Farce and Romance in RKO Comedy at Printess Theater
The film Double Dynamite with Jane Russell Groucho Marx and Frank Sinatra plays at the Printess Theatre Saturday and Sunday May 3 4. Sinatra courts Miss Russell while Marx counsels him and a bank caper leads to mistaken theft accusations. Principal cast includes Don McGuire Howard Freeman and Nestor Paiva.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RKO
Jane Russell
Groucho Marx
Frank Sinatra
Printess Theatre
Sinatra
Teller
Miss. Rusell
Marx
Ivala
Miss Russell
Don McGuire
Howard Freeman
Nestor Paiva
Sunday Social Visits Across Local Homes
Mr and Mrs Clarence Gile and family visited Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs Claude Goodwin. Sunday visitors to Don Burandt included Milo Johnson Raymond Robbins and Grant Berggren. Grant Berggren also met Milo Johnson Thursday evening. Orrie Swartz of Byron Nebraska visited Ben Denoyer Sunday. Elwood Evert and sons of Rushton spent Sunday afternoon with Fred Evert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Gile
Claude Goodwin
Don Burandt
Milo‘ Johnson
Raymond Robbins
Belleville
Grant Berggren
Mrs
Milo Johnson
Orrie Swartz
Byron Nebr
Ben Denoyer
Elwood Evert
Rushton
Fred Evert
Social Guests At Concordia And Day Homes
Sunday visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Bert Ainsworth of Concordia and Mrs. Ellen Hammer with E. M. Eastvedt. Earlier callers at Mrs. Ellen Day’s home were Mrs. John Nondorf Mrs. Olive Isaacson Mrs. Vic Erickson Mrs. Ethel Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Carl Swanson and Charles Mrs. Oscar Minner and family and Mrs. Henry Henriksen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert Ainsworth
Concordia
Ellen Hammer
E. M. Eastvedt
Ellen Day
John Nondorf
Olive ‘Isaacson
Vic Erickson
Ethel Thomas
Carl Swanson
Charles
Oscar Minner
Henry Henriksen
Sunday Evening Supper Guests Visit Sandell Family
Sunday evening, Mr and Mrs Pat Sandell hosted guests including Mr and Mrs Elmer Danielson and Ruth, Mr and Mrs N E Sandell and Ruth, and D Gant Gotham with Mr gid Mrs Walser Boyles and Taynette spending the week with the Sandell household.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pat Sandell
Elmer Danielson
N. E. Sandell
Ruth
Mr. and
Iss
D. ‘Gant
Briscoe Family Visits John Clark Household
Dur and Mrs Jim Briscoe and family spent Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs John Clark. The casual social gathering featured shared stories and light refreshments among friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Briscoe
John Clark
Socials and Greetings Echo Quiet Sunday Afternoon
Fragmentary names and pairs appear in a social note style on a Sunday afternoon. The readable bits list Mr and Mrs Paul Everhart Mrs George Siexmans A.C. Crawford and Max Remny among others in a casual gathering context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Everhart
Wile Palley
George
Siexmans
Finders Keepers Is Riotus Family Comedy at Princess Theatre
International’s Finders Keepers comes to the Princess Theatre Wednesday May 7 starring Tom Ewell Julia Adams and Evelyn Warden with child actor Dusty Henley in a lively family comedy that centers on a money laden wagon and a chaotic household. Rex King of the Wild Horses follows on May 14.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Universal
International
Finders Keepers
Princess Theatre
Tom Ewell
Julia Adams
Evelyn Warden
Dusty” Henley
Jackie Coogan
Rex
Wild Horses
Letter complains tax spending in Second District roads and cemeteries
Charles Mizer questions road and bridge expenditures in Republic county’s Second District. He cites levy amounts for Courtland White Rock Big Bend and Beaver townships, notes high valuations, excessive salaries in January to March 1952, and claims cemeteries and graveling needs. He urges taxpayers to show they mean business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Courtland
White Rock
Big Bend
Beaver
Courtland Township
Republic County
Huston
Corbin
Martin
Briscoe Family Visits Hanson Household Wednesday
Mr and Mrs Jim Briscoe and family visited Wednesday evening with Mr and Mrs Lars Hanson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Briscoe
Lars Hanson
Wallace Aspegren and Paul Beck Hosts at Republic
Mr and Mrs Wallace Aspegren spent Sunday afternoon with Mr and Mrs Paul Beck at Republic in a social visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallace Aspegren
Mrs
Paul Beck
Republic
Odgers Family Dines with the Berrys Tuesday Evening
Mr and Mrs Joe Odgers and Jeanne were Tuesday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Walter Berry. The social visit notes a cordial gathering at the Berry home with three guests sharing an informal evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Odgers
Jeanne
Walter Berry
Fogelberg brothers ship cattle to Kansas City market
Richard and Donald Fogelberg loaded a carload of cattle and shipped them Sunday to the Kansas City market, moving the herd toward sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard
Donald Fogelberg
Kansas City
Mrs Berggren Spends Sunday With Fogelbergs and Children
Mrs. Charlie Berggren spent Sunday with Mrs. Richard Fogelberg and their children, sharing a quiet afternoon together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlie ‘Berggren
Richard Fogelberg
Mr and Mrs Earl Hammil Visit Bill Haskins
Mr Earl Hammil and Mrs Hammil visited Bill Haskins at his home. The brief call on the afternoon of the visit noted polite conversations and cordial greetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Hammil
Bill Haskins
Hedstrom Family Hosts Sunday Visit
Mr and Mrs Loren Hedstrom and family were Sunday afternoon guests of Mr and Mrs Axel Hedstrom, sharing a family visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loren Hedstrom
Axel Hedstrom
Hedstroms Visit Dave Elmborg at Rackley
Mr and Mrs Axel Hedstrom visited Dave Elmborg at Rackley, brief social call noted in local society pages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Axel Hedstrom
Dave Elmborg
Rackley
Swenson Family Entertains at Concordia Sunday
Mr and Mrs Arthur Swenson of Concordia hosted Sunday afternoon guests of Mr and Mrs S J Swenson promising a cordial visit in a family gathering with shared stories and hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur
Swenson
Concordia
J. Swenson
Bender and Wright Wedding Attend Miss Bender’s Nuptials
Mrs Don Bender and Gregory spent the weekend in Ellsworth and attended the wedding of Miss Ona Lou Bender and Joe Lee Wright on Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Bender
Gregory
Ellsworth
Ona Lou Bender
Joe Lee Wright
Sunase
Friday Evening Honor Party for Mrs leen's Family
Friday evening guests of Mr and Mrs E M Bastvedt honored Mrs leen and the family of Waterville. The gathering included Mr and others as listed in the brief note from the community column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. M. Bastvedt
Leen
Waterville
Scandia High Students Share School News and Plans
Irene Hammer reports on Scandia High School items including Martha Melby born 1934 near Scandia, active in Glee Club Pep Club and Y-Teen, plans to attend Salina beauty school. Wanda Everhart, also 1934 Belleville birth, active in Glee Club Y-Teen Pep Club, roller skating hobby. Senior class 1952 trip to Colorado with comments from members. PTA meeting with dental care talk and a Home Economics garment show featuring 90 outfits and open house for eight grades. Y-Teen campers listed with leadership roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irene Hammer
Martha Melby
Scandia
Martha
Salad
Guy Lombardo
Kay Starr
Frankie Laine
Y-Teen
Salina
H.S
Gwen Linden
Wanda
Everhart
Belleville
Lefty
Frizzell
Jan Garber
Doris Day
Lowe family visit from Hardy Nebraska this weekend
Mr and Mrs Keith Lowe and their baby from Hardy Nebraska spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs Cameron Lowe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs
Keith Lowe
Baby
Hardy, Nebr
Cameron Lowe
Dinner guests visit Mrs Agnes Cardwell
Mr. and Mrs. George Cardwell and Steven, and Mrs. Duaine Greenslade with Sam Greenslade were Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. Agnes Cardwell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Cardwell
Steven
Duaine Greenslade
Sam Greenslade
Agnes Cardwell
Mrs Lee Hammer and Baby Visit In Concordia
Mrs Lee Hammer and baby of Concordia visited a few days last week with Mr and Mrs Bill Haskins in a small family gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee Hammer
Baby
Concordia
Bill Haskins
Bridal Shower Held for Miss Ona Lou Bender
Mrs. R. E. Cooper and Mrs. Don Bender attended a bridal shower for Miss Ona Lou Bender at Ellsworth on Thursday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. E. Cooper
Don Bender
Ona Lou Bender
Ellsworth
Sankey Baby Boy Born April 28 in Wilmore
Mr and Mrs Bob Sankey of Wilmore welcomed a 9 pounds 5 ounce baby boy born Monday April 28. Mrs Sankey, former Alice Fredrickson, shares the joy with grandparents Reuben and Alice Fredrickson and great grandmothers Christine Rasmussen and Louise Fredrickson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Sankey
Wilmore
Sankey
Alice Fredrickson
Reuben Fredrickson
Christine Rasmussen
Louise Fredrickson
Basket dinner honors Cooper family gathering
A Sunday basket dinner and family gathering was enjoyed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. N. B. Cooper. Attending were Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Mahan and Mr. and Mrs. McPherson, among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cooper
A. S. Mahan
McPherson
Friends honor hosts with a can goods shower
A group gathered at the Freed home on Wednesday evening to honor Mr and Mrs Don Freed with a can goods shower. Attendees included Axel Jensen Alva Thompson Coleen Andy Thompson Rex Ward Florell Edward sberg Todd Card Ernest Kirk and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Freed
Axel Jensen
Alva Thompson
Coleen
Andy Thompson
Rex Ward
Florell
Edwardsberg
Edwardsberg,” Mr. and Mrs. Todd* Cardwell
Ernest Kirk
School Calendar Big May Events For Local Students
May brings Jr Sr banquet on May 2 and installation of Y Teen officers May 5. May 6 features Simpson against Scandia in a baseball game as Friday evening callers visit Mr and Mrs Axel Hedstrom with Mr and Mrs Carl Moline and Mrs O F Werner assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simpson Vs
Scandia
Axel Hedstrom
Carl Moline
Reed and Stafford Guests Visit Summerville Couple
Mr. and Mrs. Randall Reed and their son from Summerville visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Stafford.
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Randall Reed and
Summerville
Harold Stafford
Salina Visit With Pearl Johnson and Cameron Lowe
Mrs Pearl Johnson of Salina visited from Thursday through Sunday with Mr and Mrs Cameron Lowe and Mrs Lottie Johnson for a short social measure.
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Pearl Johnson
Salina
Cameron Lowe
Lottie Johnson
Mr and Mrs Cameron Lowe Guests of Mr and Mrs Warren Zimmerman
Mr and Mrs Cameron Lowe were Thursday evening supper guests of Mr and Mrs Warren Zimmerman, sharing a casual social visit and meal with the local hosts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cameron Lowe
Warren Zimmerman
Mr and Mrs Carl Hammer Visit Harvey Hammer Home
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Hammer along with Hilton and Bill called at the Harvey Hammer residence Sunday evening, sharing friendly greetings and conversation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Hammer
Hilton
Bill
Harvey Hammer
Wrights and Hammers Visit Topeka on Monday
Mr and Mrs Vernon Wright and Mr and Mrs Harold Hammer spent Monday in Topeka.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernon Wright
Harold Hammer
Topeka
Hammer Family Hosts Visit With Mrs Charles Barleen
Mr and Mrs Harold Hammer and family welcomed Mrs Charles Barleen and Ralph Thursday evening for a social visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold Hammer
Charles Barleen
Ralph
Berry announces birth of son Gordon Dennis
Mr. and Mrs. Max Berry announce the birth of a son Gordon Dennis born April 25 at St. Joseph hospital in Concordia. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Walter Berry of Beandia and Mr. and Mrs. Vachel Crawford of Formioso. Great grandparents include Mrs. Louise Hay of Scandia and Mrs. A W Horn of Mankato.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max Berry
Gordon Dennis
St. Joseph Hospital
Concordia
Berry
Idolia Crawford
Walter Berry
Beandia
Vachel Crawford
Formioso
Louise Hay
Scandia
A. W. Horn
Mankato
A. C. Crawford
Formoso
The Willing Workers Circle Meeting at Mrs Seeee Nae Home
The Methodist church workers circle met Thursday afternoon April 24 at the home of Mrs. Seeee Nae. The brief report notes attendance and activities planned for the group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Methodist
Theraday
Seeee Nae
Change in Show Time at Princess Theaters
The Princess theater will shift its starting time back to 8 00 p m starting Saturday night May 3 This follows the customary practice of adjusting showtimes at the venue for special occasions or schedules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Princess
Cancer campaign seeks to fund research and patient care
The American Cancer Society urges support to spread vital cancer facts, fund research, and provide improved services. It states cancer strikes one in five and asks residents to donate via local solicitors or directly to Miss Blanche Haggman or Miss Josie Robison if contacted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Cancer Society
Cancer Fund
Blanche Haggman
Josie Robison
Midget Baseball Notice
Practice for the Midget baseball players will be held tonight at 6:00 p.m. at the ball diamond. All boys who wish to play this summer should bring a glove and be ready for the opening session.
Jamestown Woman Guests Overnight With Mrs. Minnie Farrell
Mrs. Nettie Gray of Jamestown stayed with Mrs. Minnie Farrell from Saturday through Sunday as an overnight guest, sharing a weekend visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nettie Gray
Jamestown
Minnie Farrell
Cawker City Hosts Overnight Guests Saturday
Mr and Mrs Delbert Aspegren and Phyllis visited Mr and Mrs Jack Thull and Denise of Cawker City for a Saturday overnight stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delbert Aspegren
Phyllis
Jack Thull
Denise
Cawker City
Local residents visit Hain couple Friday evening
Mr and Mrs Roy Thomas Dr and Mrs CA Noble and Coyt and Nancy Charles of Republic visited Mr and Mrs Frank Hain Friday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Thomas
Nancy Charles
Republic
Frank Hain
Sun evening guests visit Currie family
Mr and Mrs Roy Thomas and Mr and Mrs Norman Currie were Sunday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Glenn Currie and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Thomas
Norman Currie
Glenn Currie
Birthday Celebration at Ander Son Home
Sunday afternoon visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Anderson and family honored Paula's birthday anniversary. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Linden, Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Wires, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Rosene, Mr. and Mrs. Chester Anderson and Mr. Guthrie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell Anderson
Paula
Oscar Linden
E. C. Wires
Henry Rosene
Chester Anderson
Guthrie
Mr and Mrs Bert Haggman Visit Russell Anderson Home
Mr and Mrs Bert Haggman dropped by Thursday evening at the Russell Anderson home for a social call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert Haggman
Russell Anderson
Mrs Berggren Calls On Mrs Larsen Sunday Evening
Mrs Charlie Berggren called on Mrs Gunda Larsen Sunday evening in a social visit noted by neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlie Berggren
Gunda Larsen
60th Wedding Anniversary Tribute For Daniel Family
Friends and relatives gathered Sunday afternoon to celebrate Mr. and Mrs. Peter Daniel's 60th wedding anniversary. Attendees included Lars Brown, Charles Gabrielson and families, Lloyd Brown and family, Marker Lindecrantz and boys, Frank Isaacson, Martin Johnson, Elmer Danielson, Kenneth Danielson, Andrew Stafford and Bernita, Vernon Smith and Ramona.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Danielson
Lars Brown
Charles Gabrielson
Lloyd Brown
Marker Lindecrantz
Frank Isaacson
Martin Johnson
Elmer Danielson
Kenneth Danielson
Andrew Stafford
Bernita
Vernon Smith
Ramona
Birthday Dinner Honors Mr. Vernon Smith Guests
Sunday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Vernon Smith and Ramona in honor of Mr Smiths birthday anniversary were Mr and Mrs Lloyd Brown and family Mr and Mrs Andrew Stafford and Bernita Mr and Mrs Stanley Moe Mrs Lena Lloyd and Franklin Mr and Mrs Markerecrantz Mr and Mrs Martin Johnson Mr and Mrs Frank Isaacson and Mrs Tekla Brown
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernon Smith
Ramona
Mr. Smith
Lloyd Brown
Andrew Stafford
Bernita
Stanley Moe
Lena Lloyd
Franklin
Marker Ecrantz
Martinohnson
Frank Isaacson
Tekla Brown
Dinner Honoring Mrs Ollie Norris Marks 30th Birthday
A dinner was given for Mrs Ollie Norris at her home near Norway on Sunday April 27 to celebrate her 30th birthday anniversary. Attendees included Stella Scott Clyde Norris Morris Moravek Lloyd Norris Jim Norris Joseph Melhus Harold Dean Loretta Gray Iva Gray Martin Blosser and others from Norway Belleville Scandia Munden Jamestown and nearby areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ollie Norris
Norway
Norris
Stella. Scott
Clyde—Norris
Seventh and Eighth Grade Banquet at Scandia Schools
The seventh grade of Scandia Schools hosted an eighth grade banquet on Friday evening April 25 with mothers assisting. Decorations featured a blue and white theme and a large horseshoe Good Luck centerpiece. Menu included cocktail, creamed chicken, side dishes, salad, rolls, angel food cake and ice cream.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scandia
Sevemnh
Lloyd Nelson
Marilyn Johnston
Death of Chas. Simms in Republic
Charles J. Simms, longtime Republic resident, died Sunday evening. Funeral services are set for Thursday at 2:00 p.m. at the E.U.B. church in Republic with burial in Lake Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles J. Simms
Republic
E.U.B
Lake Cemetery
Death of Mrs Clara Price in Lincoln Nebraska
Ray Muth and Mrs Rex Farrell learned Saturday evening that their sister Mrs Clara Price of Lincoln Nebraska died of a heart attack. She leaves one son Dale Price of Riley formerly of Scandia. Funeral services were held Wednesday at the Bachelor Faulkner Dart Funeral Home in Scandia and at the E U B church in Republic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Muth
Rex Farrell
Clara Price
Lincoln
Nebr
Triple L Club Hosts Miss Mary West in Social Meeting
Miss Mary West hosted the Triple L Club at her home on Thursday afternoon. The meeting opened with the president leading and 100 members answered roll call. A lovely lunch was served and the club adjourned to meet again in two weeks on May 8 with Mrs. Axel Jensen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary West
Triple L
Axel Jensen
Death of Alex Othberg at 77 in Concordia
Word has been received that Alex Othberg of Courtland died Tuesday at St Joseph hospital in Concordia at age 77. He leaves one sister Mrs John Swenson of Scandia and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services are set for Saturday May 3 at 1 30 p m from Bachelor Faulkner Dart Funeral Home and Amana Lutheran church Scandia with Rev N H Pearson officiating. Burial will be in the Lutheran cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex Othberg
Courtland
St. Joseph Hospital
Concordia
John Swenson
Scandia
Sunshine Circle to Hold Food Sale at City Office
The Sunshine Circle sponsors a food sale at the City office on Saturday May 3. They will serve pie cake and coffee and invite all to patronize them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunshine Circle
Ail
Organ dedication at Amana Lutheran Scandia
A dedication service Sunday at 1:00 AM at Amana Lutheran Church in Scandia will unveil an organ and picture titled In His Presence. Special choir and solo performances are planned with Rev. Philip Larson of McPherson delivering the address. A covered dish dinner will follow the morning services in the church parlor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amana Lutheran Church
Scandia
Philip Larson
McPherson
Parior
Sunday Evening Supper Guests Listed
Mr and Mrs Harlan Johnston hosted a Sunday evening supper for guests including Mr and Mrs Clarence Williamson Mr and Mrs Lara Norgerd Mr and Mrs A To Slaughter Mr and Mrs Gent Slaughter Mr and Mrs Ir mRh hapa Mr and Mrs Russell DeWitt and Judy
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harlan Johnston
Clarence Williamson
Lara ‘Norgerd
Slaughter
Iirah
Apa
Russell DeWitt
Judy
Also Mentioned on This Page
Anton Nelson
George Stromberg
Godfrey Boman
Victor Erickson
Vernon Evert
Larry Jengon
A.C.’ Crawford
Max Remny
Finders ‘Keepers
Charles Mizer
Scandia School News
Colorado
Ronnie
Shorty
Donna
Barbara
S.hs
Y-Teen Club
Lois Erickson
Dorothy Johnson
Anita Anderson
Janet Freed
Jo Ann Currie
World Fellowship
Carol Rasmussen
Kay Rasmussen
8HS
Splichal
Wayne Watson
Betty Nears
Beloit
Alvin Weyh
Jim Swenson
Wm. J. Matthias
W. H. Berger
Mr. Wires
Royal Arch Masons
Bill. McClure
Arnt Carlson
Darrell Nelson
Aurie McBride
Darlene Veach
Alstatt
Kelly
Edna Robison
Mar Thompson
Ye Ed
Chas. Simms
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