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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1973
Page
5
Ivan Harshes and his spouse marked their 40th wedding anniversary. Married December 12, 1933 in Mount Ayr by Rev. Lester Hooks, they moved to Moravia in 1935, later selling their farm and relocating to 814 North Williams Street. An open house is being hosted for friends and relatives.
North Bend Ladies Aid met with Sharon Shepard on December 14 after noon. The group opened with a poem Praying Hands and Mary Sue read the minutes. Old business included a $10 donation to the Christian Home and gift exchange.
The Progressive Club met Tuesday December 16 with Mrs Garnet Brain for their regular meeting There was one table of bridge prizes went to Genevieve Morgan and Frances Ashby Refreshments of pitch snacks mince meat pie and coffee were enjoyed at the close of the afternoon
J W McDANELS hosted a pre Christmas family dinner Saturday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs Ry McDanel with turkey and all the trimmings. Attending were Mr and Mrs Guy Mr and Mrs Lynas Meat Centerville Me and LM Er Beat Hiatt and Mi el Shepard.
Moravia girls defeated Seymour 71 to 56 despite Molly Van Benthuysen nursing an ankle sprain and scoring 42 points while Kandi Easter added 26. Lisa Clark grabbed 20 rebounds with 2 steals as Seymour led early then held 44 percent shooting to 34 for the Indians. In the boys game, Seymour edged Moravia 62 to 49 as free throws gave the Indians an 18 of 28 edge. Rex Argo led Seymour with 14 and Kirk Bruce 13. The Moravia boys contest Mormon Trail was canceled due to heavy snow.
The December Wesley UMW meeting was hosted by Mrs. Kenneth Hiatt on the 13th. Eleven members answered a Christmas foreign land roll call and officers will hold over for another year. Edrie’s motion directs trustees on leftovers from the church sale funds. The India lesson by Euelah Mitchell and Helen Price drew praise. Next meeting Jan 17 at Mrs. Kenneth Daniels for a co op dinner.
The Clover Leaf Club held its Christmas meeting on December 2 at John and Lucy Laws home with Edith Cal jen Roy and Ernestine Argo Margaret Tarbell Vera and Elbert Moore Paul and Phyllis Dicks Ethel Fenton DeWeyne and Mabel Moore Doris Christy Bill Janice Jamie Moore Mansel and Mildred Tarbell and Chris Spencer present. A cooperative dinner featured turkey and meat loaf and homemade candies. A gift exchange occurred and the Secret Pals for the year were revealed. Two Guess Whats were won by Ethel Fenton. The next meeting is scheduled for June 16 at Elbert and Vera Moore's home.
The Moravia Action announces Santa will be at the Max Hiner home on Sunday evening December 23. From 7:00 to 9:06 PM he will greet local children and give a small treat at the southeast corner of the square.
Rev Wallace Palmer leads Moravia UMC with Grace Salem worship at 9 30 a m and Salem Sunday School 10 30 a m. December events include TOPS Club 9 30 a m, Junior Choir 3 45 p m December 20. Sunday School program December 23 at 7 p m. Christmas program 7 30 p m at Salem. Breakfast Bible Study 6 30 a m and Prayer Meeting 7 p m December 26. Dave Harris serves as Church School Superintendent.
Friday after school practice for the Christmas program at the Church of the Nazarene led by Pastor D. R. Whies. Sunday December 23 features Sunday school at 10:00 a.m. morning service at 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Christmas program with songs recitations and skits. Transportation line and Bible verse quoted.
United Methodist services led by Rev L B Deedrick and Pastor Donald Whitehead span Sept. 9 to Dec. 23. Activities include a Scene-O-Fest at Golden Age Manor on Dec 20 with Charlotte Kehrberg singing and Theresa Brown on piano, plus a cooperative church supper Dec 21 at 6:30 p.m. and a four-picture Christmas story during the 8:30 a.m. service on Dec 23 with musical accompaniment.
The Progressive Club held its annual Christmas supper and gift exchange at the home of Mr and Mrs Loyd Carter on Saturday evening Hing Det 15. A social evening was enjoyed.
A fragmented note thanks readers and hints at a return or interest involving Shie L Wan, Rome Gur, and watch cards or letters. The message references gratitude toward those who rementered and signals ongoing interest or engagement with a private matter.
A terse public notice appears with fragmented wording and unclear names. It references gear items and a pending matter, offering little concrete detail beyond a general administrative action or requirement.
Funeral services for Versal C. Hough 62 of Route 1 Eddyville were held Tuesday at the Eddyville Funeral Chapel. Rev. Asa Popp officiated. Burial was in Pleasant Corners Cemetery. Hough born Sept 2 1911 in Monroe County was a lifelong Monroe County farmer. He married Marjorie Brown in Centerville March 1 1931. Surviving are widow son Dean brother Lyle Des Moines sister Mrs Ruth Boyer Oskaloosa and one grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister.
Basil Cowell Post 361 met for December at Grace and Mary Veach home with 25 members and one visitor. Reports from courtesy committee on new members and carpet rag project. discussion on assigned and sponsored child programs. plans to donate to the Supply Shelf and host a shower for Mitchelville State Training School girls. January meeting at Sondra Perry home. Christmas program by members and gift exchange followed by refreshments. thanks to hosts for hospitality.
The ladies met at the church basement on Tuesday afternoon December 11 for their regular gathering. The devotionals were led by Sandy Mitchell with a lesson titled Gods Greatest Gift from Billy Grahams specials. Prayer was by Isal Sulser and roll call referenced a Bible verse containing birth and How can I keep Christ in Christmas We packed homemade cookies and candy for the elderly and spent the rest of the afternoon rolling bandages to fill the White Cross quota.
The Happy Helpers 4-H girls and Franklin Farmers hosted a combined Christmas party and covered dish supper for members and parents at Iconium Methodist Church. The evening opened with Grace by Sally Whiteheading, followed by a Christmas reading by Mark Ammons and Jim Hersh.
A brief acknowledgment of appreciation for kindness and support received. Expressions of gratitude extend to those who offered help and encouragement during a difficult time, with wishes for continued health and happiness.
Moravia churches host Christmas programs Sunday at 7 p.m. Nazarene and Grace United Methodist hold programs, Salem United Methodist at 7:20. Santa visits Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Moravia community building. Latta may visit preschool Thursday morning. Grace church features plays, songs, and reader performances by students from nursery to senior high, celebrating the birth of Christ.
Don L. Hood was appointed manager of the Local 1.8.U. district for Iowa Southern Utilities. Hood began as an apprentice electrician in 1945 in Creston, rose to lineman in 1952, district technician in 1959, Chariton superintendent in 1960, and Centerville superintendent in 1962. Leonard DeHoet shifts from Centerville to Washington district manager, succeeding the late Russell Argo.
Local notes show Ida Mangie admitted to Monroe County Hospital Tuesday evening. Several guests from Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, Georgia, and Kansas visited for the Davis Burton sale and pre Christmas gatherings. Upcoming visits include Sgt George Woodward and sons arriving from Wichita for holidays. various family dinners planned at Carriage Light Inn and Loyd Carter home. funeral attendance noted for Versal Hough at Eddyville.
So and Sew Club held their annual Christmas supper Monday December 17 at the community building. A coop supper followed by a poem and games by Lois Mason, and a gift exchange closed the evening. Attendees included multiple couples and several individuals, with Soketry Main visiting as a Sunday dinner guest.
Moravia community schools discuss upcoming visiting team evaluations and spring plans. officials review policies, staff prepare reports, and classes continue normally while arrangements for visitors are finalized.
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