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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1933
Page
1
This feature recalls Indian Summer scenes with clear skies and falling leaves, followed by lighthearted notes on community life. It notes a young girl sewing, a counterfeit dime scheme sparked by a merchant, slang like Where's Elmer, and donations to the Hartzell Drake Estate as readers ponder grand fortunes and dreamlike riches.
A freak turnip on display in the Union office shows two tops growing at least an inch apart. Brought by Claude Wren, the vegetable appears normal except for the double tops. Shortly after, Richard Gardner presented a larger twin-topped turnip for public view.
The 26th annual Lynch Declamatory contest held in Moravia High School gym named first place winners: Donald Gordner in oratorical with And the Gods Laugh, Maxine Tisure in dramatic Soul of the Violin, and Annabeth Keemer in humorous Lockery Sets a Hen. Judges were Miss Hell, Miss Garrison, and Miss Phyllia Bair.
So and Sew Club members and families held a masquerade party at Harry Woodward’s home Saturday night. Prizes went to Fred Hammond and Frank Wilson for best masked outfits. Entertainment included progressive rock. Refreshments were candy and apples. Guests included Mr and Mrs Gus Main of Kansas City Missouri Juanita Smith of Moravia and Mia Tom Robb of Unionville.
There will be an event at the hall on Tuesday evening November 7 inviting Rebekah members and their families to attend and bring pumpkin pie for the gathering.
The piece notes discussions of a managed currency and a government recovery group named the C8RC the Chic Salea Reconstruc tion Corporation. It mentions Moravia hosting several reconstructive efforts after Wednesday morning and hints at fiscal plans tied to Halloween timing.
Charles Albert McKern born April 17 1881 in Appanoose county Iowa died October 26 in Rockford Illinois at age 52 years 6 months 9 days He married Tha Espy December 22 1901 Six children Athol Troy Roma Hiatt Trenton Trelen and Avis Arnold with twelve grandchildren and siblings Funeral services were at Main Station church Sunday 2:00 pm Rev J W Zerke led with interment at Main Station cemetery
The McKern family expresses sincere thanks for expressions of sympathy received after the death of husband and father Charles A. McKern. Messages of kindness are deeply appreciated by Mys, Ida McKern and family.
Committees from the local American Legion post and Auxiliary unit have been appointed to arrange Armistice Day observances in Moravia this year. A church service is planned for Sunday morning November 12. Further details will be released next week.
Local truck operator R. R. Pennington traded for a larger capacity truck in the past week, expanding his fleet and service reach.
The Trustees of Taylor Township will be in session in Moravia on Monday November 6 at 1 p.m. to transact cemetery business and any other lawful matters. L. Dodd, Clerk.
A local listing shows M E Friday serving a dinner menu including chicken pie mashed potatoes gravy baked beans apple salad beet pickles bread and jelly roll with whipped cream and coffee. Eli Lawrence listed as a wage visitor in Albania on Monday morning.
Claude Palmer and Harley Ashby found a jack rabbit dead within 600 yards of the Moravia Interurban station on Tuesday. The ears measured 12 inches tip to tip and were brought to the office for display. The note warns against displaying live or dead rabbits beyond this exhibit.
Telly Cross, 39, son of Mr and Mrs J C Cross, of Unionville, died Sunday at 8 00 am in St Josephs hospital Centerville after a week there. He was gassed in World War France and never fully recovered. He leaves parents a sister Mrs Clyde Swaim Unionville and brother Perry Cross Udell. Funeral at Unionville Baptist Church Tuesday 2 00 pm Rev Wolfe officiating. Burial with full military honors north of Unionville.
Dr P S Brown of Iowa State College warns that land fertility declines as sod lands age and yields fall. Despite advances in seeds and pest control farmers push total production by expanding acreage, ignoring rising costs. Conservation practices like returning manure and soil organic matter are urged to maintain fertility. visitors Mr and Mrs George Hiatt of University Park Iowa were here Sunday.
The death of Mrs. John Selby at her Moravia area home Sunday morning brings sorrow to the community. Born near Hinttaville September 1 1873, she married John Selby March 31 1901 and had nine children eight living. Funeral services were held at the home Tuesday afternoon with Rev. J. C. Behrens officiating and burial in the Moravia cemetery.
Residents of Albia approved a plan to build a 28,800 dollar combined gymnasium and auditorium with a 30 percent federal grant hoped. The vote was 819 to 408 and the school board expects to begin within three weeks, aiming for a late January completion with seating for 1200 in the gymnasium and 2000 in the auditorium.
The W C Livin Feed Store expanded its operations by adding another truck this past week, enhancing delivery capacity and service reach for local customers. The purchase underscores ongoing growth and commitment to timely farm supply distribution.
Helen Loomis offers piano lessons, inviting interested individuals to call or visit the Zell Callen residence on Thursdays to arrange sessions.
Local Auto Kids Rides set a regional record in Oskaloosa last Saturday with 2488 rides by children. Estimated distance exceeded 800 miles as merchants offered free rides during a fall entertainment program led by Wim Laws John Laws Walt Lagle and Guerney Jordan.
Moravia High School boys and girls hosted Mystic, with the boys losing 14 to 8 at halftime and the final setback after a stronger second half. The Moravia girls were defeated 87 to 2 as Mystic’s speed overwhelmed the hosts. Unionville visits Thursday for a boys and girls doubleheader, the girls seeking revenge after an earlier loss. The schedule change moved both games to Thursday with the girls at 7:30 and the boys to follow.
Information indicates Noorden Slavin has been elected president of the University of Iowa sophomore dental class for the year. He is actively involved in music and broadcasts on WSUL each Thursday at 9 p.m.
In Memoriam for N J Main who died two years ago on October 29 memory lasts. Surrounded by friends we are lonely and long for the smile you gave us. Deep regret and heartache linger in our home as we remember our dear husband and daddy from N J Main and family.
The Co-Operative Marketing Association sent another truckload of cattle to the Chicago market on Tuesday, expanding rapid shipments amid regional trade activity.
The menu lists Roast Chicken with Dressing and Matched Potatoes, Gravy, Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows, Turnips with Pork, Carro Pineapple Salad, Ginger Bread with Whipped Cream, Bread, Butter, and Coffea.
The church lists Sunday School at 9 45 a m Dale Schreiner superintendent Divine Worship at 14 a m sermon by the pastor Epworth League at 6 30 p m Evening worship at 7 90 o clock Prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 30 p m The W H M S meets Wednesday 2 80 at Mrs Wm Gardner home All invited Wesley Sunday School 10 30 a m Morning worship 9 90 Pastor J G C Behrens.
The United Brethren Church invites all to Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. led by Superintendent M. B. H. Johnson, with morning worship at 11:00 a.m. Evening service follows at 7:30 p.m. The Woman's Missionary Society will lead the service. Prayer meeting is Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Pledges on church debt should be paid before November 11, and Mr. Frank Hawk may assist. Ladies Aid Thanksgiving dinner recalled.
The Teonium Circuit schedules Sunday School at 10 and morning worship at 11 with special meetings weekly. Choir, soloists, and duets performed last Sunday, plus district conference, young peoples events, and Scout programs announced. revival meetings begin November 1 at Fairview. J W Zerbe, minister invites all without a church home.
Miss Hope Hinsley of near Mystic married Mr T R Teater of near Melrose in Moravia at 6 p m on Wednesday officiated by Rev W G Lawle. They were accompanied by Miss Page Tester and Leater Butler. The Teaters are popular young residents and will be at home soon on a farm east of Centerville.
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