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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1960
Page
2
The new school, with a large stage and good gym acoustics, faces a curtain shortage that will take years to resolve due to high costs. Juniors plan to perform on the stage amid lighting and curtain challenges, while occupants remain proud of the building.
Moravia Community School sent six girls to Centerville for the Pancake Day Queen Contest. Donna Rae Tubaugh enjoyed the gowns and the overall experience, noting it will aid her after graduation and helped her overcome stage fright. Judy Gladielder met many people and the piece continues with other comments from participants.
Quotes from contestants describe a positive Pancake Day pageant experience with judges, parades, candid moments, and friendships. They praise coaching on grooming and posture, mention hotel stays, and recall the parade as a memorable highlight. One contestant notes the pain of contests but still cherishes the event.
The first Library Club meeting of the year 1960 61 was held in room 104 on October 7. New officers presided: President Ronnie Closter Vice president Rita Gardner Secretary treasurer Madge Lee Reporter Carolyn Ver Steegh. Fourteen of fifteen members attended and eight new members joined. ISLA convention set for October 29 at North High School. Larry Vickrey to run for state office of secretary. Eight new initiatives to improve the high school library discussed. Reporter Carolyn Ver Steegh.
On Friday October 28 the Junior class presents Ab sent Minded Father in three acts set in the McDougal living room. A dress rehearsal for school children precedes a 7 30 public performance featuring Jay Clayworth as Mr McDougal and Janet Harrington as Mrs McDougal with a host of local players including Judy Van Dorin as Louise and Clarence Balinger as Pete Jackson.
Des Moines photographer Loran Lewis from Interstate Studio shot student portraits at the grade school in the morning and high school in the afternoon on Wednesday October 15. Those absent will have pictures in November. Judy Woodward led the session.
In science class sixth grade pupils create posters of clouds and mounted butterflies and other insects on the blackboard. A large bulletin board picture of a squirrel and leaves evokes autumn. They report on salamander and tent caterpillars. Health work includes vitamin booklets and nutritious menus. A daily ten minute break precedes optional chocolate milk in the afternoon. Jolene Van Dorin
Nancy Steffen describes basketball practice and team selection as the Mohawkettes and Mohawks race to ready a new gym. The first game is at Milton on November 1, with calls for community support and student turnout amid ongoing construction and competing band activities.
The On The Go band and twirlers attend the Knoxville band festival on October 11 with Moravia also represented. State Contest at Mount Pleasant is set for October 15 for baton solos duets and ensembles led by Sharon O Conner Rita Gardner Connie McAninch Janet Harrington Carolyn Ver Steegh Pat Simmons and Jean Harrington.
Nellie Argo Ton and Janice Brown along with classmates say they will perform and strive for a strong showing, hoping for a positive rating for their school and themselves.
Administrators and teachers gathered in Burlington on Monday October 3. Attendees included Burton Guthrey Sheldon Rinehart Dayton Morlan Olson and numerous others. Mr Furley of TWA delivered a talk on education for diverse peoples and their rights to schooling.
A mumbled mix of school life and gossip mentions Judy O. needing candy for two periods, queries about Jay Wilson’s whereabouts and his temporary disability, comparisons to a fast photographer, six seniors scheduled for Friday at 8th period, and various observations about isses from haircuts to garbage disposal. Other items include FFA harvest, missing lunch records, calorie concerns, six week tests looming, and parking tickets in Albia. The column riffs on everyday happenings, friendships, notes from Miss Rinehart, and a plea to keep the school looking nice with minor social jabs and quips about students including Mark V Z and Ronnie W.
A row of classroom whispers and hallway chatter centers on students like Madge Lee Terry G. E. Joanne Bobby F. and D. Easter. Teachers and staff note details of friendships pranks affection and music shifts amid study hall and math class disruptions.
A fragment discussion names several students and activities from Thursday night and class periods. It mentions Becky W. and Connie B. with implied social dynamics, Elaine starting off on the wrong track, Linda D. and hot lunch, a pencil incident, and questions about Todd H. and others.
On September 30 1960 the District Court of Appanoose County Iowa appointed Minnie Yeager administratrix of the estate of Lena Hutton deceased. Creditors must present claims to the court for allowance and all debts should be paid to the administratrix. Charles L Johnston attorney for the estate. Oct 6 13 1960.
Executor files final report in district court of Appanoose County Iowa regarding the estate of F E Boyer deceased named Carrie Boyer Icel Koehler Lula Stocker Clifford Boyer Marjorie Main and others concerned are notified of the filing and to appear as required by law
Frederick Koehler as executor asks for final discharge from duties in the District Court in Centerville Indiana. Hearing set October 29, 1960 at the courthouse. interested parties may attend and show cause why discharge should not be granted. Harry S. Greenleaf attorney M. G. Luse, clerk.
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