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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1962
Page
5
The M H S Scribbler lists Rosemary Phillips as editor and Linda Davis as assistant editor, with seniors, juniors, sophomores, and freshmen named. It includes brief notes on creativity companionship belonging service and security as core human needs driving work and progress.
Editorial argues cheating persists across generations from Butler’s era to the present. It cites factors like pressure, low self confidence, and near copyable exams. It asserts true achievement comes from personal effort and accurate scoring reflects individual knowledge.
In Mr Sheldon’s senior sociology class the topic is why people strive to get ahead in their jobs. The discussion covers motivations, barriers, and personal goals influencing career progression.
Literature IIi covers sacrifice for beliefs and unity among groups in America. A multiple-choice test from the textbook publisher follows an essay tradition by Mr Starchevich. Students with at least a B average must submit a book review on The House of the Seven Gables or Hawthorne novels, graded as a unit test.
The senior class had photos taken November 1 and 2 in Oskaloosa at Sybenga's studio over two days due to many students. Twenty six were photographed on Thursday and twenty five on Friday. proofs arrive this week with hopes for Christmas completion.
Joyann Vincent praised the installation as very nice and Linda Gardner called the meeting a success. Jolene Van Dorin enjoyed meeting the girls and the songs, while Joyce Roberts appreciated the installation and wished for a drink. Marie Van Dorin and Jeanne Turner also found the event nice with positive remarks on the installation.
A local feature highlights Jim Ellison born July 16 1945 in Centerville Iowa as Teen of the Month. He stands 5 ft 9 in 151 lbs with brown eyes and brown hair. Ellison pursues bookkeeping sociology government and office practice while playing basketball and baseball.
Students from 7th grade to high school heard Hookunes Pudiate, a missionary from Hiland India, relate his upbringing and the hardships in India to obtain basic needs. The assembly left readers feeling thankful for life in America.
In geometry we study parallel lines and their angles. We learn theorems and corollaries to solve problems. Each day a student presents a theorem with given, what to prove, and a proof. Some exercises are hard, but we work through them in class to stay guided.
Moravia grade school lists its cooks all being parents themselves, citing experience and child friendly menus. Mrs Lois Mason, mother of one, attended Moravia Public School and works as a cook. Mrs Myrtle Harrington, mother of four, studied at Davis County School. Mrs Alice Woodward, mother of six, attended Grand Meadow School in Washta Iowa.
Pierson Iowa grateful to three helpers who made the school year enjoyable. The message notes appreciation for their support during the year.
In Home Ec II students studied what makes a living room livable with guest panelists Mr Horridge Mr Tuttle Alta Johnson and Lita Judge. They learned arrangement emphasis harmony balance proportion color furniture background storage and accessories and created living room profiles following the rules. The unit aims to help students improve living rooms for families with next sewing unit on wool skirts.
A list of school and community activities from November to December including play dates, open houses, workshops, band display, board conventions, basketball games, and Thanksgiving vacation notices. Highlights include senior class plays, American Education Week events, school open houses, and school club meetings.
A jumbled reader’s list names multiple songs and artists in a single line fragment. It reads like a catalog of tunes such as Sonny Hawk Follow That Dream Betty Blumer Linda Underwood Patches Blaine Harrington He Thinks So Care Paula Cleaver Warmed Over Kisses Left Over Love Sandy Fenton Monster Mash Linda Judge He’s a Rebel Pam Morrison I’m So Close to Cathy Linda Johnson Bobby’s Girl Kenny Hertford The Wild One Barbara Darby Till Death Do Us Part Lila Swift 409 Rowena Cox Don’t You Believe It Rose Blumer He’s a Rebel.
Snippet shows Becky Wilson added to a steady list amid chatter about a ring and weekend surprises. Readers note others returning to school with new rings and questions about Monday morning changes. The exchange mentions Connie B and Donna T and hints at English II class awareness.
In a Sybenga's gym setting on Thursday a tense remark about a punching bag appears amid chatter. Becky Wilson is celebrated for being elected FFA queen for the 1962-63 year and named this Chapter's Sweetheart with good wishes for a successful year.
In typing class students practice individual keys and short words before moving to sentences and paragraphs. Timed writings lasting one to three minutes count words minus ten per error, teaching accuracy. Mr Sallade assigns daily copy to type and monitors posture, with foot placement emphasized. Students recently worked with numbers and symbols and practice personal and later business letters.
A student reflection on physical training describes lined up drills and endurance focused exercises. It lists sets work like push ups knee bends jumping jacks and related activities as essential for lasting through the period.
The coach records student scores across games including basketball to grade progress. All students must take physical education, with doctor orders as the sole excuse. Many students now attend physical training in boys and girls athletics, a harder program for students.
The band has spent weeks sight reading songs sent on approval and will buy favored pieces. Mr Burghoffer chose selections to work up for a December concert and for next spring’s contest. The pep band is preparing for basketball games and has fewer members to improve away-game attendance.
The note lists social events and personal details from students: a Junior Class party, a FFA Halloween dance, and various small updates. It mentions Linda Hopkins glasses Jo DuVall hair growth and other personal traits, birthdays, nickname for Elaine Harrington, and a Centerville Jr College visit.
Karol Helmick received a birthday watch. Mr. Armstrong runs 6th period study hall. Detention time shifted to after school from noon. The Rainbow hosts a dance on December 22. Barbara L. enjoys chatting.
In World History the Romans impressed the world with building and governing a vast empire. Rome bound the empire by extensive roads and sea routes, with soldiers from various provinces linking distant regions.
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