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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1962
Page
5
A fragment lists Rosembary Philips as assistant editor and a long roster of seniors juniors sophomores and freshmen with first names and initials. It closes with a grateful school prayer thanking God for the year and freedom, mentioning America and the Lang of the Free.
The earliest harvest Thanksgiving was held by the Pilgrims at Plymouth Colony in 1621 and reappeared in New England as a festival of thanks. The text notes Thanksgiving as a day of prayers and feasting and mentions celebrating with relatives and renewing acquaintances while recalling the main purpose of the holiday.
English class notes describe freshmen learning adjectives and adverbs while Freistier spelling lessons proceed. The class, about twenty two students per section, meets in two periods under teacher Mr Holtz.
Audience comments praise the senior class play for strong character portrayals and varied appeal. Several observers call it very good or best yet, noting especially the final act and overall originality, though one listener had difficulty hearing portions.
A jumbled list of classroom gossip and student exchanges among Sandra, Linda, Faith, Barb, Kenny, Jo, Max, Janice, Sondra, Connie, and others. Questions about math class, friendships, rings, and a play are mixed with remarks on behavior, absences, and spelling memory slips.
The Student Council discussed where to hold the Homecoming Dance and voted to use the old gym. They cited easier decoration and more comfortable dancing with shoes instead of stocking feet and noted a goal to boost revenue with apple sales at the first home game.
A Thespians meeting on Thursday November 15 presided by Jim Smith elected four officers: President Jay Taylor Vice president Rosemary Phillips Secretary LaNita Swift and Treasurer Gary Woodward. The treasury stood about 78 dollars. A future all school play and a revised points system to qualify for senior students were discussed.
The fall brings a National Defense Education Act funded projector the MDIE.A. that reads film automatically needs no trained operator and mounts on classroom tracks. A 1962 class composite system will standardize size. seniors received photos by agreement with the photographer. A cork office bulletin board for teachers and a red jeep from FLFA with hydraulic lift aid equipment hauling and snow removal, shared with FFA.
The piece reflects on the Bible verse about righteousness bringing peace and quiet, urging prayers for peace on earth. It emphasizes that such prayers strengthen confidence and security in a righteous cause amid troubled times.
Moravia girls choir starts work on holiday tunes for a Christmas concert. They rehearse three days weekly and soloists receive music to study. Robe rental of 2 50 per person helps cover robes owned by Moravia school. Spring music follows with ample practice under Mrs Burghoffer.
On Tuesday November 6 the student council met with Mr Guthrey for the second meeting of the year. The main issue was selecting Homecoming date with January 11 or November 30. November 30 with Russell won by a large majority. Jim Smith appointed four committees to handle decorations, homecoming decor, advertising, and fundraising ideas. Rosemary Phillips was chosen to write alumni appeal articles for the paper. The meeting ended after sixth period.
The piece defines communism as common ownership of production and equal shares, contrasts it with Russia’s socialist system, and argues it appeals to vulnerable people. It warns anti communist education and challenge to communist claims as the best defense, citing Mussolini Hitler Lenin. The notice ends with a sale of white table paper from UNION Office.
The regular F H A meeting on November 14 under president Linda Gardner welcomed 60 members. Freshmen girls were introduced, reports were heard, and an evaluation form was distributed for next year’s Moravia district meeting. The group discussed education, a candy sale, and a skit about finishing school, with surveys on dropouts presented by several members.
A local page features a mosaic of songs and performers from students and teachers. Names include Linda Underwood, DeWayne Robinson, Becky Wilson, Linda Davis, Jimmie Logan, Nancy Moseley, Pat Blumer, Diane Kincade, Peggy Rogers, and Bob Rogers alongside groups and acts such as Monster Mash and Swinging Safari. The list mixes pop tunes, school acts, and cheerleader mentions, reflecting a vibrant student entertainment scene.
Balchwood 577 features Connie Wal and Paula Clever Alley with Charley VanZante and Jim Morrison in A Wonderful Dream. No Home work and Somger Weekends supply the dance as Homecoming events unfold.
The piece notes rising school enrollment nationwide due to population growth and cites about one million additional students per year since 1917. It reports operating costs at 3.131 billion dollars annually funded by taxes and federal aid, and mentions over 30 million adults enrolled in educational programs.
Students in a physics lab tackled monster level challenges, highlighting how Archimedes principles apply to buoyancy. The activity tied to hands on inquiry, linking fun themes with practical science concepts.
Students perform a basic physics lab on Hooke’s law measuring stretch of springs. They compare extensions to applied forces, record center of mass shifts, and report that results are satisfactory. The study notes that not all labs go perfectly and that further proof may be required.
Variety of rain pastel colored napkins offered by Union Office for printing or plain use. Includes shows or anniversaries and weddings with gilt boxed presentation.
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