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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1909
Page
6
Rev. Beecher preached his farewell sermon Sunday evening to a crowded church. S. A. Jughbam, probation officer, arrived from Belleville Monday on business. Ralph Loofbourrow returned to the Western Dental College in Kansas City on Monday.
Misses Lill and Mill Estrus Yt of Belleville spent Sunday at the Minre Wohlfjord bowling locale.
A testimonial advertisement asserts Dr Miles Nervine cures epilepsy fits St Vitus dance and spasms with many cases referenced from Mrs Baker of Cleveland and Mrs Bennett of Alma. It claims lasting benefits and offers money back if no benefit, urging readers to obtain a bottle from a druggist and follow directions.
Adolph Nelson aided by Priests of Pallas in Kansas City Monday. Dr WI FL Eagleson came from Concordia on business, returning Sunday. Mrs Downing Miss Elda and Carey visited Wansas City for two weeks. Cabbage available Oct 7 8 9. Joe Vandeveer and family joined Courtland folk at A Vandeveer’s home. Mel Williams recovering from typhoid fever.
Cale Doctor and family from Scotch Plains spent Sunday in Scandia with Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Doctor. Mr and Mrs Howard Vincent traveled to Concordia for a short visit with Mr. Vincent's brother.
Rev. Beecher and family left Tuesday with their household goods for their new home at Harlan. Mrs. Geo. Bo Smith plans to travel to Westmoreland later this week to visit her daughter, Mrs. Loofbourrow.
Ellen Loring travels from home to Kansas City Sunday to visit with the Morey family and attend the PLO BP festivities hosted by Mrs. H.S. Cooper.
Prof. Joevich and family visited Esbow Friday night and returned for baptismal services Sunday afternoon at the river conducted by Rev. Beecher. Two candidates were baptised.
Geo Garber traveled from Fairbury on Sunday for a brief visit with his father William Garber and sister Mrs. Zora Egg, sharing family time in the area.
The Social at Mr. and Mrs. A KK on Thursday afternoon and evening drew a large crowd with receipts around dollars. Ethel Arbuthnot from Cedar Rapids Neb visited S W Arbuthnot and family. Bettis couple returned from Excell Springs Mo for Aly health. Rev J Holcomb to preach at Lutheran church next Sunday with communion services the following morning.
J Bo Downing headed to Superior on Monday then to Wray Colorado as he considers locating there.
J U Marble hosted a sale last Thursday that attracted a large crowd. Livers sold well and fetched good prices, while J W Huntington handled the proceedings.
Mr and Mes, MR. Preble and Miss Mae, and Mrs. A. Lo Whit bey traveled to Kansas City on Monday for the Priest of Pallas celebration. Mr and Mrs A. Mo Bettis returned from St. Joseph Mo after a visit of three or four weeks. Frank Tucker and his wife came from Courtland by auto with Miss Con nor and Mr. Ackley joining them home. Scandia High School lost 49 to 0 to Concordia Normal and Business College in Friday’s football game.
P Johnson and Jo Jennings are grandfathers of twin boys born Thursday Sept 30 to Me and Mrs Oscar Johnson of Narka. Mr P and Mrs Olson left for Kansas City Monday. Olson will shop but visit Priests of Pallas sights. Co Supt and Mrs Slopansky came from Belleville Sunday night. Mrs Slopansky visited W C Preble home while the Supt inspected nearby schools.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Williams left Wednesday for evangelistic work in Africa. From there they plan travels to Nebraska for meetings and then settle in Kansas City. Mrs Barandon and her son, visiting relatives, departed Tuesday for Nelson, Arizona, to later reach her home in California.
J B Beames visited Dr Caton in Goneordia after weeks of left eye trouble. The physician diagnosed a cataract and recommended surgical removal to restore vision.
Last Thursday night at the Opera House the Widow Perkins Snow drew a large local audience. The Ligeesterown Gnu attended the show and was among many pleased by the performance.
A report from weeks past about a man who used worthless drafts in the region is corrected as he is now under arrest at Broken Bow Nebraska on a similar charge. Several county residents are expected to travel to Nebraska as witnesses for the State.
UBichurch members surprised Rev. Beecher with a farewell call at the parsonage Monday evening. Ladies served refreshments and a fine time was had. A farewell collection was presented to the preacher. Victor Terrman visited Lawrence and Kansas City for a university trip and carnival with his sisters. James Whitney accompanied him to Kansas City for the balance of the week.
The ad proclaims Electric Bitters as the greatest health tonic, claiming it cures stomach, kidney, and bowel issues, purifies blood, and invigorates the body and mind. It promises a vigorous, sharp constitution and urges purchase at 50 cents with druggist guarantee.
A scanned bank statement from Kansas Republik County includes cash and loan figures, overdrafts, and furniture items. Bank cashier I M Bittegham swears the report is true to the best knowledge, noting no hidden liabilities beyond listed items.
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