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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1933
Page
3
A breezy This and That style note reflects on springlike weather near Washington DC and fond yearning for the country. It mixes poems and anecdotes about neighbors, old friends, and humorous quips about rural life, marriages, and odd names, ending with a light editorial remark on the column.
A Moravia High School assembly erupted as students chased a tame mouse that roamed the venue causing fright. Dayton Dotson stepped forward to crush the intruder, and the episode ended with a humorous, if grim, note on school life.
G C Cullers, longtime Wabash depot agent for four years in this county seat town between Moberly and Hannibal, is promoted to a similar role in Paris Missouri. He will move soon, with no successor named yet. The Cullers family, former Tracy Iowa residents, has been active in local affairs and the school board. Going to Paris feels like going home, near his birthplace, and the community wishes them well.
State preliminary contest two set for Tuesday February 28 with Udell and Untohvilt advancing to Sid District on March 17. Moravia contestants train hard as patrons support a large audience. The high school drama program offers public shows evidencing student talent and hours of coached effort.
Moravia High School boys basketball defeated Troy high both games last Friday night. The Greyhounds won the first team 20 to 8 and the second team 22 to 19 as Moravia dominated defense and improved offense after halftime.
A Farm Bureau meeting is announced for Monday evening at New Hope School, under Taylor Township auspices. The Home Demonstration Women will participate, as will the children of the New Hope School. P. G. Weichman, county extension agent from Albia, will speak. County Agent Bowdigh of Centerville will present two reels of motion pictures. The program starts at 7:30 and is open to all.
On February 16 in Miami Florida Giuseppe Zangara fired five shots at President-elect Roosevelt after a speech. Roosevelt was unharmed but five bystanders were wounded two seriously including Mayor German of Chicago and Mrs Joseph H Gill. Zangara was captured and later sentenced to eighty years in prison pledging he acted alone to target presidents and kings.
A Senate and House measure proposes an amendment repealing the eighteenth article of the constitution, transferring enforcement back to the states. It requires ratification by three fourths of the states within seven years, with specific provisions on intoxicating liquors and interstate import.
The fourth annual Mother and Daughter banquet was held at the Methodist church in Iconium last Friday evening with 100 mothers and daughters attending the banquet served by men and 180 attending the following program in the auditorium. The service included a long list of participants from the community with songs, prayers, readings, solos, piano numbers and quartets led by Misa Mildred Tarr and others, followed by additional musical and speaking portions. Moravia visitors Mrs Frank Miller and Mildred Miller and Miss Rubye Winslet from Imblerville attended.
Moravia Greyhounds face Cincinnati in a key Friday night showdown that could decide the Wabonsie Conference championship. A win by Moravia is essential as Cincinnati poses a strong challenge in this pivotal game.
Moravia leads Wa Bonsie Conference with two wins over Corydon and one over Cincinnati, aiming to defend the championship as Cincinnati seeks a tie. The Moravia girls host Cincinnati before the top men’s game at 7:30, with gate prices of 10 15 and 25 cents and a big season crowd expected.
Mrs. P D Pence received notice of the death of her brother T F Horn in Scottsville Kansas. He was born here raised here became a merchant there for 29 years retiring due to ill health. A Baptist and Mason, he loved nature especially roses and his Savior. He leaves one brother Jeff as the family laments the dwindling numbers.
Masons and Stars plan a farewell gathering at their hall on Friday evening February 24 to honor the Earl Stein family and the C. C. Cullers family preparing to move away. All members and immediate families are invited. a cooperative supper will be served.
The golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Hicks was celebrated at their Moravia home on February 15. They wed on February 16, 1883, at her parents home near Moravia. They lived in Appanoose County most of their lives and built a new Moravia home after a 1982 fire. A Ladies Aid dinner and a later gathering with about 40 relatives followed the surprise celebration, with many local friends and family in attendance.
A gathering at the Harvey Main home west of town on February 15 celebrated three wedding anniversaries. Mr. and Mrs. Van Zante marked 21 years, Mr. and Mrs. Main 43 years, and Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Main 28 years. After dinner the men discussed ways to end the depression while the women completed jig saw puzzles.
A farewell party was held at the Brain home west of town for Mr. and Mrs. Earl Brain and family. They plan to move to a farm near Hedrick Iowa. Attendees included Freeman Woidman Wilson Gov Jones Maxine Jones Theo Thompson H B Watts Albert Brain Clarence Tyrret Lester Brain Henry Arthian Emma Wood Pauline Jones Hicks Pabst and others. An oyster supper followed the games of rock and bridge.
Frank Swaim announces the informal opening of his Moravia funeral home. He is rearranging his residence for funeral services, noting the first case was handled last week. The facility is spacious and aims to compare with larger towns, with a new ambulance added for patron convenience.
Sackson Lodge, A F and A M of Centerville invites Moravia Lodge members to a group meeting in Centerville Monday evening February 27 celebrating George Washingtons birthday. Each member urged to attend call a brother Mason if you need a ride. is B C Wilson W M
Moravia hosts a social at the I O O F hall Thursday evening honoring Mr. and Mrs. C C Cullers. All Odd Fellows and Rebekahs urged to attend. Each family should bring a pie.
Moravia Iowa voters will elect two school directors on March 13 in the annual election. Terms of W. W. Tracy and A. O. Main expire. both seats may see changes. A special ballot will decide whether to authorize selling the frame schoolhouse by private sale and use the proceeds for the district’s school fund.
Moravia patrons heard a strong home declam contest with judges from Albix Junior College ranking twelve contestants. Top awards went to John Johnson and Clell Coulson in oratorical, Maxina Tucker and Jacquelyn Winslet in dramatic, Arlene Dodd and Marlene Perry in humorous. Maxine Tucker won overall with a 95 average and will advance to the Walconsie Conference contest in Seymour in mid March.
We thank friends for assistance kindness and sympathy during illness death and burial of our mother Mrs A N Patterson and for the beautiful floral offerings. The Children.
The menu lists a Friday dinner featuring roast loin with dressing accompanied by mashed potatoes gravy green beans creamed carrots tomato salad butter Pia coffees jelly.
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