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Moravia Union

Location

Moravia, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1954

Page

4

For Sale And Notices From Local Listings

FOR SALE About 5 acres with modern home C C Coulson FOR SALE W C Bivin home and the late O G Davis property to settle the Bivin estate Contact Chet Sanders Exc 31ta NEW CONGOLEUM RUGS Armstrong brand 9x12 one 12x15 at SWAIMS FREE Fill dirt come and get it Henry Lurber 302 JUST A FEW STRAW HATS left Get them at reduced prices SWAINS MARKWELL STAPLERS the very most dependable in stock at the Moravia Union office

W. C. Bivin O. G. Davis Bivin Chet Sanders Congoleum Armstrong Swaim’s Henry Lurber Swain’s Markwell Staplers Moravia Union

Insect pests hit Iowa evergreen trees

Evergreen trees in Iowa are being attacked by two insects, the pine leaf scale and the red spider, per Harold Gunderson, extension entomologist at Iowa State College. The pine leaf scale appears as small white scales on needles, waxy shells housing the insect as it sucks juice. the red spider is tiny, dust-like and may be reddish, yellowish or greenish, with webs visible in heavy infestations.

Iowa Harold Gunderson Iowa State College

Local visits mark a string of regional social calls

Mrs Marian Goemaat and daughters visited aunt Mrs E G Hawk in Oskaloosa on Monday afternoon. Several relatives from Iowa, Illinois, Florida and Colorado called on or dined with Moravia area families. The Rountrees and Boyers traveled through Canada and expected to reach San Angelo Texas after medical and osteopathic conventions.

Marian Goemaat Shirley Sharon Connie Oskaloosa E. G. Hawk Don Hinote Russell Hinckley Ill Roger, Espy Kelly Phillips Centerville Charles Coffin Orlando Sears Louise Busch Marilyn Wiggins Colo Albert Veach Smith Tharp Key West Fla Wilhelm Blumenstock Garberville Calif John Wood Albia Ernest West Darlene Thelma Bonell Gene Main Helma Tisuer M. P. Main Erec Main Ottumwa Hospital Frank Hiatt Harold Hoffman Boyd Runnells Boyd Burlington Evie Runnells Floyd Wiley Rountree l Sharon Sue Canada Ontario San Angelo Texas Barry Randy Linda Fanchen Winsler Winsler Clifford Boyer Reedley Mr. Boyer Eugene Boyer Rountree

Insecticide Plan to Save Evergreen Trees

Gunderson says red spider and spruce pests threaten pines and spruces and may attack other trees. Malathion spraying of evergreen trees is advised, mixing 1 pint of 50 percent malathion in 50 gallons of water and applying thorough coverage.

Gunderson

Obituary of Mark L. Bryant Udell Iowa 1872 1954

Mark L. Bryant age 82 of Udell Iowa died July 29 1954 at 2 30 p m after a lingering illness He was born near Beards town Illinois April 3 1872 and later moved to Appanoose county He married Martha E Whisler February 17 1901 and they had three children Survived by wife Martha daughter Elsie Spring Plano Illinois son Loral Bryant Udell and granddaughter Alice Joy Bryant Preceded by parents sister and two brothers Tom and Edd infant daughter and many relatives Burial in View cemetery with Rev Richard Bentzinger officiating Pallbearers were Ora Powell L C Bennet Hallie Doggett Lloyd Whisler Carl Phillips and Frank Bennett

Mark L. Bryant Udell Iowa Henry and Mary Bryant Beardstown Appanoose County Martha E. Whisler Martha Elsie Spring Plano Loral Bryant Alice Joy Bryant Tom Edd Fairview Cemetery Richard Bentzinger Ora Powell L. C. Bennet Hallie Doggett Lloyd Whisler Carl Phillips Frank Bennett

Board of Thanks for Kindness After Bereavement

We thank friends neighbors relatives for kindnesses shown during our recent bereavement and for the lovely floral tributes. Mrs Mark Bryant and children.

Mark Bryant

Don’t Use Tractors For Pleasure Riding Warns Expert

Norval Wardle, Town State College extension safety specialist, warns against using tractors for joy rides or farm errands. He notes 21 of 64 tractor accidents this year were fatal, with five involving children under 15. Wardle urges only experienced operators and careful training for youths to prevent fatalities.

Norval Wardle Town State College Extension Wardle

U. S. Savings Bonds urged for farm equipment fund

Farmers are urged to invest in Series E U S Savings Bonds to fund equipment replacement. The advisory highlights bonds as a prudent, long term saving vehicle for preparing for future equipment needs and replacements.

U. S

Boyer Family Picnic Held July 25 1954 Centerville

The E. H. Boyer family held its 15th annual picnic in Centerville park on July 25, 1954, with 76 people attending a cooperative dinner at 1 p.m. A program followed including scripture, prayers, multiple songs, recitations, and an election of officers. Notable attendees listed include Gertie Boyer, Larry Boyer, Karen Burns, Jessi/Rebecca Dye, and others from nearby families.

E. H. Boyer Centerville Park Caleb Ball Karen Rebbeca Janet Carol Main Judy Donovan Dixie Broshar Ronnie Beth Boyer Linda Burns Larry Boyer Karen Burns Chas Quick Kenneth Gladfelder Olin Foster Russell Burns Gertie Boyer Bissie Sylvia Vera Essie Basha Foster Alle Boyer Russel Burns John L. Hiner Oakdale Essie Purvis Florene Mia William Donovan Judy Mike Pat Mes Robert Foster Twyla Foster K. V. Gladfelder Judy Kay Theodore Broshar Carol Larry Main Chicago Ill

Tractor Safety Advice From Wardle

Wardle warns of a fatal tractor incident where children played on a tractor, started it, and ran over a playmate. He stresses only one rider at a time, especially when equipment is on the back, noting tractors are not built for multiple passengers.

Wardle

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Tuttle Turner & Son C. C. Coulson Dowd Bros Moravia John A. Wilson Frank Rogers Rock Road Chet Broshar Lic Swaim's Swaim Allen Wilkin Kraft Dirner Borden’s — — Free Ring Sherbert Hunt’s Catsup Gerber's Baby Food Nadine & George U.S Siicintataran Chet Broshar Boyer Post Toasties Carnation Milk Jack Sprat Midway Spencer Grocery Iowa Cleaners THE Sr Fir Pacewey Davenport CRAM Permanix America Cory
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