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Newspaper

Scandia Journal

Location

Scandia, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 14, 1948

Page

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Fury at Furnace Creek at the Princess Theatre

Fury at Furnace Creek brings Victor Mature and Coleen Gray to the Princess Theatre on October 16 and 17. The film follows Cash Blackwell and Rafe in a vengeance driven tale of silver interests, massacre charges, and a battle to clear their father’s name amid Utah badlands filmed with 800 Indians and 350 cowboys.

Furnace Creek 20Th Century - Fox Princess Theatre Msot Victor Mature Tyrone Power Coleen Gray Mature Miss Gray Glenn Langani Reginald Gardiner U.S Fort Furnace Creek Cash Blackwell Langan Rafe Albert Dekker Badlands Utah Hollywood

The Mating of Millie at Princess Theatre

Columbia's romantic comedy The Mating of Millie stars Glenn Ford and Evelyn Keyes as a store floor walker and a department store executive who embark on a mock marriage to secure an orphaned child. As she seeks a husband, two suitors compete while Ford guides her toward a genuine union on his terms. Coming Tuesday and Wednesday October 26-27 Montana Mike also screens.

Bumstead Blondie Llewellyn Simmons Premiere Biscuit Co Dagwood Premiere Llewellyn Penny Singleton Arthur Lake Chic Young Larry Simms Marjorie Kent Alexander Cookie Jerome Cowan Hugh Herbert Millie Columbia Princess Theatre Glenn Ford Evelyn Keyes Siy Department Store Millie McGonigle Miss Keyes Doug Andrews Glen Ford Doug Ron Randell Willard Parker Jimmy Hunt Tve Mabel Paige Virginia Hunter Virginia Brissac

Blondie in the Dough comes to Princess Theatre

The Blondie film with Dagwood and Blondie debuts at the Princess Theatre on Thursday October 21. Dagwood faces a doghouse misadventure while Blondie bakes to support the family in a story by Arthur Marx and Jack Henley.

Blondie Columbia Princess Theatre Dagwood Arthur Marx Jack Henley

Ladies Auxiliary Meeting Notes and Donation Highlight

The Ladies Auxiliary of Post No. 193 met on October 6 with 14 members and guest Mrs. Benny Lervold. Norma Lervold and Mrs. Emer Larsen served lunch. The next serving committee is Mrs. Carl McDowell and Mrs. Charles McGregor. A gas heater donated by Alien Gunter was received for the Ladies Lounge.

Post No. 193 Benny Lerveld Norma Lervold Emer Larsen Carl McDowell Charles McGregor Alien Gunter

Walter Berry Honored at Birthday Supper

Walter Berry was honored at a birthday supper at his home Sunday evening. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Norgard and Boyd, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Odgers and the honoree and Mrs. Berry.

Walter Berry Oscar Norgard and Boyd Joe Odgers Berry

Birthday party honors Mrs. C G Hammer and Billy

A Thursday afternoon event honored Mrs. C G Hammer and Billy. Guests included Bruce Quantic Richard Larson Jimmy Sanders Kenneth Cardwell Richard Jensen Ronnie Anderson Larry Hobson and many Hammer family members. A pot-luck lunch followed the gathering with extended relatives listed.

C. G. Hammer Billy Bruce Quantic Ricard Larson Jimmy Sanders Kenneth Cardwell Richard Jensen Ronnie Anderson Larry Hobson Ellen Hammer Emily Willis Albertina Isaacson Ida Alice Hammer Larry Irene Wallly Boyles Lynette Reuben Johnson Peggy Don ElRene Sederlin Eugene Ben Lervold Robert Norma Marilyn Walker Jacquelin Cooper Phyllis Hammer Virginia Jensen Larry O’brien

Hallgrens Surprise 8th Anniversary With Family Gathering

Mr and Mrs Verle Hallgren celebrated their eighth wedding anniversary with a Thursday October 7 gathering. Attendees included Mrs Grimm and Mr Grimm, Yonna Lou and Bob of Formoso, Mr and Mrs Gus Hallgren, Mr and Mrs Lloyd Hallgren and family, Mr and Mrs Chet Grimm and families, Mr and Mrs Nathan Weir and Glenn Brown.

Verle Hallgren Walter Grimm Yonna Lou and Bob of Foreso Gus Hallgren Lloyd Hallgren Chet Grimm Formoso Nathan Weir Glenn Brown

Nelsons Honored At Basket Dinner At Methodist Church

Harold Nelson gave a farewell sermon after several weeks leading morning services and Youth Fellowship. Mr and Mrs Nelson, KC Wesleyan students from Salina, received a monetary gift and will move to Bennington to serve as pastor of the Methodist church there and at Wells.

Harold Nelson Methodist Church Harold Nelson Kansas Wesleyan U Salina Bennington Wells

Mrs Schneberger Guest of Ottawa Siblings

Mrs. Frank Schneberger visited Ottawa last Friday as a guest of her sister Mrs. E. B. Enyart and Mr. Enyart and returned home on Wednesday evening.

Frank Schneberger Ottawa E. B. Enyart Mr. Enyart

Weir Couple Hosts 40th Anniversary at Courtland Home

Mr and Mrs H J Weir celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary with a Sunday gathering at their Courtland area home. Family members and friends attending included Fred and Emil Olson Nathan Weir Lloyd Brown Gladys Robbins Irene Weir Bill Kelly from Belleville and Melvin Harber from Hebron Nebraska plus Mrs Dick Weir of Fresno and Mr and Mrs Phil Weir as evening guests.

H. J. Weir Courtland Fred Emil Olson Nathan Weir Lloyd Brown Gladys Robbins Irene Weir Bill Kelly Belleville Tom Leonard Allan Lewis Weir Melvin Harber Hebron Nebr Dick Weir Fresno Calif Phil Weir

Scandia Football Beats Burr Oak 26 to 6 on Road

Scandia Flying Swedes won their second Pike Trail League game 26 6 at Burr Oak. Cox opened the scoring, Dodo Lewellyn intercepted and returned 40 yards, and Berry added the extra point. The halftime score was 13 0 Scandia led 3rd quarter to go up 19 0 on Lewellyn’s end run with Farrell to Johnson for the extra point. Cox’s 80 yard interception return in the 4th provided Scandia’s final TD while Burr Oak scored late. Scandia remains at .500 in league play.

Burr Oak Scandia Cox Dodo Lewellyn Farrell Berry Johnson Shs

Birthday greetings for Mrs J R Stofer observed

The birthday of Mrs J R Stofer on Thursday October 7 was celebrated Saturday evening with guests calling at the Stofer home. A lunch was served to Mr and Mrs Henry Rosine, Carl Erickson, Mr and Mrs Louis Stofer of Beloit, and Mr and Mrs J R Stofer.

J. R. Stofer Stofer Henry Rosine Carl Erickson Louis Stofer Beloit

Birthday tribute for Alva Simmons at Sunday party

Alva Simmons was honored at a birthday party Sunday afternoon. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. John Simmons Ethel Simmons and son Mr. and Mrs. Grover Simmons and daughter Miss Belle Hellman Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thomas of Belleville Mr. and Mrs. Ray Johnson and family Mr. and Mrs. Tom Lauliztar Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Thomas and son Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Standley and Ginger. A lovely lunch was served and Alva received many niece gifts.

Alva Simmons John Simmons Ethel Simmons Grover Simmons Belle Hellman Frank Thomas Belleville Ray Johnson Tom Lauliztar Elmer Thomas Eldon Standley Ginger Alva

Glenwood Freed Honored at Birthday Dinner

Glenwood Freed was honored at a birthday dinner at his home Sunday. Guests included Mr and Mrs George Freed and family Mr and Mrs Leonard Freed and daughters Mr and Mrs Leonard Freed and family Mr and Mrs Jim Freed and Mr and Mrs Glenwood Freed and family.

Glenwood Freed George Freed Leonard Freed Jim Freed

Social Hour Club Meets With Narrow Escape Theme

The Social Hour Club met October 7 with Mrs. Zella Berggren as ten members answered roll call with my most narrow escape. Guests included Mrs. Grace Chappell Mrs. Amelia Kathrineberg and Ethel. Miss Pearl Strom gave a travelogue on California. Hostess served refreshments. Next meeting October 21 with Mrs. Enola Boylan roll call Hallowe en Pranks.

Zella Berggren Rell Grace Chappell Amelia Kathrineberg Ethel Pearl Strom California Enola Boylan Hallowe’en

Whitley Family Hosts Birthday Dinner Honor

Mr and Mrs Charlie Stolander and family and Mrs Edna Whitley and children of Courtland were guests at Sunday dinner at Frank Whitleys honoring Beverly and Kay Whitleys birthday anniversaries. Mr and Mrs Frank Kier were afternoon guests.

Charlie Stolander Edna Whitley Courtland Frank Whitley Beverly Kay Whitley Frank Kier

Birthday celebration at Scrivner home honored Glenn Scrivner

Mr and Mrs Russell Poole and family and Mr and Mrs Clark Freed and daughters hosted a basket supper at the Robert Scrivner home last Thursday evening for the birthday anniversary of Glenn Scrivner.

Russell Poole Clark Freed Robert Scrivner Glenn Scrivner

Local Visits Highlight Weekend Socials

Mr and Mrs Elmer Melby with family were guests for Sunday dinner at the home of Mr and Mrs Milo Johnson and Elaine. Mr and Mrs Lloyd Tebow and their son from Courtland were afternoon callers.

Elmer Melby Milo Johnson Elaine Lloyd Tebow Son Courtland

Mrs Alta Goodwin Guests With Belleville Friends

Mrs. Alta Goodwin of Belleville was an overnight guest Monday at the home of Mr and Mrs Glenwood Freed and will return home today.

Alta Goodwin Belleville Mrs. Glenwood Freed

Sunday Dinner Guests at Anderson Home

Mr and Mrs Chester Anderson hosted Sunday dinner with Mr and Mrs Oscar Linden, Herman Anderson, and Mr and Mrs Russell Anderson as guests.

Chester Anderson Oscar Linden Herman Anderson Russell Anderson

Hedstroms Visit Bergstrom Home Sunday Afternoon

Mr and Mrs A N Hedstrom spent Sunday afternoon at the Ivan Bergstrom home, sharing a cordial call and social chat in a local neighborhood gathering.

A. N. Hedstrom Ivan Berg_strom

Social visit to Ivan Bergstrom home noted

Thursday afternoon callers at the Ivan Bergstrom home were Mr. and Mrs. John Bergstrom and Inez and Mrs. Mary Lofgren and Orin Lee of Leonardville.

Ivan Bergstrom John Bergstrom Inez Mary Lofgren Orin Lee Leonardville

Belleville Families Visit Ada Aspegr for Sunday Lunch

Mr and Mrs Carrol Anderson and daughters and Mrs Clyde Norris of Belleville were lunch guests of Mrs Ada Aspegr on Sunday afternoon.

Carrol Anderson Clyde Norris Belleville Ada Aspegr

Larson and Carl Gren Families Dinner at Ada Aspegren

Mr. and Mrs. George Larson with their children and Mr. and Mrs. Loren Carl Gren were Sunday evening guests of Mrs. Ada Aspegren.

George Larson Loren Carlgren Ada Aspegren

Summer returns from Topeka with Mrs S J Summer

Jack Summer comes home from Topeka for the weekend and is joined by Mrs. S. J. Summer who will attend the Rebekah Grand Lodge convening there this week.

Jack Summer Topeka S. J. Summer Rebekah Grand

Hayes Visit From Aur Ora Family

Mr and Mrs Arthur Hay of Aur ora were Sunday afternoon guests of Mrs Louise Hay.

Arthur Hay Aurora Louise Hay

Weekend Visit for Clifford Swanson with Clay Center Family

Clifford Swanson of Clay Center spent the weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs Alfred Swanson and enjoyed time at home with family members.

Clifford Swanson Clay Center Mrs Alfred Swanson

DeWitt and Judy Visit Mrs Louise Hay

Mrs Lars Norgard and Mrs Rus hosted Sunday calls for Mrs Louise Hay with DeWitt and Judy in attendance.

Lars Norgard Russell DeWitt Judy Louise Hay

Birthday honors for Mrs Hammer and Billy Honored Guests

Mr and Mrs Harold Hammer and their sons were Friday evening guests of Mr and Mrs C G Hammer and family to honor the birthday anniversaries of Mrs Hammer and Billy.

Harold Hammer and C. G. Hammer

The Big Noise At Princess Theatre With Calgary Stampede

The Big Noise featuring Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy plays at the Princess Theatre tonight October 14. Calgary Stampede, a two reel color rodeo feature, is added with News two one reel shorts and thirty other reasons.

Stan Laurel Oliver Hardy Princess Theatre Far West

Gift To Library From Arnold Perry Collection

The City Library is indebted to Mr and Mrs Arnold Perry for a gift of 17 volumes. The books include works by famous French novelists and plays by Ibsen Chekhov and Wilde.

Arnold Perry Ibsen Cheklov Wilde

Johnston Johnson Wedding at Baptist Parsonage Concordia

Norma Lee Johnston and Chester Warren Johnson were married at eight o’clock Saturday night at the Baptist parsonage in Concordia. Rev. Robert Norstrom officiated with immediate family present. The couple plan to reside in Concordia after a wedding trip.

Baptist Parsonage Norma Lee Johnston Ted E. Johnston Concordia Chester Warren Johnson C. O. Johnson Scandia Robert Norstrom

Cardwells Visit Ocobocks Sunday Evening

Mr and Mrs Charlie Cardwell Kenneth and Janet spent Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs Lyell Ocobock and family.

Charlie Cardwell Kenneth Janet Lyell Ocobock

Daughters Dine Sunday with Mrs. Minnie Anderson

Daughters were Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. Minnie Anderson, sharing a midday meal and conversation in a family gathering.

Funay Evening Visit Highlights Anderson Family

Mr and Mrs Chester Anerson visited Mr and Mrs Russell Anderson and family for an evening gathering.

Chester Anerson Russell Anderson

Local Social Notes Sketch Weekend Visits and Gatherings

The snippet records informal social visits among residents including Delbert Aspegren and his wife visiting Mrs Cardwell and family, and Mr and Mrs Charlie Cardwell hosting relations for a Sunday afternoon gathering.

Delbert Aspegren George Cardwell Charlie Cardwell

Salina Visitors Stay With Hobsons and Larry

Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Woods and Alice of Salina were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Hobson and Larry, continuing social ties in the community.

Clarence Woods Alice of Salina L. L. Hobson Larry

Concordia Visit By Mrs Schneberger And Mrs Nystrom

Mrs. Frank Schneberger and Mrs. Gus Nystrom spent last Thursday in Concordia for a social outing and brief visit.

Frank Schneberger Gus Nystrom Concordia

Mrs Louise Hay and Stella Scott Visit Roberts Scrivner Home

Mrs Louise Hay and Mrs Stella Scott spent last Tuesday at the Robert Scrivner home.

Louise Hay Stella Scott Robert Scrivrer

Dinner guests of Concordia couple include Sells West Nichol clan

Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Nichol near Concordia were Mrs. Margaret Sells of Belleville, Miss Mary West, Miss Jessie Nichol of Topeka and Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Sjogren, Jim and Bob.

E. C. Nichol Near Concordia Margaret Sells Belleville Mary West Jessie Nichol Topeka Lawrence Sjogren Jim Bob

Goodwins and Riley Visit Henrys Sunday

Mr and Mrs J R Goodwin and Riley of Concordia were Sunday afternoon visitors of Mr and Mrs Walter Henry.

J. R. Goodwin and Riley Concordia Walter Henry

Birthday Visit Stages Harboring Families Gathering

Mr and Mrs Lars Norgard and Mr and Mrs Russell DeWitt and daughter visited Mr and Mrs Richard Fogelberg and family Sunday evening for Harvey Lees birthday anniversary.

Lars Norgard Russell DeWitt Richard Fogelberg Harvey Lee

Sunday Dinner Guests Include Forsbergs and Sandells

Mr and Mrs Edward Forsberg and daughter hosted Mr and Mrs Harvey Sandell and Mrs Edith Forsberg for a Sunday dinner in a family gathering with extended relatives present.

Edward Forsberg Harvey Sandell Edith Forsberg

Dinner Guests At Ed Swanson Home

Miss Anna Swanson was a dinner guest Sunday at the Ed Swanson residence.

Anna Swanson Ed Swanson

Dinner Guests Visit Walkers Family Hosts

Mrs Myrtle Sanderson and Mrs Lulu Shotzman were dinner guests Sunday of Mr and Mrs Alfred Walker and family.

Myrtle Sanderson Lulu Shotzman Alfred Walker

Sunday Visit Highlights Sandell Family at Danielsons

Mr. and Mrs. Pat Sandell and daughter and Miss Irene Swanson were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Danielson and Kenneth.

Pat Sandell Irene Swanson Elmer Danielson Kenneth

Sorosis Study Club Sees Platforms and Parliaments

The Sorosis Study Club met October 5 with Mrs. Algor Anderson presiding. The program covered The Democratic Platform and The Republican Platform. Reports on the Sixth District Convention were given by Mrs. Anderson and Mrs. Conzelman. The club will host the Republic County Council on October 19 for an all day session.

Sorosis Study Club Algor Anderson Walter Boyles C. V. Haggman E. E. Conzelman Sorosis Republic County Council

Sherdahl H D U Discusses Parliamentary Practices Meeting

Miss Pearl Strom and Mrs Cheslie Boylan led discussion of parliamentary practices at the Sherdahl H D U meeting October 5 at Mrs Carl Cuthbertson home. Nine members attended. Minutes from August read and approved. A letter from an Austrian family read. Plans discussed for next year sessions and a Joint Achievement Night with Sherdahl 4-H. Linens purchase arranged for November 2 at Mrs Glenn Farlees home. Meeting adjourned and leaders provided lunch. Mae Sandell Reporter.

Pearl Strom Cheslie Boylan Sherdahl H.D.U Carl Cuthbertson Sherdahl S. J. van Nortwick Glenn Farlee Mae Sandell

Engagement announced for Marilyn Wilcox and Glenn Johnson

Mr and Mrs Leslie Wilcox announce the engagement of their daughter Marilyn to Glenn Johnson of Scandia. The wedding is set for 3 PM October 24 at the Methodist church in Concordia.

Leslie Wilcox Marilyn Glenn Johnson Concordia Aaron Johnso Scandia Methodist Church

OES Met in October Session at Scandia Chapter

Scandia Chapter No. 481 OES met October 5 with Mrs. Inez Sux as Worthy Matron and Lloyd Norris as Worthy Patron presiding. Myrtle Grubb served as Adah. An Obligation observance was held and each star point explained its meaning. Plans were made for Jamestown instruction on October 15 and for Leah Chapter’s visit October 14. Next meeting is October 19 at 7:30 with Past Matron and Past Patron night.

Scandia O.E.S Inez Sux Lloyd Norris Myrtle Grubb School of Instruction Jamestown Leah Concordia Gladys Peacock

Sunday Guests of J P Vandeveer and Will

Sunday guests included Mr and Mrs Harry Larson Glenn and Corda Jane Mr and Mrs Mervin Larson Mr and Mrs Clarence Gile Mrs Gus Fogelberg and Donnie Mr and Mrs Rich ard Fogelberg and family and Mr and Mrs Irvin Currie

J. P. Vandeveer Will Harry Larson Glenn Corda Jane Mervin Larson Clarence Gile Gus Fogelberg Donnie Richard Fogelberg Irvin Currie

Louise Adair and Richard Visit Emil Boman Family in California

Mrs Louise Adair and Richard of Los Angeles arrived last week for a visit with her father Emil Boman and other relatives.

Louise Adair Richard Los Angeles Calif Emil Boman

Social Evening Hosted For Local Clergy Couple

Mr and Mrs Swen Carlson entertained at dinner Sunday for Rev and Mrs Carl A Larson Mr and Mrs Arhe Johnson Bea Sylvia Mr and Mrs Pete Hannehn Donna Larnee and Anita Mrs Harold Nelson Bend Robert and Mrs O W Carrani in attendance at a community gathering with neighbors and friends.

Swen Carlson Carl A. A."larson Arhe Johnson Bea Sylvia Pete Hannehn Donna Larnee Anita Ass Harold Nelson Bend Robert O. W. Car Rani

Miss Eve Sardborn Visits R. E. Cooper Home

Miss Eve Sardborn of Clay Center spent the weekend at the home of R. E. Cooper, likely visiting relatives or friends and staying through the weekend.

Eve Sardborn Clay Center R. E. Cooper

Republican Valley Trail Club Hosts River Ride

The Republican Valley Trail Club spent a pleasant afternoon on a river day ride. Mr and Mrs Clarence Wood of Salina were guests and lunch was served.

Republican Valley Trail Club Clarence Wood Salina

Johnsons and LeSage hosts welcome weekend guests

Mr and Mrs C O Johnson and Mrs Lyle Marshall were Saturday guests of Mr and Mrs Donard LeSage and attended a Sunday gathering in their home with friends and neighbors.

C. O. Johnson Lyle. Marshall Donard LeSage

Mrs Martin Jacobson and Mrs Ellen Hammer Visit Eastvedt

Mrs Martin Jacobson of Densmore and Mrs Ellen Hammer visited Monday afternoon with Mr and Mrs E M Eastvedt.

Martin Jacobson Densmore Ellen Hammer E. M. Eastvedt

Salina Guests Attend Cooper Home Sunday

Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Mahan of Salina were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. N. S. Cooper, according to local social notes.

A. S. Mahan Salina N. S. Cooper

Milner Family Hosts Dinner for Local Couples

Mr and Mrs Ted Milner and family entertained Sunday for Mr and Mrs Roy Thomas, Mr and Mrs Glenn Currie and family, and Mr and Mrs Warren Tebow and Jim.

Ted Milner Roy Thomas Glenn Currie Warren Tebow Jim

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