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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1941
Page
3
A burst of community chatter covers entertainments and wartime duties, with civilians discussing shows, cleanliness efforts, and army life. Personal recollections of Lt Marchi, home front duties, and a lengthy obituary detail the life of a local farmer, banker, teacher, and church leader, Jay. The editorial voice links everyday tasks with the broader wartime context and public service.
Obituary summarizes the passing of Austin Jay born March 9 1857 on a farm south of Blakesbury died July 26 1941 aged 84 years 4 months and 16 days after nearly a year bedfast following a stroke. He was a prominent longtime resident known for caring for the community.
Mr and Mrs C T Foglesong moved Wednesday to Hudson Town where Mr Foglesong will head the barber shop they operated in the area for years. They came ten years ago from Centerville and built many friendships as the Foglesongs leave their current vicinity to begin anew in Hudson.
Reports have been received of Moravia young men being called for duty in the United States army. Tyla Hough of Albia has been inducted from Monroe county and sent to CAC replacement training at Camp Alsace Texas. Clifton Boardman of Brompton will report for final examination around August 24. Dr. John Potter of Muscatine, husband of Dorothy Relch, has been called for duty and will serve at Camp Carlisle Pennsylvania then Camp Grant Illinois.
Mr and Mrs Ira P Boyer of Centerville announce the marriage of their daughter Opal June to H L Pearson on Saturday July 26. The ceremony took place at Centerville with family and friends in attendance.
Floyd Haver Tarr 1892 194? died July 14 in Mitchell South Dakota after stomach surgery. He served in the 117th Infantry machine gun company from 1917 to 1919 with overseas time. A longtime Roy Garringer Post 86 member and Past Commander, he worked as a telegraph clerk in Presen valley and served on district No. 15 school board. Survived by his father two brothers five sisters and many relatives. Funeral with military honors held at city hall auditorium burial Rosebud cemetery.
The Church of Christ lists a Wednesday meal featuring fried chicken and gravy mashed potatoes corn on the cob sliced tomatoes slaw bread butter and jelly. Tea or coffee offered.
The Pence reunion for 1941 was hosted in Centerville with Hattie Stilwell listed among attendees. Burial arrangements and Provident services are noted, with references to Maravin cemetery and related ceremonies.
We express appreciation for the friendship and acts of sympathy shown during the illness and death of our loved one. Thanks for the tributes and courtesies, especially from the Masonic lodge and other orders. Signed by Mrs. Austin and Mr. and Mrs. George Jay and family.
The aluminum drive in Moravia will be conducted Thursday this week led by Mayor Di K Orelup and county chair J A Hoover. Citizens are urged to place aluminum near the street before noon Thursday to support defense needs. Farmers on rural routes responded well with cartier Bishop and Callen bringing in pounds of metal during the week.
Hiatt Oil Co on highway 60 announces Derby line of gerosine kerosene oils and greases with station and tank wagon service. New tanks placed near the Hiatt station for bulk product rebranding and a Derby oil station sign is being arranged. The Derby operation is run by Mr and Mrs Wilbert Hiatt, who also continue automobile repair services at the location.
The Appanoose County Fair opens August 6 in Center ville Belle Wooden Park with top acts. The Future Stars of America Revue, produced by Robert Blaylock of Des Moines, headlines August 7 and 8 with premier young talent. Fireworks display “Beauty of Fire” on August 9 tops the program alongside Bauman’s stunts and the Hindu Bed of Spikes. A radio quiz show by Blaylock caps the night, with audience prizes funded by local merchants. Admission rules update: free for under 12, 26 cents for others, 4-H members admitted free.
A fragmented public notice urges readers to attend a Masonic meeting led by A Buxton and W, with details obscured by OCR errors. The readable names include Buxton and W. The event appears in the Antiquit state paper column, inviting members to gather in the evening.
R Pearl Kelsey son of Mr and Mrs W E Kelsey of Iconium leaves Nevada to join the extension service at Iowa State College. He has served several years as 4 H club agent in Story County and earned an enviable record. The Story County 4 H club and Farm Bureau hosted a farewell party in his honor.
Lementine Hulda Tucker daughter of John and Sarah Tucker born near Wesley Chapel on February 10 1869 died July 26 1941 in Memphis Missouri at 82 years 5 months 16 days She was last surviving of eight siblings and long trusted in Moravia before moving to Memphis after illness a stroke Funeral services were held at Moravia Methodist Church conducted by Rev E LeRoy Pullman with burial in Denny cemetery
The Rose family expresses gratitude to relatives and friends for acts of kindness and sympathy shown during bereavement and for floral offerings. Signed by Mrs W A Rose, Dorothy Rose, Kermit Rose, Keith Rose, Lloyd Rose and families.
The 14th annual Burton reunion was held at the Centerville city park on Sunday July 27. A noon picnic dinner was followed by visiting with many Burtons in attendance including Matilda and Harley Burton Gerald Burton Olia Burton Orville Burton and Lulu Burton plus Hiatt Argo Callen and Wright families among others.
Revival services are in progress this week at the Church of Christ. Rev Kenneth Hunt pastor of Iconium church brings the message. Services begin at 8 o clock.
Mr and Mrs W WY Murdy traveled to Moulton as relatives faced the serious illness and death of Mrs Will Blosser who had been an invalid for years. Rev F C Scott and daughter Harriett of Toledo and Mrs Austin Jay hosted guests at the Z C Callen home for dinner after Tuesday noon visit.
A concert schedule listing overtures and marches by composers such as Hicks De Luca and Alford with soloists John Laws Betty Bishop and Bennett. Pieces include Tournament Fultonaire Colonel Mogey Mister Joe and Normal and a patriotic march song Flag of the Colorado plus a serenade and a national anthem.
Descendants of E H Boyer hosted a July 27 picnic at the George Boyer home with 72 relatives. A noon meal and entertainment followed by afternoon program led by Ava Foster and Opal Burns featured recitations, songs, and tributes. Numerous relatives attended, listing extended family members and spouses across the Boyer and Foster lines.
A family reunion honored George Irelan on his 76th birthday at his daughter Elvin Stocker’s home east of town. A noon cooperative dinner followed with many relatives attending from nearby towns and farms. other local notes include births, visitors, and travel among area families.
People around Moravia backing a rural fire protection plan with about 80 farmers already signing contracts to cooperate in purchasing motorized equipment. The Moravia Farm Fire Service illustrates a nationwide shift to rural protection using membership funding and local agreements for housing and maintenance. Non members receive service but are billed, risking discontinuance if unpaid.
Unionville halted Moravia’s winning streak with a 12 to 7 victory at Unionville. Moravia pitcher Chas Hiatt faltered early as Unionville built a seven run edge, later scoring nine off Underwood in the fifth and two in the sixth. Moravia previously beat CIO Ottumwa 10 to 8 on home grounds last Friday. Upcoming games include Pedrick and Thorne of Ottumwa visiting Friday and the Oskaloosa Eagles visiting Tuesday. the Eagles are regarded as one of the fastest teams in the area.
Mrs Lloyd McCrory learns of sister Mrs William Teague 67 died at Bloomfield on July 26. Survived by son George W Teague of Leavenworth Kansas and three daughters Tunis Thompson Indianapolis Mary Pilcher Floris Janet Eaton Floris. Funeral services were held at Bloomfield at 2 pm Sunday July.
Six Moravia high school graduates from the class of 1920 and their families met at Centerville park for an annual reunion on Sunday July 20 A cooperative noon dinner was shared with attendees including Ted Wilson and daughter Mildred Chariton Flo Moore Ottumwa Raymond Plants A Mangle couple J Patrick Mr and Mrs Tadlock and children Imogene Basil and Larry Mr and Mrs Roy Ellison and others The next reunion is set for the third Sunday in July 1942 Also N BR Ward and daughter Margaret Dorothy Nowely returned Monday from a Colorado Springs vacation with side trips and reports of an enjoyable time
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