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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1972
Page
2
An early morning visit to the dump reveals a cot tonwood seedling and thrush singing while other birds and a grackle forage among debris. The piece notes iris and peonies buds, tiger lily bulbs sprouting, and reflections on living Bible translations from Tim Dale House with Moses and Jehovah dialogue.
A collection of thanks and social notices from Scandia and nearby towns includes acknowledgments for cards, letters, visits, flowers, and hospital care. Individuals named include Opal Rasmussen Imperial Nebraska Alma Aspegren and families, with mentions of local residents and weekend gatherings.
Advice on long distance driving urges motorists to cap daily mileage at 300 miles to avoid fatigue and potential damage. Warns against pushing endurance to dangerous levels and emphasizes safety over speed or record attempts.
Lula Boman celebrated her 87th birthday on Sunday April 30 at her daughter’s home in Colorado Springs. About 40 relatives attended a pot luck lunch, with multiple family members and friends listed among guests from nearby areas and beyond.
A daughter Susan Anette Chandler born April 10 to Tom Chandler of Salina and Mabel Chandler of Belleville. Family notes list grandparents and previous generations. Local social events include birthday and anniversary dinner for Mrs Elsie Berggren, visits around Courtland, Salina, McPherson, and Junction City, plus a Social Hour Club meeting with Bible verse roll call and prize gifts.
A reminiscence laments the destruction of old cottonwoods along the highway near Scandia. The writer recalls how flood planted the trees in orderly rows and how the new road spared seedlings, yet progress now signals their decline as the landscape changes.
A reminiscence recalls Plum Creek and its enduring cottonwood shelter. The narrator reflects on childhood groves planted by early steelworkers, trees lost to hard years, and the emotional value of green despite practical dislike for seed fluff. The piece contrasts rugged frontier life with present-day tree loss and recycling.
Warren A Scott Carl E Larson announce campaigns for Republic County offices on the Republican ticket subject to voters will at the August primary election. The offices cited include Treasurer Probate Judge Clerk with candidacies stated for August.
Consumers embrace self cleaning electric ranges with built in thermostats and precise surface unit control. New models feature plug in griddles rotisseries meat thermometers and ventilation hoods. Visit local appliance dealers tomorrow to see the display and learn why these ovens are favored.
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