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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1936
Page
5
In a community tribute to a mother-in-law, the author praises her culinary skill with Easter feast details and family gatherings. It shifts to a political note critiquing New Deal era policy impacts and Moravia civic issues, urging honest cleanup and engagement, ending with a call to push forward business concerns.
The Moravia Chapter of the Future Farmers of America won nationwide publicity during the national farm and home hour on NBC. The chapter was recognized for its activities and notably for a band composed entirely of FFA members.
Moravia and Centerville battle in a 7-6 extra innings thriller. Centerville took a 5-4 lead after a late homer, Moravia tied it to send the game to extras, and Centerville pulled away with a two-run double to seal the win. Davis pitched well for Moravia, nine strikeouts, while Morris homered for Centerville. Cincinnati game slated for April 22 at 3:46.
Mrs Allen Railaback aged 34 died at her home after a three week illness. She lived much of her life in Monroe. Survived by husband and sister Miss Aton Si of Wat Mra. Miss Warpee Blakesbore among others attended services held Tuesday near Foster.
A small gathering honored Dale Callen with plain gifts on a table. Carolyn and Trenton attended the event as the party organizers and presented simple tokens of appreciation.
A cryptic fragment mentions Moravia and a crowd at a fall fair night. Details are unclear about events, sales, or actions, but the brief hints a ceremonial or communal gathering with unusual pace or mood.
Mayor L. H. Beery urged Moravia residents to prepare for a spring cleanup and a city wide beautification drive. He promised city pickup with team and wagon to haul trash, with possible multiple days. He urged painting and repairs to boost Moravia’s appearance and asked for citizen cooperation.
Mr and Mrs J C Lockman entertained the VanDorin relatives for an Easter dinner at their home. A cooperative meal followed by games united many family members from Moravia Numa Albis and nearby areas including W T VanDorin Freddie Mary Gaster A C VanDorin Clara Selby Geo VanDorin J T VanDorin L B VanDorin and others. Mr and Mrs Jim Kelly of Malvern joined the gathering adding to the extended family celebration.
A garbled note mentions McCauley of Moines and a marked route home in what appears to be a clipped date line. The fragment references T. and Gordnex with unclear connection, giving a snapshot of a disrupted local item.
Notice from county chairman Harry Jennings confirms Democratic caucuses to select delegates for the county convention. Moravia caucus to be held at the Community Building, Taylor township, at 7:20 p.m. Friday with joe committeeman and committeewoman to lead.
Hiatt and Wilson vie for Republican county sheriff in Appanoose with long local ties. Hiatt, a farmer along the west edge of town, previously Moravia city marshal and street commissioner. Wilson, Moravia resident, district manager for Mormon Mineral Co, formerly a Chester White swine breeder and county teacher. Nomination likely at the convention amid numerous candidates.
Rev F C Scott departs Tuesday for Toledo to attend the United Brethren church midyear conference today and Wednesday. He is also slated to join the state board meeting this afternoon and serves as secretary of the board.
A Moravia birthday gathering brightened a quiet afternoon. Friends and neighbors from Thomas Robb, Maxis, Mrs. Price Giaoerne, Sanden, Boardman, and others joined the celebration with well filled sundry items and warm wishes for the guest of honor.
A social evening at the Haldens featured three tables of play. Bayard Neff and Mrs. Geo. won high honors while Mrs. Lyle Beery attended with guests. Mrs. Wa hosted a luncheon after a district Christian church gathering in Cambridgeware. Monday Beery performed on the program with vocal selections.
Francis Turner notes the senior class will stage The Adventures of Tom Sawyer on Friday night May 8 1986 in the high school gym. Charles George’s new dramatization preserves Twain’s warmth and color with a cast including Rex King Don Cloyed Floriene Perry Pauline Sidney Ruth Johnson Clifton Boardman Maxine DuVail Dorothy Donahoe and Dayton Dotson. The Baker Company secured rights. attendance expected from families and community.
Noorden Slavin a senior in the University of Iowa Dental College has been chosen for an orthodontics internship with the University of Iowa College of Dentistry for 1936 87. Twelve applicants competed and two were selected. The internship runs from July 11 to next June with completion of a Master of Orthodontic Science and a D D S degree in June.
Attorney Purley Rinker of Centerville will speak at the Taylor township Republican meeting and caucus on Monday evening April 20 in Moravia Community Building at 7 80. The event precedes the Republican township caucus called by County Chairman Edward L. Simmons to nominate committeemen and delegates to the county convention.
The senior boys and girls basketball squads, champions of the high school teams, beat the faculty lineup last Wednesday evening. The seniors built long leads as the faculty struggled with pace. The event, featuring vaudeville style acts, raised funds for the activity fund and drew laughs with colorful uniforms and stunts.
A school closed Tuesday for a basket dinner and program with about fifty patrons present. Attendees included Mrs. Beryl Funkhouser of Des Moines and Mrs. Kenneth Free, retired teachers, along with Donald Darby and Lucile Coltrain teaching the next term. The program featured dialogues, songs, and piano numbers while Leo VanDorin and Boan Faber maintained perfect attendance.
Moravia Public School concert band will travel to Centerville next Saturday morning to compete in the Class C division of the district music contest. About 36 musicians will perform selections already presented at a Moravian school music festival, with Moravia the sole local school group advancing to the district event.
Christian services listed with pastor W. J. Huatie yielding Bible School at 10:00 and sermon times at 11:00 and 7:30. Christian Endeavor at 6:30. Ladies Aid meets with Mrs Birdie Main. Public notices include the pastor.
The Methodist Episcopal church lists Sunday services with Epworth League in the main auditorium. Morning worship at noon, Sunday School at 10:00. Wesley Morning worship at 9:30 and Sunday School at 10:30 conducted by Pastor Charles Ellis.
United Brethren presents Sunday School at 10 A M with M H Johnson as superintendent. Morning worship follows at 11 A M. They invite members to attend church then plan to visit Albis for worship next Sunday.
The 2nd Quarterly Conference takes place in Hilton hall on Friday evening April 17. A covered dish supper starts at 6 80. Invitations extend to the community as Fairview, Hilton, and Teanium Sunday Schools hold services with Communion at specific times and named superintendents and pastor J W Stine.
Frayed OCR lists a Friday dinner menu featuring roast beef, boiled potatoes, noodles, apple salad, bread, butter, and pie. Limited readable items suggest a home or community meal listing with traditional fare.
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