Clean teeth memories and Cedar Falls chatter
In a lively reminiscence, students discuss dental care habits and Cedar Falls antics. Kay aspires to a top FBLA finish while Larry and Bill miss events. Carol reports a strange top from a garbage can, Mrs. Whicker laughs at a big cookie, and Von asks Doug about the Skunk River. Martha returns to school amid rumors of absences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Falls
Kay
FBLA
Larry
Bill
Doug
Trutks
Carol D
Martha
Seventh graders study The United State as a Commercial Nation
Students finish six weeks of geography on the United States as a commercial nation. They learn how daily foods and products are imported. English lessons cover friendship and business letters. Mrs. Garnet Brain presents material and explains the Poppy Poster contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United State
Garnet Brain
FFA State Convention and Senior Trip Planned
Calendar lists events from April 25 to 27 for the FFA State Convention and Senior class trip. Also notes a sectional baseball tournament at Moravia, room-planning for posters, outdoor Physical Ed classes, and all students attending the Senior class play Monday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FFA
Moravia
Freshmen finish David Copperfield unit in English class
This week freshmen conclude a fourteen chapter reading of David Copperfield. They have also worked in Literature workbooks. Some students find it tiresome while others enjoyed the reading and would like to continue the book.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Copperfield
Banquet Waiters Chosen for Junior and Senior Event
On Monday April 15 the Junior News slated the banquet staff with Eugene Vincent as head waiter and Judy Smith as head waitress. Other appointed helpers include Jerry Hinote John Murdy Ronnie Broshar Dick Mason Carl Rouse Mary Ellen Condra Janice Mosley Karen Scott Karen Woodward and Linda Coulson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
And!s
Eugene Vincent
Judy Smith
Jerry Hinote
John Murdy
Ronnie Broshar
Dick Mason
Carl Rouse
Mary Ellen Condra
Janice Mosley
Karen Scott
Karen Woodward
Linda Coulson
Fifth Grade Iowa History and Recess Activities
In Iowa history we cover early explorers Marquette Joliet Pike Lewis and Clark and natural resources. The senior class play was enjoyed Monday afternoon. Arithmetic explores fractions, magic squares, area and perimeter with room measurements. Softball, jacks, and hopscotch are popular at recess. Connie Boblenz Jo DuVall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Marquette
Joliet
Pike
Lewis and Clark
Connie Boblenz
Jo DuVall
Franklin and Calhoun Families Share Easter and Visits
Franklin and Calhoun households returned home Friday after months away. Easter Sunday hosts included Coy Swift and Delhart Calhoun families, with extended relatives from Ottumwa visiting. Visitors also stopped by Earl Swift, Glenn Turner, Dorothy Pickrell, and Delhart Calhoun households, while James and Bert Calhoun families hosted at Delhart Calhoun residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Calhoun
Tuscon
Arizona
Clair Long
Jeffrey
Earl Swifts
Coy Swift
Ottumwa
Blanche Argo
Glenn Turners
Thelma Calhoun
Dorothy Pickrell
Earl Swift
Duane Wilson
Ottumwa and Moravia Social Notes
Mrs Lidyd Ammott and Dean were in Ottumwa on Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Earl Swift attended Hymns of the Cross at the Methodist church in Moravia Sunday night. Hlmer Kellogg called at James Calhoun and Earl Swifts Tuesday. Mrs Pearl Free spent Friday at Wayne Thompsons. Mrs Fern Callen spent the Easter weekend at Orrin Callens. Mr and Mrs Roscoe Argo spent Thursday evening at Ben Pickrells.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suunday
Albert Tubaugh
Ralph
Manitou Springs
Colorado
Carl Proctor
Blakesburg
Howard Proctor
Richard Tubaught
Janiece
Vivian Andrews
Wilbur Miller
Reo Bryant
E. E. Hari
Near Seymour
Bob Strunk
Bob Zimmerman
Louilla
Cecil Comstock
Jim Hershberger
Jimmy
Waller Abbas
Melrose
Glen Stephenson
Knoxville
Gene Judge
Polk City
Walter Paris
Lynn
Claude Paris
Dean Andrews
Des Moines
Drenda Gae
Minnie Hicks
Centerville
Dixie Rae Tubaugh
Richard Tubaugh
Community Notes From Centerville Area Families
Numerous local families shared a series of visits and gatherings in Centerville and surrounding towns. Highlights include Barbara’s fifth birthday picnic with Miller and Strunk relatives, Easter Sunday dinners with the Paris and Tubaugh families, and multiple calls and dinners at the Comstock, Miller, and Hershberger homes.
Clover Leaf club hosts gathering at Mrs Mansel Tarbell’s home
Mrs Mansel Tarbell entertained the Clover Leaf club at her home on Wednesday. Debbie Dunham arrived by bus from Des Moines on Thursday evening to spend Easter vacation with the Brown family. Mary Jo Sheldon visited last week with her grandparents Mr and Mrs Mearl Dicks and Mr and Mrs Paul Dicks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mansel Tarbell
Clover Leaf Club
Debbie Dunham
Des Moines
Russell Brown
Mary Jo Sheldon
Mearl Dicks
Paul Dicks
Easter Dinner Guests Across Ottumwa and Surroundings
Families and friends gathered for Easter meals and weekend visits across Ottumwa Centerville and surrounding towns. Guests included the McAninch, Dicks, Brown, Dunham, Callen, and Massman households with relatives from Albia Des Moines Sigourney and beyond sharing in weekend and Sunday dinners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearl Dicks
Clell Sheldon
Ottumwa
Dick Brown
Russell Brown
Richard Dunham
Pearl Broshar
Centerville
Roy Rinehart
Albia
Vinton Lundy
Stella Argo
J. D. Minnes
Rex Haver
Paul McCord
Jimmy
Lottie Swan
Walter Waggoner
LaVern Massman
Jim McAninch
Cass Hamilton
Lloyd Brown
Jerry
E. G. Clayton
Sigourney
Bill Wiand
Des
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mlh.s. Scribbler
Woltz Studios
Ellen Paxston
Junior News
Franklin’ By
Mra
E. N. Catterlin
Optometrist
Phous
Hotel Annex
Blessing’s
Blue Bird Cafe
Jackson Crnterville
Lester Strunk
Beverly
Mary
Gerald Burton
Barbara
Ray Tubaugh
Francis Henson
Delmar Dowd
Will Irelan
Max Lobberecht
Eddyville
Wendell. Hook
Cora Means
Raymond
Lovell Reagan
Ellen Eldridge
Nancy Eldridge
Miller School
Erma McNeal
Harold Wright
Shiela
Denny
O. E. Palmer
Strunk
Russell Strunk
Ralph Tubaugh
Pleasant Hill
Mrs
Truxton Dicks
Danny
Martha Massman
Pat Printy
Verda Argo
John MecAninch
Moines
Wayne Christy
Gilbert Callen
Clyde Dicks
Connie
Max
Delmont Moffitt
Union
Era Watch
Goode Seed & Feed Co
Enous
Mill & Elevator
Iowa Southern Utilities Co
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!