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Newspaper

Scandia Journal

Location

Scandia, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 04, 1956

Page

2

Kiss of Fire at Princess Theatre Promises Violent Romance

Universal-International presents Kiss of Fire in Technicolor with Jack Palance Barbara Rush Rex Reason and Martha Hyer at the Princess Theatre for Saturday and Sunday October 6 7. The film tells of a Venetian guard in the Spanish royal household who seeks freedom in the New World amid court intrigue and a love triangle with Rush and Palance while a dying king looms.

Pacific Coast Jack Palance Barbara Rush Rex Reason Martha Hyer Universal - International Princess Theatre Palance el Tigre Santa Fe New Mexico Monterey Miss Rush Spain Rex Reason Miss Hyer

Freed and Herrman Win National Chick Raising Club Memberships

Mr and Mrs Glenwood Freed and Mr and Mrs Eugene Herrman earned memberships in Moorman Manufacturing Co s Beat the Experts Chick Raising club. Readiness to 8 week chicks with 2.4 pounds feed per pound of body weight surpassed the national average of 4 pounds per pound and was marked as outstanding by poultry experts.

Glenwood Freed Eugene Herrman Moorman Manufacturing Co Quincy Illinois Feed Company

State Fire Prevention Week Observed in Kansas

October 7 to 13 marks Fire Prevention Week in Kansas. Inspect homes barns garages and all property for fire hazards. Clean trash remove useless items and upgrade unsafe electrical appliances and wiring. Conduct a thorough check to feel safe from fire this winter.

Kansas Atr

Triple L Club Meets at Mrs Moe Home

Mrs Moe hosted the Triple L club at her home on Thursday afternoon with 12 members answering roll. Mrs Christie was a guest. The group visited and played pinochle before a lunch. The next meeting was set with Mrs George Christie for Thursday October 11.

Open House Draws Crowd at Gooch News Event

About 100 register at last Thursday's open house with prizes awarded including a Dormeyer Broiler to Leslie Tate and a Picnic Basket to Mrs. Wm Wilson. Other winners were Florence Linden, Mrs. Bessie Tedrow, Blancher, Mrs. Duaine Greenslade, and Donald Fogelberg. Slides were shown by Ralph Adkins. Donuts and coffee served 2 to 9 p.m.

Dormeyer Broiler Leslie Tate Wm. Wilson Florence Linden Bessie Tedrow Blancher Duaine Greenslade Donald Fogelberg Ralph Adkins Gooch Red Circle

YWCA Cabinet Meeting Held At Mrs Johnson Home

The YWCA cabinet met at Mrs. Joe N. Johnson’s home Monday evening. Mrs. Reynold Nystrom led devotionals and the president Mrs. Richard Fogelberg conducted the meeting. A bust meal was served by hostess Mrs. Harvey Hammer with co host. The notice invites YWCA at the club room Monday evening October 8 at 8 p.m.

YWCA Joe N. Johnson Reynold Nystrom Richard Fogelberg

Sunday Evening Guests at George Larson Home

Wr. and Mrs. Carrol Anderson and Judith, Mrs. Ada Aspegren and Mrs. Minnie Anderson were Sunday evening guests at the George Larson home.

Carrol Anderson Judith Ada Aspegren Minnie Anderson George Larson

1936 Honor Roll Subscriptions Recap

New and renewal subscriptions received this past week include Fred Jackson and Pete Sandell from Farson Wyoming.

Fred Jackson Pete Sandell Farson Wyo

Methodists to Confer at Wichita Centennial Conference

The 100th anniversary of Methodism in Kansas will be celebrated at the Central Kansas Annual Conference on October 27 at First Methodist Church in Wichita. Bishop Dana Dawson notes the Kansas-Nebraska Territory meeting held in 1856 at Lawrence and a reenactment will open the centennial event. Dr. William W. Sweet will give the centennial address. Subsequent evenings feature Dr. J. Wallace Hamilton from St. Petersburg Florida as speaker known for the Drive-in Church. Daily devotions will be led by Dr. Arthur Wentworth Hewett.

Kansas Central Kansas First Methodist Church Wichita Dana Dawson Topeka Kansas- Nebraska Territory Lawrence William W. Sweet Dallas Texas J. Wallace Hamilton Pasadena Community Methodist Church St. Petersburg Florida Hamilton Arthur Wentworth Hewett New England

MYF Notes on Sunday Worship at Scandia Methodist Church

Bernita Stafford led the worship service for Scandia MYF meeting at the Methodist church. Aurie McBride read the meditation. Next Sunday the MYF will conduct the entire morning church service except for the sermon.

MYF Methodist Church Bernita Stafford Aurie McBride

Scandia Swedes top Randall 13 to 6 in thriller

Scandia defeated Randall 13 6 with a first quarter touchdown to Raymond Johnson and a 20 yard interception return by Loren Hammer for insurance. Hilton Hammer added the extra point. The score and key plays are detailed along with upcoming football schedule and school notices.

Randall Scandia Raymond Johnson Hilton Hammer Mackaroy Loren Hammer Ahs

Christmas Committees Named by Community Club

At the September 20 meeting President Berger appointed several committees for the upcoming Christmas season. Treats committee chaired by Lester Richards with Charles Freed and Lloyd Nelson. Street Decorations with Charles and Minnie Cardwell and Allen and Pauline Gunter as co chairs. Home and Business Decorations led by Mrs. Walter Boyles. Finance committee with Fred Evert, Walter Boyles and Carl Reece to run the annual donation drive. A separate committee from the treats group will canvass merchants about the Turkey Drawings. All committees report at the October meeting.

Berger Lester Richards Charles H. Freed Lloyd Nelson Charles Minnie Cardwell Allen Pauline Gunter Walter Boyles Fred Evert Carl Reece Warren Nelson Sec. Com. Club

Pink and Blue Shower for Mrs Don McIntyre

Mrs Milo Johnson and Mrs Junior Jacobson honored Mrs Don McIntyre and her new baby with a pink and blue shower at the Johnson home last Friday night. Guests included numerous relatives and friends who enjoyed visiting, games, and refreshments after gifts were opened.

Milo Johnson Junior Jacobson Don McIntyre Baby Johnson Home Raymond Robbins Judith Anderson Wayne Robbins Marvin Novak Harry Swanson V. A. Berggren Clarence Berggren Charlie Berggren Oscar Berggren John Nyland Glenwood Freed Russell Jacobson

Sunday Birthday Party of Mrs Linden Noted

Sunday afternoon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Linden honoring Mrs. Linden's birthday anniversary were Mr. and Mrs. Henry Rosene, Mr. and Mrs. Charley Freed, Arthur Freed, Mrs. Lora Dell Freed and boys, Mr. and Mrs. Don Freed and family, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Moline, Mrs. Hbba Naslynd and Mr. and Mrs. Russell Anderson, Paula, Roger and Pamela.

Oscar Linden

Birthday toast for Lois Erickson and Don Sankey

Mr and Mrs John Sankey and Joan of Republic hosted a Sunday evening gathering for their son Don and niece Lois Erickson in celebration of Lois 21st birthday. A lunch was served to a group including Mr and Mrs C A Othberg of Fort Collins Colorado and many Sankey and Erickson relatives.

John Sankey Joan of Vernon Erickson Janice Don Kuchera

Arnt Carlson Dinner Guests with Republic Family

Mr and Mrs Arnt Carlson visited Sunday dinner with Mr and Mrs Bill McClure and family in Republic, sharing a meal and fellowship during a weekend gathering.

Arnt Carlson Bill McClure Republic

Concordia Visit By Mrs Delbert Aspegren And Guests

Mrs Delbert Aspegren and Mrs Duaine Greenslade spent Tuesday afternoon in Concordia visiting with Jane Ann, sharing conversation and hospitality during their outing.

Delbert Aspegren Jane Ann Duaine Greenslade Concordia

Mrs Gunter Visited Mrs Barrett in Jelley Isle

Mrs Anna Gunter spent Sunday afternoon with Mrs Mary Barrett of Jelley Isle.

Anna Gunter Mary Barrett Jelley Ile

Local Residents Entertain Guests At Berggren Home

Mr and Mrs Ray Tingstrom and Mr and Mrs Glenn Scrivner and David were Thursday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Grant Berggren.

Ray Tingstrom Glenn Scrivner David Grant Berggren

Weekend Visit Highlights Local Host Families

Mr and Mrs Alva Thompson and daughters along with Mr and Mrs Loren Florell and Vickie and Mr and Mrs Duaine Green Slade were Sunday evening guests at Delbert Aspegren's home.

Alva Thompson Loren Florell Vickie Duaine Greenslade Delbert Aspegren

Mr and Mrs Frank Isaacson Hosts With Alber Tina Isaacson

Mr and Mrs Frank Isaacson were Sunday evening guests of Mrs Alber tina Isaacson and Ida.

Frank Isaacson Albertina Isaacson Ida

Paula Anderson Visits Concordia With Anderson Family

Miss Paula Anderson of Concordia spent the weekend with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Russell Anderson, Roger and Pamela.

Paula Anderson Concordia Mrs Russell Anderson Roger and Pamela

Salina visitors stop by Nesmiths in Belleville

Thursday afternoon Mr. and Mrs. Grant Berggren Mrs. Glenn Scrivner and David and Mrs. Son McIntyre Dennis and Marsha of Salina were visitors of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Nesmith in Belleville.

Grant Berggren Glenn Scrivner David McIntyre Dennis Marsha Salina W. C. Nesmith Belleville

Berggren Family Mention in Salina Obituary Note

Miss Donna Berggren of Salina is listed with Mr. and Mrs. Grant Berggren among relatives in a brief family notice.

Allen families host Clurtland guests at Sunday dinner

Mr and Mrs Lester Allen and Ronnie and Mr and Mrs Gerald Allen from Clurtland were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Cecil Allen and Keith.

Lester Allen Ronnie Gerald Allen Clurtland Cecil Allen Keith

WSCS Holds All Day Seminar in Scandia

The Concordia District of WSCS conducted a missionary education seminar at the Methodist church in Scandia on Thursday September 27. Registration started at 9:00 a.m. District President Mrs. Lewis Stafford led the meeting with morning worship. Over 75 guests from Jewell and Republic counties attended.

Concordia District of Womens Society of Christian Service Scandia H. W. Reece Lewis Stafford WSCS Mankato Elmer Frazell Downs Roy Donaldson Glade W. A. Horney Logan Helen Stafford F. M. Beam Washington John King Manakto Wm. Heller Hunter Walter Carlile Jamestown Ladd Haskin Bi. F. Taylor Plainville Alvah Menhusen Oscar Townley Phillipsburg J. A. Robertson Smith Center W. W. Whit

Pigtail Patrol Meets at Library on September 26

The Pigtail Patrol gathered at the library with 13 girls and two leaders. Everyone attended except Mary Turner. Clair Johnston treated the group to fudge-sickles, then the girls held a business meeting, played games, and sang Goodnight Brownies as they walked through their tunnel. Beth Erickson reported.

Mary Turner Clair Johnston Beth Erickson

Legion Coffee Caravan Invites Families to Potluck Dinner

All Legion and Auxiliary members and families are invited to a potluck supper at the Legion Hall on Tuesday evening October 9 at 6 30 pm. The Legion and Auxiliary will hold their meetings after the supper. The Coffee Caravan comprising State and District officers will be at Scandia October 16 at 2 00 pm at the Legion Hall.

Legion and Auxiliary Legion Hall Scandia

Death of Ray Muth in Republic county notice

Ray Muth 66 died Monday night at St. Joseph hospital Concordia after atrash and long illness. He lived most of his life in Republic county and leaves wife son Max of Scandia daughter Maxine Flesher of Linn four sisters three brothers and four grandchildren. Funeral services Thursday October 4 at 2 00 p m from the Methodist church with burial in Superior Nebraska cemetery.

Ray Muth St. Joseph Hospital Concordia Mr. Muth Republic Republic County Max Scandia Maxine Flesher Linn Methodist Superior, Nebr

K State Band Plans Norman Trip for Football Game

The Kansas State Band will take a three day journey to Norman Oklahoma for the October 6 football game. They depart Manhattan on October 5, visit the Boeing Airplane plant in Wichita at noon, attend a party hosted by the Oklahoma Band, and return Sunday with a stop at Oklahoma A and M College in Stillwater. Bruce Quantic is a band member making the trip.

Norman Okla Oklahoma Kansas State Manhattan Foeing Wichita O. U Oklahoma A and M Stillwater Bruce Quantic

Birthday Honored for Marilyn by Local Family Hosts

Mr and Mrs Frank Miller and family and Mr and Mrs Glenn Currie and family and Mr and Mrs Roy Thomas joined Mr and Mrs Woodrow Anderson and girls Friday evening to celebrate Marilyns 12th birthday anniversary with friends and cake.

Frank Miller Glenn Currie Roy Thomas Woodrow Anderson Marilyn

Funeral for Mrs John Schell Held in Marysville

Mrs Wm Clark and Billy attended funeral services for Mrs John Schell in Marysville Sunday morning. Mrs Schell was killed in a car accident Tuesday evening while en route to Wichita, and her husband John Schell was buried a week earlier after a tractor accident.

Wm. Clark Billy John Schell Marysville Schell Wichita

Farewell for Pearsons at Amana Lutheran Church Scandia

The Amana congregation in Scandia honors Rev. N H Pearson and his wife after 13 years of ministry. A morning rally featured Sunday School activities and certificates for teachers, followed by a farewell sermon and a church lunch. An afternoon program praised their work in the district and district clergy, with gifts and musical tributes before the Pearsons relocate to Bismark North Dakota.

N. H. Pearson Amana Lutheran Church Scandia Pearson Vernon Swanson Rev. Pearson Arlis White Loren Fiorell Guy Frazier Amana Pearsons Jesus Lofgren Ada R. B. Wilke Methodist Marjorie Lervold Wichita My Lord and I Adolph Nelson Joe Dingman Anton Nelson Dark Hammer Lutheran Choral Union Walter Darlington Choral Union Kanesas Mia Pearson Bismark North Dakota

Marilyn Johnston Joins Elaine Club at Park College

Miss Marilyn K Johnston daughter of Mr and Mrs C W Johnston of Scandia was accepted into the Elaine club at Park College Park Missouri after a week of rush activities. She is a Park resident student and a Scandia High School graduate from the class of 1966.

Pakville Marilyn Kk. Johnston C. W. Johnston Scandia Park College Park Johnston Marilyn Scandia High School

Ashland Student Chester Shupe Visits Manhattan Friends

Chester Shupe of Ashland, a student in Manhattan, spent the weekend with Maurice Hammer, according to local observations noting his travel and hosting arrangements.

Chester Shupe Ashland Manhattan Spead Maurice Hammer

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