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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1961
Page
4
Lee Benz resigns as a member of the Appanoose county Board of Supervisors to enter another business. An appointment to fill the unexpired term is expected soon, likely by a Republican, to be made by Clerk of District Court Gloria Cortesio, County Recorder Ticky Samson, and County Auditor Verl Farnsworth.
Miss Joyce Kincade was honored Tuesday evening at Grace Methodist church shower. Rainbow girls and several organizers hosted about sixty guests autographing clothes pins to present to the bride to be. Mint green and white decor highlighted gifts and tea areas. Miss Kincade, to wed Karl Rogers June 25, was aided by Nancy Tomlin and Diane Kincade among others. Out of town guest Mrs. Gerald Gay of Oskaloosa attended.
The Past Matrons club gathered at Mrs Leonard Palmers home on Monday the eighth for the season finale. Hostess Mrs A D Kincade assisted and Mrs Palmer received a surprised birthday card shower. Strawberries pie coffee nuts and mints were served after a social evening.
A Sunday style note urges active Band Mothers to attend a Saturday evening program on June 6 as Mr Burghoffer discusses uniforms. Also mentions Mr and Mrs Harry Woodward visiting relatives in Chicago and Jow City during the weekend.
The first summer band concert begins Saturday at 7 30 p.m. with a 45 minute program. Rehearsals are Wednesdays at 7 00 p.m. Individual music lessons start Tuesday. Moravia merchants offer a drawing called Moravia bucks, with the prize awarded immediately after the concert.
Mrs Pearl Swaim visited her niece Mrs Bob Spaur in Bussey Saturday and stayed with Zelma Hopkins in Albia. Mrs Marshall Perry returned from Des Moines with daughters and Ivan from Spencer. Mrs Clyde Beatty and Judy of Denver called on Aunt Mrs Jennie Pollard. Mr Dewayne Johnson and Linda visited Aunt Anna Clark in Town City. John Dille of Gravity, former Moravians, called on Pollard. Norman Fitzpatrick family and Arlie Murphy of Kansas City visited Carson Jordan family. Decoration Day at Seymour cemetery followed by dinner with the Staggs family. Rev J A Ogden and Eunice attended Memorial services at Eslinger Cemetery. prayer by Rev Ogden and address by Rev Plum. Aunt Etta Schroeder brought from Ottumwa by Lowell VanDorin family. Earl Wayland of Davenport spent time with sister-in-law Mrs Ida Mange.
The Kingdom Builders class of the Methodist church met Friday night June 2 for a party and readings. Secretary Ben French chaired the business session in place of the absent president and vice president. New officers named for the year: Ron Woodward, president. Clifford Caster, vice president. Carolyn VanDorp, secretary and treasurer. Deloris Ballanger, flower and gift. Refreshments were provided by the O Connor and Caster and Wilson families.
The Legion Auxiliary hosts a rummage and bake sale on Saturday, June 10 at the Moravia Laundry. Donations and purchases are solicited and appreciated.
A four foot diameter steel ball defeated multiple hauling attempts by sidewalk superintendents and their equipment. Despite sparks smoke and extra machinery the old Moravia bank safe remained unmoved at the street edge, forcing a setback after a Tuesday effort.
Gieselle and Gregg Brede, children of Mr and Mrs Del Brede, were injured when a car rolled out of gear at the family farm Sunday. The vehicle traveled about 30 feet, struck a large tree to avoid a 30 foot embankment. Gieselle needed stitches for upper lip, Gregg had severe facial bruises. Baby Georgia escaped injury.
Local interest grows as go-cart racing starts this Sunday afternoon at a new track on Albia's east edge. Races are planned for every Sunday afternoon with participation from area enthusiasts.
The 4th district Federated Garden Clubs of Iowa met at Grace Methodist Church with 156 flower show entries. Delegates from 12 clubs attended, awards were presented in horticulture and artistic divisions, and Osceola will host the next convention.
A long list of prize results from a flower show mentions winners in many categories. Names include Mrs. Coffin Mrs. H Smith Mrs. Tisue Mrs. Callen Mrs. Williams and others with entries such as Peony Red Rose Pansies Acuilegia Hemerocallis Dicentra and African violet varieties.
Mary Mosley daughter of Mr and Mrs Andy Mosley and a student at Iowa State University has received a home economics alumnae scholarship for sophomores. She was chosen for scholastic attainment professional interest and extracurricular activities. A Moravia High School graduate and former 4 H member she is noted for academic achievement. Dayne Taylor Rex Exline and Ronnie Underwood attended the Heart of Ozarks fox hound show at Marshfield Missouri with Taylor having one entry in the bench show.
A local show lists multiple winners across divisions including 1st Nellie Williams for Childhood and 1st in Humorous Spice of Life by Mrs Williams. Other top placers include Mrs Leona Smith corsage Graduation and Mrs Tisue Life With the Other Half. Awards mention honorable mentions and several entries by Williams, Callen, Cullen, and Crawford in designs, table, and miniature arrangements.
Bill Bishop son of Mr and Mrs D E Bishop received his Masters degree from the University of Missouri at Columbia on the evening of June 6th His mother attended the ceremonies at University Stadium He plans to enter Indiana University Bloomington in the fall to begin work on a Ph D in College Personnel work He his wife and daughter will move there soon
Wm. Klingeman, living two miles east of Hilton church, lay injured after a Monday tractor incident. Found Tuesday morning by Larry Dayton Moravia vocational instructor, Klingeman crawled toward a road for hours. He was hospitalized in Monroe county with broken ribs, a broken collarbone, and several broken back vertebrae.
Miss Joan Fox daughter of Mr and Mrs Art Fox will receive her B S degree in Elementary Education Friday morning at Cedar Falls after four years of study. She will teach first grade at Earlham this fall and her parents will attend the graduation exercises.
The Moravia library will be open each Wednesday afternoon during June July and August starting June 7. Regular hours observed on Saturdays. A new shipment of traveling library books loaned for the summer is expected on June 10.
The city library adds Elizabeth B. Custer’s Boots and Saddles Life in Dakota with General Custer. Jane R Stewart writes a 23 page introduction explaining characters and context. The work by Custer widow of General Custer portrays plains life, army wagons, and camp life for readers keen on frontier history.
Vess Hiatt attended capping ceremonies Sunday evening at St Josephs chapel Ottumwa. Among the students was his granddaughter Sharon Arge. Nineteen student nurses completed the first two semesters of their three year program at St Josephs hospital school of nursing.
A Nutrena Feed dealers group in Iowa offers eight free ponies to boys and girls. Each pony comes with saddle gear and is guaranteed by Winkleman’s Pony Farms of Lobrville. Maurice Walter of Gard Ner Hatchery in Moravia sponsors locally with a July 25 entry box and July 29 drawing at Centerville.
Moravia's Bible school reports excellent turnout with 134 children enrolled, well above last year's count of about 100. Sessions run through next week and culminate with a union service at the Methodist church on Sunday evening, June 18 at 7 50 p m, inviting all to attend.
Thompson Bros. Construction Co of Newton is shaping Moravia streets in prep for resurfacing with blacktop. They expect to begin asphalt coating Thursday if weather permits and materials arrive. Thirty blocks are being resurfaced, scarred, rolled with three rollers, and regraded for drainage.
Steve Burger suffered a sudden attack of ulcers while in Centerville Saturday. He was taken to the Centerville hospital for treatment and is reported somewhat improved. Mr and Mrs Burger were wed Sunday May 28 and had just returned from a wedding trip.
John Laws was admitted to University Hospital in Iowa City last Wednesday for cataract removal. His wife Mrs. Paul Dicks and daughter stayed with him. The left eye cataract will be removed Wednesday and he is expected to remain in hospital about a week. Address University Hospital Ward C 23 Iowa City.
A Friday evening banquet at the Legion Hall honored senior and eighth grade graduates from the Nazarene church with about thirty youths attending from Knoxville and Bussey. Rev. J. E. Leonard of Knoxville Church of the Nazarene gave the address. Piano solo and musical reading by Miss Judy Woodward and Miss RoseMary Hora were shared, set for the zone talent contest at Allerton Church of the Nazarene.
Jerry Boblenz son of Mr and Mrs Herb Boblenz was appointed by Dr Noval J Wardle as chairman of the Planning committee for the fourth annual state safety congress at Iowa State University Ames. Qiters from this vicinity attending were Donald West Carolyn Ver Steegh Judy Overturf and Marvin Lindley. Larry Dayton accompanied the group as their sponsor.
Moravia booster club invites all members to a park picnic this Thursday followed by work on picnic tables, shelter, and park areas. If rain interrupts, the meeting shifts to a 4 crop supper in the booster club room.
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