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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1961
Page
2
A student club piece from MHS emphasizes Easter as a time to thank God for life and guidance. It contrasts Easter traditions with spiritual meaning, recounts the crucifixion and resurrection, and urges perseverance through daily tasks through Jesus's sacrifice.
The piece notes Easter may come early, urging attendance at one's church. It recalls Jesus burial and resurrection, with angels rolling away the stone and women spreading the news. Special sunrise services mark the commemoration of Christ rising, observed by many communities around the world.
A brief note tracing why bunnies and eggs are linked to Easter and explaining that the name Easter derives from four Teutonic ancestors.
Jolene Van Dorin recounts Easter customs from long ago and present, detailing Eastre the spring goddess, Easter Sunday churchgoing, new clothes and bonnets, sun symbolism in flower wreaths, the Easter bunny tied to the moon, and the egg as a symbol of creation and resurrection across cultures.
Easter brings fresh spring outfits for women and men with new hats and suits. Families plan a church morning, turning Easter into a day of dressing up and visiting services.
A personal reflection on Easter as a time to rejoice and thank God for His Son. The speaker asks readers to consider their feelings at the crucifixion and invites more people to accept Christ and walk with him.
The article reflects on Easter as the rising of Christ and the resurrection, the Easter bunny and decorated eggs for children, and the tradition of wearing new clothes. It notes these customs persist though Easter holds deeper religious significance beyond celebration.
Billy Graham Evangelistic Film Ministry presents Shadow of the Boomerang a feature length outdoor drama filmed in Australia. Starring Georgia Lee and Dick Jones the story follows an American brother and sister amid Outback life with Australian locals and tensions. The screening is Thursday April 6 at 8 PM in Centerville High School Auditorium free of charge and sponsored by the Appanoose County Ministerial Association.
The article reflects on belief in Christ rising and notes some doubt due to ignorance of Easter's meaning, contrasting this with the widespread spread of religious knowledge. It suggests that ignorance is not the norm in most cases.
Mrs Theo Miller Coulson hosts occasion as visits flow among neighbors. Mr and Mrs Gene Shober lead with Sunday guests at Herb Boblenz. Thursday evening visitors include W C Andersons. Local families Nelson Ballanger Ernest Hiatt Guthrey Hiatt Hiatt entertainments and FFA banquet hosted by various households.
Mr and Mrs Ernest Hiatt and Sandra joined Clyde Strickler and family for Sunday evening at the Kenneth Hiatt home, extending hospitality and fellowship.
Charles L. Johnston, administrator of Eva Poljak deceased, files final report for approval and discharge. Hearing set for 10:00 A.M. April 18 at the District Court in Centerville Appanoose County Iowa. Interested parties listed include State Board of Social Welfare of Iowa and heirs.
Charles L. Johnston attorney for the estate urges readers to follow the Union for Moravia community activities with notices published on March 30 and April 6, 1961.
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