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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1912
Page
7
The Male Quartette consisting of Nelson West Nelson and Bedard enjoyed a pleasant Saturday evening at the home of S. W. Grubb in Scandia.
A. W. Sandine of Jamestown visited Scandia on Saturday en route to Belleville. D. A. Nywall moved into their pew home on 4th Street and Kansas Avenue late last week. The residence is described as among the finest in Scandia.
Miss Muriel Grubb and her Sunday School Juniors spent an afternoon in the woods on Monday thanks to Supt H. S. Johnson who provided a carry-all for the class picnic.
A. Ellingson invites customers to view his fine line of wall paper and alabastine products.
H S Cooper offers deed mortgage and lease drafting services as a Republic County Kansas notary public with many years of experience guiding clients through real estate and loan documents.
Mrs E A Page of Phillipsburg visited the Grubb family on Wednesday to attend the commencement. Mr Page joined on Saturday and Sunday and then returned to Phillipsburg while Mrs Page stayed longer.
One S H C Horse power hay baler in good as new condition priced to sell if you act soon. Inquiries to Bert Ainsworth in Norway Kansas.
Mrs Eva Hohr and her daughter Carrie were visiting L C last week and returned to Clifton Friday morning. They were accompanied home by little Eva Hobhr. Largis Lervold went to Grand Island Nebraska last week and returned Friday evening with his sister Bertha who will stay for a few days.
A clearance offer for men and boys shirts once priced at 50 cents now selling for 35 cents at Beckman's Cash Store. The ad emphasizes a final closeout tactic with a bargain pitch.
Community notices show Eric Nelson returning to the stage this week with an appearance expected to draw local attention and fans.
Mars A. E. Tantier and four children visited his sister Mrs. W. E. Godfrey in Formosa Saturday morning. Mr. Tantier joined them Sunday morning and returned home with them on train No. 27 that evening.
Mrs Grubb and her friend Mrs Page of Phillipsburg spent Tuesday in Belleville visiting the Hanchett home. They shopped bargains including oxfords, shoes and mens furnishings at Beckman’s Cash Store.
Brief school reports from Norway and District 99 are highlighted, reflecting politics and local education. The notes provide concise updates on student performance, activities, and district developments, offering readers a glimpse into area schooling 28 years ago.
Emma Adamson spent most of the week in Scandia and traveled to Courtland on Monday in pursuit of the county superintendent candidacy. Memorial services were moved to City Hall from the M E church for a larger audience with Rev Van Gundy delivering a sermon. Decoration Day services are planned for this afternoon at the Hall.
Prof H L and Mrs Olsson arrive in Jewell Monday to instruct the band this summer. They will stay in rooms at Keiffer's while locals gather for bargains at Beckmans Cash Store per the Jewell Republican.
Mrs Hillery traveled to Ry dal over Sunday to be with her sister who was quite ill.
G V Hagburg of Wes ner Nebr writes to order the Journal for one year and encloses a P O order to pay for the subscription.
Mr and Mrs Sam Anderson of Oregon are visiting at Mrs Sederlins home in Scandia after arriving Saturday They had earlier visited relatives in Courtland before coming here.
Mr and Mrs Frank Chadwick drove to Lon Connell s Union home Sunday and spent the day with him.
Last week nice street improvements were completed on Main Street including two culverts and a curb gutter at Fourth and Kansas Ave. The new gutter channels water along the curb, preventing washout of the road. This upgrade provides better drainage and preserves the roadway.
Leander Gilmore an 18 year old nephew of Mrs Van Gundy drowned at a Little River bathing beach near Wichita after cramps pulled him under. He sank unseen and was found the next day at 7 45 am. His father is pastor of Harry Street Methodist Church in Wichita. Mrs Gilmore is sister of Mrs Van Gundy of this city.
Remnants of 15c Toile DeNord Gingham offered for sale as Beckman’s marks down yardage. The Scandia Telephone Company installs large poles and rebuilds the system to meet growing demand and improve service.
Misses Winnifred and Madeline Beckman visited Edith and Minnie Freeman at Courtland from Friday through Tuesday, enjoying a brief family gathering and time together.
Frank Mahan of Manchester Kansas arrived Saturday to work for Ollie Johnson this summer. Harry Root of the Topeka State Journal visited our city on Wednesday. Mrs. A Ellingson has stayed with her daughter Mrs. Ed Jensen this week as the children suffer throat trouble.
C V Chase asks the thief who took two sacks of chop feed from his place Thursday night to return the sacks and avoid further trouble.
This week Mr Clarence Albro and Mrs Albro moved into the rooms above Peterson Store and will manage the Farmers Central. They assume responsibility for the operation and service of the Farmers Central as part of the local business shift.
A promotion offers a decorated glass tumbler with every 3.00 cash purchase. Mrs. Wyatt and her son Earl moved into the Lervold property last week, new occupants noted in the community listings.
Notice notes gradual reduction of city indebtedness by issuing two bonds of 500 dollars each due May 15. Also an ad offers cash on delivery for cream at Mahans and a corner residence on First and Grant streets for quick sale. Mrs N J Cooper advertises pure bred White Orpington chickens.
Public notice from W. P. Shivvers dated 8 1 p warns that the bull in his pasture is vicious and entering the pasture is at one's own risk.
For sale two lots 133 and 134 in block 9 Scandia city. Property must be sold to close the John L. Peterson estate. J. A. Freeburg administrator.
Anna McGowan of Scandia offers White Holland turkey eggs for sale at $1.25 per setting. Contact Scandia at phone number 709.
An inquiry promotes insurance through H. S. Cooper, highlighting coverage for house barn and stock as well as personal protection.
Property listing seeks buyers for a residence and two lots on Washington Street. Inquiries directed to C. A. Cline in Scandia, Kansas.
The writer notes Mr. Ellingson’s 18 year tenure as Clerk of the District Court and suggests he could be a strong candidate if he consents to the proposition, though no firm decision is reached.
Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Morey of Kansas City are visiting relatives and will stay through Decoration Day to attend Riverview Cemetery and tend their lots.
The list of 225 graduates includes James West a Scandinavian boy set to complete the School of General Science. Commencement week runs from June 9 through June 19 at the State Agricultural College.
The Dickason-Goodman lumber office is being painted inside and outside giving it a cheery appearance. Rig gins is handling the job.
The second grade student, son of Mr and Mrs Frank Berggren, earned a certificate for perfect attendance last school year with no absences or tardies across the nine months.
The N. O. Y. E. club met Tuesday night at Miss Regina Maxell’s home and enjoyed a fine time. They regret the loss of a member Miss Mae Balch who left for home near Montrose to teach in Idaho next year.
The Dickason-Goodman Co urges boys to participate in a corn growing program and insists that none should fail to register for the project.
A local effort sees Jno Shotzman painting the river bridge with assistance from Honey and Yale serving as helpers. The men work in shifts to complete the oil day task and ensure the structure’s upkeep.
The Y M C A announces a boys camp at Pawnee from June 12 to 20 with adult Christian leadership and one adult per six boys. Activities include games athletics music hikes swimming nature study and morning Bible study. Emil Nelson and Jesse Simpson lead. applications to them via Guy T Gebhardt.
The notice invites listings of real estate for sale or trade with H. S. Cooper as contact. It specifies availability of properties and requests interested parties to submit details for consideration.
A L Coleman and company advertise auto livery services with a phone office and address details appearing in the public notice. The notice lists contact numbers and suggested routines for hiring transportation.
Mason & Hamlin five octave organ in good condition advertised for sale at a low price. Original cost $110. Inquire of A. D. Norris at Farmers phone 710. Small editorial aside about a product claim and refreshments mentioned in the notice.
An item notes a small child’s soft sole size six described as a regular Wit loge. The brief appears to be a catalog or sale listing with fragmentary details.
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