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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1965
Page
5
A reflective poem by J.V. M. Editor encourages perseverance during tough times. It urges readers not to quit when the road is rough, noting success can be near even as doubt grows. The verse emphasizes resilience and steadfast effort.
A Moravia educator named Mr Armstrong discusses his origins in Des Moines and Ottumwa, schooling at Lincoln in Ottumwa, and a long career including four years teaching in Moravia. He lists courses once taught such as American history, economics, sociology, government and PE, and notes current teaching is PE. He expresses positive views on teaching in Moravia.
A calendar lists January events through the end of the first semester at Cambria Corydon, Seymour Junior High and nearby sites. It includes start dates, times for freshman and sophomore initials, school board and library activities, band practice, Dale Doore Assembly in Fremont, chapel, and FTA and FFA meetings.
This week in Literature II students read Nathaniel Hawthorne's The House of the Seven Gables. With limited copies, they share the books and complete short daily quizzes. Substituting teacher Mrs. Fred Stone has helped during Mrs. Tuttle's absence, and students thank her for her help.
Born in Purdin Missouri she attended elementary in Purdin and Liberty High in Brown ing Missouri, graduated 1959. She then studied at Missouri State Teachers College Kirksville graduating 1963. First taught at Moravia teaching Shorthand II and I Typing I Beekeeping and Office Practice, continues same courses. Taught in Moravia for 2 years and enjoys teaching there praising the Moravia community.
Our sophomore English class focuses on active and passive verbs, transitive and intransitive forms. It emphasizes mastering these concepts before beginning literature in the second semester.
The Junior and Senior Vo-Ag boys have been in shop for six weeks. It feels different not to walk to the other area.
In a small school community, the Vo-Ag shop has expanded space and tools, allowing every boy to create freely without hindering others. Mr. Dayton appears favorable toward the new shop, and Ronnie Boyer notes the improvements.
Jay Rex Smith of Moravia Iowa son of Mr and Mrs Merle Smith was named Teen of the Month by the Scribbler Staff Born July 24 1949 in Centerville Iowa he excels in English world history plane geometry and biology His favorites colors red and black Chevy candy bar Clark and keeping out of trouble The Scribbler Staff extends congratulations and notes school life activities and events across the Reporter Scribbler publication
Students in English II prepare for the upcoming semester exam covering seven studied chapters. Topics include nouns pronouns verbs adjectives compound and complex sentences and the distinction between active and passive verbs.
In F.E. class this week we perform standard exercises then play volleyball. Students must keep score during the game and state their team's score first when serving. Mr. Armstrong will administer a short written test on volleyball regulations, led by Joyce McDonough.
The Sophomore Home Economics Klogs resume after a two week break with a new unit on food and nutrition titled A Date With Tomorrow. The unit runs through the semester ending January 15.
In first period General Science students study mountains, types, and formation processes. They learn to determine relative ages by structure and master key terms for quick pop quiz readiness. Ann McDonough notes quiz focus and student preparation.
A first year Algebra class continues the study of integers and reviews division properties. The lesson introduces optional numbers called fractions, aiming to deepen students understanding of arithmetic. Mary Joycoe Mullins.
Fragmentary notes from Mystic Iowa suggest a query about a Mr Horridge connected to a school near Mystic. The readable text references a May date and a western area west of Mys high school in Mystic.
The speaker lists colleges attended including Iowa State, Minnesota, Drake and Iowa. notes high school Mystic and Moravia four years. They studied arts, math, biology, social studies and coached football. They taught algebra I and TI while spending more than half time in counselling and guidance. They express fondness for teaching there.
In Home Ec class we study personality and its factors including emotions, conscience, health, and mind. Students read teenage living texts, present oral reports, and discuss them with Judi Stufflebeam.
The bookkeeping class finishes three weeks of practice sets recording daily transactions in journals and closing accounts on ledgers. They total and rule journals and prepare the work sheet income statement trial balance and balance sheet. Net income is added to the proprietor's capital account. A test will follow.
A list converting common English given names to their Spanish forms. Examples include Allen to Allen, Charles to Carlos, Donald to Donato, Eugene to Eugenio, James to Diego, John to Juan, Lawrence to Lorenzo, Phillip to Felipe, Richard to Richardo, Robert to Roberto, Ronald to Renaldo, William to Guillermo, Diane to Diana, Judith to Judit, Mary to Maria, Pat to Patricia, Rose to Rosa, Debra to Debra, and Walker as a surname.
Beginning a new six weeks, the Geometry class studies chords arcs and central angles. The prior chapter covered bisectors medians and altitudes and the class found it very interesting, with anticipation for the next topic.
A series of short, humorous, and teasing exchange excerpts features names like Janice McDonough Linda Underwood Elaine Harrington Betty Blumer Pam Morrison Judi Stufflebeam Ann McDonough and others replying to the question Are you a zingaro with varied self descriptions. One entry labels Joe Hen Hiatt as sometimes a gypsy.
The Girls Glee Club performs a mix of tunes including Goodnight My Someone To a Wild Rose and O Sacred Heart. The group mentions Be Joyful to the Lord and How Blest Art They as part of their repertoire.
The noon hour routine remains unchanged as students prepare for the new year. Observers note gym or cafeteria settings with familiar sounds and activities such as music, bells, and jumping games.
At noon, activities include jumping on the trampoline and playing Ping pong as part of a community program led by Marsha Stewart.
In Mr Evans world history, students explore Europe from the 1400s to 1600s. They learn how Renaissance ideas marked the rebirth from the Middle Ages and how much of our modern culture stems from European origins. The period included a shift in astronomy with heliocentric ideas and a growing curiosity about the world.
The Algebra I class after Christmas vacation reviewed formulas and algebra then began making tables from equations. Using clue numbers, they must figure out equations to fill the tables, then solve further clues to complete the work with each step guided by the clues.
January 14 to 21 menus list Tangy pizza, sandwich options, salads, desserts, and milk. Meals include January 14 crispy pizza and bean salad. January 15 turkey sandwich and au gratin potatoes. January 18 steaks and apple salad. January 19 beef roast and beets. January 20 fried chicken with Jell O and pie. January 21 galash stroganoft with salad and cake. Reporter Sharoy Wilson.
In the boys physical training class we begin with jumping jacks push-ups and sit-ups. Then we play a volley ball game this week. It is exciting and presents a challenge for the students.
A biology class reads weekly Science World magazines featuring Arctic themed articles. Among the listed pieces are Adventure in Survival Water Water every where and The New Assault on an Old Frontier. The collection covers varied Arctic science stories and developments.
The Industrial Arts drawing class finishes current drawings and adds machine parts and woodwork projects. A four toy caddy will be built and painted, with one design from basic planning. Students enjoy the separate jobs and next semester woodworking may be taught if all goes well. Derrill McDanel
The latest in fashions shows at MLS impresses with sharp dives and bold Jawut styles. Girls at MLS keep up with evolving trends, making the scene vibrant and colorful.
Minsie Ann Condra wears aqua mohair with an aqua and white plaid pleated skirt and matching aqua buttons. Patty Rogers sports a sky blue mohair sweater with a darker blue pleated skirt, black hat. Linda Judge models black tweed stretch pants and a black sweater with black leather shoes.
Mrs Earl Morrison hosted the Woman's Society of Christian Service session with devotions led by Mrs Vern Johnson and a lesson on We would see Jesus. Reports and committee updates followed the business meeting. Several local residents and visitors, including Kim Edwards from Nebraska and 4-H participant Judy Kelley, were noted along with hospital transfers for Oliver Kreuson.
Local social notes recount Sunday visits and gatherings across Shanghai Iconium and nearby Centerville. Joyce’s birthday celebration at Wayne Christy’s. extended family meals with Christys and Callens. weekend visits to Barl Paridums and Marvin Tharp homes. church soup supper attendance. multiple households hosting supper and callers.
Tuesday evening at Harold Hawks. Many local families including Shore Seiszinski Christy Rinehart Whitehead and Hammond groups shared visits and Sunday gatherings across Chariton Ottumwa Albia and nearby homes. Multiple calls dinners and club meetings documented with neighbors sharing time at various homes and hospitals.
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