25 Aug 1977
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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1977
Page
1
A collage of jokes and quips on family life, dieting, movies, sports, and TV, including a child’s puppy contest entry, the woes of shopping, and playful reflections on aging and happiness. Notable lines touch on school time, dieting, golf, and a 11 themed humor motif.
A family displays a Banana Muskmelon, grown from seeds replanted for four years, with the fruit measuring 19 inches and weighing 11 pounds 3 ounces. The type is uncertain, but matches pictures of Banana Muskmelon. Seeds will be saved for next year’s garden. In a separate note, James R. Newman urged fuel oil distributors and industrial users to use summer fill programs to guard against a severe winter.
Forecast period August 23 to September 2 outlines daily guidance for Aries Taurus Gemini Moonchild Leo Virgo Libra Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius Pisces. It notes cooperation, health, finances, social life, and personal release with Pisces and Virgo focus on contracts and partnerships.
The Missionary Society and World Missionary Society met at Nazarene Church with Mrs Hockett as new president leading service. Bob Hiatt directed singing, reported the treasury, and Patty Self gave the secretary’s report. Rev Hockett announced, Frank Woodward gave devotions, and prayers were led by Rev Gear Phillips of Des Moines. Alice Woodward read an article from World Missions Magazine “In the Job Done?” Larry Smith presented the India lesson on culture and government. Jimeid Klampe collected offerings. meeting closed in prayer.
Farmers are urged to order a Chicago Drying System for 1977 harvest. Installations are scheduled for summer and fall to ensure reliable equipment and top value, aiding a profitable crop.
A reader recalls mistaking a one way street near Moravia and Morayla while heading to a high school. The letter argues for local industry investment, warns of easy departures, and emphasizes community cooperation to attract business and improve tax base. It also notes a recent accident and urges teachers to assist at scenes and report details to law enforcement.
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