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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1964
Page
2
Lary Brooks and Max McDonough assure readers they have solid entertainment lined up, promising quality acts and a lively program for upcoming events.
Albia schedules move back to Monday and Centerville reverts on the 14th, with a long wait into October for state and national centers. Secretary Symhorst plans to overlook the filing deadline and place both presidential candidates on the ballot. The general election ballots are described as a four big, six column layout. A false fire alarm near the Fanchen Winsler home was actually smoke from behind the post office, and a smoldering trash barrel behind the post office was misreported. A Union office item notes a 30 year old merchandising-era line.
The Shanghai Club met with Nancy Hawk on Wednesday afternoon August 19. Attendees included Dorothy Calhoun, Amy Hiner, Doris N. Christy, Barbara, Patty and Paul, Anna Landgrebe and Cheryl, Addie and Mary Jo Sheldon, Laura Laird, Iole Christy, Lorraine Rinehart, Mike, Jimmy and Sheila, Linda Irwin, Hazel Rinehart, Doris Christy, Elaine, Joyce, Carol, and Nancy Hawk as hostess. Doris Christy won the guess game and Hazel Rinehart received a birthday gift. Amy Hiner announced a September 16 meeting with a co op dinner at noon and a club party on September 18 featuring watermelon.
The Franklin Farmers met August 17 1964 at Leon Calhoun's home. President Richard Calhoun led the pledges to the American and 4-H flags. Roll call named ribbons received. Alan and Paul Ammons demonstrated a treat-related activity.
A nostalgic critique of changing town life from local store owners to Wall Street firms. The speaker laments lost community ties and urges residents to support local shops to keep cash in town and preserve their heritage. He calls for resisting chain stores and reclaiming the town’s independence and soul.
A local gathering led by Paul Ammons and Glen Ammons discussed managing land to meet wildlife requirements. Leon Calhoun presented a demonstration on making a date by telephone. Refreshments were served to 13 members, 2 leaders, and 1 visitor by Caryl, Leon, Shirley, and their mother, with reporter Karl Calhoun.
Franklin describes gatherings of the Calhoun Swift and Derby families across Cedar Falls Emmett Derby Marion Allen and others. Attendees include Mr and Mrs Earl Swift Mr and Mrs Hart Swift Leon Carol Rogeann Calhoun Shirley Thelma Calhoun Freda Swift Maureen Mark Richard Bagtlick and Pat Washe with various Sunday and Wednesday visits and W S C S attendance.
The 38th Coulson reunion gathered 50 relatives and friends at the Lewis Rouse home on Sunday August 9. A bountiful noon dinner was served on the lawn. In the afternoon a short business meeting re-elected Arthur Swan as president Harald Turner as vice president and Mabel Coulgan as secretary treasurer. It was voted to hold next year’s reunion at the Lewis Rouse home on the second Sunday in August. Attendees included E G Coulson John McCann Rosa McCann Robert P McCain Bethel McDonald and others.
A long list of attending family members includes Charley Tomlin and Lillian Callen along with Elsie Callen, Ted Wilson, Mia Coles, Larry Ronald Pat Patty and Dianne, Lewis Rowse, Robert Stout, Kent Robbie, Mabel Coulson, John Stevens, Karl Hotz, Leota Karla Lonnie, Leslie Cook, Wayne Terry, Donald McClure, Jackie Judy Janine Jeanna, Arthur Swan, Leo Fox and Harley Albertson.
A jagged summary notes visits and gatherings across Hayward Wis and nearby areas. Families including the Millers Pennington Anderson and Shoemaker appear with dinners reunions and Sunday visits. Attendees plan trips to Centerville Junior College and other local events.
A Cracker Barrel Session was held August 1 at 7 30 P M at the Republican Headquarters in Centerville. Mrs Louis Date, president of Appattoose County Republican Women’s Club, introduced Mrs John Ryl. Speakers included Congressman Kyl’s absence noted, County officials, Sheriff candidate Curtis Bailey, Senator Joe Wilson, and State Representative Elect Dewey Goode. A bake sale and box supper plans were announced, headquarters hours set, and a Cracker Barrel program featured members sharing refreshments and a talk by multiple attendees. A sale of office supplies and typewriters was advertised.
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