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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1930
Page
4
W J T Evans is the minister. Sermon and Communion at 10 p m Bible School follows. Only twelve more Sundays to Pentecost. Be in your place each service and add your name to the honor roll. Christian Endeavor Convention set for Centerville March 21 22 23 delegates chosen. No evening services here. Ladies Aid Wednesday afternoon.
The L. S. U. Short Circuit basketball team from Centerville will play a benefit game in Moravia Friday evening against a Moravia team made up of local Sunday School stars including Cecil Cuilers Benn McCrory Bill Blumenstock Francis Qciler Petr Broshar Harold Mason Moon Wetcher Eric Easter Wilbur Smith and others. Proceeds go to the M. E. Church Sunday School Class pledges for a new church.
The M E Church lists Sunday School at 10 a m with classes for all ages and preaching at 11 a m Epworth League at 6 30 p m and preaching at 7 80 p m A prayer meeting is held Wednesday evening at 7 30 led by pastor B G Hankine.
Feonium Circuit Tconium Sunday School at 10 a m Morning Worship at 11 The Rev A B Hightahoo of Ottumwa will speak Music by the choir A member of the Christian Church will end the Young People meeting at 7 p m Evening services at 7 30 Hoy Scouts at 7 p m Saturday Methodist Church Special Meetings April 1 to 20 Fairview Sunday School at 9 a m Morning Worship at 9 46 a m The Rev A B Hightshop of Ottumwa will speak Let every home be represented Mother and Daughter banquet soon Hilton Sunday School at 10 a m Father and Son banquet April 4 at the Grange Hall J W Zerbe minister
The United Brethren Church invites attendance next Sunday with a study at 10 a.m. on Jesus teachings and healings, 11 a.m. service, 6:30 p.m. youth gathering, and 7:30 p.m. evening worship. Minister D Winfield Thompson urges early arrival for seating.
Burdette Ward from near Moravia starred as guard for Albia Junior College in winning the state championship at Maquoketa. teammate Rolla Foster from the same area also played a role in parts of the tournament games.
The Moravia Union invites readers to continue their subscriptions through March. No one is barred from paying. readers are urged to keep the paper in mind as the drive continues with emphasis on support and continuity of service.
Edna Margaret Nicholson born April 10 1889 near Greencastle Indiana died March 12 1990 in Springfield Missouri at age 90 years 11 months 2 days. She lived much of her life in Iconium and Nese County Kansas before returning to Iconium and joining the Methodist Church. Survived by daughter Blanche DeBerard Edgar and four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral at Iconium Methodist Church conducted by Rev Jus A Wilson with interment Salem cemetery. Those from afar included daughter and Mrs McKay and son from Elkhorn Wisconsin.
We appreciate the sympathy and expressions of love for our mother shown to us by our friends and neighbors in our loss and wish to express our thanks to all Mrs DeBerard and family Edgar Breese and family.
Moravia Masons journeyed to Blakesburg Thursday evening where they enjoyed a splendid gathering with Blakesburg Lodge and visiting brethren from Unionvide. The first degree was conferred on a candidate with Moravia members assisting in the work.
The Des Moines Register reports that the grading and paving contracts for state highway No. 6 between the Chariton River bridge and Monroe county line were not awarded at Ames Tuesday. McCarthy Improvement Co. of Davenport proposed to pave in Appanoose county for 242,024.24 dollars at 2.95 dollars per square yard. award decision uncertain pending commission working conditions.
Andrew Hyatt a longtime Foster resident died Saturday morning at his home from a heart attack. He was 69 years old and had worked on the farm Friday. He leaves a wife a son and two daughters plus other relatives. Funeral services were held Monday at the Christ in Church Albia with Rev. Morgan officiating. Modern Woodmen of America members served as pallbearers and short grave services followed in Albia Cemetery.
E E Ewing, Wells township farmer and long time Republican voter, announces candidacy for county treasurer subject to the June primary. He is endorsed by friends as qualified through education and experience, active in farming, and pledges economy and integrity in office. Also notes Miss Gertrude Green visiting Miss Josephine Foster over the weekend.
The Iowa State Department of Health promotes May Day as National Child Health Day emphasizing early life health. The Governor proclaims May 1 for observance. topics include parent cooperation, immunization, and rural Child Health Division efforts. President Hoover stresses health as foundation for civilization. local outbreak updates note a plateau in measles cases. Nadine Soule returns to Moravia from Moniton visit.
The Brush School house southwest of Moravia was destroyed by fire last Thursday morning. Miss Doris McKern and several children discovered the blaze on the roof and evacuated. Despite prompt help, flames were beyond control before arrival. McKern and pupils saved movable items before the roof caved in. future plans unclear, but a new building is anticipated.
Alva Ratliff visited The Union office to announce his candidacy for Recorder of Appanoose County in the June primary. He argues his past tenure justifies re nomination, citing experience and proven service despite mining accident related limitations. He asks voters for support on June 2, 190.
The Fairview M. E. Church board seeks bids by April 5 1034 for cemetery care with hourly or seasonal options and mowing as needed. Cedar Rapids residents J Guse Steve Mary Dy and Mrs R J Atkins visit with Des Moines pair Will Graham to review remodeling and property projects on Wabash Ave near Kincade blacksmith shop. The Doctor plans to begin a show in May. Mrs James T VanDorin and her son Les visited Ottumwa for the weekend.
Mr and Mrs Emmett Scott escaped with minor injuries when a drunken driver caused a three car crash two miles west of the city near the Milwaukee tracks. Four men from Ottumwa and Frederick were intoxicated. witnesses notified the sheriff and the Stocker family aided the Scotts. Scott planned to file charges and seek damages.
Three tickets enter the Bi Ennial City Election race with declares for mayor and council seats. Citizens ticket lists C E Winaler and several council candidates while the People's ticket names W G Pirkins and others and the Independent ticket includes W C Bivin and a slate of council and treasurer hopefuls. F Dotson withdrew, his name not appearing on the ballot.
Gardner Hatchery in southwest Moravia reports strong progress with the dew Junteaway incubator. Two hatches yield over 70 percent hatch, chicks prove high quality, and business outlook for the season appears bright. Visitors from Des Moines attended a Saturday evening gathering at the Carter home as Hal Carter assumes a role with the State Highway Commission in Stuart, Iowa.
Items from the Moravia Union files dated March 24 1905 report personal and town news. Neuralgia strike on B E Turner. J A Hiatt family returned from Centralia Washington. J A Winsler drawn for April court juror. Shoppers from Foster visited Milwaukee. Allis Pence bought Low Main property east town. Harve Broshar visited Wm McDanel family and shot six ducks. W A Johnson resigns K W station agent post with family moving to old Stauber place to farm. Hinttaville farming meadow sod. Hershel Sells splits his foot. Roads poor for travel. mail carrier Selby to make rounds. Charley Miller closes term of Showers school Thursday.
Monroe County News lauds Rolly Foster in The Fool at Albin Junior College. Foster carries the lead with nearly professional air, delivering standout characterization and stealing the show on Friday night.
Mrs. Harry Pabst hosted the Kensington Club last Thursday afternoon. Roll Call answered with Labor Saving Devices. Officers elected: President Louise Oehler, Vice President Mary Jahnaan, Secretary Jennie Johnson, Treasurer Eunice Halden, Council Member Mattie Lynch. Guest Mrs. Sadie Tisue attended. Luncheon featured St Patrick colors.
Notice to qualified voters in Moravia Appanoose County Iowa that the Bi Ennial Election will be held at the town hall on Monday March 31 1930. Elected officials include Mayor Treasurer Assessor and five councilmen for two years with polls open 8 am to 8 pm. Chester Broshar mayor B S Carter clerk and local families listed as dinner guests at a CM York event in Lancaster Missouri.
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