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Newspaper

Scandia Journal

Location

Scandia, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 15, 1955

Page

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A Star Is Born Comes to Princess Theatre

Judy Garland and James Mason star in a Warner Bros drama musical filmed in CinemaScope and Technicolor. Supporting cast includes Jack Carson and Charles Bickford with hundreds of extras and 105 sets. The production cost about five million dollars and features six new songs. Coming next weekend: A Man Called Peter.

Judy Garland Jamies Mason Princess Theatre Warner Bros Jack Carson Charles Bickford Tom, Noonan Lucy Marlowe Hollywood Judy Garland Mason Peter

Pawnhee Indians 4H Notes Reel State Fair Awards

Carolyn Mikesell earned State Fair seals for her hand towel tea towel apron ice box cookies and cupcakes. Five blue ribbons were awarded to Michelle Carlson Carolyn Mikesell Raydell Lindblad and Marilyn Mizer. Twenty one red ribbons went to Robert Austin Dick Sothers Savidra Douglas Deanna Douglas Rayden Lindblad Beth Freed Carolyn Micksell Jean Ann Veach Emily Lorna Tebow and Marilyn Mizer. Ten white ribbons went to John Beth Freed Déanna Douglas Robert Austin Jean Ann Veach Michelle Carlson Emily Lorna Tebow and Sammy Nelson. Our booth received a blue ribbon. Marilyn Mizer reporter.

Carolyn Mikesell Michelle Carlson Raydell Lindblad Marilyn Mizer Robert Austin Dick Sothers Savidra Douglas Deanna Douglas Rayden Lindblad Beth Freed Carolyn Micksell Jean Ann Veach Emily Lorna Tebow John Déanna Douglas Sammy Nelson

Glenn Larson Injured In Farm Accident

Glenn Larson suffered severe injuries when his left arm was caught in a belt on a corn silage cutter while helping his father. Doctors grafted skin, placed a plate, and casted the arm after multiple fractures and a head gash. He faces about three weeks in hospital and ongoing pain and shock.

Glenn Larson M. L Larson Glenn

Nelsons honor Florence Nelson birthday anniversary

Mr and Mrs Anton Nelson and El vera Gerhard Nelson and Mr and Mrs Axel Nelson were Sunday guests of Florence Nelson of Formosa helping her celebrate her birthday anniversary.

Anton Nelson Elvera Gerhard Nelson Axel Nelson Florence Nelson Formosa

Family notices from Smith Center area reported

Mr and Mrs Den Bender and family of Smith Center Mr and Mrs Dennis Kohls of Fongonozle Mrs dex Berry Gordon and Mrs Ruby are listed in a local society notice with multiple surnames and affiliations.

den Bender Smith Center Dennis Kohls Fongonozle Dex Berry Gordon Ruby

Courtland Guests At Cool Allen Home

Mr and Mrs Lester Allen and Ron nde of Courtland were Sunday evening guests at the Cool Allen home.

Lester ‘Allen and Ronnde Courtland Cooll Allen

Hell and High Water at Princess Theatre opens Sept 21

The 20th Century Fox CinemaScope Technicolor thriller stars Richard Widmark and Bella Darin about a multinational submarine crew uncovering alleged atomic plots on an Arctic island. A spy drama filmed below and above the Arctic Ocean, premiering Wednesday September 21 with another feature to follow September 28.

Arctic Princess Theatre de Luxe 20Th Century - Fox Pioneer Film Company Richard Widmark Bella Darin Victor ‘Francen Gene Evans Mameron Mitchell David Wayne Artic Sea Artic Island Main Street Broadway

OES Chapter 481 Plans Official Visit September 24 1955

All members of Scandia Chapter No. 481 OES are asked to attend the official visit by Worthy Grand Matron on Saturday September 24 1955. Mrs Relph Moe Worthy Matron Mrs B H Lewis Secretary.

Scandia OES Relph Moe B. H. Lewis

Scandia School News Highlights Student Activities

Scandia School reports Y-Teens meeting with new president Janice Florell. Freshman initiation set for Sept 16 with picnic after. Vocational boys to build a shed by football field and serve refreshments at games. Pep Club and cheerleaders chosen. Senior, junior, and freshman officers named. class projects, reader programs, and grade updates detailed. Ramona Smith joins seventh grade from Pleasant Grove. ongoing milk program and committees noted.

Janice Florell Shs Vocational Ag Shirley Freed Patsy Thompson Carol Olsen Donna Berggren Ramona Smith Scandia Pleasant Grove Country School Lois Beverly Sue Shirley Carole Valgene Donald Hans Larry J Dodo Larry ‘Newcomb Spening Lorraine Jackie Jim Jane Harvey Delores Sonja Helen Martha

MYF Groups Hold Joint Meeting at Methodist Church

Scandia senior and intermediate MYF met Sunday evening in the church sanctuary. Officers elected for the new year include President Jimmy Fredrickson and Vice-President Mary McBride. A watermelon feed at the parsonage is planned for 6:30.

Scandia MYF Methodist Church Elizabeth McBride Larry Thomas Darreil Nelson Elizabeth Jesus Darrell Lary Jimmy Fredrickson Mary McBride Bernita Stafford Darrell Nelson Board of Education Aurie McBride

Dinner guests from Republic Salina and more

Mr and Mrs Clarence Berggren and family of Republic Mr and Mrs Don McIntyre and Dennis of Salina and Mr and Mrs Glenn Scrivner and David were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Grant Berggren and Donna.

Clarence Berggren Republic Don McIntyre Dennis Salina Glenn Scrivner David Grant Berggren Donna

Bechives Nursing Diplomas for Two Scandia Women

Rose Alice Thompson and Barbara Grate Cooper completed Scandia High School in 1952 and Marymount College School of Nursing in Salina in 1955. They passed Kansas State Board exams August 1955 and joined the nursing staff at St. Joseph Hospital in Concordia.

Rose - Alice Thompson Barbara Grate Cooper Ber Scandia Rose Barbara School of ‘Nursing Marymount College Salina Miss Thompson Miss Cooper Kansas State Board Emporia St. Joseph Hospital Concordia

Godfrey Boman Family Visit With Lervolds

Mr and Mrs Godfrey Boman and their children were Friday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Robert Lervold and their children.

Clare Nonderi Belleville Georgie Stromberg Godfrey Boman Milo Johnson Robert Lervold

Scrivner Family Sunday Visit At Nesmith Home

Mr and Mrs Glenn Scrivner and David visited the Nesmith home in Belleville on Sunday. The gathering at the Nesmith residence included the Scrivners hosting and sharing time with Belleville neighbors.

Glenn Scrivner David W. C. Nesmith Belleville

Greenslade Visit Spans Friday in Herrington

Mr and Mrs Duaine Greenslade spent Friday in Herrington visiting Mr and Mrs Oddie Freeman and Art Wolten as part of a local social outing.

Duaine Greenslade Herrington Oddie Freeman Art ‘Wolten

Hopes Rise for All 15 Names on Good Speller List

The note expresses optimism that next week all 15 participants will be included on the Good Speller List, indicating group progress and anticipated achievement.

Scandia Chapter OES Resumes Meetings with Visitors

Scandia Chapter No. 481 OHS held a regular meeting on September 6 with Mrs. Ralph Moe and Carl Ham mer presiding. Eve Sandborn of Clay Center attended as a visitor and was welcomed.

Scandia OHS Vening Ralph Moe Carl Hammer Comrad Sederlin Ada Ray Tingatram Seninal Eve Sandborn Clay Center E. C. Wires Suga Glada Thompson Munden Lulu Geckeler Kamsas

Sorosis Study Club Opens 1955 56 Year in Belleville

The Sorosis Study Club began its 1955 56 year at president Mrs John Dart's Belleville home with a 1 PM luncheon on Tuesday September 6 The constitution and by laws were read by parliamentarian Mrs Kenneth Tuley The next meeting is September 20 at 2 PM in the Ladies club room hosted by Mrs Algar Anderson with a reception for teachers.

Sorosis Study Club John Dart Belleville Kenneth Tuley Algar Anderson

Seward Studio to Take Photos in Scandia Friday

Kaw based Seward Studio of Waterville will hold a portrait photo session in Scandia this Friday September 16 from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at The Journal Office. Residents may drop in for a picture and view the ad’s photo, reportedly from the morgue of Sam Green Slade.

Seward Waterville Kaw Scandia Journal Office Sam Green Slade

Legion Auxiliary Met Sept 7 at the Hall

The American Legion Auxiliary Post 193 met September 7 with Mrs. Duaine Greenslade presiding. Officers elected include President Duaine Greenslade and several vice presidents, secretary Dale Sanderson, treasurer Wayig, chaplain Emer Larsen, and sergeant at arms Leslie Rasmussen. Seven members attended. Stanley party donated five dollars to the club fund. The group aims to grow 1956 membership beyond last year’s quota. Lunch was served by Dale Sanderson. Next meeting set for September 24.

The American Legion On Hall Duaine Greenslade Allen Gunter Bill Wilson Dale Sanderson Wayig Emer Larsen Mista Ian Homey Cardwell Leslie Rasmussen Stanley Party

Social Hour Club Plans Talent Show in Republic

The Social Hour club met with Mrs. Merlyn Farlee on September 9 with 18 members. Mrs. Rex Sandell read two poems while a talent show was announced for this month in Republic. The group adjourned to meet Mrs. Glenn Farlee on September 23 with the roll call My Favorite Program on TV or Radio.

Merlyn Farlee Rex Sandell Republic Glenn Farlee Dale Stafford

Triple L Club Meet Hosted by Mrs Hohman

Mrs Charles Hohman hosted the Triple L Club at her home with 10 members answering roll call. After a pleasant lunch, the club adjourned to meet with Mrs Ren Denoyer on September 22.

Charles Hohman Ren Denoyer

Saunders Attend Mankato Funeral for Olive Carter

Mr and Mrs Walter Saunders attended the funeral services in Mankato for Olive Carter mother of Mrs Pedrick. The Pedricks were former operators of a filing station east of the Home Old Station.

Walter Saunders Mankato Olive Carter Pedrick

Weekend Visit With Mr and Mrs Grant Banggre

Donnie of Galiia spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs Grant Banggre and Donna and other relatives.

Donnie Galiia Grant Banggre Donna

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