Services Held For Mrs Stella Carter In Moravia
Funeral services were conducted Sunday at Moraine Methodist Church for Mrs Stella Carter who died Friday at her Moravia home after a stroke. Rev J C Davis and Rev Earl Rabuck officiated with Turner Funeral Home in charge. Interment was at Moravia cemetery. She was 70. Surviving are three stepsons, ten grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, two sisters and one brother. Funeral attendance included many distant relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moraine Methodist Church
Stella Carter
J. C. Davis
Earl Rabuck
Turner Funeral Home
Moravia
Carter
Bituary
Stella Main
Lewis and
Mary Elizabeth Main
Grace Methodist Church
World Service
W.S.C.8
Twentieth Century Club
Garden Club
Edward S. Carter
Rollie L
Moulton
Iowa
Cecill
Mobile
Alabama
Loyd N
Mia
Mary, Hoskinson
Flora Hiatt
Atlanta
Missouri
Reuben F. Main
Portland
Oregon
Hal H
Alice McCoy
Zack L
Levi Main
Card of Thanks for Stella Carter bereavement
Family of Mrs. Stella Carter expresses gratitude for floral offerings and sympathy during bereavement. Appreciation extends to those who sent expressions of kindness and the ladies who served lunch on the day of the rites.
Bew and So Club Egg Roast Highlights Annual Event
Forty Sew and So Club members and guests gathered Saturday evening March 20 at Mr. and Mrs. Harold Mason home for the annual egg roast. Eleven dozen eggs were eaten along with relishes and pies as prizes were awarded for egg eating and games. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Glen Garrett and others from Ames.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold Mason
Glen Garrett
Ioh Davis
Rook
John van Zante
Ray McCloud
Harry Woodward
Marthe
Gilbert
Albis
Tom Robb
Ames
Surprise visit brightens Goodnight kinship ties
Mr. and Mrs. Bickford hosted their granddaughter and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Loran Youngker of Goodnight, Oklahoma, as dinner guests. The Youngkers later visited their uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. B. C. Whitehead, stayed for supper, and spent the night with H. F. McFatridge. Local visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Roscoe Argo, Mr. and Mrs. Rex Haver, and B. F. Whitehead in the evening.
Anniversary and Birthday Thanks from the Bickfords
Mr and Mrs John Bickford express sincere gratitude to friends for cards and flowers received on their anniversary and birthday, marking the double celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Bickford
Marriage at Albia Methodist Parsonage
Jean Hammond and Dorman Irwin were united in marriage at the Albia Iowa Methodist parsonage on Sunday March 14 at 2 p m Reverend Cecil A Wells performed the ceremony in the presence of the bride's parents Jean is the daughter of Mr and Mrs George Hammond and Dorman is the son of Mr and Mrs Oswald Irwin The couple will reside in Ottumwa Also notes of weekend visits and a funeral attendance by relatives interwoven with local family news
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Jean Hammond
George Hammond
Dorman Irwin
Oswald Irwin
Albia
Iowa
Cecil A Wells
Grace Methodist Women Plan April Activities
Mrs Norman Ward hosted the Woman's Society of Christian Service at Grace Methodist Church. D E Bishop presided and plans were formed for a Future Farmers banquet on April 6 and a church night supper and program on April 7 with Rev Harold Kirchenbauer as speaker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norman Ward
Woman's Society of Christian Service
Grace Methodist Church
D. E. Bishop
Harold Kirchenbauer
Centerville
Lee Hiatt
God
Hiatt
George Firkins
Chester Broshar
Japan
L. F. Bisby
Raymond Ashby
Broshar
Ralph Turnees Hosts To BeW And So Club
Mr and Mrs Ralph Turner hosted a club gathering for Sew and 5 members Monday evening March 15. Attendance was small due to illness and poor roads. Guests visited and played rock. Mrs Harold Mason and Ray McCloud led, with Mrs Ray McCloud winning the traveling prize. Cookies coffee and apples were served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Turner
Harold Mason
Ray McCloud
Local Moravia Friends Invite Card for Dr. and Mrs. Gray Guest
R. E. Cummins III, wintering with his son in law and daughter Dr. and Mrs. J. F. Gray at Melcher, is ill with a siege of fly and complications. Readers in Moravia are welcome to send cards to him and his hosts during this illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. E. Cummins
J. F. Gray
Melcher
Moravia
HELP BUILD TABERNACLE IN OSKALOOSA PROJECT
Rev and Mrs FP A Hahoend and Rev and Mrs Floyd Murphy of Albig visited Oskaloosa on Thursday to oversee a tabernacle project for Home Mission work of Churches of the Nagarang in the Lews District. Rev Jobo VanGeut leads the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FP. A. Hahoend
Floyd Murphy
Albig
Oskaloosa
Nagarang
Lews
Jobo VanGeut Ja
Barney Harn Honored For Fifty Years In Eastern Star
The Upland Daily News notes Barney Harn 676 North Euclid Ave is honored for fifty years of Eastern Star membership. He joined Moravia Iowa in 1898, moved to California 1916, joined Upland chapter 1923, serves as sentinel, and has 53 years in Masons. The ceremony begins 7:46 pm at the Masonic hall with a pot luck dinner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barney Harn
Upland
Calif
Daily News
Harn
Order
Moravia
California
Order of the Eastern Star
B. F. Harn
North
Euclid Avenue
Barmey
Masonic Hall
Albert Ericson
Colton
Grand Sentinel
State of
Harm
Eastern Star
Iowa
Mr. Harn
Masons
John Harn
John I. Harn
Sierra Maries
Etta Johnston
Death of John M. Cline of Chugwater Wyoming
John M. Cline died at Memorial hospital on March 12 1948 at age 85 years one month and 12 days after falling ill at his daughter Artie Callen home. He leaves five children and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral at Cheyenne Methodist church with Rev Hoyt, burial at Little Bear cemetery beside his wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Cline
Memorial Hospital
Artie Callen
B. W. Echo
Libby
Montana
Ralph
Chugwater
Wyo
Ralph Rogers
Hawk Springs
Hazel Goyen
Herbert Callen
Raymond Cline
Harold Cline
Robert Rogera
Bill Schreetlin
Methodist Church
Cheyenne
Wyoming
Hoyt
Little Bear Cemetery
Public Sale Dates Announced by James D. Nash
James D. Nash will hold a public sale Friday March 26 eight miles west of Moravia. Details appear in the advertisement in this issue. If planning a sale, The Union offers sale bills and advertising to reach a wide audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James D. Nash
Moravia
Easter Observances at Hilton Church
Special services will be held Thursday and Sunday at Hilton Church with Rev. H. S. P. Trestle in charge. Pictures on the Crucifixion and the Ninety and Nine shown Thursday evening. Holy communion observed Sunday with the Easter message at 11 a.m. Evening service at 7:30. Sunday school at 10 a.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hilton Church
P. Trestle
Easter Services and Musical at Moravia Methodist Church
Grace Methodist Church Moravia outlines Easter plans with Sunday School at 10 00 a m preaching at 11 00 a m baptism and church membership after the morning service The Easter musical will be performed by Moravia churches at 8 00 p m on Sunday April 7 the Methodist family cooperative supper follows in the church basement Rev Kirchenbauer of the larger parish will speak and outline the parish program George Tracy Marilyn Hiatt Georgiana Winsler are featured soloists in the Easter program
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Methodist Church
Moravia
John C. Davis
Delmar Dowd
Kirchenbauer
George Tracy
Marilyn Hiatt
Calvary
Georgiana Winsler
Easter church union services and revival plans noted
Evangelical United Brethren and Church of Christ announce Easter union worship at 30 p m. revival meetings start April 4 with prayers for evangelist and seekers. Sunday school and worship schedules listed with 200 expected at Easter. Pre Easter union services scheduled: Nazarene Tuesday, Church of Christ Thursday, U B Friday, Methodist Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evangelical United Brethren Church
Farl Baruck
Harold Mazon
Methodist Church
Union
Dille Family Mourning Death In Missouri Church Notice
Mrs Dille's mother dies in Missouri. Church of the Nazarene announces funeral services for Mrs John Alea Dille with Sunday School, Morning Worship and evening events listed. Attendees include Mrs Dille and daughter Joan. Services in La Plata, Missouri last Thursday noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of the Nazarene
John Dille
America
la Plata
Cey
John Alea
Iyyu G. m
WM. H
Dille
Joan
Johnson
Legion Audeiary Meets With Mrs Hickman
The Legion auxiliary met last Wednesday evening with Mrs. I. J. Hickman for their March meeting. Mrs. Veach presided in the absence of the president. The gathering opened with a prayer led by Mrs. C. M. McFatridge. The rehabilitation committee was instructed to send gifts for the April Veterans' hospital party in Knoxville. An institute at Mitchellville Girls' Training School will be held April 13. A report on Red Cross, Girl Scouts and Bible school activity was given. The April meeting will be at the Post Home with a cooperative supper. Decorations and refreshments honored St. Patrick's Day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Legion Auxiliary
I. J. Hickman
Veach
C. M. McFatridge
Howard Evans
John Dille
Ernest Kincade
Veterans’ Hospital
Knoxville
L. M. Williams
Girls’ Training School
Mitchellville
Zell Callen
Community Service Actvities
Red Cross
Girl Scouts
Hickman
Gawie Whicker
Bert Turner
Maurice Walter
Marine visits hometown relations after duty assignment
Johnnie A. Robinson of the Marine Corps arrived Wednesday to visit his grandparents Mr and Mrs Levi Robinson and left Thursday to visit his parents Mr and Mrs Claire Rubin st Uliluw a. He tine beet putativesd on the Aleivtion islands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnnie A. Robinson
Marine Corps
Levi Robinson
Thureday
Claire Rubigmun
Uliuwwa
Infant Son Dies in Albin Birth at Smith Hospital
A newborn son of Mr and Mrs Clifford Caster died shortly after birth at Smith hospital in Albin. Funeral services were held March 22 at Turner Funeral Home with Rev W M Creeton of Seymour officiating. The infant’s mother Betty Leu Strunk formerly Burnsway of Hillcrest cemetery was noted in the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clifford Caster
Smith Hospital
Albin
Turner Funeral Home
W. M. Creeton
Seymour
Caster
Betty Leu
Mes Oehler Hosts Kensington Club Luncheon
Mary Gehler entertained Kensington members at a St Patrick s luncheon with shamrock decor and a fine meal. Afternoon entertainment included garden task dramatizations and beadwork. High scorers were Mattie Lynch Janet Fox and Louise Ebler. Seven pounds of carpet raffle balls were donated to Grace Veach for the disabled veterans ward at Knoxville hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Gehler
Emiie Fabot
Moravia Public Schools Close Term May 21
The 1947-48 Moravia school term ends May 21 as the calendar shows a busy close with events from March 26 Parkinson Ensemble to May 21 commencement. Board members include Bill Woodward president and Bert Turner retiring after six years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moravia
Board of Education
Bill Woodward
Bert Turner
Bert
Bill
Paul Broshar
Frank Lathen
M. H. Johnson
Karl Tuttle
Chet Broshar
John Dille
Irving J. Hickman
Veishea
Pence Recovering From Major Leg Amputation
J. D. Pence underwent an above the knee amputation at a Des Moines Methodist hospital due to diabetes. He is reported to be progressing well. Mrs. Pence is staying with daughter Mrs. Arnold Burnett in Newton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Pence
Methodist Hospital
Des Moines
Red Cross Drive Totals Over $200 In Moravia
Mrs. Margaret Callen chaired a local American Red Cross drive that earned $209.80, though no quota was set. The county organization praised Moravia for its contribution to the fund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RED Cross
Margaret Callen
American Red Cross
Moravia
Tommy Thompson Wins Amateur Contest at Moravia Theatre
Tommy Thompson six wins the under 15 amateur contest at Moravia theatre last Wednesday evening. Carol Slutz eight from Ottumwa takes second with an Acrobatic act, Mary Ann Stutz fourteen also Ottorows places third with piano solo and singing. The final in a four contest series drew a large crowd with Fern and Twyla Foster, Calvin Spurgeon, Lavern Hurley, and others on stage plus a radio guest from Kirksville as added attraction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moravia Theatre
Tommy Thompson
Faevlus Thompson
Carol Slutz
Ottumwa
Mary Ann Stutz
Ottorows
Calvin Spurgeon
Lavern Hurley
Fern
Twyla Foster
Accem Buatavent
Newton Long Buys Property From Stella Carter
Newton Long has purchased the residence property that belonged to Mrs Stella Carter. He plans to start construction of a new building for his milk pasteurizer operation at the site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton Long
Stella Carter
Moravia FFA shines in South Central District Contests
In Chariton on March 20 Moravia FFA led with wins in Treasurer's Record Book and Chapter Achievement Contests. Basil Tadlock and Thomas Proctor headlined local entrants, with several others competing in extemporaneous speaking, record books, scrapbook, and parliamentary procedure. State finals set for Des Moines in May.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moravia
Des Moines
F.F.A
John Wilson
Gerald Hannam
Richard McDanel
Merton Rose
Lloyd Crawley
David Thompson
Keith Wood
Geral Mikels
South Central
L A Roland Buys Spencer Grocery Store
L A Roland has purchased the Spencer Grocery store and took possession Monday. He formerly owned and operated the D X service station which he sold to Wayne McDanel. Mr and Mrs Spencer have not announced their plans. Jack Spencer will continue to operate the produce department until further notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. A
Charles Burton Discharged From Navy Purposes
Seaman First Class Charles Burton arrives home after two years in the U S Navy. He received his discharge Monday March 22 and had been stationed in Yorktown Virginia in charge of radio and communications. He will stay on the family farm this summer with his parents Mr and Mrs O A Burton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Burton
U. S Navy
Charles
Yorktown
Mra. O. A. Burton
Rebekahs Meet and Initiate Three at Lodge Hall
Rebekah Lodge No. 404 held its regular meeting Monday evening at the I.O.O.F. hall. Three candidates Lawrence Roland Mrs. George F. Kins and Miss Lucille Hackett were initiated into the order by C. A. Turner. Thelma Luse Mrs. Firkins and Mrs. Fred Tillmont were named to organize entertainment for the annual exhaust after the union Easter service at Grace Methodist church. Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Bishop served refreshments. Visitors came from Albia lodge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebekah Lodge No. 404
Lo.o.f. Hall
Gerald Morgan
Noble Prand
Viding
Lawrence Roland
George F.kins
Lucille Hackett
C. A. Turner
Morgan
Thelma Luse
Firkins
Fred Tillmont
Grace Methodist Church
LD. E. Bishop
Albia Lodge
207th Century Club Meeting Notes and Members
Members of the 207th Century Reading Club met Tuesday afternoon with Mrs Preston Huilyeck. A full pass was conducted with a current events discussion. Mrs W Murdy spoke on oceans and their waters. Mrs J W Halden read a biography of Evangeline Bourth.
Mrs Winslier Hosts Progressive Club Evening
Mrs Winslier hosted the Progressive Club gathering Thursday evening with all members present. Bridge games were played with prizes awarded to Mr Chester Brusher, Mrs Merygery Veacy, and Mrs Nerina Waid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yeorge Winsler
Progressive Club
Chester Brusher
Merygery Veacy
Nerina Waid
Win
Gidsell & Pleasant eYening
Maxine Smith Elected President of Delta Delta Delta
Maxine Smith daughter of Mr and Mrs Howard Smith of Mora via has been elected and installed as president of the Delta Delta Delta sorority at Simpson College Indianola Iowa. She is a junior student at the college and will attend a sorority convention during the summer vacation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maxine Smith
Howard Smith
Moravia
Delta Delta Delta Sorority
Simpson College
Indianola
Towa
Miss Smith
The
Lewa State college names John Burton staff member
John Burton of Lewa State college was chosen as staff member for the Iowa Engineer magazine for the coming year. At the annual banquet he received a gold key for outstanding work on the magazine. He also serves on editorial staff of the Men’s Residence Association newspaper and is art editor of Green Gander. He is visiting his parents south of Moravia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Burton
Lewa State College
Iowa Engineer
Julia
Men’s Residence Association
Green Gander
O. A. Burton
Moravia
Church Night at E U B Church Draws Forty
The March church night at the E U B church gathered about forty people for a cooperative supper. M K Blackman presided, with group singing led by Mrs Blackman. The program included solos by Harold Mason and Phyllis Rubuck, a tuba solo by Bruce Rubuck, a flute duet by Mitzi Sawyer and Viola Hemmond, and other readings and games. The April committee members were Mrs Charles Cuffin, Mrs Kenneth Condra, and Alberta Hick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E.U.B
M.K. Blackman
Blackman
Oie
Harold Mason
Phyllis Rubuck
Bruce Rubuck
Richard Hawk
Mitzi Sawyer
Viola Hemmond
Mra Blackman
Local Births in Centerville Area Reported
UK couple Mr and Mrs Herschel Johnson welcomed a daughter born March 20 at St Joseph Hospital Centerville. The newborn weighed 10 ounces and was joined by an older daughter Aleta Marie nearing three. Parents Lorraine Delius and Albert Padovich acknowledged the family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herschel Johnson
St. Joseph H Hospital
Centerville
Lorraine Delius
Aleta Marie
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Neal Main
Lola
Wayne
Franklin
Cedar Rapids
Mra
BE. A
Jimmie
C Hiatt
C. F. Houser
Dorothy
Doris
Wm. Sager
Tommy
Billy Carter
George Boyer
BEW and SO
Wother
Liew P. Boyer
Harold Lundgren
P. Earl Boyer
H. L. Pearson
Homme
Anton Campbell
Raat
Herbert Main
Ray Barr
Patty Joyce
Glen Fowler
Lois
Birdie Main
Gaylord Main
Joanne
Dwight
Mrs. Dorman Irwin
W.5.c
Ralph Turnees
Cummins III
Chugwater, Wyo
Hilton
Church of Christ
Clarence Schaffner
Eugene McCrory
Ben
Mark
Nazarene
Church of ‘Christ
Legion Audeiary
MES. Oehler
Kensington
Future Farmers OF America
Basil Tadlock
Ella Hannam
Queen
Eugene Boyer
Mr. Elson
Bobbie Carter
Allen Frame
Jerry Pettibone
Elmer Hiatt
Clyde Stevens
Bob Wilson
Richard McCarty
Jack Eapy
Walter Paris
Charles Cross
Ralph Johnson
Clair McDanel
Joe Hayworth
Clell McDanel
Dee Easter
Rex Hagerman
Larry Tadlock
George Turner
Rex Foster
Doyle Christy
Pete Dicks
Bill Moore
Richard Potts
Jerold Gillaspie
Ronald Lockman
Thomas Procter
IF. F. A
M. H. Elson
Ag Boys
L. A. Roland
Spencer
NAVY
Rebekahs
Merts Wiyr
Mrs. Hedgecock
Mrs. Winslier
UO Progressive Club
OWA
Albert Padovich
SH Ayn Bell
Mer
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