Iowa Heritage and Progress in Scribbler Notes
Scribbler News surveys Moravia community life and Iowa pride, highlighting manufacturing growth from 1945 to 1954, key plants like Keefe Scheaffer pens Ft. Madison and Maytag in Newton, and landmarks such as Chief Wapallo’s grave near Agency. It urges preserving heritage while pursuing future progress.
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Iowa
Ft. Madison
Newton
Quaker Oats
Cedar Rapids
John Deere
Morrell
Case
Wishing
America
Grand Canyon
Glacier Park
Wapallo
Agency
Lineville
Art of Moravia
Albia
R.J.C
The Case Of Rhodesia A Stance On Independence And Fear
The article critiques the Federation of Rhodesia under Ian Smith as it faces import bans and export embargoes, arguing whites fear black majority rule and that independence on a one person one vote basis could topple their lifestyle. It expresses mixed sentiment, condemning dominance yet admitting some respect.
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Rhodesia
Federation of Rhodesia
Ian Smith
Debate on representation and race in state and federal legislatures
The speaker argues against allowing African Nationalism to dominate politics and urges weighing all facts before judgment about both state legislatures and Congress. The text questions whether a Black majority would be preferable and invites reflection on population realities.
Boys Chorus Practice and Friday Mixed Chorus Event
The article notes Monday and Wednesday seventh period vocal music led by Mrs. Barber with songs like Let Me Call You Sweetheart and Jamaica Farewell. It mentions a December 3 program with selections such as Hap Wanderer and Moon River and describes Friday afternoon mixed chorus singing Your Land and My Land and Catch a Falling Star. Derrill McDanel.
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Your Land
Green Cathedral
Derrill McDanel
What Are You Afraid Of Senior Hopefuls Share Fears
A compilation of student fears and Christmas anxieties. Entries name individual pupils and teachers such as Marsha Day and Judy Janssens. Fears include coming down from a stage, shadows, bigger classmates, being touched unexpectedly, and getting grounded.
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Marsha Day
Judy Janssens
Jane
Estrack
Fey
Hope Kelley
Karl Calhoun
Fe Pud Beal
Carla Miller
Candy Morrison
Kaye Helmick
Shirley Helmick
Nancy Leffler
Penny Prough
Easter
Bunny
Sondra Scott
Francine Brozovich
Santa
Shorthand facts and a Woodrow Wilson reminder
The passage discusses shorthand strength and usefulness. It notes that Woodrow Wilson allegedly drafted state papers in shorthand and mentions Samuel Pepys writing his diary in shorthand, highlighting memorable facts about shorthand history.
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Woodrow Wilson
Samuel Pepys
Woodr
Ow Wilson
World History Week and Shorthand Class Notes
World History Week covers British Isles institutions and their global influence, tracing origins to present form, including Britain’s naval rise and empire. A Week with Shorthand describes a small class enduring dictation, Wednesday letters, and Friday progressive dictation, aiming for 90 to 110 WAM by semester's end.
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British Isles
Moravia Basketball Spirit Praised by Teachers and Fans
A Moravia School superintendent recalled a compliment from a county teachers’ meeting about Moravia basketball teams and fans. He noted clean play, good sportsmanship, tasteful cheers, and no booing. The pep band also played the visiting team’s song before each game.
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Moravia
Wams
Calendar of events for Blakesburg-Fresh and district
December 13 Blakesburg Freshmen and Sophomore boys at 1 30. December 15 Jr High choir at M E Church 1 30 FTA 4th period room 102 Elementary Christmas Program practice 9 00 to 11 00 am December 16 Adult Ag Class 7 30 pm December 17 Science Club 6th period room 107 Elementary Christmas Program 0 pm
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Blakesburg
Jr. High
M.E. Church
Science Club
American History Class Plans Civil War Review List
The class finishes Civil War study and creates lists of battles with winners and generals. They compile Lincoln cabinet members and discuss motives behind potential assassination plots. Upcoming focus shifts to the Reconstruction era.
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Lincoln
Marine Recruiter Explains Vietnam War to Class
Sergeant Helmick spoke to a government class last Wednesday about why Americans fight in Vietnam. He described the differ ences between North Vietnamese and the Viet Cong, and noted that women and children participate in the conflict. He said soldiers must not fire unless fired upon and that enemies often wear no standard uniforms, plus primitive weapons complicate combat. He offered cautious predictions and urged pride in the service.
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Helmick
Viet Nam
Algebra II Notes on Linear Equations and Systems
In Algebra II we study linear equations and systems. A linear equation is first degree. A page example shows x squared plus y squared equals six is not linear. We learn to solve two or more unknowns and work on digit and investment problems.
MHS seniors to view yearbook photos at Sybenga Studio
The seniors of MHS have received word that their pictures are ready for pickup at Sybenga Studio in Oskaloosa. They express anticipation to see the results as the seniors prepare for their presentation.
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MHS
Sybenga
Oskaloosa
Max Argo
Bruce Woodward
Green Hornet
Rivers
Christmas Program Precedes Vacation at High School
Students anticipate the Christmas program on Wednesday December 22 in the High School Auditorium followed by goodies. The 22nd marks the last day of school before vacation with return set for Monday January 3, 1966. Moravia Corydon game recap noted.
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Moravia
Corydon
Coltrain
Bade
Nowhumorous
Name Changes in Local Notices Spark Paper Debate
A stream of altered names appears in a dated local notice, listing changes such as Fonda Gladfelder for Fonda Lad felder and Chuck Moore for Chuck Less, with various others like Marjorie French as Marjorie Spanish and Kathy Townsend as Kathy Coun trysend. The document records miscellaneous identity shifts amid community announcements.
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Fonda Gladfelder
Fonda Ladfelder
Chuck Moore
Chuck Less
Marjorie French
Marjorie Spanish
Pat Judge
Pat Sawyer
Gary Argo
Gary Arstop
Reta Paxton
Reta Winston
John Downard
John Upward
Linda Johnson
Linda John
Mike Grinstead
Mike Frown Istead
Naomi Tadlock
Naomi Tatley
Letha Hopkins
Letha
Kathy Townsend
Kathy Countrysend
I Haney Crabtree
Nancy Crabbush
Miss Barrows
Miss Loans
Santa’s Sleigh Delivers Fashion for All Ages
Santa’s sleigh will carry a range of vivid velour pullovers and fast-moving cotton tops in zingy colors and swinging styles. Boys receive western shirts in corduroy or velvety cotton suede with a rugged look and rawhide V-neck openings.
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Santa Santa
Santa
Christmas fashions and gifts from MHS students
Mary Kay describes girls writing to Santa for lace-neck pull over sweaters with crochet trim tassel ties and earrings with a pierced look. Go-Go boots with knee length and warm pile lining are noted as dramatic holiday items.
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Santa
Sant
MHS
Mary Kay
Grade School News Highlights Fifth Graders
The fifth grade classes in Mrs. Roses and Mr. Fosters rooms show progress in arithmetic fractions social studies United States history and health. 47 students are in both rooms and Christmas bulletin boards brighten the area.
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Mrs. Rose
Mr. Foster
Iowa
America
Sth
Janice Ballanger
Sandra Brownlee
John Clayworth
Virginia Cortesio
Pamela Gladfelder
Danny Greene
William Hopkins
Lyla Kehrberg
Pamela Lockman
Russell Stewart
Janiece Tubaugh
Kim Wilson
Stanley Wright
Mark Zintz
Jeni Caster
Patricia Lockman
Patrick Main
Wanda McFarland
Carla Merkcle
Tim Morrison
Debra Mullins
Hubert Pickett
Notable local names listed in community notice
A long roster of residents including Mike Bridgeman Dana Burkland Jimmy Cochran Joe Cridiebaugh John Johnson Janice Coltrain Fonda Dicks Doyle Ewing Lee Hiatt Diana Kelley Marie Long Sally Martin John McCrory Russell Moore Timothy Purdum Pam Robinson Judy Stocker Sharon Thomas Carol Wilson and Bobby Van Dorin appear in a community notice listing participants or members. The page provides no additional context on roles or actions beyond the names.
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Mike Bridgeman
Dana Burkland
Jimmy Cochran
Joe Cridiebaugh
John Johnson
Janice Coltrain
Fonda Dicks
Doyle Ewing
Lee Hiatt
Diana Kelley
Marie Long
Sally Martin
John McCrory
Russell Moore
Timothy Purdum
Pam Robinson
Judy Stocker
Sharon Thomas
Carol Wilson
Bobby van Dorin
Brushy area visits and weekend gatherings across Des Moines region
Families including Aric Pice, Wayne McKnight, Cynthia and Joseph, and Rob ert Atwell joined relatives at parental homes in Des Moines and Booneville. Social visits occurred at Sulser, Atwell, Lemley, Wray, and Tharp households as out of town kin and local friends spent the weekend together.
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Wayne McKnight
Cynthia
Joseph
Des Moines
Robert Atwell
Booneville, Mo
Sven Atwell
Vro
Earl Fenton
Roy Sulser
Robert Scott
Shirley Wey
Sulser
Kathy
Leanne Lemley
Ft. Dodge
Athel Lemley
Iven Atwell
Mary Stout
Ivan Wray
Harry Wray
Burdette Tharp
Gail Hamilton
Bryan
Brenda
Emmons Atwell
Arlo Fenton
James Reynolds
Union Subscription as a Christmas Gift
A subscription to the Union is touted as an excellent Christmas gift, offering steady reading and ongoing access to local news and features for the recipient through the new year.
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The
Union
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