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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1956
Page
5
Moravia High School sees student news, staff notes, and reader letters. The paper highlights basketball crowds, Droodie Band performances, and Christmas program appreciation while inviting letters to director Bob Sloan and comments from principal Bill O’Hara.
A senior class works through a May bookkeeping practice set for a wholesale grocer. Envelopes split weekly transactions with journals ledgers checkbook sales slips and other records. The article explains how students simulate real accounting duties in class.
Dated remarks reveal students noting bookkeeping dominates time in study halls. The passage describes how invoices sales slips and transactions are filed in envelopes, with seniors commenting that bookkeeping is the only subject recently pursued.
A list of New Year’s promises from MCHS students includes aims to improve grades, quit smoking, control talking in class, study more, be kinder, and stay healthier. Entries mention individuals such as Carol Day Bil Harsh Shirley Walter Linda Coulson Jim Foster Barbara Yeager Ronnie Broshar Mary Lou Rinehart Jerry Hinote Joyce Hintt John Tarbell J. E. Wilson Sandy Walker Jerry Burton LaVonne Carl Gene Paris Von Gardner and Gary Perry with varied personal goals centered on school behavior and life habits.
Five top band members were chosen as top candy salesmen. Jay Clayworth led with 88 bars, followed by Ronnie Woodward 82, Karen Woodward 59, Janice Vieroy 56, Judy Smith 54, Joyce Kincade 48, Diane Kincade 35, and Nancy Boblenz 29. They win a free dinner at Molly's in Ottumwa. about 450 bars remained unsold. Christmas is near and these bars could be a cheap gift for parties or grab-bags.
A gym dance Friday night followed Moulton basketball games with popular records spun and the floor crowded with couples. If more dances occur, they are expected to be as well attended.
A lively gathering drew many parents and school board members to the event. Sponsors listed include Mrs Whicker Mise Rinehart Shel don and the author. Annie Kaster was noted among attendees.
Mrs Tuttle’s English classes celebrate the Christmas season by reading stories. Byrd’s Christmas Carol is read to freshmen, Dickens Christmas Carol to sophomores, and The Other Wise Man by Van Dyke to juniors. Barbara Yenger notes the stories boost Christmas spirit.
The sophomore class decided to present Larry Smith a small gift and forgo a class gift exchange. Mary Ellen Condra and Karen Scott planned to visit Larry this week, so the gift was sent with them. Merry Christmas, Larry. Nancy Boblenz.
Mr Billy Davis presented an Assembly program to Moravia students on Wednesday December 5. He demonstrated hand and fist puppets and a dummy, inviting two children to serve as dummies. Most attendees seemed to enjoy the show.
A stream of brief, gossip style questions from school life. Mentions Des Moines visits, Bob going off, frequent typing paper in the waste basket, and concerns about accuracy practices. References to Mrs Whicker Keith Karen W maid rite Doug and a group including Sheepy Janie Carol D Donna C Shirley W.
A short piece notes the teen crowd favors energetic loud music and strong social vibes, capturing a mood of youth culture and nightlife. It mentions how listeners seek impactful sound and collective excitement, highlighting a progressive, edgy scene.
The piece celebrates greenery and festive scenery while considering if mistletoe will endure after Christmas. It notes the girls may be willing, but questions how results will be known as the season ends.
Mr. Jeff Clark of the State University of Iowa met with the Scribbler Staff to share ideas for improving the school paper. He delivered an informative talk that should aid reporters and enhance coverage.
Eighth grade juniors study United States regions and create a map of the sections discussed. In reading class they continue with related activities and exploration of the text.
The passage notes Roald Amundsen and South Pole exploration, discusses verbals in English, and reflects on Christmas customs in other lands. It mentions holiday excitement, carols, and Christmas stories, with Mrs Tisue and Mrs King visiting and sharing decorated cookies.
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