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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1908
Page
5
County Attorney Bullen Clerk Zech and Sheriff Lowell led an all day inquisition in Scandia seeking evidence against Tom Willis for unlawful liquor sales. Thirteen witnesses were subpoenaed. Efforts target securing a building shutdown and potential bond and jail time until May term.
Last Friday morning unknown parties broke into the butcher shop through a back window. Ralph Loofbougrow, who rooms in the building, fired upon them as they departed. Nothing valuable missing except some bologna. The same night Cullers & Goodwin's hardware store back door forced open but nothing taken. Authorities urged crackdown to curb rising robberies in the county.
Notice states the partnership Wright and Kelly of Norway Kansas dissolved March 4 1908 by mutual consent. G W Wright and M H Kelley were general partners with Wright continuing the business alone in Norway Kansas and authorized to settle affairs. Also notes a Jerome Arizona visit by C H Herrman’s brother and planned residence shift.
Ridward Ingraham admitted assault and battery in Belleville justice court on Saturday. He was fined 25 dollars plus costs totaling 39 dollars 20 cents. The judge warned him about his company and future quarrels. J D Larson and Van Mahan attended from here.
The Monday hunt south of town found no wolves sighted by any onlookers. Hunters moved on after none appeared while rabbits were reported slaughtered, suggesting impact on the countryside. An estimated 200 men were on the lines despite the empty wolf count.
For sale an organ in good condition. Seller J. H. Craven advertises The Journal subscriptions for newspapers and magazines.
A 1908 notice invites Scandia residents and others to a Marsh Creek wolf hunt on Monday March 16 instructing participants to assemble at 10 30 AM. The document lists east north and west lines with mile by mile captain assignments and requires at least 10 men per mile to handle attendees and their wives.
For sale 4 miles 3 years old spring cattle. One span mares 6 years old, about 1000 pounds, safe in foal by jack. Also prairie hay. Contact ANDREW PEARSON at 3/4 mile southeast of Norway Scandia, phone 315. tf
To those who assisted and offered kind words during the sickness and death of our beloved wife and mother we thank you from the depths of our hearts. Wm Garber and children.
Special one night engagement promises a near sell out for The Hand of Man at the Scandia Opera House. Miss Goldie-Cole stars as Betty Brindle with a strong supporting cast guaranteed to deliver a flawless performance or a money refund.
Charles A Haney and Miss Morence Brindle of Courtland wed Saturday in a ceremony conducted by Rev. Pierce. A charivari event Monday night ended with Albert Billings accidentally shooting off four toes from one foot using a gun loaded with paper.
Last Saturday Mrs Kinder ilfis tre whree niles eee of town turned forty two. Mrs Anepst Larsen learned of the party and invited friends to Hobspeek earthy a hundred. Rev and Mrs Ratehbie of Norway led the gathering with a keen talk. After a long dinner and lively games, Mrs Enderud received a handsome sideboard and center table as tokens of regard. County Assessor notes three acres of Rydal land owned by Rock Island railroad were missing from tax rolls for fifteen years and will be taxed hereafter.
Cullee rs and Goopwin request the return of borrowed pump tools. The items are needed urgently by the same individuals for ongoing work. Please contact to arrange return promptly.
Belleville resident Mr Hogin visited Mr Rimel last week while Andrew Mellen drove to Concordia and back. Amanda Jensen of Boulder Colorado visits relatives. Arthur Jacobson stays with Henry Nystrom near Scandia with a lame horse. A wolf hunt yielded rabbits. A Ray Chase party occurred Monday evening. details not known. Coffee social at Mikkel Stenson’s attracted many despite weather. Anna Throbeck and Hd Nelson wed in Concordia and plan Wyoming move. John Rimel from Colorado visits family ill. Olga Anderson returns from Concordia where she visited Mrs Frankforter.
Miss Bertha Hohman celebrated her twenty first birthday with a Wednesday evening surprise party. Thirty nine guests attended and enjoyed a finalupper. A very pleasant time is reported.
Moses Bushby plans to move back to the farm this week and has altered his journal to read Rydal. Garden seeds are available in bulk at Horr's.
Mrs. Jane Wark Garber, born May 13, 1887 in Tuscarawas County Ohio, died March 7, 1908 after a lengthy illness. She lived in Owen, Indiana. settled in Republic County in Union Township then moved to town three years ago. Survived by husband William Garber and six children with twenty grandchildren. many relatives listed. Funeral at United Brethren Church conducted by Rev. James McMillen. community kept shops closed for the service.
Mr William Bell and Miss Clara Peterson of Courtland Township were married on Wednesday March 11 at the bride’s father's home. They depart Sunday for Sag inaw Michigan to establish their home. The bride, youngest daughter of J Peterson, is described as a worthy partner, and the groom, son of Mr and Mrs James Bell, is regarded as an industrious young man. The Journal extends best wishes for a long and happy life.
M. A. Preble has received a carload of new furniture art squares lace curtains draperies and invites all interested to call inspect stock and obtain prices before purchasing.
D. I. Ellsworth has moved into the Christainson house, marking a new residence assignment.
A candidate for governor will speak to citizens of Republic County in Belleville on Monday March 16 1908 at 2 PM. The event invites all residents and promises a rare chance to hear the red headed statesman from Lawrence.
A U S Senate speech by Hon J H Gallinger condemns beer and cites Toledo physicians who warn beer is a narcotic, accumulates in the body, harms the liver kidneys and brain, and is worse for health than whisky. Dr S S Thorn testifies beer itself stuns intellect and fattening the body impairs elimination of toxins.
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