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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1932
Page
3
A weekly column proposes the highway commission replace or reposition stop signs on mud road approaches to guide motorists before reaching paved arteries. The idea aims to reduce early entry errors as drivers transition between mud roads and paved areas, noting many vehicles already halt near paving.
Moravia high school prepares for the state preliminary declamatory contest to be held in Fairfield on Thursday February 18. Ten of twelve speakers have prior experience and last year Moravia won top and runner up in the state preliminaries at Mystic.
The Moravia community pursues optimistic gatherings and mutual support amid national tension. The piece records local figures including John C. Rinehart’s biography and a curious anecdote about a baby’s four teeth, then cites editorials and a Spencer News-Herald prediction about Hoover and war policy.
The American Legion Auxiliary will sponsor a Washington program at nine o'clock Friday morning February 11 before the high school assembly. Included are an advance by Cobra Mrs Grace Veach song America invocation Mrs Kata Rogers solo Jean Shirley Albert talk George Washington and Americanism Rev Hawkins song Keep the Home Fires Burning. The public is invited and Auxiliary members are urged to attend.
Notice to qualified voters in Moravia districts Afpanocose and Monroe Iowa that the annual school election will be held at Moravia Town Hall on March 14, 1932, second Monday of March. Polls open noon to 7 pm. Directors and treasurer to be elected. terms specified. Dated February 16, 1932. Chester Broshear, Secretary.
A surprise cooperative supper was hosted at Dr C T Slavin's home Saturday in honor of Miss Lemen tine Tucker's birthday anniversary. Attending were Miss Tucker Mrs Stella Reich James and Charles Dr and Mrs D K Ore jee and Don Dr and Mrs Slavin and Noordon.
Appanoose County Masons marked the bi centennial birth of George Washington with a banquet and program hosted by Jackson lodge in Centerville. About 160 attended including 12 from Moravi. Reverend C A Field of Ottumwa delivered an address highlighting Washington’s life and character.
Moravia fans will watch the county champions play in town Friday at 7:30 as Cincinnati, the top high school team, travels to face Moravia. Cincinnati has two losses this season to Mystic and Centerville, while Moravia has shown improved form since meeting Cincinnati and hopes to win. Family admission is 36 cents, with similar pricing for Bugsey’s boys and girls teams next Tuesday.
The Union editors urge readers to report community news by phone or mail. They note readers already helping by sending facts, and invite more submissions to publish the local items.
Neighbors staged a playful mock wedding for Mr and Mrs Harvey Main’s 27th anniversary on Monday evening February 16. Mildred McCloud sang, a bridal party acted out vows, and Bellas Hose catalog style vows were read by Justice Margie Hough before a night of games music and homemade treats.
Mrs L G Calhoun Blanche Odessie daughter of Samuel and Eunice Long born April 1 1882 Rathbun Iowa died February 4 1982 Albuquerque New Mexico aged 49 years 9 months 16 days Married September 26 1904 to L G Calhoun four children Brook Derby Geraldine Derby Madelyn Rose and Eunice Also survived by a grandson four sisters and three brothers Funeral services at Iconigmy Christian church conducted by Rev Lloyd Ellis with burial in Icuaiua cemetery
Leo Jas VanDorin reports his Jersey cow delivered twin calves to boost farm, saying the twin birth is exactly what they needed. Master Leo VanDorin confirms the gain, noting it strengthens livestock prospects.
Mo ravia High School senior class and basketball squad surprised Vera Foster Boshak at her highway 60 home for her birthday. The celebration Thursday night featured games social time and late refreshments by Mrs Boshak. Attendees included Edna Burns Harriet Lea Main Mildred Smith Elizabeth Smith Norma Lee Firkins DeLoris Main Josephine Foster Nadine Donovan Louise Hawk Vera Foster Lucille Hawk and Mrs Boshak.
Mrs O A Hiatt visited her son F C Hiatt and wife for an extended stay. Otto Fisher and Cen terville guests joined cousins J T Hiatt and family. J M Tucker and Paul Criddlebaugh hosted Burton children at their home. Various families hosted or visited over the weekend including Powell Carter Hiatt Callen Scott and Hintt families.
Moravia Odd Fellows Rebekah lodge and families will meet Monday evening February 22 for a program and social time honoring George Washington. An entertaining program is being arranged. Each family should bring a covered dish and sandwiches.
Moravia high school boys basketball suffered a slump with 20 to 17 loss to Mystic and 18 to 12 loss to Russell. Morris led Moravia with 7 points against Mystic as the team battled to the end. in Russell the Moravia defense limited scoring but still fell short 18 to 12.
The King's Heralds and sponsor Mrs Stanfield met Jeral jdyn Winsler at Mrs Lynch's home for a Valentine party on February 13. After the business meeting, games followed and Valentines were passed out. Each member brought a guest and refreshments were served.
The Moravia Independent School District secretary Chester Broshear presents a ten year view of progress and finances. The district built a Frame Building in 1921 at 5000 dollars, then lost brick facilities to fire in 1924, while continuing classes in temporary spaces. Two new buildings cost about 70000 dollars with 50000 dollars in bonds issued. 14000 paid so far leaving 36000 bonded debt to be retired by 1944.
Church groups announce Bible School at 6 18, Murrel Hi Jolungon as superintendent. Morning worship 11 a m, Junior Otterbein Guild 6 30 p m, Christian Endeavor 7 p m with topic Desirable qualities in national leaders. Evening service 7 30, Ladies day session Wednesday at Mrs Nabe Main home. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening. Feb 18 Rev Ira Hawley of Toledo conference to speak at Belle United Brethren. Officers and friends urged to attend. Woman's Missionary Association meets Friday at Mrs Louise Oehler home. Wanda Lowe leader. Boy Scouts and Girls Scouts Saturday 7 30. Fairview Sunday School 8 45, Pearl Hiner superintendent. Morning worship 9 45. Young peoples choir Epworth League Tuesday evening George Washington service. Hilton Sunday School 10 a m Lewis Rouse superintendent. Lenten services 7 30 Friday. Community night Friday March 4 with play. If no church home, attend any of these churches. JW Zerbe, pastor.
Teonium Circuit announces Sunday schedule with Ralph Turner as superintendent. Morning worship at 11 am includes a choir and special number. Young People’s meeting at 7 pm precedes evening services at 7 30. Lenten services Thursday evening at 7 30.
The M. E. Church announces Sunday School at 0:46 p m and 10:30 a m services. Worship at 11 a m and 7 30 p m Evening worship and Weeley preaching at 9 30 a m. B G group meets with Pastor iiunking leading.
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