20 Dec 1945
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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1945
Page
1
State figures show two thirds of counties above bond quotas with Appanoose at 97.98 percent on Dec 15 and Monroe exceeding the goal at 116,320 percent, indicating strong early momentum in the Victory Bond drive.
Observations describe Virgil Johnson with two chickens riding a bumper to town to fetch daughter Beatrice at Veach Drug Store. Christmas decorations brighten Moravia windows with Gardner & Son lights and Turner & Son Santa window. A ringside seat at a thrill show and a Centerville rear-view moment conclude the fragment.
A car skidded across the highway shoulder and overturned at the embankment foot. Four men escaped with no injuries after breaking a window. The driver blamed slick ice while a passenger blamed excessive speed. Weather and road conditions cited as overall cause.
A reflective note detailing a Friday and Saturday of household tasks, garden neglect, and food storage. The author laments missed shopping, cold temperatures, and family illness while describing canning meat, building Christmas trees, and the ongoing humorous struggle of butchering and guarding provisions from pets and fowls.
Correspondents request weekly news letters to arrive by Monday to ensure inclusion in the current issue and provide early copy for the week. The note thanks Lot for attention to timely delivery and assistance.
The Moravia Union reports scratch pads offered for sale in a compact desk or pocket size. Two pads are advertised, suitable for quick notes. The notice emphasizes portability and practicality for everyday use.
District Court in Appanoose County Iowa announces probate of the will of F A Boyer deceased. A last will was filed December 17 1945 and final proof for probate is set January 15 1946, with all interested parties invited to appear and show cause. George A Milani is attorney for the estate. M G Luse is Clerk of the District Court.
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