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Scandia Journal

Location

Scandia, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1956

Page

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Beneath the 12 Mile Reef in Cinemascope at Princess Theatre

20th Century Fox presents Beneath the 12 Mile Reef in Cinemascope and Technicolor at the Princess Theatre for May 19–20. Starring Robert Wagner, Terry Moore, Gilbert Roland, with J. Carrol Naish and Richard Boone. tale of Greek sponge divers and English rivals amid shark and manta warfare.

Andlarsea 20Th Century- Fox 12 Mile Reef Princess Theatre Robert Wagner Terry Moore Gilbert Roland Oo. Ma Tarpon Springs Key West Florida Looge J. Carrol Naish Richard Boone Grace Kelly

Sherdahl 4-H Boosters Host Judging and Show Events

Sherdahl Boosters 4-H club held a Grass and Land Judging school May 9 at Frank Tanzlick farm north of Belleville. Attendees included Oren Reed Gary Odell and family and others. At Clay Center May 1 the Black and White show saw Sherdahl members place first in team judging with Kenny Swiercinsky John Odell Rex Freed and awards for individuals. The club met May 7 at Ambrose schoolhouse and planned meetings with Willowdale May 14 Pawnee Indians May 24 and a Spring Tour May 24. A Lunch Boxes talk by Sharon Freed and clover seed inoculation demo by John Odell followed a parliamentary quiz led by Kenny Swhercinsky. Recreation included a blowing contest led by Maudie Hallack. Hosts were Mr. and Mrs Frankie Mikesell. John Odell was reporter.

Frank Tanzlick Belleville Sherdahl Boosters Oren Reed Gary Oscar Odell Ronald John Clay Center Sherdahl Loys Swiercinsky Johnny Kenny Frank Kelly Larry Leonard Freed Rex Sharon Steven Gary Reed Janice Kenny Swiercinsky John Odell Rex Freed Ambrose School House Willowdale Club Pawnee Indians Sharon Freed Kenny Swhercinsky Dennis Peters Ronald Odell Maudie Hallack Frankie Mikesell

Death of A. B. Mahan Remains in Salina and Scandia

A. B. Mahan died Friday at his Salina home at 91 years 2 months. He operated a shoe shop until three weeks ago. Funeral services were held in Salina and Scandia from the Methodist church with burial in Union Valley cemetery.

A. & Mahan Salina Mr. Mahan Galina Scandia Methodist Church Union Valley Cemetery

Kansas City youths spend weekend with family

Andy Perry of Kansas City visited over the weekend with his mother Mrs. Emily Willis and sister Mrs. Alice Cahill, sharing time together in a family gathering.

Andy Perry Kansas City Emily Willis Alice Cahill

Weekend visit of Pearson family to Rev. N H Pearson

Mr and Mrs Nels Pearson Jr and Curtis of Wichita visited Rev and Mrs N H Pearson over the weekend.

Nels Pearson, Jr Curtis Wichita N.H. Pearson

Honor Roll of new and renewing subscriptions

The 1956 honor roll lists Milo Johnson and Edward Forsberg among new and renewal subscriptions received in the past week.

OUR Milo Johnson Edward Forsberg New

Brownie troop hosts mothers with candle lighting

W A H Brownies entertained their mothers as guests on Tuesday afternoon. The girls held their regular meeting and Candle Lighting services. Colleen Thompson became a new Brownie Scout and received her pin and cap. Twelve mothers attended as each girl gave her mother potted plants she helped start. Ice cream and wafers were served.

W.A.H. Brownie Troop Colleen Thompson

U and I Art Club Meeting Report May 8

Mrs. Ray Tingstrom hosted the U and I Art Club at her home on Tuesday afternoon May 8 with nine members present and two guests Mrs. ElReno Sederlin and Mrs. Lloyd Norris. The next meeting is set for May 22 with Mrs. R. E. Cooper in charge.

Ray Tingstrom U and I Art Club ElReno Sederlin Lloyd Norris R. E. Cooper

RAR Club Meeting Hosted by Mrs Norris in May

Mrs Lloyd Norris entertained the RAR club at her home with nine members including Mrs Granstedt Lloyd and Strom. Refreshments were served. Mrs Zenia Stofer hosted a morning coffee with a spring bouquet table arrangement. Guests included Mrs Reece Johnson Lervold Eastvedt Hugos Sederlif English Smith Cardwell Berry and many others. Stofer was assisted by Mrs Boyles and Mrs Berry.

Lloyd Norris R.A.R. Club Bertha Granstedt Lena Lloyd W. J. Matthias C. W. Strom Walter Boyles Max Muth Ray Tingstrom BE HL Lewis Zenia Stofer Max Berry Carl Reece Reuben Johnson Ben Lervold Hiner Eastvedt Carl Hugos ElReno Sederlif Sherman English Axel Smith Geo. Cardwell Frank Granstedt Henry Rosene Ruby Berry Joyce Johnson E. H. Lewis Wm. Moe Vachel Crawford Formosa Joseph Johnson Carl Hammer Raymond Cooper Charles Tedrow Anna Hohman Edith Forsberg

Delta Kappa Chi Pi Sigma Upsilon Spring Formal Attendees

Miss Lois Erickson and Gerald Toburen of Salina attended the Delta Kappa Chi Pi Sigma Upsilon Spring Formal at K W U Saturday night. Lois stayed with Elaine Kocher and they attended church in Luray and Lucas Sunday morning where Toburen is student pastor, then dined with Rev. L F Toburen and Sarah in Beloit.

Lois Erickson Gerald Toburen K.W.U Salina Lois Elaine Kocher Luray and Lucas Toburen L. F. Toburen Sarah Beloit

Social callers visit Ed Loring home list names

A week of visitors to the Ed Loring residence includes Mrs. Clara Cuthbertson and family, Mrs. Kate Scrivner, Mrs. Bertha Nondorf, Mrs. Vera Newcomb and Phyllis, Mrs. Godfrey Boman and Larry, the Loring couple, Mrs. Jennie Stromberg, Mrs. Bob Doctor, Mrs. Anna Hohman, Mrs. Esther Johnson, Burl Cuthbertson, and many others across multiple households. The article also notes visits by Mr. and Mrs. Ray Tingstrom, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Mahin, Mrs. Etta Nystrom, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Barber, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Reece, Mrs. Ada Aspegren, Mrs. Irvin Currie, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Spitler and Anita, Dr. C. V. Haggman, Mrs. Ruth Johnson, and Mr. and Mrs. Clark Danielson.

Ed Loring Clara Cuthbertson Kate Scrivner Bertha Nondorf Vera Newcomb Phyllis Godfrey Boman Larry Rick Loring Jennie Stromberg Bob Doctor Anna Hohman Esther Johnson Burl Cuthbertson Ray Tingstrom Sam Mahin Etta Nystrom Clarence Barber Carl Reece Ada Aspegren Irvin Currie Gene Spitler Anita C. V. Haggman Ruth Johnson Clark Danielson

Cub Scout Den 1 Plant Garden at Dale Uhrich Home

Den 1 troop 232 met after school Wednesday at Dale Uhrich residence to plant a garden and flowers for a project. Six cubs attended with den chief Valgene Isaacson and two den mothers. Skit practice for the next pack meeting on Tuesday May 22. Refreshments were served by Mrs Uhrich.

Den 1 Cub Scouts Dale Uhrich Valgene Isaacson

Crawford couples host Mother’s Day dinner in Formosa

Mr. and Mrs. Vachel Crawford of Formosa entertained with a Mother’s Day dinner for Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Crawford, Mrs. A. W. Horn, Mrs. Bernith a Williams, Mrs. Max Berry and Gordon and Mrs. Ruby Berry.

Vachel Crawford Formosa C. A. Crawford A. W. Horn Bernitha Williams Max Berry Gordon Ruby Berry

Cub Scout Round Table Attended by Three Mothers

Mrs. Lee Ulmer Mrs. Dale Uhrich and Mrs. Hugh Modlin attended a cub scout round table in Concordia on Tuesday evening.

Lee Ulmer Dale Uhrich Hugh Modlin Concordia

Sunday Dinner Guests Listed for Mrs. Alice Hammer

Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. Alice Hammer were Mrs. Marion Jones Lynette and David and Larry Ham mer all of Wichita Mr. and Mrs. Lee Hammer and children of Superior Nebr and Miss Irene Hammer and Harold McDowell of Manhattan.

Alice Hammer Marion Jones Lynette David Larry Hammer Wichita Lee Hammer Superior Nebr Irene Hammer Harold McDowell Manhattan

End of Year Reflections and School Trip Highlights

Sophomores finish tests in biology and English while Home Ec prepared inventory. The 7th and 8th graders join a May 10 Spring Concert, and a baccalaureate service precedes a class trip to Belleville with Montrose students. Students praise staff and note a fun park day and train ride home.

Sonia Mary McBride Darlene Veach Monty London Bridge Mary Darlene Sal Belleville Montrose Miss Robison Thelma

First Grade Visitors And Class Activities At School

The class welcomed several first grade visitors including Jimmy Nylund Eric Erickson Robert Perry Dickie Larson Patricia Hallgren Morris Lervold Susan Metcalf Vickie Florell and Betty Jo Tedrow. Robert donated baby mice and the class learned about post office needs and proper packaging. Ronald demonstrated a square knot after showing rope skills.

Jimmy Nylund Eric Erickson Robert Perry Dickie Larson Patricia Hallgren Morris Lervold Susan Metcalf Vickie Florell Betty Jo Tedrow Robert Ronald

Thursday Overnight Guest at Charles Johnson Home

Mrs Algor Anderson spent the night as a guest at the home of Charles Johnson, highlighting social visits in local society notes.

Mrs. Algor Anderson Charles Johnson

Sunday Dinner Guests at Algot Anderson Home

Mrs. Algot Anderson hosted dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Nels Pearson Jr. and Curtis of Wichita visiting from Wichita for a Sunday meal.

Algot Anderson Nels Pearson, Jr Curtis Wichita

Janice Erickson Visits Karen Ross Overnight

Janice Erickson spent a Wednesday night as an overnight guest of Karen Ross in Norway.

Janice Erickson Karen Ross Norway

Erickson Couple Visit at John Sankey Home

Mr and Mrs Vernon Erickson visited Wednesday at the John Sankey home in Republic.

Vernon Erickson John Sankey Republic

Mr and Mrs Keith Cady Guests at John Cady Home

Mr and Mrs Keith Cady and family were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs John Cady, sharing time and meal with the host family.

Keith Cady John Cady

Picnic at Pawnee Park Hosts Local Families

Mr and Mrs Bill Arnold and family Mr and Mrs Andy Canfield Mrs Eunice Canfield Steve and Mary Pounds and Randall Lindblade enjoyed a picnic dinner at Pawnee Park on Sunday.

Bill Arnold Andy Canfield Eunice Canifield Steve and Mary Pounds Randall Lindblade Pawnee Park

Formosa Residents Visit Sunday Evening Guests

Mr and Mrs Edwin Isaacson of Formosa called on Sunday evening with Mrs Albertina Iseaceon and Ida.

Edwin Isaacson of Formosa Albertina Iseaceon Ida

Isaacson Guests Visit Mrs Albertina Isaacson and Ida

Mr and Mrs Frank Isaacson and Mr and Mrs Edgar Isaacson were Sunday afternoon guests of Mrs Albertina Isaacson and Ida.

Frank Isaacson Edgar Isaacson Albertina Isaacson Ida

Salina Couple Hosts Weekend Guests of Local Clark Family

Mr and Mrs Ron Clark and family of Salina visited Mr and Mrs Wm Clark and Bill for a weekend gathering at their home, sharing time with relatives and friends.

Ron Clark Salina Wm. Clark Bill

Mother's Day Party in Norway Delights Pupil Mothers

Miss Loig Erickson and her students hosted a Mother's Day party for the mothers of pupils in the primary room at Norway on Monday afternoon. Guests included Mrs. Kenneth Christensen, Mrs. Karen Rom, Clarice Erickson, and Mrs. Vernon Erickson.

Loig Erickson Norway Kenneth Christensen Karen Rom Clarice Vernon Erickson

Mutual Benefit Club Meeting Adds Member on May 2

The Mutual Benefit club met May 2 at Mrs. John Vishnefske's with eight members present. Mrs. John Vishnefske Jr. became a member. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Frankie Mikesell on June 6.

Mutual Benefit Club John Vishnefske John Vishnefsske, Jr Frankie Mikesell

Seaman Announces Candidacy for Sheriff in Republican Bid

Anthony A. Seaman Republic County Undersheriff announces his bid for sheriff on the Republican ticket. Born nearby Belleville Grace Hill, he graduated Belleville High in 1929, farmed across years near Chester Nebraska, managed Chester Grain Co. for two years, then carpentered and raised livestock until becoming undersheriff two years ago. He is married to Alice Ranft, has a son in Belleville, and belongs to Belleville IOOF Lodge No 96.

Anthony A. Seaman Republic County Seaman Belleville Grace Hill Belleville High School Chester Nebr Chester Grain Co. Inc

Funeral Services Held for Joseph E. Cline

Relatives and friends traveled from Copeland Superior Nebr Wichita Leona Concordia Beloit Charles City Iowa Jamestown Kansas City Mo Belleville Chester Munden Hardy Ruskin Manhattan Atchison to attend the Sunday funeral for Joseph E. Cline. Attendees included Mattie Nellie and John Cline Harry Cline Pearl Alma Strom Emerson Mallory Eugene Brown jr and sr Louis Stofer Glenn Bertha and Virgil Larsen Mervin Larsen E Rogers McMillan and families Clarence Mahan Arch ie Larsen Bill Tipton Lawrence Presnall Gertrude Sweet Sam Somehalder Allen Millen and Jim Habiger.

Joseph E. Cline Mattie Nellie John Cline Copeland Harry Cline Superior Nebr Frank Berggren Wichita Arthur Fredrick Lloyd Knecht Paul Liroma Leona Pearl Alma Strom Emerson Mallory Concordia Eugene Brown Louis Stofer Beloit Charles Rasmussen Charles City Iowa Glenn Larsen Bertha Larsen Virgil Larsen Mervin Larsen E. Rogers McMillian Jamestown Clarence Mahan Kansas City Archie Larsen Belleville Bill Tipton Chester Lawrence Presnall Munden Gertrude Sweet Hardy Sam Somehalder Ruskin Allen Millen Manhattan Jim Habiger Atchison

Modlin Dinner Hosts Welcome Area Guests

Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Modlin and boys included Charley Loomis Andy Thompson Leonard Countryman and families Alice Clark and family from Concordia and Bill Smart from Salina. Afternoon callers were James Garst and Teressa from Lawrence.

Hugh Modlin Charley Loomis Andy Thompson Leonard Countryman Alice Clark Concordia Bill Smart Salina James Garst Teressa Lawrence

Hammer Family Hosts Weekend Guests

Mrs. Marion Jones and Lynette and David and Larry Hammer of Wichita visited weekend with Mrs. Alice Hammer while Miss Irene Hammer of Manhattan joined them for the stay.

Mrs Ramsey Hosts Visitors From Los Angeles

Monday afternoon guests of Mrs. Ramsey were Mrs Iam Aasadith and Mrs Ellis Perrin of Los Angeles California visiting with Daisy and Pauline.

Ramsey Daisy Pauline Iam Aasadith Ellis Perrin Los Angeles Calif

Wallace Aspegren Visit With Republic Couple

Mr and Mrs Wallace Aspegren were Sunday evening supper guests of Mr and Mrs Paw Beck of Republic.

Wallace Aspegren Mra Paw Beck of Republic

Mrs Kobes Hosts Monday Evening Supper Guests

Mrs Anna Kobes of Narka welcomed Mrs Wm Clark and Bill as dinner guests Monday evening at her home.

Wm. Clark Bill Anna Kobes Narka

Wm. Clark Spends Weekend at Home

Wm. Clark, employed at Pratt, spent the weekend at home according to a brief local update.

Wm. Clark Pratt

Morley and Horkman Guests at W E Cooper Home

Sunday dinner guests were Mr and Mrs Bill Morley and Gord on of Helleville Mr and Mrs Dennis Horkman of Wayne and Harold Cooper of Salina visiting Mr and Mrs W E Cooper in an activity noted in local social gossip.

Bill Morley Gordon Helleville Dennis Horkman Wayne Harold Cooper Salina W. E. Cooper

YWCA and P-Teens Install Officers at May 14 Meeting

The YWCA and P-Teens met May 14 at the high school auditorium. Mrs. Axel Jensen installed officers. YWCA officers listed include President Mrs. Richard Fogelberg and others. Worship by Mrs. Irving Isaacson featured solo by Bernita Verton and music by Sth grade girls and Loretta Freed. Lunch served by Mrs. Andy Thompson and committee.

YWCA P-Teeng Axel Jensen Richard Fogelberg Harvey Hammer Vernon Erickson Jack Reece Lena Fogelberg O. W. Erickson Andy Thompson

Scandia HDU Met Sets Tables for Occasions

Scandia HDU met May 9 with 10 members led by Mrs Pat Sandell. They split into groups to set tables for occasions and heard a reading titled When Jimmy Goes to Bed. The next meeting, June 13 with Mrs Andrew Stafford, will include craft lessons on Making Purses and Hats by Mrs Axel Jensen, Mrs Eldon Larson and Mrs Edward Forsberg.

Scandia Hdu Pat Sandell Irving Isaacson Jimmy Andrew Stafford Axel Jensen Eldon Larson Edward Forsberg

Death of Joe Cline Mourned North of Scandia

The community mourns the death of 53 year old Joe Cline who died at his home north of Scandia. He was born near Sherdah and lived his life in the area. He leaves his wife Jolene and son Charles with three brothers and three sisters. Funeral services were held at the EUB church in Republic with burial at Prairie Rose cemetery.

Joe Cline Scandia Joe Sherdah Jolene Charles Beild Eub Church Republic Prairie Rose

Triple L Club Meeting Held May 10 At Mrs Cardwell’s Home

Mrs George Cardwell hosted the Triple L club at her home on Thursday afternoon May 10 with 14 members and one guest Mrs Arlis White. The group visited and played pinchbe and enjoyed lunch before adjourning to meet Mrs Merle Haser on May 24.

George Cardwell Arlis White Mra Merle Haser

Pink and Blue Shower Honors Mrs. Warren Nelson and Zener Home

A pink and blue shower was hosted by Mrs. Wilbur Zener Mrs. Warren Zimmerman Mrs. George Cardwell and Mrs. Aaron Johnson for Mrs. Warren Nelson at the Zener home Monday evening. Dozens of guests from Liberal Clyde Belleville Superior and other areas attended including Mrs. Christ Nelson Mrs. Myrtle Grubb Mrs. L S Richards and many others.

Wilbur Zener Warren Zimmerman George Cardwell Aaron Johnson Warren Nelson Zener Christ E. Nelson Myrtle Grubb L. S. Richards Pp. Ahrens A. J. Perry Cameron Lowe E. C. Wire Reynold Nystrom Rodney Dove

Auxiliary Met May 4 At Legion Hall With 11 Members

American Legion Auxiliary met at the Legion Hall on Friday May 4 with 11 members present and two guests. Mrs Allen Gunter will serve as treasurer to finish Mrs Wayne Smiths term. A window display of poppies was planned. The group held a pot luck supper at 6 30 and after the meal and meeting a wildlife film was shown.

American Legion Auxiliary Legion Hall Allen Gunter Wayne Smith Legion and Auxiliary

Riverview 4 H Club Sets Skating Party and Picnic

The Riverview 4H club schedules a skating party on May 22 at 8:00 PM at the Courtland skating rink. A pre-event picnic starts at 6:30 PM at Alva Thompson’s slab, with each member to bring weiners buns and marshmallows for themselves and guests. members may invite one guest and families are welcome.

Riverview Courtland Alva Thompson

Social Visit At A B Mahan Home In Salina

Mr and Mrs George Fike Jr Mr and Mrs Ray Tingstrom and Mr and Mrs O A Johnson visited at the A B Mahan home in Salina Friday night.

George Fike, Jr Ray Tingstrom O. A. Johnson Salina

Also Mentioned on This Page

Sherdahl Booster 4-H Club Mahan W.A.H. Brownies RAR Scandian School News N. H. Pearson Shs Trade Winds Bernita Verton Martha Robison Helen Nystrom Girls Glee Club Glee Club Natturno Darrell Nelson Tim Harold Pounds Linda Reece JoAnn Larson Jane Ann Reece Ronald Larson Judy DeWitt Sonia Larson Lola Sandell Randy Uhrich Arnold Loring Mary Pickel Everette Fike Cheryl Currie Donna Runft Marilyn Larson Jimmy Rockey Billy Erickson Barbara Tedrow Reed Tracy Blaine Jane Ann Elaine Cheryl Donna Marilyn Colleen Mutual Benefit Club Met Lynette and XYWCA Triple L
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