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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1949
Page
4
Tonight on the home court the Melrose boys return a game and the Ottumwa Iowa Success girls visit for a matchup. Tuesday the same teams travel to Bussey for two more games.
Mrs. Fred Hammond hosted the monthly Women’s Society of World Service meeting. Mrs. Zell Gellen led the business session and lesson on We Press On in a Fellowship of Widening Horizons. Thank Offering boxes were blessed during consecration, with several members participating in the program.
Moravia high school teams beat Blakesburg Tuesday evening on the bone floor. Girls won 56 to 25 with Joan Callen sidelined by a bruised arm after an x-ray showed no fracture. Rick led scoring with 16 points, while Callen and Rose followed with 13 and 12. Boys edged Blakesburg 44 to 39 in a tight game. Moravia’s 16 players saw action as the girls led 10 to 4 after one quarter and 22 to 3 at halftime.
John T Card superintendent of Moravia Schools will speak at Union Thanksgiving services Wednesday evening November 23 at 7 30 p m at the Methodist church. Special music and community choir numbers planned.
About 800 people from Moravia and nearby attended Monroe county's annual Alfalfa banquet at Albia high school Tuesday evening. The event featured a full banquet, group singing led by Hugh Lundy, and prizes awarded by Harry Linn. T. J. Luse and Chas Bettis won top honors, Vergal Barnes placed fifth, with a lively program of music and humor.
The Junior class of the E U B church held a party at teacher Mrs M K Black’s home. Attendants included Mazine Firkins Judy Martin Larry Martin Larry Plannehecker Romald Van Zante Gary Charity Donnie Robinson Mary Ellen Condra Margaret Condra Donna Underwood Janie Sawyer Mardeena Hiatt Delores Hiatt Irene Tadrack and Jerry Luse, who could not attend. After games and social hour, refreshments were served by the hostess.
A surprise birthday party was held for Gwendolyn Underwood at the Clifford Stocker home on November 12 at 2:60 p.m. Guests included Chirlee Paxston, Letha L. Schaffner, Caryle Broshar, Phyllis Underwood, and many others from Moravia and Albia. Gifts, a mystery box guess, refreshments, and multiple attendees marked the celebration.
Dewitte Yenger acquired a $26 rebate in the Moravia Fire fund pact. Residual funds from Mouravia noted as residue pouth of Moravia in the report, with unclear phrasing and details.
Ezra M Coltrain, son of Lyndon and Mary Coltrain, was born April 6, 1873 and died November 7, 1949 at his Moravia area home. He leaves a wife, daughter Lucile West, son Kenneth, four grandsons, one brother Fred, and a wide circle of friends. Services were led by Rev. Roscoe Morrison, with songs by Ron Woodward, Virgil Dooley, and Charles Burton, and pallbearers Elmer Lockman et al.
Expressing gratitude for the help and kindness shown in their sorrow. Mrs Maude Coltrain Kenneth Coltrain and family Lucile West and family thank those who offered support and sympathy.
Mike Bowersox father of Mrs Max Hiner died at Ottumwa hospital from burns received in a Hedrick home fire that morning. A World War I veteran, he had been in poor health ten years. Funeral services were held in Hedrick with Moravia visitors including Mr and Mrs Bert Turner and Mr and Mrs Max Hiner. Survivors include his wife, a son Bob at home, and daughter Ruth of Moravia.
Approximately $700 was realized by the Methodist church in its God's Portion auction sale held last Wednesday afternoon. The coin, most of which was picked by the young people of the church sold for $138. A few cash contributions are still coming in on this program.
Mrs Leonard Palmer was hosted by the EPC club last Thursday afternoon November 10. Rell call was What I Like About Iowa with entertainment led by Mrs Albert Veuch. Mrs Paul Spencer won the mystery box. Delicious refreshments followed the pleasant gathering.
UWAKKY PEARSON thanks those who sent cards letters and other fimbrances during stay at Veterans hospital Des Moines. They were appreciated and helped shorten the stay.
Mr and Mrs Edward McLinnel Davenport announce the birth of Bruce Edward Wy Jr Mas McDatel as their child. Mr and Mrs White are listed in the notice as well, but details are unclear and partially garbled.
Grace Methodist Church Moravia Iowa led by Minister Waunelta McConnell invites all to 10:00 a.m. Sunday school 11:00 a.m. worship with guest Rev Lester Greenwood of Clarinda Iowa. Special numbers planned as men lead the service. Also Wesley Methodist Church notes no morning service. dedication at 2:15 p.m.
Regular weekly schedule includes Sunday school at 10:00 a.m. led by Mrs. F. A. Hahn, superintendent, Morning Worship at 11:00 a.m. Evening service at 7:40 p.m., N.Y.P. 8S and Juniors meet, and Thursday prayers meeting at 7:30 p.m. Pastor F. A. Hahn leads the church.
The Evangelical United Brethren Church invites attendance for Sunday School at 10 50 a m Worship at 6 30 p m Youth fellowship at 7 30 p m Preaching and prayer meeting Thursday Evening The note asks help to reach a Sunday School attendance goal stating two more are needed last Sunday
The Church of Christ announces its schedule with morning services at 10:00 and 11:00 including the Lord's Supper and preaching. Evening services at 7:50 and 8:00 follow. A Thanksgiving service is set for Wednesday night November 23 with aCROP donation drive asking corn or money from members and friends.
The Teonium Methodist Church urges those living on dirt roads affected by mud last Sunday to attend. Sunday school starts at 10 09 a.m. followed by church at 21 60 p.m. Sermon topic asks what it means to have faith in God.
Horace Schaffner holds a revival at the Church of Christ in Mokavia with daily services from September 1 through November 6. Billy Schaffner leads tonight’s service and a sermon titled Two Men and a Piece of Meat. Attendance prizes note several members earning pins under the Crown system.
Emma Wood aged 74 died Saturday evening November 12 at St. Joseph hospital Centerville after being moved from Ottumwa Rest Haven Home. Born May 28 1875 daughter of John and Julia Wood she lived near Mora until recent months. Survived by sister-in-law Iva Wood Winner SD nieces Marcia Scramm Frances Davis Marie Richey and others nephew John Wood half brother Aaron Wood and half sister Mary J Walker. Funeral at Moravia Methodist Church Rev Waunelta McConnell officiating burial in Moravia Cemetery.
Gratitude expressed for acts of sympathy from thoughtful friends. Mrs Wood and family acknowledge the kindnesses as meaningful during their time of bereavement.
J W Campbell 69 died Sunday November 13 at his CenterVille home from a heart attack after years of ill health. He worked for Milwaukee railroad in his youth and later at Hercules Manufacturing retiring in 1946 after 40 years with the firm. Surviving are his wife Mary a son Steve Ottumwa a daughter Juanita Lorraine Hammond Ind two grandsons Jack Wages Gary Campbell a brother Aaron Moravia and sister Nancy Temple Moravia. Funeral Tuesday at Miller funeral home Rev C E Francisco officiating burial Oakland cemetery.
Moravia Rebekah Lodge No. 404 met Monday evening in regular session. Charter was draped for the day in memory of Mrs Gunsie Merriam past president of Town. Officers and members named for the ceremony and future events with remarks on a reception for John R Wood Grand Warden at Albia. Refreshments during the social hour were served by local members.
Services for Cynthia Arnold Cleveland are set for Thursday at 2 PM at Turner Funeral home with Rev. F A Hahn officiating. She died Tuesday in Rock Island. Local relatives include brothers Lon and Bert Arnold. Burial will be in Moravia cemetery.
A large crowd attended the R. A. Faber & Sons Spotted Poland China sale at the Albis sales barn on Thursday night November 10. The 29 New Vigor boars averaged over 100 dollars each and the 25 New Vigor gilts averaged 66 dollars each. Erwin H. Zahn of Bellingham Minnesota bought the top boar for 440 dollars. Additional top prices went to Werner Bros Batesville Indiana for 225 dollars and Neihaus Bros Greene Iowa for 225 dollars. Multiple buyers hailed from Missouri Iowa and Nebraska with many purchases across towns including Ottumwa Albia Montezuma and many others. Moravia buyers listed among those purchasing included Argo brothers Lloyd MacDanel and several others.
The district introduced a new 36 passenger International school bus delivered by Veach Supplement company, replacing a 1940 purchase. The fleet includes seven drivers, two Fords, two Internationals, two Studebakers, and one Ward, with the new bus used on the Van Harold Hudgens route south of Zante. A Sew and So Rock party at the Hudgens home featured six rock tables, high scores by Ray McCloud, and a travel prize won by Paul Wilson, with guests Carl and Karen Woodward among attendees and a menu of sandwiches chips cake and toffee.
Members of the Twentieth Century Reading club gathered at 3 p.m. on a Tuesday for their regular Thanksgiving meeting with Mrs. W W Murdy. The roll asked Who Win Most Thankful For. Mrs. Murdy read the 65th and 119th Psalms and offered a prayer poem. Mrs Dunn Dodd gave an article on early observances of Thanksgiving. A letter from Mrs C Ro Cropper of Waterloo reported Mrs Chaga Jobanga, a member, had another stroke on Oct 13.
Work began on Iconilom Road resurfacing with crushed rock coat. The project aims to finish this week the meravieponium road resurfacing, following initial tucks and prep.
The second annual Firemen's Ball begins 7:30 PM Friday at Mora High School auditorium. Tickets available from firemen or at the door. program includes local talent and stage entertainment, with dancing after. Queen contest with four high school entrants, voting by ticket totals, proceeds to fund portable pump and equipment for the local fire department, goal about 500 dollars.
Twenty two women attended the November meeting of the American Legion auxiliary at the post home. Mrs. Garnet McDonough presided and a child welfare report was given by Miss Hazel Hellyer. District 5th leads in membership and the group discussed the Centerville county meeting held Oct 27. The rehabilitation committee report noted gifts for the hospital gift shop and plans for cookies and candy to be sent next month. The veterans birthday party is set for Nov 25 at the hospital. December meeting will be Dec 20 at Mrs John Veach with a 5c gift exchange. refreshments were served by several members during social hour.
A dedication service is set for Sunday afternoon November 20 at 2 15 in Wesley Chapel. Rev Lester Greenwood of Clarinda Iowa will give the address on rural churches of America as many volunteers note nine weeks of improvements and invite the community to attend and view the church.
Mrs. John Veteple Aaron Campbell and Mr and Mrs Fed Campbell attended the funeral of Jake Campbell the brother of Temple and Aaron Campbell who died unexpectedly Sunday noon at Centerville Tuesday afternoon at p m The service drew relatives including Mrs Lela Dew and son George of Gladbrook Mr and Mrs Ernest Temple of Naperville Lib Mrs Atthie Main of Albia and Mrs Edd Hillyard of Ottumwa
There will be a program and rybk supper at the promiso gboal Monday evening November 21 at 7:08 Mrs. Marvin Vanes, Teacher.
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