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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1909
Page
2
A Fish and Game Warden report shows 85 people cited for legal fishing violations in the past term. Authorities say about one tenth of one percent of offenders were found guilty under the current enforcement.
A fragmented item suggests debate over St Atrics identity with phrases that imply a Jewish peddler view, raising questions about the character and origin of the name. The readable text hints at skepticism and mislabeling without clear context or conclusion.
A note indicates summer inspection will cover all crural routes and malls to assess road conditions. Officials warn some routes show poorer quality than the main artery and may face discontinuation if repairs are not completed.
A group of inmates who turned informants helped guard a prison from a fierce blaze, working for hours to prevent extensive damage and protect inmates and staff.
A sharp quip praises Senator Bristow for spotting a fly speck on a masterpiece yet failing to see the full picture. The jest portrays his moral vision as overly critical and misapplied.
The general election will submit a single proposed amendment to the Kansas Constitution. It would raise annual pay for senators and representatives from 150 to 500 dollars for regular sessions, set 100 dollars for special sessions, extend regular sessions from 50 to 60 days, and cut travel mileage from 8 to 1a cents per mile.
The text argues Emmett Dalton was nominated in Bartlesville Oklahoma praising his notoriety rather than civic virtue and questions the fairness of giving him political opportunity after his penitentiary release. It contends a fresh start is warranted but condemns the immediate honor above men of clean records.
Governor trotsed the measure as a reform though critics warn it deepens hardship for borrowers. The bill would require a registration fee of 50 for each 1000 borrowed, replacing the old taxing plan on stat papers and shifting costs to mortgage issuers and borrowers.
The text notes a borrower cannot dictate terms when giving mortgage security and that a 10 000 farm fund with an 8 000 mortgage incurs tax on a 40 000 valuation and a 15 fee due to mortgage tax.
A black smooth long haired dog with a white streak on the breast and bob tail is missing. Finder receives a reward by returning the dog to Martin Anderson at 112 Scandia, phone 1313.
Mrs Helen Clements of Kansas City, visiting at the Avda Whitney home the past two weeks, left for Lincoln Nebraska to visit her sister. Mrs Ed Mahaffey of Garand Valley Col. and Mr and Mrs Mahaffey of Goltry Okla. paused here enroute home. The note advertises new millinery and local real estate offerings at Helps Hardware and Calhounce.
Miss Powe hosted about a dozen pupils Friday night with refreshments and games. The Lutheran Amana congregation calls a Tuesday March 30 meeting to elect a pastor with Rev Elaterias nominated as candidate. Local church planning for a new schoolhouse progress noted.
A Missionary Rally will be held at the UB church Friday evening March 19. Four programs will be given to Juniors along with an address by an out of town speaker. Everyone is cordially invited.
An advertisement promotes the Topeka State Journal as a first-class daily from the capital city. It offers a 100 days for 1.00 deal and urges readers to mail orders to Topeka State Journal, Topeka Kansas, for ongoing news coverage.
Dr Hess and Clark's Poultry Panacea advertised as a cost saving feed remedy during egg price increases, with Gov packages offered at Nywall's for 23 cents each.
Help wanted by Success Magazine for a man in Scandia to handle expiring subscriptions and secure new ones using methods described by deans. Applicants with Wood natural qualifications preferred. Salary 1.50 per day. Address with preferences, H. C. Peacock Room 102 New York.
A reflective piece discusses a farmer's ruined crop after kernels froze, blaming center germination damage. It expands to a moral plea urging readers to seek warmth from God, keep hope alive, and nurture life for rich harvests and world benefit.
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