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Moravia Union

Location

Moravia, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1955

Page

4

Moravia and Moulton Split Cage Games

Moravia and Moulton split Friday night basketball with Moravia girls losing 64-53 and Moravia boys winning 60-47. Easter led Moravia with 22 points while Sharon Walker added 13. On the boys side Luse scored 21 for Moulton and Pfannebecker 13 for Moravia, as Moravia led throughout.

Moravia Moulton Thei Sharon Walker Rosaire Sneeden Nancy Vance Anderson Appler Easter Martin Witt Moulton Anderson Luse McCord Larry Pfannebecker Main Rose

Kingdom Builders Host Backward Party at Grace Methodist

The Kingdom Builders held a backward party Friday night at Grace Methodist social rooms with 44 in attendance. President Richard Bentzinger led the business meeting and Basil Tadlock directed devotions. Mr and Mrs Basil Tadlock and Mr and Mrs VanDerin organized the entertainment and refreshments serving pies, ice cream topped pumpkin pie and coffee.

Kingdom Builders Grace Methodist Church Richard Bentzinger Basil Tadlock Mre Basic Tadlock VanDerin

Mrs. Sam Hiner Dies at Hemmingsford Nebr

Mrs. Pearl Hiner learned of the death of Mrs. Sam Hiner a 72 year old former Darby Iowa resident who died November 8 at Hemmingsford Nebraska. She had been totally blind for ten years and none of the local relatives attended the funeral rites.

Pearl Hiner Sam Hiner Hemmingsford Nebraska Hiner Iva Glass Darby Iowa

Funior Garden Club Plans Christmas Party

The Blue Bird Garden club met Saturday afternoon at Dana Easter's home with 12 members present. They shared what they were thankful for. Mrs Ira Boyer taught conservation, Mary DuVall reported on Katy Dids, Rosetta Helmick spoke on oak trees. A Christmas exchange was drawn for at the next meeting hosted by Donna and Nancy Tomlin. Holiday Fair plans were discussed. Refreshments were served.

Blue Bird Garden Club Dana Easter Ira Boyer Mary DuVall Katy Dids Rosetta Helmick Donna Nancy Tomlin Heporter Jo DuVall

Meana Family Welcomes Susan Marie in Albia

Flight F PK Stork reports Mr and Mrs Leo Meana of Albia welcome a daughter Susan Marie born Nov 14 at Monroe County Hospital. Mrs Cecil Comstock is a sister, Mr Meana. Navyman and Mrs Gene Mains of Norfolk VA are the proud parents of Tina Marie born Nov 10. Mr and Mrs Erec Main grandparents, Mrs Helme Tisue great grandparent.

Leo Meana Albia Susan Marie Monroe County Hospital Cecil Comstock Meana. Navyman Gene Mains Norfolk Tina Marie Erec Main Helme Tisue

Selby Boy In Army Adress From Moulton Card

Mr and Mrs Milo Selby of Moulton announce their son Pvt Dewayne Selby US 55493095 B Ce 25th Reconnaissance Battalion 4th Armored Division currently serving at Camp Polk Louisiana His address listed in the Boys In Service column.

Milo Selby Mear Moulton Dewayne Camp Polk Louisiana Pvt Dewayne Selby Armored Division

Moravia Girls, Moravia Boys Triumph Over Mystic

Moravia defeated Mystic 56-50 in girls action with Easter scoring 29 and Sharon Walker 19. In the boys game Moravia won 71-40 led by McCord 25 and Pfanke Becker 22. Mystic’s Kruzich scored 29. Games next Friday with Bates. Thanksgiving break follows with no games Thursday and Friday.

William Carr Mystic Moravia Moravia Girls Easter Sharon Walker Martin Kruzich Carr McCord Larry Pfankebecker Lase Maln Hayes Tarbell McDanel Penis Bates Browns

Auxiliary Members Meet at Mrs Lathen Home

The American Legion Auxiliary gathered Tuesday evening at Mrs. Frank Lathen’s home with Mrs. Max McDonough presiding. Reports covered the Albia two county meeting, fundraising totals from a card party and Booster club, and a food sale planned for Nov. 19 to aid the Centerville retarded children school. Seven new members were added. program featured a Blue Book quiz. Refreshments included apple strudel, cheese crackers, and coffee.

American Legion Auxiliary Frank Lathen Max McDonough McDonough Bertha Brosher Gerald Morgan Leonard Palmer Albia Sup Glenwood School Rowena McFatridge Howard Smith Lester Brain Lester Saw Ver Rex Haver Roy Matherly

Library board reports new books for fabric

The library board met Saturday afternoon for the November meeting with Mrs. Larry Brooks presiding. Mrs. Maude Coltrain read the secretary’s report and Mrs. Charles Coffin delivered the librarian’s report. A new board member, Mrs. Almont Main, attended. Mrs. Brooks formed a committee of Mrs. Fred Tillmont and Mrs. Main to select and purchase new books. Traveling library books have been received for readers.

Larry Brooks Maude Coltrain Charles Coffin Almont Main

T. C. Club Meets With Mrs Frank Lathen

The T. C. Club gathered Thursday afternoon with Mrs. Frank Lathen hosting. Mrs. Lathen led the entertainment while prizes were won by Mrs. A. O. Main and Mrs. Bob Sloan, with a door prize awarded to Mrs. Harrid Hoffman. Refreshments included jellied tuna fish salad, ritz crackers, cupcakes, and coffee.

E. T. C. Club Frank Lathen

Card of Thanks for Hospital Visitors and Kindness

Sincere thanks to all for visits cards and flowers during my hospital stay. Your generosity and kindness are deeply appreciated and will be remembered.

Union Services At E U B Wednesday

Thanksgiving eve services at Evangelical United Brethren church on Wednesday November 23 begin at 7 30 PM Rev Lynn King delivers the address with special music by Nazarene church Community-wide invitation and annual sponsorship by local churches has drawn good turnout in recent years.

Union Evangelical United Brethren Church Lynn King The Nazarene Church

Taylor Aid Meets With Mrs Mihalovich

The Taylor Aid group met at Mrs. Mihalovich s home for their November 9 gathering. Residents and guests shared a cooperative noon dinner with Grace offered by Mrs. Lute Hiatt. Reports covered state Farm Bureau convention in Des Moines November 14 15 16 and Harvest Home dinner in Des Moines. Dues Pennies for Friendship and secret pal gifts noted. traveling bingo awarded prizes to several members. Next meeting is December 14 at Mrs. Merle Miller s home with a 50 cent gift exchange.

Taylor Aid Dan Mihatovich Lute Hiatt Grace Theo Miller Loyd Carter Jerry Pettbone Kenneth Condra John Peterson Ivan Harah Bert Meadows Don Pettibone Earl Rand Vicky Clair McDanel Barbara Mike Bill Long Dan Mihalovich Danny Paul Ann Timmy Wm. Baretich Rathbun State Farm Bureau Des Moines Saretich Mary Long Ivan Harsh Anna Hiatt Dorothy Boyer Merle Miller

Jay Argo Honored on 67th Birthday Surprise Dinner

A birthday gathering at the Jay Argo home honored Mr. Argo on his 67th birthday anniversary. Attendees included the Guy Argo, Roy Argo, Don Polson of Albia, Francis Miller of Newton, Francis Argo of Oskaloosa, Russell Argo of Centerville, and Charles Burnett of Ottumwa families, with a noon return from Iconium.

Jay Argo Mr. Argo Iconium Guy Argo Roy Argo Don Polson Albia Francis Miller Newton Francis Argo Oskaloosa Russell Argo Centervile Charles Burnett Ottumwa

Ira Robbin Hospital at Centerville

Mrs. Della Bivin visited the Ira Robbin home near Seymour for a few days while Mrs. Robb was at St. Josephs hospital in Centerville.

IRA Robbin Hospital Centerville Della Bivin Ira Robb Seymour Robb St. Josephs Hospital

Rainbow Girls Headed to Moulton on Monday

The Rainbow Girls will travel to Moulton Monday evening to perform their work for the Moulton Eastern Star chapter.

Rainbow Girls Moulton Navy Moulton Eastern Star Chapter

Frank Paxston Burials? Noted in Iowa City Visit

Mrs. Frank Paxston returned home Saturday after visiting Iowa City where she had been with Mr. Paxston who underwent major procedures.

Frank Paxston Burgery Iowa City Paxston

Minnes Returns Home From St Josephs Hospital

J D Minnes was brought to his Centerville home Friday after a three week medical stay at St Josephs hospital. Frank McCumber of Kansas City and other relatives were overnight guests of his uncle, Harry Minnes, and Mrs. Eelene Friday.

J. D. Minnes St. Josephs Hospital Centerville Frank McCumber Kansas City Harry Eelene Troy | Gatel Ottumwa Carl Glick Hedzicls

Caurcues Church of the Nazarene Thanksgiving Rally Day

The Caurcues Church of the Nazarene led by Pastor Donald K R Thurman invites all to Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. with a Thanksgiving Rally Day theme. Worship follows at 11:00 a.m. and 7:40 p.m. Evangelistic service. Junior meeting at 6:45 p.m. in the basement, adults in the sanctuary. Prayer meeting and board meeting Wednesday 7:30 p.m. and Prayer and Fasting Friday 7:30 p.m.

Church of the Nazarene Donald KR. Thurman Frank Woodward

Grace Methodist Church Sunday schedule and events

Grace Methodist Church lists Sunday activities including Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Youth Fellowship at 6:30 p.m. Evangelistic service at 7:30 p.m. A teachers training session is set for Monday at 7:30 p.m. and a united Thanksgiving service is planned at the E U B church.

Grace Methodist Church Mra Bari Nutfle Fan Teumy Ue Perecuae Mra. Milller Por C.E E. U.B. Church

Evangelical United Brethren Church Events Listed

The Evangelical United Brethren Church announces a busy week with Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship at 10:55 a.m. and various youth and fellowship meetings led by local organizers. A district convention is scheduled for Monday Nov 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rev Hough will speak and show missionary pictures at the Evening Missionary Service. Union Thanksgiving service is planned for Wednesday Nov 21 at 7:30 p.m. at the church.

Evangelical United Brethren Church Lynng. King Bart Boyer Ronald Lee VanZante Rice Mason Cless Rome J. T. VanDorin W.s.ws Hough Youth Fellowship Party U. B

First Chelation Church Sunday Schedule

The First Chelation Church lists 10 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Communion and sermon and 7 30 p m Bible study led by Mrs Marshall Perry focusing on Rev 17th Chapter.

Marshall Perry

Fairview Grace Methodist Church Sunday Schedule

Fairview Grace Methodist Church presents Sunday School at 9:00 a.m. Worship at 9:40 a.m. Evening Service at 7:30 p.m. A gospel team from C. E. I. College leads the 7:30 p.m. service. Rev. Blackstone and Mr. Kermit Gladfelder, Sunday School Superintendent, are listed in church notices.

Fairview Grace Methodist Church Blackstone Kermit Gladfelder C. E. I. College

Moravia Rebekah Lodge Plans Donation to Retarded Children Fund

The Moravia Rebekah lodge approved donating to a retarded children program after reading two petitions for membership. The meeting elected Lula Tillmont as ca and set Nov 28 for the next session. Social hour featured pumpkin pie and whipped cream served by Mrs Schrodt and Mrs Hoffman.

Moravia Rebekah Lodge Lula Tillmont Centerville Wulfred Schrodt Verta Hoffman Doris Boblenz Effie Gollaher

Lilacs Bring Fresh Bouquet To Union Office

Mrs. Ruby Andrews delivered a fresh lilac bouquet to the Union office last week from Mora via the east part, a rare winter gesture as freezing temperatures persist.

Union Ruby Andrews Moravia

Moravia Adult Evening School Banquet Thursday

The Moravia adult evening school will hold a potluck supper at 6:30 p.m. and meet at 8:00 p.m. After the potluck, awards and prizes will be announced. Prof. Hughes of the Iowa State College department of agriculture will present a slide show titled Iowa, the Beautiful.

Moravia Hughes Department of Agroomy Iowa State College Iowa, the Beautiful Iowa

U B Family Night Cooperative Supperevent at church

The November Evangelical United Brethren church night featured a cooperative supper led by Mary Jo Faber. The program included hymns by Donna McGrighy and Linda Davin, a humorous reading, a vocal solo by Bobby Faber, scripture by Mia J T VanDorin, a skit Too Tired to Move, and a vocal duet Nancy Faber Jean Hawk. Rev. Lynn King gave benediction.

Evangelical United Brethren Church Mary Jo Faber Mary Jo Donna McGrighy Linda Davin Theo Miller Bobby Faber Mia J.T. VanDorin Jeannie Hawk Nancy Jean Jay Taylor Nancy Faber Jean Hawk Lynn King Bertha Coulson J. T. VanDorin Carl Tisue Ira Boyer Proam Harold Hawk Ralph Davis

Women’s Society Meet: Thank Offering and Indian Christmas

The Women’s Society of World Service met Friday at Mrs. Almont Main’s home for a thank offering study honoring the Indian American. Twenty four attended with guests as plans were finalized for the Albia district meeting on Nov. 21 at the local church.

Women's Society of World Service Almont Main Ted Campbell Maude Coltrain Fred Hammond Harry DuVall Eel Coulson Emery Hiatt Tra’ Boyer E. G. Hawk Lynn King Harold Mason Wendell Burdy Charles Coffin

Twentieth Century Club Holds Meeting with Mrs Campbell

The Twentieth Century club met Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. T. E. Campbell. The recall was responded to with a Thanksgiving quotation. Letters were read from former member Mrs. T. R. Gardner of Yakima Washington. Melissa Felton gave an engaging travelogue on her Yellowstone Park trip. Wilbur Miller attended as a guest.

Twentieth Century Club T. E. Campbell T. R. Gardner Yakima, Wash Melissa Felton Yellowstone Park Wilbur Miller

Monroe 4-H enrollment drive aims at 450 members

Monroe county plans a November December enrollment drive to boost 4-H memberships with over 400 already in the program. Clarence E. Babcock, the county extension director, says Iowa 4-H clubs seek 50 000 members nationwide and Monroe’s effort will play a key role. The county marks the 34th anniversary of 4-H in Monroe.

Monroe County Iowa Clarence E. Babcock

Butternut Coffee Strips Collected for State Christmas Aid

The American Legion Auxiliary asks that Butternut coffee strips be left at Burton Grocery for distribution to children in homes across the state. Collectors will assemble items and send them as Christmas aid, with a deadline of December 8.

Burton American Legion Aumiliary

Education Association to Meet at Moulton

The Appanoose County Education Association will meet in Moulton on Monday November 28 at 7 30 p m The Moravia teachers Clarence Sheldon and Robert Sloan will represent their delegates The meeting is open to every teacher and others are encouraged to attend

Appanoose County Edication Association Moulton Moravia Clarence Sheldon Robert Sloan Itil

Fred H Buckmaster Dies at 91 in Altia Iowa

Fred H Buckmaster, son of Ebenezer and Emma, born November 4, 1867 in Unionville Iowa, died November 11 1958 at Monroe County Hospital Altia after ten days illness. Funeral November 13 at Turner Funeral Home with Rev John Grenfell. burial at Hillcrest Cemetery. Survived by his wife two sons two stepdaughters thirteen grandchildren and several great grandchildren plus two sisters. Preceded by his parents one sister and son Maudie.

Fred H. Buckmaster Ebenezer Emma Stanley Buckmaster Unionville Iowa Monroe County Hospital Altia Turner Funeral Home John Grenfell Paterna Hillcrest Cemetery Moravia Sadie Louisa Hobart Cuddy Carl Garnet Brain Gretchen Ashby Jegale Johnson Albia Nellie Brice Cumming Georgia Slater Maudie Fred Gretchen Ashbj Nis

Thanks for support during bereavement from Buckmaster families

The Buckmaster family expresses sincere thanks to friends and relatives for kindness during their recent bereavement and for the flowers. Sadie Buckmaster Garnet Gretchen and families.

Sadie Buckmaster Garnet Gretchen

Good Neighbor Deed At Sufficool Home

Neighbors and friends of Glen and Orrie Sufficool gathered Friday to harvest corn. Orrie injured Monday November 7 when his arm was caught in a corn picker. He was treated at St Josephs Hospital. doctors say the hand should remain usable despite serious injuries.

Glen Orrie Erib St. Josephs Hospital

Corn Harvest Thanks From Glen and Orrie Sufficoo

The Sufficoo family thanks neighbors who helped pick and crib corn on Friday and lent corn pickers. Gratitude is extended for the community's support and cooperative effort.

Glen Orrie

Missionary Groups At Turner s and Hughes

The Grace Methodist junior missionary group met after school with Cheryl Hughes for an Indian American story from The Grey Eyes Family. Leaders are Mrs. Bert Turner and Mrs. James Wilson. Sixteen members attended with ice cream cookies and orange drink.

Grace Methodist Church Cheryl Hughes Grey Eyes Bert Turner James Wilson Miss Hughes

Visitors join Ira Boyer family gathering

Mrs Hattie Wilson and Mr and Mrs Frank Wiles with their son Floyd, and Helen and Bonnie Ludwick of Esribam spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Ira Boyer.

Ira Boyer Hattie Wilson Frank Wiles Floyd Helen Bonnie Ludwick Esribam

Free Turkeys Here Saturday

Six turkeys will be available for free to six Moravia residents on Saturday at 3:00 from the Moravia community building. No special registration this year. those not registered should sign at Veach drug store to be eligible for future drawings on the next three Saturdays before Christmas.

Moravia Veach

Regular Booster Club Meeting Held Thursday

Regular booster club met at the Legion home with 35 members and wives present for a chicken dinner. Ministers were made honorary members with no charges for refreshments. Committees were named to install street lights, buy folding chairs and a heater, and fund a Christmas show and turkey drawings before Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Booster Club Legion Home Legion Auxiary Max Hiner Southeastern States Albert Veach Dwaine Veach Yellowstone Park Bert Turner Maurice Walter Harold Burton Morayis

Pink and Blue Shower for Mrs G Robinson

Twenty five women attended a pink and blue shower for Mrs George Robinson hosted by Mrs E Albertson Mrs Bill Robinson and Miss Lois Hiatt. Guests played pencil games and gifts were opened followed by fruit salad angel food cake huts mints and coffee. The pink and blue theme appeared in decorations and favors. Several sent gifts but could not attend.

George Robinson E. Albertson Bill Robinson Lois Hiatt Alvan Vanvin Johnny Whicker Marion Consra Marvin Gardner Glen van Dorin

Roger Robinson Breaks Ankle in Restaurant Fall

Roger Robinson son of Mr and Mrs George Robinson fell down stairs at the restaurant apartment Wednesday evening breaking a bone in his right ankle. He was taken to Smith hospital at Albia where the ankle was casted and he was able to return home Thursday to recuperate.

Roger Robinson George Robinson Smith Hospital Albia

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Nebr Funior Garden Club Numa Werary Board Fablic T. C E.U.B Mihalovich Minnes Tay Caurcues Bebemahs Women's Society Mrs. A. 0 20Th Century Campbell ENEO Monroe Fred Buckmaster Turner Nancy Turner Penn G. Robinson
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