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Newspaper

Moravia Union

Location

Moravia, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1948

Page

3

Moravia Girls Triumph Dream Opponents? (incomplete OCR)

Moravia's teams faced Melrose in Melrose with Melrose holding the upper hand in both games. Reserves score Melrose 39 Moravia 18 as P Navin led Melrose with 9 while Smith and Harris tied Moravia on 6. The boys sectional tourney opens in Albia Feb 23 with Moravia vs Seymour at 9:30 and other Monday and Thursday games listed.

Moravia Melrose Smith Harris Mo Funks P. Navin Albia Mancay Seymour Bakesburg Cincinnati Lovilla Mystic Numa Promise City Russell Albia Moravia Mohawks Aloia Blakesburg Mohawks Kauzlarich Romermen FG. KT. F. T.P. Kauzlarich Priskey Winsler Rick Easter Code O F. TP. Hiner Vhs A Scieszinaki Whicker S Hannam Tracy Harris A Sears Gladfelder Paxston F. F.T. Smith Tl Harris Moore Roar D. Jud Jed Melrose Name Hannem FG. Br. F Fr. i Broshar Scieszinski Hiner Aracy Sears Tuta

Monroe Bureau Hosts Interesting Speakers Event

Monroe Township Farm Bureau met Tuesday February 10 at Hilton Hall with an oyster soup supper. Mrs. Frank Wilson Mrs. Ralph Shelquist and Mrs. Roy Polson led committees. incomes tax speaker W. K. Cash discussed depreciation records and deductions. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Roy Kenton of Rhode Island and Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Wilson of Yuma Arizona. Kenton a sailor spoke of his naval service and travel. other notes covered regional views and a talk on Ladinus coins by Mr. Wilbun.

Monroe Township Burreau Hilton Hall Frank Wilson Ralph Shelquist Roy Polson Harold Mason W. K. Cash Mr. Cash Roy Kenton Rhode Island Leonard Wilson Yuma Ariz Mcenroe U. S Baal Gumal Fahd Mia Kenton Thea Calid Whey Ma Sue Tune

Benefit games dated for Moravia and Moulton teams

Coach Forbes announces two infantile paralysis benefit games. On Feb 19 Moravia teams visit Moulton minus seniors, and on March 2 Moulton teams visit Moravia, again without seniors. Forbes provides a detailed girls team player report. 19 wins, 1 tie, 5 losses in 25 games.

Forbes Ates Moravia Moulton

Wolf Hunt Planned by Ap panoose County Club

Don Wolf reports that Ap panoose County Sportsmen Inc will sponsor a fox and wolf hunt to protect farms north of Cincinnati. Hunters from multiple towns will meet at designated farms and meet points at 1 pm, forming a large circle directed by an airplane. Rifles and pistols are forbidden. pelts will be shared among those with dogs.

Don Wolf Appanoose County Sportsmen, Inc Cincinnati Corydon Seymour Numa Promise City Plano Vicinities Harry Gault Centerville Moulton Mor‘ovia Exline Mystic Unionville Udell Airport Road New Rock Island

Mrs Dille to mark 88th birthday with open house

Mrs Mary Dille would observe her 88th birthday Sunday February 22. She resides with her son and daughter in law John and Mrs Dille who planned an open house that has been canceled because Mrs Dille’s daughter in law was called to LaPata Missouri due to illness of her mother in law Mrs John Allen.

Mary Dille John Dille LaPata John Allen Frank Swaim Bing Howard Smith Des Moines Mrv Chester Saunders Ifiuttsville W. C. Bivin Join Whicker Bobby Carl Hiatt Ira Cox Allerton Amos McGhehy Emma Wood Earl Campbell John Tadlock Adrian Gay Virgil Earl Menderson Janice of Anna Sharp Severa Henderson John Sharp Hendersons Clifford Paxston Kone John Packard Kenosha Wis W. Dayton Perry Dale Callen Riley Callen Addie Swain Basil Swaim Drakesville John Tadiock Richard Veitch O. K. Day Ben Coup Blakuslung Isullovktan Jennie Pollard Mer Jdlay Elle Diet Ida Powell Leonid Wilsun Yuna Ariz Frank Wolson Wriday Duhu Dubason Leonard Weil Ovelinene KG. Hawklou W. A. Smith Welliuan University Hospital Lowe City Jutson Wo. Jonnoun Alla Torsulis Bred Detson Mug Julia

Taylor Aids Enjoy Dinner at Elsons

The Taylor Aids held a cooperative dinner last Wednesday February 11 at Mrs M H Elsons home. Several husbands attended the meeting with Mrs Robert Poster in charge of the business portion. Reports on Schools and the Necessity of a County Health Nurse were presented by Mrs Art Pox and Mrs Kenneth Condra. The group guessed a game and began a quilt for the hostess. The next meeting is set for March 10 with Mrs Karl Fischer.

Taylor Aids M. H. Elson Robert Poster Art Pox Kenneth Condra Fox Karl Fischer

Kensington Club Men Fete "Better Halves" on Lincoln Birthday

Kensington Club men hosted a dinner for their better halves at the Legion Hall on Lincoln's Birthday. Auxiliary matrons served a lavish meal with patriotic and Valentine motifs. Plans to host at Mae and Gus Luse’s farm were spoiled by weather. members instead enjoyed town hospitality. Committee: Alonzo Turner, Art Fox, Gus Luse, Albert Witherby.

Kensington Club Legion Hall Mae Gus Luse Alonzo Turner Art Fox Albert Witherby

Double Light club holds party at Bisby home

Double Light club members met Thursday evening at Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Bisby's home with Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Coulson assisting. Four tables of cards played. High scores won by Mr. and Mrs. Ton Pettibone, Mrs. Howard Evans, and Harold Mason. Kenneth Cundra took the riveting prize. Refreshments of sandwiches, cherry ice cream pie and coffee served. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Persi bene and Mr. and Mrs. Dun Wulf.

Double Light Club L. F. Bisby C. C. Coulson Ton Pettibone Howard Evans Harold Mason Kenneth Cundra Persibene Dun Wulf

Preacher Exchange At Aller ton Church Service

The Rev. FLA Hahn and Rev. H A Doke of the Church of the Negerone at Aller ton will exchange pulpit duty next Sunday with their topic on Stewardship. All are invited. local traditions and greetings noted as central to the event.

Fla. Hahn H. A. Doke Church of the Negerone Allerton Sergipps

Arrange Program For Easter Services At Moravia Churches

A committee selected last week arranged a 7 30 P M Easter Sunday program at the Moravia Methodist church inviting all town churches and interested persons to participate. A Tuesday meeting set 2 P M Sunday for first practice at the church. Pre Easter services by the Moravia Ministerial Association to be held Tuesday through Friday nights at the four churches with a complete program to appear in The Union.

Kart Tuttle Moravia Methodist

Eastern Stars Hold School of Instruction in Moravia

Moravia Chapter O.B.S. held its annual school of instruction and inspection on Tuesday afternoon and evening with District Instructor Mrs. Pearl Hunter of Blakesburg present. A supper at the Methodist church featured corsages for Mrs. Hunter and Mrs. Loyd Carter, while Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Dicks received similar tokens. The Moravia Junior Glee Club sang, members from neighboring lodges attended, and gifts were given to the Worthy Matron and Worthy Patron, the Hubb. The Past Matrons Club hosted a luncheon in honor of Mrs. Hunter and Mrs. Carter with 14 members attending.

Moravia O.B.S Pearl Hunter Blakesburg Methodist Church Hunter Loyd Carter Samuel Dicks Moravia Junior Glee A. Burton Howard Smith Harold Hudgens Masonic Hall

Special Meeting Of Antiquity Lodge Confers Two Degrees

At a special meeting of Antiquity Lodge on Monday evening two first degrees were conferred. Candidates were O. C. Raster and Donald Whitehead. Harry Pearson, junior warden, served a spaghetti supper with all the trimmings at the close.

O. C. Raster Donald Whitehead Harry Pearson

Women’s Society Meeting Highlights Seed Sowing Talk

The February meeting of the Women’s Society of Christian Service of the EUB church met at 7:30 p.m. at Mrs. A. O. Main’s home. Mrs. Hawk led the lesson on We Press On in Fellowship and Seed Sowing by the Word, with scripture read by Mrs. Hammond. Talks covered the study book Committed Unto Us. guests included Mrs. Leonard Wilson of Yuma, Ariz, and a letter from Africa missionaries Rev. and Mrs. L. C. Shirley.

W.8 Main Earl Rabuck Harry DuVall John Dille Charles Coffin Ted Campbell Rabuck Hawk L. C. Shirley Africa Leonard Wilson Yuma, Ariz

Coffins Observe Wedding Anniversary

Mr and Mrs Garland House and Joyce and Jerry Coffin of Centerville spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Charles Coffin. The Coffins observed their wedding anniversary on February 14 with a dinner and also marked Mr Houser Paul Duffin of Tulers Texas called his parents to congratulate them on the occasion.

Garland House Joyce Jerry Centerville Charles Coffin Houser Paul Duffin Tulers Texas

Valentine Luncheon Tea Aids Charity Drive

A Friday afternoon event from 3 to 5 pm at Mrs. Karl Tuutle’s home drew over thirty women. Hosted by Mrs. Tuutle and Mrs. Veuch, with Mrs. Gerald Morgan and Mrs. Garret McDonough serving at the tea table. Proceeds support the "We Bald Together" project of the Alvthudist church.

Huld Valentine Valentine Karl Tuutle John Veuch Demisting Gerald Morgan Garret McDonotgh

Sprains Ankle as Usual at Sunday School Runal

Miss Mabel Coglson sustained a badly sprained left ankle during a Sunday School event. She was unable to attend. she remains homebound with crutches for assistance and recovery.

Mabel Coglson Suinlay Runal Te EU

Local Church Services and Schedule Announced

Moravia Grace Methodist Church lists services with Pastor John C. Davis at 11:00 am and Sunday School at 10:00 am with Delmar Dowd as superintendent The Laymen will lead the 9:45 am Wesley Chapel preaching next Sunday Kenneth Daniels heads Sunday School at Church of Christ Eugene McCrory leads worship at 11:00 am Readings cover Matthew chapters 1 2 and 8 Women’s council meeting set for Wednesday at Mrs Harry DuVall’s home

Grace Methodist Church Moravia John C. Davis Pastop Delmar Dowd M. Y. F. Group Mra Karl Tuttle Wesley Chapel Kenneth Daniels Church of Christ Clarence Schaffner Eugene McCrory Matt Women’s Council Harry DuVall

Evangelical United Brethren Church Service Invitation

Earl Rabuck, pastor, invites attendance at worship service at 10:50 a.m. Sunday with evening worship at 6:30 p.m. Youth Fellowship at 7:30 p.m. midweek prayer at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Friday church night cooperative supper asks guests to bring a basket. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to invite others.

Evangelical United Brethren Church Earl Rabuck Harold Mason Wedneway

Church Schedule for Nazdrene FA Pgator

The Nazdrene FA church lists Sunday School at 10:00 p m with Superintendent MH Johnson, morning worship at 11:00 a m, youth participation at 7:30 p m, and worship service at 7:30 p m on Sunday. An additional prayer and Bible study is set for Thursday at 7:30 p m.

Church of the Nazdrene FA

Day of Prayer Observed at Moravia Church of Christ

The World Day of Prayer was observed in a union service at 7 20 P M Friday at the Moravia Church of Christ. Clarence Schaffner presided. The program featured prayer hymn selections, choir singing led by Mrs Earl Rabuck, solos by Jerry Main, and a double duet by Mrs D E Bishop and others. Offertory sales and projects were presented by local women, with Phyllis Rabuek singing The Lord's Prayer. The offering totaled over ten dollars.

Moravia Church of Christ Clarence Schaffner Earl Rabuck Jerry Main D. E. Bishop F. A. Hahn E. G. Hawk Gene McCrory Viola Simmond Bruce Rabuck Phyllis Rabuek Mary Rose Main Viand

Valentine Poem From Daughter To Parents

Mr and Mrs Raul Lockman received a handwritten Valentine poem from their daughter Mrs Floyd Lockman of Squires The poem asks to visit chat and expresses love for both parents and mentions Josephine and Linda Sue sending greetings for Valentine's Day.

Raul Lockman Floyd Lockman Squires Josephine Linda Sue

Moravia post office to follow holiday schedule

The Moravia post office will observe Washington's Birthday with a regular holiday schedule next Monday, February 28. There will be no mail service on that day. newspaper broadcasts list no deliveries in rural routes.

Moravia Washington

Injured Worker Curt Plannebecker Treated in Peoria

Curt Plahnebecker of Keyston Wiig is hospitalized in Peoria after a February 3 leg wash led to infection. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Gus Plannebecker who recently moved his family to Peoria.

Curt Plahnebecker Ourplay Keystone Wiig Peoria Gus Plannebecker

Flight Of The Stork Derby in Albia Hospital

Derby of Albia mourns as Mr and Mrs Mele Derby report a long illness. The Tanner Berthe Jumson family notes a death and the hospital care given. This obituary item records a local death and affected households.

Amd Mele Derby Albia Derby Berthe Jumson Gabe Juhugien

Whicker Golden Wedding Celebrated at Lay Colorado

Mr. and Mrs. H L Whicker marked fifty years of marriage on January 26 1948 at Lay Colorado Retired after living near Moravia Iowa most of their lives they moved to Colorado in 1984 A noon dinner featured a golden cake and a golden arch centerpiece Relatives and friends from Craig Grand Junction Ottumwa Chehalis Lamar and Denver attended or sent greetings

H. L. Whicker Lay Colo G. Boyer Main Station Appanoose County N. L. Whicker Emma Boyer R. I Raster Roberta R. E. Lambert Barbara Bertie Ralph Dawn Ralph V. Whicker Vernon Val Lorene Wayne Dale Gaien Norman Baby Margaret Craig Howard Norman Paul Haworth Frank. M. Hebbert Glenn Whicker Hustband Vorothy Lavern Mordiel Chehalis Wash Meg Frank Herkman Harold Winfred Harley Anual Lae Ann Unionville Towa Guy Andrews Kenneth and Carl Lamar Forrest Andrews Eugene Ottumwa Iowa Net Ted Albers Teddy Denver Calu

Local social notes from Hedrick Moravia and nearby towns

Local residents including Mr and Mrs Earl Brain Mrs Florence Helms and families in Hedrick Moravia share visits and duties. Guests include Emma Wood and relatives at the Tadlock home. Deaths bring relatives from Wisconsin Perry and Des Moines while others relocate to farms near Mottville and nearby areas.

Iond Earl Brain Florence Helms Hedrick Moravia Charlotte Scott Ralph Robinson

Turner Receives Special Recognition at Iowa Hardware Meet

At the 60th Iowa Retail Hardware Association convention in Des Moines, C. A. Turner of Morayig received a certificate award for long service in the retail hardware business. He was invited to attend the "gay nineties" program in the evening. Turner entered the hardware line in Tsthi.

Iowa Retail Hardware Association Des Moines C. A. Turner Morayig Whd Felbi Turner Tsthi

Sew and So Club Hosts Rock Party at Wilson Home

The Sew and So club enjoyed a rock party at the Frank Wilson home on Wednesday evening February 1. Hosts Mr. and Mrs. Ray Metloud assisted. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Wilson of Yuua Aviz visiting. Five tables played rock with high score prizes to Mrs. Ralph Davis and Harold Mas. Traveling prize Wenlty Paul Tianer. Afterward Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. McCloud served homemade ice cream and cake.

Sew and Frank Wilson Ray Metloud Leonard Wilson Yuua Aviz Wilson Ralph Davis Harold Mas Wenlty Paul Tianer McCloud

Birthday Surprise For Mrs Spencer Atnee Newtown Event

Mi and Mrs Haruhit Hadsens and Mi and Mrs Van Hinshata children brought filled baskets Sunday evening for Mrs Paul Spencer's birthday. A surprise supper was enjoyed with guests Mrs Arnold Kurnett and children and Glen Oswald of Newton.

Haruhit Hadsens van Hinshata Paul Spencer Arnold Kurnett Glen Oswald Newton

In Appreciation 2 Thanking Curtis Buris Friends

In appreciation for the kind gifts and cards received during his illness Curtis Buris expresses gratitude to the Lepion Aus, the E club and other friends for their thoughtful pins, gifts, and messages.

Thas E Club Hibile Mas Curtis Buris

Anniversary Notes and Family Visit Digest

Observances mark an anniversary as Mr and Mrs Harry Feton and others travel to Texas for a week with relatives. The account names several families and individuals visiting, hosting, and attending gatherings on weekends, detailing social calls, church visits, and community events.

Zell Deahl Named For Education Post In Unionville

Representatives from Moravia Road of Education met in Unionville to select a candidate for the County Board of Education. Zell Deahl, a prominent farmer near Udell, was chosen for area one. Harper Harper was nominated for at large. Election set for March 8.

Moravia Road of Education Unionville County Board of Education Zell Deahl Udell Weahl Marravia Lintonville Union Township Douglas Township Taylor Township Udell Township Harper Waleer Harper

Des Moines Wedding Attendees Gather for Herbert Main Union

Mrs Birdie Main visited Des Moines to attend her son Herbert Main's wedding to Marjorie Squiers. Moravia attendees included Gay Led Main Joanne Bowler and Lois Bowler, plus Mrs Glen Bowler.

Birdie Main Ray Harvis Les Moines Herbert Marjorie Squiers Moravia Gayled Main Joanne Glen Bowler Lois

Dinner in Honor of Waduts at Moravia School

Moravia school faculty honored Mas and Mrs. Floyd Wad at a dinner on a mis-spelled Monday evening in the home colonies rooms. Four persons attended amid Valentine decor and a celebratory tone as the faculty anticipates success in their new Micka Missouri location. A note of thanks was extended for birthday cards and gifts received.

Moravia Mas Floyd Waddilt Wennessay Micka Missouri

Vetend Church Zone Meeting at Chariton

A Chariton gathering highlighted Rev and Mrs Aleck Ul toch as notable attendees while local congregants discussed church needs and community outreach Monday evening at the Chariton church.

Vetend Chariton Fla, Huh Aleck Ultoch

Moving to Blakesburpe with family ties noted

Daly Janus of Dex Meines visits his parents Mr and Mrs John Laws while his wife resigns her post. They plan to move to Furornese Blakesburpe, pursuing new residence arrangements amid shifting responsibilities.

Daly Janus Dex Meines John Laws Furornese Blakesburpe

Hold Initiation For Thespians

Maro vin High School Thespian troupe 305 held initiation in the high school gyms on Wednesday at 7 p.m under sponsor Mikie Lockett. The troupe formed April 3, 19 6 with 10 charter members and has grown to 46. Seven new members joined with 26 to 30 points earning eligibility for membership. Notable members include Phe y Wilson and Virgelia Center.

Marovin High School Thespian T:du P.m Mikie Lockett Nitloial Thespian Society Cere Partivipadion Uinor Iara Lo Star Phey Wilson Poesy Lopsilyloth Virgelia Center Ausiibelle Wi Tiades Mary Rure Ili Duky Wilswit Guy Hus Bess Yplistiinetite

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