Seniors sell yearbook ads across towns with coach led guidance
Editorial recalls seniors turning into solicitors to fund the yearbook. Pairs canvassed Moravia Center ville Albia Unionville Blakesburg Ottumwa with Chamber of Commerce approval. Despite early refusals, nerves and fatigue, they learned proper practice and persistence to gather ads for publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moravia
Centerville
Albia
Unionville
Blakesburg
Ottumwa
Sheldon
Guthrey
Chamber of Commerce
Advertisers Vallue Respectful Ads Over Written Ones
R J C editor notes that respectful friendly messaging outperforms plain written ads, suggesting gentler promotional language resonates more with audiences and yields better engagement for campaigns and notices.
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R.J.C
The American History of Washington and the Republic
The piece outlines how Washington regarded the American republic as an experiment starting in 1939 and notes the Constitution’s growth into a complex modern society. It highlights the emergence of political parties and the evolving democratic system.
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Washington
American Republic
Sophomore Hayride Ends With Warm Refreshments
At 7 o clock Friday Oct 8 sophomores and guests gathered at the grade school then rode two tractors and hayracks south of Moravia along winding hilly roads. Returns to the Fashcot house found everyone cold, but a warm schoolhouse, dancing, and refreshments ended the evening.
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Moravia
Mary Joyce Mullins
Welding project to fill square with layered beads
A student describes cutting a metal piece 9 by about 7 inches, welding beads to fill a 34 inch square in one direction, then layering four passes in opposite directions. The completed piece will be submitted for a grade.
Real charge in a general science class on electricity
A general science class explores electricity beyond lights and appliances. Students find the topic surprising and intriguing as they learn there is much more to electricity than everyday uses. The discussion hints at engaging experiments and broader applications.
Iron and Amphora: Hidden Links to Electricity
Beth Boyer notes that although obscure, iron and amphora objects reveal historical connections to electrical science when examined through archival sources. The discussion highlights how ancient materials influenced early experiments, measurement methods, and material properties later used in electricity research.
The Challenge of Change at Iowa State Student Council Meet
The nineteenth Annual State Conference of Student Council convened Monday morning October 11 1965 at Iowa State University Memorial Union Ames Iowa. Moravia delegates Paula Cleaver Ronnie Ellison and Russell Bettis attended as discussions covered campus life and student council improvement with Tom Shines USCA president delivering the keynote address The new ILAS.C president Tom Caldwell and vice president Tom Vickers were announced Mr Guthrey accompanied the delegates to the conference.
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Iowa State University
Memorial Union
Ames
Paula Cleaver
Ronnie Ellison
Russell Bettis
Moravia
Great Hall
Weldon Walsh
Tom Shines
USCA
ILAS
Tom Caldwell
Tom Vickers
Guthrey
Meeting minutes of F B L A in October attendance and plans
Future Business Leaders of America meeting led by Connie Mullins adjourned after 16 members attended. Linda Johnson conducted roll call. Plans set for ball game scheduling and hat coat check. Initiation to be held earlier than last year, likely January, due to a full schedule. Members returned to class after adjournment.
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F.b.la
Business Leaders of America
Connie Mullins
Linda Johnson
Connie
Mixed Chorus Forms Under Mrs Barber's Direction
Mrs Barber selected a mixed chorus from Glee Club and Hoys Chorus. The group includes four parts with boys singing base and tenor and girls singing alto and soprano. They meet Fridays and produce a harmonized sound despite weekly practice.
Moravia Band at Kirksville State Teachers homecoming
The Moravia Band joined homecoming activities at Kirksville State Teachers College on Saturday October 16. The marching band took part in the homecoming parade and performed during the halftime show at the Kirksville Rolla football game.
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Moravia
Kirksville State Teachers College
Kirksville
Rolla
A Fight to the Finish in the Cafeteria Brawl
A noon bell triggers a chaotic race as students surge into the hall pushing and shoving. Quick, the scene becomes a crowding melee with backpacks and clips slamming into backs before the cafeteria line forms into orderly angels.
Bucks cafeteria remark by Patty Rogers
Patty Rogers notes that kids who eat at Bucks or bring cold lunches are missing out on something better, urging them to try the Bucks meal option for improved satisfaction.
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Bucks
Patty Rogers
Library Meeting and Teen of the Month Highlight Moravia
The Library Club met on October 12 during fourth period to elect officers: Lorraine Johnson president, Marjorie French vice president, Minnie Ann Condra secretary, Linda Irwin reporter, and Mrs. Tuttle sponsor. Ronnie Self was named Teen of the Month by the Scribbler Staff. he is a sophomore from Albia born September 10, 1950, who enjoys hamburgers, Almond Joy, and a red Chevy. The page notes hayrides, report cards, and upcoming basketball games with Moravia students and teachers referenced.
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Library Club
Lorraine Johnson
Marjorie French
Minnie Ann Condra
Linda Irwin
Tuttle
Ronnie Self
Don Self
Scribbler
Ronnie
Albia
Iowa
Ron
Jeffrey
Jay
Wall
Chhosen You
What Last Year’s Seniors Are Doing Now
A list details many former seniors with current occupations and studies across Ottumwa Centerville Ames Des Moines and other places. It notes nursing studies at Ottumwa Technical School and various jobs and schooling at Centerville Kan sas City Ames and Muscatine among others.
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Carol Adams
Ottumwa
Ronnie Boyer
Oskaloosa
Betty Blumer
Des Moines
E Gerald Argo
Centerville Community College
Richard Calhoun
Eugene Daniels
Judy Gillen
Richard Doud
Barbara Darby
Northwestern Telephone
Larry Grinstead
Ames
Elaine Harrington
MacLellans
Centerville
Richard Johnson
Lora Hiatt
Marshallwo
Leland Jones
Pella
Sonny Hawk
Diane Judge
William Fenn College
Johnny McClurg
Sherman Kelly
Kansas City
Robert Kehrberg
i @ Forest Ranger
Janice McDonough
Tim Mihalovich
Dave Oehler
Philp Wright
Guy Argo
Seniors and students share yearbook humor and profiles
A Centerville page lists numerous students and staff with notes on ads for the yearbook, plays, photos, and extracurriculars. It also includes short biographical snippets for Elizabeth Boyer, Jean Allen, and Gary Argo with basic facts, favorites, and teacher quirks.
Literature Focus on Early Colonial Writings
The 6th period Literature class has studied the development and writings of the people during the era when the thirteen colonies were being established.
Benjamin Franklin life outline for test review
A class assignment tasks students to draft an outline of Benjamin Franklin life to aid study. The lesson also revisits noun types with Mrs. Barber noting gaps in understanding common proper concrete abstract and collective nouns. Linda Irwin.
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Mey
Benjamin Franklin
Calendar of events for October activities and meetings
A compact list of school and community group events with dates in October. Includes F.T.A. sixth period Home Ec Adult Class, Appanoose Monroe Community Action Program at 7 00, Traffic Safety Council in Des Moines, State Teacher s Convention in Des Moines, 3 C A Senior Class Pictures, Scribbler meeting during 2nd period, United Nations Day at Des Moines, Science Club sixth period, and Governor s Conference on Physical Fitness.
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F.T.A
Appanoose
Monroe
Traffic Safety Council
Des Moines
C.A
United Nations
Speech class delivers six week speeches
The Speech class finished six weeks of speeches with diverse topics including witches smallpox and jealousy. Students found the course interesting and see benefits across future fields as they continue to improve their speaking.
Geometry class recaps congruence proofs and axioms
In 6th period geometry, Kathy Townsend notes students proving triangle congruence by Side Angle Side and Angle Side Angle. The class uses daily problems from the lesson board to apply axioms to parts of congruent triangles.
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Kathy Townsend
Algebra II Moves Through Factoring and Squares
As the new six weeks starts the Algebra II class learns to square binomials and factor two term expressions. Students also study factoring trinomials and begin work on factoring the difference of two squares.
Squares and the Sum and Difference of Two Cubes
Notes by Dave P discuss algebraic identities for the sum and difference of two cubes and related square terms, outlining simple expansions and examples for patterns in number theory.
Moravia Assembly Showcases Blind Gymnast Freddie Motter
On October 5 Moravia students attended an assembly by Freddie Motter who, despite losing both eyes, pursued gymnastics to entertain youth. He explained his loss, then demonstrated handstands and chair inversions, followed by exciting parallel bars. Francine Brozovich reports.
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Moravia
Freddie Motter
Motter
Mr. Motter
America
Francine Brozovich
M.H.S. Want Lost For Sale and Trade Ad
A quirky school ad listing requests and responses. It includes a Saturday night date request, a boy friend search with a ransom offer, a found science teacher with trade for a skateboard, and a humorous trade for an old boyfriend described as cross-eyed with buck teeth. Names include James Bond and Cherokee Sal Penny Prough.
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M.H.S
James Bond
R.S.V.P
Centerville
Mr. Guthrey
Cherokee Sal Penny Prough
Design in Home Ec Students Craft Room Booklet
The sophomore home ec class created a booklet on design arts such as proportion balance rhythm and harmony of room furniture. It included pictures and an outline used for a class report. The project stressed that rooms should reflect occupants personality. Linda Beal continues.
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Linda Beal
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Elliott Bookkeeping Supply
E. State Centerville
Grismore Sewing Center
Beth Boyer
Janet Rhee
Chester
Terry Frough
P.T
Pella Christian
Mrs. Smith
Miss Hellyer
Adl
Sallie Avera
Michele Brown
Fula Burkland
Theresa Cortesio
Sheile DuVall
Tina Fosenburg
Henry Hermuh
Bachaster
Vicky Lockwall
Eddy Massmas
Debra McDanel
Candy Marlin
Peggy Pettibone
Steven Raguaie
Janice Hobinsop
Wale Leffler
Marian
Martigeer
Ms Michag
Robinses Naanive Stocker
Rob
Divi Townsend
Bobby Nancy Wright
Sheu Wag
Barbara Lindley
MLS
City Hall
van Horne
Farm Progress
Linda Pullen
Kirksville Gate
Francine
Elizabeth Boyer
Beth
Carl Boyer
Marlin
Matkovich
Jean Allen
Mrs
Floyd Allen
Chevyl
Elvis Presley
Mr. Hostetler
Gary Argo
Monkey
Hostetler
Dave P
Wes Shepard
Clayton Leeper
J. C. Penney CO
Spurgeons
Milellans Store
SEARS
Illingworth Bakery
Darby Hardware
Goode
Hamelton Furniture
Devos Hardware
Kit’s Cafe
A & A Shoe Store
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