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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1971
Page
1
An opinion notes new inflation proposals include a $2 per hour minimum wage. The writer argues higher labor costs strain employers in cities and rural areas, risking unemployment as goods and services may not cover expenses. He warns graduates face weak job prospects amid plans reportedly underway.
Centerville builder Towe gian reports the Rathbun lake dedication is scheduled for Saturday July 31. Moravia merchants report rising demand for brochures and maps with limited stock and a new print run planned soon. The brochure highlights dam and lake details, boat ramps, and parks, while graduates from Northeast Missouri State Teachers College at Kirksville celebrate in a joint ceremony.
Gladys Harsh compiles a village roundup of social visits and graduations in New Hope. Among the events: Forest and Glen Jacobs hosts. Ramona Ballanger and Janice White graduate. other residents attend church, 4-H meetings, and visits with neighbors such as Nelson Ballanger, Jay Wilson, and Frances Burton across Centerville, Mount Ayr, and surrounding homes.
Community notes show frequent visits and gatherings among the Shepard and Adams families. Attendees include Russell, Merrill, Lowell Shepards, C. B. Whitson, John Scott, Ed Adams, Delmont Moffitt, Amy Jo Zapitul, and others visiting Des Moines, Kirksville, Newton, and Centerville venues. Shared events include baptisms, birthdays, dinners, and card parties across local homes and churches.
The Union Farmerettes 4H held a May meeting at Debbie Egbert's home with eleven members present. Old business included reports on helping a new member. Carol Trelan was selected to go to Washington. The next meeting is set for June 3 at 9 30. A work session may occur at Unionville Park weather permitting. Judge's meeting is June 2 at 1. Information about the fair list was distributed and discussed. Ludia Bolin demonstrated making a bed, and Connie Rogers spoke.
A student letter urges cooperation and understanding to improve the school next year. The writer thanks teachers, notes many are leaving, and praises Mrs Hayden for enabling the school paper. They express hope for new teachers and a better learning community.
After spring season, summer softball and baseball begin. Boys' baseball opened with Ot tumwa Legion in town, followed by a May 25 conference game in Leon. The teams ask for more community support, noting lower turnout than basketball or football.
Mr and Mrs Donald Hiatt and Donita called at the Ernest Hiatt home Monday evening. Mr and Mrs Herb Boblenz attended the dedication of baby Paul Belzer Sunday in Albia. Mr and Mrs Ernest Hiatt and Salem United church Sunday evening. Eva Tucker had Sunday dinner with Kenneth Hiatt. Eva Tucker attended the Garden Club at Tom Thompsons Tuesday afternoon. Lesson was With a Song in Your Heart by Gladys Harsh and Margaret Callen. Theo Miller was a dinner guest Sunday at Harry Woodwards. Dale Downard spent two weeks vacation at the Bill Andersons Edna and J D spent the weekend there. Ray and Marie Barkley spent Monday afternoon at the Bill Anderson home. Mr and Mrs Bob Barker of Arkansas came Friday to spend a few days with the Ronald Barker family. Nancy Klampe spent Thursday with Marilyn Barker. Mr and Mrs Francis Turner Mrs Iva Smith of Promise City spent Sunday with Ronald Barkers. Mr and Mrs Gerald Briggs and Onie Eaton called Sunday afternoon on Ronald Barkers.
The FBLA Chapter elected officers at the May 21 meeting: President Stanley Spencer, Vice President Jean Ann Rouse, Secretary Janice Grinstead, Treasurer David McDanel, Reporter Susan Dooley, and Parliamentarian Ted Cochran. McDanel discussed the April Cedar Falls State Leadership Convention. Plans were set for car washes on June 10 and June 24 to raise funds.
Readers share mixed opinions on this year’s annual. Comments highlight color choices and overall appeal, with mentions of Mo Ravia’s edition and individual responses from Robin Hinte Karen Moss Karla Mott Marie Cloyed and Mary Van Dorin.
Karen LaPlaca urged daily care tips while a game of charades entertained eleven members two leaders and nine guests. Debbie and her mother provided ice cream cupcakes and kool aid as Diana Kelley, the reporter, noted the event.
Readers complimented the annual noting its attractive colors and clear printing. Quotes from Mrs. Tuttle Rachel Gifford Carolyn Beal and Natalie Woodward express approval of the new color scheme and overall appearance.
The piece notes MHS students swapping winter wear for bright outfits and SAN dals as footwear. It observes a quiet campus as seniors have left, and mentions spring showers in the halls.
In the District Court of Iowa Appanoose County case 9876 notices probate of will for Francis Kincade, deceased. All persons interested are advised of the probate proceedings, appointment of executor, and creditors' rights under the estate.
In the estate of Francis Kincade deceased the court admitted the lost will to probate on May 11 1971 with Margaret Kincade named executor. Creditors must file claims within six months from the second publication. action to set aside the will must begin within one year of that publication. Filed notices list executor and attorney in Moravia and Albia Iowa with publication dates May 20 and 27 1971.
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