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Newspaper

Moravia Union

Location

Moravia, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1949

Page

8

M H S Scribbler Robert Daniel Wilson Birth Record

M H S Scribbler notes Robert Daniel Wilson born November 22 1932 near Blakesburg Iowa. Details include Urbana Center grade school brown eyes black hair 5 feet 9 inches 154 pounds. Favorite car Chevy Mounds candy bar and hobbies hunting. Plans for New Year farming with activities in FFA basketball and drama. Variable fields list lenses farming program letter in Ag and favorite subject agriculture.

Robert Daniel Wilson Blakesburg Iowa

Around Mill Movie Calendar and Senior Notes

A jumble of film listings and school life items appears with titles like The Hunted and The Knockout, plus notes on students such as Marjorie S. and Betty V. and snippets about dates, dances, and autograph book lines. The college mood includes meal menus, class gossip, and upcoming events, with reminders about English blab and a bus ride from Albia.

Parkinson Musical Ensemble Promises Free Friday Event

The Parkinson Musical Ensemble directed by C. B. Parkinson will present with Jane and Rich on Friday March 25 1949 at 1045 a.m. The public is welcome with no admission charged.

Parkinson Musical Ensemble Jane and Rich C. B. Parkinson

Measurement film shown to math and typing classes

The film Measurement was shown to all math classes and the first year typing class. It compared linear, square and cubic measurement and was described as of great importance to mathematicians.

Economics Class Reviews Voting Process Documentary

The Economics class watched the film Electing the Representatives detailing the voting process from registration to election day. It was educational and enjoyed by students, who gained clear insight into how a citizen becomes eligible and participates through the entire cycle.

Future Homemakers Hold Special Friday Meeting

The Future Homemakers of America held a special meeting Friday eighth period called to order by Verna Overturf. A skating party was scheduled for March 28 at Albia and members may invite a guest. Delegates to the state FHA meeting in Des Moines were voted on, and the club will pay $5 for each girl who goes.

Future Homemakers of America Verna Overturf Albia F.H.A Des’ Moines

Senior Class Minutes Approve Roll Call in 1949 Meeting

The Senior class met March 17 1949. Minutes were read and approved. The roll was called and answered by 30 members. The class decided to have the roll printed on senior announcements and listed four years of activities to be included in the annual under the pictures.

Sophomore Welcomes Norma Schrodt To Class

The sophomore class welcomes Norma Schrodt formerly of St Augustine. She is five feet four inches tall and weighs 105 pounds with light brown hair and blue eyes. She will study biology plane geometry English II and world history and plans to join F H A and the Glee club.

Norma Schrodt St. Augustine, I Norma F.H.A

Junior news on plans for banquet

The Junior class met on March 17 1949. Plans for the Junior Senior banquet are progressing rapidly.

Committees Outline Budget For Banquet Program Next Meet

Reports from each committee were given by the chairmen. A committee was appointed to draft a banquet budget. Miss Sampson reviewed last year’s expenses to guide allocations. Bonnie Stocker Basil Martin and Jim Chebuhar were named to the program committee for the next meeting.

Miss Sampson Bonnie Stocker Basil Martin Jim Chebuhar

Varsity M Club Formed At Moravia High School

Moravia High School formed the Varsity M club sponsored by Mr. Morrison. The charter officers elected were Richard Smith as president George Tracy as vice president and Patty Halden as secretary treasurer. Membership requires a letter award to join and the club aims to enhance the school's athletic program.

Moravia High School Morrison Richard Smith George Tracy Patty Halden

Freshman Class Meeting Recessed After Gossip Session

The Freshman class meeting was called to order by the president. Discussions included a possible class party, though no definite plans were made. The program committee presented, and the rest of the meeting was spent in a gossip session.

Fifth and Sixth Grades Welcome New Students

Mary Schrodt from St. Augustine joins our room bringing total to 16 fifth graders and 11 sixth graders. A new book Alekoa Island by Edward Fenton was added to the library as we read Bright April by Marguerite De Angell aloud.

Mary Schrodt St. Augustine Alekoa’ Island Edward Fenton Marguerite de Angell

Films Shown This Week Include Julius Caesar Macbeth

English classes viewed Julius Caesar and Macbeth for educational value. Bill Baird’s color marionette short Party Lines depicted party line cooperation, followed by Telephone Courtesy showing lax office habits and improvements. The Telephone Hour featured Josef Hofmann and Donald Voorhees in a Bell Telephone broadcast, while Bookkeeping and You explained the value of bookkeeping knowledge.

Julius Caesar Macbeth Bill Baird Henry Burton Josef Hofmann Bell Telephone Orchestra Ita Donald Voorhees Bookkeeping

Educational Film Demonstrates Help for Secretaries and Accountants

The film illustrated how it would benefit secretaries and bookkeepers in their careers. It presented an educational portrayal of practical skills and career advancement.

Ping Pong Tournament Upset Signals Local Sports Action

The high school ping pong tourney led by Mr. Fleming opened with an upset as Ronald Lockman defeated favorite Bill Broshar. Next on the bulletin shows Fred DuVall vs Veri Kaster, with Dean Tomlin to meet the winner of Paul Spencer and George Tracy. Dick Foster could face Turner Morris Dicks or Rabuck if not updated.

Mr. Fleming Bill Broshar Ronald Lockman Fred DuVall Veri Kaster Dean Tomlin Paul Spencer George Tracy Dick Foster George Turner Lyle Morris Donald Dicks Bruce Rabuck

Music Clinic Aids New Band Players In Des Moines

A March 26 music clinic in Des Moines invites beginners to learn clarinet trumpet and drum basics. The event targets those just starting in band. The article notes the band watched two films on Thursday morning.

Des Moines

Junior High News Adds Two New Books to Library

Two new titles Swamp Boy and High Trail arrive at the junior high library. A Bell Telephone Co show Party Line featured marionettes Tuesday afternoon. Mr. Sheldon started Uncle Tom's Cabin. Freshman girls beat juniors 18 to 16 in basketball. Students display spring bird pictures on the bulletin board. By Delores Bisby and Kathleen Halden.

Bell Telephone Co Sheldon

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M.H.S. Scribbler Serge Tracy Norma Zimmer Tade Delma Veach Alberta Rick Mary Rose Phyllis Rabuck Hickman M. H.&. Steadies Joe Palooka Wealter Thia “Darwin Marjorie S Betty V Mary Lou Bill M Merton R Jerry Doyle B Rose R Irwin F Lee A Wauneta Patty K Mary Louise DaVonna Marilyn Rose Harvard Yale Howes Hubert and Flossie Strandberg Majestic Theatre Centerville Ace Ally F.hla Junior News Nardis Harrold Milady North Side Square Centerville, Iowa Ralph Wilkinson Construction Co Centerville National Bank Building Centerville, Town Ralph H. Wilkinson Raymond Porter Junior High News Delores Bisby and Kathleen Halden Carolya O Dewele Minute Marte Jewels Curry Gem Shop Squar Centerville
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