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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1937
Page
5
Thanksgiving preparations and reflections fill Moravia window displays. Jim Broshar leaves business associates era. well wishes for his family. A New London Journal clipping recounts county foreman billing issues and public safeguards. Armistice Day attendance criticized. local corn yields and prize ears noted. weather remark and community anecdotes finish.
The Moravia Odd Fellows lodge conferred the second degree with aid from Moulton lodge members on Tuesday evening. After the degree work, a oyster supper was served by Wiechsused 4 and Mes ALG. Brother and children were mentioned.
The Red Cross chairman reports a splendid response to the Roll Call campaign started last Thursday. Many joined at $1.00 and others contributed varying amounts. The drive continues until Thanksgiving. Those who have not yet participated are urged to do so. Mrs. D. K. Orelup, President.
Mayor P K Horner requests the return of a park chain taken at Hallowe en time. He urges the responsible party to return it at once to avoid trouble and assure the town’s peace.
Mrs. Carl Coffin, superintendent, hosted a cradle roll gathering at her home on Thursday afternoon November 11 from 2 to 4. Mothers and babies attended with a program including songs, scripture reading, talks by mothers, a tribute to the babies, and a letter from a former superintendent. Attendees included Joe Coltrain, Connie Paris, and Lenora Paris, with refreshments and favors for the infants.
Union Thanksgiving services will be held at United Brothers Church next Sunday at 7 30 PM A minister from the Church of Christ will give the address and there will be special music.
Information received that Donald Kaster will leave Camp Berry Great Lakes station Chicago on Wednesday Nov 17 for Birmingham Washington where he will be stationed on the U S S Northampton Cruiser a flagship He was delayed from leaving earlier due to two weeks in the hospital and tonsil removal treatment
Thanksgiving menu lists roast turkey baked chicken mashed potatoes dressing glazed sweet potatoes baked beans gravy cranberry sauce beet salad celery pickles and whipped cream. Mince and pumpkin pies. children and adults will be served.
The report details WPA NPA and COU era work projects funded by public funds. It lists personnel involved and notes progress across multiple sites, emphasizing oversight and accountability.
Armistice Day was observed in Moravia last Thursday at the school building with a patriotic program. The crowd included all the children as Rev. Chas L. Ellis gave the morning address urging a return to true Christianity to cure governmental ills and avoid war. The program featured school band selections, a boys glee club song, invocation by Rev. T J Zike, a 30 second World War memory moment, and Fred Hammond of the Basil Cowell Post American Legion presiding.
Blanks were distributed Tuesday by Postmaster J. D. Minnes for the federal unemployment census conducted nationwide this week. The guide cites questions on purpose, who should fill cards, confidentiality, and deadlines, with cards delivered November 16 and due by midnight November 20.
Mrs. F. A. Reich and D. F. Bishop report Moravia union classified ads pay for themselves many times over. Reich sold most of her surplus items quickly and could have sold several iron kettles. Bishop rented his house immediately and still received rental inquiries. A few cents per line proves worthwhile.
Guy Hawk of Delta Colorado reports a big fishing trip with Hobbs and his daughter to Mesa lakes. He details nine bucks and three elk found by his party, incl a large 8 point elk and a 7 pointer with 33 inch spread. The Delta News clipping notes prize gear, resettlement activity nearby, and storm delays on their two day trek back.
A Maple Grove school program and candy supper are planned for Hriday evening November 14 at Maple Grove. Glee Cullen, teacher, notes the event and invites the community to attend.
A program will be held at New Hope School on Wednesday evening November 2 at 7 o clock. Margaret Hiatt, teacher, will present views and lead a supper. All are welcome. Ladies are asked to bring a plate to share and a small contribution.
A. G. Sim Broshar departs Moravia for Waterloo Iowa where he has accepted a post with the Town Public Service company. The move comes on short notice and his family may not relocate immediately. Jim Broshar longtime Moravia resident and former six year Moravia board of education member also served as town clerk and Legion Post commander.
Miss Marguerite Hagen, daughter of Mr and Mrs Philip J Hagen, marries Dr C N Slavin of Tipton in a Grinnell Congregational Church ceremony officiated by Rev Robert Inglis before 76 relatives. The bridal party includes maid of honor Lorraine Hagen and best man Dr Atwood Brock. A luncheon followed at Eichhorn Tea Room.
Raymond Mercola, youngest Byrd expedition member, visited Moravia and spoke to a school assembly about Byrd’s first Antarctic trip. After the lecture, students from grades one through twelve asked questions during the period.
Miller Baptist Ladies Aid members and their husbands, about 20 people, went to the W N Miller farm Tuesday and husked around 300 bushels of corn. Two months earlier Mr Miller was injured and could not work the field. He offered the task to the Ladies Aid at Seper bushel. A cooperative dinner was served and the aid members who remained at home quilted.
Caurcues Bible School led by Irene Main at 106 a m with communion at 10 46 a m. A business meeting follows at 11 a m. Union Thanksgiving services planned at United Brethren church at 7 30 p m. Ladies Aid meets at the church on Wednesday.
United Brethren Sunday School at 10 a.m. supervised by M. K. Blackman. Worship at 11 a.m. Junior C. EB. at 2:30 p.m. U.P.C. E. U. at 6:30 p.m. Prayer service Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Woman's Aid meets with Mrs. Hoskins Wednesday afternoon. Union Thanksgiving service Sunday evening. Christian Church pastor will be the speaker. You are cordially invited to attend.
The Church of Christ announces Bible classes Thursday evening and each Lord's Day morning and evening. Last Sunday evening taught that entry to Heaven requires a wedding garment. Next Sunday evening will explain what the garment is and who furnishes it. All interested are urged to attend. W G Lagle, Minister.
Moravia Methodist Episcopal Church held Sunday School at 10 a m and Morning Worship at 11 a m with Epworth League at 6 30 p m and preaching at 7 30 p m The Wesley Chapel offered Morning Worship at 9 40 a m Sunday School at 10 30 a m The Wesley Chapel meetings closed last Sunday night with good attendance There will be union Thanksgiving services at United Brethren church next Sunday evening No preaching at the Methodist church An official board meeting at Moravia church will be held next Friday at 7 30 p m All members urged to attend for important business CHAS L ELLIS Pastor
The feontum Circuit holds the first quarterly conference next Sunday at 3 PM with Dr. Boeye presiding. He will reach Parview Sunday morning and announce an old-fashioned get-together where each family brings a basket. The dinner will be served in the church basement. all three churches of the Indian Circuit are urged to attend.
The 1937 38 basketball season will begin next Tuesday with a doubleheader as the Numa boys and girls visit Mo ravia gym. Numa teams are in good form and have won both games so far. Local wearers show promise as the opener nears. the Udell scrimmage revealed rough spots to iron out. Coaches Crocker and Wheeler lead seven boys lettermen and a competitive girls squad with several hopefuls vying for first team spots.
A family gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Firkins last Sunday proved to be enjoyable. Attendees included nieces and nephews Merle Williams Rose Martin Clarence Martin of Hamilton Ralph Martin of Ames and their children Cora Mary George Jake Rex and the Blumenstock family plus Mrs Geo. Firkins C. H. Wallis and Guy Gordon. Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Wallis left Monday for Oklahoma to visit his mother before continuing to El Paso Texas.
Mr and Mrs Earl Main and daughter Wanda of Knoxville along with Mr and Mrs Jess Gladfelder Mr and Mrs Kenneth Gladfelder and sons Mr and Mrs Lew Main and Mr and Mrs Wash Kincade attended a Sunday gathering at the Lyman Main home honoring the couple's 60th wedding anniversary.
Antiquity Lodge No 252 A F and A M held a special meeting Monday evening to confer two second degrees for candidates Cloyd Pester and John Dille. Refreshments followed the work.
The Jocy Legion Post plans another pitch party for men at the Post Home next Monday evening. All men are invited.
Regular meeting of the Rebekah Lodge announced for Monday night. Attendees urged to bring a covered dish and listen to the district delegate report presented by the Noble Grand.
The menu lists fried chicken with gravy, mashed potatoes, beet potatoes, parsnips, pickles, bread, butter, hoot biscuits, and coffee. It presents a simple, home style supper plan featuring classic comfort dishes.
Members of the Appatuose County Legion Urgenization gathered in Moca Tuesday evening for a meeting chaired by Bevert Slumbers of Lue Moravia Legion Fest to discuss organizational matters.
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