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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1933
Page
3
A poem by Mrs. F. W. Blumenstock titled The March of the Generations was read at the Moravian Moravia schoolhouse alumni party. It traces Moravia’s history from the Moravians’ arrival to war, growth, a proposed eight room hall, and a devastating fire that consumed the hall and library, ending with a final call to youth.
Local residents and visitors filled Moravia and nearby towns during the Fourth of July celebration. A long list of relatives, friends, and travelers from Des Moines to New York gathered for the holiday, with many dropping in to visit families, attend band concerts, weddings, and public events. Notable mentions include births, marriages, and a century of progress trip, along with names of dozens of locals and out-of-town guests all through the entry.
A historic Moravian assembly stirred minds toward great achievement. Elders and trusted fathers met to promote larger interests and build a bigger, finer hall for children and their descendants. They envision progress in art, science, noble living, and a brighter mystical tomorrow under guidance of the Great White Father.
A London Quarterly Review excerpt contrasts five centuries with humanity’s vast history. It cites King Menes of Egypt and a 4400 year BCE death, then weighs early human perception against Pliocene-era tools and fossils. It speculates on early man’s capabilities and the scant records of premodern civilizations.
The Charter Oak in Hartford was blown down at about 12:15 AM on August 21, 1950. A rough stump remained ten feet high, drawing crowds and a guard to the site the next day. Colt’s Armory Band played dirges and patriotic music for two hours, bells tolled citywide, and Charter Oak Avenue later covered the site.
A historical report notes that Australia provides nearly all the world’s apalg and pearl fisheries yield. It highlights the Southern Orcas pearls as a rare find and mentions that pearl buttons on shirts now fetch higher value in Aug Australia than natural pearls, with year earnings cited at £20,000 versus £416,000 for unused oyster products.
A vast stalactite cavern in Bloyakla, among the world's largest, is called Domenica within the Mountain. The cave spans nearly 5,000 yards in length and hosts a maze of corridors and hall like chambers. Stalactites resemble waterfalls and mounds of water and mineral formations. A Prague University professor determined the cave was once inhabited by primitive humans.
The text notes no record gaps when men were shaved and cites drawings from Egypt Chaldea and Ur showing clean shaven men. It suggests early humans used shaving tools, with Egypt and Cradiston LB implied as ancient cultures using implements for shaving, reflecting prehistoric Tan practices.
In a storm swept cottage on Hold-Up Jane Dick Sanders, a boys adventure author, meets a sharp, resourceful businesswoman, L B A, who reveals she writes under cover to avoid attention. They bond over coffee and propose collaboration, shaping Sanders's future as his five book series ends abruptly.
The term farce derives from Latin farchre tasium meaning stuffing or forcing. It entered English via the French farce, which originally carried the gag used by medieval actors to lighten humor. Over time farce denoted light comic drama and mockery.
Former resident of this vicinity, 70 year old Charles A. Paxton of 182 Walnut Street Anaheim, died early last evening from a heart attack while parked near South Lemon and West Center Streets. He was pronounced dead by a physician. survivors include widow Elizabeth F Paxton three sons Virgil L Willard Earl and Charles Jr all of Anaheim a daughter Florence Trene i Paxton of Anaheim two grandchildren and four brothers Frank Clinton Jabez Hague. Paxton, native of Iowa, had lived in California 82 years eight in Anaheim. he attended Temple Methodist church where Rev. Ray C. Harker officiated at funeral. Relatives of Mrs Hebron Sturgeon of Hopkins Missouri gathered for cooperative dinner. Mrs H Sturgeon visits here with sister Mrs Austin Jay. Russell Reed visited from Excel sior Springs for the Fourth.
A classified notice offering 500 bushels of corn for sale. Listing shows contact Lester Brain for details.
A five year ago item recalls a large attendance at the Golden Wedding anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. I K Leach with many relatives and friends present. Obituaries for Mrs. Jane Tare and Mrs. Mary J Carl and James Ira Millemon are listed. Eggs cost 24 cents a dozen. C M McFatridge ran his state phone office building and company reform. he established and owned the Moravia phone system. he placed the first telephone in the Turner Enm office.
Moravia witnesses a large Fourth of July crowd in clear weather as arrangements form to save a Civil War cannon. A 4000 pound gun is promised, and visitors arrive by train from neighboring towns. The Union notes the death of Aunt Rachel Hiatt aged six and Allen Hiatt's near-complete automobile project in Des Moines.
Indigestion acidity heartburn and sour stomach are linked to serious stomach trouble. Dr Emil's Adla Tablets counteract these conditions and give quick relief. Smith Veach druggists.
Notice from Moravia town council of Appanvoge County states a budget meeting on Tuesday July 18 1933 at 8 pm at the Town Hall Tax payers will be heard for or against the estimate of expenditures A G Broshar Town Clerk
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