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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1930
Page
6
The first through eighth grades held seasonal events with Christmas parties, stories, and crafts. Younger students practiced long division while older groups exchanged names, decorated rooms, and read original stories.
The high school receives a fresh batch of traveling library volumes for the campus library. Sophomores seek poem booklets for English class work and study.
Sophomores were entertained Thursday evening at sponsor Mrs. W. W. Molsberry home. Santa, Holly, and Jingle Belts led contests with Santa’s team scoring highest. After games, refreshments were served, and all reported a very good time.
Mrs Roy Shaul died at her home in north Strahan on Tuesday night after a prolonged illness. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church with Rev. Walter Schuerman officiating. Interment was in Malvern cemetery. She was 35, survived by her husband and two children. Her faith in Jesus Christ and membership in the Strahan Methodist Episcopal church are noted.
Supe and local residents report Strahan plans to join the Nebraska Light & Power system. A franchise petition is headed to the railroad commission as residents anticipate continuous electric service from the main line at the four corners north of Eastings. The project aims to bring improved power to Strahan and nearby areas.
On Wednesday evening November 17 the Strahan schoolhouse hosted a lower grades operetta. Children captured Santa Claus with Christmas toys and placed him in a large stocking. Tap dancer John Judah and a doll act featuring Joyce Mossberry delighted the audience.
The Shut family thanks friends neighbors and organizations for help and kindness during our sungsa and BOPrasy.
Recital postponed due to illness of Mrs. Farnhunt Everett Gipe who is studying at Nebraska State University. Christmas church program drew a overflowing crowd, with Sunday school and church services thriving. Christmas party for Sunday school held at church. Cristus dinner planned for Gipe families at Woodfill home. Local residents and visitors shared meals and holiday gatherings amid festive events.
W. J. Allensworth of Carson and Connell Whyles recounts the wagon journey from Ohio to Mills county in autumn 1871. He recalls riding with his family and witnessing the Chicago fire that began October 8, 1871, during a long trip across Mills and Potawatomi counties.
Miss Hazel Owens and her pupils hosted a Christmas program and box supper at the Pleasant Valley school house last Friday night. The crowd was large and proceeds nearly $28 will be used for needs at the school, praising the great work there.
Christmas parties and programs filled Pacific Junction schools as staff and students celebrated. Awards were given to Palmer Method achievers Edgar Hostetter and others, while high schoolers studied American literature and prepared government outlines. A December 18 operetta showcased student talent, including a rabbit-clad first grade group, soloists, and a negra quartet, with proceeds aiding costume costs.
We thank everyone for their kindness and sympathy shown during the illness of our husband and brother Mish Smith. Gratitude to Mrs. Tigh Smith and family Gea Smith and family for the beautiful flowers.
Mr and Mrs A L Chantry hosted a Chantry family reunion in Sidney on Sunday with 99 attendees. Present were Paul Chantry of Imboden and J D Ross and family of Shenandoah plus W F Haning and family of Anderson J Rhodewood and family of Tabor Alfred Chantry and son of Maryville Mo and Joe Chantry and family of Malvern.
Mrs Anthony Briley led a canning demonstration and nutrition review in Mt Vernon district Silver Creek on December 9 and 10. Four children attended as community leaders conducted nutrition talks, with Mrs Harrt Shook and others hosting sessions at multiple homes.
A Mineola girl received a prenuptial party at her country home half a mile west of Mineola. The afternoon featured progressive high five with guests and her mother arriving first. Miss Clara Diethelr won high score as Mrs Lawrence Henry played piano selections.
An Los Angeles Times item notes that foreign cabinets depend on securing loans from the United States or other nations to survive, as only a few dollars may remain for support. The piece mentions individuals such as Elmer Dietehler and Clara Dietehle among others in a social setting.
Emerson The Emerson C E S held their annual election of officers Monday evening Dec 22 The new officers are Misa Peart McLain worthy ma tron D C Coppage worthy patron Pearle Tubbs associate ma John L Evans associate patron Elsie L Evans conductor Frances Coppage associate conductor Cora Good treasurer Ella Longshore secretary Joint Installation will be held with the Masons on Jan 5 1831
The senior class enjoyed a party Friday after the basketball game at Wayne Cole's home. Games were played and refreshments served. Everyone had a happy evening.
The district announced a two week vacation with teachers traveling to visit relatives and attend holiday gatherings. Local families plan trips to Omaha and other nearby towns, with many students spending Christmas break with relatives and city residents lighting evergreen displays around the business block.
Residents plan a series of special meetings at the Oakes School House north of town starting next Sunday. Rev M B Wilson of Emerson will preach. Castor serves as Sunday school superintendent as the new, active Sunday school begins.
Five candidates were advanced at the Women’s Relief Corp No 214 meeting held at the M W A hall. Names listed include Grace Oliver Rosaie Purcell Effie Hatfield Vern Hall and Maude Crouse. After business, members played games with two aides Evergreen and Wollywend, enjoyed candy, apple and candy light contests, and a Christmas setting with a Santa display. The next meeting is set for Friday Jan 12 at 2 pm with installation of new officers by Mrs Frank Evans of Springfield Ill.
Henderson community obituary notices honor Willieut Borinbess, A.J. A. Wrislit, and Mrs. Rainbow among others. Montages mention funeral attendance, family travels, and several local residents with recent hospital stays, school vacations, and parish activities. Additional obituaries to follow in next issue.
Post Card Shower for Mrs Cary details a social event with guests and well wishes. The notice mentions celebrations, birthdays, and a gathering at a chapel setting with plans for feasting and social visits. It reads like an informal community notice with names and locations largely obscured by damaged text.
BY. KK. club members enjoyed a Christmas party at Mrs. Mont Paine Woithestay’s home with games and a white elephant gift exchange. Several local residents and families were noted visiting, traveling, or staying in Shenandoah, Council Bluffs, Omaha, and nearby towns, with updates on moves, health, hospital plans, and holiday gatherings.
We live No 1 upland Prairie hay and No 1 timothy clover and Prairie mixed at 9.00 per ten, track Bassett, in our lots. Order now. Srashett Hay Coq, as set, Dr. 4.
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