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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1956
Page
1
The paper lists new and renewing subscribers including Oscar Berggren and Elmer Melby from Aspen and Coli, added in the past week.
Alan Ladd stars in the Warner Bros thriller Drum Beat showing Saturday and Sunday June 30 and July 1. The film, shot in WarnerColor, portrays the Modoc War of 1869 with John MacKay and Captain Jack as central figures. Also featured are Marisa Pavan and Charles Bronson.
The Riverview 4H sewing class met at Edward Forsberg's home on June 21. Attendees included Shirley and Delores Thompson, Clara Williams, Mrs. Alva Thompson, Judy, Colleen, Nancy, Miss Betty Elliott, and Janice Forsberg. The group filled out record books and judged dresses. Shirley Thompson prepared salad, Janice Forsberg served a drink. Next meeting set for June 28 with Mrs. Andy Thompson.
Scandia Chapter No 481 OES met Tuesday evening June 19 with Mrs Hilton Waite and Carl Hammer presiding. Obligation observed and a birthday anniversary covered dish dinner followed. September 4 meeting set. midsummer picnic date to be announced. Benny Lervold led dining room arrangements.
The Riverview 4 H cooking class met June 22 with six members and leader Mrs Loren Florell present. Janice Forsberg led activities including project book work and a cake demonstration by Clara Williams. Forsberg also showed how to make a simple beverage. The next meeting is planned for June 29 at the Frank Williams home.
Steven Cardwell celebrated his 9th birthday with a party on June 19. Guests included Lonnie Boman Rex Lewellyn James Isaacson Perry Ulmer Kenny Griess Jimmy Newcomb Jimmy Nyland Myron Runft Gregory White and Jim Everhart.
Monday evening supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Cardwell and Steven were Mr. and Mrs. Warren Nelson, Mr. and Mrs. Warren Zimmerman, Keitherta Russell, and Mrs. Wilbur Zener.
Mr and Mrs Grant Berggren and Don McIntyre with Donna Berggren of Salina were Saturday visitors at the Clarence Berggren home in Republic.
The paper will print Tuesday July 3 due to July 4 press day. Most Scandia businesses will close on Wednesday July 4 and readers are urged to submit news early next week.
A fragment from Anton Nelson s pen recounts stories of married life and faith in a nostalgic tone. It blends anecdotes about Eskimo in Alaska, Dag Hammarskjold, and a Danish Swedish connection with Hammarskold s rise at the UN, then shifts to Nils and Lisbeth s enduring, faith rooted marriage through hardship and loss.
Mrs Edna Richardson leaves Kansas City by TWA at 1 30 a.m. Tuesday for Brazil to visit son Louis Richardson and family who are missionaries there. She transfers in New York City to Pan American for Belem, with only San Juan and Port of Spain on the itinerary, then travels by Brazilian plane to Pedro Afonso on the Tocantins River and proceeds by motor boat to Tocantinia to meet her son. Return planned for early August. Saturday night guests include Mr and Mrs Ben Denoyer and Mrs Agnes Cardwell, with other relatives visiting Olga Hugos and Albert Jackson.
Mrs. E. M. Eastvedt Mrs. Richard Loring Mrs. Olga Hugos and Gladys and Mrs. Lillie McGregor of Albany Missouri were Monday afternoon coffee guests of Mrs. Mary Benson of Concordia.
Harlan Acree of Long Beach California and formerly of Scandia has completed Coast Guard training and is stationed at Long Beach. He invites Scandia friends to write to him at the U S C G Base Terminal Island Long Beach California with the provided service number 314378.
Mr and Mrs Grant Berggren and Donna spent Wednesday in Salina. Donna works at Farmers National Bank in Salina.
Mr and Mrs Frank Isaacson Mrs Agnes Cardwell and Mrs Zenia Stofer called on Miss Ida Isaacson Friday evening, sharing a social visit with the family.
Mr and Mrs George Stromberg and Mr and Mrs Grant Berggren were Friday evening guests at the Milo Johnson home.
Mrs Russell Anderson and Pamela were Sunday afternoon guests of Mr and Mrs Oscar Linden, sharing a quiet afternoon at their home.
Mr and Mrs Don Burandt were Thursday evening guests at the Grant Berggren home.
Albany Missouri Mrs Lillie McGregor and Jim and Neal Erickson spent Tuesday evening as supper guests of Mrs Ivy Brown and her sons.
Mr and Mrs Glenn Scrivner and David, joined by Mr and Mrs Clarence Berggren and family of Republic, were Sunday evening guests at the Grant residence.
Mr and Mrs Loren Florell and Vickie visited Wednesday evening with Mr and Mrs Axel Jensen.
Mrs Pat Sandell and family and Mr and Mrs Kenneth Danielson were Sunday afternoon guests of Mr and Mrs Elmer Danielson.
Mr and Mrs Don McIntyre and Dennis and Donna Berggren of Salina spent Saturday and Sunday at the Grat Berggren home.
Mr and Mrs John Mahan and Harold were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Clay Mahan at Bennington. They also visited Mr and Mrs Clyde Taylor and Mrs Gayle Mustard at Manchester.
Mr and Mrs Chester Anderson and Sunday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Russell Anderson, Roger and Pam.
Ordinance 215 bans sale of fireworks before July 1 and after July 4 in Scandia. Fireworks use limited to July 4 with penalties up to 50 dollars and jail. It aligns with state law establishing a 250 foot fire zone around main street and businesses.
Sunday evening guests included Mrs. Floyd Volan and Nels Florell with Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Carlson. Families and friends gathered for visits and a Junior Mission Rally at Brantford. The Sunshine Circle met June 19 in the Methodist church parlors with 16 members attending and a devotion led by Mrs. Andrew Stafford. Six folding tables were purchased for the church and a silent auction followed refreshments. No July meeting. Hosts were Mrs. George Fike Sr and Mrs. Marker Lindecrantz. Clyde Blakeley of Belleville and the Greenslades hosted Saturday supper guests.
Steven and Gary Bollinger of Kansas City visited Thursday evening for supper with Mr and Mrs George Christie. Mr and Mrs William Moe and Mrs Anna Hohman joined the gathering in a friendly social event.
Mrs. Elizabeth Cooper of Belleville welcomed Sunday afternoon visitors from the Cooper and Moe households. Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Cooper, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Cooper, and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Moe joined the hostess for the gathering.
Bill Clark who is working at Cherry ville spent Saturday and Sunday with Mrs Clark and Billy.
Mrs Moe hosted the Birthday club Monday at her home. The afternoon featured visiting and pinochle with guests Mrs DeWitt Mrs Norgard Mrs Denoyer Mrs Cardwell Mrs Christie Mrs Anderson and Mrs Berry.
Mr and Mrs Jerry Straad Willis Harnegel and Jim Jensen were Sunday afternoon guests at the Wm Clark home.
Mr and Mrs Roy Thomas and Marilyn Anderson were Wednesday afternoon guests at the Glenn Currie home.
Mr and Mrs Art Grueber of Belleville visited Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs George Stromberg, sharing an informal social call at their home.
Mr. and Mrs Roy Tedrow and Mr and Mrs Godfrey Boman with boys visited Milo Johnson on Monday evening, sharing an informal gathering at the Johnson residence.
Mrs Frank Milmer and Dick of Belleville were Wednesday dinner guests of Mrs Godfrey Boman and boys and Emil Boman.
Friday evening guests of Mr. and Mrs. Andy Thompson and family honored June birthday anniversaries. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Alva Thompson and family, Mr. and Mrs. Rolla Thompson and Glada, Mr. and Mrs. Charley Loomis and Nobile Isaaceon and Loren.
Mrs Leon Ulmer Mrs Neal McBride and Mrs Axel Jensen spent Wednesday afternoon in Concordia enjoying social time and conversation with friends in a cordial gathering.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Herrman and LeRoy were Tuesday evening guests at the Kenneth Danielson home.
Mr and Mrs Kenneth Danielson spent Sunday evening at the Clifford Swanson home in Belleville.
Sunday guests at the R. A. Williams home included Mrs. James Tilton of Manhattan and Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Hawley of Wakeeney along with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Williams of Westmorland.
Sunday afternoon at the Methodist church in Courtland Miss Marilyn Mizer wed Raymond F. Williams of Scandia in a double ring ceremony. The bride wore a white satin lace gown and a pearl jewelry beside a colonial pink rose bouquet. Attendants included Miss Bernita Stafford and Miss Rose Williams, with Vernon Williams as best man and Ronnie Spitler as usher. The reception followed in the church basement and the couple plans to reside in Independence.
The Methodist Youth Fellowship met Sunday at 7:00 pm with 19 attendees, including seven new freshmen. Initiation explained MYF to newcomers, old members led, then recreation in the church basement followed by benediction, a friendship circle, and the song Blest Be The Tie That Binds. Bert Nelson sponsored the group.
Mr and Mrs Walter Bonner of Wakefield and Mrs Rick Anderson visited at the R A Williams home Thursday evening.
Tuesday afternoon visitors included Mrs Alfred Ham mer Mrs Iver Hammer and Sonja and Mr and Mrs John Nippof of Appleton Minnesota.
Mrs. R. A. Williams visited Friday with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Mizer of near Courtland, sharing a social visit in the countryside community.
Mr and Mrs Charles Mizer and Mrs Ralph Rasmussen were Friday evening guests at the R A Williams residence for an informal social gathering.
Vernon Williams spent Sunday afternoon with Bonnie Cady and Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Williams and Rose. He is working for Henry Blackwood.
Mr and Mrs Richard Fogelberg and family were Friday evening guests at the Charlie Berggren home.
Mr and Mrs Jim Baker and Jerry, Mrs Edith Forsberg and Mr and Mrs Harry Fischer of Republic were Sunday evening supper guests of Mr and Mrs Edward Forsberg and family.
Mr and Mrs Edward Forsberg and family were Friday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Loren Florell and their girls during a social gathering in the community.
Out-of-town guests attended the Mizer-Williams weddings at Courtland on June 17. Attendees included Dale and Geneva Oyles, Graham and Julia Larson, Jean Barber of Salina, Don and Jennie Workman and Larry Workman, Jim Tilton of Manhattan, J W Herron of Topeka, A E Vaughn and niece of Wichita, H B Workman and family of Canby Oregon, Jack Williams of Westmoreland, E A Hawley of Wakeeney, Gladys Alsop and Barclay of Wakefield, Preston Mizer and Chloris Edom of Cordia, James Garst and Darrell Garst of Lawrence, Oscar Berggren, Rex Sandell and family, Ralph Rasmussen and Laura Rasmussen of Scandia.
The Scandia Home Demonstration Unit met on June 13 with Mrs. Andrew Stafford. Thirteen members answered roll call. Mrs. Elizabeth Danielson attended as a guest. Leadership changes: Mrs. Edward Forsberg becomes acting president and Mr. Pat Sandell elected vice president. A craft lesson on purses and hats was given by Mrs. Axel Nelson and Mrs. Eldon Larson. A potluck lunch followed. Next meeting July 11 at the Methodist church starting at 10 am with bread baking a planned lesson.
The report notes Mrs Herman Newcomb and Dennis visiting on a Sunday afternoon with Mus Ida Newcomb and Rose in Concording.
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