Moravia Union notes corn gathering and revival events
The Moravia Union reports the M E Ladies Aid and helpers gathering corn near Lloyd Massman’s farm, quilting, sewing, and a dinner. Roy Gililland and Nan Taylor are noted among attendees. Alders plan another corn harvest day next Thursday, October 27, at Ben Allem’s home. Revival services at the M E church feature evangelist Jones of Nebraska delivering sermons on Booze and Dancing Monday night October 31.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Rinehart
M. E. Ladies Aid
Lloyd Massman
Roy Gililland
Albia
Nan Caylor
Centerville
Ben Allem
Loyd
Massman
John Brown
Ottumwa
M. E
Evangelist Jones
Nebraska
Darby
Methodist Church
Moravia Social Roundup at Local Homes and Events
Sunday gatherings at the Carl VanZante and Glasdow homes mark a busy Moravia scene. Families including Hiatts Browns Ham iltons and Masons visit, while the Blue Front school program draws a large crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lute Hiatt
Carl VanZante
Lloyd Brown
Cass Hamilton
Helen
Cantril
Elmer Charity
Harold Mason
Albia
Louie
Orlando Sears
Moravia
Helen Davis
Edna Davis
Lois Mason
Will Davis
Billie Tisue
Leslie Planta
Loiz Mason
Sunday Dinner Guests and Church Attendance
A Long list of Sunday visitors and attendees at Christian church includes M. E. and Mrs. Lemaster, Adolph, Russell Brown, Lester Breese and family, Edgar Breese, Birdie Main and family, Harry Brown and family, Osa, Guida Argo, J. E. Dicks, Ned Argo, Bobby Keith and Laura Jo. Willing Workers met with Mrs. Harry Lemaster, beans were canned, and several relatives from Duluth and Albia visited during the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E
Christian
H. A. Lemaster
Adolph
Russell Brown
Lester Breese
Mystic
Christian Church
Edgar Breese
Birdie Main
Moravia
Harry Brown
Gona
A. J. Brown
Osa
Guida Argo
J. E. Dicks
Ned Argo
Bobby
Keith
Laura Jo
Algin Derby
Frank Eaton
Bloomfield
Centerville
Frank Martin
Ben Derby
Albia
Lester Derby
Leo
Harry Lemaster
8. W. Tarr
Duluth
Minn
Minnie Rinehart
Nellie Haines
Red Oak
Pearl Broshar
Clara Brown
Stella Argo
Jacob Firkins
Leta Haver
Dora Hellyer
Ray McCord
Edward McCord
John McAnnnesky
Columbus Junction
Community notices from Hiattstown and surrounding areas
Social visits unfold across Hiattsville and nearby towns with residents from Jamestown Albia Blakesburg DeWitte and Ottumwa joining family gatherings and travel plans. Rally Day and Homecoming announced for Wesley Chapel with services and cooperative dinner. Ladies Aid and Farm Bureau events scheduled with invites and lesson by Mrs. Blanche Walter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Chambers
Mildred Wynnes
Albia
Pearl Hunter
Nancy Jane
Blakesburg
Wallace Chambers
Missouri
Jamestown
Indiana
John Dooley
DeWitte
Iowa
Virgil Dooley
Harley Burton
Udell
Harley
Bloomfield
U. S. Hiatt’s
Clyde Walker
Harold Hudgens
Earnest Hiatt
Roy Dooley
Nora Hardman
Wesley Chapel Church
Ladies Aid
Lloyd Rose
Glenn Derby
Myr
Otis Burton
Ottumwa
Matilda Burton
Farm Bureau
Juanita Dooley
Reflections On Farm Life And Old Price Columns
A reflective diary piece recalls 1917 price reports for granaries and crops, notes current eggs hogs and flour prices, and laments ash removal, timber warmth, and seasonal chores. It mentions two good rains lifting farmer spirits, foresees abundant corn, and muses on household tasks and frugal living. The writer jokes about modern heating without ashes and ponders winter routines and tomato canning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
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Moravia Union
Appanoose County
Congress
H. KE. Smith
Teenium
Hiattsville
Turner Funeral
Ambulance Service
Farmers Exchange
North Side Square
Centerville, Iowa
Wm. J. Gorden
Democratic
Board of
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