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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1977
Page
4
Moravia varsity girls fell to Southeast Warren 48-47 after leading by as many as four points, with Kandi Kaster scoring 25 and Theresa Cortesio grabbing 11 rebounds. Earlier, Moravia beat Seymour 81-42, led by Kaster with 40 points and Cortesio’s defensive impact. JV squads also posted wins, and the team travels to Monnon Trail and Melcher-Dallas next.
The notice lists weekly activities from January including Adult Education at 7:00 p.m. and Needs Assessment at 7:30 p.m. It covers basketball games across Mor mon Trail Southeast Warren Mel cher-Dallas Central Decatur and Centerville, wrestling at Centerville Wayne and Cedars, group photos, band rehearsal in Leon, and a J.V. boys and SCA meeting schedule through January 24.
In Humeston on Saturday January 8 Mormon Trail defeated Marevia 16 14 in a girls game with Pfannebecker scoring 12 and Helmick leading guards 8 interceptions while Lockman grabbed 5 rebounds. Boys game ended Mormon Trail 55 over Marevia 8 with Penfield scoring 4 and McCoy 2 as OConner and Grinstead added rebounds and turnovers. Charity and Palmer noted medical mention.
Moravia junior varsity won 63-48 at Seymour and edged Melcher-Dallas in overtime 43-42 here. Varsity dropped 68-43 at SE Warren and 53-31 to Seymour, with coach Laird noting strong defense but cold shooting and missed layups. Jaren Tubaugh led scoring with 15 in one game, while Dean Johnson added 14 in another. Moravia now travels to Mormon Trail Friday and Melcher-Dallas Tuesday.
Gerald Franklin Hunter of Blakesburg has been promoted to Lieutenant Commander in the Navy. A flight instructor at Corpus Christi Naval Air Station for two years, he begins a one year tour as Aid Administrator to Rear Admiral William J. Crowe aboard USS LaSalle, reportedly in the Persian Gulf. He is a 1963 Blakesburg High School and 1967 Iowa State University graduate. Mrs Hustler and two daughters stay in Virginia Beach while Huster serves abroad.
Moravia Booster Club meets this evening at 6 30 moving to Salem United Methodist church. State officials Joe Brill and Duane Anderson discuss possible Indian Museum at Honey Creek State Park. Supper costs 2 50, program starts about 7 30.
Woltz Studios returns to photograph children and families featured in our paper. Call early for an appointment at Union Office 724-3224 or 724-3652. No charge no obligations. Wednesday January 19 from 10 am to 5 30 pm at Community Building.
The Hilton Hustlers 4-H club met January 10 at the Moravia community building with 13 members and one guest, John Chelsing. Officers installed included President Brian Luse, Vice President Lonna Bolin, Secretary Mike Koffman, Treasurer Jimmy Kaster, Reporter Milton Wilson. Sledding party planned for February 12. reports given by Luse Kaster and Wilson. refreshments by Paula Helmick.
Moravia Rebekah Lodge met in the Library room for its regular session. District deputy Mrs. Herb Boblenz and her installing team installed officers including Mrs. Fern Hudgens and others. some officers will be installed later. The group discussed the Rebekah hall lease and read a letter from Otto Eckley. Refreshments were served.
Feeniom United Methodist Church led by Pastor Donald Whitehead outlines a schedule for September with a 9:30 a.m. worship service on the thirteenth message from First Corinthians chapter four verse three and a focus on judging others humility. 10:30 a.m. Sunday School and 7 p.m. Adult Bible Class Youth Fellowship and Children's Service follow. A quoted reflection urges turning 1977’s pressure into spiritual influence through daily faith.
A series of social visits and gatherings around New Hope including dinners with the Evans family in Cincinnati, Saddle Club supper with the Ballangers, and Sunday church events. Attendees include Hiatt, Chad, Jack Ballanger, Justin, Amber, Linda’s birthday celebration, and trips to Des Moines and Boulder Montana.
Birth notice for Jerry Hinote and wife announcing son Jeremy Jason Hinote born June 5 1877 at Monroe County Home Albia. First New Year boy honored by Albia merchants. Welcomed by two sisters and younger brothers. Grandparents Mr and Mrs Cliff Platinebecker and Mr Aiders Wayne Hinic of Unigaville.
Rev. Gilbert Hackett, pastor, leads Sunday services including Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. and Worship at 11:60 a.m. Gospel Hour at 6:36 p.m. Youth Prayer and Praise Hour is slated for Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
Moravia and Grace United Methodist Churches announce regular services and events. Grace Moravia United Methodist Parish lists Pastors Bob Hoover Jo Hoover and Dean Tomlin with Sunday 9:00 worship at Salem 10:00 church school 11:00 worship at Grace. Weekly activities include adult choir Jan 17 7:00 p.m. Men’s breakfast Jan 19 6:30 a.m. Grace Moravia United Methodist Women Jan 19 1:30 p.m. Salem Bible Study and Prayer Jan 19 7:00 p.m. Westey Chapel United Methodist Women Jan 20 home coordinator Golda Hiatt Junior choir Grace 3:45 p.m.
United Methodist Women from Grace and Salem churches of Mo ravia plan the Call to Prayer and Self Denial this week a major annual observance. About 1.5 million women in 35 000 units nationwide participate with prayer a mission study and a special offering. The Grace church event is set for 1 30 on Wednesday January 18 at Salem with the Women's Division of the Board of Global Ministries coordinating the observance.
Parents of children who will be five before Sept 15 1977 are urged to call Moravia Elementary School at 724 3311. The office requests quick contact to estimate kindergarten enrollment and aid planning.
The Moravia Farm Service Company schedules an informal meeting Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its Bloomfield facility for stockholders with refreshments and prizes, followed by an official meeting in Moravia on Saturday January 15 at 8 a.m. for legal business and director elections. Four directors will be elected drawn from Appanoose Davis Monroe counties with incumbents Dowd Powell Potts Hartwick and nominees Turner Schwartzendurver Proctor.
Taylor Aid Club met with Fern Horn for a regular meeting on Friday January 7. Ten members attended including Elaine Spencer chairing. Minutes were read and approved as roll call noted. Plans include visiting Terrace Hill and aiding Senior Citizens in March.
Mr and Mrs Gerald Hunter return home after December in Sacramento California. On Christmas Day they dined with Ethyl Rhee Gustafson and Rue Roberts of Turlock. Relatives joined them including Dr Cart Rhee Clarabelle Henninger Edha Pauline Essen and Herman Huber. The group plans visits with sons Donald and Ronald Huber in San Clemente and Riverside. At Salinas they stopped to greet Donald Tarr formerly of Moravia but found no one home.
Moravia Garden Club gathered at Deloris Burkland for a noon luncheon on December 29. During the meeting members voted to participate in the Javeee-Ette Carnival March Ltd. A gift exchange followed. January’s meeting was set for Janet Fox on January 26 at 1:50 PM.
Gratitude to neighbors and helpers during the move to Tow and the farm sale. Special thanks to Irvik Wil iimns, Larry Williams, Larry Hiatt for aiding with cattle, Ralph Spemerr for the portable corral, Wednesday Club for serving, Ballinger Auction Service for a job, and all who aided the sale.
Moravia city council reported that past due water and sewer bills will be collected by adding the amounts to property taxes. Outstanding bills dropped from 1130 in July 1976 to 524, with further payments expected. Bills unpaid may result in service cuts and court action, and back-due amounts will be added to property taxes for renters who move without paying.
Moravia High School wrestlers earned a third place trophy at Monroe on Saturday led by Chay Uhienhake’s heavyweight title. Gary Coltrain placed fourth at 185, Scott McCoy won at 105 against a Melcher Dallas foe, with Randy Young 132, Gary Rowley heavyweight, and Gerry McCrory 155 also placing. Centerville JV visit Monday. standout pins by Randy Phillips 126, Randy Young 138, and Coltrain 185. Next meet set for Thursday January 20 at 30 pm in the elementary building with Wayne.
E T C club met Thursday at the home of Genevieve Morgan. Two tables played, prizes won by Pearl Woodward and Fern Hudgens. Ruth Wilson won the door prize. Delicious refreshments were served at the close of the afternoon.
Eight people, Paul Witt Carl Hiatt Richard Perry Sylvan Van Dorin Dale Cox James Miller Don Huisman and Karen Huisman, were awarded First Aid certificates at a course led by instructor Larry Hutchinson. The Multi Media First Aid Course consisted of three recent sessions here. Moravia fire department members plan another course on heart massage to aid emergency calls.
Elsie Tucker Martin expresses gratitude for the birthday cards and titeres received on her 90th birthday. She notes the kindness helped make the day happy and thanks everyone who remembered her.
Mr and Mrs Glen Overturf observe their 50th wedding anniversary on Sunday January 23 1977. A reception hosted by their children runs from 2 to 4 pm at Iconium United Methodist Church Iconiunt. The couple married January 23 1927 at Rev Luther W Childs home. They have eight children including Russell Overturf Maynard Wies White Merath Ballauper Moravia and others. no gifts requested.
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