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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1938
Page
7
A rambling column recalls family visits and in law duties during election rush. Mentions mother in law cooking pumpkin pies and relatives shifting households. Town news hints at local bands, a carrot seed prank, and a lighthearted office joke about a vest. The piece references Cedar Rapids travel and a Moravia band compliment.
The Appanoose county republican central committee schedules a speaking program at Moravia park on Saturday afternoon. Moravia Public School band will demonstrate and perform for about 30 minutes before speakers James I. Dolliver and Karl M. LeCompte, with other county Republicans. Caravan arrivals are set for 2 30 p m and the program aims to finish before 3 p m with weather determining whether it is on the Community Building veranda or inside.
Betty Bishop daughter of Mr and Mrs D E Bishop of Moravia placed second in Parsons College homecoming queen race as voted by students She will serve as one of the queen s two attendants at the homecoming celebration this weekend
Mrs Garnet Laws Johnson was honored with a kitchen shower at the Gabe Johnson home east of Moravia on Tuesday afternoon. Attendees included Mrs Ivan Harsh, Mrs H E Glick, Mrs J L Dodd, Mrs Don Pettibone and children, Mrs Geo Howell, Evelyn Brackett, Mrs Arnold, Mrs Eva DuVall, Mrs Ted Broshar, Mrs Helen Tadlock, Mrs Bert Arnold, Marjorie Scott and children, Mrs Virgil Johnson, Mrs John Laws, Mrs Lola Laws, Mrs Richard Hart and Dorothy McGuire of Centerville.
Iconium hosts a three week revival led by Evangelist GG Jones of Lincoln Nebraska at the Methodist Church. Three services are slated next Sunday including Prayer at 11 am Christ Feeding the Multitude at 2 30 pm and Parental Responsibility at 7 30 pm. A Monday night sermon on Booze and Dancing is planned for October 31. RP Spurlock pastor urges attendance.
Opal Main daughter of Mrs Birdie Main Moravia and Raymond Harris son of Mr and Mrs Milton Harris Knoxville were united in marriage Saturday Oct 16 at the home of Justice of Peace Hale in Lancaster Mo. Attendants were Mr and Mrs Wilbur Johnson. The bride wore a printed brown crepe. Mrs Harris works at Moravia Telephone. Mr Harris is in trucking. They will live in Moravia.
The annual M E Church Men's Bazaar and Supper is planned for Thursday evening November 3. General Chairman William Gardner leads a large committee handling kitchen, dishes, dining room, publicity, and invitations. Menu features creamed chicken, mashed potatoes, dressing, candied sweet potatoes, peas or corn, slaw, hot rolls, butter, pumpkin pie with whipped cream, and coffee.
Thompsons and Mrs. Leon Thompson of Mystic hosted relatives on Sunday October 16 in honor of Mildred and Mrs. Thompson’s sister Mrs. Ben Cox of Corydon. A cooperative noon meal followed by afternoon photos. Guests included Oba Burns Florence Underwood Russell Burns Leon Burns Dayne Taylor Ben Cox Bert Grinstead and families from Unionville Moravia Dallas Corydon Ottumwa and more.
Voters away from home can obtain absent voter ballots by applying in person or in writing to the county Auditor. Application rules vary by county. To be eligible a voter must have resided in the county for 60 days.
The Moravia Co-Operative Marketing Association sent a single load of hogs and a single load of sheep to the St. Louis market on Tuesday.
The menu lists dishes including fried chicken, macaroni, mashed potatoes with gravy, sweet potatoes, green beans, bread, and beverages. Serving details are limited to a simple meal plan with customary sides and accompaniments.
Suiter relatives announce the marriage of Minnie Frances Suiter, daughter of Mr and Mrs J H Suiter, to Victor Gammel. The ceremony took place at Ernfold at 11 o clock Wednesday October 19 followed by a turkey dinner at the Sutter home. The couple will reside on a farm near Ernfold.
James Hilton and other FFA chapter officers attended the American Royal Livestock Show and National FFA Convention in Kansas City. Delegates from every state plus Porto Rico and Hawaii gathered at City Municipal Auditorium for Kansas day and a grand band display. The afternoon featured a matinee horse show.
Mr and Mrs Ralph B Davis hosted a cooperative dinner on Sunday October 23 to honor the wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs W P Davis and the recent marriage of Mr and Mrs Elmer Vance formerly Dorothy Davis. Attending were Mr and Mrs W P Davis Mr and Mrs Elmer J Vance Mr and Mrs O G Davis and son Ralph Mr and Mrs M Main Mr and Mrs Lew Main Mr and Mrs Charles Pabst Mr and Mrs Harold Mason and the hosts Mr and Mrs Ralph B Davis and daughter Helen.
A recent cold snap brought heavy frost and a snow flurry that briefly hinted at a severe storm. Warm relief followed as pleasant weather returned. Local residents, including Mr and Mrs Milton Harris and family, visited Raymond Harris and family. Madeline and Dorothy Houser joined in the afternoon gathering.
School notices column lists 25 cents per five lines and six cents per line over five lines. Teachers are advised to consider this pricing when submitting copy for publication.
The Union apologizes for an error in last week's notice. The Blue Front school date was published as Oct. 28 and should have read Get. Zh.
A program and box slipper is planned at Fuller School on Friday evening next, featuring Maxine DeVail as watcher in a local community event.
The Boyer school hosts a pie and caddy supper on Friday October 28. The event invites ladies to bring a Lexus as a favor. Jessadine Laws is the teacher coordinating the gathering.
In Addis Colle, a Millet Vite project with Lea proceeds despite a copper box event. The program advances, and officials outline dates and locations for the upcoming Friday.
The Women's Missionary Society of the United Brethren church will hold a WM A Day program at the church Sunday evening October 30 at 730 oclock. Mrs T J dike will give the main address. Everyone is invited to attend.
A sales figure from Appanoose County states that modern washing machines now handle filmy silk lingerie and greasy overalls in a single cycle. He notes several washing actions, touting foam water action that forces water through fabrics for thorough cleaning yet gentle on delicate materials.
Mr and Mrs George Firkins hosted a family dinner Sunday honoring their daughter Mrs Wilhelm Blumenstuck and son from Wirbing Minnesota. Out of town guests Rex Firkins of Faribald and Mrs J E Sharp of Centerville attended.
A historical menu listing Baked Chicken Noodles Mashed Potatoes Sweet Polstues and beverages. Includes Keeat and Welhers Pespolad Pw Colter, reflecting period dish names and offerings for Wednesday.
Miss Dorothy Davis daughter of Mr and Mrs O G Davis Moravia wed Elmer V Vance son of Mr and Mrs W V Vance Albia. The ceremony was at 530 pm Thursday Oct 20 at the First Presbyterian Ot tumwa parsonage with Rev Henry Sears Thompson officiating. Attendants Eva Boardman and Archie Billings. Ralph Davis brother of the bride also witnessed. Teal blue gowns with black accessories for the bride and bridesmaids. The groom wore dark gray. Mrs Vance well known in the area. he is a Moravia alumnus and former Detroit worker. Relatives and friends offer congratulations.
Moravia resident Jerry Winsler has been selected as a member of the cast for the State Teachers College at Kirksville Missouri fall play A Murder Has Been Arranged. The three act murder mystery is to be staged by the college.
Bible school begins at 10 a m with Irene Main as superintendent Communion follows at 10 50 a m A business meeting is scheduled for 11 a m Ladies Aid meets all day Wednesday at the church A noon dinner is planned for attendees
United Brethren hold Sunday School at 10 am with M K Blackman as superintendent. Worship at 11 am. P O Elul at 6 30 pm followed by evening service at 7 30. W M A in charge of the service with address by Mrs Zike. Women's Aid Society meets Wednesday afternoon. Choir practice Wednesday at 7 30. T J Zike is pastor.
The Church of Christ invites all to attend Bible class on Sundays and morning services with communion following. Evening services and Thursday Bible study at 7 30 p m. Minister W G Lagle notes he may not attend every meeting but promises clear teaching for all ages and welcomes visitors and friends.
The Methodist Episcopal Church announces a full Sunday with 10 a m Sunday School 11:00 worship and consecration for teachers and officials. Wesley Chapel hosts an 9:30 a m worship and 8:30 p m Epworth League with 6 p m evening worship. Rally Day urges 100 percent class attendance to support church work and God’s guidance.
T H Underwood died at his Moravia residence after an extended illness. Born April 22, 1868 in Unionville Iowa he was 70 years, 6 months and 29 days. A longtime railroad man he worked for several companies, retired under railroad retirement act, survived by seven children and two sisters and three brothers. Funeral services were held at Turner Funeral Home with interment at Eaton cemetery.
Moravia will officially observe Armistice Day with a program at the school at 11 o’clock led by World War veteran Rev. R. L. Brown. A dinner at the M E Church dining room will follow, with veterans and families given seating and others invited to join.
Mrs Raymond Harris formerly Opal Main was guest of honor at a miscellaneous shower hosted at the Lee Hiatt home Tuesday evening. Guests included Mesdames Mangle Turner Bro shar Hudson Laws Johnson Carter Main and others plus Misses Hiatt Krelan Main and Hinte. Hostesses Lawrence Roland and Bette Hiatt served refreshments as gifts were given.
Beulah Bishop of Woorehielder Cui Leit is elected president of Beep College after recent elections at Oberlin College Ohio. The public information notes Bishop as chief of Mi wedfee D BR and outlines her leadership role and the college honors.
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