Grass Fire Consumes Over 200 Acres Near Moravia
A grass fire started from a train near the Old Foster community northeast of Moravia burned about 200 acres on Tuesday afternoon. A southwest wind drove flames across fields, burning a stack of baled hay and approaching Ed Robinson’s farm before being halted by Moravia and Blakesburg firefighters. The blaze was visible for miles and slick meadow surfaces aided crew operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ithe Old Foster
Moravia
Blakesburg
Ed. Robinson
Vernal Barnes Place
Busy Maiden 4-H Club Meets Monday Evening
Busy Maiden 4-H club held its regular meeting on March 1 with Donna Rogers presiding. Minutes were read and approved. Aileen Turner spoke on color and texture and on filling out the record book. Carolyn Hawk presented tips on balance, Beverly Woodward explained how to make introductions, and Patty Rogers discussed using more eggs. Attendees included Donna Rogers, Carolyn Hawk, Aileen Turner, Beverly Woodward, and Donna Woodward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donna Rogers
Aileen Turner
Carolyn Hawk
Beverly Woodward
Patty Rogers
Donna Woodward
Eph Wilson Honored on 82nd Birthday
Relatives gathered Sunday March 12 at Eph Wilson's home to celebrate his 82nd birthday with a noon cooperative dinner after singing Happy Birthday. Attendees included R C Wilson, Jay, Junior White and others from Centerville Seymour Moulton Louilla Louella B. Wright, Cloved Cloyed Johnson Paxston Hiatt Gibbs and numerous Wilson family members. Afternoon visitors included Ted Miller Alice Wilson Beulah Gibbs Seymour and Tom Hiatt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eph .Wilson
Wilson
R. C. Wilson
Jay
Junior White
Centerville
Leonard Wilson
Ronnie
Seymour
Jim Rousseau
Louilla
Fern Wright
Dana
Moulton
Frank Wilson
James
John and Paul
Carl Cloved
Wendell Cloyed
John Johnson
LeRoy Wilson
Trenton Wilson
Floyd Paxston
Mary Lou
Helen
F. Wilson
Ted Miller
Alice Wilson
Tom Hiatt
Beulah Gibbs
Mrs McMahon Honored At Bridal Shower
A bridal shower for Mrs. Vera McMahon was hosted by Mrs. Jack Long on Friday night March 10. Betty Lou and Jessie Van Dorin performed, prizes went to Mrs. Vera Robinson and Mrs. Ernest Underwood, and many gifts were given. Attendees included Mrs. Mary Foster, Margaret Johnson, Anna Callen, Maxyne Matherly, and numerous Van Dorin and Callen family members. Several guests sent regrets but sent gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vera McMahon
Jack Long
Betty Lou
Jessie van Dorin
Vera Robinson
Ernest. Underwood
McMahon
Mary Foster
Margaret Johnson
Anna Callen
Maxyne Matherly
Cecil Matherly
Aliee Kayter
Lucille Robinson
Lucilla van Dorin
Margaret Brooks
Helen Callen
Nora Callen
Audrey Walters
Marie Angel
Frank Cox
Ernest Underwood
Myna Williams
Elouise Gardner
Pauline Harp
Bartha Foster
Virgil Johnson
Maxine Scott
Barbara Powers
Albis
Jeasia van Dorin
Merle Smiths Buy Frank Y Hiatt Property
Merle D. Smith completed the purchase of the modern residence of the late FV Hiatt this week. He will move on April 16. Mrs Hiatt plans occupying the smaller home across the street. The Smiths have sold their farm south of Moravia and he is now deputy county assessor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merle D. Smith
FV. Hiatt
School Faculty Hosts Supper at High School
School faculty and spouses enjoyed a social evening in the homemaking rooms of the high school. During the afterhours, Miss Phyllis Laws, secretary to Superintendent Card, was presented a pre nuptial gift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phyllis Laws
Card
Eastern Stars Hold School of Instruction Tonight
The Moravia chapter of the Order of the Eastern Stars held a school of instruction Tuesday afternoon led by Mrs. Viola Bullock of Ottumwa. Luncheon was served at noon by the Past Matrons club in the Masonic hall. The Methodist church provided dinner to 31 members at six o'clock. In the evening the order held its regular meeting with guests from Albia Ottumwa and Centerville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moravia
Order of the Eastern Stars
Viola Bullock
Ottumwa
Lunell
al Past
Masonic Hall
Methodist Church
the Star
Order
Albia
Centerville
Farmerettes Meet at Fleming Home
The Union Farmerettes 4-H club held its regular meeting at Charlene Fleming's home on March 8. Attendees listed: Ramona Cox Nadine Kelly Fern Kelly Genava Bell Marlene Hopkins Betty Strunk Charlene Fleming Maxine Alden. Leaders Mrs John Kelly and Mrs Russell Alden attended. Charlene Fleming gave a talk and demonstration on Selection and Care of Gloves. Refreshments of cocoa and cookies were served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Farmerettes 4-H Club
Charlene Fleming
Ra ‘Mona Cox
Nadine
Fern Kelly
Genava Bell
Marlene Hopkins
Betty Strunk
Maxine Alden
John Kelly
Russell Alden
Charlene
A J Brown Wedding Anniversary Noted Near Teonium
Mr and Mrs A J Brown celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary with a family dinner on Sunday March 12 They were married March 18 1892 at the home of the bride s parents in Walnut City They have lived near Teonium all their lives and are the parents of six children with 18 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren The gathering included many relatives and friends from Teonium Moravia Marshalltown and Eddyville plus local neighbors and guests
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Brown
Anni Versary
John Free
Lafayette Shaffer
Walnut City
Teonium
Osa
Russell
Lloyd
Birdie Main
Moravia
Lloyd Brown
Jerry
Beryie Brown
Kenny
Gaylord Main
Laura , Dicks
Patty McNamar
Pearl Kelsey
Ray Chority
County Spelling Bee Saturday in Centerville
The Appanoose County spelling bee is set for Saturday at 2:00 pm in the Washington junior high assembly room Centerville. Judges include Elizabeth Bailey Lola Patterson and Alpha Allan. Zyphy Price will pronounce words. Medals go to winners in oral and written contests with a 15 dollar prize for the county champion toward state competition expenses. Donations from Centerville National Iowa Trust and Savings and First National banks support the prize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Appanoose
Centerville National
Iowa Trust and Savings
First National Banks of
Centerville
E T C Club Meets at M and S
The E T C club met Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs Fred Hammond Mrs George Firkina led the entertainment and Mrs Frank Lathen won the mystery box in the gathering
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Mra
Fred Hammond
George Firkina
Jand
Frank Lathen
To Conduct Services Lac 8
Rev Stephen Martin of Pierson will conduct a week of pre Easter services at the Nazarene church from March 20 to 26 at 7 30 each evening. All are welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephen Martin
Pierson
Town
Nazarene Church
Girls Guild Elects Joan Callen President
Miss Phyllis Underwood hosted a meeting of the Girls Missionary Guild of the E U B church. Officers were elected with Joan Callen named president, Carol Broshay vice president, Kathleen Halden secretary, Viola Hammond treasurer, Janet Charity secretary of spiritual life, Treta Stevens secretary of missionary education, and Gwendolyn Underwood secretary of Christian social relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phyllis Underwood
John Carol
Girls Missionary Guild
E.U.B. Church
Joan Callen
Carol Broshay
Kathleen Halden
Viola Hammond
Janet Charity
Treta Stevens
Gwendolyn Underwood
Phyllis
Africa
Patty Halden
Ernest Underwood
Church Bulletin at Evangelical United Brethren Church
The Evangelical United Brethren Church announces Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. and worship at 10:50 a.m. The congregation will elect officers for the coming year. Youth fellowship at 6:30 p.m. Preaching at 7:00 p.m. Thursday prayer meet 7:30 p.m. Friday W.O.W. meets at the parsonage led by Mrs Grace Main. Worship invitation extended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evangelical United Brethren Church
Earl E. Raback
Harold Mazon
Meeta
Grace Main
Moravia Church of Christ Announces Weekly Services
The Moravia Church of Christ schedules Bible school at 10:00 a.m. led by superintendent Eugene McCrory followed by Lord's Supper and preaching at 11:00 a.m. Billy Schaffner and Clarence Schaffner will deliver messages. Evening prayer and Bible study at 7:30 p.m. and Wednesday singing and preaching, transport calls to 141. Everyone invited.
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Church of Christ Moravia
Bible School
Eugene McCrory
Billy’ Schaffner
Clarence Schaffner
Hellyer Bros Hogs Rated High in Arkansas
The Duroc News reports Hellyer Brothers of Moravia sold registered gilts to Arkansas breeders. Moravia Queen, a gilt, produced 14 pigs in one year seven months, raised 11, and weighed 838 pounds in 56 days. An Arkansas vocational teacher bought gilts, returning with a truckload of 19 young hogs for a fine regional hog strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arkansas
Duroc Association
Hellyer Brothers
Salem
Ark
Grace and Wesley Churches Share Sunday Schedule and Lessons
Grace Methodist Church Moravia and Wesley Methodist Church Waunelta McConnell announce Sunday school at 10:60 a m and morning worship at noon with a sermon The Light of the World and a youth sermonette Gods Children A junior choir practice Friday evening March 17 after school There will be a 4 45 morning worship with a special speaker Dr Cain at rural life institute at Evangelical United Brethren church Friday evening Dr B F Cain of Dayton Ohio spoke on evangelism and stewardship A church night fellowship supper followed with ministers as guests Over fifty attended the supper and several clergy from nearby towns participated in panel discussions
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Methodist Church
Moravia
Waunelta McConnell
Wesley Methodist Church
Waunelta McCoonell
Coe
DR. Cain
Rural Life Institute
B. F. Cain
Dayton
Ohio
Evangelical United Brethren Church
W. B. Tarr
Ft. Dodge
Evangelical Churches of
Iowa
J. Arthur Eveland
Muscatine
Walter Cerka
Defiance
Leo Wilson
Bristow
eGorge Halden
FE. G. Hawk
D. E. Bishop
Moravia Rebekahs Plan Oyster Supper and Benefit Card Party
Moravia Rebekah lodge No. 404 met with 22 members. Plans for an oyster supper and entertainment March 20 at the LO.O.F. hall, plus a benefit card party April 8, were announced. The charter was draped for 30 days in memory of Joss N. Funkhouser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moravia Rebekah Lodge No. 404
Gerald Morgan
Noble Grand
Lo.o.f. Hall
Joss N. Funkhouser
William Gardner
Leonard Palmer
Gene Lathen
Frank Wilson
Day
Thelma Luse
Palmer
Ralph Pfannebecker
Raymond Charity
Nazarenes Study Japan Topic At March Meeting
The Women's Foreign Missionary Society of the Church of the Nazarene met last Wednesday at Mrs. Leo Thompson's home. After hymns and prayers led by Mrs. O. G. Woodward and Mrs. Thompson, Rev. F. A. Hahn gave the devotionals. Mrs. Forrest Main led the business session and the group discussed the study book Japan Now, focusing on Our Church Says We Must Enter, with Mrs. William Woodward assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women’s Foreign Missionary Society of the Church of the Nazarene
Leo Thompson
0. G. Woodward
Thompson
F. A. Hahn
Forrest Main
Japan
Wall
William Woodward
Faith in Prayer Is Faith in the Goodness of God
Methodists study the booklet Our Faith in Prayer this month and invite all to attend Sunday school and church services. Miss Ruby Forbis will join to assist with religious education on Sundays and Tuesday afternoons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairview
Methodiste
Ruby Forbis
Iconium Methodist Plans Sunday Services and Guest Speaker
Miss Ruby Forbis from Des Moines will join the Sunday morning and Tuesday night services. All ages are urged to attend. Sermon topic is Since God Knows Our Needs Why Should We Pray.
Church of the Nazarene Weekly Schedule
A Nazarene church lists services led by Pastor F. A. Hahn. Sunday school at 10:00 am with superintendent Mrs. PF Hahn. Morning Worship at 11:00 am. Evening service at 7:00 pm. Prayer meeting Thursday evening at 7:30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A, Hahn
Shanghai Club Meeting With Essie Purvis at Centerville
The Shanghai club gathered with Essie Purvis at Centerville on March 8 for quilting and a cooperative dinner. Attendees included Clarence Scott, Glen Overtruf and Judy, Anna Landgrebe, Linda and Connie, Vin ton Lundy, Allie Taylor, June, Hazel Riehart, Icle Christy, Chloa Loch, Clinton Albert and family, Dorothy Calhoun and Richard, Amy Hiner, aia Duckett, Anna McNair, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shanghai Club
Essie Purvis
Centerville
Clarence Scott
Glen Overtruf
Judy
Anna Landgrebe
Linda
Connie
Vinton Lundy
Allie Taylor
June
Hazel Riehart
Icle Christy
Chloa Loch
Clinton Albert
Son
Darlene
Dorothy Calhoun
Richard
Amy Hiner
Aia
Duckett
Donna
Anna McNair
Freezer Demonstration Draws Large Crowd at Legion
International Harvester frozen foods event sponsored by Veach Implement drew many attendees at the Legion home on Friday. Albia home economist Mrs Hardinger demonstrated freezing vegetables meats and desserts with practical tips for busy households. Samples were served to guests at the end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International Harvester
Veach Implement Company
Legion Home
Hardinger
Albia
Herrons Buy George McCumber Farm East of Town
Mr and Mrs James Herron have purchased the 345 acre George McCumber farm east of town from Roy Gideon of Pulaski. The Herrons and their daughter Kay plan to move to the farm in the near future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Herron
George McCumber
Roy Gideon
Pulaski
Thanks to all who aided grass fire control Tuesday
A note of appreciation thanks Versal Barnes and Ed Robinson for their help in containing a grass fire Tuesday afternoon, acknowledging the assistance of others who contributed to the effort.
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Versal Barnes ED Robinson
Tomlin Woodward Elected School Directors Monday
The ministers of the churches are planning Passion Week services. There will be a service in each of the four churches beginning Tuesday evening through Friday April 4 7 Plan to attend these union services.
Moravia PTA honors newcomers and votes on school board
At Maple Grove school on Friday March 10 the Moravia PTA welcomed the John Sharp family and hosted a social evening with members and guests. Election results named Curtis Tomlin and William Woodward as new Moravia school directors, with Bert Turner retiring after two terms. other district races listed for nearby rural schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maple Grove School
John Sharp
Maple Grove
Emery Hiatt
John Dodd
Bil Wilson
Raymond Ashby
Richard Tubaugh
Basil ‘Tadlock
Winston DuVall
Mra
Grant Tadlock
Larry
Joshpd Trene
Walter Scott
John Scott
Ralph Tucker
John’ S Sharp
Lurtis Tomlin
William Woodward
Moravia
Tomlin
Woodward
Rowena McFatridge
Forrest Kaster
Max McDonough
Kaster
McDonough
Ceat
McFatridge
Curtis Tomlin
Forrest Easter
George Firkins
Frank Lathen
Merle Johnson
Bert Turner
Worthingtons Celebrate Golden Anniversary in Lincoln
Mr and Mrs W I Worthington marked their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house in Lincoln Nebraska. Relatives and friends visited February 12 and 8 members of the original wedding party called. The couple, married near Aurora, have farmed much of their life and now Mr Worthington works for a Lincoln candy company. They are parents of Harold Ivan Eldred and Hazel Carriker who attended the celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. I. Worthington
Lincoln
Nebr
Worthington
Aurora Nebr
Jong
Harold
Ivan
Eldred
Hazel Carriker
Daisy Ellen McMillan obituary notes long Kirkeville life
Daisy Ellen McMillan daughter of William and Emma Davis born in Wayne County near Promia City Iowa died at Ellis Pischel hospital Columbia Missouri after a month as patient. She lived in Kirkeville over twenty years and leaves two sisters Mattie Lynch Moravia Iowa Hallie Boyd Petaluma California one brother Warren Davis Pittsburgh California four nieces and four nephews. She joined the Methodist church at eighteen and was laid to rest in Moravia cemetery beside her only son who died in 1917 at seven. Burial followed with prayers and a hymn to faith and rest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daisy Eilch McMillan
William and
Emma Davis
Wayne County
Promia City
Ellis Pischel Hospital
Columbia
Kirkeville
Mattie Lynch
Moravia
Hallie Boyd
Petahema
Calif
Warren Davis
Pittsburgh
Methodist Church
Card of Thanks for Family Bereavement
Acknowledges cards and flowers for a sister and aunt. Family members Mrs. Lynch Fanche n Jackie and Jerry extend thanks to well wishers. Mrs E H Knudsen and daughters Jan and Kathy visit this week with Mr and Mrs John Veack, her parents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. H. Knudsen
Daughtera
Jan
Kathy
John Veack
Taylor AIDS Meet at Don Pettibone Home
Taylor Aids gathered Wednesday March 8 at the Pettibone home for a cooperative luncheon and brief meeting led by Mrs Theo Miller. Mrs Ernest Hiatt and Mrs Art Fox presented a lesson on window treatments before the group spent the afternoon embroidering for the hou teaus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor-Aids
Don Pettibone
Theo Miller
Ernest Hiatt
Art Fox
Mra
Ivan Harsh
Children’s Guild Meets With Bernadine Bellman
The Methodist Children's Missionary Guild met at Bernadine Bellman’s home on Wednesday March 8 with nineteen members present. The group observed World Day of Prayer with all children taking part. stories included Boys’ Day in Yashino and A New Festival. Cards were prepared for three ill members Patsy Blumer Linda and Merrill Coulson. Refreshments of Kool Aid and cookies were served at the close.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Children’s Missionary Guild
Bernadine Bellman
Dean Bellman
Wm. Gardner
Yashino
Cecil Coulson
Patsy Blumer
Linda
Merrill Coulson
Aeusion
Bellman
Bernadine
Jerry
Special Meeting of Antiquity Lodge No 252 AF and AM
A special meeting is called for Monday March 20 at 7 30 p m by Worshipful Master H L Pearson and Secretary C C Coulson of Antiquity Lodge No 252 AF and AM First degree work will be performed and refreshments will be served Attendees should arrive on time and bring any pertinent paperwork
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Antiquity Lodge No
A.M
H. L. Pearson
W. M
Births in Centerville and Kenosha Families
Mr and Mrs Ivan Moffitt announce a daughter Alis ls eth born March 7 at Centerville hospital. Mr and Mrs John Packard of Kenosha Wisconsin announce a son Charles John born March 10 weighing 8 pounds 2 ounces. He has two sisters and is welcomed by maternal grandparent Mrs J B Callen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ivan Moffitt
Centerville Hospital
Alislseth
John Packard
Kenosha
Wisc
Charles John
J. B. Callen
Also Mentioned on This Page
Busy Maiden 4-H
Eph Wilson
Mrs. McMahon
Merle Smiths
Frank Y. Hiatt Property
Eastern Stars
Fleming
A. J. Browns
E.T.C. Club
M&s
Fred Hammonds
Girls Guild
Hellyer Bros
Robert McCann
Cheyenne
Wyo
Harry Woodward
Rebekahs
Nazarene Society
Church of the Nazarene
Rankin Rankin
Callen
Doris
Halden
Patricia
Harris
Bill Quien
Luge
Edna Mae
Reagan
Rose
Merton
Schaffner
Bill
Whicker
Oneita
Broghar
Janet
Fisher
Mary Louise
Loch
Overturf
Verna
Potts
Schrodt
Norma
Steffen
Margaret
Vance
DaVonna
Whaley
Frank
Boyer
Carolyn
Hiatt
Joyce
Kelley
Sandifer
Marjorie
Scott
George
Stocker
Shirley
Betty
Geraldine
Veak
Leonard
Kathleen Etal
Hammond
Vidlatal
It Turner
Aileen Ryt
Chante Tedin A Antes
John
Rabuck
Bruce
Perry
Wauneta Ae
Dortha Chepeshmessh
Shanghai
James Herrons
P.T.A. Meetid
New Hope
George Turner
Lee Benz Coulson
Cliff Whicker
Enon
Dallas Faber
Fuller
Russell Gillaspie
California
Rex Clark
Denny
Virgil Dooley
Worthingtons
Daisy Ellen McMillan
Taylor
Children’s Guild
SG Flight Ot
Trea Stork
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