Coffins To Observe Golden Wedding Anniversary
Mr and Mrs Charles A Coffin plan a golden wedding anniversary open house on Sunday February 12 from 2 to 4 pm at their Moravia home They married February 14 1906 at the bride s parents home near Moravia Rev Coffin now in Lincoln Neb They raised a family with three sons Carl Clell Paul and a daughter Mrs Garland Houser a total of five grandchildren and other relatives in Iowa and Texas Germany and abroad
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles A. Coffin
Moravia
Jonathan Coffin
Evangelical United Brethren Church
Carl
Promise City
Clell
Paul
Tuleta
Texas
Garland Houser
Centerville
Duane Coffin
Joyce
Jerry Houser
P. D. Coffin
John D.”~Copeland
Manheim
Germany
Band Mothers Hear Music Group Plans Meeting
The Band Mothers club met Friday afternoon at the schoolhouse. Mrs. George Firkins presided as president. Music director Mr. Sloan spoke during the business session. The girls trio, girls glee club, and Mr. Sloan performed. Refreshments of dessert and coffee were served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Band Mothers Club
George Firkins
Sloan
Girls Glee Club
Rebekahs Present Emblem at Moulton Lodge Meeting
Mrs Verta Hoffman Mrs Mettie Roland Mrs Gladys Harsh Mrs Fern Hudgens Helen Lou Stocker Clara Irelan Mrs Lelia Spencer Mrs Katherine Chorley Mr and Mrs Raymond Ashby attended the Moulton Rebekah meeting Thursday evening where the ladies presented the traveling emblem to the Moulton lodge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Verta Hoffman
Mettie Roland
Gladys Harsh
Fern Hudgens
Helen Lou Stocker
Clara Irelan
Lelia Spencer
Katherine Chorley
Raymond Ashby
Moulton Rebekah
Moulton Lodge
Franklin Farmers Meet Deliberates and Schedules Sled Party
The Franklin Farmers held a Feb 6 1956 meeting at Dick Sweeden's home with 11 members present. Minutes and treasurer's report were read. The group pledged the flag, welcomed new members Tony Sneeden and Richard Per Ty, and planned a sled riding party at Donnie Argo's on Feb 7 at 7:00. Refreshments were served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin Farmers
Dick Sweeden
Donnie Argo
Tony Sneeden
Richard Per+ Ty
Charles
Charlotte McAninch
Connie
Max MecAninch
Dean Ammons
James
Orville McAninch
Tony
Richard Perry
Jim McAninch
Roy Argo
Robert Sweeden
Rosalie Sweeden
Charles McAninch
Brown son joins 511th Airborne at Fort Campbell
John L. Brown, son of Mr and Mrs William Brown of Moravia route 2, has been assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company of the 511th Airborne Infantry, part of the 511th Airborne Division Angels, stationed at Fort Campbell Kentucky as a wireman. Jack Kaster left for induction in Des Moines and was sent to Camp Chaffee Arkansas after three days there. A family dinner Sunday honored him with Mr and Mrs Orph Kaster and other relatives present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L. Brown
William Brown
Moravia
511Th Airborne Infantry
511Th Airborne Division
Angels
Fort Campbell
Kentucky
Jack Kaster
Army
Des Moines
Camp Chaffee
Arkansas
Orph Kaster
Ray Darrah
Centerville
Harold Brown
Janice
Lacona Girls Win Sectional Meet Advancing to District Play
Lacona girls basketball beat Knoxville 55 to 50 to reach the sectional final, then defeated Pella 52 to 45 to win the sectional. They advance to district play next week in Chariton. Coach Bill C. Luse, formerly of Moravia, leads the Lacona team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lacona
Knoxville
Pella
Chariton
Bill C. Luse
Moravia
LeCompte Enters Congressional Race for Fourth District
Congressman Karl M. LeCompte announces reelection bid in the Republican primary in June. First elected in 1938, he is serving his ninth term and has built a record of district support, farm aid advocacy, and discreet public service on the Foreign Affairs Committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Karl M. LeCompte
Congress
Hoegh
Martin
Gillette
LeCompte
Eisenhower
iEisenhower
House Committee On Foreign Affairs
Twentieth Century Reading Club Meeting Highlights
The Twentieth Century Reading club met Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. Emery Hiatt. Rotl call was quotations from famous men. Mrs. Preston Hedgecock read The Art of Living by J. Richard Sneed. Mrs. Craver spoke on Flowers in the Holy Land with items pressed in 1902. Mrs. Campbell discussed the Big Ben clock in London. Guests included Mrs. Hart and Terry Nash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twentieth Century Reading Club
Emery Hiatt
Rotl
Preston Hedgecock
J. Richard Sneed
C. W. Craver
Holy Land
Ted Campbell
London
Mra
R. ©. Hart
Terry Nash
Rook Party Held by E. T. C. Oldb Members
E T C club members and husbands enjoyed a rook party Friday night hosted by Mr and Mrs George Fir ina with assist from Mr and Mrs R R Pennington and Mr and Mrs Harry Du Vall. Winners were Curtis Burton and Mrs Leonard Palmer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. T. C. Club
George Firina
R. R. Pennington
Harry DuVall
Rook
Curtis Burton
Leonard Palmer
Free Family Visits Mrs. Jones on Sunday Afternoon
Mr and Mrs Kenneth Free and daughter Elaine spent Sunday afternoon with Elaine's grandmother Mrs Jones, sharing time at the family home.
E. U. B. Ladies Aid Dinner Menu Feb 15
The E U B Ladies Aid will serve dinner on February 15 at the church. The menu includes fish fillets tarter sauce potato salad or scalloped potatoes green beans Harvard beets apple jello salad rolls butter jelly cherry pie and whipped creem coffee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. U. B. Ladies Aid
Harvard
CacrcarS Church Schedule Announces Sunday Services
CacrcarS Church of the Nazarene presents Rev. Donald Thurman as pastor with Frank Woodward as Sunday School Superintendent. Services begin at 11:00 a.m. worship and 6:45 p.m. evangelistic service, 7:30 p.m. junior society. Cottage prayer meeting set for February 15 at Levi Robinsons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of the Nazarene
Donald &. Thurman
Frank .Woodward
Peoples Meeting
Levi Robinson
Evangelical United Brethren Church June Meeting Schedule
Rev. Lynn J. King presides as minister with Earl Boyer Sunday School Superintendent. Services include Sunday School at 10:00 a.m., morning worship at 10:55 a.m., Boys and Girls Fellowship at 6:45 p.m., Youth Fellowship at 6:45 p.m., and evening service at 7:30 p.m. Church night on Wednesday February 8 features cooperative supper at 6:30 and program after. W S W 8 meets Emery Hiatt home Friday at 2 p.m. Young Adult Fellowship Saturday evening February 11.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evangelical United Brethren Church
Lynn J. King
Earl Boyer
Emery Hiatt
Grace Methodist Church Weekly Schedule with Rev Grenfell
Grace Methodist Church announces Sunday School at 10 00 a m and morning worship at 11 00 a m Pastor Rev John Grenfell and speaker Rev Wauneta McConnell. Junior choir at 6 00 pm and evangelistic service at 7 30 pm. Choir practice Monday Feb 13 7 30 at Pearl Black residence. School of Missions Tuesday Feb 14 7 30 led by Mr Ralph Turner. W S C S meets Wednesday Feb 15 at 1 35 at the church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Methodist Church
John Grenfell
Bert Tuttle
Wauneta McConnell
Carol Main
Pearl Black
School
Sunday Church Schedule and Bible Study Outline
Mrs pa Mais announces the church timetable with Superintendent duties at 10 a.m. Sunday School at 11 a.m. Communion at 2:30 p.m. and a Bible study on Daniel 9 continued, with Mrs Marshall Perry leading in connection with the second Psalm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pa Mais
Daniel Srd
Marshall Perry
Pairview Grace Methodist Church Service Schedule
The text lists Pairview Grace Methodist Church main station Blackatone with Pastor and Mr A Rermalt Gladfelder as Sunday School Superintendent. Sunday School begins at 9 00 a.m. followed by worship at 9 40 a.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pairview Gracee Methodist Ae
Blackatone
A Rermalt Gladfelder
Farewell Party for Geo McCombs Family Moves to Farm
A surprise farewell was held at the George Rae home Monday as the McCombs family prepares to relocate to a farm northeast of Albia. Neighbors shared pie and coffee after socializing, with many local families listed among the attendees. The gathering expressed warm wishes for the move and new home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Rae
Leo Hoffman
Richard
Kenny
Robert Jennings
Hazell Hellyer
Delbert Calhoun
Karl Lee
Raymond Perry
Gary
Clarence Whitehead
Sandra
Bobby
Hugh McFatridge
B. F. Whitehead
Larry Lee
Basil Herteen
Stella Arg
Closing Out Sale at Udell Area Farm
Lionel A. Spring announces a closing jour sale one mile northeast of Udell on Friday February 17. Watch next week's Union for a complete list of items and details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lionel A. Spring
Udell
Eastern Star practice and meeting schedule noted
The Eastern Star lists a practice night at 7 00 Friday Feb 20 and a regular meeting at 7 30 Tuesday evening Feb 14 with initiation conducted by Moore W M and Vera Bishop serving as secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eastern Star
Moore
W. M. Vera
Bishop
Newly Weds Injured In Auto Accident
Mr and Mrs Mihalovich were married at St Anthony church Rathbun Saturday and hospitalized after a rain storm crash. They slid into a muddy spot, hit embankment and rocks. Mrs Mihalovich suffered concussion lacerations and a broken rib with fifteen stitches. She was released but remains under observation at Pickett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arid Ma
Daring Mihalovich
St. Anthony Catholic
Rathbun
Pickett
Arkinsad
Mitélovithh
Mage
Moravia Band Members Attend Coasting Party Tuesday
Members of the Moravia band and their instructors Mr Sloan and Mrs Sloan enjoyed a coasting party at Clarence Whitehead’s Tuesday evening. A marshmeal feast was also enjoyed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moravia Agin Band
Sloan
Roli
Jerry Pettibone Rejoins Family After Alaska Service
Jerry Pettibone returned Thursday from Fort Keogh Washington where he completed his two years in Alaska with discharge from the service. Mrs Pettibone has been staying with his parents Mr and Mrs Don Pettibone and worked at the Success Barber Supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerry Pettibdge
Fort Kewls
Washington
Alaska
Pancake Day at Veach Implement Company
Pancake day returns on Wednesday February 15 at Veach Implement with free pancakes and coffee from 10:80 to 3:00. Attendees can view new tractors and farm equipment including TA torque amplifier and hydra-touch TH hydraul ic system. Veach staff will demo machines with entertainment and door prizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Veach Implement Company
Veach Implement
Great Granddaughter of Orin Davis Dies
Donna Jean Krusemark infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Krusemark near Knoxville died at Blank Memorial hospital Des Moines February 3. Born at Marene hospital Oskaloosa February. Funeral services held Richardson funeral home Carlisle February 5 with burial in Hartford cemetery. Mrs. Krusemark is daughter of Mrs. Russell Davis Hartford and granddaughter of Orin Davis Moravia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donna Jean
Clarence Krusamari
Knoxville
Blank Memorial Hospital
Des Moines
Marene Hospital
Oskaloosa
Richardson
Carlisle
Hartford
Krusemark
Russell Davis
Orin Davis
Moravia
Past Matrons Social at Mrs John Johnson’s Home
Past Matrons met Tuesday evening at the country home of Mrs. John Johnson for a social hour and a serving of delicious refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Johnson
Reeves-Mihalovich Vows In Double Ring Ceremony
Mihalovich and Reeves united in a double ring wedding at St. Anthony's Rathbun with Father Victor Ranly officiating. The bride wore a nylon net lace bodice gown with a nylon net veil and carried calla lilies. Attendants included Ellen Totley as flower girl and Michael Hampton as ring bearer. A reception followed at the Continental hotel. Guests traveled from Kansas City, Kynxville, Tracy, Burlington, Sigourney, Ottumwa, Exline, Moravia, Mystic, Numa, Cincinnati, Moulton, Russell, and Promis...
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tleta Reeves
William Reeves
Moulton
Dan F. Mihalovich
Dan Mihalovich
Moravia
Victor Ranly
St. Anthony's Catholic Eres
Rathbun
Lewis Widmer
Treasa Todey
Panis Angelileus
Ellen Totley
Michael Hampton
Centerville
Paw Mihalovich
Donald
Hampton
Mike Chebuhar
Continental
Don Easter
Sigourney
Bill Baterich
Eva Reeves
Mystic
Ann Mihalovich
Mihalovich
Centerville High School
Gambles Store
Mihajevich
John Deere
Ottumwa
E. Orchard
Kansas City
Kynxville
Tracy
Burlington
Exline
Numa
Cincinnati
Russell
Promise
March of Dimes Drive Ends This Week
Rev. John Grenfell reports the polio drive ends this week with contributions sought by Saturday low on notes. Funds, including $113 from local stores, come from coffee fundraisers held in homes. He thanks everyone for efforts and cooperation in making the year’s drive a success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Grenfell
Satunday
Grepféli
Moravia Beats Melrose 62-61 In Thrilling Fri Night Finish
Moravia and Melrose met in Moravia with Melrose leading 34-29 at halftime and 49-42 after three. Larry Plautinbecker sank a game winning shot in the final seconds as Moravia notched its second win over Melrose this season. Moravia improves to 19-5 while Melrose stands 18-7. Luse 19, McCord 16, Melrose trio with 16 each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Larry Plautinbecker
Finnalé
Larry
Peter
Moravia
Melrose
Luse
McCord
Motravia
Moravia Boys
Moravne
Sister of Ralph Shelquist Died in Pasadena at 52
Miss Mabel Shelquist former Monroe county teacher died Friday in Pasadena California. Her body arrived in Albia Tuesday. Services scheduled today at 2:00 PM at the EUB church in Albia. Surviving are brothers Ray Albia and Ralph Moravia and sister Mrs Kent Hollydale California. Preceded by parents and brothers Leo and Harry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mabel Shelquist
Monroe’ County
Ralph ShelQuist
Moray
Pasadena
Calif
Lewis
Albia
Apadey
the. E. U. B
X Owen Kent
Hollydale
Gita
Anna Shelquist
Monroe County
Indianapolis
Ind
California
Ray Shelquist
Moravia
Kent
Leo
Harry
Local News Roundup of Visits and Snow Delay
Mr and Mrs Truxton Dicka returned Tuesday night from a two week visit in California where their son Donald is stationed. En route they were stranded with 125 cars in a Glen Roe snow storm from Friday to Monday. Others visiting included Frank Wilson for Sunday dinner at Nell Rousseau in Sevilla and multiple neighbors who attended a Drake Iowa State game in Des Moines Tuesday. A fellowship gathering and cooperative supper was held Monday at the country home of Mr and Mrs Faye Paxston with hymn sing and prayers led by Rev Donald Thurman. Mrs Bayard Neff of Rockford Wisconsin plans a week with her mother Flora Jones and sister Mrs Kenneth Free. Mr Neff and sons will visit for the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Truxton Dicka
Donald
California
Donald Dicks
Glen Roe
Texas
Frank Wilson
Wiater
Nell Rousseau
Sevilla
Clair Lincox
Faye Paxston
Donald Thurman
Freeman Johnson Admitted To Offutt AFB Hospital
Freeman Johnson of Moravia was admitted to the Offutt Air Force Base hospital in Omaha Nebraska on February 1st. Those wishing to write him may send cards to Ward 3 3902nd U.S. A.F. Hospital Omaha Nebraska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeman Johnson
Moravia
Offutt Air Force Base
Omaha
Nebraska
U.S. A.F
Nebr
F. H. A. Bake Sale Set for Spencer's Grocery
The F. H. A. girls plan a bake sale at Spencer's Grocery Store on Saturday February 11 starting at 6 PM. Proceeds benefit club activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spencer's
Blakesburg Girls Rally For Narrow District Final Win
Blakesburg girls basketball, 29-2, edged Moravia 50-49 in the sectional final to reach district play at Chariton. Moravia led early, Moravia’s Martin 22 paced the loss. Helmick 20, Anderson 18, Thompson 12 led Blakesburg. Moravia beat Mystic 55-51 to reach finals. seven players graduate this season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blakesburg
Moravia
Martin
Walker
Easter
Helmick
Anderson
Thompson
Mystic
MHS Girls
Kruzich
Albert Tubaughs Honored on Anniversary
After church Sunday Mr and Mrs Albert Tubaugh found their sons and families waiting to surprise them on their 48th wedding anniversary February 2. Daughters in law baked three cakes and a cooperative dinner was served at noon. Present were Ralph Tubaugh, Mary and Larry. Russell Tubaugh and family. Ray Tubaugh and family of Belle Plaine. Ray Tubaugh and family. Richard Tubaugh and Janiece of Moravia. Afternoon callers were Clarence Horn of Moulton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Tubaugh
Ralph Tubaugh
Mary
Larry
Russell Tubaugh
Familly
Ray Tubaugh
Belle Plaine
Richard Tubaugh
Janiece
Moravia
Clarence Horn
Moulton
E T C Club Meets At Mrs George Firkins Home
The E T C club gathered Thursday afternoon at Mrs George Firkins for their regular meeting. Roll call asked what you do when you feel blue. Mr Firkins led entertainment. Prize winner was Mrs Edna Hiatt. Mrs Fred Schneider won the door prize. Refreshments included fruit salad with whipped cream cake and oats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. T. C. Club
George Firkins
Mr. Firkins
Edna Hiatt
Fred Schneider
Des Moines Parents Welcome Son Mark Edward Outkamp
My and Mrs Arnold Outkamp of Des Moines announce the birth of their son Mark Edward born February 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arnold Outkamp
Des Moines
Mark Edward
Also Mentioned on This Page
Vy Ottumwe Courter
Rebekahs
Bill Lus
Emery Batt
EB. T. C. Oldb
Rook Party
Kenneth Free
Elaine
Mrs. Jones
U. B. Menu
Cacrcars
Geo. McCombs
Membhes
Jerry Fi
Suns
Reeves
March of Dimes Drive
Meeks
Melrosé
SODAY
Ralph
Bayard Neff
Rockford, W
Flora Jones
Neff
Clifton
H. A Bane Sale
MHS
Moravia Girls
Loretta Witt
Judy Martin
Sharon Walker
Rosalie Sneeden
Loretta Helmick
Margaret Condra
Trene Tadlock
Cedar
Chastton
Pella Christian
Bussey
Corydon
BM Luge
Albert Tubaughs
EE. T. C. Club
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