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Newspaper

Scandia Journal

Location

Scandia, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1955

Page

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Trouble Along the Way heads to Princess Theatre

John Wayne stars in Warner Bros. Trouble Along the Way at the Princess Theatre for May 21 and 22. Donna Reed, Charles Coburn and Marie Windsor co star in a warm comedy drama about a two fisted man, his child and a welfare officer.

John Wayne Donna Reeg Charles Coburn Warner Bros Donna Reed Hollywood Iowa Marie Windsor Wayne Sherry Jackson Reed Coburn St. Anthony College

Death of Mrs. F. O. Werner at 84 in Concordia

Word has been received that Mrs. F. O. Werner died about 1:00 p.m. Tuesday May 17 at the Sheets Rest Home in Concordia after a lingering illness. She was 84 and is survived by a daughter Mrs. Jennie Dunnigan of New York and a granddaughter. Mrs. Fern Cuthbertson visited her sister Mrs. Carl Cuthbertson of Belleville Saturday.

F. Werner Concordia

Social visitors host Mrs Cuthbertson circle

Last week collera of Mrs. Carl Cuthbertson were Mrs. Robert Doctor, Mrs Ed Loring, Mrs John Nondorf and Mrs. Robert Scrivner, Mrs. Ed Loring, Mrs. Carl Cuthbert son and Mrs. Robert Scrivner were Monday afternoon guests of Mrs. Fred Evert.

Collera Carl Cuthbertson Robert Doctor Ed Loring John Nondorf Robert Scrivner Fred Evert

Courtland bridal show honors Miss Joyce Somers

Mr and Mrs George Freed and family and 2nd Mr and Mrs Reggie Reed visited the Freeds. Mrs Edith Swanson and Miss Anna Swanto attended a bridal show at the Methodist church in Courtland on Saturday evening honoring Miss Joyce Somers.

Edith Swanson Anna Swanto Methodist Church Courtland Joyce Somers

Weekend Visits Across Cambridge and Jameston Community

Mr and Mrs Noel Tyson of Cambridge Nebraska spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs Mondo Tedrow and their daughters and Mrs Bessie Tedrow. Last week carriers of Mrs E M Eastwest included Mrs Ida Hammer Mrs Alice Hammer Mr and Mrs M L Larson and Mr and Mrs Harold Smith with Sheryl and David. Mr and Mrs Clarence Gile visited Sunday afternoon with Mr and Mrs Stanley McMillan and Marian of Jameston.

Noel Tyson Cambridge, Nebr Mondo Tedrow Bessie Tedrow caYfers E. M Clarence Gile Stanley McMillan Mariqn Jameston

Local Visits and Trips Mentioned in Clarence Gile Household

Mr 1 Mrs H L Gile visited the Clarence Gile home Monday afternoon. Mrs Claude Goodwin left Thursday for Junction City where she is spending a few days.

H. L. Gile Clarence Gile Claude Goodwin Junction City

Ireved Hammer and Marjorieeer Veered From Friday in Wichita

Not enough clear details exist in the fragment to identify specific events or entities. The text mentions Ireve Hammer and Marjorieer and a time span from Friday evening to Sunday evening in Wichita, but lacks a coherent incident, context, or outcome to summarize as a news item.

Ireve Hammer Marjorieer‘void Wichita

Dinner guests in Homewood weekend visit

Mrs Hieie Noble and Mrs Avice Hammer were Sunday dinner guests of Mr Walter Boyles and Lynetic, with the occasion noted at their home.

Hieie Noble Avice Hammer Walter Boyles Lynetic

1955 Honor Roll Subscriptions Received This Week

List of new and renewing subscribers includes Mrs E A Purdy of Belleville Fred Larson and Frank Gransted with Bernice Gransted of Hollywood California. The item notes recent receipts in the past week.

E. A. Purdy Belleville Fred Larson Frank Gransted Bernice Gransted Hollywood Cal

Abbott and Costello Meet the Keystone Cops at Princess Theatre

Abbott and Costello light up the screen in a silent era spoof as they chase an embezzler from a non existent studio. The comedy features Mack Sennett Bathing Beauties Keystone Kops and a galaxy of era icons with a June 1 opening date.

Hollywood Bud ‘Abbott Lou Costello Abbott and Costello Keystone Bud Lou Mack Sennett Fred Clark the Phony Lynn Bari Maxie Rosenbloom Heinie Conklin Hank Mann Roscoe Ates Bud Abbott Keystone Kops

Salina Visit Notes By Cottonwood Falls Trip

Mrs Bill Clark and Billy were Saturday overnight guests of Mr and Mrs Stan Clark in Salina They spent Sunday in Cottonwood Falls with Mr Clerk.

Bill Clark Billy Stan Clark Salina Cottonwood Falls Clerk

Christie hosts birthday club at home gathering

Mrs George Christie acted as hostess to the birthday club on Wednesday afternoon. Present were Mrs Lars Norgard Mrs Russe Dewitt Mrs Ben Denoyer Mrs Walter Berry Mrs Bill Moe Mrs George Cardwell and Mrs Walter Anderson. A lovely lunch was served by the hostess.

George ‘Christie Lars Norgard Russe Dewitt Ben Denoyer Walter Berry Bill Moe George Cardwell Walter Anderson

Sunday Visitors From Lebanon Attend Fredrickson Event

Mr and Mrs Bop Sankey and Mr and Mrs Mike and Diane from Lebanon were Sunday afternoon guests of Mr and Mrs Reuben Fredrickson and John.

Bop Sankey Mike Diane Lebanon Reuben Fredrickson John

Freed and Ericksons Visit Sunday Evening

Mr and Mrs Charles Freed visited Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs Vic Erickson.

Charles Freed Vic Erickson

Mr and Mrs Lloyd Nelson and Darrell visit Glenwood Freed home

Friday evening guests at the Glenwood Freed residence included Mr and Mrs Lloyd Nelson and Darrell, enjoying an informal gathering.

Lloyd Nelson Darrell Glenwood Freed Home

Local visits and family gatherings across Belleville area

Mr and Mrs Fred Mosher of Tex ford called at the Glenwood Freed home Saturday afternoon. They spent the weekend visiting relatives in Republic Belleville and Scandia. Sara and Ann Hickman are spending a few days with their grandparents Mr and Mrs George Mex ham of Belleville. Mr and Mrs Thornton Doctor Pob ang Sandra and Mrs Kauer and baby all of Belleville were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Robert Doctor honoring Mrs Doctor's birthday anniversary.

Fred Mosher Texford Glenwood Republic Belleville Scandia Sara Ann Hickman Mrs George Mexham Mrs. Thornton Pobang Sandra Mrs. Kauer Baby Robert Doctor C. W. Strom Mel- Melvin Moon Minnie Gray Concordia Ben Denoyer George Cardwell Steven

Belleville Family Hosts Sunday Dinner Guests

Mr and Mrs Leonard Stephenson and family of Belleville were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Warren Hickman and family. Joe Sprague of Fairbury Neb visited Thursday morning with Sam Greenslade.

Leonard Stephenson Belleville Warren Hickman Joe Sprague Fairbury Nebr Sam Greenslade

Lindstorg Visitor Party Spends Weekend in Town

Mrs. Virgil Morrow and her daughters spent Wednesday through Saturday visiting with Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Cooper. Mrs. Anna Gunter called on Susie Lervoild on Friday afternoon.

Anna Gunter Susie Lervoild

Scandia FFA elects officers for new year at chapter meeting

Scandia Chapter of Future Farmers of America elected officers for the new year: President Maurice Hammer, Vice President Loren Jensen, Secretary Darrel Nelson, Treasurer Harry Vanek, Reporter Alan Kirk, Sentinel Keith Allen. A freshman farewell party honored Mr Nelson with decorations, cake, and gifts in the Vocational Ag room.

Scandia Future Farmers of America Maurice Hammer Loren Jensen Darrel Nelson Harry Vanek Alan Kirk Keith Allen Nelson Vocational Ag Hilton Hammer Nelsor Neetie

Mr and Mrs Anderson Visit Lindens on Sunday

Mr and Mrs Russell Anderson and Roger and Pamela spent Sunday afternoon with Mr and Mrs Oscar Linden, sharing a family gathering and conversation.

Russell Anderson Roger Pamela Oscar Linden

Local Guests Share Friday Dinner at Anderson Home

Mr and Mrs Walter Henry and Mrs Minnie Anderson visited Friday dinner with Mr and Mrs Rusgell Anderson. Afternoon guests included Mrs Chester Anderson and Mrs Sim on of Kirwin.

Walter Henry Minnie Anderson Rusgell, Anderson Chester Anderson Simon of Kirwin

Courtland guests join the Allen family for Sunday dinner

Mr and Mrs Lester Allen and Ronnie of Courtland were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Cecil Allen and Keith. The gathering highlighted family ties and local hospitality in a small town setting.

Lester Allen Ronnie of Courtland Cecil Allen Keith

Richards Couple Visited Reverend Bookless Home

Mr. and Mrs. JL Richards spent Thursday afternoon at the Rev. J D Bookless home in Clyde. Douglas Richards returned home with them to spend a few days.

Mrs. JL. S Richards Rev. J. D. Bookless Clyde Douglas Richards

Birthday Dinner Honors Mrs Nelson in Superior Nebraska

Mrs. Myrtle Grubb and Decuglas Richards joined Mr. and Mrs. I. R. Richards for a Sunday birthday observance for Mrs. Warren Nelson of Superior Nebraska. Mr. and Mrs. Warren Zimmerman attended for afternoon coffee.

Warren Nelson Superior Nebr Myrtle Grubb Decuglas Richards I. ©. Richards

Billy Erickson At Bill Clark Home While Parental Trip

Billy Erickson spends a few days at the Bill Clark home as his parents are away in Topeka.

Billy Erickson Bill Clark Topeka

Local residents host guests for Wednesday and weekend

Mr and Mrs W Cooper and Mrs J Igil Morrow and daughters of Lindsvorg spent Wednesday evening with Mr and Mrs Bill Moe. Superior Nebr and Douglas Richarrs were Saturday evening supper guests of Mr and Mrs Chris E Nelson and Mrs Myrtle Grubb.

Mrs. W. ©. Cooper J.igil Morrow and Daughters of Lindsvorg Bill Moe Warren Nelson Superior, Nebr Douglas Richarrs Chris’ E. Nelson Myrtle Grubb

Mrs Merle Haser Dined With Mr and Mrs Clarence Hager

Mrs Merle Haser was a Sunday dinner guest of Mr and Mrs Clarence Hager at their home.

Merle Haser Clarence Hager

Fischer and Foreberg Visit Loyd Fischer in Hastings

Mr and Mrs Gene Fischer of Byron Nebraska and Mr and Mrs Edward Foreberg spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs Loyd Fischer of Hastings Nebraska.

Gene Fischer Byron Nebr Ena Edward Foreberg Loyd Fischer Hastings, Nebr

Local visit from California and Iowa pairs

Mrs Claris Marshall of Los Angeles California Simon Henderson of Fort Madison Iowa and Mrs Nellie Henderson of Concordia visited with Mr and Mrs Robert Doctor Wednesday morning.

Claris Marshall Los Angeles Calif Simon Henderson Fort Madison Iowa Nellie Henderson Concordia Robert Doctor

Brown returns home after winter in California

M. O. Brown arrived back Monday from a winter spent in California with his daughter Mrs H W Griess and Mr Griess. They also visited Mrs Ruth Pease Ron and Buhl Idaho.

M. O. Brown California H. W. Griess Mr. Griess Charlotte Ruth Pease Ron Buhl Idaho

Perry family mourns sudden Wisconsin death

Arnold J. Perry left Friday for Black River Falls Wisconsin where he was summoned by the death of his father Austin J. Perry. Funeral services were held on Sunday.

Arnold J. Perry Black River Falls Wisc Austin J. Perry

Family hosts weekend guests at Pawnee City

Mr and Mrs Godfrey Boman and family and Homan were weekend guests of Mr and Mrs El Bon an and family at Pawnee City Nebraska. The social visit highlighted local ties and hospitality in the community.

Godfrey Boman Homan el Bonan Pawnee City, Neher

Mumps Outbreak Touches Local 5th and 6th Grades

Carl Reece Larry Larson Jimmy Airsekeen and Betty Johnson are listed as having mumps this week. Givendolyn Williams celebrated a birthday anniversary on Monday. The group mentions enjoying the canny bars she provided.

Carl Reece Larry Larson Jimmy Airsekeen Betty Johnson

Eighth graders earn certificates for book reports and spelling honors

The eighth graders took achievement tests on Friday May 13. Rose Williams and Maye Norris received certificates for book reports on five books. Those scoring 100 on spelling tests this week were Beverly, Lois Sue, Shirley, Clara, Rose and Jeanette.

Rose Williams Maye Norris Beverly Lois Sue Shirley Clara Rose Jeannette

Concordia Family Hosts Sunday Supper in Johnson Home

Mr and Mrs Chester Johnson and family of Concordia and Mrs Algor Anderson were Sunday evening supper guests of Mr and Mrs Charles Johnson. Afternoon visitors included Mrs Albert Sandine and Mrs Bill Dunkin of New York.

Chester Johnson Concordia Algor Anderson Charles Johnson Albert Sandine Bill Dunnigan New York

Mr and Mrs Algot Anderson Visit Courtland Hostess

Mr and Mrs Algot Anderson were Tuesday evening guests of Mrs Est her Lindberg of Courtland.

Algot Anderson Esther Lindberg Courtland

Hedstrom and Hugos Visit Bergstroms on Sunday

Mr and Mrs A N Hedstrom and Mrs Ella Hugos spent Sunday evening at the Ivan Bergstrom home.

A. N. Hedstrom Ella Hugos Ivan Bergstrom

Pupil and Teacher Tour to Minden Nebraska

The pupils and a teacher from Kack ley grade school enjoyed a Friday excursion to Minden Nebraska.

Kackley Minden Nebro

Social Notes From Local Visits List Apegren Larson Blakeley

Mr and Mrs Wallace Aspegren visited at the George Larson home on Tuesday evening Ed Blakeley of Topeka spent Wednesday with his mother Mrs Clara Blakeley

Mrs. Wallace Aspegren George Larson Ed Blakeley Topeka Clara Blakeley

Mrs Clara Blakeley Seeks Eye Care In Omaha Visit

Mrs Clara Blakeley spent a few days in Omaha Nebraska last week and consulted an eye specialist during her stay.

Clara Blakeley Omaha Nebr

Berggrens Visit Grant Berggren Home Weekend

Mr and Mrs Clarence Berggren of Republic spent Saturday and Sunday at the Grant Berggren home reflecting a family weekend gathering in the county.

Mrs Clarence Berggren Republic Grant Berggren

Mrs George Cardwell Hosts Triple L Club Meeting

Mrs George Cardwell hosted the Triple L Club at her home on Thursday afternoon with 14 members present. The group visited and played pinochle, with refreshments served by the hostess. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs Dwaine Greenslade on May 26.

George ‘Cardwell Triple L Dwaine Greenslade

Princess to Show CinemaScope Debut at Princess Theatre

The Princess Theatre plans CinemaScope premieres starting June 11 and 12 with Doris Day in Lucky Me, then June 25 and 26 featuring John Wayne in The High and The Mighty. Fred Walls will install the new equipment June 10 and oversee the opening. The town of Scandia looks forward to a new motion picture era with big titles and upgraded screens. A separate note covers a birthday basket dinner at the Strom home honoring Mrs. Strom.

Princess Theatre Doris Day John Wayne Scandia Princess Sthal Fred Walls The Theatre Service Co Topeka

Harold C Simpson Visits Father in Kansas City

Harold C Simpson of Kansas City Missouri visited his father Lester Simpson and Mrs Simpson on Thursday. He graduated from Aeronautic School and will work in a controls tower in San Antonio Texas.

Harold C. Simpson Kansas City Lester Simpson

Missionary Rev. Lloyd Long Visits Axel Nelson Home

Rev. Lloyd Long a missionary in India and relative of Mrs. Axel Nelson was a Thursday visitor at the Axel Nelson home.

Lloyd Long India Axel Nelson

Munden Residents Visit Rodney Dovel Sunday Afternoon

Mr. and Mrs. Bill Pelicek and Mrs. Maude Dooley, all of Munden, called on Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Dovel Sunday afternoon.

Bill Pelicek Maude Dooley Munden Rodney Dovel

Birthday luncheon honors Mrs. George Christie Thirty-Third

A group of ladies gathered at Mrs. George Christie’s home on Friday for a potluck lunch to celebrate her birthday anniversary. Present were Mrs. Alta Strand Mrs. Rodney Dovel Mrs. Herman Newcomb and Mrs. Ralph Lewellyn.

George Christie Alta Strand Rodney Dovel Herman Newcomb Ralph Lewellyn

Belleville Families Visit Dovel Household Friday

Mr and Mrs Glenn Herbie and their boys from Belleville called on Mr and Mrs Rodney Dovel Friday evening for an informal social visit.

Glenn Herbie Belleville Rodney Dovel

Pearson couple joy over baby boy David Curtis arrival

Reverend and Mrs. N H Pearson celebrate the birth of a son to live with parents Nels and Jo Ann Pearson in Wichita. The child was named David Curtis and arrived May 11.

N. H. Pearson Nels and Jo Ann Pearson Wichita David Curtis

American Legion Auxiliary Meeting Set for May 25

The American Legion Auxiliary will hold its meeting on May 25. Members are invited to attend at the post hall, with agenda including reports and planned community activities.

American Legion Auxiliary

Farrells Visit Ericksons at Bird City. Harvey Sandell Home

Mr and Mrs Rex Farrell and Mrs Minnie Farrell visited Mr and Mrs Monroe Erickson in Bird City. Harvey Sandell returned home Friday from St Joseph hospital and is getting along very nicely.

Rex Farrell Minnie Farrell Monroe Erickson Bird City Harvey Sandell St. Joseph Hospital

Royal Cafe Hosts Revered Pearson Dinner

Reverend and Mrs. N. H. Pearson were Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. Clare Blakeley at the Royal Cafe.

N. H. Pearson Clare Blakeley The Royal Cafe

Visit to Clarence Berggren Home in Republic

Mr and Mrs Glenn Scrivner and David and Mr and Mrs Grant Berggren and Donna visited the Clarence Berggren home in Republic on Thursday evening.

Glenn Scrivner David Grant Berggren Donna Clarence Berggren Republic

Algor Andersons Spend Monday in Topeka and Kansas City

Mr and Mrs Algor Anderson spent Monday and one in Topeka and Kansas City Missouri visiting relatives and sightseeing during their trip.

Algor Anderson Topeka Kansas City

Richards Host Sherman Robison Visit Friday Evening

Mr and Mrs Richards welcomed Sherman Robison Friday evening at their home. The gathering included Mr Richards and Mrs Richards and other friends in a cordial social event.

Mr. and Bérs Sherman Robison Mra. L.‘S. Richards

Wagner of California Visits Scotts City Relatives

Wagner of California is visiting relatives in Scotts City for a few days.

Wagner California Scotts City

Local Hosts Welcome Rex Farrell and Guests

Mr and Mrs Rex Farrell and Na dene with Mrs Bill Farrell and Randy visited on Tuesday evening with Mr and Mrs Grant Berggren and Donnia, sharing hospitality at home.

Rex Farrell Nadene Bill Farrell Randy Raymond Robbing Don Burandt Grant Berggren Donnia

Coxs Visit Carl Hammer Home During Commencement Week

Mr and Mrs Don Cox of Scottville visited at the Carl Hammer home on Sunday Mrs Cox will spend the week with the Hammers and attend the school commencement exercises during the week This brief social note records a visiting pair and their plans around a local commencement event.

Don Cox Scottavi‘re Carl Hammer

Band Uniform Festival to Benefit Local P T A

The P T A hosts Band Uniform by Night on Saturday June 4 at the Princess featuring Riding Shotgun and a 21 inch Philco TV giveaway. A White Elephant sale with homemade ice cream and cake plus coffee runs from 7 30 p m with items auctioned to raise funds for the band uniform drive.

Sermal P.T. A’s Service Stardomt Swift Produce Josie Robison P.T. A

X Ray Unit To Tour Republic County In June

A mobile X ray unit will visit Belleville Scandia and Cuba in June for chest examinations. Aiming to detect TB early the unit can handle up to 500 exams daily with quick, clothing free sweeps. Reports go to individuals and doctors with follow up x rays if needed.

Belleville E. 4. Purdy Republic County Tuberculosis Association Purdy Thressa Kelly Dorothy Needham M S. Willer E. E. McDonald Baker Topeka State Assn Courthouse Scandia Cuba Republic County TR Assa

Sherdahl HDU May Meeting Highlights Storage Lesson

The Sherdahl HDU met May 10 at the home of Mrs. Charley Tuley for a storage lesson on organizing articles. Mrs. Elsie Noble and Mr. Tuley led a second session. eight members and one guest attended. A donation was made to the Family Life Institute.

Wren Charley. Tuley Sherdahl Hdu Elsie Noble Tuley Family Life Institute Kenneth Tuley Oscar Cadell Marysville Scandia Hilton Waite Homer Cardwell

Scandia Members Attend Lutheran Choral Union Practice

Attendees from Scandia included Rev and Mrs N. H. Pearson, Mrs Clara Olson, Mrs Olga Hugos, Mrs B. E. Conselman, and Mrs Wi Wa Aspgren at the Kackley Lutheran church for practice. The chorus will perform at the Methodist church in Jamestown on Sunday May 22.

Scandia Lutheran Choral Union Kackley Lutheran Church N. H. Pearsom Clara ‘Olson Olga Hugos B. E. Conselman Wi Wa Aspegren Methodist Church Jamestown

Sunday Dinner Guests at Rebi Son Home

Sunday dinner guests at the Rebi son home included Mr. and Mrs. Sharma. Also present were Robison, Charles and Martha, Nina Hammer and Miss May Freeman.

Rebison Home Mrs. Sharma Robison Charles Martha Me Nina Hammer Miss May. Freeman

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