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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1932
Page
1
Berry Halden in the Charlton Herald Patriot urges U S delegates at Geneva to push for a complete disarmament program but warns against rash promises. He says nations must show willingness to disarm first and cautions that the dawn of peace is not yet here while urging readiness to defend possessions.
The Union prints opinion pieces from other papers to inform readers about present day questions. The editor notes these views are not Mora Union editors and may not reflect their opinions. The message closes with a call for renewed faith in people and institutions and a remark about European goodwill and money sent abroad.
Seniors chose R. C. Link Studio in Centerville for portrait pics after considering three photographers. No date set for proofs. Caps and gowns were approved by a close vote. A class play selection looms next, with talk of an annual possibly sponsored by the senior class.
A Junior class party occurred in the high school music room on Wednesday February 10 1932. It was sponsored by Mrs Whitehill the class sponsor and funded by the generous support of the junior class.
The article previews two good Friday games here against Cincinnati teams. It mentions Norma Lee Firkins teaching at Hedge College rural school, school songs, and support from loyal followers. A surprise party for Weary Boshak, upcoming birthday party for Norma Lee, and parties hosted by Mrs. Whitehill are noted. Junior Mason's antics and the approaching operetta practices and declamatory contest are included.
Last Thursday the Moravia School Band held a short meeting and elected officer for the year. John Pow is band leader James Reich as president Beulah Bishop as treasurer Dayton Dotson as roll taker Wendall Roberts as sergeant at arms Arthur Brown and Evelyn Morris as janitors. The band practices Thursdays and Fridays and, under director Mr. Caria, expects its first public concert soon.
First graders worked on Washington booklets and clay modeling exhibits while all grades enjoyed a Valentine party in the gym with games and class colors afloat. Refreshments by Mrs. Luge Miss Lavehelle and Miss McCloud delighted the students as seventh and eighth graders held a February 11 gathering with entertainment committees and homemade candy and popcorn halls. The group activity included writing a history as a main feature of the evening.
Vignettes describe pupils such as Maxine Tucker with a boyish bob and Vera Foster in study hall while Lyle Hough is punctual and Mildred Smith moves slowly up the aisle. Other items note Allen Mason admiring red hair, Albert Turner’s gaze, Phyllis Lemaster’s handwriting and Thelma Main’s reading, with Dwight Easter winking and Harry Jennings pondering the one and only.
Mrs Edgar Hall of 210 12th St Boone recounts chronic illness from a cold to stomach trouble skin rash and fatigue. After hearing about World's Tonic she uses it healing rash eyes appetite and energy in days. She claims others have benefited and urges men and women to obtain World's Tonic at Smiths and other drug stores.
Mrs Clara Teater visited at her mother Mrs Dykes home early this week. Mrs Howard Teater and daughters returned Sunday after a week at Warve Beaty’s in Numa. Leo Beaty called on his sister in law Mrs Howard Teater Monday. Hope Hornsley stayed Fri to Sun with Clarence Teater. Leta Foster with Faye Teater for a few days. Leta Foster and Faye Teater visited with Mrs Howard Teater and daughters Tuesday. Mrs Howard Teater and daughters spent Friday with Jessie and Vanchie Tarbell. George Hammond Velma spent a day at Jack Murphy’s. Clara Tenter and Ted left for Amey to attend Ace Dykes funeral. George Curtis helped at Howard Davis home. Josephine Murphy visited her sister Mia and Dorothy Sheldon Saturday.
Sun day visitors to Mt Pleasant include Mr and Mrs Orin Callen at the Cecil Hartaock home and Mr Kingery at Al bin sale. John Callen visited A F Woodcock and Charley Newman stayed with his sister and family. Others called at various homes and Ray Woodcock and H H Brown hosted callers. Postal carrier Dewey remains unable to carry mail.
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