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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1973
Page
1
Clifford Stocker expresses gratitude to Rev Woodin, friends, neighbors, and family for cards, letters, visits, and help while in Monroe County Hospital and Veterans Hospital in Iowa City, and after returning home.
Eimer Lockmen expresses gratitude to everyone who remembered him in many ways during his illness at home.
Alberta Spencer expresses gratitude for prayers, cards, calls, and flowers received during hospitalization and after returning home, noting appreciation for support from friends and neighbors.
Hazel Kaster extends gratitude to friends and relatives for cards letters flowers and personal calls during hospitalization and after returning home Special thanks to Rev Woodin for hospital and home visits.
The S C A held its February meeting at the high school with open house, guest speaker Hugh Mackelroy from the Ottumwa Police Dept sharing insights on drug abuse. A representative from Miracle Learner Pool discussed an indoor pool for young children. A White Elephant sale is planned for March 24, with donations and bake sale helpers solicited.
Miss Debbie Van Dorin convalesces at home after facial surgery and lunched with grandparents. Pinners visit Grace and Mary Veach’s home with relatives from Des Moines and Ottumwa to celebrate Richard Veach and Mary Veach birthdays. Other gatherings include the Woodwards in Centerville and the Goughners with the Carters. Herrons plan to move to Gamaliel Arkansas.
Moravia band members announce a paper drive on Saturday March 3 with town pickup starting at 9 00 a m. Residents may call 724 3463 or 724 3242 for country pickups. Collected paper will be shipped to Oskaloosa to make insulation and organizers seek large contributions.
The Progressive Club met Garnet Brain on Tuesday afternoon February 27. Bridge was played with prizes awarded to Genevieve Morgan Mary Ward Verna McDonough and Lucile Carter. Refreshments included ice cream with raspberry topping cookies nuts and coffee.
A group of Cub Scouts will be awarded their charter at a Blue and Gold Banquet. Rev Thomas Wootl will oversee the ceremony as leaders celebrate the unit’s advancement and community involvement.
Ed Butch Robinson recently returned from a Holy Land tour will speak at the Church of the Nazarene at 7 30 Sunday evening March 4. He will share experiences from his recent journey and attendees are invited to hear the youth who has walked where Jesus walked.
Loretta Brinegar and Paul Allen Ewing wed at 1 pm by Justice Ralph Belles in Center ville. Bride daughter of Jeanette Brinegar of Omaha. groom son of Donald and Mrs Ewing of Unionville Iowa. Reception at American Legion Danceland Unionville. Guests from Unionville Omaha Ottumwa Des Moines and others. They plan to live in Unionville after a shower in Ottumwa.
Grace United Methodist Women met Feb 21 at 1 30 pm in church parlors with a 1 pm executive session attended by six. A survey to all church women on United Methodist Women interests was proposed and approved. Susan Dooley spoke on Rust College. The group celebrated becoming United Methodist Women and sang hymns with Grace Whitehead at the piano. Plans announced for World Day of Prayer at Salem United Methodist on March 2 at 1 30 pm. Get well cards signed for Frances Ashby Grace Luse Alberta Spencer. Hostesses Faye Luse Bobi Woodin. Valentine plates prepared for shut-ins by Louemma Palmer Mary Ward Genevieve Morgan and Gertrude Johnson.
A brief note thanks those who wrote and helped at home while in the hospital. The message also mentions James Wlyen and expresses gratitude for those who aided in recovery.
Fragmentary lines mention Marge and relatives, references to guards, letters, doctors, and a person named Reymond Ashby. The readable text implies a personal notice or brief local item with names and roles but lacks clear context or events.
Emma Tadlock 98 died February 25 1973 at Golden Age Manor Centerville. Born February 21 1875 in Putnam County Missouri to Levi and Matilda Swaim she lived in Unionville Miller church Moravia and Centerville. Survived by sons Lee and Grant Tadlock, a brother Austin Swaim, sisters Rose Ogden and Grace Main, eight grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren. Funeral services held Tuesday with burial details noted.
Mr and Mrs Lee Tadlock and family and Mr and Mrs Grant Tadlock thank relatives and friends for their help during their sorrow. The prayers flowers dinner at the church and meals in homes are greatly appreciated. May God bless you all.
Vera Main 58 died Feb 22 at her West Covina home after cancer illness. Services Feb 24 at Live Oak Memorial Gardens Monrovia. Survived by husband Carl Main, daughters Carol Ann Claiborne and Judy McNatt, son Richard Main, five grandchildren, sisters Velma Higgins Vera Townsend and Vernal Lamb, and brother Vernon Boshak. Memorial for Cancer Fund City of Hope established in her name.
Agnes Iverson of Stanhope, mother of Mrs. Herschel Johnson, died Wednesday February 21. Funeral services were held Saturday February 24 at the Stanhope Lutheran Church. Moravia visitors at the services included Mrs. Jack McDonough, Mrs. Hilda Felton, Mrs. Virginia Pettibone, Mrs. Mary Meadows, Merle Johnson, and Charley and Carol Johnson. Air and Mrs. R. S. Faber called on Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Faber Wednesday afternoon.
Moravia Mohawkettes, led by Fonda Dicks and Janiece Tubaugh, push Colfax to the brink in Pleasantville regional, but Colfax's Marla Shuey nets 63 points as Colfax wins 86 65. Moravia ends season 25 3. Colfax advances toward state tournament.
Moravia’s Ambassador At Large Del Donahoo phoned the Union office from NBC Cleveland newsroom seeking Moravia girls basketball tournament results. He hoped they would reach state play and considered visiting the tournament. He asked about Fonda Dicks’ scoring and had stirred newsroom interest in the team.
The next Adult Farmers meeting will be held Monday evening March 5 at 7 30 in the Vo Ag room. Topic Farm Chemicals Insecticides and Herbicides. Bray ton Chemical Company will be the resource people. Dinner meeting moved to Tuesday evening March 13 due to Maple Buffet booking. reply to Mr Redmann by Friday March 9 if attending.
Mearl Walters marked his 83rd birthday on February 22 with a gathering of relatives and friends. Attendees included Mrs. Marvin Gardner, Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Walter and Marchelle, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Witt and family, Mrs. Denny Baughman of Seymour, Miss Debbie Van Dorin of Kirksville, and Annette Van Dorin. Phone greetings came from Syvan Van Dorin in Las Vegas, John Wilson of Sycamore, Aubrey Walter of Centerville, and Orit Walter.
Mr. and Mrs. Fred Scott of rural Moravia welcomed a son named William Theophilus, born February 20, weighing seven pounds, one ounce. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Robert Scott of Colfax and Mr. and Mrs. Ben Gleckier of New Virginia.
Moravia Community Schools notes show the February 26 S C A meeting with Mugh McEvoy discussing drug traffic and open house at the high school. The basketball season ends with praise for the exceptional team and players despite a girls loss.
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