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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1939
Page
10
A fragmented Christmas era letter recounts thanks to friends and neighbors, noting a Christmas-time appeal to remember many individuals. The writer mentions a serious health event and a strained phone line while recounting visits from G B Johns and others in Mt Ayr area amid community life and old acquaintances.
Moravia post office will open from 7 30 a m to 8 80 a m Sunday Dec 24 and 10 p m to 3 p m Monday Dec 25 to ensure Christmas gifts and WPA checks arrive on time Postmaster J D Minnes cites the special seasonal hours.
The United Brethren church choir presented Christmas portions from Handel's Messiah during the 11 o'clock service led by Ray Piercee. Solo parts were performed by Mrs Warren DuVall, Phyllis Zike, Deloria Main, Ray Pierce, and Tom Zike in English period style.
Mr and Mrs HH N Utterback were called to Ottumwa last week by the illness and death of his brother Ray Utterback. Mrs Burdete Utterback of Moulton cared for the farm during their absence.
A. C. Cherry of Cedar Rapids, Past Grand Master of Odd Fellows, Iowa, visited the Moravia lodge Friday evening. A splendid meeting in the interest of Odd Fellowship is reported. Plans have been made for Mr Cherry to return after the first of the year to assist the local lodge in a program of advancement.
A. W. Scott longtime Appanoose county resident died at St. Joseph hospital Centerville at 1:80 O clock Monday. He would have been 70 next February 12. Born west of Walnut City he was son of A R Scott former Mystic Sentinel publisher. Survived by wife, two daughters Edna Nash near Moravia and Zola of New York, and son John W of Mystic. Funeral at Walnut City 1:30 Wednesday, burial Shaffer cemetery. services by Rev. Geo Swan Jr.
A Batavia Methodist church burned to the ground Sunday morning. Rev. J. W. Zerhbe, former rector of the Tonni circuit, is reportedly affected by the destruction. Local residents express concern over the loss and its impact on the community.
Moravia overflows with Christmas cheer as the business district features the most extensive decorations in years. A lighted park tree, wreaths, and colored lights stretch from the bank corner to the park, with more adornments at the Community Building and homes. The Community Club led the effort, creating a festive downtown and bright house displays for the season.
The 20th Century Club met Tuesday afternoon with Mrs F A Reid and enjoyed a Christmas themed program. Mrs Rose Tuttle Pember of California sent a paper on the Christmas Spirit. Marjory Coulson read a Christmas poem. Wilbur Harris and Grace Luse invited high school clarinet quartet Ruby Johnson Carol Jolly Arlene Easter and Edward Brown performed Christmas carols. The club donated 5 to the Soldiers Orphans Home at Davenport and 5 to the Finnish Relief Fund.
The Methodist church will host a Sunday evening program at 7. The children's department will perform a sequence of carols, prayers, poetry, and the Christmas Story from Matthew and Luke, followed by a play The Christmas Window featuring cast members Jos, Doyla Hampton, Mary, Joseph, and others.
Mr and Mrs William Gardner extend thanks to all who visited the formal opening in Moravia and helped make the day a successful delightful occasion.
Kirksville residents Miss Jacqueline Winsler and Emil McNeely, secretary and president of the Student Council at Northeast Missouri State Teachers College, will attend the fifteenth annual National Student Federation of America meeting in Minneapolis from December 27 to December 31.
Rathbun high school travels to our area for two basketball games with Moravia teams. It will be the last games before the holiday vacation.
The Moravia school water supply received official approval this week from District No 2 sanitary engineer Mr Ivhey. The school conducts periodic water tests and Moravia has continuously provided approved water for students, a status shared by few local schools.
Moravia traveled to Unionville December 12 and lost both games. Unionville second team won 20 to 14 in the opener, while Unionville first team defeated Moravia 34 to 10. Unionville led early, expanding the margin through the first half, and sealed the nightcap with a strong third period for a 36 to 10 victory.
The Gard ner Hatchery opened in a new uptown Moravia location last Saturday drawing more than 400 visitors. Winners in the know your chickens contest were Mrs. John Van Zante first Mrs. Fred Rhimer second and Mrs. Harley Tisue third for correctly naming 26 26 and 24 of 80 chicken breeds.
Several churches in town will observe Christmas with programs, Christmas trees, and a visitation by Santa Claus. Most events are planned for Sunday. see church news for definite announcements.
The local Masonic lodge plans to confer two first degrees this Saturday evening. All Masons are urged to attend and assist with the work.
Mr and Mrs George Mulle, both aged 46, are noted in an item from a local column. The message mentions a place or event labeled le Oe and records a social or family notice.
Thirty one church choir members and friends met at ee Beee United Brethren Church on Monday to honor director Ray Pierce and pianist Mrs. Charles Coffin with an oyster supper and a short program. Genevieve Wheeler read a friendship poem and gifts were presented. The group credited their efforts with the Messiah performance at the church Sunday morning.
Josephine McDonald daughter of Mr and Mrs Clyde McDonald near Moravia is a freshman on the honor roll of the Iowa State Teachers College according to a college bulletin.
Moravia post office reports a surge in Christmas mailing on Monday with record stamp sales by Postmaster Minnes. About 13 dollars more than the past five-year high and 1,000 greeting card stamps sold. staff managed busy packages and mail sacks were briefly in short supply.
An independent basketball team formed in Moravia has played two away games with two losses. Results: 20-14 at Blakesburg and 26-14 at Cincinnati. Players listed include Dotson Burton Wilcox McNabb Gardner McDonough Firkina R Woodward Blackman G Hellyer. No formal practice sessions were held prior to the games.
The second lesson on Parenthood was held Monday afternoon at the Community Building with a large attendance. Misa Alma Hartz of Des Moines was to lead but the session with visiting nurses was postponed to January 8. Miss Margaret Maxwell of Centerville conducted the lesson. Several mothers used the patterns provided. Reverend and Mrs A M Smith were in Moulton Sunday where Rev Smith preached at the Methodist church. they were honored at a cooperative dinner in the church basement that Sunday. Mr and Mrs Paul Swaim returned Monday to Webb after visits with relatives in Moulton and Ottumwa.
Newby, representing Raya in the Sub-Division Newby event, placed first at the sub clamatory meet held Wednesday evening. He earned a superior rating to advance to the state series as the lone superior oratorical contestant. Last year contestants were rated third. this year Newby and others achieved superior, good, or superior titles.
Congressman K. M Corydon was the guest for the regular monthly meeting of the Community Club. The event, hosted by the Ladies Aid, featured nonpartisan remarks about Washington D. C. topics. Members and visiting ladies attended the address together.
A California ship fitter identified as Roy Kenton visited the crew of the U S carrier last Friday. Kenton is described as engaged in welding and related shipyard work during his stay aboard the ship.
Church and school morning and evening services listed with times. Congregations urged to breathe the Christmas spirit and worship reverently, with plans for Saturday school and gifts reflecting the season.
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