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Moravia Union

Location

Moravia, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 14, 1948

Page

4

Moravia Band Plans Attending Ottumwa Festival

Members of the Moravia Band led by Mrs. Verva Aitchison plan to attend the band festival in Ottumwa on Saturday. Twenty six bands from southern Iowa and northern Missouri are expected. Joan Dille, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Dille, is selected to represent Moravia in the queen contest. Dille is a Moravia High School freshman.

Moravia Mra Verva Aitchison Ottumwa Iowa Missouri Joan Dille John Dille Dille Moravia High School

Honored on 40th Wedding Anniversary by Club

Mr and Mrs Ray McCloud hosted Sew and So club members families and guests on Thursday Oct 7 to celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary and Mrs McClouds birthday. Recitals included piano accompaniment, vows renewing, and a recorded ceremony. Family members from Albia and Moravia attended, with a cake and refreshments served later.

Ray McCloud Jo Ellen Dennia Homerin Jane Ann Phillis Dennis Ca Jane Ann Ralph Davis Carl van Zante McClouds Helen Homerin Mildred Phillis Dennis Homerin Roger Phillis Albia Donald McCloud Moravia

Maple Grove PTA Holds First Meeting

The Maple Grove school PTA met on Friday evening October 8 with 49 present. Mrs Gretchen Ashby demonstrated reading prep for beginners while first grade and primary students performed Billy Goat Gruff. Vice president Clair Selters led a short meeting and funds from the school booth at the Morane Fair were reported. Refreshments were served by Mrs Grant Tadlock and Mrs Winston DuVail.

Maple Grove Gretchen Agshby Clair Selters Ashby Grant Tadlock Winston DuVail

Birthday surprise honors Mrs Harley Tisue at home

On Thursday evening the children of Mrs Harley Tisue organized a surprise honoring her upcoming birthday. Guests included Mr and Mrs James Nash and daughters, Mr and Mrs Roy Argo and sons, Mr and Mrs Carl Tisue, Clifford Tisue, and Mr and Mrs Harley Tisue for a full meal.

Harley Tisue Hose James Nash Roy Argo Car Tisue Clifford Tisue

Family Dinner Hosted by Mr and Mrs Harley Tisue

Mr and Mrs Harley Tisue entertained at a cooperative family dinner Sunday. Attending were Ray Lemaster of Thompson, WT Lemaster, Mr and Mrs Ray Chance and baby daughter of Lovita, Mr and Mrs James Nash and daughters, Mr and Mrs Ray Argo and sons, Mr and Mrs Dark Tisue, Clifford Tisue and the host bustens.

Harley Tisue Hose Ray Lemaster Thompson WT. Lemaster Ray Chance Lovitia James Nash Ray Argo and Dark Tisue Clifford Tisue Gud Bustens

Royal Ag Uo class to attend Kansas City livestock show

Merlon Ruse president of PFA and Pete Dicks of FPA with adviser Blaou will travel to the American Royal Livestock Show in Kansas City on Friday October 16 and return on October 1. AU G1 class members plan the trip. Rev Mire Ear Rabuck and Rev Paul Riggs attended a district Youth's Fellowship meeting at Charity United Church.

Ag. Uo PFA Merlon Ruse FPA Pete Dicks Widh HR. Blaou Ameri Ak Royal Livestock Show Kansas City Eid Gui Mire Ear Rabuck Paul Riggs Evargeticel United Bucthrwn Church of Charitus

GOP Caravan to Tour Moravia Friday Message

Col H C Haynes of Centerville visited Moravia Wednesday afternoon and outlined a Republican Party caravan stop there. The G O P caravan touring southern Iowa will pass Moravia at about 11 00 am with plans to leave No 60 and drive around the square. Mrs Hickman of Centerville Republican National Committeewoman planned to join the parade but was ordered to enter St Joseph hospital for a rent.

Col H. C. Haynes Centerville Moravia Union Iowa St. Joseph Hospital

Benefit Hunt For Paralysis Victim

The Appanoose-Monroe County Coon Hunters Association sponsors a benefit hunt next Sunday Det. 17. Proceeds go to Jackie Kester at University Hospital Iowa City with infantile paralysis. The hunt starts 11 a.m. at L. E. Main farm southwest of Mora via. Lunch on grounds. Admission 25 cents.

Appanoose-Monroe County Coon Hunters Association Fonda Jackie Kester University Hospital Iowa City Moravia

Polio Claims Five Year Old Cheryl Broshar in Davenport

Mrs and Mrs Charles Broshar learned Monday their five year old niece Cheryl Broshar died in a Davenport hospital after a three day illness from polio Her parents are Russell and Cheryl Broshar of Cambridge Illinois formerly Moravia Funeral held Wednesday with attendees including Charles Emil and Merrill Broshar Milan Missouri Max and Carl Broshar near Centerville Grandparents Emil and Mrs Broshar of Milan and Mrs Everett McDonnell Udell also noted as grandmother

Charles Broshar Emil Broshar Milan Broshar Everett McDonnell Udell

Moravia Post Office announces Substitute Clerk exam

Miss Rena B. Smith announced a Civil Service exam for a Substitute Clerk at Moravia Town Post Office on November 6 1948 at 830 AM at Moravia High School Building. Pay is 1.25 per hour. Applicants must be US citizens 18 to 50, with exceptions for veterans and certain federal workers. A written test of about 4 hours is required. Apply at the local Civil Service Secretary or Eighth U S Civil Service Regional Office.

Rena B. Smith U. S. Civil Service Region Moravia Moravia High Schoo United States War Service Civil Service U. S. Civil Service Saint Perl 1 Minnesota

Chariton Township Ladies Name Officers

The Chariton Township ladies held a 4 tea at the California school house Tuesday afternoon and elected new officers to lead Extension work. Miss Darlene Gladfelder became chairman, succeeding Mrs. Harley Tisue, as county chair Mrs. Doyle Anderson outlined goals for the coming year. Drop cakes and coffee ended the gathering with attendees including Mrs. Harley Tisue and others.

Chariton Township California Darlene Gladfelder Harley Tisue Doyle Anderson Sod Hartley Tisue Gus Tisue Bert McKern Ray Harrison Peartie Boyer Henry Rosencrants Mary Miner Dariene Gladfelder

For Sale Rubber Stampa Trade to Order Moravia Union

Classified notice from Moravia Union offering rubber stamps trade to order. One line costs 60 cents, two lines 90 cents, three lines 1.20 dollars. Short, framed in local advertising style.

Rubber Stampa The Moravia Union

First Flower Show Attracts Moravia Garden Club Crowd

A Saturday community flower show organized by the Moravia Garden Club drew a large crowd with over 60 flower arrangements and more than 100 exhibits. Visitors from Centerville, Albia, and Unionville toured potted plants with name cards, three table settings, and new corsages made from garden blooms. Organizers Williams and committee members welcomed guests and planned a bigger event next year.

Moravia Garden Club L. M. Williams Mia Max McDonough Warren DuVall Ben Williams John Dodd Howard Smith Centerville Albla Unionville

Missing Girls Frances and Barbara Foster Found Safe

Frances and Barbara Foster ages five and four were found near Lloyd Callen’s farm after a long search by residents and the Moravia area. Sheriff Goodwin assisted with the search from Albia and Trenton Wilson used an airplane in the effort. The girls were not harmed and stated they were seeking their grandfather Mr Bennett.

Frances Barbara Foster Hetty Foster James Hennett Moravia Mr. Bennett

Sunday Guests At Ben Williams Home Card Of Thanks

Mrs Betty Foster Ate and Mrs James Bennett helpers in search for our child ran Saturday Thanks to friends and neighbors for assistance. Also notices of programs at Boyer and Shanghai schools with box suppers and dates October 14 and 22 1948. Ruth Taylor and Gerald Davison listed as teachers and auctioneer.

Betty Foster James Bennett Shanghai Iconium Ruth Taylor Gerald Davison Ben Williams Willigan Cousin Henry Allen Elizabeth Sickafouse Canton Ohio C. A. Plummer Kenneth Plumimer Newton Harold Wright Sheily and Dennis Moulton R. M. Boyer Ronald R. W. Williams Centerville Richard Larry Coltrain

Moravia Fire Truck Demonstration Sparks Rural Aid

J Logan Cain of Albin and a Des Moines representative demonstrated a Weep' Fire Truck with a 4 wheel parameter tower designed for rural use. It can discharge up to 400 gallons per minute to blanket stubborn fires. The Moravia Booster Club discussed equipment purchase at a recent and postponed meeting as the group seeks a quick decision.

Moravia J. Logan Cain Albin Des Moines

Public sale notices and hog auction plans announced

Algia Derby will close out sale at his Iconium home on Thursday Oct 21. R A Faber Sons set Nov 6 at Albia sale barn for 86 head 60 boars and 265 gifts of Spotted Poland China hogs. Catalogs printed this week free on request. The Union offers sale bills and ads to help public notices reach buyers.

Algia Derby Iconium R. A. Faber & Sons Albia

Bread Upon the Waters Revered Pastors in Iowa Mission

In 1928 Rev and Mrs Trostte of Tracy Iowa served at Troy Iowa two years during which a new Methodist Church arose. Last week they received a $100 appreciation gift marking their 25th wedding anniversary and labor on the church building. The pastor did interior painting decor seating plans entrances and the auditorium layout.

Trostte Tracy Iowa Troy Bar of Love

Evangelical United Brethren Church Services Schedule

Rev Earl E Rabuck leads a Sunday program with Sunday School at 10 00 a m and worship at 6 20 p m Prayer meeting Thursday. Y P C EL at 7 30 p m. Due to illness services closed but a freewill offering will be taken at the Sunday morning service for evangelist Rev Paul Riggs.

Evangelical United Brethren Church Earl E. Rabuck Harold Mason Paul Riggs

Grace Methodist Church Moravia Programs and Events

Grace Methodist Church Moravia Iowa lists Waonelta McConnell as minister Sunday school at 10 00 a m Morning worship at St Wesley Morning worship at 9 45 Sunday school at 10 30 W S C S will have a cooperative iolisher at the Lute Hiatt home Oct 21

Grace Methodist Church Moravia Iowa Waonelta McConnell St. Wesley W.S.C.S Lute Hiatt

Church Notices for Iconium and Nazarene Sermons

Worship service at Church of the Nazarene at 7:30 p m Prayer and Bible study Thursday at 7:30 p m Iconium Methodist Church pastor L Wayne Dunlap Gilbert Callen superintendent Sunday School 10:00 a m Morning Worship 11:00 a m germic subject We Climb by ail

Church of the Nazarene Iconium Methodist Church L. Wayne Dunlap Gilbert Callen Ail

Pass word to Heaven at Moravia Church of Christ

Moravia Church of Christ led by James Brown minister schedules morning services at 45 a m with singing sermons and Lord's Supper observance. Bible school at 11:45 a m led by Eugene McCrory. evening service at 7:30 p m features Clarence Schaffner. Sermon themes emphasize the Word of Truth and scriptural authority.

Church of Christ Moravia James Brown Eugene McCrory Clarence Schaffner Uicu Christ

Jatin Brown Bible School Evening Service Schedule

Jatin Brown hosts Bible School at midnight with Lord's Supper and teaching. Evening service at 7 30 features Evercore welcome and master guidance.

Services Thursday For LeRoy Purvis

After a brief illness LeRoy Purvis died at 11 a.m. Monday following an operation at University Hospital in Iowa City. Services will be Thursday at two oclock at Mare Via Methodist Church with the Turner Funeral Home directing. Interment will be at Hillscrest Cemetery. He was 62 years, one month and eight days old. Survived by his wife five sons Floyd Ferrell Francis and Freeman and two daughters Frons dune and Florene.

LeRoy. Purvis University Hospital Iowa City Purvis Marevia Methodist Church Turner Lome Paul Ginn Erating Yillcrest Cemetery Floyd Ferrell Francis Freeman Frons Dune Florene

Services Saturday For Van Lemaster

Van Everett Lemaster born May 2 1870 on a farm southwest of Albia in Monroe County Iowa died October 7 1948 at his Moravia home aged 78 years 5 months 5 days he was the son of William T and Sarah Johnson Lemaster He married Clara M Brown June 2 1896 and they celebrated their golden wedding in 1946 They had two children Merle Miller and Floyd E Lemaster He lived on farms in Monroe and Appanoose counties later moving to Moravia and then back to a farm near his birthplace His faith in Christ was acknowledged and he expressed readiness to die Funeral services were held at the EUB Church December 9 1918 with Turner Funeral Home Rev Earl Rabuck and Rev Paul Riggs presiding He was buried in Hillcrest cemetery He leaves wife two children nine grandchildren four great grandchildren and one great grandchild who died in infancy He was survived by many relatives and friends with services conducted by ministers and floral arrangements managed by Mrs Karl Tuttle and Mrs Gerald Morgan Pallbearers listed.

van Everett Lemaster Albia Monroe County Iowa Moravia William T Sarah Johnson Lemaster Walter I Orville Cheyenne Wyo H. L. McCoy Tucson Ariz Alice Ward Ottumwa Clara M. Brown Henry C Hannah Plants Brown Franklin E. Brooke Merle Miller Floyd E. Lemaster Albin Monroe Appanoose Counties Leonard Hodgeman Earl Calvin Johnnie Gene Eileen Viola van Lemaster Francis Miller Newton Shirley Rose Marie Hodgeman Ray Susan Miller Theo Jay Miller E. U B Turner Funeral Home Earl Rabuck Paul Riggs Hillcrest Cemetery Mabel Hawk Harold Mason Maude Coffin Karl Tuttle Gerald Morgan James Flattery Johnnie Flattery Wilmer Kitterman Roy Hayworth Harry Kosman Ernest Kosman

Thanks for kindness during our bereavement

We express sincere thanks to everyone for the many kind acts and floral tributes during our bereavement. Mrs. Van Lemaster, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Lemaster, Mr. and Mrs. Theo A. Miller.

van Lemaster Floyd Lemaster Theo A. Miller

Sunshine Ladies Club Meeting Notes and 1949 plans

The Sunshine Ladies met with Jessie Potts on Wednesday. Members present included Munnie Iuo gene Leah Rissie Edna Jackie Louise Nellie Mabel Darlene Lela Vera Celig and espie. They colored and sewed carpet rags and received gifts from their mystery pal. Prizes were won in bingo. Despite rain the turnout was large. Next meeting set for Mabel and Darlene on Nov 3 to reveal the Mystery Pal and draw Waites for 1949.

Jessie Potts Munnie Iuogene Leah Rissie Edna Jackie Louise Nellie Sean Mabel Darlene Lela Vera Celig Espie Wee Mamie Mabel Neula Lele Imogene Maude Darlene Waites

Wilson Brothers Buy Angus Bull From Huuld Hey

Wilson Beothers of Moravia recently purchased a purebred Angus bull from Huuld Hey of Mysiuc.

Wilson Brothers Wilson Beothers Moravia Huuld Hey Mysiuc

Moravia Teachers Honored at Grace Methodist Party

More than 100 attended a Wednesday evening reception for Moravia school faculty at Grace Methodist Church. Mrs. T. R. Gardner and Mrs. Ralph Spencer led the program with introductions, games, singing, and a grandmothers’ orchestra. Refreshments included 12 gallons of homemade ice cream. Pastor Miss Waunelta McConnell read scripture and offered the prayer.

Moravia Grace Methodist Church T. R. Gardner Ralph Spencer Waunelta McConnell

Mary Belle Bressler Dies With Funeral Friday

Funeral services will be held Friday October 15 at 2:00 PM at Turner Funeral Home for Mary Belle Bressler who died Tuesday. The Rev F A Hahn will officiate. She was born March 24 1863 and was 86 years six months and 18 days old. Entombment will be at the Tconium cemetery.

Turner Funeral Home Mary Belle Bressler F. A. Hahn Tconium

Women’s World Service meets at Mrs Hawk home

The Evangelical United Brethren Women’s Society of World Service held its monthly meeting at 2 p m Friday at Mrs E G Hawk’s home. Lesson leader was Mrs Leo Hoffman with scripture read by Mrs Fred Hammond. Topic on America’s geographical frontiers included a quiz on U S possessions and territories. A memorial and support offerings were collected for Africa missionaries and a community day observance was planned.

Women's Society of World Service The Evangelical Unites Brethren Church E. G. Hawk Leo Hoffman Fred Hammond America United States Hawaii Alaska Panama Canal Zone Virgin Islands A. O. Main Earl Rabuck Fred Riggs Ames Rabuck Riggs A. C. Main Charles Coffin

First Visit in Twenty Five Years Draws Family to Town

Mrs. Glen Ogden of Sedrowooly Washington came Tuesday for a visit with her brother Frank Swaim and sisters Mrs. A. O. Main and Mrs. John Tadlock and other relatives. This is her first visit here in 25 years.

Glen Ogden Sedrowooly Washington Frank Swaim A. O. Main John Tadlock

Veterans training program praised by visiting VA representative

VA official on business notes the Veterans training program is satisfactorily run here. Five more veterans joined the farm class Oct 1, totaling 36. American Legion Auxiliary meets Tuesday Oct 19 at 7 30, County Auxiliary at Mystic Oct 26 with a 6 40 covered dish. Helpers asked to contact Garnett, McDonough. Grace Veach is secretary.

V. W. Crawford V. A American Legion Auxiliary the Legion Banta County Legion Auxiliary Mystic Garnett, McDonough Grace Veach

Wings Over Jordan program attended by Moravis church group

A large Moravis church group joined neighbors and friends at the Wings Over Jordan program Saturday afternoon and evening. The event was sponsored by the Appansose County Ministerial Association. The notice also notes flowers and expressions of sympathy for the death of Richard Sellers, brother and uncle of Mr and Mrs Clair Sellers and their sons.

Churches of Beit Richard Sellers

Brief History of Nazrene Church Marks 20th Anniversary

The Rev F A Hahn delivered a brief history of the Church of the Nazarene on its 20th anniversary Sunday morning Three children were dedicated Faith Ruth Josdon William Edward Strunk and Keith Underwood in a special ceremony A church supper followed at Enon with plans for a men’s and women’s society event and a service at the base of Mrs Don Wolf Gadsden Pensington Beers County officer noted.

F. A. Hahn Church of the Nagarene Sunday Mierning Faith Ruth Josdun Carsun Jurdat William Edward Strumk Russell Suruuk End Unu Als Keith Underwood Evucot Underwood Autice Diy Woman's Society Ob Isin Eel Service Don Wolf

Plan Halloween Party For Kids

A community wide Halloween party is planned for Saturday night October 80 at the community building. Committees have been appointed with cooperation from Booster Club Churches Farm Bureau American Legion Auxiliary School and the American Legion. Dr J M Williams serves as chairman. more plans will be announced.

Booster Club Churches Farm Bureau American Legion Auxiliary School Themerican Legion J. M. Williams

Kensington Club Meets With Mrs Fox

The Kensington club held its first meeting at Janet Foxs home last Thursday with a one oclock luncheon. New officers for the year are Mae Luse president and Janet Fox vice president. Josephine Witherby acts as secretary in Mamie Blumenstocks absence. Eunice Halden is treasurer. Mae Luse presided as president, new books were distributed, and roll call echoed My Summer. Mildred Bishen spoke on Our Major Presidential Candidates and Their Platforms, followed by a social singalong led by Mrs Bishop.

Kensington Club Janet Fox Mae Luge Josephine Witherby Mamie Blumenstock Eunice Halden Mae Luse Mildred Bishen Mrs. Bishop

Hilton Church Gift Receives Wool Blanket at Rally Day

Hilton Church observed rally day and a basket dinner last Sunday. Rev and Mrs Trostle were presented a valuable wool blanket during the closing of Sunday school. Interior basement improvements are advancing and the main auditorium will be refreshed.

Hilton Church

Birthday Dinner for Janice and Grandpa at McDonough Home

Janice McDonough and her grandfather Warren DuVall celebrated birthdays with a family dinner at the Max McDonough home. Mrs. McDonough baked an angel food cake iced in white with pink trim and the inscription Janice and Grandpa and one pink candle. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. DuVall and family.

Janice McDonough Warren DuVall Max McDonough

Bloomfield Lodge to Celebrate 100th Anniversary

Franklin Lodge No. 14, A. F. & A. M., marks its 100th year with a banquet at 6:96 followed by a meeting at the hall at 8 o'clock on Wednesday evening October 20 at the Methodist church. Masons are invited and attendees should contact C. C. Coulson before October 16. reservations must be mailed by that date.

Franklin Lodge No Ita Methodist Church C. C. Coulson

Ladies Aid Convention Attendees at Unionville Event

Mrs Mary Hoskinson, Mrs Birdie Main, Mrs Cora Main, Mrs E G Hawk and Mrs Tom Crawley attended the 20th annual ladies aid convention held Tuesday at the Unionville Methodist church. The 194 convention is scheduled to be held at the Fairview church south of Unionville.

Mary Hoskinson Birdie Main Cora Main E.G. Hawk Tom Crawley Ladies Aid Methodist Unionville Fairview

Moravia C E S Chapter Holds Regular Meeting

Moravia Chapter of the C E S met Tuesday evening with Billy Bishop playing a piano solo before proceedings. Dorothy Turner and Maxine Main served on the refreshments committee.

Moravia Billy Bishop Dorothy Turner Maxine Main

Women’s Foreign Missionary Society meets with Mrs Anna Woodward

The Women's Foreign Missionary Society of the Church of the Nazarene met last Wednesday with Mrs Anna Woodward for the regular monthly meeting. Rev Fr Hahn read the scripture, Mrs Woodward led the study of China Crisis, and Mrs Forrest Main handled the business portion.

Women's Foreign Missionary Society of the Church of the Nazarene Anna Woodward FR. Hahn Wm. Woodward Forrest Main Hahn

Cribbage Players to Meet at American Legion Hall

Notice invites Cribbage players to gather at the American Legion home Friday October 15 at 7 30 p m Bring cribbage board plans for a tournament will be made at this meeting Committee

American Legion

Local Births Report Two New Babies in Centerville Area

Mr and Mrs Dale Lawe near Blakesburg welcome a son born October 11 at St Joseph hospital Centerville weighing nine pounds five and a half ounces named Krogle Allin Moe Laws is the former Wynona Perry Mr and Mrs Jake Laws are the birth parents DeWeyne Robisel are the parents of a second baby born at St Joseph hospital Centerville.

Dale Lawe Blakesburg Sun Burt St. Jvsuph Hospital Centerville Krogke Allin Moe Laws Wynona Perry Jake Laws

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