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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1927
Page
3
Moravia defeats Bloomfield on Bloomfield’s court by 10 to 12. Moravia also tops Moulton 19 to 18 at home. Debating teams lose. grain stock judging team entries announced. Sewal double header to close Moravia girls season.
The Royal Charme Caressant Face Powder is promoted with a limited time offer. For every $1.00 powder box, customers receive one Charme Compart as a gift. The deal is described as available for a few days only.
The Annual Meeting of the Appaloosa county Law Enforcement League was held at the Methodist Church in Centerville last Sunday afternoon. Officers elected for the coming year were President E. J. Thackery, Vice President Mrs Ann Blosser, and Secretary Eliza Adamson. G T Harn, former president, spoke in praise of the League’s work and urged county residents to back the organization, hoping 1927 would be its best year.
A Monday afternoon fire in Lathrop highlighted Moravia's need for better protection. The letter urges funding for water works to provide adequate fire protection and prevent future disasters, warning residents their homes could be next.
In Moravia a three and a half week United Brethren revival under evangelist C Dillavou sparked a communal spiritual renewal. Attendees rose to 640 on Sunday as nearly 1000 sought rededication, with churches, ministers, and the school collaborating. A purse around 450 was raised for Dillavou as the revival ends tonight.
Bisbee Park at Long Beach hosted a Sunday picnic for Upland residents who drove to the Beach City. A shaded lunch under oaks featured a pleasant winter outing. Attending were Mr and Mrs Clell Long and Mr and Mrs Fred Blumenstock with Iowa arrival noted, along with the Harn and Blumenstock families and others.
The note thanks those who helped during a Monday fire and aided in moving to Mrs Rhoda Miller's residence. Burdette Harris visited Des Moines relatives. Mrs Harris remains seriously ill. Mrs Laure Cate suffered a severe leg injury after a fall while her daughter Mrs Will Donovan was mentioned.
Moravia High School basketball reports two victories last week despite key players sidelined by measles and a sprained ankle. Curtin Tomlin returns this week, Cullers improves, and a Friday game vs Sewal High is anticipated as a strong test for both Moravia boys and girls teams.
A fire destroyed part of the J H D Lathrop home in Moravia on Monday afternoon as neighbors helped save belongings. A defective flue likely started the blaze. insurance may partially cover losses, with the couple aged and affected by the disaster.
Moravia Independents defeated Albia Bears 34 to 13 in the local high school gym. Moravia’s lineup included Swaim Dotson and Crewey forwards Reich center Cline Hart and Rowe guards. Next week Hiteman Independents visit Moravia for a rematch as Moravia aims for tougher opponents and better showings.
Moravia High School debaters suffered 3 to 0 losses as both affirmative and negative teams were defeated by Ottumwa and Newton opponents in regional rounds. Newton’s Helen Miller Frances Miller and Marvin Stuart led their team with coach Carl Calp. Moravia’s Beulah Hiatt Genevieve Donovan Arthur Stanney faced Newton and Mildred Whicker Leona Easter Richard Sneed faced Ottumwa. Judges, local officials, and visiting dignitaries witnessed the results as Moravia exits state contention while gaining experience and praise for their effort.
The editor explains that advertising items must be paid notices and not news, comparing ad space to a bid and butter in the paper. Merchants cannot expect free ads, and while news items are welcome, notices for lodges schools clubs and churches should be paid.
One dead and three seriously injured when a car driven by David Lodwick of Mystic crashed into an Interurban freighter near Masters crossing between Centerville and Mystic on Sunday afternoon en route to a Law Enforcement meeting. Victims include Bert Way, dead, and David Lodwick, Mrs. Gus Swanson, and Bert Pyner of Mystic. The crash occurred about 2 08 PM. cause under investigation and no blame assigned.
The Hickenlooper building on Moravia square will be renovated repapered and painted to house a new restaurant. Harry Townsend will be the proprietor and expects to open within the next few days.
REBEKAH notice requests attendance at the I O G F Hall for an all Guy meeting on Monday. Bring sandwiches and a cov eted dish. Legiot Auxiliary Food Late Setpr day June 29 at Alexander's and BH. G H G Brushur and Son stores.
Gerald Morgan was called to Burlington Iowa on Monday to be at his son Geralds bedside after an automobile accident. It is not yet known how severe the injuries are or the exact nature of the crash. Gerald had been driving a truck for the graveling crew in Louien county near Wapello when the accident is believed to have occurred. Friends hope for favorable news soon.
The Co-Operative Marketing Association shipped seven cars of livestock to market in the past week, per Manager Hawk. Four cars were sent out Saturday, two on Tuesday, and one on Wednesday, a very good weekly record.
Citizens of Moravia rendered aid and protected property during the J. H. D. Lathrop fire on Monday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Hamilton along with Mr. and Mrs. John Chase and their baby of Russell, Iowa, were Sunday visitors at the Albert Brain home in Moravia.
Market items listed include hens of various weights and ages, spring and leghorn, roosters, ducks, geese, pigeons, rabbits, capons in multiple cuts, turkeys assorted, cow, horse, colt and pony hides with prices, sheep pelts by size, bees wax, tallow, and fresh eggs at 26 cents. Also notes daily market changes and a small ad offering nuts for sale and black walnuts at 1.09.
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