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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1931
Page
5
Census bulletin reports Kansas farms rising from 165,286 in 1920 to 166,042 in 1930. Details cover farm sizes from 100 to over 174 acres, land values and improvements, livestock counts including horses mules cattle swine and poultry, and crop harvests for 1929 across wheat corn hay oats barley potatoes and principal vegetables.
The article recalls a confirmation ceremony where children pledge loyalty to Jesus and the church, with congregants reflecting on past lapses and seeking fidelity. It speaks of the Good Shepherd guiding the faithful and lists members of the Class of 1938, including Loris Benton Hanson and Anna Sophie Anderson.
Dr Carl Weschcke promoted Adlerika as a simple mixture that cleans both upper and lower bowels removing old poisons. The ad asserts gas and bloating stop in 10 minutes and chronic constipation relief in two days, urging readers to try the product for a real cleanse.
A historical note details sermon themes referencing Romans 13 1 and Ecclesiastes 3 14 about obeying divine authority. It also cites Christian Science texts by Mary Baker Eddy including Health with Key to the Scriptures and emphasizes the supremacy of God over physical senses.
The Jewell County farm described uses oats after alfalfa, terrace farming, and sweet clover reinforcement to improve soil. It yields 83 bushels per acre on best ground from 75 acres of oats and maintains pasture for 12 horses on a 100 to 250 head cattle operation with Ayrshire and Jersey cows. The dairy, White Acres, ships milk daily from Mankato, with a small herd of 35 cows and 10 heifers and plans for continued renewal via clover and careful weed control.
Agronomy advises August alfalfa seeding after small grain harvest with three inch deep plow, shallow dish to mix straw. Horticulture urges heavy thinning of overloaded peaches and apples for better fruit size. Agricultural economics notes wheat plans to diversify crops to cut costs next year. Rural engineering recommends concrete floors with moisture barriers for grain storage. Plant pathology warns to inspect wheat for smut and treat seed if found. Animal husbandry suggests full feeding spring pigs on grain for early fall market. soybeans should be planted around June 1 with weed control first.
The article mentions the eleventh annual Kaw Valley potato tour for Kansas growers, noting seed treatments tests and certified seed tests will be observed by participants. It also provides gardening guidance on spraying roses against rose sawflies using arsenate of lead, with cautions on preparation and timing.
Mrs Hershel Kannier returns to Scandia this afternoon after three weeks in Southern Kansas. Fragments note a found key holder near crossing at Ed Borfians, with advertisement-claimed ownership. Frank Fudge exhibits an oil painting in Jetty Beauty Shoppe. Various local residents, including Adolphus Nelson and Mrs Mary Creager, are tied to weekend visits and travel.
In Republic County Kansas Probate Court Belleville the estate of Anna Forsberg deceased seeks full and final settlement at the next term on Tuesday July 7 1931 at 10 oclock a m for allowance of services and attorneys fees discharge of duties release of sureties and heirs determination Executor A Forsberg Gent Belleville Kansas June 9 A D Attest Henry J Van Natta Probate Judge R E McTaggart Attorney for Executor
Mrs Alda Nichol Grimes niece of Elmer Nichol of Concordia died in Gilmore California after an operation following a car wreck two years earlier. She was also a niece of Walter Henry of Scandia and had married two years ago.
Mr and Mrs Guy Dalton and Mrs Norman Lewis returned to their Oklahoma City home Friday after a week’s visit with relatives including Mr and Mrs Enoch Monson and other kin.
Mrs C O Othberg injuries from a sprained ankle as of Wednesday and visits by Benedict at City. Mr and Mrs Paul Doctor and Patty Lou spent Sunday with relatives. Mrs A M Bettis Lee Bettis and Mr and Mrs George Haser drove to Washington Thursday. Hasers and Othbergs visit Bettis home Sunday. Is your subscription paid up?
Miss Naomi Nylund spent Saturday night and Sunday with Miss Dorothy Aspegren. George Nimocks and Jimmy Maha were in Belleville Tuesday on business. Miss Hazel Bettis is confined to the hospital at Concordia with two attacks of appendicitis.
Mrs Ida Gerard of Fountainall Iowa visits with brothers Joy and Frank Tedrow and families. Lottie Lervold and Florence spent Sunday afternoon at Chas Berggren home. Sally Headley Saline spent the weekend with Jetty Green. Je tty Green referenced in Ham es Green.
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