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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1948
Page
3
Dr A P Keast Ottumwa District Superintendent of the Iowa-Desm Moines Conference of the Methodist Church announces Miss Weaunelta McConnell Centerville has been secured to supply the Moravia Wesley Methodist Churches until a permanent minister is found. She will attend Wesley Sundays at 9 46 and Moravia at 11 00.
The Matherly family reunion gathered Sunday in Moravia Park with a noon dinner and an afternoon of visiting. Attendees included James Skipper and family, Gertrude Lile, Clyde Matherly, and many others from Centerville, Grinnell, Exline, Ottumwa, Springfield, Moulton, and surrounding areas. Betty and Jessie Van Dorin sang during the gathering.
Monroe county 4-H club president Wanda Robb of the Busy Maidens Moravia vicinity served as club delegate to the Ames 4-H Girls State convention. She was accompanied by leader Mrs Ralph B Davis and Monroe county members Lois Fisher DaVonna Vance Mona Kay Gushwa June Amos Evelyn Baltimore and Phyllis Visser. The group enjoyed the trip despite extreme heat and gained knowledge to share with their club.
The E.U.B. Church Council held a business meeting after Sunday services. Nominations were made for class leader treasurer financial secretary benevolence treasurer trustee Sunday school superintendent treasurer and secretary. Names to be posted at the church. Election set for Sunday morning August 1.
Mrs Tillmont entertained 27 women at a Better Brush party on Thursday afternoon. Mrs Muriel Harms of Centerville directed the demonstration. Winners included Mrs Harry Tisue Mrs Gerald Morgan and Mrs John Dille. Door prizes went to Mrs W C Bivio and Mary Lou McDonough. Hostess served refreshments assisted by Joan Wille and Mary Lou McDonough.
Mrs Albert Witherby chaired a Legion Auxiliary committee meeting at her home on a recent Wednesday afternoon. Attendees included Mrs Chet Breshar Mrs Lee Hiatt Mrs Howard Smith and Mrs Garnet Mc Donough with Witherby also leading the yearbook committee. Refreshments of ice cream cake and coffee were served.
A brief appreciation message thanks the friends and neighbors who sent and delivered cards during a stay at City Hospital. The note mentions officer J. Ved and Bauitien in appreciation for support during the illness.
The Mora carnival held nightly last week was financially successful for the Legion. Commander Pearson reports the Legion's share was $99.92, just short of a full hundred dollars, thanks to patrons whose support aids the Legion home modernization project.
Miss Martha Elaine Johnson daughter of Mr and Mrs H C Johnson wed Delbert W Donahoo son of Mr and Mrs A W Donahoo at University Christian Church Des Moines on Sunday July 12 the Reverend Marvin O Lansbury officiated at 4 pm in a setting of white gladioli and cathedral candles They will reside in Ottumwa after August 1 where he works as a staff member at KBIZ radio station
The American Legion auxiliary held its July meeting at the Legion home with 14 attending. Mrs. Gerald Morgan presided over installation of officers led by the junior past president. New officers include Garnet McDonough president and Josephine Witherby first vice president. Committees announced, two delegates named for the State convention in Des Moines August 4–6, and a Legion auxiliary picnic set for July 27 at Moravia park. Guests included Mrs. Jake Day of Eaton, Colorado.
Miss Patty Halden presided at the regular monthly church night gathering at the Evan Felicinal United Brethren church Friday evening. After group singing, Mrs Earl Rabuck sang a solo reading My Grandmas Apron. A trio sang, a skit was presented by Mary Rose Main and Delta Veach, a vocal duet by Kathleen Halden and Viola Hammond. Games hour followed with refreshments of pie and coffee. The August church night was set for July 30 with committee members Mrs Harry Woodsward Miss Imogene Hinte and Mrs Harold Mason.
The guild gathered Monday evening for a missionary faith program led by Miss Kick with the topic "Yorether We Build." Speakers included Elma Veuchould on the Bridge of Love and others presenting various international bridges and regions.
Paul Baldwin and Beverly Oden were married Saturday night at 7 30 in Exline Christian Church. Beverly Oden is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Britt Oden and the couple will live on a farm near Mystic after a two week Ozarks honeymoon and home their many friends.
A family gathering was held at the Orlando Sears home Friday in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Burdette Cross and Ronald and Fatty of Rinckley Tl. and Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Harrett of Kanesville IH. Those present were Mrs. Sarah Dudley, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Arn old of Corydon, Mr. and Mrs. Perle Dudley and grandsons Paul and Ernie, Mrs. Makine Jones, Mrs. Earl Espy and son Roger, Mrs. Homer Phillips and son Kelly all of Centerville, Mr. and Mrs. John West and Junior and Margaret of Livonia, Mo, Mr. and Mrs. Glen Stogdill and daughter Linda at Lancaster, Mo., Mrs. Mary Har rett of Udell, William Divans of Rock Island Hl, and Mr. and Mrs. Sears and son Donnie. Mr. and Mrs. Iarrett left Satur day for their home and the Cross family concluded a two weeks visit t here with her parents and with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Perry Cross, and departed for their hone Sunday. Mrs. Sarah Dudley re mained for a longer stay with her daughter, Mrs. Sears.
After 25 years in Miattaville the Watt family announces move to Centerville. They express sincere thanks to neighbors for friendship and help and invite ongoing ties. They note a farewell ice cream party and a token present. They will reside at 411 East State St Centerville and extend a welcoming invitation.
Friends and neighbors held a farewell party at Hiattsville hall for J T Hiatt and Ellen Hiatt. Seventy five people attended as cream was served and guests visited. The Hiatts plan to move to Centerville soon. Phyllis Rabuek attends youth fellowship convention.
Girl Scouts enjoyed an afternoon of games at the Kenneth Condra home with Margaret as hostess and Mitzi Sawver directing activities. The following Tuesday the group biked to the Zell Callen farm, cooked supper, spent the night, and had breakfast.
A birthday dinner gathered Mr H C Tisue and guests including Mr and Mrs Carl Visite and others. Ray Argo Dewy and Gerahd Edna plus James Nash and family celebrated a daughter or family member with a special supper.
The Taylorettes 4 H club and families held a picnic supper and swimming party at Centerville Park Sunday evening. The event honored fathers with gifts and a tie award as reporters noted the warm, family atmosphere and cheerful participation by all attendees.
Mrs Utterback and Meo attended the funeral of her aunt. Relatives were gathered on Sunday afternoon as Glodie Meg and Mrs Utterback visited them on their way home.
Mr and Mrs Charlé4 Broshar Carol Ronnie and Mrs James Kaster with Mr and Mrs Vernon Kaster and James went to Iowa City Sunday to see Johnnie Kaster a hospital patient. Johnnie injured by a mover weeks ago is getting along as well as could be expected. They also visited the museum.
Curreney Hilton Church announces Sunday school at 10 a.m. with a class and teacher for every age. Church service at 11 a.m. A special evangelistic service is planned for 8 p.m. The pastor presents The Greatest Question in the World, inviting all to attend the evening service.
Grace Methodist Church Moravia presents Sunday school at 10:00 a m followed by preaching at 11:00 Wesley preaching at 9:45 and the Sunday school continuing after the preaching service. Jons Waunella McCronnell serves as Tastor Pro Tem.
Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. with M. H. Johnson as Superintendent. Morning worship at 11:00 a.m. Evening service at 7:30 p.m. Youth program at 8:00 p.m. Prayer and Bible study Thursday at 8:00 p.m. Pastor F. A. Hahn leads the Nazarene church activities.
The Evangelical Brethren Church in Earl Rabock Pa notes Sunday School at 10:00, Baptismal service at 10:50, Youth Fellowship at 7:00, preaching at 8:00, and Thursday prayer meeting at 8:00. Quarterly meeting Aug 2, branch reports due Sept 11, parsonage and church trim painting planned, district meeting July 30 et al.
Members of the Twentieth Century Readings club and guests enjoyed a cooperative supper Saturday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Urniv Tucker and Mrs. Alfred Carl, Sun.
Mr and Mrs Jake Day and Cura) and Craig of Eaton Cole were called there Friday due to the critical illness of his father J L Day, a patient at Otumwa hospital.
Centerville will host a circus event featuring Dudley Brothers Circus with performances at 3 and 8 PM on Tuesday July 27. The show promises a five ring spectacle with a large top tent and acts including elephants and exotic animals. Local ad copy touts popular prices and old style circus flair.
Financial report shows balance of 107 dollars after expenses for balls bats and bulbs. Offerings at games kept the fund even as teams covered their own light bills. Next Friday July 23 Corner Cafe faces Martins Machine Shop Center ville. Corner Cafe lost 9 to 6 at Albia while Boy Scouts played Udell Monday with Udell’s pitcher noted as hot.
Local residents listed for a week of travel and family visits. Frank Chambers travels to Salem Oregon to visit son Carl and family, with en route stop in Cheyenne. Several others named relocate or visit relatives in Des Moines Morg via Ottumwa Lovilla and Newton areas.
Clelland Jolly, son of Freeman Jolly of Moravia, transferred from the Marshalltown Goodyear store to become manager of the Goodyear outlet in Marengo Iowa. Wayne Glick, Ottumwa Route 7, returns from a 60 day leave after two years in China with the Marine Corps and will report to Marine Corps Schools Quantico Va after leave.
John G. Nelson died in Des Moines Friday morning July 16 at age 92. Born in England, he lived in this county most of his life and moved from Centerville in 1914. He is survived by three daughters Emma Hayward Elizabeth Horn and Margaret Rynearson and a son George Nelson. Funeral services were held Monday in Centerville with burial at Oakland cemetery.
Supt and Mrs I J Hickman and family visit Palmyra Missouri parents and return. Rev Ralph Schafer of Marshalltown and singers from Nashville attended Moravia Church services. Various locals travel, visit relatives, and attend funerals and picnics in Ottumwa Albia Fairfield and Washington.
U. C. Main sells his Moravia Main Bros. Grocery after 27 years in the same location. Harold Burton, previously employed in Ottumwa, begins work at the store with possession slated for August. Main first opened a Moravia market in 1911 and has spent most years in business here, except for a farm period. illness prompted the sale.
Mr and Mrs Tom Richardson of Albia announce the engagement of their daughter Dorothy to Darrell E Caster son of Mr and Mrs E Caster of Moravia The marriage is set for August 10.
Mr and Mrs Harry E Gilck will observe their golden wedding anniversary Sunday July 26 at their home here. Open house will be from to 6 oclock. Friends are invited to call.
Clarence Schaffner resigns from Main Bros. Grocery after a year and plans to relocate to Ottumwa to pursue ministerial studies beginning in the fall.
Mrs Harold Hudgens was brought home Wednesday morning from Centerville hospital where she had been a patient.
Card of thanks expresses gratitude for cards letters and calls during hospital stay. Mrs Harold Hudgens signs. Weekend visit clip notes Patty Sawvel of Des Moines stayed with her parents Lester and family. She and Mary Mar iaret Briskey of Rathbun work for Lock magazine.
Rev Earl Rabuck departed Monday to attend the Ministerial Conference of the Evangelical United Brethren churches of Iowa Colorado and Nebraska. The meeting opened at 7:30 p.m. at York College in York Nebraska and will run through Friday with all ministers from the United Brethren and Evangelical churches expected to attend.
The American Legion and Auxiliaries with members and their families will host a basket supper at Moravia Park on Tuesday evening, July 27 at 6 30. Grace Veach serves as secretary.
The 14th annual Lockman reunion will be held at Moravia Park on Sunday August 8 1948. All former friends and neighbors are invited Secretary Paris of Waterloo invites attendees. Afternoon guests include Broxann Blanford Mason City Mr and Mrs Ches ter Woodcock Mrs Claire Spencer and Mrs Albert Woodcock of Albia.
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