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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1957
Page
2
An old item lists sewing supplies including flannel and quilting cotton at SWAIMS. It also advertises livestock services with contact names Verl Perkins at Center ville and A B S artificial insemination service offered by Roy Stone in Centerville with phone numbers 402 Black 678 and 2727 57.
In memory of our dear husband and father LeRoy F Purvis who died nine years ago on October 11 194%. His wife Essie and children Floyd Ferrell Forest Frances Freeman and Florene and families miss him at home.
In loving memory of our dear wife and mother Hazel Van Dorin who passed away one year ago today A precious one from us has gone A voice we loved is still A chair is vacant in our homes which never can be filled W H Van Dorin and children
State treasurer I H G Hargis certifies on December 6 1954 at the December sale the parcel in Appanoose County was sold to Krank Swaim for back taxes 1952 1953 with full payment made. earlier owners Lula J Burtram and Cummins S 40 Lot 4 Block are referenced. document bears official date and signature of treasurer.
Local band members were treated to a picnic supper after marching practice in homemaking rooms. Later they and guests attended a skating party at the skating rink. Committee in charge included Mrs. Kenneth OConner, Mrs. Ron Woodward, Mrs. Ivan Harsh, Mrs. Carl Van Zante, and Mrs. Harold Burton. Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Callen and Mrs. Fern Callen visited relatives in Iron Wood Michigan on Wednesday.
Mrs. Ashia Riggs of Fairfield visits at Harry Wilkinson home. A baby girl named Letha Sue Dix born to Mr. and Mrs. Gene Dix. Several relatives attend dinners and birthdays across Udell, Centerville, and Manchester. Josie Stuckey returns home after months in New York and New Hampshire. The Brethren church Women’s Missionary Group held a postponed September meeting with lessons on growth and future themes.
The group discussed old and new business and plans with a Thursday visit to the annex for clothing packing for a Kentucky Mission field. Yearbooks will be started and presented at the next meeting. Mrs. Spring hosted with Carol and Jean, serving nut bread sandwiches salad coffee nuts and mints to twelve members. October meeting set with Mrs Jean Spring as hostess and Zola Saum as lesson leader on October 27. Mr and Mrs Lester Murdy returned from Manchester Monday. Joe Yeager remains in hospital but improving. W E Repp of Albia suffered a stroke and is in Albia hospital. Dewey Houser and daughter in Udell have cared for him, with his condition weakening, age about 85.
A church junior and primary group event was held at Wesley M. Y. F. on Wednesday evening. The junior group entertained the primary group, with plans noted for the upcoming Wesley W. S. C. S. meeting at Mrs. Mary Meadows’ home. Numerous local families attended various gatherings and visits across town and nearby ranches, including birthday observances and travel to events in Oskaloosa and Des Moines.
Mr and Mrs Meat Dirks spent Tuesday evening at Earl Swifts. Dorothy Pickerail visited relatives in Ottumwa Thursday. Mr and Mrs Duane Wilson and Mark were at Earl Swifts Sunday. Mr and Mrs Glenn Turner called on Blanche Argo Sunday. Mr and Mrs Clair Long and Jeffrey were Sunday visitors at Clyde Sheldon. Ben Pickerell hosted Friday evening visitors.
Calendar of events lists F B LA meeting in 6th period on October 9 and F F A Hayride at 7 30 p m on October 11. October 12 brings State Marching Band Contest, October 14 National F F A Convention, October 16 individual pictures at 9 am, and October 18 junior class play with FFA meeting in 5th period.
The MHS student body selected seven applicants for cheerleading after tryouts, naming Shirley Walter Donna Cochran Mary Ellen Condra and Rita Gardner as the squad. They are practicing their yells and will wear new suits before the basketball season begins as supporters are urged to stand behind them.
The piece warns about laziness and calls on students at MHS to use their twenty four hours wisely. It highlights teachers reminders and the importance of improving grades as grades are used in job applications.
Mr and Mrs Emmett Derby and family spent Saturday night and Sunday at Larry Derby s home in Keota. Mr and Mrs Leo Beaty from Ottumwa and Mrs Dale Beaty and Donnie from Des Moines joined supper at the Earl Swift home Friday evening. Thelong and Jeffrey Long spent.
In Centerville gossip stirs with Lovilla rumors and Wolf whistles as Moravia girls face fish bait in car seats. Donna Cochran recalls a pose, while freshmen at MHS prepare for a season starting in November. Alumni game hoped beforehand.
The coach faces a tough selection with many standout candidates for the first 12. Opening rules will guide the season as players practice formations free throws and ball handling. Emphasis on accurate passing zoning defense and warm up drills with height aiding rebounds and several players as accurate shooters.
The American Weekly reports on Queen Elizabeth II preparing for her state visit to the United States. Elaborate arrangements include royal entourage, security measures, official timetable, and ceremonial protocols to ensure smooth diplomacy and public engagement during the Chicago American edition’s Sunday feature.
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