investment department. They plan to move families to North Platte soon.
A man about 45 years old, dressed rough, died unexpectedly at a Clifton camp park last Friday. Coroner Dr. G B McKillvain ruled acute alcoholism as the cause. The man gave the name Clyde Johnson from a near St. Joseph Missouri town, claimed a wife and young daughter, and had no ID on him.
The Minnesota Supreme Court last Saturday upheld a $75 fine against Sam H. Bair of Belleville for operating a motion picture show in Mankato on September 29, 1929. Attorneys argued the Sunday law violated religious freedom, but the court affirmed the statute. The report also notes Bert C. Culp shipping wool and wool prices around 17 cents per pound.
Sunday evening residents of Formosa gathered for a riverbank picnic near Scan dia after a ball game. Families present included F. E. Patrick O L Bledsoe G B Hale Frank Frazier M L Wescoat W W Miller J F Hale Mrs Fred Butler Mr and Mrs John S Magnusson and Miss Frances Ellsworth. Homemade ice cream and a cheerful mood marked the gathering. New Era report.
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