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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1970
Page
5
Jewell Walker thanks Ray Charity for publishing and typing support, Mrs Hayden for ideas and edits, Scribbler members for stories, and readers for their input. She wishes Carolyn Faber encouragement for next year and reflects on a rewarding, though challenging, editorial run.
Albia FTA members were guests of Moravia during winter and invited Moravia to Albia for an April 23 social gathering. The event aimed to reciprocate the Moravian visit with an evening of fun and friendship.
An Albia Moravia event opened with a lighthearted game tying contestants’ legs, followed by shoe tosses and a shoe hunt. A short business meeting elected officers for next year, then refreshments and a volley ball game. Miss Joyce Hiatt and Mrs Hayden accompanied the Moravia chapter as Mrs Tuttle could not attend.
The Scribbler visited Moravia Union on Friday April 24 to study machines and processes. They observed a linotype, card printing unit, a large and small sheet capability, a paper folding machine, a mid insert system, a large camera for enlargements, and in the dark room they develop prints. The visit was informative and centered on where the Scribbler is printed, with thanks to Mr Charity for the tour.
Moravia High School students observed Earth Day on April 22 by displaying trash collected around the school and nearby ditches. A sign above the pile urged reflection with Does This Make You Proud, underscoring the impact of litter and the hope that collective effort can preserve the countryside.
At a meeting on April 23 the freshman class voted to host a party at the high school featuring a hayride and a dance to follow. The exact date was not yet set.
An assembly Monday afternoon featured a 15 member William Penn College orchestra from Oskaloosa. The group played cornets trombones drums piano bass fiddle and more, offering older songs that students found enjoyable including I Think I'm Going Out of My Head which led to an encore.
In a Moody meeting a man raised his hand for prayer but refused salvation, asking Moody to pray for him later. Moody pursued the man, visited him during illness, and pressed for a decision again. The man recovered, relapsed, and Moody visited him once more to present Christ’s need.
Beth Steenhoek, a 17 year old senior, lists American government and Algebra II among her subjects and names Mr Pfannebecker as a favorite teacher. She is active in basketball and other activities including softball track FTA URLA marching band and the annual staff. Her parents are Mr and Mrs Duane Steenhoek. Her hobbies include talking and eating and she dislikes people who tell one thing to her and another to others. The prom sports and the senior trip will highlight her final year.
The Board met in adjourned session with Doyle Sk Anderauh Carl A Evans and Arthur B Streepy present. They transacted the following business and approved numerous claims for general fund and various departments including supplies utilities printing and relief. Names listed include Liegle N Anderson supervisor Batley Pypewriter machines Beeth Foligaun and many local residents and suppliers.
Jane Stufflebeam's senior year focuses on the class trip and prom. She enjoys time with friends and the outdoors. Her favorite teacher is Mr. Macy and art is her favorite subject. She takes sociology literature speech government and participates in F414 glee club and library club. Jane is 18 with black hair and brownish eyes. Her pet peeve is phonies and people who dominate others. She is the daughter of Mrs. Marie Stufflebeam and the late Ernest Stufflebeam.
Four year old Greg Van Zante and four month old Chad Hiatt are listed as offspring of local families. An International Harvester model mixer and a pickup bid from Carmel are noted amid a county board discussion about transportation replacement and a proposed purchase following a unanimous board vote.
Around the school notes a beautyful prom, praise for Juniors and sponsors, seniors with nine days left, a call for cleaner streets, and a safer healthier Moravia. It mentions Dairy Queen lunch traffic and student dalliances with squirt guns as springtime antics.
Iowa 4-H members are chosen to attend the State 4-H Conference in Ames. Appanoose County delegates include Pam Houser Barbara Hixenbaugh Jan Moore Connie McClurg Glenda Davis Randy McDanel Bobby Ritter Marvin Martin Alternates are Joyce Ellis Barbara Zintz and Tom Grove Music delegates possible for State Chorus or Band Applications due in Ames by April 24.
Ayonoase County seeks location and design approval for grading drilling and temporary surfacing on Federal Aid Secondary relief route County route JaT beginning at the northwest corner of Section 42 Township 70 North Range 16 West Union Township and ending near Miller Church road intersection. Plans maps and related info available at the County Engineer’s office.
A humorous line reflects engineers' goal to create a vehicle that ceases smoking habits. The joke contrasts car design with personal behavior, highlighting industry optimism about reducing smoking in transport culture.
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