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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1930
Page
5
Troy boys edged Moravia 23-17 in overtime after a 16-16 draw at end of regulation. Ennis Kaster no doubt sparked Moravia’s loss with a late basket as Troy spoiled Moravia’s home win streak.
Last Wednesday at 4 15 PM a group including Scoutmaster Pearl Munden M G Hall and George Milani visited Moravia to spark interest in starting a local Boy Scout troop. Milani described the idea at a recent Parent Teachers meeting.
In Moravia a group of 39 boys voiced desire for a Boy Scout troop. They passed tenderfoot tests in Iconium and filled out application blanks for parental signatures. Local leaders urged any organization to sponsor the Moravia troop to contact Mr Dorr at once to organize the sponsoring group.
The report covers class activities at the end of January. Freshmen reviewed the treasurer's report and planned a Valentine Eve party under sponsor Miss Griffin. Sophomores presented a student program with readings chosen by Vera Boshak chairing Edna Burns and Edward McCord. Junior and Senior classes discussed banquet plans and announcements respectively.
Moravia High School will enter the Sub-district Music Contest on March 11 12 13 at Oska loogza. Girls and Boys Glee Clubs and the orchestra represent Moravia with new pieces and extra practice after school. Glee Club members include Lois Davis Juanita Smith Norma Lee Firkins Nadine Donovan Vern Kaster Mae McDand Leona Kaster Dorothy Dodd DeLouis Main Lucille Hauk Opal Boyer Marjorie Morris Clellac Jones Vert Bashak. Boys Glee Club members include Neorden Slaving Harold Mason Veril Lagie Norman Firkins Allen Mason John Johnson Harris Stafford Kenneth Cullers Hal Swaim Pearl Broshay Forrest Sage Ernie Easter Barret Coffin. Orchestra members include Violins Noorden Slavin Barrett Coffin John Johnson DeLoris Main Mary Coffin Clarinets Harold Mason Norman Firkins Cornet Elton Hughes Piano Accompanist Mae McDanel. This is Moravia's first entry with strong musicians seen as likely state contenders. NF. 31
A Young Teachers Society gathering featured talks on respecting a child's feelings and age appropriate learning. Evelyn Hiatt and Reba Callen emphasized pupil personalities and constructive classroom conduct. Donald Darby discussed suitable books by grade, while other remarks reflected daily humor and ordinary exchanges.
The Moravia Home Declamatory Contest is set for Thursday February 6 in the school gym with a large crowd urged to attend. Contestants include Oratorical John Johnson Homer Minnick Barrett Coffin Clarence Sheldon and more performing readings such as Life Lessons The Bible of Democracy The Price of Man and Warriors of the Broken Sword. Musical entertainment by the High School Double Quartet and Girls Quartet directed by Miss Ellis is scheduled.
The annual declamatory contest at Oskaloosa featured John Fletcher Academy and New Sharon High School. Fern Kisor won oratory for New Sharon, Doris Anderson claimed dramatic for Oskaloosa, and Olene Cranston won humor for New Sharon.
Mrs Otie Whicker and Mrs Clarence Dowd were visitors in the First Grade Room last week. The boys in Miss Tarrs room have perfect attendance this six weeks. Miss Griffin and the Senior Normal Training Class visited the Second and Third Grade Rooms Thursday and Friday. Miss Maxine Jones visited the Fourth Fifth and Sixth Grade Rooms Friday. The Sixth Grade boys have perfect attendance this week. G BE 93
Moravia's second team edged Troy's second team in a rough curtain raiser last Friday. The game featured many loose balls and wild passes, but Moravia jumped out front and maintained the lead throughout. W. B. S. 30.
The advanced class studied china silverware and table linens and served one dinner. They cleaned every room in the Homemaking Department, improving appearance. Freshman girls prepared foods like cake sherbet croquettes and pork chops. They emphasize cooperation and effort.
The journalism club reports its largest enrollment ever this semester. It plans to trim members who contribute little while encouraging active writers to excel. New members show promise as some may replace older ones if they fail to meet standards.
Moravia High School receives partial basketball uniform order after volunteers fund the rest. Coach Glancy ordered eight suits two weeks ago. pants came first but shirts delayed. White satin pants with blue trim and white rayon shirts with blue Moravia lettering and large back numbers. The team planned to wear them against Russell on February 11 and at home versus Bidon on February 21.
The librarians met during a twenty minute period on Wednesday in the library. They discussed organizing books on the shelves and improving how readers locate them.
Visitors this week at Moravia Public School included Verg Foster Vivian Foster Jarnet Eblis Mary Louise Blumenstock Bill Blumenstock Ralph Davie and Richard Sneed. The faculty invites all interested parents to participate in pupil progress discussions.
The senior typewriting class reports net words per minute of 42 with 0.7 errors per minute, while junior typing emphasizes accuracy. Shorthand II nears a 90 wpm five minute test, and Shorthand I shows strong progress. The commercial department aims for another strong contest showing this year.
Report claims Misa A. H. and sister Hyed improved digestion after taking Adlerika. Ad claims gas relief and removal of waste matter, with better sleep and comfort. Smith Drug Store.
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