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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1976
Page
3
Graduates from the class of 1966 marked a ten year reunion on August 14 15. Eighteen graduates and spouses totaling 29 gathered at the C A Ranch for a buffet supper and dancing while Sunday featured a picnic lunch at Moravia Park. Organizers and attendees were thanked for making the events possible.
Senior Citizen's Meals will begin August 30 after a two month hiatus. Kathryn Sharp returns as cook and volunteers note anticipation for her meals. The group seeks bingo prize white elephants, a general sale with rummage and baked goods on October 1 and 2 in the Community Building basement. Donations are welcomed as the council emphasizes independent operation. Council members listed.
The annual Argo reunion gathered 17 attendees at Honey Creek State Park Sunday. Francis Argo presided as president, Ernestine Argo led minutes, and all officers were reappointed. Participants included Simi and Glennie Dicks, Russell, Clara, Dick, Theresa and Brad Brown, Betty Jean and Dan Dunham, Hazel and Mary Lou Rhinehart, Francis and Tleta Argo, granddaughters Brenda and Stacy Grupp, and Roy and Ernestine Argo. Next year’s reunion will again be at the same park on the third Sunday in July, continuing a 60 year tradition.
The Moravia Jaycees met at the John Moore home on August 12. Dues were set for August 20 and collected by new officers. They voted to enter a float in the Fall Festival parade on September 13.
Moravian Community School announced its policy for reduced price lunches and free lunches and free milk under the National School Lunch and Special Milk Programs. Criteria for eligibility include income levels, unusual expenses, and foster children. Applications are distributed to homes and available at principals’ offices with confidentiality stated.
Moravia 76ers dropped two games, 11-4 to Centerville Storms on Sunday and 16-1 to the A’s on Tuesday. Ron Van Zante allowed six hits in the opener with seven errors behind him. Jody McDanel, Bob Farber and Tod Harp had two hits each in the nightcap as Moravia totaled ten. The 76ers sit at 20-8 and schedule Numa, ISU, A’s, and Cincy games through August 29 at 8 p.m.
The policy outlines eligibility for reduced price lunches and free meals for foster children living with families. Principals review applications, and parents may appeal to William W. Nielsen in Moravia Iowa for a hearing. Changes in family size or unemployment may trigger new eligibility and a refiled application.
Miss Janice Grinstead and Mr Jerry Mefford were married August 7 1976 at Blakesburg Christian Church with Donald Plum officiating. The ceremony featured blue and yellow daisies and gladioli. The bride wore a dotted Swiss gown with lace trim and a flowered veil. Attendants wore blue and yellow dresses, bouquets matched theme. Guests numbered 125 from Iowa Wisconsin Indiana Missouri and Oklahoma. The couple will live in Ottumwa after a trip to Kansas City.
Suzanne Moore daughter of Mr and Mrs Bill Moore will model at the Iowa State Fair on Saturday August 21 at 10:00 and 2:00. She participates in the Make It Yourself With Weal style show and placed second in the district Wool Show last November in the Jr division.
Moravia United Methodist Parish lists services at Salem and Grace with a 6:30 a.m. men’s breakfast, 7:00 p.m. Bible study, and a guest speaker Mr. Bon Ridenour. Pastors Bob and Jo Hoover, and Dean Tomlin listed. Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. worship at Grace and Salem.
Chareh of the Nazarene D R Uhies Patior hosts Sunday August 22 with 10 00 am Sunday School Bible Study Hour for all ages. Morning service at 1 00 pm with guest speaker. Evening choir practice at 6 00 pm and fellowship at 6 45 pm led by Nancy Klampe president Norma Martin junior director Patti Self teen director Evangelistic Service Wednesday August 25 7 30 pm Prayer Meeting Power Hour Thursday August 26 12 00 noon Prayer and Fasting Service 6 30 pm Fellowship of the Concerned Community Calling. Centrally air conditioned for comfort call 724-3649.
Rev L B Deedrick leads Iconium United Methodist Church in a special eighth revival Sunday with Scene-O-Felt pictures. Services include 10:30 am Sunday School at 7 pm Adult Bible Class Youth Fellowship and Children's Service. UMW meets Thursday August 26 at 1:30 pm with inspirational quote from scripture.
The Nazarene World Missionary Society held its first meeting of the church year on Wednesday August 11 with Frank Woodward leading songs and Larry Smith giving devotions. Norma Martin presented prayer requests as Alice Woodward and Butch Martin led in prayer. Patty Self recorded minutes while Bob Hiatt reported the treasurer’s status. Members heard a World Mission report from Martyn Robinson and Rosé Mary Smith offered a Spanish hymn preview of the Central America study book. Opal Longley closed with prayer.
All FHA girls bound for State Fair must assemble August 20 at 5 30 AM at the High School. Those not yet signed up should contact Mrs Fisk. Bring a sack lunch.
Bess Everman expresses gratitude to everyone who sent cards and offered nice wishes during her hospital stay and after returning home, saying all were greatly appreciated.
The Moravia Raritan men host a steak fry at Moravia Park at 7 p.m. On the program will be Kenneth Owen of the Rathbun Rural Water Assn. He will explain progress on the four county rural water system.
The Moravia Garden club will meet Wednesday August 25 at 9 30 am at the home of Mrs Ron Repp.
Mr and Mrs L E Jordan of Polo Missouri announce the engagement of their daughter Debra Lynn to Ronnie Fleming son of Mr and Mrs John D Fleming of Polo Missouri The wedding is set for October 16 at 2 00 pm at Prairie Ridge Christian Union Church with a reception to follow Debra is granddaughter of Carson Jordan of Centerville and Mr and Mrs Ivan Harsh of Moravia
The Basil Cowell Unit of American Legion Auxiliary held its regular meeting August 16 at the Post Home with 20 members present. Installations were held for Secretary Margaret Brooks Treasurer Mary McClurg and Sgt at Arms Elouise Gardner by Bette Van Dorin. Other officers installed in July include Wanda Murdy Garnet Brain Louemma Palmer Judy Cox and Aleafa Hiatt. The group sent a birthday card and gift to Gertrude Johnson and a sympathy card to Margaret Brooks. An amendment to the By-Laws was recommended making the Treasurer chairman of the Ways and Means Committee. Dues remain $3.50 with the difference covered by other means. Department convention reports were given and refreshments served. Traveling Bingo was enjoyed.
Local residents report Mr. and Mrs. Carl Tisue and Alan visiting Rock Island with Dr. and Mrs. Larry Tadlock and others, while Alan stayed with Gary Tisue at Tabar. John Main camped at the Balloon Races in Indianola with his trailer, with Mrs. Maio noting 78 balloons aloft at once.
A note from Leo Hoffman expresses gratitude to friends and relatives for cards letters flowers gifts visits and calls while a patient at Davis County hospital. He says he was much appreciated and signs the message warmly.
The Moravia 1961 class reunion is scheduled for Sunday September 5 at Moravia Park. Alumni and former teachers are invited to visit the group in the afternoon with a picnic dinner planned for 1 00 p.m. If rain to occur the meeting place will shift to Moravia Elementary School lunch room.
The Clover Leaf 4-H Club with five active members entered 35 items at Appanoose County fair, winning blue ribbons for 31 entries. Julie Moore Shelly Beaty and Suzanne Moore dominated, with Suzanne entering eight categories and aiming for a five-piece blue garbardine ensemble for State Fair. Each member entered the dress revue and cattle division. Lori Phillips was named top intermediate entry.
Lorraine Walker Yates earned a masters degree at the University in Iowa City and accepted a position in Weldon Colorado.
Girls' softball practice will be held Thursday Aug 19 at 5 00 pm. This first fall session invites team to enter the Invitational Tourney at Norwalk on Aug 25 26 27 and 28.
Moravia Boy Scouts Troop 40 fielded at Lake Wapello Camp July 18 to 24. Merit badge earners included Dave Spencer, Richard Wilson, and Jesse Ballanger with Tenderfoot Progress Award. Andrew Burkland staffed three weeks, aiding Nature, Environmental Science, Astronomy, Basketry and Pioneering. September meeting at American Legion 7:00 p.m. urged. new members invited.
Mr and Mrs E Wayne Hinote of Unionville will be honored at an open house from 2 to 4 pm Sunday August 22 at Unionville Methodist church for their 40th wedding anniversary. E Wayne Hinote and Letha Carter were married in Monmouth Illinois on August 23 1936. Hosts are their children and families Neil and Barbara Curtis Des Moines and Jerry Hinote Unionville.
High School football practice starts Friday August 20 at 8 00 a m at the high school with players to report for morning sessions under coach supervision.
The 66th Wilson Reunion gathered 125 attendees at Moravia Park on Sunday August 15. Delmar Dowd presided while officials read minutes and a treasurer report. relatives from Liberal Kansas attended for the first time. Prizes, births, and marriages were announced and a grave stone restoration led by Dick Johnson was planned. Ice cream ended the day as many Moravia and surrounding area Wilsons joined relatives from Des Moines Centerville Ogden and more.
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