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Scandia Journal

Location

Scandia, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1946

Page

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Adventure at The Princess shows Gable Garson in MGM romance

MGM stars Clark Gable and Greer Garson headline Adventure at The Princess with director Victor Fleming. Gable plays a rough sailor and Garson a temperamental librarian in a tale blending romance and humor. Also featured are Joan Blondell and Thomas Mitchell with Cinematographer Joseph Ruttenberg.

Clark Gable Greer Garson Metro- Goldwyn-Mayer Victor Fleming Minnie Tolbert Gable Hollywood Miss Garson Irene Emily London Joan Blondell Thomas Mitchell Mudgin Tom ‘Tully John Qualen Richard Haydn Lina Romay Garson Fleming Mitchell Joseph Ruttenberg the Virginian

The Dark Corner at Princess Theatre October 15-16

Twenty Century Fox presents The Dark Corner at the Princess Theatre starring Lucille Ball Clifton Webb William Bendix and Mark Stevens. A hard boiled private detective romance amid glittering high society and a disturbing obsession fuels a suspense packed thriller with sharp acting and direction. Also coming October 22-23 A Scandal in Paris.

Twentieth Century-Fox Princess Theatre Lucille Ball Clifton Webb William Bendix Mark Stevens Paris

Princess Theatre Shows Classic United Artists Hit

The Princess Theatre returns to the United Artists library for Thursday October 17 to screen a best picture from the studio's acclaimed releases. The feature promises a premiere feel with renowned performances and timeless storytelling.

The Princess Theatre United Artists

25th Wedding Anniversary View by Larson Family

About 110 relatives and friends gathered at Mr. and Mrs. Martin L. Larson’s home on Friday evening to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary. The event featured floral decorations a three tier wedding cake a mock ceremony and music with several readings and a purse of silver presented by relatives. Guests and hosts shared refreshments during the gathering.

Martin L. Larson Mar Lloyd Barleen Glenn A. Larson Alys Harold L. Smith Ralph Larson Harold Smith E. M. Eastvedt Dale R. Rainsworth Kansas City Olga Moore Minneapolis Carl Hammer and Sons Benny Lervold Lloyd Norris Oliver L. N. Wigdahl Marie Hanson Ollie Hugos Tony Thorkelson Anna _ Rimol Milton Stensons Bill Brewer Harvey Hammer Vince Bollig Cecil Dickerhoof Lawrence Hugos Alfred Hammer Elnora Fraser Carolyn Iver Hammer Clarence Stensaas Russell Jacobson Hilma Stensaas Leslie Stensaas Victor Herrman Eugene Herrman Patty Ball Ed Carlgren Richard Loring Clarence Widen Joe Ptaschek Maurice Medlin Neil Vernon Wright Loren Carlgren John Graham Jens Stensang Charles Harold Hammer Carl Hugos Gladys Clifford Dan Stephenson Ivan Carlgren Alice Hammer Porter Hammer Arthur Swenson Elmer Melby

Mrs. May White and son visit J R Stofer home

Mrs May White and her son Harry from Lincoln Nebraska visited the J R Stofer household on Monday.

May White Harry of Lincoln, Nebr J. R. Stofer

Mrs Ellen Hammer Visits Mr Elmer Melby For Tuesday Lunch

Mrs Ellen Hammer was a Tuesday afternoon lunch guest of Mr Elmer Melby. The friendly social visit highlighted local community ties and everyday life in the town.

Ellen Hammer Elmer Melby

Church W.S.C.S. Hostesses Named For Afternoon Meet

Mrs. Paul Fredrickson and three others hosted the W.S.C.S. at the church parlors last Thursday afternoon. Members included Mrs. E. E. Conzelman Mrs. Oscar Aspegren and Mrs. Sherman Robison as organizers and helpers.

Paul Fredrickson E. E. Conzelman Oscar Aspegren Sherman Robison W.S.C.S

Mrs Sherman Robison Visits Smith Family Over Weekend

Mrs Sherman Robison and her children spent Saturday night with her parents, Mr and Mrs Axel Smith, staying overnight at their home.

Sherman Robison Axel Smith

Scandia Swedes Dominate Agenda 56 to 13 in Friday Clash

The Scandia Swedes routed Agenda 56 to 13 with Lewellyn scoring three touchdowns and Larson catching a late score after a fumble. Lervold brothers and Harold Simpson also contributed with touchdowns from passes as most players saw action. Cardwell added a drop kick and the squad dominated with a forward passing attack.

Agenda R. Lervold D. Lervold R. Larson Lewellyn L. Lervold Cardwell Larson Harold Simpson Billie Farrell Leslie Cady

Walter Visit Brings Sacramento Couple to Kansas City

Mr and Mrs Truman Walter of Sacramento California arrived last Thursday for a brief visit with his parents Mr and Mrs C R Walter. Mr Walter went to Kansas City on business the first of the week.

Evelyn Hohman Kansas City Harry Hohman Glenna Truman Walter Sacramento Calif C. R. Walter

Morgan Visit In Texas With Loofbourrow Family

Mr and Mrs Bill Morgan of Houston Texas arrived last week for a visit with her father Chester Loofbourrow and other relatives.

Bill Morgan Houston Texas Chester Loofbourrow

Algor Anderson Buys New Plymouth Car in Salina Trip

Algor Anderson traveled to Salina on Monday and returned home with a new Plymouth car. The purchase marks a notable local automotive acquisition.

Algor Anderson Salina Plymouth

Willard Nelson Birthday Guest At Nelson Dinner

Willard Nelson of Manhattan celebrated his birthday on Monday as the honor guest at a basket dinner held Sunday at the home of Mr and Mrs Otto Nelson. Attendees included Axel Nelson Gerhard Anton Nelson Elvera Paul Nelson Carl Jeanne Clarence Nelson Sammy Paul Fredrickson and family LeRoy Harold Nelson Irene Nelson Leslie Katherine and Bertil Nelson.

Willard Nelson Manhattan Otto Nelson Axel Nelson Gerhard Anton Nelson Elvera Paul Nelson Carl Jeanne Clarence Nelson Sammy Paul Fredrickson LeRoy Harold Nelson Salina Irene Nelson Lincoln Nebr Leslie Katherine Bertil Nelson

Local Families Host Weekend and Sunday Guests

Mr and Mrs Algor Anderson and Ronnie were Sunday supper guests of Mr and Mrs C P Rydell. Mr and Mrs Edward Robison and Mr and Mrs Leon Wick of Manhattan were weekend guests at the H S Robison home.

Algor Anderson Ronnie C. P. Rydell Edward Robison Leon Wick Manhattan H. S. Robison Home

Hobson Family Announces Son Ronald Ben Birth

Mr and Mrs Alfred Hobson of Wichita announce the birth of a son Ronald Ben born Saturday morning October 5 Grandparents are Mr and Mrs L L Hobson of Sgandia.

Alfred Hobson Wichita Ronald Ben L. L. Hobson Sgandia

Nelson Family Weekend Visit Highlights Local Ties

Harold and LeRoy Nelson of Salina spent the weekend with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Nelson, reinforcing family connections and hometown ties.

Harold and LeRoy Nelson Salina Mrs Otto Nelson

Belleville residents back from Kansas City trip

Mr. and Mrs. E. T. Olson and Mr. and Mrs. Gene Nelson of Belleville returned Friday evening after spending the week in Kansas City.

E. T. Olson Gene Nelson Belleville Kansas City

Nelsons Spend Weekend Together in Manhattan

Willard Nelson of Manhattan traveled home for a weekend visit with his father Axel Nelson and another relative, Gerhard, sharing time at the family residence.

Willard Nelson Manhattan Axel Nelson Gerhard

Mrs Vera Cochrum Edna Robison Visit Belleville Hostess

Mrs Vera Cochrum and Edna Robison spent last Thursday evening with Mrs McDaniel of Belleville.

Vera Cochrum Edna Robison

Preble to Undergo Bath Treatments at Waconda Springs

W C Preble traveled to Waconda Springs Sunday to receive bath treatments for about two weeks.

W. C. Preble Waconda Springs

Ronnie Fredrickson Injured After Fall From Swing

Ronnie Fredrickson fell from a swing last week breaking an arm in the incident and requiring medical treatment.

Ronnie Fredrickson

Nelsons Welcome Irene Nelson for Lincoln Weekend

Miss Irene Nelson of Lincoln Nebraska spent the weekend at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs Otto Nelson and family renewing family ties and visiting relatives.

Irene Nelson Lincoln Neb Mrs Otto Nelson

Mrs Ainsworth Moore Eastvedt Visit Anna Hugos

Mrs. Dale R. Ainsworth of Kansas City Missouri Mrs. Olga Moore of Minneapolis Minnesota and Mrs. EK M Eastvedt called on Mrs. Anna Hugos and Ollie Saturday afternoon.

Dale R. Ainsworth Kansas City, Mo Olga Moore Minneapolis, Minn EK. M. Eastvedt Anna Hugos Ollie

Johnsons Attend Belleville Sunday Dinner Guests

Mr and Mrs Aaron Johnson were Sunday dinner guests of Mr Archie Larson and Mrs Harold Johnson in Belleville.

Aaron Johnson Archie Larson Harold Johnson Belleville

Sunday Dinner Guests Attend Larson Gatherings

Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Martin L. Larson and Ralph were Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Barleen, Janice and Jimmie, Mr. and Mrs. Harold L. Smith and Mr. and Mrs. Glenn A. Larson.

Martin L. Larson Ralph Lloyd Barleen Janice Jimmie Harold L. Smith Glenn A. Larson

Young Widow Tonight Starring Jane Russell Shown in State Pass

The Princess screens The Young Widow tonight with Jane Russell, noted for The Outlaw, in her first film approved by the Kansas State Board of Review. The feature includes two cartoons a pair of Nylons and ten other reasons.

Jane Russell Kansas State Board of Review

Y W C A and Y Teen Hold Joint Meeting

A joint meeting of the YWCA and YTeen girls convened Thursday evening October 3 in the auditorium. Mrs. Irvin Currie, president of the YWCA, presided over the business session and installation of officers with a candle lighting service. Cabinet members served refreshments.

Y.W.C.A Y. W Irvin Currie

Liebig and Thomas Wed in North Dakota Ceremony

Emma Liebig of Emrick and Ed Thomas of Scandia wed on Saturday September 28 at Pheasuton North Dakota. They travel to Scandia with Emma’s son Bill Liebig and wife and plan to live on a farm in Emrick after a visit with relatives. Bill Liebig and his wife also married on September 28.

Emma Liebig Emrick N. da Ed Thomas Scandia Pheasuton Bill Liebig

Birthday celebration honors Mrs. Carl Hammer and son Billy

Relatives invited for a basket dinner on Sunday to mark the birthday anniversary of Mrs. Carl Hammer and her son Billy. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Carl Hammer and family, Mrs. Elen Hammer, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Hammer and daughters, sons, Mr. and Mrs. Iver Hammer, Mrs. Alice Hammer and family, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Stensaus, Mr. and Mrs. Elgene Sederlin and Eugene and Lawrence Hugs.

Carl Hammer Billy Elen Hammer Harvey Hammer Harold Hammer Iver Hammer Alice Hammer Milton Stensaus Elgene Sederlin Eugene Lawrence

Weekend Visits Tie Emrick and Scandia Families

Mr and Mrs Ed Thomas and Mr and Mrs Bill Liebig of Emrick North Dakota were dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Vernon Erickson Tuesday. Supper hosts were Mr and Mrs Leonard Freed and family and dinner guests Friday were Mr and Mrs John Kelly and family of Mankato. Mrs Kelly and children joined them in Scandia to spend the weekend with Mrs Leonard Freed and Mrs Vernon Erickson and families.

Ed Thomas Bill Liebig Emrick N. D Vernon Erickson Leonard Freed John Kelly Mankato Kelly Scandia

Local Families Visit Over Weekend in Mankato Area

Mrs. John Kelly and family of Mankato join Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Erickson and daughters for Sunday dinner at Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Freed and family. Mr. Kelly and his kin later left with him after a weekend with relatives in the area.

John Kelly Mankato Vernon Erickson Leonard Freed Mr. Kelly

Bergstroms Host Sunday Dinner Gatherings

Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Bergstrom entertained to Sunday dinner for Mr. and Mrs. A. N. Hedstrom, Mr. and Mrs. Loren Hedstrom and Keith, Mr. and Mrs. Aunt Carlson and daughters and Mr. and Mrs. John Bergstrom and Inez.

Ivan Bergstrom A. N. Hedstrom Loren Hedstrom Keith Carlson John Bergstrom Inez

Jensen couple arrives in town for weekend visit

Mrs. Ralph Jensen and Eddy spent weeks in Santa Ana California and arrived in Manhattan on Saturday morning. They accompanied Mr. Jensen to Scandia to stay with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Ed Jensen for the weekend.

Ralph Jensen Eddy Santa Ana Calif Manhattan Mr. Jensen Scandia Ed Jensen

Freed families relocate to Luray property

Mr and Mrs Maurice Freed and family moved to Luray on Monday to establish their home and Mr and Mrs Johnny Freed will occupy the Ahlstrom property.

Maurice Freed Luray Johnny Freed Ahlstrom

Republic couple hosts Sankey dinner with Hobsons

Mr and Mrs Harold Sankey of Republic visited Sunday evening for dinner with Mr and Mrs L L Hobson.

Harold Sankey Republic L. L. Hobson

Rosene Family Guests of Stofer Household

Mr and Mrs Henry Rosene and Marvin Rosene were Tuesday evening visitors staying with Mr and Mrs Jake Stofer.

Henry Rosene Marvin Rosene Jake Stofer

Frank Isaacson Family Visited Gertrude Kauer Tuesday

Mr and Mrs Frank Isaacson and Carl visited Mrs Gertrude Kauer and family on Tuesday evening.

Frank Isaacson Carl Gertrude Kauer

Weekend Guests Visit Sothers Family

Mrs. E. M. Sothers and her daughter Mrs. Ted Nelson with Leonard spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Millard Sothers and family.

E. M. Sothers Ted Nelson Leonard Millard Sothers

Harold L Smiths Visit Larson Family Over Weekend

Mr and Mrs Harold L Smith spent the weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs Martin Larson and Mr and Mrs Glenn A Larson, joining extended family gatherings.

Harold L. Smith Martin Larson Glenn A. Larson

Local Teen Spends Weekend with Topeka Parental Hosts

Miss Jona Hammer of Topeka spent the weekend at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Carl Hammer.

Jona Hammer Topeka Mrs Carl Hammer

Mrs. Clarence Greer Visits Norway Neighbor

Mrs. Clarence Greer of Norway spent Monday with Mrs. Gustava Ostberg, visiting a local neighbor and sharing time together.

Clarence Greer Norway Gustava Ostberg

Glenn Currie Honored For Birthday Anniversary

Friday evening guests gathered to remind Glenn Currie of his Wednesday birthday anniversary. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Currie and Mr. and Mrs. Norman Currie with James Currie, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Haskins, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Milner and family, and Mr. and Mrs. Rex Farrell and Nadine.

Glenn Currie Irvin Currie Norman Currie James Currie Bill Haskins Ted Milner Rex Farrell Nadine

Nelsons and kin visit Barnes and Linn families

Mr and Mrs Lloyd Nelson Patsy and Darrel and Mr and Mrs Hans Nelson of Cuba spent Sunday visiting the Curtis Nelson family in Barnes and the Clare Nelson family in Linn. The trip brought together extended Nelson households for a family day.

Lloyd Nelson Patsy Darrel Hans Nelson Cuba Curtis Nelson Barnes Clare Nelson Linn

Mrs McGregor Visits Napton to See Daugh ter and Son in Law

Mrs. E A McGregor traveled to Napton Missouri last week to spend several days with her daughter Mrs C E Stouffer and Mr Stouffer.

E. A. McGregor Napton, Mo C. E. Stouffer Mr. Stouffer

Larson Weekend Visit From Lindsborg

Mr and Mrs Gene Larson traveled from Lindsborg to stay with his parents Mr and Mrs George Larson and family over a weekend. They were joined by Paul Nelson and Nels Pearson.

Gene.Larson Lindsborg George Larson Paul Nelson Nels Pearson

Local Residents Attend National Reclamation Convention

Mr and Mrs Lloyd Nelson and Mr and Mrs Lloyd Norris left Tuesday afternoon for Omaha Nebraska to attend the National Reclamation Convention held there Wednesday Thursday and Friday.

Lloyd Nelson Lloyd Norris Omaha Nebr

Hook and Needle Club meets at Courtland home

Mrs ElReno Sederlin attended a Hook and Needle club meeting with ten members at Mrs Wilbur Sothers home in Courtland last Friday afternoon. The group enjoyed needlework visiting and games and a dainty lunch. Next gathering is set for Oct 25 with Mrs Claude Hendrickson.

ElReno Sederlin Hook and Needle Club Wilbur Sothers Courtland Claude Hendrickson

Install New Waterless Steam Table at Friendly Inn

Mr and Mrs Jack Christensen of The Friendly Inn install a Waterless Steam Table designed to hold soups. The sanitary device aims to improve kitchen efficiency and enhance the flavor of hot soups during winter months.

Jack Christensen Friendly Inn Christensen

Albert Moe Displays Large Squash in Journal Window

Albert Moe brought in a squash and placed it in The Journal office window. The item measures about thirty four inches long and prompts speculation on how Albert plans to dispose of his crop by the pound or by the yard.

Albert Moe Journal Albert

Death of Milo A. Downing at Prescott and funeral in Kansas City

Milo A. Downing an old Republic County resident died in Prescott AK on Monday September 30. Funeral services were held in Kansas City Missouri.

Milo A. Downing Republic County Prescott Kansas City

Furniture Sale Saturday at old Skelly Station

Public sale of furniture and household items Saturday afternoon at 1:30 at the old Skelly Service Station on West Main Street. Auctioneer Babe Fvert, clerked by Scandia State Bank. Furniture items listed on another page. Ef if you need items or have furniture to sell be there.

Skelly West Main Street Babe Fvert Scandia State Bank

Riverview dH Club Elects New Officers and Plans Sale

The Riverview dH Club met on Tuesday October 2 with President Earl Melby presiding. New officers for the year include Pearl Mebby as press Bobby Larson as vice president Martha Melby as secretary treasurer Lois Erickson as reporter and Harold Luison as a new member. The group planned selling pie and coffee in Scandia Saturday evening with each family to bring three pies. Members present included Martha Earl Harvey Melby Bobby and Richard Larson Harold Larson and Lois Erickson with Eldon Larson and Helen Kraft noted. The meeting adjourned to November 5 at the home of Eldon Larson with refreshments served by Lois Erickson.

Riverview Lois Erickson Earl Melby Press Pearl Mebby Presi Bobby Larson Sec. Treas Martha Melby Harold Luison Scandia Martha Earl Harvey Melby Bobby Richard Larson Harold Larson Eldon Larson Helen S Kraft Idon Larson

Mrs Currie Hosts Birthday and Anniversary Supper

Mrs. Glenn Currie entertained Thursday evening in honor of Mr. Currie’s birthday and Mr. Woodrow Anderson and his wife’s sixth wedding anniversary. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Roy Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Don Thomas, Martyn Anderson, and Mrs. Currie with her children.

Glenn Currie Mr. Currie Woodrow Anderson Roy Thomas Don Thomas Martyn Anderson Currie

Republic Women Attend Omaha Wedding of Cousin

Mrs. Victor Erickson and Mrs. John Sankey of Republic spent part of last week in Omaha Nebraska visiting relatives and attending the wedding of their cousin Miss Virginia Long.

Victor Erickson John Sankey Republic Omaha Nebr Virginia Long

Smiths Return From Visits in Hiawatha and Admire

Mr and Mrs Axel Smith returned last Wednesday evening from a trip to see their son and family in Hiawatha and their daughter and family in Admire.

Axel Smith Hiawatha Admire

Friendly Corner Class Hosts Evening at Robison Home

The Friendly Corner Class of the M. E. church and families enjoyed a social evening at Mrs. Sherman Robison’s last Friday. About thirty five guests attended and were served lunch.

M. E. Church Sherman Robison

Rasmussen Family Guests Return to Colby Home

Mr and Mrs Lawrence Rasmussen and family were guests at the Charley Cardwell home and returned to Colby last Saturday.

Lawrence Rasmussen Charley Cardwell Colby

Hogin Visit Returns to See Mrs Monson

Dr and Mrs Cameron Hogin, visiting in Denver, arrived Monday evening for a stay with his mother Mrs Charlie Monson and Mr Monson.

Cameron Hogin Denver Colo Charlie Monson Mr. Monson

Mrs Carl Hugos and Gladys Visit Mrs Gustava Ostberg

Mrs Carl Hugos and Gladys were Thursday afternoon coffee guests of Mrs Gustava Ostberg, sharing conversation and refreshments in Ostberg's home.

Carl Hugos Gladys Gustava Ostberg

Mrs Hans Nelson Spends Week at Lloyd Nelson Home

Mrs Hans Nelson is staying the week at the Lloyd Nelson residence while Mr and Mrs Nelson vacation in Omaha.

Mrs. Hans Nelson Lloyd Nelson Mrs. Nelson Omaha

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