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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1950
Page
4
Federal act broadened provisions in March 1879 affecting public lands and rights of settlers. The measure clarified claims, extended certain deadlines, and outlined enforcement mechanisms, with implications for land grants and subsequent filings.
Republican candidate Ed Chapman enters the August primary race for Republic County Attorney. The contest shapes the county’s legal leadership as voters decide the nomination.
Henry H. Van Natta declares candidacy for Republic County Probate Judge on the Republican ticket in the August primary, urging voters to support him in the election.
Chas H Peterka announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for sheriff in Republic County in the upcoming August primary election.
Evangelical United Brethren Church lists Rev Mrs John Jackson as pastor with Sunday School at 10 and worship at 11. Our Savior s Lutheran Church Norway Kansas notes H Severin Bly pastor LaVern Methus SS superintendent Mrs Walter Parlington pianist with Sunday School at 10 and divine service at 11 including monthly Communion. Ladies Aid meets first Thursday at 2 and Lenten services run Thursdays at 8 until Easter.
The Amana Lutheran Church sends its weekly schedule with Sunday School and Bible Classes at 10:00 a.m. Morning service at 11:00 a.m. Thursday evening at 8:00. Priscilla group meets next Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. at the church parlor hosted by Mrs. Elsa Bergstrom. Bill Moe Jr. is visiting home from Kansas University for the weekend.
The Methodist Church announces the course The Methodists of Continental Europe starting Friday March 31 from 2:00 to 3:30. Books available and should be secured ahead. An executive meeting of the Woman's Society is on March 31 at 3:30. Palm Sunday services on April 2 include baptism and reception of members. Holy Communion on Holy Thursday April 6 at 8:00 p.m. Morning worship at 11:00, Youth Fellowship at 7:00, Choir Practice on Thursday at 7:30.
Augusta Matilda Branstrom Peterson died Sunday March 12 1950 at age 90. She was born May 8 1859 in Sweden came to the United States in 1878 and married Charles J Peterson. Survived by son Charles Peterson Scandia and grandchildren Bert Albers Ruth Ruggles Los Angeles. Funeral March 15 at Bachelor Faulkner Dart Funeral Home with Rev J Orville Bookless officiating. Interment Riverview Cemetery Scandia.
Jalmer Joseph Smith of Scandia born January 27 1884 in Chicago Illinois died March 12 1950 after a lingering illness aged 76. He served as Township Treasurer in 1907 and was elected to the State Legislature in 1918 as a Republican representing the Goith district. He leaves wife Ellen Marie Asbjornson four children Louise Jane Edna Charles and a son Charles E. Smith and siblings Axel Frank among other relatives. Funeral services were held March 16 at Bachelor Faulkner Dart Funeral Home with Rev N H Pearson officiating.
We thank relatives neighbors and friends for acts of kindness expressions of sympathy and floral offerings at the passing of our husband and father Christen Olsen. Mrs Christen Olsen Mr and Mrs Omar Olsen and family.
Ann Peterson spent Saturday night and Sunday with Donna Walker at Belleville for Donna’s birthday anniversary. Mrs. Ollie Isaacson visited Mrs. Emily Willis Wednesday morning.
Belleville residents hosted and visited multiple families across the week. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Lee L Hawley, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Hammil, Eddie, Ed die, Bud Hallgren, Pat Sandell, Lola, Paula, Gust Hallgren, Elmer Danielson, Lars Norgard, Russell DeWitt, Judy, Kjell Michalson, Helge Hofmen, M E McGregor, Bob, Kathie, and Carl Peterson in Concordia and Buffalo areas.
Mr and Mrs H C Quantic with Bruce and Lois spent the weekend in Riley. Mr and Mrs Walter Henry and Mrs Minnie Anderson were Monday supper guests of Mr and Mrs Carrol Anderson, Judith and Anita. Mr and Mrs Fred Jackson were Sunday evening visitors at the home of Mr and Mrs Arthur Jackson. Harry Nelson was a supper guest of Mr and Mrs Joe N Johnson last Thursday evening.
Mrs George Christie entertained guests Monday afternoon in honor of Mrs Helge Holmer. Attendees included Mrs Art Cardwell Mrs Bill Kallman and Mrs Charley Freed. S H S Alumni Meeting set for 8 00 p m March 29.
Mr and Mrs Silas Perry of Hardy Nebraska spent Monday with Mrs Emily Willis, sharing a day of visiting and family correspondence in the countryside community.
Little Susan Johnson spends the week with her grandparents Mr and Mrs Joe N Johnson while her parents Mr and Mrs Dean Johnson stay in Wichita.
Mrs. George Stromberg called on Mrs. Charley Nondorf Saturday. Mrs. John Sjolander spent Saturday with Mrs. Charley Sjolander.
Mr and Mrs Carl Peterson and Arlene were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Ben Hanzlick at Munden.
Mrs Minnie Farrell, Mrs Hannah Freed and Mrs Lely McGregor visited Mrs Eva Soth ers for a Sunday afternoon gathering.
Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Aspegren Mrs. Ervin Davis and Bobby of Topeka and Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Aspegren and Phyllis were Monday evening supper guests at the Duaine Greenslade home. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Quantic attended the State Basketball Tournament in Topeka Saturday evening.
Mr and Mrs Tommy Brough of Kansas City arrived for a week's visit at the Wilbur Zener home on Thursday. Mr and Mrs Oscar Odell spent Friday evening with Mr and Mrs Ben Marshall.
Mrs Lyle Marshall spent Monday afternoon in the company of Mrs ElReno Sederlin at their local residence.
The Frédiicksons express gratitude to W.S.C.S. and Sunshine Circle for flowers and to friends and relatives for cards and gifts on their Silver Wedding Anniversary.
A brief note from Harold Chester McDowell expresses thanks for cards calls gifts and kindness during illness. The item also records Sunday supper guests Miss Iona Hammer Kenneth Tuley and Theresa Istas of Concordia visiting Mr and Mrs Hilton Waite.
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