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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1939
Page
3
This farewell column thanks Moravia readers for 16 years of support, praising loyalty and cooperation in building the Union newspaper. The editor hints at future plans with the McGrews, asks the community to welcome them, and honors long-time staffer Roscoe Day while acknowledging ongoing uncertainties.
Family Christmas gathering at Lester Brain home includes Dorothy Lee and Donald Brain with guests from Mystic Centerville Knoxville Newton and Centerville. Miss Nina Rose of near Williamsburg marries Ralph Bahr of near Ladora in a Jeoniam Methodist parsonage ceremony performed by Rev. E P Spurlock. Mrs. Sharp plans winter in California.
Rev E P Spurlock announces a special Watch Night service at Iconium Methodist church next Sunday. Epworth League 8 to 9, preaching 9 to 10, social hour 10 to 11, talks and songs 11 to 12 ending with Blest Be The Tie That Binds.
The Willing Workers club held their annual turkey dinner on Friday December 18 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roscoe Argo. Santa Claus visited in the afternoon and a Christmas tree gift exchange delighted attendees. Several former members from Oskaloosa and many current members were present, including the Argo and Turner families and numerous spouses.
Moravia Chapter O E S and Antiquity Lodge No 262 AF AM will hold a joint installation of officers at the Masonic hall next Monday evening January 1. The affair will be attended by members of both orders and their families. The installation program will begin at 7 30.
Mr and Mrs J P Foster entertained at their annual turkey dinner and gift exchange Monday. All their children and families attended the morning exchange before some guests went to Carl Tomlin’s parents for dinner. Participants included Ted Broshar and children Mary Frances John Edward Paulina Floyd Virgil Lew Hiner family Max Pearl Jeraldine Johnny Kenneth Gladfelder family Robert Charles Gene Rolla Foster Robert Foster and daughters Fern Twyla Gertie Boyer Eugene Main and others.
A snow storm moved in on Tuesday bringing four to five inches of snow across the area by press time Wednesday. Residents report cold, slick conditions as overshoes and snow shovels reappear for the season.
A public statement acknowledges years of splendid service and notes a parting of the way in business. It wishes readers happiness and prosperity in the New Year and future years.
Mrs. Chas Pabst spent Sunday with daughter Mrs Elsie Clester and family for Christmas. Numerous families including the Camerons, Blackmans, Watts, Broshars, Main family, and others hosted or joined in Christmas dinners with children and grandchildren visiting from Newton, Ottumwa, Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, Winterset, Centerville, and Memphis.
Families hosted and attended multiple Christmas gatherings across several farms and towns. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Wilson and children near Blakesburg, Forrest Main and children, Otha Lee DuVall of Wyman, Harry and Art Deusterbeck of Darian, Wise, and Othas. Also Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Davis hosted a Christmas dinner with Harold Mason, Ralph Davis and Helen, and others. Additional visits featured Roy Ellison and children near Hilton, Bert Turner and Charles, plus H. H. Pabst family pre Christmas party with Hicks Pabst and Larry, A. G. Broshar and Waterloo relatives, and Mrs. Mary Charity as guests.
Mrs. Mary Putnam longtime local resident died Christmas morning at St Joseph hospital Centerville after a week of critical illness She was born Mary Miller September 10 1874 on a farm southwest of Iowa and married John Putnam April 30 1892 Their four daughters included Frances who died young She is survived by daughter Estalene Owings Sampsel Missouri granddaughter Frances Owings sister Clara Carlson Moravia Iowa brother Perry Miller Woodworth North Dakota Funeral services were held December 26 at Turner Funeral Home Moravia with Rev T J Zike officiating Interment Moravia cemetery
The menu lists roast goose with dressing, chicken noodles, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, pickles, cranberries, jelly, date pudding, whipped cream, coffee. Prices show adults 85 cents, children 20 cents. My and Mrs. W. P. Davia spent Christmas day at the Grant Clark home in Albia.
The notice lists Sunday Church School at 10 a.m. with M. K. Blackman as superintendent, worship at 11 a.m., Christian Endeavor at 6 30 p.m., and evening service at 7 30 p.m. It invites all to attend all services.
Iconium Methodist Circuit E P and Pearl Spurlock, pastors, report Sunday School at 10 a m and preaching at 11 a m. Watch Night service begins at 8 p m. Fairview Sunday School at 9 a m, preaching at 10:15 a m. Hilton Sunday School at 10:80 a m, preaching at 7:30 p m. Two large donations given to the pastor and wife by Iconium and Hilton communities.
Moravia native Wendell Cloyed was named a national winner in Beacon Publications contest for Christmas lyrics. His prize poem My Gypsy Queen appears in the book Christmas Lyrics of 1989, celebrating a gypsy themed romance with imagery of roaming and carefree love.
A follow-up gathering for the Maple Grove school district Farm Bureau indies met at John Dodd home on Thursday with six attendees. Mrs. Dodd led a dinner aided by Barbara Johnson. The afternoon study covered Fundamental Food Needs for the Body.
Rathbun swept Moravia in two contests as Moravia fell 16-14 to Rathbun girls and 38-21 to Rathbun boys. Swab led Moravia boys with 15 points. Rathbun’s Kauzlarich and Swab paced the winners in the respective games. Moravia trailed early in both games but fought to stay close, with Rathbun pulling away in the second halves.
The Ladies Aid of the Church of Christ met at Mrs. Della Robb’s home for an all lay gathering. In the afternoon, bride Mrs. Quentin Hudson received useful gifts. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Harp of Corydon visited Christmas with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm Laws.
The Moravia Union announces Finley McGrew will assume publisher and editor duties on January 1, succeeding H. K. Smith after a 16 year tenure. McGrew comes from Guttenberg Press where he served as editor and business manager, bringing a record of editorial influence and community ties to southern Town.
Mrs J B Kinion suffered a broken right arm just above the wrist and bruises from a fall at the home of W S Creech while visiting a neighbor. She was taken to a doctor for treatment and returned home, recovering satisfactorily.
The Sunday School at United Brethren Church presented a Christmas program featuring plays, recitations, and songs led by Gwendolyn Lemaster Carolyn Hawk Jerry Brown Lois Hawk Nellie DuVall Dorothy Jean Brown and others. The program included readings, piano pieces, duets and a Living Picture segment with the Busy Bees and Harvester Class with closing remarks by M. K. Blackman.
Public address system broadcasts of Christmas carols Friday and Saturday drew strong crowds. Courtesy of the Moravia Community Club with Dr. D. K. Orelup and radiatician Jake Day leading efforts. Orelup dedicated time to the project and organized the gift exchange with Moravia merchants Saturday afternoon.
Mrs Paul Broshar and Miss Dorothy Nowele cohosted a post nuptial kitchen shower for Mrs Carl Pfannebecker at the Broshar residence last Wednesday evening. Rock and Chinese checkers provided entertainment and the honoree received many useful gifts. Guests included Mrs Ernest Underwood, Mrs Clifford Pfannebecker, Mrs Gus Pfannebecker, Freeman Johnson, Mrs Charles Broshar, Mrs John Sufficool, Margaret Ward, Ruth Johnson, and Barbara Burton. Betty Hiatt and Enid Long sent gifts.
The Union corrects the sale date for Mrs Jas K Long. The public sale is now set for Thursday Dec 28 at the farm home northeast of Moravia. Also notes Christmas dinner guests Mr and Mrs Allen Hiatt with their son Wilbert Hiatt and family.
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