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Scandia Journal

Location

Scandia, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1946

Page

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Scandia High School Updates and Activities

Scandia schools announce fall schedule with games at Hardy Mahaska and other towns. A Parent-Teacher Association meeting September 23 includes a new sound movie projector. Hi-Y and Y-Teen groups held meetings, picnics, and planned duties. Scandia Swedes travel to Hardy September 20 for football. Pep Club leaders named and choir groups report new music and a newborn son to Mr. and Mrs. Harold Everhart.

Dalrymple Pearson Dietrich Scandia

Do You Love Me at The Princess Theatre

Local moviegoers can see Do You Love Me a 20th Century Fox musical starring Maureen O Hara Dick Haymes and Harry James at The Princess Theatre Saturday and Sunday Sept 21 22. The article notes Jessel and Ratoff produced and directed the film with four new songs and states O Hara transforms from a reserved dean to a confident performer in New York.

20Th Century-Fox Maureen O’hara Dick Haymes Harry James Princess Theatre George Jessel Gregory Ratoff New York Maureen O'Hara Haymes James Miss O'Hara Hollywood

Cornered at Princess Theatre with Powell in avenger role

Dick Powell stars as a Canadian fighter pilot chasing a French bride killer across France Switzerland and Argentina in Cornered. Walter Slezak Micheline Cheirel Nina Vale and Edgar Barrer co star as a suspenseful intrigue unfolds before Powell is finally trapped by Jarnac. The Princess Theatre shows Tuesday and Wednesday September 24 and 25 and October 1 and 2 with The Marx Brothers in A Night in Casablanca.

Dick Powell RKO Radio Walter Slezak Micheline Cheirel Nina Vale Edgar Barrer Luther Adler Powell France Jarnac Switzerland Argentina Princess Theatre Casablanka

Dick Tracy at Princess Theatre This Thursday

RKO presents Dick Tracy at Princess Theatre on Thursday September 26 for a one night only show. Chester Gould’s famous detective feature brings thrilling adventure to loyal fans.

Dick Tracy RKO Radio Chester Goulds Princess Theatre

Garman Family Reunion Held in Hardy Nebraska

The 16th Garman Reunion took place in Hardy Nebraska on Sunday September 15 with a basket dinner and an afternoon of music and visiting at the Community Hall. Attendees included Mary Garman A E Renner Rose Renner Dallas Henry Garman Ida Garman Loyd Karl Geneva Garman Gary Mary Ann Lynn Edena Garman Lee Alma Garman Terry H M Davidson Pearl Davidson Loy Dora Davidson Harry Cora Korpian Netia Kier Garrett Sharron Kier Fred Lavinia Meet Lee Vivian Bettis Lorene Dusine Max Hattie Bixby Kent Victor Ari Harvey ill May Garman Narveene Elsit Shellhase Ruth Donna Mary Smith Lelia David. Next year's reunion is set for September 21.

Annal Garman Hardy Nebr Mary Garman A. E Rose Renner Dallas Henry Ida Garman Loyd Karl Geneva Garman Gary Mary Ann Lynn Edena Garman Lee Alma Garman Terry H. M Pearl Davidson Loy Dora Davidson Harry Cora Korpian Netia

Two Ears of Fine Corn Displayed by Vic Erickson

A window display features two ears of corn brought in by Vic Erickson. The supplier says these ears sample the corn to be found on the Republican river valley land this year and warns Iowa to watch its corn laurels.

Vic Erickson Republican River Valley Iowa

Riverview 4-H Club Meeting Notes and Visit Reports

The Riverview 4-H Club met at 8 30 at Elmer Melby's. Mr Adams was absent and showed pictures of United Airlines and three more topics: Judging Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle and Hogs. A report on visits to Camp was given. The next meeting is set for October 1 at Vernon Erickson's home.

Elmer Melby’s Adams United Air Liners Vernon Erickson

New Bus Schedule To Belleville Details Times

New bus schedule lists departures from Scandia at 5 32 am 1 42 pm and 6 25 pm and westbound trips at 6 29 am 1 42 pm and 9 54 pm. Sunday visitors include Mr and Mrs Ben Russell and Cynthia of Concordia and Mr and Mrs Lars Norgard and Heene to Mr and Mrs Geo Christie.

Belleville Scandia Ben Russell Cynthia Concordia Lars Norgard Heene Geo. Christie

Oakland couple and guest dine with Emily Willis before Chicago trip

Mr and Mrs Fred Holcome of Oakland California were Friday dinner guests of Mrs Emily Willis. They left Friday afternoon for Chicago Illinois accompanied by Ed Sallman. Mr and Mrs C R Walter attended the James McKinzie farm sale near Mankato Wednesday.

Fred Holcome Oakland Calif Emily Willis Chicago Ill Ed Sallman C. R. Walter James McKinzie Mankato

Leibenborns Host Sunday Dinner in Concordia

Steve Leibenborn and his daughter Irene were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Orville Leibenborn and family in Concordia, sharing a family gathering.

Steve Leibenborn Irene Orville Leibenborn Concordia

Ahrens and Perry Hosts Supper for Kueker and Judy

Dr and Mrs E P Ahrens and Mr and Mrs Arnold Perry entertained Sunday evening for Mr and Mrs Ralph Kueker and Judy at their home.

E. P. Ahrens Arnold Perry Ralph Kueker Judy

Cardwells Return From Pueblo Visit With Ill Sister

Mr and Mrs George Cardwell arrived home Saturday after spending a week in Pueblo Colorado with Mrs Cardwells sister Miss Lena Bell Denoyer who is ill

George Cardwell Pueblo Colo Lena Bell Denoyer

Matlock Family Leaves California Visit After Ten Days

Mr and Mrs J L Matlock and Bruce returned to their San Pedro California home after visiting ten days with her parents Mr and Mrs Carl Acree.

J. L. Matlock Bruce San Pedro Calif Carl Acree

Social Visit Noted From Local Residents

Mr and Mrs Elmer Danielson and Dorothy and Pat Sandell were last Monday evening visitors of Mr and Mrs Andrew Stafford.

Elmer Danielson Dorothy Pat Sandell Andrew Stafford

Birthday Honorees Gather for Hallgren Tedrow Family

Mr and Mrs Gus Hallgren and guests Gus Hallgren and Charlie Tedrow celebrated birthdays with Mr and Mrs Lloyd Hallgren. Mrs Anna Hugos and Ollie visited Friday afternoon with Mr and Mrs E M Eastvedt of Abilene Texas.

Gus Hallgren Charlie Tedrow Don Tedrow Larry Conrad Sederlin Lloyd Hallgren Anna Hugos Ollie Julius Olson Abilene, Texas E. M. Eastvedt

Weekend Visit Ties Duncan Family to Swyhart Kin

Mrs Ella Duncan and Charles of Narka spent the weekend with her mother Mrs Swyhart and sister Mrs John Nondorf.

Ella Duncan Charles of Narka Swyhart John Nondorf

Mrs Margaret Sells Travels From Here Topeka

Mrs Margaret Sells departed Friday after spending a month visiting relatives and friends in this city before continuing on to Topeka.

Margaret Sells Topeka

Swanson and Erickson Families Sunday Gatherings

Mr and Mrs Alfred Swanson and family were Sunday supper guests of Mr and Mrs George Christie. Mr and Mrs Vernon Erickson and daughters spent Sunday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs Leonard Freed and family.

Alfred Swanson George Christie Vernon Erickson Leonard Freed

Erickson and Kelly Families Visit Roy Kelly Home

Mr and Mrs Erick Erickson and Mr and Mrs Chester Erickson with family and Mr and Mrs Irvin Kelly and son visited Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr and Mrs Roy Kelly.

Erick Erickson Chester Erickson Irvin Kelly Roy Kelly

Forsbergs Visit Freed Couple Sunday Afternoon

Mr and Mrs Albin Forsberg were Sunday afternoon callers of Mr and Mrs Arthur Freed.

Albin Forsberg Arthur Freed

Los Angeles Women Dined With Strombergs Last Thursday

Mrs. Anna Olson Mrs. Emily Baynes and Mrs. Pearl Baird of Los Angeles Calif were last Thursday dinner and lunch guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Stromberg and family.

Anna Olson Emily Baynes Pearl Baird Los Angeles Calif George Stromberg

Salina Trip By Local Families On Weekend Business

Mr. and Mrs. Algor Anderson and Ronnie and Larry Hammer drove to Salina Saturday on business.

Algor Anderson Ronnie Larry Hammer Salina

Topeka Guests Visit Tedrow Family Couple Weeks

Mrs. Don Tedrow and Larry of Topeka are guests for a couple of weeks at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Tedrow.

Don Tedrow Larry Topeka Charlie Tedrow

Garman reunion draws attendees from several families

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Evert and Mr. and Mrs. Lee Bettis, Lorene and Du aine attended the Garman reunion at Hardy Nebraska Sunday.

Fred Evert Lee Bettis Lorene Duaine Garman Hardy, Nebr

Nesmiths Visited Berggrens Last Tuesday Evening

Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Nesmith were last Tuesday evening visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Grant Berggren and family.

W. C. Nesmith Grant Berggren

Perry guests visit in Hardy Nebraska

Mr and Mrs S T Perry of Hardy Nebraska spent Sunday as dinner guests of Mrs Emily Willis.

S. T. Perry Hardy Nebr Emily Willis

Concordia hosts dinner guests from Nichol and Sells

Mrs. E. C. Nichol of Concordia and Mrs. Margaret Sells visited Miss Mary West for Thursday dinner, sharing an informal social afternoon.

E. C. Nichol Concordia Margaret Sells Mary West

Hay Family Hosts Dinner Guests in Aurora

Mr and Mrs Arthur Hay of Aurora visited Sunday dinner with Mrs Louise Hay.

Arthur Hay Aurora Louise Hay

Christie Visit Highlights Cordia Social Afternoon

Mr and Mrs S S Christie of Concordia spent Sunday afternoon at the George Christie home in a brief social gathering with family.

Mrs. S. S. Christie Concordia George Christie

Unclear Social Gatherings Mentioned in Kansas City

Charles Saterfield of Kansas City Mrs. Anna Hugos and Ollie and Mrs. M L Larson were Sunday evening.

Charles Saterfield Kansas City Anna Hugos Ollie M. L. Larson E. M. Eastvedt

Forsberg Family Hosts Sunday Dinner in Hardy Nebraska

Mr and Mrs Edward Forsberg and their daughter visited Sunday evening as guests of Mr and Mrs Harry Fischer in Hardy Nebraska, sharing a family dinner.

Edward Forsberg Harry Fischer Hardy, Nebr

Lincoln Woman Visits Hilda Edlund and Florence

Mrs Otto Chellburg of Lincoln Nebraska is a house guest of Mrs Hilda Edlund and Florence during a social visit.

Otto Chellburg Lincoln, Nebr Hilda Edlund Florence

Nelsons arrive from Kansas City to Belleville seeking home

Mr and Mrs Paul Nelson and their family traveled from Kansas City and stayed with Axel Nelson in Belleville while Paul seeks a new home and begins employment there.

Paul Nelson Fam Lily Kansas City Axel Nelson Belleville

Gaylord Freed and Lee Hammer Leave for Manhattan

Gaylord Freed and Lee Hammer left Sunday for Manhattan to enter Kansas State College, seeking to begin their college careers.

Gaylord Freed Lee Hammer Manhattan Kansas State College

Birthday Lunch Honors Mr Hammer with Guests

Mr and Mrs Carl Hammer Mrs Benny Lervold and Porter Hammer were Friday afternoon lunch guests of Mr and Mrs Pete Hammer in honor of Mr Hammer s birthday.

Carl Hammer Benny Lervold Porter Hammer Pete Hammer Mr. Hammer

Mr and Mrs Frank Granstedt Visit Moe Home

Mr and Mrs Frank Granstedt were Thursday evening visitors of Mr and Mrs Albert Moe, sharing an informal social visit at their home.

Frank Granstedt Albert Moe

Housholder and Goodwin Depart for Kansas State College

Darwin Housholder and Harold K. Goodwin left Tuesday morning for Manhattan to enter Kansas State College, signaling the start of their college careers.

Darwin Housholder Harold K. Goodwin Manhattan Kansas State College

Mrs Richard Fuller Returns Home After Sister's Death

Mrs Richard Fuller, who was summoned by the death of her sister Mrs Ben Garcia, returned to her home in Raton New Mexico Saturday morning.

Richard Fuller Ben Garcia Raton New Mexico

Shrine Picnic Attended By Local Couples In Salina

Mr and Mrs E H Lewis Mr and Mrs ElRene Sederlin and Mr and Mrs Frank Granstedt spent last Friday in Salina attending a Shrine Picnic.

E. H. Lewis ElRene Sederlin Frank Granstedt Salina

Mrs. Lervold and Nesmiths Visit Berggrens in Republic

Mrs. Lottie Lervold and Mr. and Mrs. W C Nesmith spent Wednesday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs V A Berggren in Republic.

Lottie Lervold W. C. Nesmith V. A. Berggren Republic

Masquerade in Mexico at Princess Tonight

Paramount musical comedy Masquerade in Mexico starring Dorothy Lamour plays the Princess Theatre tonight September 19. It is described as one of the better pictures with two short subjects, a pair of Nylons and 20 other reasons accompanying the feature.

Paramount Dorothy Lamour Mexico Princess Theatre

Olive Grace Garcia dies after California trip at 34

Olive Grace Garcia born January 17 1912 died September 6 1946 in Los Angeles while receiving medical care. She lived in Rydal and Tucson and married Ben N. Garcia May 1 1946. Funeral held September 13 1946 at Rydal with burial at Popular Grove cemetery.

Olive Grace Garcia E. C. Kallman Los Angeles Calif Olive Rydal California Tucson Art Ben N. Garcia Arn R. L. Fuller Raton N. M Dale Simonds Belleville Verl Beck Earl Sankey Republic Cpl Carl A. Kallman U. 58 Army of Fort Bragg N. Ca Paul Tommy Sankey Oliver

Mrs Hugos Family Visits Mrs Hammer on Sunday

Mrs Anna Hugos and her daughter Ollie and grandson Charles Satter field of the Merchant Marines were Sunday evening visitors of Mrs Ellen Hammer.

Anna Hugos Ollie Charles Satterfield The Merchant Marines Ellen Hammer

Mr and Mrs FE H Lewis Attend Granstedt Evening

Mr and Mrs FE H Lewis spent a Sunday evening with the Frank Gran stedt home, sharing a social visit and conversation.

FE. H. Lewis Frank Granstedt

Belleville guest Miss Shirley Brown visits Goodwin family

Miss Shirley Brown of Belleville was a Monday evening supper guest of Mr. and Mrs. Claude Goodwin and family.

Shirley Brown Belleville Claude Goodwin

Mr and Mrs Stanley Moe Visit Friends Saturday Evening

Mr and Mrs Stanley Moe spent Saturday evening with Mr and Mrs Frank Granstedt, sharing a social visit in their home.

Henry Relative Quiet Weekend Visit Reported

Philroy Henry traveled from Salina on Saturday and spent the night at the home of his parents Mr. and Mrs. Walter Henry.

Philroy Henry Salina Mrs Walter Henry

Des Moines Couple Visit Niece and Family

Mr and Mrs C E Anderson of Des Moines Iowa spent Monday night and Tuesday of last week with their niece Mrs L S Richards Mr Richards and Donald.

C. E. Anderson Des Moines Iowa L. S. Richards Richards Donald

Mrs Minnie Anderson Visiting Daughter in Town

Mrs Minnie Anderson is spending a few days at the home of her daughter Mrs Walter Henry while Mr Henry is in Kansas City on business.

Minnie Anderson Walter Henry Mr. Henry Kansas City

Sunday Visit Mentioned by Nebraska Couple

Mr and Mrs Stenson of Hardy Nebraska were Sunday visitors of Mr and Mrs W C Nesmith in a brief social note from the local page.

Merchant Marines Caller in Nesmith Home Visit

Charles Satterfield of the Merchant Marines called Monday afternoon at the home of Mr and Mrs W C Nesmith.

Charles Satterfield The Merchant Marines Mrs. W. C. Nesmith

Mrs Lottie Lervold Visited Nesmith Home Midweek

Mrs Lottie Lervold spent Wednesday and Thursday at the W C Nesmith home for a short social visit and domestic contact.

Mr and Mrs Jack Bower Return From Norton

Mr and Mrs Jack Bower returned from Norton Sunday evening and left Monday afternoon for Lawrence to establish their home. They were joined by Miss Geneva Johnson who will visit at the home of Mr and Mrs Earl Carroll.

Jack Bower Norton Lawrence Geneva Johnson Earl Carroll

Rosene and Sjoholm Families Host Courtland Birthday

Mr and Mrs H E Rosene of Scandia Marvin Rosene of Belleville and Mr and Mrs L H Sjoholm gather for a birthday celebration for Mrs Albert Sjoholm at the Albert Sjoholm home in Courtland John and Beth attend as Sunday guests to mark the occasion.

H. E. Rosene Scandia Marvin Rosene Belleville L. H. Sjoholm John Beth Albert Sjoholm Courtland

Birth of Karla Denice Lindecrantz in Fort Collins

Mr and Mrs Lorraine Lindecrantz of Fort Collins Colorado announce the birth of a daughter on September 10 named Karla Denice. Mrs Lindecrantz was formerly Miss Eldred Kyepd.

Lorraine Lindecrantz Fort Collins Colo Karla Denice Lindecrantz Eldred ‘Kyepd

Community Club to Meet For Elections and Welfare

The Scandia Community Club will meet Friday night September 20 at 7 30 p m in the City Clerk's office to elect officers and discuss community welfare and progress. Refreshments will be served. Carl Aberg, President.

Scandia Community Club Carl Aberg

New Transformers Installed Last Week in Scandia

Kansas Power Company replaced three small transformers with two large units in Scandia boosting capacity to twice the previous load. The upgrade improves Saturday night illumination, easing concerns of the Prin cess Theatre management about the lighting and power during peak hours.

Kansas Power Company Scandia Princess Theatre

Death of Charles S. Martin in Wlinots

Mrs. Fred Evert received word last week of the death of her cousin Charles S. Martin in Wlinots. He came to Kansas in 1905 and lived with the John Garman family for a year or more, later with his brother in Scandia. Martin was a carpenter who built several local houses.

Fred Evert Charles S. Martin Wlinots Mr. Martin Kansas John Garman Scandia Charles

Heath-Johnson Wedding Announced in Portland Base Chapel

Miss Jacqueline Loretta Heath and S Sgt. Herbert W. Johnson wed September 6 at the Base Chapel Portland Army Air Base officiated by Chaplain Atkinson. Best man Albert Abramson Maid of Honor Bernice Lusk. reception at the NCO club. Herb re enlisted, stationed at Portland with Air Reserve Detachment. former Scandia bakery owners in Scandia.

Jacqueline Loretta Heath John R. Heath Burns Oregon Herbert W. Johnson Alford D. Johnson Decatur St Denver Colo Johnsons Scandia Portland, Ove, Army Air Base Atkinson McCloud Field Wash Albert EF. Abramson Bernice Lusk Herb Army Portland Ore Air Reserve Scandia High School

Everett death brings Minneapolis sister to Hutchinson

Mrs. J. K. Everett of Minneapolis traveled to Hutchinson on Wednesday Sept 4 for the death of her brother-in-law Charles Everett. His funeral occurred Thursday afternoon in Hutchinson. Charles was a brother of the late Rev. J. C. Everett, former Presbyterian pastor in Scandia.

Minneapolis J. K. Everett Hutchinson Charles Everett J. C. Everett Scandia

Morris Johnsons Visit A B Johnson Home

Mr and Mrs Morris Johnson of Wichita called at the A B Johnson home Sunday evening. Alex Johnson accompanied them home to Wichita.

Morris Johnson Wichita A. B. Johnson Alex Johnson

Jensen Departed for Manhattan to Attend Kansay State College

Ralph Jensen left Monday for Manhattan to enroll at Kansay State College, pursuing higher education. He plans to study there and begin his college career this semester.

Ralph Jensen Manhattan Kansay State College

Dinner Party Hosts Honor Local Guests

Mr. and Mrs. Omar Olson entertained Sunday dinner guests including Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler Moore of Gilmore City Iowa Mr. and Mrs. Walter Young of Phillipsburg Rev and Mrs James Gray and family of Belleville Mr and Mrs Albert Gray of Jamestown Bert Gray of Randall and Mr and Mrs Chris Olson in attendance.

Omar Olson Wheeler Moore Gilmore City Iowa Walter Young Phillipsburg James Gray Belleville Albert Gray Jamestown Bert Gray Randall Chris Olson

Miss Dora Engle Teaches Third Grade in Concordia

Former Scan dia teacher Miss Dora Engle now instructs a third grade class at Washington school in Concordia.

Dora Engle Washington School Concordia

Norris Dinner Visit Highlights Local Family ties

Mr and Mrs Clyde Norris were Monday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs A D Norris in Norway reinforcing neighborly ties and family links in the community.

Clyde Norris A. D. Norris Norway

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