31 Jan 1929
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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1929
Page
1
Moravia Union lists subscription prices and advertising rates in a small town paper. One year in advance 1.60, six months 0.80, three months 0.40, single copy 0.05. Display ads and classified rates noted, with poetry and reading notices priced per line. Editor HK Smith printed this notice for Moravia Iowa area subscribers.
A reflective snippet asks readers to consider how spending money outside the home city by themselves and neighbors could affect the local economy and community vitality.
Moravia communities depend on local grocery stores as supply depots. Grocers face strict requirements to stock full inventories, maintain narrow profit margins, and remain courteous under trying circumstances. Several fine stores supply large stocks at reasonable prices, deserving appreciation.
The piece questions W. R. Hearst and Mr. Durant offering 25000 for a plan to overturn the prohibition law. It suggests they should focus on their own issues and hints that government matters should be left to officials. The writer notes Herbert Hoover on March 4 may offer ideas and predicts an early repeal of the law.
Winter feeding of birds is a small effort with big payoff as crumbs draw cheerful flocks and their bright chirps bring quiet joy. The act helps sparrows and other birds endure harsh weather and reminds us of simple, shared pleasures.
Henry Ford aims to set a five day work week in his plants while running six days. He hires six men for five jobs, creating substantial manpower. He predicts 150000 workers at Michigan plants, illustrating the motor industry’s vast scope.
A Danville Illinois newspaper notes the potential of corn stalk pulp as a new annual crop for making newsprint. The piece argues the idea would have seemed improbable years ago, but highlights the abundance of corn stalks and the steady supply as an advantage over traditional wood pulp.
Moravia schools showcase student work and sport as fifth to seventh graders craft a History of Moravia booklet and a Making of the First Flag picture while basketball team Mystic defeats Moravia 23 to 14. Perfect attendance honors, senior class play notes, new library schedule, and leather purse making highlight a busy period.
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