James Wilson Injured in Farm Baler Accident
James Wilson, former northwest Caporavia, was hurt Monday afternoon when his right foot was caught in a hay baler roller. Richard Calhoun aided, turning off the tractor, and Frank Wilson aided in freeing him. Wilson was taken to Albia hospital, then Ottumwa, with a deep burn, a broken toe bone, and multiple bruises. a cast will be applied once the burn begins healing. Room 227.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Wilson
Northwest
Caporavia
Richard Calhoun
Frank Wilson
James
Albia Hospital
Ottumwa Hospital
Gene Lathen Injured in Farm Accident
Rene Lathen sustained serious injuries Tuesday afternoon near Hilton when he fell from a tractor pulling a manure spreader. He was transported to Albia hospital for x rays showing several pelvic fractures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gene Lathen
Rene Lathen
Hilton
Albia Hospital
Merle Smith Transferred to Ottumwa Hospital
Merle Smith, seriously ill in Monroe county hospital at Albia, was moved to Ottumwa Hospital on Sunday for further medical treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merle Smith
Monroe County
Albia
Ottumwa
Local Surgery News From Iowa Hospitals
Mrs Ruben Faber underwent surgery Monday at Monroe county hospital and is improving. Kenneth Johnson underwent surgery in Ottumwa hospital with room 217. Mrs Robert Dougan and daughter Roseann of Havana Alabama, a former Moravia Commercial instructor, visited Mr and Mrs T E Campbell. Chris and Bruce McDonough visited their grandmother Trene Bower in Coon Rapids and the Leo Dagle family in Des Moines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruben Faber
Monroe County Hospital
Nneth Johnson
Ottumwa
Kenneth Johnson
Ottumwa Hospital
Robert Dougan
Roseann
Havana, al
Moravia
T. E. Campbell
Chris
Bruce McDonough
Trene Bower
Coon Rapids
Leo Dagle
Des Moines
C. W. Ware
Cheryl Ann
Dennis Edward Doud
Kenneth Dowd
Miss Ware
Schwartz Insurance Agency
Mr. Doud
Glover Ford
Moravia FFA Receives Honors at Fair
Moravia FFA members sweep beef sheep and swine divisions at the fair. Chuck Moore exhibited the grand champion steer, Steve Sulser the reserve, both Angus from Moravia. Terry McElwain of Seymour won the champion beef heifer. Kenneth Lindley won multiple Corriedale classes and received a blue ribbon for his purebred flock. Danny Wilson earned a blue ribbon with his Hampshire market hog.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FFA
Chuck Moore
Steve Sulser
Angus
Moravia
Terry McElwain
Seymour
Corriedale
Kenneth Lindley
Kenney
Danny Wilson
Hampshire
Annual Boyer family dinner in Centerville park
The E. H. Boyer family picnic drew 48 attendees on Sunday in Centerville park with a cooperative noon meal. Prayers, Scripture, songs, and updates on births, marriages, and service entries filled the afternoon as future hosts were named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. H. Boyer
Centerville Park
Caleb Ball
Mary Ball
Hazel Boyer
Dorin Wailes
Jesus
Basha
John Foster
Inezza
Eli Hiatt
God
Vera Wailes
Vaughn Wright
Robert Foster
Lester Gordon
Carl Tomlin
Kenneth Gladfelder
David Weston
Russell Burns
Clem
Sandra
Cindy Hawk
Olin ‘Poster
John E. Broshar
Dan
Leon Burns
Linda
Jim Burns
Robert
Becky
Vera Boyer
Carl Boyer
Beth
Rickie
Gene Boyer
Roe van Antwerp
Rex Foster
Gary
Mary
Terry Patty
Karen
Jerry Barrickman
Vess Hiatt Undergoing Surgery at University Hospital
Vess Hiatt was admitted to University Hospital in Iowa City on July 23 for surgery and medical treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vess Hiatt
University Hospital
Iowa City
Air Force Honors M Ster Johnson Master Sergeant Robert D Johnson
Master Sergeant Robert D Johnson son of Mr and Mrs Freeman Johnson of Moravia was cited by the U S Air Force for Meritorious Service from July 18 1966 to May 10 1967 serving as Chief Plans and Management Branch Supply and Services Division Directorate of Material Headquarters 29th Air Division Duluth International Airport Minnesota His efforts boosted division operations and combat readiness The citation signed by Major General Thomas K McGehee and Secretary Harold Brown notes his 19 years in the Air Force He visits Moravia this week and will transfer to Southeast Asia on Sept 1 stationed at Otis AFB Massachusetts
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert D. Johnson
Freeman Johnson
Moravia
U. S. Air Force
29Th Air Division
Duluth International Airport
Minnesota
Johnson
United States Air Force
Thomas K. McGehee
USAF
Tenth Air Force
Harold Brown
Air Force
Ottis Air Force Base
Massachusetts
Southeast Asia
Appanoose Fair Winners Listed
Appanoose County 4-H livestock members reported a record year with the most exhibits in livestock. Winners include Dairy Jersey Bever ly Mallett, Guernsey Linda Burns, Brown Swiss Don Bros har, Holstein Kevin Daniels, Showmanship Susan Dooley. Swine champions Pam Houser, Danny Haines, Mark Hefner. Sheep champions Bruce Clark, David Smith, Kenneth Lindley. Beef and cattle awards given to multiple 4-H and FFA members with grand and reserve grand champions noted. Total 4-H and FFA sales reached 29,684 with swine at 18, sheep 7y represented, steer average price 28.05 per cwt. Hy-Ver Food store bought a steer for 40 CWT from John Glenn of Plan y. Reserve grand champion bought by Paul Morris for 31.50 and Gary Lutg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Appanoose County
Dairy
Beverly Mallett
Guernsey
Linda Burns
Don Broshar
Norene Wolver
Kevin Daniels
Susan Dooley
Pam Houser
Hampshire
Danny Haines
Sara Beth West
Mark Hefner
Mark
Hefner
Ewe
Bruce Clark
Corrierale Ram
David Smith
Suffolk Ram
Corriedale Ram
Kenneth Lindley
Margueritte Martin
Steve Sulser
Angus
John Glenn
Russell Moore
Champioen Hereford
Gary Long
Hereford
Vonnie Baldwin
Angus Keifer
Dancy Yay
Angus Kei
Philip Oden
Hy-Ver Food
Ty John Glens
Plany
Giraud Champion
Paul Morris
Gary Lutg
Church and Sunday School Schedules Across Several Pastors
A digest of worship times and Sunday School sessions across multiple churches led by ministers such as Louis Schaffner L B Deedrick and Carl Tisue. Services include 9 30 a m Sunday School and communion camp meeting evening services prayer meetings and youth groups with varied start times across First Christian Evangelical United Brethren Iconium Grace Wesley and Moravia Methodist churches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Christian Church
Raw
Louis Schaffner
Lois Fowler
Ald
Birdie Ain
Evangelical United Brethren Church
L. B. Deedrick
Carl Tisue
Iconium Methodist Church
Ray
Edward McCord
Grace Methodist Church
Rev
T. ©. Hersey
Fairview
Lee Benz
Wesley Chapel
Ken Daniels
Moravia
Richard Tubaugh
Lakers Win in Little League Standings and Results
Lakers clinched the lead with two wins, 13-4 over the Colts and 7-6 against the Chargers. Colts beat the Astros 15-4 in Tuesday night action. Standings show Lakers 9, Colts 8, Chargers 7, Astros 1, 9. Sponsor list names players, managers, and sponsors for Lakers Astros Colts and Chargers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lakers
Colts
Johnson
Morrison
Chargers
van Dorin
Dean McDanel
Alan Paris
Allen
McCrory
Astros
J. Uhrenhaker
Cochran
Farm Service Co
Jean Easter Coich
Boyd Paxston
John Johnson
John ClayWorth
Robert VanDorin
David Jones
Jeff McDanel
Brett Walker
Tony Bardwell
Ernest Faris
Walter Paris
Dennis Condra
Bruce Wilcoxson
Neil Wilson
Robert Spencer
Rodney Woodward
Randy Coghlan
Virginia McDonough Appointed Iowa Rep for Knitters
Mrs Virginia McDonough was appointed state head of the Midwest Professional Knitters Assn at the Chicago convention and trade show in the week of July 17th. Mr and Mrs McDonough attended the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia McDonough
Iowa
Midwest Professional Knitters Assn
Chicago
McDonough
Local families gather for birthdays and visits in southeast Iowa
A weekend of family visits and birthday celebrations spans Lemar to Albia and Unionville. Names include John Murdy of Ft. Eustis and Murdy kin from Udell and Centerville. Visitors from Oskaloosa and Denver join gatherings at the Palmer and Rumans homes, with Linville and Albia relatives also participating in meals and events.
Moravia Saddle Club Plans Thursday Meeting and Supper
Regular Moravia Saddle Club meeting set for Thursday evening August 3. A cooperative supper at 6 674 pm. Members urged to come early to work on the arena.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saddle Club
Moravia
Arena
Wilson Family Reunion at Moravia Park Set for Aug 13
The annual Wilson reunion will be held at Moravia Park on August 13. Relatives are urged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Moravia Park
Floyd Hiner Elected Legion Commander 1967 68
The Basil Cowell Legion Post elected Floyd Hiner as commander for 1967 1968 along with Richard Proctor first vice commander Sylvan Van Dorin second vice commander Bob Stocker adjutant Max McDonough finance officer Zell Callen service officer Howard Smith Chaplain Lee Hiatt historian Roy Matherly sergeant at arms and two executive committee members Loren Thompson Larry Brooks Leonard Palmer and John Veach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Basil Cowell Legion
Floyd Hiner
Richard Proctor
Sylvan van Dorin
Bob Stocker
Max McDonough
Zell Callen
Howard Smith
Lee Hiatt
Roy Matherly
Loren Thompson
Larry Brooks
Leonard Palmer
John Veach
Bertha Stocker Rites Wednesday
Bertha Leota Stocker born April 26 1895 in Davis County Iowa died July 31 1967 at St Joseph hospital Ottumwa Iowa aged 72 years 3 months 3 days. She married Milton F Stocker December 13 1916 and had 14 children with 11 surviving. Funeral was at Turner Funeral Home August 2 1967 with Rev L B Deedrick officiating. Burial in Hillcrest Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertha Leota Stocker
Davis County
Towa
Francis
Samantha Leonard Simmons
St. Joseph Hospital
Ottumwa
Pleasant Valley Baptist Church
Milton F. Stocker
Milton
Carol
Cedar Rapids
Betty
Marion
Freda
Wisconsin
Mable
Colorado
Edna
Albia
Bonnie
Marjorie
Margaret
Moravia
Leo
Dwight
Verlin
Arthur
Bloomfield
Drakesville
Turner Funeral Home
Rev. L. B. Deedrick
Hillcrest Cemetery
Last Call for Gi Utility Bags for Vietnam Troops
The American National Red Cross asks for 100000 utility bags from North and South Dakota Nebraska and Iowa with similar calls across the country. Donors supply ten items per bag for Christmas. needed items include air mail paper, pocket games, paperback books, puzzles, and plastic soap boxes, with donations to Moravia Gambles Store by August 45.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American National Red Cross
North
South Dakota
Nebraska
Iowa
United States
Moravia Gambles
Family Visits and Hospital Stay Highlight Local Weekend
Mr and Mrs Paul Miller of Monroe visited sisters Mrs Mina Dowd and Mrs Ina Miller on Sunday evening. Mr and Mrs William Gardner spent Tuesday with the Dowd and Miller sisters. Mrs Nell Rousseau of Louilla stayed two days with her sister Mrs Odile Clark returning home Wednesday. Mrs James Wilson and Mrs Frank Wilson called on James Wilson who is a patient in Ottumwa hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Miller
Monroe
Mina Dowd
Ina Miller
William Gardner
Nell Rousseau
Louilla
Odile Clark
James Wilson
Frank Wilson
Ottumwa Hospital
VanDorin Reunion Date Set for August Six
A VanDorin Reunion is scheduled for Sunday August 6 at Moravia City Park. Organizers invite descendants and friends to gather for a community event with activities and refreshments.
Thank you note from Mrs. Lester Sawyer
Mrs. Lester Sawyer expresses gratitude to friends for visits cards flowers letters and gifts received during her hospital stay in Albia and after returning home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albia Hospital
Lester Sawyer
Ice Cream Social at Leonitin Methodist Church
Community notices an ice cream social to be held in the Leoniton Methodist Church basement on Friday evening August 4 at 6 o clock. Residents are invited to attend for a social gathering and refreshments in a local church venue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leonitinii MY
Leon- Him Methodist Church
Moravia Class of 37 Reunion Planned
Moravia alumni from the class of 37 will gather in Moravia Arkansas for a reunion on Sunday August 12. Members are urged to attend and participate in the event activities.
Taylor aid plan diverts Friday with Leta Pettibone
A local notice states that Taylor aid will micet for regular diverting on Friday August 4 with Leta Pettibone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ld Aid
Leta Pettibone
Moravia Students to Tour St Louis for Baseball Game
Moravia Community School Board and Sports Promoters will take four teams to St Louis on August 13 to watch the St Louis Cardinals play the New York Giants. All Little League and Babe Ruth players along with boys and girls high school teams are eligible. Managers and sponsors join as chaperones. Sack lunches and evening meals provided. Players pay for game tickets. other expenses covered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moravia Community School Board of Education
St. Louis
St. Louis Cardinals
New York Giants
Monroe Fair Opens Sunday With Broad Exhibits
Extension Service lists livestock entries for Monroe County Fair starting Sunday. Junior feeder cattle total 122 head across Charolais Hereford Shorthorn and Angus. beef heifers 8 with Angus Hereford Shorthorn. dairy cattle 23. horses 37. sheep 6 purebred 63 market. swine 10 purebred 91 market. dog 4. poultry 4. rabbits 9. Entries also in collection construction garden. Event begins at 7 30 p m Sunday with flag raising and vesper service, ends Thursday August 1. Jim Johnson notes higher entries than last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe County Fair
Jim Johnson
Milani Attends Lawyers Meet in Minneapolis
Attorney James G. Milani of Centerville Iowa joined top trial lawyers at the American Trial Lawyers Association 21st national convention in Minneapolis July 23 to 29. The teach-in framed law’s role in poverty, crime, highways, drugs and industrial safety as central to social progress. Milani attended workshops on various practice areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James G. Milani
Centerville
Iowa
American Trial Lawyers Association
Minneapolis
America
Milani
Babe Ruth Game Monday In Youth League Victory
No. 7 defeated No. 652 with Dicks and Hiatt on the mound for No. 7 and Bubby Self pitching for No. 6. The Monday night game showcased strong pitching and decisive early scoring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Babe Ruth
Dicks and Hiatt
Bubby Self
Local Adoption and Birth Announcements from Alpha and Moravia
Mr and Mrs Farrell H Jordan of Alpha announce the adoption of a baby girl named Barey Ann born July 28 weighing 7 lbs 5 oz. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Eugene Jordan of Alpha. Me and Mrs TiTon Hinds of Moravia are the proud parents of a daughter born July 27 at the Olumwa hospital named Margery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farrell H. Jordan
Alpha, U
Barey Ann
Eugene Jordan
Alpha. Me
Tiiton Hinds
Moravia
A Dageter
Olumwa Hospital
Margery Drobe
Meni McDanel
Ontire Nberly Walletis
Baru Ue Lounty Hospital
Albia
Brother Gede
Also Mentioned on This Page
Moravia F.F.A
David Black
Judy Kay Woodward
Frank Woodward
David Eugene Black
Jol Troutian
Highland Park Nagarene
Bethany
Okla
Albia Sales Co
Bill Woodward Jr
Mark Ubdenhake
Mike Tomlin
Lee Wailenhake
Lanny Tisue
Jim Cochran
David Rogers
Eddy Simpson
Jess Ublenhake
John Cleaver
Roy Tarbell
John Guthrey, Jr
Marty Stan
Jim Spencer
Edward Massman
Francis Peterson
Carl Marfini
Jack's Shug
Larry Pfannebecker
Timothy Purdum
William Hopkins
John Mctrory
Sam Hinds
Jay McDonough
Larry Hopkins
Robert Hinds
Greg Wilson
Gerald Brownley
Doug Moore
Stuart McDanes
Harold Rowley
Jeff Leon McDane
Tim Morrison
Walnut Grave Ca
Paul Wirt Cudeh
Duane
Brian Karr
Lemar
Leonard Palmers
Knoxville
John Murdy
Ft. Eustis
Wendell Murty
W. L. Pilmer
Miv
Mra
Bea Jeies
James Murdy
Lester Murdy
Udell
Marion Keeton
Tom
Janet
Palmer
W. V. Murdy
Miss Moore
Eva Hiatt
Oskaloosa
Allie Phillips
Bill Lockman
Rirls
John Rumans
Unionville
Rumans
Jerry Hayden
Ramona
Lineville
Tracey
Todd Pilannebecker
Helma Tisue
Anna Clark
DeWayne Robinson
Jane Manos
Steven
Cathy
Denver
Cole
Hate McCloud
John Ruinais
Judy
Vicky
Legion
Bertha Stocker
VanDorin
Monroe Fair
Dennis Underwood
Denis Underwood
Mrs
Ernest Underwood
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