Walda Elizabeth Walden birth at University hospital
Walda Elizabeth Walden born weighing seven pounds to Mr and Mrs Walden T Smith on Sunday at University hospital in Ows City Iowa. The notice notes a local newspaper section and remarks on cooler weather and upcoming events. The column references community life and local happenings with mixed editorial asides.
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Walda’ ‘Elizabeth
Mr. and
Mea
Walden 'T. Smith
Suly
University Hospital
Ows City
Iowa
Turner Wheat Yields Above Usual Average
Reports from the U G Turner farm show a standout wheat harvest with over forty acres at an average near thirty bushels per acre and two small fields exceeding forty bushels. These yields surpass the region’s typical southern Iowa average for the area.
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U. G. Turner
Turner
Iowa
Moravia Area Budgets Show Downward Requests
Moravia Independent School District Appanoose County and the Town of Moravia publish budget estimates for 1937 coming in lower than last year. The Moravia school district leads with about 1500 less, the county about 1000 less, and Moravia town slightly lower. Taxpayers may see savings though final bills depend on property values yet to be assessed.
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Moravia Independent
Appanoose County
Moravia
Jerry
Brompton School Reunion Held At Eslinger Grove
The Brompton school held its fourth annual reunion at Eslinger Grove on Sunday July 12 with 66 attendees. Heat reduced turnout. a basket dinner followed by an afternoon program included songs, talks, readings, and a minutes reading.
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Brompton School
Eslinger Grove
America
Mia
Miller
Samantha Webster
Little Red Schoolhouse On the Hill
Boyd Miller
Portland
Ore
Nora Neff
Ethel Roberts
Mra
Webster
Hough School
Albis
All-Star Baseball Night Aims for Moravia Friday
Moravia residents will host an All-Star doubleheader Friday night with the Reds meeting Morrell of Ottumwa and the Blues facing Unionville or Rathbun. First pitch at 8:00 pm. Reds manager John Nowels has not named his lineup while John Laws will select the Blue squad. Previous crowds drew big attendance as last season’s out-of-town games proved popular. The City League standings show Laws' team atop the BAM standings with no recent games played.
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Moravia
Reds
Fest Morrell
Ottumwa
Blues
Unionville
Rathbun
John Nowels
John Laws
BAM
Laws
School Handbooks Ready For Distribution 1926 Edition
Mo ravia public schools will distribute 1686 handbooks in about ten days. Copy goes to the printer tonight and printing should finish by next week. The 1926 handbook follows past editions with up to date content and new interior views of the school building.
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Moravia
Sunday Gathering at Pearl Boyer Home in Moravia
A Sunday gathering occurred Sunday July 12 at the Pearl Boyer home west of Moravia. Attendees from nearby towns included numerous Espy and related families, plus Irwin and Whicker households. A cooperative dinner was enjoyed, with social time and reminiscences about local agriculture and past events. Officers for the school organization for the year were announced, led by President Ethel Roberts.
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Pearlie Boyer
Moravia
T. S. Jones
William Espy
Frank O'Conner
Marjorie
Manilla
Kenneth
Enid
Norris
Earl Espy
Barbara Lee
Marilyn
Russell Espy
Katherine
Billy
Bobbie
Jack
Virgil Espy
Eva
Near Darby
Ben Irwin
Mildred
Dorothy
Near Melrose
Catie Whicker
Orman
Max
Onella
Anna Easter
Hasterner
New York
Massachusetts
Beech
Lowe
Ethel Roberts
Nora Neff
Ona Boardman
Speed limit notice amid dusty roads urged by mayor
Dusty conditions lead to enforced 16 mile per hour speed limit across all shelled streets as mayor L H Beery asks drivers to observe the law and govern themselves. Aged Unionville residents Laura Hicks and Alice Banks are reported dead at Mount Pleasant state hospital with brief notices of survivors and funeral plans pending.
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Moravik Atreets
Sheled Atreets
L. H Beery
Laura Hicks
Unionville
Appanoose County
State Hospital
Mount Pleasant
Surii
Claude
C Rapids
Amanita Miller
I Miller
J. D. Miller
Tobe Stutevoss
Mra. Hicks
Alice Banks
Alice Ks
Dave Caylor
Barn Fire Destroys West Side Barn on C C Long Farm
A large barn at the C. C. Long farm north of Moravia was completely destroyed by fire Saturday. Windy conditions hampered containment, with sparks igniting four east side buildings. Losses included hay oats wheat and machinery. insurance partially covered damage. The first barn burned by lightning years earlier.
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C. C. Long Farm
Moravia
Moravia Legion Auxiliary Picnic At Sharon Park
More than 60 Moravia Legion Auxiliary members and families attended the annual picnic at Sharon Park near Centerville. It was the largest turnout in years with members visiting or swimming in the Chariton river after a bounteous dinner. Mrs. Harley Tisue presided over the event.
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Moravia Legion Auxiliary
Sharon Park
Centerville
James
Chariton River
Harley Tisue
Day Family Reunion at Leighton Park
The annual Day family reunion will be held at Leighton Park in Détumwa on July 19.
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Leighton Park
Détumwa
Mrs Castles Says It Pays To Advertise
Mrs Edna Castles of Albia declares Moravia is on the map by placing an ad in The Union. She claims her Moravia property drew first class tenants after a week of advertising for sale or rent on Ganta Moravia square.
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Moravia
Edna
Castles
Albia
Low
Ganta of
B. Castles, Albia
Council Moves To Alleviate Dust Problem
Moravia town council at a regular meeting discussed dust relief options including calcium chloride and black-top surfacing. Officials seek a workable plan funded by town finances while enforcing a 15 mph speed limit to minimize dust.
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Moravia
FFA Members Called To Register Pure Bred Lambs
Vocational Agriculture instructor Wilbur S. Perkins issued a notice to FFA members with pure bred sheep. Meetings with Mr. Perkins and Mr. Hardie will be in the Moravia building agriculture room on Saturday July 18 at 7:30 p.m. The fee per lamb is 50 cents for FFA members. Bring your lambs and records. Mr. Hardie joined Mr. Perkins in Moravia last week, introducing him to locals. the Perkins family plans to move to Moravia around July 24.
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Wilbur S. Perkins
FF. A
Mr. Perkins
Mr. Hardie
Moravia
Mr.Perkins
Stocker Ranks High In Metalworker School
Information from the U S Navy Recruiting Station Des Moines states Edward E Stocker enlisted in the Navy and completed the Class A Group III Metal Workers School with credit He is congratulated for ranking among the highest in his class and shows energy willingness and reliability for a successful Navy career
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U,. S. Navy
Des Moines
Edward E. Stocker
Ravys
United States Navy
Eugene Boyer Receives Tetanus Anti-Toxin
Pearlie Boyer, five year old son of Mr and Mrs Pearlie Boyer, stepped on a nail Sunday morning and was taken to the doctor for treatment. He was given tetanus anti toxin and is convalescing nicely.
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Pearlie Eugene Boyer
Pearlie Boyer
M. E. Friday Dinner Menu Highlights Comfort Staples
The menu lists scalloped chicken with gravy, noodles, mashed potatoes, slaw, beets, bread, iced tea, succotash, apple sauce, coffee, and other items for a Friday dinner. It emphasizes classic comfort foods and a complete meal lineup.
Mothers Of Nursery School Children Meet At Community Building
Mothers of nursery children, their offspring, and the nursery school faculty met Friday afternoon at the Community building. The meeting featured a cooperative talk by Mon. Martin, the school nurse, and a social session followed with refreshments served at the close.
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Mon. Martin
Tony Eee
Phanks We yaar to sincerely thank preyvone who rendered their serv
A brief note expresses sincere thanks to all who rendered service and support. The message mentions gratitude from C. C. Long and family for aid provided during a difficult time.
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Preyvone
C. C. Long End
Moravia Sets Poll Tax at Two Dollars Until August First
Moravia town council in regular session last Monday set the poll tax at two dollars if paid by August 1. After August 1 the tax rises to four dollars. Payments should be made to street commissioner Kenneth Paxston.
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Peruona
Moravia
Kenneth Paxston
Moravia Heat Tops 100 Degrees for Thirteenth Day
Moravia and surrounding areas endure a prolonged heat wave with temperatures above 100 for the thirteenth straight day. Centerville reported 108 degrees, near the all time high, as crops suffer and only two heat prostrations are noted. Bible school at 10 and preaching at 8.
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Moravia
Bible Stud
Centerville
Lagle
N. G. Wilson
George Cousins
Mr. Wilson
Mr. Cousins
CaureneS Sunday School and Worship Schedule
CaureneS hosts Sunday School at 10:00 a m Morning Worship at 11:00 o'clock Christian Endeavor at 7:00 p m and a Thursday prayer meeting at 8:00 o'clock Pastor F Scott leads the services.
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Christian Endeavor
F. €. Scott
Moravia Methodist Services and Ellis Parish Notices
Morning worship at Wealey Chapel at 9 00. Sunday School at 10 36. Epworth League at 7 00 p m. Evening service announcement to be made Sunday morning. Charles L Ellis, pastor.
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Moravia
Epworth League
Wealey Chapel
Chas. L. Ellis
Par
Church Services and Leaders at Fairview and Hilton
The Church of Christ Bible school meets at 10:00 a m with Mrs Birdie Main as superintendent. Communion at 11:00 a m and Christian Endeavor at 7:00 p m. Ladies Aid meets Wednesday afternoon under Pastor W J Hastie. Fairview Sunday school at 9:00 a m with Grover Kanter superintendent. Morning worship 9:45 a m. Evening service 8:00 p m with Epworth League and Hilton Lewis Rouse superintendent. Epworth League service at 8:00 p m. J W Stine, Pastor.
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Bible School
Birdie
Christian Endeavor
Ladies’ Aid
W. J. Hastir
Tconium Cirgsit Fairview
Bonday
Grover Kanter
Epworth League
Hilton
Lewis Rouse
J. W. Stine
Lake Wapello Dedication Set For July 30
The first man made lake opened under Iowa Conservation is to be dedicated July 30 in Davis County. Governor Clyde L. Herring will preside with Logan Blizzard presenting the lake to the state. A Boone Point memorial for Dr. W. Boone will be unveiled with a bronze plate. Public invitation extended.
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Iowa
The
Conservation Commission
Lake Wapello
Davis County
Lator Roy Stevens
Ottumwa
W. €. Boone
Fish and Game Commission and Conservation Commission
Boone Point
Doctor Boone
Mrs Wood Reports Dry Weather in Dakota
Mrs Wm J Wood of Millboro South Dakota reports dry conditions on July 8 1938 noting drought damaged small grain and dry area while corn remains green with rain needed. She sends $1.60 for Moravia Union and hopes for a good crop. Rev and Mrs Hawkins of Hedrick spent time with their daughter Mrs Lyle Beery and family.
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Wm. J. Wood
Millboro
S. Dak
Moravia Union
Moravia
Sira
Mra B. Hawkins
Hedrick
Lyle Beery
Fall Festival Group to Meet in Moravia Community Building
G B Johnson, president of the Moravia Fall Festival association, calls a meeting in the Community building on Thursday evening to discuss organizing a Colt and Mule Show and to address other business. He urges all horse lovers and supporters of the institute to attend.
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G. B. Johnson
Moravia
Iconium M E Ladies Aid Plans Quilt Show
Iconium M E Ladies Aid met in the church basement on Thursday July 8 for a cooperative dinner and a cool gathering. Burlington guests Mr and Mrs Stine were honored. The group will sponsor a quilt show and ice cream supper on Saturday July 26 with public invitation. An Aid meeting is planned for Thursday July 16 in the afternoon with Division No. 2 to serve and present a short program.
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M. E. Ladies’ Aid of
Iconium
Burlington
Viniti Arend J
Stine
Aid
Death of Ratliff At Lynville Reported
The death of Ratliff occurred at Lynville. The deceased was a man aged approximately fifty something. Funeral arrangements were incomplete in the report, with unclear names and details partially legible. No definitive date or full location beyond Lynville is provided.
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Ratliff
Lynville
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