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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1926
Page
4
Moravia edged Albia 18 to 16 in a tightly contested high school gym battle. Moravia overcame early fouls as Coach Balter rotated bench players to fuel a second half surge and a crowd that set a record attendance for the night.
The Church of Christ held Sunday School at 10 am and Corprounion at 11 am. Aid was Wednesday afternoon at Mrs. Bivin's. The Baxsar and supper drew good attendance despite the roads, and organizers thank all helpers for the proceeds. An expert says high heels enlarge women feet but not their appearance.
The 10th Annual Lynch Declamatory Contest sponsored by Dr G D Lynch will be held at the High School Gymnasium on Thursday evening this week. The program features experienced speakers and new pieces expected to provide a worthwhile, entertaining evening for Moravia residents.
The Farm Bureau will hold a meeting at the Miller schoolhouse next Monday evening December 20. The Iowa State College at Ames will send a speaker to discuss the White Grub Control problem.
The Rebekah lodge calls members to meet at the O C F Hall next Monday December 20 for an all day quilting session. Quilts should be sent to LO C F Hottie at Mason City. Bring sandwiches and a covered dish. Please remember this gathering and attend.
J F Tuttle of Eagleton Montana renews his Moravia Union subscription dated December 10 1920. He sends 150 for a year’s paper and wishes friends a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
The notice hints at a large volume of mail with flawed addresses, suggesting about a million and a half such cards were received. It cautions readers to be careful this year to avoid misdirected mail and lost correspondence.
In 1902 there were 999,448 Civil War pensioners. The current count sits at 499,822 and the remaining veterans are nearing their last discussion period as ages advance.
The Moravia Union editor praises weekly country correspondence from the Moravia area. Reports highlight alert local news gathering and spicy letters. A brief note mentions D Main sending Oklahoma Pecan nuts from Geo Main, described as fine and timely.
The Moravia United Brethren church, organized August 28, 1895 by Rev. F. E. Brooke, moved from an aging structure to a new brick church on a 40x60 footprint. The project, led by Ota O. Hobson and a building committee, featured a 60x40 main hall, upgraded basement, oak woodwork, art glass windows, and a $16,189.29 final cost aided by local labor and a $5,000 loan from a Centerville donor.
Moravia notes describe the Ladies Auxiliary at Mrs. Bishop home hosting an all day lunch, a same day Friday meeting at Mrs. J W Wright, and a dinner price of 25 cents. The Ladies Aid meets Wednesdays at Mrs. Hiatt’s on Wabash Avenue west of Milwaukee tracks. Dedication of United Brethren church praised with a large basement and seating for 400. Next Sunday worship at Wayne at 9:30 p m and Moravia Sunday School at 10 a m in the Crystal Theatre and Odd Fellows hall.
The Church of the United Brethren in Christ outlines a prayer meeting Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. A choir rehearsal for Christmas is set for Wednesday at 1:36 p.m. Pancake supper follows Saturday at 5:30 p.m. A period of study and worship includes Sunday 10-32 and Christian Endeavor at 6:30 p.m. Evening worship runs 7:80 p.m.
A Moravia Union subscription is praised as a year long reminder of Christmas goodwill. The ad touts constant news coverage for the household and urges readers to mail orders this week so the office can handle the rest.
Mr and Mrs Allen Mason and family were Sunday evening dinner guests at the Clarence Williams home in Albi.
The Pro treasive Club sponsors a Community Christmas Tree to be placed in the park band stand and decorated with electric lights. Christmas services at the tree are set for Thursday night December 23 at 7 o'clock with carol singers and other features. The public is invited to attend and help spread Christmas cheer.
Announcement of a local high school debate next Tuesday marks a growing program in declamatory work. Last year saw the first participation with a successful team. this year will feature both negative and affirmative sides with expectations of strong performances. Sunday guests at J W Halden home included Mr and Mrs B F Halden and daughter Maudette of Albia.
At 11 am and 7 20 pm Crystal Theatre showings with Epworth League at 6 39 pm. After devotionals the study of Mohammedanism will be resumed.
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