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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1966
Page
1
A Moravia High School grounds scene Saturday evening saw deliberate breaking of new hard maple trees planted in past Arbor Day ceremonies by the garden club. The act shows public property disregard and prompts concern over Moravia youths.
Des Moines and Cleveland youngsters seem without activities as budget talks hint at higher taxes next year. Moravia school budget rises from 228843 to 234957, while road work crews prepare the Moravia Iconium pavement project amid general tolerance for the upcoming disruption. The Chariton River Baptist Ladies Aid hosted a baby shower for Leslie Freeman Lemley at Bruce and Karen Martin’s home with prizes, gifts, refreshments, and convivial visiting among a list of attendees.
Billy Graham quips on space ambitions and moral drift, urging a return to spiritual discipline and ethical living amid modern distractions. The remark frames a critique of society’s focus on conquest and entertainment over inner growth and responsibility.
The Woman's Society of Christian Service met at the Methodist Church for a dessert luncheon on Wednesday July 20 at 1 30 p.m. Hostesses were Bertha Broshar Doris Jean Woodward and Mable Smith with 14 ladies one guest and Rev Hershey present Vera Moore from Iconium spoke on the School of Missions from Indianola in June. Devotions were by Mrs Wm Gardner using scripture verses and an article on for-
Verve McDonough presented The Inclusive Church program while Venetah Tubaugh led the business meeting. Cash supply needs were read and societies asked to provide five pairs of knitted slippers, plus used shirts for hospital gowns and sheets for bandages. August meeting features a co op dinner at noon with a guest from Bidwell Des Moines and Betty Crocker coupons requested.
The July meeting of the Happy Helpers was hosted by Donna Hawk. Marsha Thompson led the session with reports by the secretary and treasurer. Nine members attended as they discussed old and new business, planned the achievement show date, pledged the 4H flag, and heard county fair demonstrations by Elaine Christy and Ellen Cooper. Donna Hawk also demonstrated food safety for picnics.
The Chariton River Baptist Ladies Aid met Wednesday at Plano Park for a picnic. The Lord's Prayer was repeated before the noon meal. The afternoon devotional was led by the president Mrs.
Sandra Mitchell led a lesson titled Are We Alive from John with a prayer by Mrs. Mitchell. Prizes went to Irene Brandon and Karol Atwell, and Sandra Mitchell won birthday presents. Next meeting set for Aug 23 with Karol Atwell. The event highlighted a large turnout and a church watch service promo.
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