Pre Christmas Denner Held at McDonough Home
A cooperative pre Christmas dinner was hosted at Mrs Garnet McDonough home on Sunday. Attending were Mr and Mrs Bill Luse with daughters of Fairfield Mrs Gene Judge and daughters from Georgetown Deena McDonough of Des Moines Mr and Mrs Fred Buckmaster Mr and Mrs Ray Mwad Ashby Mr and Mrs Max McDonough and Janice Mr and Mrs Jack McDonough Ralph Teddy and Mary Lou McDonough.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garnet McDonagh
Bill Luse
Fairfield
Gene Judge
Georgetown
Deena McDonough
Des Moines
Fred Buckmaster
Raymwad Ashby
Max McDonough
Janice
Jack McDonough
Ralph
Teddy
Mary Lou McDonough
Moravia Library Receives 830-Book Donation
The Moravia public library this week survived a challenge as 830 books were brought in Tuesday by attorney Gilter of Albis. The entire fiction and encyclopedia collection was moved to the library, now making up more than half of the remaining inventory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moravia
Gilter
Albis
Moravia Booster Club Recommends Christmas Hours
At a Friday meeting the Booster club voted to keep Moravia stores open Friday night December 23 and close Saturday December 24 at 6 PM Christmas Eve Most stores will also close Monday for the official holiday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Booster Club
Moravia
Moravia Girls Basketball Stocked With Wins And Scores
Moravia girls hold an 11–2 season record with 737 total points and a 31-point opponent average across 18 games. Leading scorers include Lillian Rick Joan Callen Joyce Hiatt Janet Broshar and Marilyn Rose with 719 points total. Guards Pat Halden Pat Kaster and Verna Harper anchor a solid defense. In the boys division Moravia is 10–4 after 14 games, totaling 681 points for a 41.5 average while allowing 457 points. Bill Broshar leads with 10.7 points per game, followed by Bill Harris 8 and Lockman 7.3. Rose contributes notable defense and adds 41 points.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moulton Hiere
Udell
Moulton
Moravia
Rick
Moravig
Callen
Pat
Rose
Hiatta
Broshar
Underwood
Halden
Easter
Moravian
Lockman
Sears
Harris
Moore
Foster
Moulton Se
Unionville
Hiatt
Helden
Wyle
Morlen
White
Ogden
Kendell —_ Hopkins
Moravia FG
Rase
Udell FG
T. Claston
N. Claston
Hopkins
Wyldes
Kirkland Ag
Iowa Success
Ottumwa
Souilla
Pat Halden
Pat Kaster
Verna Harper
Lillian Rick
Joan Callen
Joyce Hiatt
Janet Broshar
Marilyn Rose
Melrose
Lovilla
Pulaski
Bill Broshar
Bill Harris
Pre-Christmas Dinner Honors Ted Wilson
Mr and Mrs Harold Prough hosted a pre Christmas dinner Sunday in honor of Mrs Proughs parents Mr and Mrs Ted Wilson of Twin Falls Idaho visiting their daughter and family and Mrs Wilsons sisters Mrs Lewis Rouse and Mrs Chas Johnson and families and Mr Wilsons mother Mrs Myrtle Wilson of Centerville and other relatives and friends Attendees included Mr and Mrs Leo Fox and family of Oskaloosa Mr and Mrs Lewis Rouse Mr and Mrs Chas Johnson Misses Louise and Doris Rouse and the honorees Mr and Mrs Ted Wilson host and hostess Harold Prough Terry and Penny
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold Prough
Lewis Rouse
Chas. Johnson
Louise
Doris Rouse
Washington, Iowa
Ted Wilson
Terry
Penny
Donna Underwood Honored At Party
A surprise birthday party was given for Donna Underwood at the Dayne Taylor home Monday night. Donna received lovely gifts from her young friends. Refreshments were served of fruit salad, cookies and cocoa. Those present were Maxine Perkins, Judy Martin, Margaret Condra, Janie Sawyer, Mrs. Roy Underwood, Gwendolyn, Donna and Marvin Underwood, and Mrs. Dayne Taylor, Joyce Martin and Carole Broshar sent their gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donna Underwood
Dayne Taylor
Donna
Maxine Pirkins
Judy Martin
Margaret Condra
Janie Sawyer
Roy Underwood
Gwendolyn
Marvin Underwood
Joyce Martin
Carole Broshar
Appointment of O E S Officers by New Worthy Matron
The appointive officers of the Order of the Eastern Star for the new term are Marshal Koel Broshar Chaplain Mrs. C A Turner Organist Marjorie Coulson Warden Louise Wolf and Sentinel Don Wolf appointed by Worthy Matron Mrs Howard Evens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order of the Eastern Star
Howard Evens
Koel Broshar
C. A. Turner
Marjorie Coulson
Louise Wolf
Don Wolf
Merchants' Greetings Wishing Yuletide Thanks Across Union
The merchants of this territory send Christmas greetings to readers across the Union. They express gratitude for patronage and hope to continue friendship in the coming year. Readers are invited to note each merchant’s yuletide message in the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Séuseg
Union
Christmas 1949 by Reverend Earl E Rabuck
The Reverend Earl E Rabuck reflects on the first Christmas in Bethlehem, the manger, and the shepherds. He recalls the wise men bearing gifts and urges giving to loved ones and the needy as a sign of God’s gift. He closes with the call to live a life of Christlike service as the ultimate gift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethlehem
Joseph
Mary
Christ
God
Christ's Kingdom Building
Jesus
Muark Moffitt
Judy Woodward
Jean Paxaton
Gordon Woodward
Billy Booth
Donna Underwood
Carol Main
Dale
Paxston
Jerry
Donni¢ Burton
Norma Lee Gladfelder
Billy
Bobby Woodward
Darwin Jordan
Harlan
Luck
Donna Woodward
Carel Main
Mary Thompson
Babe
Jimmie Robertson
Devere Thompson
Dwight Thompson
Mary Lou Paxston
Helen Paxston
Carol Lock
Jimmie Main
The
Hhgit
Lilly Paxston
Christmas Programs at the Churches and a Nativity Cantata
Grace Methodist hosts a December 22 program with numerous recitations, solos, and songs from kindergarten to junior classes led by Joyce Walter, Bobbie Burns, Teddy Harp, and others. Wesley Chapel hosts a 7 30 p m program with student recitations, songs, piano solos, and a cornet solo. Evangelical United Brethren and Nazarene churches also present Christmas programs on December 22 and 23 featuring hymns, plays, recitations, and a Christmas cantata.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Methodist
Joyce Walter
Bobbie Burns
Teddy Harp
Howard Hoffman
Craig Day
Jerry Bellman
Donna
Nancy Tomlin
Santa
Yvonne
Rita
Linda Gardner
Terry Tuttle
Connie Wal
Wesley Chapel
New Hope School
Nancy Roblenz
Edward J. Clayworth
Janet Phillips
Rose Mary Philips
Allen Dooley
Betty Harsh
Jerry Boublend
Lester Dooley
Donald West
Sandra Hinte
Acvordivon
Ernest West
Bobby
Betty
Billy Harsh
Glen Phillips
David West
Judy
Kim
Wanda MelHwain
Bong
Harry Phillips
Billy Harch
Luannv
Luther
Koiuie Wid
Karen Woodward
Pianystle
Ann Pettibone
the Nazarene Church
Johnson
Hahn
Richard| Woodward
Richard Jordan
Gary Woodward
Donald Thompson
Christmas Supper and Program In Basement Hall
Christmas supper starts at 6 00 pm Thursday with a program at 7 30 pm in the basement. Recitations include Mikel Lee Martin LaVelie Simmons Sue Robinson Patty Simmons Roger Robinson Charlotte Simmons Bobby Schaffner and others. The event features carols dialogues and storytelling by members of the circle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mikel Lee Martin
LaVelie Simmons
Sue Robinson
Patty Simmons
Roger Robinson
Charlotte
Simmons
Bobby Schaffner
Banker
Arthur
Beverly Slavens
Beverly
Arthur Bobby
Roger
Letha Louise
Lillie Belle Schaffner
Mervin Underwood
Prancis McCrary
Cirle Paxstun
EGC Club Holds Christmas Exchange
The ELT.C. club held its annual Christmas party and gift exchange at Mrs. Frank Hiatt’s home on Thursday December 16. Mrs. Frank Larben won the mystery box and Mrs. Charlie Juhsui organized the entertainment. Refreshments were served at the close of the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elt.c. Club
Frank Hiatt
Frank Larben
Charlie Juhsui
Card of Thanks From H. Pubst to Amy Tur and Kietern Star
A brief card of thanks expresses gratitude to Amy Mieods Tur for support during illness and to the Kietern Star chapter for a beautiful plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amy Mieods
Golden wedding anniversary noted for William and Nevada Petergon
Mr and Mrs William E Petergon celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at home on North Street with family including daughters and sons in law William Hagerman and William Steffen and grandchildren present except Margaret of Denver Colorado. A lace covered table held a three tier white cake with gold trim and guests delivered cards gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William E. Petergon
North Street
Margaret
Denver
Colo
William Hagerman
William Steffen
Arlin Hagerman
LeRoy Brown
Rex Hagerman
Nancy Steffen
Margaret Stetfen
William and
Nevada
A. O. Main
Bert Adams
Bert Rinehart
Gerald
Paul Lock
Harold
George Hiner
Glen
Centerville
Charley Johnson
Ted Wilson
Harold Prough
Penny Murle
Terry
Eva Morgan
Gerald Morgan
Lee Wiatt
Charles Coffin
Fred Hiatt
Progressive Club Holds Cooperative Supper
The Progressive Club gathered with Mrs. Garnet Mc Donough Thursday for a cooperative supper. Members recalled memories of the club founded in 1922, shared incidents from years of meetings, then exchanged gifts and sang Christmas carols to close the annual party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Progressive Club
Garnet McDonough
To Sing Carols The MY Methodist Church Plan
The Moravia Methodist church will sing Christus carols Saturday evening and on Christus Eve at homes in Moravia. Anyone wanting the carolers to sing should call Mrs Curt Black.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moravia
Curt Black
Thank You to Friends for Hospital Support Message
The writer expresses gratitude for the thoughtful messages, cards, letters and gifts received during the hospital stay. They note how much the support helped ease the weary days and extend thanks to friends and neighbors for their kindness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bas
Huw Tex
Teabk
C. E. Day Dies in Ottumwa After Illness
Mr. J. P. Day and Mrs. Richard Veach learn Wednesday morning of the death of their brother C. E. Day in Ottumwa after months of heart illness. Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Day
Richard Veach
C. E. Day
Ottumwa
Paul Spencer's Brother Dies In Springfield
Mr and Mrs Paul Spencer traveled to Springfield Missouri on Monday after being called by the death of his brother Carl Spencer Carl died at 1130 pm Saturday at the Veterans hospital in Wadsworth Kansas where he was a patient Services and burial were held in Springfield Wednesday
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Spencer
Springfield
Carl Spencer
Carl
Veterans’ Hospital
Wadsworth
Kans
Odd Fellows Elect Pennington Noble Grand
R. R. Pennington was elected Noble Grand of the Odd Fellows Lodge at the 1,0.0.F. hall Tuesday evening. Other elective officers are Harold Hudgens vice Noble Grand C. A. Turner secretary and Bert Turner treasurer. Appointive officers will be named later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. R. Pennington
Odd Fellows Lodge
Harold Hudgens
Noble Grand
C. A. Turner
Bert Turner
Donahoo Receives Degree and New Teaching Post
Alvin Donahoo formerly of Moravia graduated from Iowa State College with a Master’s in Agriculture Education and minor in Agricultural Engineering. He will teach half time and study for a PhD at the University of Minnesota starting January 1 in the department of agriculture education. He previously taught vocational agriculture in Earlham and Sigourney, and served four years in the Navy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alvin Donahoo
Moravia
Towa State College
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis
Department of Agriculture Education
Alvin
Iowa State College
Ames
Earlham
Iowa
Sigourney
A. W. Donahoo
Richland, Wash
Mrs Stocker Hosts Christmas Tea by Ladies Aid
The Church of Christ ladies aid gathered at Mrs Emma Stocker's home on Wednesday afternoon for a Christmas party and gift exchange. They quilted and socialized while enjoying popcorn and candy. The event served as a courtesy to Mrs Stocker, who soon moved to an apartment in Bloomfield for the rest of winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Aid of the
Church of Christ
Emma Stocker
Kensingtons Hold Cooperative Dinner and Gift Exchange
The Kensington club hosted a cooperative dinner and gift exchange on Thursday evening February 15 at Mrs. Mattie Lynch's home. Due to the illness of Mrs. Lynch's sister, Mrs. Funchen Winsler served as hostess with help from Mrs. Mary Johnson. The gathering ended with socializing and bingo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kensington Club
Mattie Lynch
Free Show and Candy Delight at Moravia Theater
A large crowd of youngsters attended a Saturday matinee at Moravia theater to see Frank Buck Brings ‘Fin Back Alive. Santa arrived after the show to greet children and distribute candy. About 260 children were present and many enjoyed the free performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moravia
Frank Buck
Mystic Rose Birth in Des Moines Hospital
Mr and Mrs Mystic Rose announce the birth of a son on December 17 at a Des Moines hospital. The parents name an older child, Donna, and describe their family as AOL and BORD, with Dell Heliyer listed among relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mystic Rose
Des Moines
Duuontier
Donna
Dell Heliyer
AOL
BORD
Piadd Piredits
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B.B
Mcdonough
O.E.S
Earl E. Rabuck
Evangelical United Brethren Church
Aileen Turner
Pamela Bain
Joey Easter
Dickie Harp
Cornet
Wayne Wolf
Jack Broushar
Richard Smith
Waunelta McConnell
Patricia Reagan
Jeanne
Hawk
Kaylee
Joyann Vincent
David] Murdy
Kathleen Halden
Viola Hammond
Jay Taylor
Ann Paxston
Ronnie Broshar
John Murdy
Richard Manon
Charles Argo
Donna Rae Tubaugh
Jean Taylor
Charles van Zante
Nellie Argo
Karen Pfannebecker
Sharon Argo
Mary Ellen Condra
G. E. Luse
Mark van Zante
Jimmie Argo
Eugene Vincent
Wanda Rick
Word
Mrs von Derley
Ctrelles Barco
Seig
Sedley
Cil
EGC. Club
Courtesy
C. E
Odd Fellows
Pennington Noble
Mrs. Stocker
Kensingtons
Flight of the
Stork
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