World War veteran Frank Buckingham dies in Moravia
Frank Buckingham a World War II veteran who contracted influenza then heart complications died at Albis hospital Wednesday morning. He served bravely, suffered permanent disability, and leaves a wife three children his parents and many relatives. Funeral services will be at the U B Church Moravia Thursday at 2 o'clock with American Legion and Woodmen orders in charge.
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Frank Buckingham
Albis
Frank
Mya
Ed. Buckingham
Waughop Motor Co
Bealdes
U. B
Moravia
American Legion
Woodvien
Woodmen Attend Funeral of Frank Buckingham
Notice invites members to meet at the hall Thursday at 1 PM to attend the funeral of Frank Buckingham.
Eastern Star Notice of Regular Meeting
Regular Eastern Star meeting set for Tuesday evening March 5th with initiation planned.
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Eastern Star
Legion Members Meet for Funeral of Frank Buckingham
The American Legion asks members to assemble at the American Legion home on Thursday at 1 30 PM to attend the funeral of Frank Buckingham.
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American Legion
Frank Buckingham
Auxiliary Dinner Advances Church Fund Raising Appeal
The Auxiliary dinner at Mra Laster Smith raised strong support as a new pledge of 1000 dollars joined a Young Men's class gift of 100 dollars. Total reach is 17,200 toward a 20,000 goal. Dr. Keesey preached two sermons and administered communion last Sunday. Baptismal services are planned at the schoolhouse next Sunday at 7 30 pm with about twenty baptisms expected. Reception into the church is scheduled for one week later. A full house attended both services last Sunday. Sunday School rolls list named attendees in four active classes and multiple members across class numbers 1 through 7.
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Mra
Laster Smith
Keesey
Alene Reich
Virginia Lou Reich
Virginia Everman Waneta Underwood
Jack McDonough
Betty Bishop
Gene Cathrine Broghar
Billy Tracy
Freddie McKern
John Smith
Alvin Donghue
Suze Twrr
Nellie Jones
Lelia Day
Beulah Bishop
Marvin Gardner
Marie Jones
Norma Lee Firkins
Nadine Donovan
Elizabeth Sneed
Mildred Smith
Roger Fix
Oral Kaster
Roscoe Day
Wilbur Smith
Allen Mason
Harold Mason
Pearl Broshur
Lucie Jones
Ernie Kantur
Maurine Smith
Genevieve Donovan
Paul Day
Madge Hough
LaFawn Main
Mary Keemer
Irene Fix
Zelda Kaster
Marjorie McKay
Pearl Turner
Fern Simpkins
Emma Garretuon
Gladys McCrory
Chas. Fix
Carl Black
Richard Sneed
Hicks Pabst
Kenneth Cullers
Rex Kester
Launard Smith
Church notices and hospital update from the community
The Church of Christ held Sunday activities with a Sunday School at 10 a.m. led by Mrs. Mc Kern, a Coramunion at 11 a.m., and a Missionary Meeting at 2 p.m. at Mrs. Lewis Main's home. An aid meeting occurs at the church Wednesday led by Marebeth. Friends of McCloud learn he was taken to Olwumee Hospital last Saturday for an appendectomy, another operation occurred Tuesday, and his condition remains critical.
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Bunday
Charley Runnels
Vern Turner
Roy Miller
Moravia
Earle McFatridge
Mystic
Henry Kelly
Edmondton
Alberta
Canada
Billy
Hugh McFetridge
J. D. Sheldon
Harley Tisue
Herman Sytama
Reeve
Argo
Fred Tar
George Everette
Harria
Tragic Death of Deena Reich in Moravia Iowa
Deena Pearl Reich died at 16 after drinking carbolic acid, shocking Moravia. She was active in school and church, survived by mother Stella Reich, sisters Helen and Dorothy, and brothers Russell Donald James Charles. Funeral held at United Brethren Church with large turnout. services noted Be Not Afraid Only Believe.
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Deena Reich
Deena
M. E. Church
N. R. Ward
Deena Pearl Reich
H. C
Stelia M. Reich
Moravia
Iowa
Methodist Church
Epworth League
United Brethren Church
O, J. Fix
O. O. Hobson
H U. Smith
Ferrel Albart
Obituary of Claude B. Evans in Moravia Iowa
Claude B. Evans died February 27 1927 at 66 years in Moravia Iowa after illness. Born Williamson County Illinois November 23 1860 he lived on a farm west of town before moving to Moravia seven years ago. Survived by wife Gillie Henson Evans and four children Mark Mae Len g Paulina plus two sisters. Funeral by Rev O J Pix at the Moravia Christian Church with burial in Moravia cemetery.
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Claude B. Evans
Penjamin Franklin
Caroline Evans
Williamson County
Hlinda
Moravia
Iowa
Gillie’ Henson
Mark
Detroit
Mich
Mae
Leng
Paulina
Tree
Mrx
Sam Hyra
Saybrook, I
Mise Corrine S. Evans
Johnson City
Inois
Evana
O. J. Pix
Christian Church
Antiquity Lodge No 252 Special Meeting Scheduled
Notice states a special meeting of Antiquity Lodge No 252 A F and A M for Friday evening March 4th with work in the First Degree led by W M D E Bishop.
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Antiquity Lodge No
D. E. Bishop
W. Me
Moravia Area Movement and Local Visits Report
Franklin Township residents hauled lumber and coal on weekday trips to Moravia Mystic and surrounding places. Local families welcomed visitors from Edmonoton Alberta and Morguix while noting moves and a birth to Ray and family.
Prohibition Law Cited Amid Mass Car Use Comment
A daily paper jokes that the Volstead act matters with growing automobile numbers. It notes without prohibition there would be more unsafe driving and impaired road use, and infrastructure like telephone poles and hospital beds would be strained.
Aged citizen George Henderson dies in Moravia area
George Washington Henderson born Indiana June 4 1834 died February 28 1927 near Moravia Iowa at age 93 years 8 months 24 days after long farming life. Survived by five children fourteen grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Funeral March 2 1927 at Moravia Christian church with Rev O J Fix officiating. interment Moravia cemetery.
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Geo. W. Henderson
John Henderson
Urbana Township
Mr. Henderson
Indiana
Moravia
Foster
George Washington Henderson
Iown
Nancy Henrick
Sara Drake
Unionville
Iowa
Maude A. Fuller
Colorado Springs
Polo
Emma McKim
Albia
Pearl Henderson
Woodward
Church of Christ
Jesus Christ
United Brethren Church
March musings and municipal chatter headline
A collection of editorial quips and comments on March, taxes, spring weather, polling, and public notices. The piece references income tax, voting on new taxes, parking space, postmasters, box office refunds, and anti scandal publicity with a mix of witty observations and social commentary.
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Bog Seouta
Saya
America
John Bull
Cheese Factory Sale at Histtaville and Hiatonville Event
The cheese factory building and equipment at Histtaville will be sold to the highest bidder in Hiatonville on Saturday March 6 at 11 o clock a.m. J. & Coffin, Joho. Tucker, Boy Scott.
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Histtaville
Hiatonville
Saturdey
J. & Coffin, Joho
Tucker, Boy Scott
Moravia High to Enter Sectional at Chariton
Moravia High School basketball team will enter the sectional tournament at Chariton this Thursday through Saturday. They are class A and will face Melcher in their first game Friday at 2 p.m. Melcher is known for strong teams, so a fast game is expected. a win would advance them to play the Lamont-Lineville winner.
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Moravia
Charitor
Lamont-Lineville
Moravia Union ad proves market for rags
In a twofold use of its Classified Ad column the Moravia Union notes it sought old rags for press wiping and quickly earned more than enough from readers to meet demand. The piece urges readers to consider advertising with the paper, showing faith in the local medium.
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Moravia Union
Late News Delays To Washington Birthday Mail
Rural mail carriers skipped rounds on Tuesday of last week for Washington's birthday delaying several correspondent items from last week's Union. The paper prints what it can this week and regrets unavoidable omissions.
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Washington
Union
Room for Improvement in a World of Inventions
A compactReflection on ongoing gaps in technology and safety. It notes that trains, typewriters, grade crossings, earthquakes, volcanoes, fires, disease, and cross national understanding all still have unresolved challenges. The piece argues imagination and progress must continue.
Civic Pride and Local Patriotism Highlight Community Spirit
Civic pride is described as the strongest form of patriotism at the local level with citizens feeling responsibility for their town and believing it superior to others. Community ads note sales, wallpaper patterns, and diamond jewelry offerings as part of everyday civic life. obituaries and campus visits from Iowa Wesleyan College students accompany mentions of local families and residents.
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Dotsun
Smith Drug Co
John Fulton
Iowa Wesleyan College
Mt. Pleasant
Iowa
Ches Fulton
Notson
Fire destroys Moravia Produce House
Moravia suffered a major loss when the R W Wingler Produce Co plant burned to the ground in the early hours of Tuesday. The wooden main building housed the schoolroom, and flames spread quickly despite volunteer efforts. Losses are estimated around 126000 with 12000 on merchandise and 38000 on buildings and equipment. insurance was limited due to receivership.
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Moravia
R. W. Wingler Produce Co., Inc
Henry Free
Amonia Tanka
Odie Whicker
Winslet Company
Resolutions of Respect for Claude B. Evans
Moravia Iowa February 27 1927 the Grace M E Church Sunday School Class No 9 mourns the death of Claude B Evans with deep sympathy to the bereaved children and requests minutes reflect the resolutions and a copy sent to the family. The notice ends with a brief poem and an advertisement for special prices on gloves by Doteon.
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Moravia
Iowa
Claude B. Evans
Claus Number Nine
Grace M. E. Church
Destruction of Moravia plant disrupts R. W. Winster Co operations
The Moravia plant loss strikes a heavy financial blow to the R. W. Winster Co amid costly equipment and rebuilding hopes. Ice machines and egg plants cost tens of thousands, with extensive outlays for refrigeration, sterilizing gear, and packing rooms. The company plans to operate from FP Winslet offices, continuing local trade and routing carload shipments to Broulton and Albia plants.
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R. W. Winster Co
Moravia
Divavicy
P. L. Winslet
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