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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1933
Page
3
Walter Winchell on Broadway hints at a multi-figure crime mystery centered in Harlem with two gangsters and several women, a ransom, and Secret Service involvement. He predicts a ten day resolution as authorities pursue leads and potential indictments amid farm policy debate and local civic chatter.
March weather saw rain snow and freezing temperatures spoil fine conditions. The north faced heavy snows while Moravia escaped with light precipitation following Saturday night rain. Oats sown during the prior warm spell are believed to be largely undamaged.
Rev and Mrs W P Donahoo marked their 56th wedding anniversary with an open house on Monday after the death of Mrs Donahoo s niece Mrs Newell Rose March 19. Guests included Bir and Mrs Carl Coffin and son Duane Mr and Mrs Chas Coffin and daughter Mary Mrs Bernice Howard Bobby and Betty Mrs Jctinie Pollard. A long list of visitors called as weather kept many away. The group sang hymns, Blumenstock played organ, and gifts were gratefully received.
At the Moraine Board of Education reorganization meeting A G Broshar was chosen president for the new year. He becomes the oldest member in years of service on the board.
W Farr Hall will deliver the talk at the county Legion gathering in Moulton Thursday evening. Delegations from Wapello Davis Wayne Monroe and Lucas counties plan to attend along with Dayton Piper fifth district commander. A supper is set for seven o clock with reservations via J F Albart.
The Sub District contest with Maxine Tucker and John Johnson from Moravia High will be held in Centerville on Friday night, March 1. It was postponed from an earlier date due to the banking holiday and the difficulty of finding a willing school. Maxine Tucker will represent Moravia in the dramatic division and John Johnson in the oratorical.
The Union thanks Mrs. Clarence Johnson of Orange California for copies of the Santa Ana and Orange newspapers detailing the quake. The immediate area around Orange escaped serious damage.
The undead underdog Dunkerton triumphed 22 to 20 in a dramatic final after a blackout. A fairy tale ending rose from suspense as readers learned the victory capped by a hard fought game.
A Friday dinner listing features smothered chicken mashed potatoes with gravy turnips green beans peay blush salad and butter. The menu reflects a simple home style meal served by Bread M. E. with emphasis on hearty comfort foods.
Almost one hundred fathers and sons gathered in the M E church parlors on Thursday for the annual Father and Son banquet. An excellent dinner was served by church ladies followed by a toast program with Dale Schreiner as toastmaster. The Troubadours orchestra provided music. Performers included Miss Luke Carla and Mrs Steinmeyer. Speakers on the toast program were Rev Behrens Kenneth Barghahn B Sneed Wilhelm Blumenatack and Rev Zerbe.
The American Legion Auxiliary apologizes for objectionable features in the picture shown at the schoolhouse Monday evening aimed at school children. The misrepresentation rested with the film exchange, not local parties, and the committee expresses regret.
Five men were employed Friday through the Appanogse county relief committee as presented by Moravia town council. Initial work focused on park cleanup and street improvements. weather delayed progress on intervening days. Additional relief labor will improve Hillcrest Cemetery and roads in Chariton Taylor and Union townships as part of Apranoose county program.
The Standard Oil bulk station in Moravia was broken into Tuesday night with a lock forced. Thieves took cup grease fine air liquid polish and other items. Agent Beery alerted Sheriff Wales Wednesday morning. An inventory will be needed to determine the exact loss.
A Wanghop family narrowly escaped serious injury when their Ford coach rolled five to three times after a southbound driver failed to yield at Eln Hollow nine miles south of Moravia. The wreck occurred around 5 80 p.m. in sleet as the shoulder dirt loosened the vehicle, breaking a window but leaving the car drivable. The other involved motorist fled the scene.
J W Hurst announces the reopening of his business in Albia with a new store. He is not new to Albia commerce and has recently managed the Newton location before returning to Albia.
Five years ago Moravia Union notes re election of G C Cullora as Moravia school board president and local activity including oil station construction by B E Turner, declamatory contests won by Norman Firkins and Richard Sneed, Bean Dinner by Waughop Motor Co, a fiftieth wedding anniversary, and egg prices. Twenty five years ago Prof Woods left Moravia Schools for Pleasantville, band officers reorganized, marriages listed, a bail team formed, and social clubs hosting gatherings and bridge contests.
Mr and Mrs Frank Selby returned home Tuesday after months with relatives in California They were in the earthquake area near Los Angeles and Long Beach witnessing multiple shocks The couple reported the first quake caused extensive damage not fully reflected in press reports and described the building swaying eight to nine inches before settling back to position
Helen Majors daughter of Roy and Mrs. Majors died from scarlet fever. Funeral services were held at the house and she was laid to rest in Mt. Pleasant cemetery. The family expresses faith in Jesus and hopes for reunion in the afterlife.
Moravia School will stage the Belle of Barcelona Thursday night March 24 featuring the high school chorus. The Spanish setting follows Margarita de Montero and Lieutenant Harold Wright as love rekindles amid a scheming nobleman and a pivotal investigation at the Barcelona customs house. Troubadour orchestra will perform before the operetta and between acts.
Miss Misa Daphen Dotson daughter of Mr and Mrs F W Dotson wed Mr Charles William Ostergren of Wilmington Del in a 10 am March 15 Methodist church ceremony in Cherry Dale Virginia Rev Traver officiating The bride wore a white crepe gown with velvet turban and tulle veil and carried a white rose and lilies bouquet The maid of honor Miss Marion Grouchy wore yellow with a green turban The groom in Oxford gray was aided by Seatman Mr Robert Howard The bride previously worked five years in Washington as stenographer for the Secretary of the Interstate Commerce Commission The groom is a petty officer in the U S Navy stationed at the Receiving Station Navy Yard Washington D C They later shared luncheon at 1614 17th St N W and departed for a Shenandoah Valley trip They will reside in Washington D C for now
Moravia welcomes a new tailor shop and cleaning and pressing establishment on the west side of the square in the former shoe repair shop. Proprietor H. Hendrickson, recently from Murray Iowa, brings forty years of experience to serve the community. Moravia Union.
Bible school at 10 a m led by Murrel H Johnson Junior church at 11 a m led by Mrs Forrest Main Morning worship at 11 a m Official Board meets last Sunday after worship Evening service at 730 Otterbein Guild Girls meet first Monday each month Womans Missionary Association meets second Friday Ladies aid meets every Wednesday Prayer meeting and Bible study Wednesday 730 p m Rev Geo H Suonkel pastor
A Japanese student delivered a trial sermon on Simon the Cross bearer with broken speech but fervent cries. Sunday school 9:45. worship 11. Epworth League 6:30. evening service 7:20 with troubadours and an inspirational talk by the pastor. Revival planned at Albian M E Church. call if lacking transport. Westey church notes 230 p m. Sunday school 10:30. J G Behrens, pastor.
Iconium Sunday school at 14 a m with Ralph Turner as superintendent. Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts Saturday evening. a Community Literary Society debate on the resolution that the U S should cancel war debts featuring Fred Tarr Harry Jennings Pearl Kelsey and B F Whitehead. Lenten services and April fool social for youth. Fairview Paul Boyer superintendent services and Epworth League. Tilton and Lewia Rouse led meetings with young people choirs and League gatherings. Friday community night April 7 with Farm Bureau at Community Hall all invited.
A surprise party was held at the W. C. Bivin home on Tuesday evening March 14 to celebrate Eva Boardman turning eighteen. Guests included Eva’s family, friends, and local residents such as Mr. and Mrs. Bivin, Thelma Purvis, Juanita Hiatt, Ethel McCrory, Bonita Eagle, Genevieve Carter, Carl McCrory, Rudolph Pence, and Rev. Robert Search. Refreshments were served late.
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