Public School Notes On Enrollment And Chapel Schedule
Total enrollment at the beginning of the second week shows high school at 74 and grades 156. Seniors Paul Moe and Valen Hendrix start Monday, bringing seniors to eleven. Chapel takes place 10 20 to 10 40 with daily topics and staff. Parents urged to cooperate for attendance. lecture course will expand to six numbers and fund library purchases. Edgar Malott, Supt.
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Paul Moe
Valen Hendrix
Miss Adams
Miss Walker
Rill
Malott
Miss Arrasmith
Miss Madelic
Beekman
Edgar Malott
Swedish Methodist Church Hosts Pastor welcome reception
The Swedish Methodist church held a reception for their pastor and family last Saturday. Attendance was large and refreshments were served. Rev. Sahlen received a purse as a token of welcome for another year of service.
Ward's Barber Shop Cleaning and Pressing Service
Take your clothes to Ward's Barber Shop for cleaning and pressing. We can handle them on site or send them to Fairbury for you per your preference.
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Ward
Fairbury
Two Amendments Set for November Ballot on Voting Rights and School Funding
A letter discusses two November amendments: one on universal women’s suffrage in all elections and another on funding state schools by a new method. The writer notes the suffrage measure is likely to pass, while the funding proposal depends on voter judgment and thoughtful consideration. The message ends with a personal aside seeking information about Ivar Norden’s company.
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Corp. Howard Holcomb, Co
Ivar Norden
Letters From Howard Holcomb in France August 1918
Howard Holcomb writes from a French front area to Mr Plotner describing fighting conditions in 1918 Aug. He notes rain cool weather, rough beds with large rats, waiting for pay in francs, learning French, traveling by small rail cars, and anticipation of moving to the front while recalling home news from the Journal.
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Plotner
America
Scandia
O. K
U.S
Letter from Lt J K Kershner on sea voyage from war era
Lt J K Kershner writes from a transport near England to George Nimocks about life aboard, a photo of family members, the ship’s condition, rough seas, and his longing to continue sailing after the war. He mentions calm seas, a thrilling voyage, the plan to write again, and regards to Gertrude and the Huskies.
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GW. Nimocks
Werry
Kershner
England
George
Jerry
America
U.S. A
Gertrude
Lesh Oil c. Promises Good Oil and Prompt Service
A local prompt service advertises Lesh Oil Company in Scandia offering reliable oil products. The notice urges customers to call for quality fuel and quick assistance.
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Lesh Oil c
Scandia
Secret Nebraska Wedding of Siva Isaacson and Carl McDowell
Miss Siva Esther Isaacson and Carl Edwin McDowell wed in Nebron Nebraska on August 21 in a quiet ceremony kept secret until registration day. Both have long ties to the community and families of high regard. McDowell is a farmer and Isaacson recently worked at the Post Office.
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Siva Esther Isaacson
Alrs
Tilda Isduteson
Carl Edwin McDowell
Nebron
Nebraska
McDowell
Liberty Loan issuances and subscriptions overview
The report summarizes Liberty Loan campaigns including First Liberty Loan in June 1917 with $2,000,000,000 asked and $2,000,000,000 accepted from 4.5 million subscribers. Second Liberty Loan in Nov 1914 with $3,000,000,000 asked and about 2.9 million subscribers. Third Liberty Loan in April 1918 with $3,000,000,000 asked and full acceptance, totaling millions of subscribers.
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Aimounz
Liberty Loan
Local Grower Showcases Field Ears at Bank of Scandia
John Shotsman hosts a roadside exhibit near Wohlford’s quar ters along the riverbank showing notable ears from his beer farming project. Locals along the river report a strong season with a steady run of harvest this year.
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John Shotsman
Wohlford
Scandia
Grand Island College offers guaranteed business and civil service training
Parents of aspiring students are urged to enroll at Grand Island College Nebraska in a limited offer for youths of good character. The ad promises guaranteed job positions for graduates and asks if subscriptions are paid up.
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Grand Island
Tus
Iniss College of
Grand Islant
Nebraska
Dusness Cal’ Lenes
United States
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Gulick Mercantile Company
Zora
Garber
Howard Holcomb
France
U. S
Isaacson—McDowell
Ellingsomes
Mir Ellingson
Wier Jack
Esto
America’s Liberty Loans
Kreitzer’s Cash Grocery
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