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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1974
Page
1
A proposed Lotvery Construction project for a lodge at Lake Rathbun aims to offer public accommodations and potential convention center facilities, signaling a broader recreational development in the area. The plan evaluates community impact, funding, and long term use.
Iowa Conservation Commission approved negotiated prices for 335 acres at Lake Rathbun with total costs around 778000 and an average 2322 per acre. Legislation earlier funded 1 million for land purchase while Army Corps earlier paid far less per acre for reservoir sites.
Moravia Mohawk football stunned Lamont 7-6 after a fumble miscue in the third quarter and a 2-yard scoring run by Ed Simpson to start the final period. Jeff C. McDanel added the winning point as Lamont rarely threatened again.
New Moravia High School homeec teacher Mrs Fick from Ames shares why she prefers small towns for teaching, expects a Sadie Hawkins dance with a band, and notes Moravia’s people and school spirit. She has son Mark, a senior, and daughter Mary, a freshman, and enjoys sports.
Four Vocational Agriculture classes attended the Farm Progress Show near Fort Dodge held Oct 1–3. About 800 acres of crops were harvested and handled by around 200 machines, described by Mr. Carter as the Cadillac of all farm shows.
In Eddyville on Monday September 30 1974 Moravia lost 6 to 1 in the district tournament first round. Moravia had three hits Jill McDanes and Lisa Clark each had a single. Molly Van Benthuy sen started a double play with a throw to first and a tag at home. Lori Clark handled first base.
A 12th grade nose guard profile highlights Roy Tarbell's take on practice scrimmages and game moments. He notes favoring finishing plays as the clock ends, jokes about breaking noses, and compares a pile to a sardine. He also imagines becoming a coach to humorously steer aspects of team leadership.
Moravia hopes high as head coach Anhe Cor leads a 25 player squad with assistants Mike Carney and Ronald Stebn. The Freshmen include Alan Tisue Craig Vance Gary Rowley Clay Uhien hake Gary Coltrain Mike Brown Dean Johnson Brian Harrington. Sophomores listed are Jeff J McDanel Pantie Rowley Ron Woodward Ja McDanel Rick Boyer Lynn Ari.
The September Union Farmerettes meeting began at 7 30 at the Hull residence with Beth Wilson leading the American pledge. Six members answered roll call and new officers were elected including Sherri Hinote as president and Malinda Hull as treasurer. A newcomer party is planned for October and refreshments were provided by Malinda and Barbara Kelley.
Mr and Mrs Larry Hedgecock hosted visitors at the Purvis Hedgecock home Saturday evening. Vance Marshall of Flint Michigan and Mildred Adamson of Seymour recently visited the Raymond Cridlebaugh home. Supper guests included Marge Evans of Mystic Inez Roh of Moulton Gary Cridlebaugh of Centerville and Glen Marshall of Bloomfield. Marie Weber attended her sister Louise Hutchinsons sale near Moulton. Earl Fenton spent Sunday afternoon with Ricky Burkland. Dinner guests at the Cridlebaugh home included Oscar Olson of Jones Michigan Wilma Lord Stuart Batterson from Buchanan Vicki Pace and Anna Burkland.
Monday evening a pink and blue shower honored Mrs. Jim Kirby at the Grace Tabernacle Baptist Church. Sunday dinner guests included Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Cridlebaugh with Cleroyd Swartz and Brad of Newton and Frank Harrigan of Knoxville. Terry Long stayed Tuesday night with Ricky Burkland. Madge Rose sold her home in town. The community welcomed the new daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Billy Underwood.
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