Stella Allbright Dies Services Saturday
Stella Allbright died Wednesday evening at 12:15 after a stroke two days earlier. She passed at St Josephs hospital Ottumwa and funeral services will be at Ash Grove Methodist church at two oclock Saturday afternoon with Rev L B Hawes officiating. Burial will be Wesley Chapel cemetery Ash Grove. body at Johnson funeral home Ottumwa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stella Allbright
Paaswa
St. Joseph's Hospital
Ottumwa
Ash Grove Methodist Church
L. B. Hawes
Moravia Methodist Church
Wesley Chapel
Ash Grove
Johnson Funeral Home
The
Union
Charles Stevens Dies at Udell
Charles Stevens aged 72 died last week at his sister Airs Henry Glasgow in Udell after long illness. A bachelor, he lived west of Udell for years, moved to Centerville after a fire, then to Udell to be with family in July. He leaves two sisters Mrs Glasgow and Mrs Rosie Knight and two brothers Harvey and George. Burial was in Moravia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Stevens
Airs
Henry Glasgow
Udell
Stevens
Centerville
Glasgow
Rosie Knight
Harvey
Des Moines
George
Uniorville
Moravia
Turney Funeral Home
Double Eight Party At Harold Mason Home
Myra Mason and Harold Mason hosted the Double Eight club Christmas party on Thursday evening. Prizes were won by Bert Turner and wife, T. J. Luse and wife, and Howard Evans. Club members attending included Bert Turner and wife Cecil Coulson and wife Emil Halden and wife Howard Evans and wife T. J. Luse and the hosts. Myra Mason served refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold Mason
Double Eight Club
Bert Turner
T. J. Luse
Howard Evans
Cecil Coulson
Ehnil Halden
Myra, Mason
Christmas Dinner Held At Dayne Taylor Home
Mrs Olee Burns and her children hosted a Christmas dinner and gift exchange at the Dayne Taylor home on Sunday. Attendees from Moravia included Glee Burns Paul Burns Glen Burns family Russel Burns family and others. guests from Ottumwa and Mystic joined Dayne Taylor and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olee Burns
Dayne Taylor
Glee Burns
Paul Burns
Glen Burns
Leon Burns
Russel Burns
Moravia
Roy Underwood
Ottumwa
Leo Thompson
Ben Cox
Mystic
Renton Wilsons Host Rock Party For Young Couples
Mr and Mrs Trenton Wilson entertained a group of young couples at a rock party Friday evening December 14 Those present included Mr and Mrs Ron Woodward Karen and Ronnie Dex Tisue and Donnie Mr and Mrs Donald Clark and Judy Mr and Mrs Bill Long Larry and Letta and Rickie and My and Mrs Francis Miller and Roy
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trenton Wilson
Ron Woodward
Karen
Ronnie
Dex Tisue
Donnie
Donald Clark
Judy
Bill Long
Larry
Letta
Rickie
Francis Miller
Roy
1945 46 Basketball Schedule Summary Card
Basketball schedule for 1945-46 lists games with dates and places. Key items include Jan 1 blank, Jan 10 Mystic, Jan 17 Girls County Tournament, Jan 23 24 26 Cincinnati, Jan 29 Promise City, Feb 4 Girls Sectional Tournament, Feb 6 7 8 Melrose, Feb 11 Boys Co Tournament Cincinnati, Feb 13 16 Rathbun, Feb 18 Blakesburg, Feb 22 Boys Sectional Tournament, and Feb 26 27 28 May 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blakesbury
Cincinnati
Rathbun
Blakesburg
Regular Meeting of Antiquity Lodge No 252
Regular meeting of Antiquity Lodge No 252 AF AM will be held Monday evening January 7. Visiting brothers welcome. Lloyd Roge WM J D Minnes Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Antiquity Lodge No
A. F
A. M
Lloyd. Roge
W. M
J. D. Minnes
Ten head of stock die under stack of straw
A storm dumped ice and snow at the Doyle McDanes farm east of town burying ten head of livestock under straw. One cow seven pigs and five gilts perished as neighbors pulled the animals from the shelter during the night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doyle McDanes
Rufus Coulson 85 Passes. Longtime Centerville Farmer Dies
Rufus 8. Coulson died Dec 19 1945 at home near Centerville Iowa aged 85 years 10 months 26 days He was born Jan 24 1860 in Pospus township Appanoose County Iowa He married Misa Lucy Tadlock Mar 4 1891 They had two daughters Flora Phillips of Denver and Bethel McDonald of Centerville Survived by brother W B Coulson and granddaughter May Elrene Holsey Preceded by wife and siblings Funeral held at Miller Funeral Home Centerville with H E Trimble officiating Burial in Hillcrest Cemetery Moravia
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rufus 8. Coulson
Wm. D
Martha Coulson
Pospus Township
Appanoose County
Iowa
Centerville
Misa Lucy Tadlock
Moravia
Flora C. Phillips
Denver
Colo
Bethel E. McDonald
W. B. Coulson
New Sharon
May Elrene Holsey
Santa Cruz
Calif
Miller Funeral Home
Ceniterville
H. E. Trimble
Central Church of Christ
Hillcrest Cemetery
Walter Children Home for Christmas Dinner
Mr and Mrs Mearl Walter hosted a Christmas dinner for their children and relatives. Attendees included Loren Walter and family, Marvin Gardner and family, George Simmons and family, Maurice Walter Centerville, Carolyn Walter Ottumwa, Sylvan Van Dorin, and afternoon visitors Aubrey Walter and Jerry Centerville. A turkey dinner with all trimmings was served at noon, followed by ice cream, cake, and a gift exchange in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mearl Walter
Loren Walter
Marvin Gardner
George Simmons
Maurice Walter
Centerville
Carolyn Walter
Ottumwa
Sylvan van Dorin
Aubrey Walter
Aon Jerry
Entertaining Guests At Pre Christmas Dinner
Mrs J P Coffin and P K Horner hosted a pre Christmas dinner on Sunday. Guests included Mr and Mrs C Z Neagee of Fi Madison and Mr and Mrs R L Tarr and daughter Roberta. A gift exchange and a pleasant afternoon concluded a happy Christmas holiday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Coffin
P. K. Horner
C. Z. Neagee
Fi. Madison
R. L. Tarr
Roberta
30 and Sew Club Holds Cooperative Supper
Members of the So and Sew club hosted their annual cooperative supper and gift exchange at the home of Mr and Mrs John Vanzante on Friday evening with all the new members and their families. John Sharp presented the club a turkey for their supper and was a guest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Vanzante
John Sharp
Willing Circle Hosts Gift Exchange Meeting
The Willing Circle met Monday evening December 17 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Guy Argo. Mrs. Wayne Clark and Mrs. Harold Hawk won prizes at the card game. A gift exchange followed and refreshments were served by the hostess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy Argo
Fen
Harald Hawk
Wayne Clark
Harold Hawk
Watch Night Party At Methodist Church
The No 9 Sunday school class of the Methodist church plans its annual watch night party in the church basement Monday evening December 31. A cooperative supper begins at 6:00 followed by services led by the officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Methodist Church
Agness Stansberry Weds in Colorado
Agness Stansberry Perry of Julesburg Colorado married Ervin Copass of Julesburg December 6 1945 in Julesburg Methodist parsonage. The bride wore light blue gabardine and was attended by Eileen Stickler. Groom was supported by Jr Stansb of Julesburg. They will reside in Julesburg where the groom works at Sunrise bakery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jr. Stansb
Julesburg
Sunrise Bakery
Local scene as families gather for Christmas in Town City
The community notes visits and holiday meals across many households. Robert Stoops returns from University hospital to his home with sister Mis. Hattis Stoops visiting from Conrad. Numerous relatives, including Glee and Dale Callen, attended dinners and celebrations with the Callen family and others across nearby towns.
Navy Veterans Return Home And Relatives Visit Moravia
Discharges and homecomings fill a Moravia area note, with Winfred Bailey visiting his aunt in Moravia after Navy discharge in Seattle, and George Hellyer and others returning home from service. Mentions several families and locations including Omaha Minneapolis Portland Camp Crowder and Rockford with various ribbons and travels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winfred Bailey
Jack Bailey
Moravia
W. L. Brooks
Winfred
Omaha
Navy
Seattle
Couple celebrates 45th wedding anniversary
We congratulate Mr and Mrs Fred Dotson on their 45th wedding anniversary, celebrated December 25. The notice honors enduring marriage and family milestone within the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Dotson
Church of the Nazarene Sunday Schedule and Services
The notice lists a Church of the Nazarene schedule with W. E. Burd as pastor. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. led by M. H. Johnson, Superintendent. Worship at 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Prayer and Bible Study at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Brethren
G. M. Talbott
Donald Jones
Christian Endeavor
Church of the Nazarene
W. E. Burd
M. H. Johnson
McDanel Marries Marlin Jr at Albia Parsonage
Lelah Mae McDanel daughter of Mr and Mrs Lyndon L McDanel Moravia marries John H Marlin Jr son of Mr and Mrs John H Marlin Albia in a December 22 double ring ceremony at the U B parsonage Albia Rev C L Young officiating Bride wore blue wool suit with rose corsage Groom blue suit with carnation Bridesmaid Mrs Homer Weldon wore blue dress and rose corsage Best man Homer Weldon wore blue suit and carnation Mrs Marlin a Moravia High School class of 1945 graduate Mr Martin class of 1942 Albia graduate
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lelah Mae McDanel
Lyndon L. McDanel
Moravia
John H. Marlin, Jr
John H. Marlin
Albia
U. B. Parsonage
Rev
C. L. Young
Homer Weldon
Marlin
Martin
Christmas Day Dinner Guests Across Families
Local society notes list Christmas day and eve gatherings across multiple households. Mr. and Mrs. George Winslet entertained guests from Centerville and nearby families, with a gift exchange. Various households observed Christmas at home or with relatives in Browning, Des Moines, Cincinnati, Madison, and other locations, including military and travel notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Winslet
Georgiana
Paul Broshar
Judith Ann
Centerville
Margery Tracy
George
L. F. Bisby
Delores
C. C. Garrett
Garrett
Browning
Missouri
W. M. Gardner
Marvin Gardner
Wess Hiatt
Elsie Closter
Roy Richard
Paul Carson
Judith Kay
Larry
Vera Jaan Miller
Rodger Dale
Cincinnati
Charles Closter
Army Air Force
Des Moines
John Veach
Caye Smith
Alfred Carlson
I. R. Jolly
Delia McCrory
Leeuina Barnes
Hicks Pabst
Frances Snelling
Mes
Fred Hiatt
Don Cobbler
Bobby
Marilyn
Dickie
Cobbler
Fred Dotson
Notice Card Prohibits Hunting on Farms
No hunting or trespassing day or night on our farms. Names include Aston Campbell M H Johnson & Sons J Smithburg N L Nasalroad Owner Jay H Paxton Tenant. Others may have their names added to this notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aston Campbell
M. H. Johnson & Sons
J. Smithburg
N. L. Nasalroad
Jay H. Paxton
Hudgens Observe Golden Wedding in Moravia
Mr and Mrs Sam Hudgens of Moravia celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a large gathering at the home of their son in law and daughter. The couple married December 29, 1885, in Unionville and have lived in several Iowa communities including Unionville and Moravia while remaining active in their churches. Friends sent best wishes by phone due to bad weather and grandchildren presented gifts including a vase, wool blanket, and bedspread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Hudgens
Moravia
Chidren
Paul Broshar
Roe Ahee
Unionville
Myrth Hudgens
Des Moines
Harold Hudgens
Broshar
Davis County
Miller Baptist Church
Church of Christ
Hudgens
Ladies and
Myrthe Hudgens
Ife
Richard Hudgens
Ft. Bragg
Barbara
JoKllen
Skippy
Vivian Pfannebecker
Gary
Arthur Baker
Jack
Jerry
Dianne
James Rhee
Donald Rhee
Navy
Baby
Joellen Broshar
Lloyd Carter
Virginia
Bobby
Stella Lockman
Charles Coffin
Chester Broshar
Howard Smith
W. P. Davis
George Winsler
Ralph McDonough
von Tracy
John Dille
Joan
Dr. Orelup's Father Breaks Hip in Fall
Fred G. Orelup Ottumwa attorney and father of Dr. D. K. Orelup of Albia fractured his hip in a fall at his Ottumwa home on Wednesday morning. He is 82 years old and receiving treatment at J. Joseph's hospital in Ottumwa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DR. Orelup
Fred G. Orelup
Ottumwa
D. K. Orelup
Albia
J. Joseph’s Hospital
Farewell at Church for Garrett Family
About one hundred attended a Methodist church supper Friday evening in Albia to bid farewell to Mr. and Mrs. Glen Garrett and Martha Sue and Gilbert Garrett who moved to a new farm west of town. WSCS and class officers were installed and gifts were presented to the departing family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keosauque
Don Wolf
Moravia
George Spangler
Wolf
Moravia Telephone Co
Glen Garrett
Martha Sue
Gilbert
Albia
Supts
C. C. Coulson
T. R. Gardner
WSCS
Raymond Ashby
George Winslet
L. B. Hawes
Paul Suffizool
Marilyn Hiatt
Lester Hawes
Gilbert Garrett
Milly Bishop
Gles Club
Mary Lou McDonough
Jack
Bill Broshar
Charles Burton
Richard Smith
Bill Harris
Lois Hiatt
Martha Sue Garrett
Yule Leg
France
Joyce Hiatt
Robert Reeves
Bernadine Bishop
Winnifred Hawes
Garrett
Stella Carter
Lee Hiatt
John Veach
Lester Brain
Howard Smith
H. E. Glick
W. Y. Murdy
Chet Broshar
Earl Tuttle
C. M. McFatridge
D. EB. Bishop
Garnet McDonough
Karl Tuttle
Christmas guests fill Stocker home with service ties
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Stocker hosted a Christmas Day family dinner with Sgt. and Mrs. Johnnie Hurt of Newton, Wilbur Renimark and family, Synthia Locke, Glen Leming, Glenda Kay, Marilyn of Albia, Sam Locks and their son Junior Stocker home on leave. Sunday visitors included Sgt. Hart discharged Dec 21 after overseas in the southwest Pacific, along with Mrs. Wilbur Remmark, Mrs. Glen Lemar and daughters, and Opal Choglan of Albia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Stocker
Johnnie Hurt
Newton
Wilbur Renimark
Billy
Joyce
Synthia Locke
Glen Leming
Glenda Kay
Marilyn
Albia
Sam Locks
Junior Stocker
Stocker
Sgt
Hart
Southwest Pacific
Wilbur Remmark
Glen Lemar
Opal Choglan
Farm Bureau to Meet in Moravia Community Building
The Taylor and Chaviton townships farm bureau members will hold their regular monthly meeting at the Moravia community building at 7 45 p m on Friday Dec 28 Families are asked to bring sandwiches pie and table service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor and Chaviton Townships
ETC Club Hosts Christmas Gift Exchange and Rock Party
ETC club members met Thursday afternoon with Mrs. Harry DuVall for a regular meeting and Christmas gift exchange. Mrs. Lester Smith led the entertainment and refreshments fitting the season were served. Guest Mrs. Nell Pelkington of Flagstaff, Arizona attended. The group and guests enjoyed a rock party at Mrs. Frank Hiatt’s home on Friday evening, December 14.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ETC Club
Harry DuVall
Lester Smith
Nell Pelkington
Flagstaff
Ariz
Frank Hiatt
CARD OP THANKS FOR HOSPITAL WELL WISHES
Robert Stoops extends thanks to friends for cards letters and messages received during hospitalization in Iowa City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
Robert Stoops
Flight Of The Stork Flight Of The Stork
Mrs Lloyd McCrory and relatives announced the birth of a son to Pvt and Mrs Richard Jackson of Burlington Town He was named Richard Mark born December 19 weighing eight pounds twelve ounces Mrs Jackson is the former Porothy McCrory daughter of Mrs Ida Me-wory
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lloyd McCrory
Pvt
Richard Jackson
Burlington
Richard Mark
Jackson
Porothy Man McCrory
Ida Mewory
Also Mentioned on This Page
Harold Mason Home
Renton Wilson Home
Rufus
Coulson
Walter Children Home
30 AND
SEW Club
Willing Circle
Agness Stansberry
Colorado
University Hospital
Town City
Mis. Hattis Stoops
Conrad
Arminta Haddock
Mya
Haddock
Glee
Dale Callen
Riley Callen
Loren Walters
Dale
Glee Callen
Harry van Antwerp
Near Rathbun
Clarence Dowd
Delmar
Donald
Ted Miller
Callen
C. A. Vaach
Jake Day
Bruce Gardner
Camp Upton
N. Y
Gardner
W. K. McNabb
Othalee DuVall
Davenport
Forrest Main
Willie Wilson
Elvin Stacker
Stacker
Clara Trelan
Fay Hudson
Keosauqua
Max Hiner
Maxine Smith
Donald Dowd
Simpson College
Indianola
Homer Brown
Roy Brown
van Lemaster
James Nash
Janet
Ray Argo
Pat
Clifford
Tisue
Imogene Tadlock
Herschel Johnson
Aleta Marie Span
Johnson
John B. Iverson
Stanhope
George E. Hellyer
Dell Hellyer
Minneapolis
John Garner
John
Floyd Garner
Tina
Camp Crowder
Harley Tipe
Carl
Mra. Mearl Walter
Maurice
China
Maudetta Halden
Mra. J
Measage
Carl D. Ing
Meemouth
N. J
Portland
Oregon
Dale Derby
Ft. Leonard Wood
Robert Derby
Kessler Field
Miss
Clifford Pfannebecker
New York
Camp Grant
Eckert Argo
George Argo
Teonium
Maryland
Dwight H. Clark
S. 2
England
Rockford
John Marlin, Jr
Mrs
Maytag
Miller
Maytag Co
Stocker Home
Farm Bureau
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