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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1945
Page
2
Moravia students face rising carelessness despite posted Study Hall rules. General assembly speaker Mr. Hickman announced fines of five cents for every book or paper left around and fifty cents to replace misplaced report cards, urging cooperation to avoid costs.
A humorous spoof mixes mock etymology with a fanciful royal tale. A pie containing twenty black birds leads to a mock rescue by Mack Horner and a quip about kings and nonsense. Includes playful trivia questions from a class moment.
School chronicle notes gossip and snippets from Study hall and Biology. Mentions Mrs Wheeler smiling proudly and Leta’s hair style winning attention, with references to Jack Baldwin Phyllis L. and Paul D. amid sophomore party dynamics. Also notes missing 14 boys and Mr Elson plus a for sale pink slips ad.
Miss Anne Webster Seeley, born in Topeka Kansas, has lived across the middle west due to her father’s Santa Fe Railway post. A Knox College alumna with BA, she teaches band reading and biology at Moravia High School, counts music and modeling among hobbies, and is noted for a pleasing personality.
Students enjoyed sunny days while receiving report cards. Many awaited TB tests delayed earlier. Absences included Barbara Main on Monday Bonnie Blumer most of Thursday and Janet and Bill Broshar for part of Thursday. A Moravian Union subscription is a welcome gift.
Thursday the trombone and baritone sections were judged together. George Tracy placed first, Richard Smith second, Chuck Burton third, Joyce Burd fourth, Deana MaDisnought fifth, Kathleen Hal en sixth. Joyce Burd, a new band member, moved up two chairs in her first tryout. The band marched for the first time, ragged but expected to improve with practice. All school pianos were tuned Monday by Mr Chriss of Centerville, keeping instruments in tune for a while.
Mary Anderson born 1928 near Blakesbury lists activities Glee Club and drama, favorite items include Model A car and horse riding with aspirations to train sorts. Venetah Andrews born 1929 near Melrose attends M H S with Basketball and FTA offices, dreams of marrying a doctor and becoming a coach.
A visitor from Johnston Ring Co spoke to the Junior class during morning announcements. Four ring samples were shown and two finalists chosen. the Airliner was selected. Honor roll names include Verna Violet Rouse, Jimm Main, Velma Overturf, Dee Fenton, Phyllis Laws. Class rankings list Rouse, Main, Overturf, Fen ton, Laws with Platzing noted.
A student opinion box prompts ideas to boost school spirit with new yells, songs, and peppier pep meetings. The page also features Melancholy Mabel columns offering playful advice to readers on dating, dating quirks, and a soldier’s sweetheart letter responding to wartime letters.
Two clubs met this week because the program must be two days before the meeting. A committee was appointed to determine expectations for the first basketball game. A party was considered but no plans were made. JHespi an club held a short business session followed by tryouts for a one act play.
Alberta Rick leads a trio of top freshmen with third place, followed by George Tracy fifth, Richard Smith sixth, and Evelyn McDonald tenth. Mrs. Luse funds the program as the Home Room study investigates what constitutes manhood and womanhood, starting with manners.
Several Homemaking I II and III girls rode the school bus to Mrs. Gideon's home after school last Thursday arriving about six thirty. They had supper and took a hay ride with Miss Jones. The group began studying cereals with two booklets provided by Miss Jones.
Sheila Hannam a 16 year old junior from Albia high school stands 5'3\" with hazel eyes and brown hair. She switched to M H 8 in sophomore year and has minimal basketball experience but is expected to help the 46 and 48 team as guard. Velma Overturf a junior 15 year old from M H S played on the second team last year as guard and hopes to meet a former graduate she admires.
Graduation pictures will be taken in January instead of November first to avoid the Christmas rush. Mr Link welcomes the change as it comes after the holiday season. The seniors plan a date party for October 16 including a hayride to Woods farm to roast weiners.
The girls team opens practice with high turnout and several newcomers while guards are short. boys also begin practice this week with several players returning from last year, signaling a strong overall turnout.
The Sophomore day ride was postponed to Wednesday night pending committee readiness and availability of snacks. Lillian Tomlin leads in class rank for six weeks, followed by Jack Broshar and Margaret Johnson with top positions in school and class standings. NOTICE! No more Grade news due to lack of interest in activities.
A dinner was served at the Methodist church in Iconium last Friday honoring guests including Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Vosburgh from Arizona and Mr. and Mrs. Donald Tarr with twin daughters Judith and Edith, plus other local families. Several visits and gatherings were noted, including Rosa Beaty staying with her daughter and plans for a Shaffer schoolhouse program and box supper on October 26 with special music.
A letter from Pvt. Dwight Main, son of Mrs. Birdie Main of Moravia, describing guard duty in Korea, interactions with locals, and hope for home by June next year. He mentions moving into town near Korea’s capital, language barriers, and reminders to read the want ads.
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