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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1937
Page
5
A nostalgic Moravia Union issue closes 1937 with thanks to readers and contributors. It recalls Christmas cravings, trains, and dolls, then outlines 1938 resolutions, local anecdotes from Hibbing and Iowa, and reflective travel advice to slow down life.
Effie Eldora Powell died December 21 1987 at Winthrop Arkansas aged 70 years 2 months 21 days born October 1 1867 near Hiattsville moved through two marriages to Elvin D Ketchum 1888 and G G Powell 1910 survived by husband son Myrl L D two grandchildren four stepchildren sister and brothers and nieces and nephew funeral Sunday at Wesley Chapel church with Rev Charles L Ellis burial Denny cemetery near Hiattsville
Moravia Masonic and Eastern Star lodges announce a joint installation at Antiquity Lodge hall next Monday evening January 3. Installation starts at 8 o clock with social time to follow. all members and families are invited to attend.
The Rev. and Mrs. W. J. Hastie observe their 50th wedding anniversary at home in Albia this Wednesday with relatives and friends visiting throughout the day.
Jay Main was exonerated after sheriff Tremmel and coroner Reynolds ruled an accidental death. An unidentified 70 year old pedestrian was struck while walking on the right side of southbound Highway 149 north of Ottumwa at about 5 30 p m Sunday. Main said he could not see the man and both were traveling south. The coroner declared the death accidental.
Moravia Iowa Moravia Bank deposits in the Moravia office of Iowa Trust and Savings Bank rose above 56000 during the past week a new high for the six month old institution. Manager John Dille notes gradual growth since opening with deposits above 50000 for two to three months and says the number of accounts is increasing.
Orph Kaster expects to open a pool hall in Moravia within a few days. He has leased the Armour building two doors north of the bank and will install equipment as repairs are completed. The Kaster venture was previously in the Whitton building and was destroyed by fire weeks ago.
Rumor spread on a radio broadcast that a man named George McCrory was killed at Fremont Nebraska. Relatives sought confirmation from the Fremont sheriff and then from Howard Evans. Evans reported that the deceased was not George McCrory of Moravia.
Maudetta Halden chosen by Chariton high school faculty to represent Chariton in the county for a DAR Good Citizenship Pilgrim trip. She and three other girls were selected for qualities of dependability service leadership and patriotism. Names go to County Superintendent for district and state level review, with final selection by a state regent committee. The Washington trip includes all expenses and educational tours. medals awarded at Continental Congress opening night.
A large group of Moravia Odd Fellows and visitors from Moulton observed the lodge homecoming Tuesday evening. Following the meeting card games and an oyster supper were enjoyed. A benefit pitch party is announced at the Legion Hall next Tuesday evening, Van 4. Oysters will be served. all men invited.
A New Years dinner is hosted by the Christian Church with tickets priced at 25e. Proceeds support church programs and community outreach during the holiday season.
Word has been received here of the death of Leonard A. Smyser at his home in Alhambra California. He was 88 years old at the time of death. Burial was at Alhambra. Mr Smyser's passing was announced amid a family Christmas gathering.
Allen Hiatt suffered two broken ribs from a fall on ice last week causing significant pain and limited activity. Medical treatment was sought to manage the injuries and support recovery.
Moravia Co-Operative Marketing Association sent a fixed load of livestock to the St Louis market on Wednesday. Charles Clester of Chicago attended with Moravia residents including Elsie Clester and family. The event included a cooperative supper in connection with Moravia and Mrs Clester, with well-filled baskets brought for a community celebration. People invited to attend services and partake in the holiday gatherings at Ceblervile, as pastor CHAS. L. ELLIS leads services beginning Sunday evening into the new year.
Moravia Greyhounds beat Mystic 28 to 17 in a close conference game as Moravia’s girls battled back from an early deficit to tie 24 all. Phyllis Hiatt injured a knee in the third quarter, Walters came in, and Moravia edged Mystic in the final minutes, keeping the lead for a hard fought win. Joint notes describe Moravia’s new royal blue uniforms and a busy local social scene surrounding the game.
A seller, Dick Hellyer, thanks the Moravia Union for publishing a classified ad that advertised seven three male hogs and led to quick sales. Buyers came thick and fast after the notice appeared and the hogs were sold.
After a week off for holidays Moravia high school basketball teams resume action next Monday facing Blakesburg on the focal floor. Games were moved from December 16 due to icy roads. rural eighth graders may enter free with a signed teacher slip.
Representative Lloyd Thurston of Iowa's Fifth District announces his candidacy for United States Senate on the Republican ticket. Born in Iowa and a long-time resident, he served in the Spanish and World Wars, four years in the Iowa Senate, seven terms in Congress, surviving landslides and earning endorsements from district citizens. He hopes to extend his public service to all Iowans with continued approval.
The notice invites participation in Bible studies each Thursday evening and Bible school Sunday morning with evening services. It states all are welcome and mentions starting a study on the first letter of John. Last Sunday evening offered a lesson on practical Christian living. The subject for next Sunday is not announced.
United Brethren announces Sunday services with M. K E Blackman as superintendent. Worship at 11 a.m. Junior C. E. at 2 30 p.m. YT B C E U at 6 30 p.m. Evening service at 7 30 p.m. Womens Aid Society Wednesday afternoon. A cordial invitation to all. Pastor YT d Zikee?
Moravia church services listed for Sunday with morning worship at 11, Sunday school at 10, Epworth League at 6, preaching at 7 30. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening. Wooley Chapel morning worship at 9 30. Sunday school at 10. Annual New Year social planned near Friday under class leaders.
Many Moravia families shared cooperative Christmas dinners at multiple homes including DuValls Winalers Massmans and Browns with guests from Centerville Kirksville and Des Moines. The gatherings featured children programs and gift exchanges as plans to move the Zahnisers to Colorado end the year.
A long list of holiday hosts and guests appears, including Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Hicks, Mrs. Phrana Turner, Mrs. Iva Blackwell, J. J. Allem, Bessie and Arthur Donavan, and others. The gatherings feature Des Moines, Chariton, Centerville, and Kansas City connections with extended family visits and festive meals.
Mr and Mrs H E Watts hosted a family dinner Sunday with Bruce Watts and two children from Ottumwa Earl Brain and children from Hedrick Clarence Tyrrel and their children from Granger Paul Watts and children from Wood. Wye Brain and son Merle from Doniphan Nebraska Will Thaden and son Merle visited from Doniphan Chester Sanders and son Royce Earl Boardman and daughters Dorothy and Wilma W F Boardman K P Olson and daughter Clarbell of Turlock California and Belle Rhee of Centerville attended.
A recent enjoyable gathering was held at the country home of Alfred Carlson. Participants included the Carl Davis family of Sidney Nebraska the Curtis Burton and Freman Jolly families W E Hiatt Mrs Mary Putman and Mrs Emma Lathrop all of Moravia.
Mr and Mrs Jack Luse of Moravia celebrate their 61st wedding anniversary at their home three miles south of town. Children, grandchildren and great grandchildren joined in a day of visiting and reminiscence. He will be 83 next April and she 78, with health good though Mrs Luse uses a wheelchair after a fall last year.
Lige Simmons of Moravia suffered a painful knee injury last Wednesday after falling on ice and striking his knee on the blade of an axe he carried. He works as an outsider fabricator in timbering and is described as badly hurt. Mr and Mrs Feed Tilimont hosted a company gathering at Hohner Pasody that evening.
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