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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1966
Page
6
A teenager should work this summer to gain valuable experience for future employment. A summer job teaches business etiquette, money management, and independence while reducing debt and borrowing. It argues work supports education and self reliance over idle recreation, signed by Marsha Day assistant editor.
A dedication ceremony on May 9 1966 marked the gifting of a Pin Oak to Moravia High School by Mrs Virginia McDonough. Russell Bettis FFA president spoke on the oak and Jerry Hawk FFA president elect read a poem. Booster Club president Lee Benz started the ceremony as students and staff gathered. another tree is planned for next year.
A collection of witty, scattershot lines reflecting nostalgia and social quirks. Rules, meals, tips, and misprints mix with humorous definitions and observations about youth, driving, dating, and safety signs from bygone days. Characters and places are largely unnamed, preserving a bite sized, period voice.
Fragmented lines reveal seniors planning a trip Thursday to Saturday, plus playful taunts about friends and school life. Mentions of Fatty Rogers, Joellen Hiatt, Judi Stufflebeam, Nancy Leffler, Patty Rogers, Deb Van Dorin, Sharon Cleaver, Marsha Day, and Deb Van Dorin amid casual banter and hints of a new assistant editor.
In their gowns and suits the graduates prepare for the Friday night commencement on May 20. Richard's band played to a huge reception as the crowd counts down the remaining five days.
The Blue Hawaiian prom setting showcased many juniors and seniors in long gowns with empire waists trains and bright colors. Notable dresses included Linda Irwin and Faula Cleaver in identical yellow floor lengths with bows, Penny Prough in blue, Naomi Tadlock in emerald, and Judy Cochran in mint green.
A sixteen year old mystery girl profile notes a five foot five inch, light brown eyed sophomore with a fondness for pizza writing letters and planning college. A listing of junior senior prom couples pairs Judy Cochran King with Alan Clark and many others, showing a lively social scene around the event.
The text notes numbered classes and remaining days of senior office practice. It describes a sequence of problems completed by the last day, indicating a structured practice schedule for seniors.
The quoted speaker notes that after finishing the office practice course students faced a semester test on work and spelling. She recalls many would prefer returning to earlier tasks, such as copying letters, tabulating with carbon ribbons, and typing dictated letters, once the assignment is complete.
A mystery boy profile lists age five feet seven inches blue eyes brown hair and a passion for chili fishing biology and I Spy. He mentions wanting money and a job this summer, dislikes bragging and constant talkers, and notes that names will appear next week.
The Speech Class nears year end with a ten minute speech next Wednesday on any original topic. The class reflects on worthwhile experiences in learning both speech presentation and writing. Janie Ward.
The Home Economics 111 class split into pairs to present budgets and plans for money management. Students discussed advantages and drawbacks, with posters and readings on budgeting. Naomi Tadiock notes living on a budget is challenging but rewarding as students prepare for work or marriage.
Jerry Hawk, born September 11 1948 in Centerville Iowa, chosen Teen of the Month for May by The Scribbler Staff. The junior lists American History American Literature Typing I Vocational Agriculture NT as courses and FFA as extracurricular activity. He enjoys Ford cars, steak and french fries, Mars bars, and Saturday nights with pool and car work.
The Mohawkettes posted a 21-3 record and won a 77-56 sectional title over Seymour to advance. Nancy Mosley led scoring with 110 points while Diane Judge was runner-up in a district free throw contest. Prom King Oliver Wright and Queen Linda Davis highlighted the year.
Diane Judge wins district free throw contest and advances to State. Mohawkettes beat Seymour 59 56 in sectional finals to stay one game from State. Homecoming picks Betty Blumer and Richard Smith. Band travels to Des Moines to perform for President Johnson.
Chester Civertiia known as Chet Mitchell performed a May 1 assembly in the gym. A faculty star at the Austin Academy of Fine Arts Chicago he blends trumpet and tenor voice for a popular concert appearance. Students returned to sixth period after the show.
The article reviews reasons to buy or trade for a newer car focusing on safety economy and efficiency. It emphasizes insurance as essential protection for individuals and families and notes the risk of lawsuits exceeding policy limits. It urges safety and preparedness for an uncertain future.
Derrill McDanel emphasizes regular inspection and adjustment of car parts to prevent steering failures and wrecks. Keeping a vehicle in peak operation boosts safety, efficiency, and economy for drivers.
In fifth period English we finish literature and review Brammar. We revisit material from the first of the year focusing on noun types and proper punctuation. Daily written assignments are graded by Mr. Chambers, with in class responses and behavior also factored into grades.
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