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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1960
Page
3
Editor Bennie Tarbell and assistant Nellie Argo highlight junior colleges as accessible paths for young adults to gain two year business credits. They stress education as essential, noting transfers to four year colleges and the goal of quicker employment, urging readers to decide on college.
The article discusses options for high school juniors and seniors after graduation. It argues college enhances career prospects and notes multiple college forms from four year universities to smaller colleges and business colleges. It highlights access issues for less fortunate students and the value of direct business training.
Richard Coltrain, son of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Coltrain, stands 5 11 1/2 with blue eyes and brown hair. A student at his local school he participates in basketball Thespians FFA FBLA and student council where he serves as vice president of the senior class and president of the FFA chapter. His hobbies include sports hunting eating and sleeping while his future plans remain undecided.
The piece discusses responsible use of school property urging truth in fines and moderation. It notes that some abuse or hide assets, and implies that penalties should be truthful yet not excessive, questioning how fines should be assessed in a geometric context.
IS E A state convention is listed along with a library meeting on Thursday November 10 and a Prospective Teachers Day on Friday November 11. A Blakesburg basketball game is noted as taking place here with Nellie Argo referenced.
Jay Clayworth was slapped twice per practice while Fred Strong complains of a tired back from carrying him. Janet Harrington recalls lots of good times. Nellie Argo reports tiredness from comics and practice. Steve Tarbell enjoys bringing a new car home nightly. Judy VanDorin praises fun and Mr. Van Gilder's friendship. Martha Rouse withholds due to health. Joyce Kincade notes fun and gray hair. Jeanne Hawk joins the varied views.
Carson Merkcle comments on cold nights and urges residents to vote. He visited uptown Thursday at noon with several companions for an exercise outing. He also directs readers to call R1003 for more information about the notice.
Moravia Community high school girls share clothing tastes from slacks to skirts and dresses with weather, mood, and activities guiding choices. Several favor skirts and sweaters while others prefer slacks or dresses depending on the day and occasion.
Senior class opinions split between Kennedy and Nixon with reasons. Many favor Nixon for experience and policy clarity, others prefer Kennedy for change or farmer support. A few cannot decide or express mild preference, reflecting a lively mix of views.
The piece presents opinions favoring Nixon as the best qualified candidate. It includes remarks from Richard Coltrain and Jean Taylor praising Nixon’s experience and leadership. It urges readers to vote wisely, respect the privilege, and remember ancestors who fought for the vote. Lin and Nancy Faber.
Coach Bill Austin announces the first teams for the season, listing girls and boys players. The team will play their first home game on November 11. The girls include Sean Taylor Dana Easter Nancy Steffen Sharon O Conner Nancy Lindley Judy Gladfelder Martha Rouse Nancy Tomlin JoAnn Main Lois Strunk Nancy Mosley. The boys include Larry Hope Gary Roberts Kenney Ellison Eddie Oehler Bob Burns burg McCoy Jim Ellison Charles VanZante Ronnie Woodward Richard Coltrain Jay Taylor Tom Wilson.
After getting permission from Mr. Burton, Mr. Dayton assigns the Ag students to landscape the high school grounds. The group includes Kenny Ellison, Fred Strong, Richard Coltrain, Albert Turner, Steve Burger, Marion Sinclair, and Bill Main, with several tractors and implements brought to the site.
They set up disk scoop har row and feeder as several jobs ran. Those not on a tractor used a shovel or rake to level ground between the sidewalk and the school building. The ground was low so dirt was hauled in to level. Work went well with few complications. Seeding is up and looking swell. Indications point to a splendid job by the Ag boys. Bill Main
A sixteen year old junior, Russell Blumer, has moved to Moravia Iowa from Cesiterville. Born December 15 1943, he enjoys radio, sociology is his favorite subject, and Mr Sheldon teaches him. He is enrolled in Sociology American history American literature and typing.
The junior class prepares for their play, guided by Mr. Van Gilder and the cast. They will present three showings Friday for grade school, high school, and the public, after a recent hayride chaperoned by Betty and Glen VanDorin and Gladys and Ivan Harsh.
Bud Walters hosted a fire and wiener roast then returned to town. Janet Harrington, junior class, was elected Assistant Editor for the yearbook and will take office next year. After the play, junior and senior prom plans begin. The junior class remains among Moravia High School’s busiest. Carolyn Ver Steegh was mentioned.
Advanced algebra class in room 103 has four students Dennis Argo Larry White head Steve Tarbell and Pat Simmons with Mr Guthrey teaching. This week they study special rules in multiplication to perform complex calculations mentally. Next week the class will focus on factoring products.
Seniors dedicate time to plan the annual yearbook including ads, photos, and various tasks. The Annual Planning Committee is listed with Editor Sharon Walter, Asst Editor Janet Harrington, Business Mgr Charles McAninch, Advertising Kenny Ellison.
Music Virginia Burger Athletics Jean Taylor Organizations Bennie Tarbell Class Activities Madge Lee Sponsor Mr Sheldon constitute the members of the Annual Staff and lead the individual Annual Planning Committees at the school.
The article previews the season with the November 1 game at Milton. The girls practice hard, run drills, and learn plays while the coach notes they are promising but not yet working at expected effort. Support the teams with strong backing on opening night.
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