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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1907
Page
2
The Belleville Telescope says it will take a summer job of whitewashing the late legislature, likely focusing on the Senate. The note suggests greeting strangers with a smile to create a pleasant impression of the town and community.
A Journal editor argues against William Jennings Bryan's stance on railroad control, insisting the paper favored public railroad control long before Bryan popularized the idea. The piece frames the dispute as a correction of perceived misalignment.
The new state tax commission will be composed of eight members including Drummer of this county Samuel T and Judge James Lumphrey of Junction City. The governor faces little opposition to his selections this time.
Law prohibits exclusive contracts to curb the Tarvester Trust that forces implement dealers to stock only select lines, relieving an intolerable market restriction and opening competition for dealers and customers.
The article cites inequities under the current tax law with examples from this county and Riley, showing hags assessed at 1.50 per head and alfalfa seed at 2.00 per bushel in this county versus 5.00 per hundred pounds and 7.00 per bushel in Riley, with hay priced at 600 a ton in Riley and 2.00 in this county. It indicates hope the new law will eliminate elite favoritism.
A proposed law would let any school district establish a free kindergarten for children aged four to six as part of the regular curriculum, funded from general district funds. The Journal notes residents may consider adopting the measure soon.
At the Central school house No. 9 on Friday evening March 22nd. All are cordially invited.
A fragment notes four fine large work horses located at a farm two miles west of town. The date 11-21 appears with names Oscar Anderson and Zora Na. A D Riley advises remembering March 22 and 23 and selecting oldest hens to sell while they are ripe.
The notice calls for cleaning up surplus hens with a sale on the 18th 19th and 20th at eight cents per pound. A J Riney urges farmers to bring birds to market during the event.
Used DeLavals have been cleaned at the factory and restored. Prices range from 40 to 65 dollars for refurbished units, with new machines like the Daisy at 70 dollars. An advertisement by A J Riley, agent. Old papers offered at five cents a bundle. Journal office note invites subscription with sample copy.
Belleville resident J T Johnson works his Belleville farm while Orville Bowersox travels from New Mexico to visit. D A Haney returns to farm Oliver Johnsons half section in Union for a third year. Frank Johnson teaches a short term at Stony Point after Red Top school closes. Robert Dixon family moves to Henry Fulcomer farm in Jewell County last week. Jim Howards family sick with grippe. D A Bowen and his sawing machine in use. Lemon Johnson of Courtland visits D P Johnsons. Alice Dixon visits brother Dale. D P Johnson and wife attend Carrie Keiths school closing at Poplar Grove. they praise the dinner and program. D P is noted as an expert at good dinners.
J. C. Clarlin advertises a 2 year old Red Polled Bull offered for sale or trade. He seeks another bull in exchange. Public notice appears in the local listing.
Pure seed corn for sale and cash offers requested. Inquiries directed to Everett McGlure, Republic Kansas. Stovewood batch details and contact at this office.
A classified sale note lists based hay available in Scandia with contact through phone 315 9-81 and owner Andrew Pehrson.
Louisa editor praises Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for a foot wound, saying it prevented inflammation and healed the injury instantly. The remedy is guaranteed to heal sores burns and skin diseases and is sold by all druggists for 25 cents.
Property listing describes a seven room house with four lots, a good barn and many fruit trees. Additional notes mention more land and outbuildings with fir trees. inquiry directed to AW Cenners.
Fragmentary OCR shows poultry price notice with phrases about cash payment and price changes. Readers are reminded that prices are subject to change and to refer to official notice for details.
Queen Alexandra appears ageless and central at society weddings and the Ward party in London. Her mauve satin and silver ensemble draws attention as she mingles with musicians, actors, diplomacy, and politics figures amid fashionable society.
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