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Newspaper

Moravia Union

Location

Moravia, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1968

Page

4

Rathbun Tourism Preview planned at damsite

A July 27 tourism program previewing Rathbun area economic potential and tourism techniques will be held at the damsite with a cookout at 6 30 p m and speakers at 7 30 p m The Rathbun Regional Planning Commission Chambers of Commerce Extension Service in four counties U S Corps of Engineers and Iowa Development Commission back the event with panel discussions by V Caudle J Rowe and others Tickets available from chambers or commercial clubs in the area Appanoose County limited to 75 tickets

Rathbun J. v. Rowe DX Sunray Oil Chanmabers of Commerce Appanoose County

Mrs Rubye Cloyed’s Trip With Hutchings And Family

Mrs Rubye Cloyed returned home Friday after a flight from Des Moines to Oklahoma City with the Robert Hutchings family. They toured southern states to Wallington D C and attended graduation at Madison College in Harrisburg Va for Miss Sally Cloyed. They were sightseers in Richmond and Williamsburg and visited Iowa City with Mr and Mrs Craig Cloyed en route home. The Hutchings visit his parents in Mason City and are due Friday to see her mother.

Rubye Cloyed Des Moines Oklahoma City Robert Hutchings Wallington D.C Willard Cloyed Madison College Sally Cloyed Harrisburg Richmond Williamsburg Iowa City Craig Cloyed Hutchings Mason City

Second Semester Honor Roll Names Listed by Grade

The list shows honor roll selections for Second Semester across Ninth Grade with names such as Marie Croyed Barbara Coltrain Cecil Cooper Kathy Cortesio Ruth Johnson Deborah Kelley Marvin Martin Barbara McBride Claudia Miller Jan Moore Camilla Prater Diane Hogers Ronald Thomas Mary Van Borin Vera Wright. Tenth Grade includes Linda Hiali Mary Hawk Joy McCrory Jody Mc Dane Connie Renwick Gary Tisue Elaine VanDePal Danny Wilson. Ninth Grade and other grades include William Cortesio Hope Kelley Danny McDanel Carla Miller Wayne Tisue Pamela VandePal George Woodward Linda Arnold Joyce McDonough Mary Strunk Reborah VanDorin.

Marie Croyed Barbara Coltrain Cecil Cooper Kathy Cortesio Ruth Johnson Deborah Kelley Marvin Martin Barbara McBride Claudia Miller Jan Moore Camilla Prater Diane Hogers Ronald Thomas Mary van Borin Vera Wright Linda Hiali Mary Hawk Joy McCrory Jody McDane Connie Renwick Gary Tisue Elaine VanDePal Danny Wilson William — Cortesio Hope Kelley Danny McDanel Carla Miller Wayne Tisue Pamela VandePal George Woodward Linda Arnold Joyce McDonough Mary Strunk Reborah VanDorin

Garden Club To Host District Convention

Moravia Garden Club will host the Fourth District Convention of the Federated Garden Clubs of Town on Tuesday June 18 at Moravia high school. President Mrs Gary Charity leads the club with a noon luncheon costing 1 50 registration from 8 30 to 9 30 a m slides on wild flowers by Rev Suhr. Entrants may register 7 30 to 10 a m with judging at 10 30 a m and no entries removed before 4 p m. District director is Mrs Ivan Harsh. district includes eleven counties and 22 clubs in southern state.

Moravia Garden Club Federated Garden Clubs of Town Moravia High School Gary Charity Moravia Club Suhr Garden Club Ivan Harsh Moravian Garden Club

Pond Management Meet Set for June 28 at Farm

A pond management meeting led by Jim Johnson and featuring Robert Moorman and Mark Uhlenhake will occur June 28 at 1:30 p.m. on the Paul Koffman farm, southeast of Albia. Topics include weed control, fish species, stocking timing, and pond equipment.

Paul Koffman Jim Johnson Albia Johnson Robert Moorman Iowa State University Mark Uhlenhake

Turner Reunion Held Sunday at Fairgrounds

The fourth Turner reunion was held June 9 at the 4-H fairgrounds. Ralph Turner led thanks to God before a noon basket dinner. Afternoon photos and visits followed with letters read from Pauline Thornton Jane Dobson Roy Derby and Ivan Shumway. Births marriages and attendees listed. 55 members present including the Turner and Brummell families from multiple towns.

Virginia Turner Cloyed Turner Jim Fulsom Marcia Kay Charles Pat Custer Chris Allen Dean Witermark Lonnie Ray Gene Cheryl McClure Heidi Marie Raymond Nancy Turner Charles Grover John Beverly Gillaspie Ralph Walker Paul Turner Bob Turner Grace Walker Pearl Free Fern Callen Robert Turner Arthur Freed Albia Charles Custer Mark Marcia Randalea Raymond Coughlin Gene McClure Lonnie Larry Ottumwa Edward McCord Ralph Turner Moravia May Barnes Blanche Turner Fairfield Dean Grosscup Kevin Chuck Janice Concord Calif Robert Lee Susan Brian Carbon Cliff Russell Bales Kieth East Moline James McCord Kay Keith Galesburg Lowell Turner Oskaloosa Cloyd Turner Rosano University Park Edith Brummell Andy Knoxville Francis Felt Des Moines A. C. Vosburg Bussey Grover Gillaspie Pulaski Jedi Diely Oska- Joosa

Band Notice For State Trip Uniforms Due Soon

Twirlers and mag swing members and two marching unit members must update uniforms immediately for cleaning. High school building open daily for access and pickup ahead of state trip preparations.

Engagement announced for Blaine Moore and James Murdy

Mrs Eleanor R Moore announces the engagement of her daughter Blaine to James Murdy son of Mr and Mrs Wendell Murdy Rt 1 Albia. Miss Moore 1967 Centerville high graduate and Iowa Telephone employee. Fiance 1966 Moravia high graduate and Ford Motor Co Albia employee. Wedding set for July 28 1968.

Eleanor R. Moore Blaine James Murdy Wendell Murdy Rt. 1 Albia Miss Moore Centerville Iowa Telephone Co Moravia Ford Motor

Engagement announced for Shirley Helmick and Colin Cridlebaugh

Mr and Mrs Ernest Helmick of Moravia announce the engagement of their daughter Shirley to Colin Cridlebaugh son of Mr and Mrs Paul Cridlebaugh of Centerville Shirley graduated in 1968 and Colin in 1967 from Moravia high school They both work at Chamberlain Mfg Co Albia No wedding date set.

Ernest Helmick Moravia Shirley Colin Cridlebaugh Paul Cridlebaugh Centerville Colin Moravia High School Chamberlain Mfg. Co Albia

Frank O Conner Honored At Sunday Dinner

Frank O Conner was honored at an early Father’s Day dinner Sunday. A co op dinner served at noon and home made ice cream in the afternoon. Phyllis O Conner made a cake. Numerous O Conner relatives and friends attended including Kenneth, Norris, Fay Paxston, Steve Shepard, Carl Boyer, Milo Walker, Jim Gosnell, and Des Moines visitors.

Frank O Conner Frank O'Conner Phyllis O’conner O'Conner Kenneth O’conner Scott Steve Shepard Fay Paxston Retn Ard Elkis Carl Boyer Beth Rick Milo Walker Debra Jewel and Brent Norris O'Conner Sheila Marlin Raynay Jim Gosnell Venneta Tammy Marengo Estel Wolver Phil Wright Carol Paxston Des Moines

Thank you note to friends and family from hospital stay

A grateful message thanks friends and relatives for cheering visits cards and gifts during a hospital stay in St Joseph and after returning home.

St. Joseph Hospital

Thank You Note From Hospitalized Crop Caregiver

A message of gratitude to the volunteers and supporters who tended crops, delivered meals, and offered gifts, cards, flowers, and visits during a two week hospital stay after a track accident. The writer appreciates the concern and encouragement that eased the stay.

Thanks for sympathy after mother's death from local friends

The family expresses sincere thanks to friends and neighbors for sympathy and thoughtful tributes following their mother's passing. They acknowledge cards, food, and support from Mr. and Mrs. Max Joseph, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Albert Bates, Leis, and Joyce Hiatt.

Max Joseph Charles Albert Bates

Local Methodist churches outline Sunday services and events

Churches including First Christian Nazarene Grace Grace Moravia Salem and Wesley Chapel list worship hours Sunday schools and midweek activities with pastors superintendents and program notes. The Rev L B Deadrick and Rev T W Woodin are noted as pastors with worship at 11 a.m. and 10 a.m. services and WSCS and Bible study schedules. 331 attended Bible Schools.

Moravia Grace Clarence Whitehead Salem United Methodist L. B. Deadrick Carl Tisve Christ WSWS Imogene

Mrs Dallas Faber Transferred to Ottumwa Hospital

Mrs Dallas Faber was moved from Monroe County hospital in Albia to Ottumwa hospital on Monday for observation and treatment.

Dallas Faber Ottumwa Hospital Monroe County Hospital Albia

Mrs Harvey Hayes Leaves Albia Hospital

Mrs Harvey Hayes is discharged from Monroe County hospital in Albia after a week as a patient.

Harvey Hayes Albia Hospital Monroe County Hospital Albia

Anniversary Dinner Attended by Burns Family Group

Those attending the annual June wedding anniversary dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Burns included Olin Foster and spouse, Roe Van Antwerp and family, Rex Foster and family, David Weston and family, Leon Burns and Linds, Paul E Burns, Paul Dean Burns and Shelly, Lester Gordon and spouse, Everett Hawk and family, and Jim Burns and family.

Russell Burns Olin Foster Roe van Antwerp Rex Foster David Weston Leon Burns and Linds Paul E. Burns Paul Dean Burns Shelly Lester Gordon Everett Hawk Jim, Burns

Garden Club District convention at high school June 18

The Garden Club hosts its district convention at the high school on Tuesday June 18. A flower show closes entries at 10 30 am. Noon luncheon costs 1 50. Members or those interested in flowers are welcome. Registration is 5 dollars for adults and ten cents for juniors.

Fort Worth couple welcomes twins and a son in a Texan family note

Mr. and Mrs Dennis Argo of Fort Worth Texas announce the birth of their son Scott Dennis and a 4 daughter Theresa Ano Joseth weighing 6 pounds 3 ounces each. Grandparents Ady Massey Mo Tavia Roy Arey Melrose. Great grandparents Harley Tisue Verda Argo Oskalousa and Mosley Albia.

Jér Dennis Argo Fort Worth Texas Scott Dennis Theresa Ano Joseth Ady Massey Mo Tavia Roy Arey Melrose Harley Tisue Verda Argo Oskalousa

Frank Millers To Note Golden Wedding

Frank and Roxa Miller celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a June 23 reception from 2 to 4 p.m. at First United Methodist Church Centerville. They wed June 26, 1918 in Moravia. They ran a funeral home in Centerville since 1923 and are active. They have one daughter, Maxine Wehrle, two granddaughters Michele Mohring and Susan Wehrle, and two grandsons Steve and Mark Wehrle.

Frank Roxa Miller First United Methodist Church Centerville Roxa Ristora Winsler Frank Allan Miller Moravia Hightshoe Unionville Miller- Wehrle

Shower Honors Lana McDonolds Bride‑to‑Be of Jimmie Smith

A Monday evening shower at Grace Methodist church in Moravia honored Miss Lana McDonolds who will marry Jimmie Smith on June 22. Hostesses were Mrs. Karl Tutu Mrs. Ron Woodward Mrs. Cecil Coulson and Mrs. T. J. Luse. Lana opened gifts with help from sisters Susan Lori and Judith Lofgren.

Lana McDanolds Lana McDonolds Jimmie Smith Grace Methodist Church Moravia Karl Tutu Ron Woodward Cecil Coulson T. J. Luse Susan Lori Judith Lofgren Bloomfield Betty McDonalds Mystic Lofgren

Golden Wedding Celebration for Neal Burton’s 50th Anniversary

Mr and Mrs Carroll Steinbeck hosted a reception in Washington Iowa at the First United Methodist Church to honor Mr and Mrs Neal Burton on their Golden Wedding anniversary. 126 guests attended plus family members, with nieces nephews and friends helping with serving and gifts. Supper followed at the Burton home and numerous cards gifts and calls marked the day.

Neal Kenneth Steinbeck Andy George Carl Tisue Vic Woolums Iowa City Kristen Steinbeck Kortney Steinbeck Richland Iowa Wayne Gary Alan Tisue Moravia Burtons Harley Burton Centerville Grant Tadlock

Iowa Southern Pays Large Appanoose Tax Bill

A check for 1s5 497.24 was delivered to the Appanoose County Treasurer by Leonard DeHoet of Iowa Southern Utilities Company. The payment covers the first half of Iowa Southern property taxes, with total annual taxes projected at 172.90 for 1937. Distribution supports Moravia city administration and public schools, plus rural line taxes totaling 52,426.40.

Appanoose County Leonard DeHoet Iowa Southern Utilities Company Iowa Southern Court House Moravia Ajppangose County

Thankful note after surgery and hospital stay

Douglas Doud expresses appreciation for cards letters and visits received following surgery and his return home Tuesday from the Ollumway hospital.

Ollumway Hospital

Dinner Menu From Salom United Methodist Church Aid

The Ladies Aid of Salom United Methodist Church serves a noon dinner starting at 12 40. Menu includes fried chicken mashed potatoes gravy green beans coleslaw hot bread butter pie and coffee or tea.

Ladies Aid of the Salom United Methodist Church Cole Shaw

Moravia Rebekahs Plan Booster Club Night

Moravia Rebekah lodge met with Helen Lou Stocker presiding. They arranged serving the Booster Club Thursday evening and signed a thinking of you note to Nell Utterback in Albia nursing home. Fans for the hall were discussed. Betty Cridlebaugh Ava Foster were named to plan a birthday event for April May June birthdays. Gladsie Pennington Doris Boblenz announced the refreshment committee. Refreshments included frozen whipped cream nuts mints iced tea and koolachie.

Rebekahs Booster Club Moravia Rebekah Lodge Helen Lou Stocker Noble Grand Aecord Nell Utterback Albia Betty Cridlebaugh Ava Foster Gladsie Pennington Doris Boblenz Madge Davis Lulu Alt

Rev Woodin, 35 Appointed to Moravia Church Pastors

Reverend Thomas W. Woodin of Nodaway Iowa is assigned to the Grace United Methodist Church pastorate serving Moravia Fairview and Wesley Chapel. He succeeds Reverend Thomas D. Hershey and will preach his first sermon on June 23 with his wife and four children.

Thomas W. Woodin Nodaway Moravia, Fairview Wesley Chapel Grace United Methodist Church Thomas D. Hersey Woodin Iowa

Good Neighbor Deed At Mihalovich Farm

Farmers plowed disced and planted acres of soybeans corn and sorghum for Dan Mihalovich, a St. Joseph Hospital patient in Centerville after a truck crash. Helpers include Ed McCord, Andy Mosley, Dwight Stocker, Bob McAnnelly, Gene Muff, Dean Stocker, Bill French, Mike French, Kenneth Stocker, Paul Turner, Trenton Wilson, Max Whicker, Paul Mihalovich. Women hosted noon meals. Dan Mihalovich returned home Sunday from Centerville hospital.

Dan Mihalovich St. Joseph Hospital Centerville L Ed McCord Andy Mosley Dwight Stocker Bob McAnnelly Gene Muff Dean Stocker

Coop Supper at Moravia Community Building Friday

Friends and neighbors are invited to a coop supper at the Moravia Community building on Friday evening June 14 at 6 30. Drinks will be furnished. Hosted by Mrs Orval Burton Charles Burton and family.

Coop Moravia Orval Burton Charles Burton

Maggie Faber Visits Grandchildren in Monrovia California

Mrs. Maggie Faber departed Monday evening for Monrovia California to spend time with her two grandsons and granddaughter. Her granddaughter Sharon Thompson is set to graduate from high school Thursday evening.

Maggie Faber Monrovia California Sharon Thompson

Moravia Teams Extend Winning Streak In Week

Moravia girls won three straight as they beat Mormon Trail 17 16 with Lou Ellen Rowley earning the win and hitting pitcher Shirley Helmick collecting three hits. Bloomfield fell 17 2 to Moravia on Monday with Donna Rhee as winner and Pat Judge hitting two home runs in one inning. Boys baseball notes show Moravia at 6 1 overall with a four game streak, Rod Purdum striking out 11 in the Mormon Trail game and George Woodward tossing a complete game in the E. Warren win. Upcoming conference games vs Melcher Dallas and Leon are listed.

Moravia Morman Trail Lou Ellen Rowley Shirley Helmick Mormon Trail Bloomfield Girls Donna Rhee Winnhing Pat Judge Bloomfield van Buren Girls Kay Helmick Pam VandePel van Buren Eddyville Leon Rod Purdum Chuck Moore

Martha Dowd Sent Home to Recover From Pneumonia

Martha Sue Dowd four year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Delmar Dowd was brought home Tuesday evening from St Joseph hospital in Centerville to recuperate from virus pneumonia.

Martha

Family visit spans towns as Ottumwa burns recovery noted

Carl Hiatt and Mrs Hiatt visited Mrs Hiatt's sister Mrs Harold Pool in Indianola Set and Mrs Gerald Argo of Ft Knox Ky along with Mr and Mrs Marion Condra and children of Ft Dodge spent the weekend with their parents Mr and Mrs Kenneth Condra and with their sister Mrs Wayne Fisher a patient at Ottumwa hospital recovering from severe burns Argo also visited his parents Mr and Mrs Roy Argo

Set Gerald Argo Ft. Knox, Ky Marion Condra Ft. Dodge Kenneth Condra Wayne Fisher Ottumwa Hospital Argo Roy Argo

L.S.U. Starts New Generating Plant

L S U announces a new generating station to handle rising electric loads for Iowa Southern customers and to boost capacity for the Iowa Power Pool across other areas, aiding regional power requirements.

L.S.U Lowa Southern Towa Lowa

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Dye Rade Schupmann Dallas McDanel John Curtis Linda Sheldon Carolyn Faber Dwight Johnson Jenna VanBenthuysen Dixie Davis Jewell Walker Marvin Wright Il Sheila Wilson Phy Bonna Ahee Nicky Dicks Sharon Riegel Ith Charles Moore Marcha Cloyed Merla Prater Elen Cooper James VanDorin Janet Ahee Patricia RB Mary Joyce Mullins Judy Stufflebeam Ee McDonough Sha Stewart Marie Schupmanno Leis and Joyce Hiatt First Christian Church Lois Fowler Aid Rircie Main Church of the Nazarene J. Strong Frank Woodward Grace Circuit The United Methodist Church T. W. Woodin Fairview Ruby Lang Frank Heckman Mary Meadows Iconium United Methodist L. B. Deedrick Salem Church Frank Millers Douglas Doud Mihalovich MHS SE Warren Melcher Dallas Carl Hiatt Lula Hiatt Mrs. Hiatt Harold Pool Indianola Burlington Station
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