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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1918
Page
6
L C Jlohr, who recently divested his Scandia hardware business, departs tomorrow for San Jose California to seek clerical or managerial work on the West Coast. His family will stay until the current school term ends. He previously led the local Masonic Lodge and Kansas Grand Lodge, and served as Presbyterian treasurer.
A Vanderveer offers his Sherdah farm for sale to the highest bidder with sealed bids to be opened November 10 1918 at noon. He may reject all bids. The 130 acre second bottom farm features a six room house a good barn fencing shade and water. JP Vanderveer will receive bids and answer questions.
Hay emphasizes doing his best in maintaining records and attention to detail in the clerk of court office and asks voters to re elect him on November 9.
A cablegram from Stanley to Ars Maisie Lehwahn says he is in a hospital. The note adds not to worry and that no further information on his case has been received. Stanley serves in the 89th division which has recently seen active fighting.
Early signs suggest a small wheat crop next season as fields reach 6 to 10 inches and many farmers report excellent pasture conditions. Reports from neighboring counties indicate similar growth and healthy conditions.
On Friday October eighteenth at eight o clock in Norway the wedding of Captain Mordecai Chambers and Miss Masbelle Blosser was held at the Yosser home. The ceremony featured serenades by Miss Ruby Norris and customs described with bridal attire and attendants. About eighty guests attended including out of town relatives, and the couple departed Saturday evening for Lexington Missouri before proceeding to the groom’s post where he serves as captain.
Republic County reports a countywide over subscription of 62 200 in the 4th Liberty Loan with a total quota of 528 000. Towns and banks list exact subscriptions by institution, noting strong participation from Bellville to Scotia and several local banks. County chairman J T Sandell thanks workers and residents for their generous response and cooperation.
A local retailer advertises a closing out sale with trimmed and untrimmed hats offered at low prices. The notice emphasizes discounted headwear to attract shoppers.
Local note expresses relief that Scandia has had no influenza cases while acknowledging the broader epidemic waning elsewhere and urging residents to maintain self care to avoid illness.
A. RR. Larson of Scandia warns of a public sale to be held Wednesday October year undated in this issue. The notice directs readers to the journal for full sale details.
A birthday party for eight year old Master Ilaywood Osberge was held at his home October loth. Guests included Charles Smith Frank Nimocks Wallace Sahlen Donald Ten dvix Gerald Maloi Billy Boggus Dorothy Larson Alberta Larson and other friends with games songs and a supper.
A small nickle-case watch was found Saturday near the Farmers and Merchants Bank. Owners may claim by contacting this office for the reward and notice payment.
Health conditions permitting, Lutheran services will be Sunday at the usual hour, with evening sermon at 7:30 by Dr. Olson. The yearly district meeting occurs Monday and Tuesday with specific service times and installation exercises. Pastor J.J. Rielard presides at the Tob service. The notice also endorses Joy Sith for state representative, urging community support.
W T Cundiff, Republic city marshal, issues a broad warning list of enforced conduct including speed limits, right-side driving, quiet behavior, closed ear cut-out, no loud language, no street obstruction, no gambling, no spitting on sidewalks, and stricter adherence to state law as he begins duties.
Gov Capper and J C Strong postponed their Republic County speaking tour due to an influenza epidemic. New dates were set for Monday with stops at Courts land 8 o clock Scandia 4 o clock and Belleville 3 o clock.
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