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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1974
Page
5
Notice invites all to Moravia High School for the Music Banquet on April 26 at 6 30 PM. Each family should bring two covered dishes and one meat dish while the Music Department provides entertainment. Bring yourself and your friends.
Seniorgraph notes Judy Kelley age 17 born at St Joseph Has j in Centerville. She has brown and green eyes, enjoys art, reading and TV, and favors softball. She recalls guarding and basket in a grade school benefit game. Judy plans to work after graduation and hopes to live in Color 1 someday. Betty 30, Judy 24, Dixie 21, and a Q A section mentions Moravia faculty and favorite classes.
Steve McKinley, 17, born in Brit tain South Dakota to Mr and Mrs Wayne McKinley, has blonde hair blue eyes and no favorite subject. He plans for college possibly but has no definite future plans. He says he would not look for a better tomorrow if today were the last day and money matters more than happiness. He spends free time sleeping and dislikes irritating people. He is allergic to pollen and fears reckless drivers and jokes about traveling with Bob. He would miss nothing about M H S.
Barbara and her brother Paul Brown moved to Moravia from Bloomfield, Iowa. In an interview for the Scribbler she says she prefers Moravia School with nicer teachers and more time in class. She mentions two brothers Mike and Bill and three sisters.
An unusual, fragmentary text features multiple named individuals and playful lines about handling a birthday “weird word” and various reactions. The writing weaves names such as Pa Julie Haver, Jill Jane Martin, Tammy Wells, Tina Fosenburg, Becky, Usa Clark, Arnald, and Marilyn Shelquist with odd actions and mock dialogue, concluding with a note about an old time law and DY.T.
Moravia Iowa readers reflect on FFA involvement. Rodney Whitt criticizes low turnout for meetings and banquet rewards while seniors bully juniors. He laments wasted gas and cleanup duties falling to freshmen.
Joyce Christy an 18 year old senior daughter of Wayne and Doris Christy was born at St Josephs hospital Centerville. Her favorite class is English and her favorite teacher is Mr Lewis She says she is happy she is graduating though she has hated school since first grade She will miss Mr Donnellys Paula impressions in high school and remembers not moving to Iowa City when Janice did She recalls a grade school friend eating at home with onion on her breath In her leisure time she camps Banana creme ice cream is her favorite food She dislikes people who do not answer questions and basketball stars Joyce is allergic to school winter and math She would like to be rich to travel After graduation she plans to marry and attend Simpson College in Indianola.
Doug Doud, seventeen, blue eyed son of Kenneth and Olive Doud, born in Ottumwa, plans to have fun this summer and perhaps attend college in the fall. He will be happy to graduate and misses Moravia school though he worries about its future. He favors remodeling the school into a community recreation center and enjoys T.V., horses, and coon hunting. His favorite foods include hamburgers, french fries, and spinach, and he is allergic to work, school, and English walnuts. Doug aspires to wealth and power and seeks respect from others who like cowboy shows.
In Centerville 17 years ago a blue eyed girl named Sherry McCannon was born to Marietta and George. A dark blond senior at MHS she cherishes art class and teacher Mrs Ellison. She will miss being with friends most as she graduates. She dislikes two faced people, values genuine respect, and loves pizza. Her ideal age is 18 to gain independence and she would like to live in Arkansas or the Rockies. She has unclear plans for the future and emphasizes pursuing excellence.
Kirk Bruce, son of James and Deloris Bruce of Vinton Iowa, ages 17 years 5 months 28 days, born in Vinton Community Hospital room 105. He has brown hair and green eyes. His favorite teacher is Mr Baker and he plans to attend college after graduation. He expresses mixed feelings about graduation and fears ropein Spencer, choosing a life focused on Mexican food and leisure.
On April 22, 17 years, 1 month and about 22 days, Janice Hopkins appeared on earth. She has brown eyes and dark brown hair and lives with Mr. and Mrs. Richard A. Hopkins. She enjoys TV and music, likes Elvis Presley films, and plans to graduate soon. She would visit Mars to meet little green men and wants to find something that interests her for the future.
Moravia High students presented Oliver! to strong praise with a large chorus and younger helpers. Auditions in January led to after school rehearsals, prop work, and final performances in April 1974 showcasing effort from many participants.
A note of thanks highlights the light crew and contributors who supported the musical. Special appreciation goes to Mr. Tapper, Mr. Adelpohl, and Mr. Donnelly for their time and effort.
The Appanoose County Board of Supervisors met April 1 1974 at 9 00 PM with members Broventt Arthur M Streepy chairman art A Evens and Doyle N Anderson. Minutes of March 20 1974 session read and approved as read. The board transacted claims from various vendors including Carmer's Inc Centervilla Auto Supply Diebold Banklock Services Morton Montelie Co Sheriff and others. State withholdings and salaries were recorded along with numerous supplies and services for county operations.
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