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Newspaper

Moravia Union

Location

Moravia, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 04, 1952

Page

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Dr Sneed to Speak at Moravia Sunday Service

Moravia Methodist church hosts Dr J Richard Sneed as guest speaker at 11 am service on Sunday Sept 7 on the topic America Must Not Defeat Herself A cooperative dinner follows. Guests include Dr Sneed his mother Mrs J B Sneed sister Elizabeth and Mr G T Harn of San Francisco.

Moravia J. Richard Sneed Moravia Methodist Church America G. T. Harn San Francisco Dr. Sneed First Methodist Church of Los Angeles Calif United States Grinnell College Boston University Cornell College Grinnell Bryantville West Danbury Mass Richland Iowa Shenandoah Court Street Rockford, Til Sneed Ata Andahip Protestant Radio Commission Federal Council of Churches of Christ In America Mutual Broadcasting System A. L. Alexander Court of Conclation Mutual Network WOR New York Columbia Broadcasting System Church of the Air Europe World Council of Churches Geneva Methodist General Conference Commission On Public Information Sneed Rockford Boston University School of Theology

Miller Couple Honored On 54th Anniversary

Mr and Mrs W N Miller celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary at the home of their son and daughter in law southeast of town. All children and grandchildren attended for a cooperative dinner and a happy day. Present were T E Campbell Aaron Campbell Carl Coffin and Duane of Promise City Fred Hahn and Frederick Wilbur Neil and Bertha Louise of Maquoketa Eleanor Muller the honorees Mop and Mrs Miller. They were married August 31 1898 and lived on a Miller church community farm before moving to Moravia about four years ago.

W. N. Miller Wilbur Miller T. E. Campbell Aaron Campbell Carl Coffin Duane Promise City Fred Hahn Fredrick Wilbur Neil Bertha Louise Maquoketa Eleanor Muller

Glick Reunion Held in Moravia Park

The annual Glick reunion gathered in Moravia Park on Sunday, August 31. Attendees included Dwight Glick of Rockford, Max McDanel and Jo Ellen, Charles from Clinton, Francis Argo and Coleen, Oska loosa, Cyril McDanel and Moulton, Ross Wells, Lloyd E. Luse, Craig Coulter, Harry M. Phillips and Janet, Glen, Rosemary, and David from Center ville, Harry Vans Antwerp, Plano, Doyle McDanel and Mervin, Gaylord McDanel, M. E. McDanel, Estel Gay and Sharon, Earl, J R Callen, Loren Walter, Shirley Anne, Sharon, Joyce, and Connie. Guest G T Harn of Los Angeles, Calif., attended.

Glick Moravia Park Mra Dwight Glick Rockford Jr1 Max, McDanel Ellen Charles Clinton Francis Argo Coleen Jo- Jean Carol Darrel Oskaloosa Cyril Mc«Danel Moulton Ross Wells Loren Walter Shirley Anne Sharon Joyce Connie G. T. Harn Los Angeles Calif Was & Guest

3 Bs Club Members Enjoy Overnight Outing

Members of the 3 B s club and sponsor Rev. Evan Stroud enjoyed a Friday evening hike and overnight campout. They sold homemade ice cream and cake to the public Saturday in Moravia park, with gate funds added to the treasury to cover Little Cabin in the Woods expenses.

3 B's Club Evan Stroud Moravia Park

F A A Captures 23 Ribbons at State Fair Show

Moravia FFA displayed 22 market lambs at the Town State Fair with events held Friday August 29 and sales on September 1. Members Rex Foster Bob Wilson Jack Wilson Jerry Brown Ed Clark Bob Sandifer Ray Vance earned multiple ribbons across medium and heavyweight classes while the chapter group placed sixth with 10 sheep.

Moravia Future Farmers of America Rex Foster Bob Wilson Jack Wilson Jerry Brown Ed Clark Bob Sandifer Raymond Vance Edj Clark Leon McDanel Tack Wilson Ray Vance

Des Moines Couple Wed In Afton Catholic Ceremony

Miss Florence Dittmer of Des Moines daughter of Frank Dittmer of Lacona wed Richard Callen of Des Moines son of Gilbert and Mrs Callen of Mystic. The double ring ceremony was held at St Edward Catholic church Afton at 9 am on Saturday August 30. The couple will reside in Des Moines after a short wedding trip.

Florence Dittmer Des Moines Frank, Dittmer Lacona Richard Callen Gilbert Callen Mystic St. Edward Catholic Church Afton Father O'Riley Giles Ripperger Lewis Ripperger

Hiner Reunion Held at Centerville Park

Descendants of the late Dave and Mary Hiner held their annual reunion at Centerville park on a Sunday in August with strong attendance. A cooperative noon dinner was served, followed by a business meeting led by president Pearl Kelsey, a program, and recreational games. Officers elected for the next year included president Pearl Kelsey and vice president Billy Hiner.

Dave Mary Hiner Centerville Park Pearl Kelsey Francon Teater Verda Argo Hazel Rinehart Billy Hiner Howard Teater Berle Beaty Garnet Talbot John McAninch

Hiatt Family Reunion Announced for Sept Seven

The annual Hiatt reunion will be held Sunday September 7 at Centerville Park inviting all relatives to attend.

Centerville Park

Adult Homemaking Classes Planned for Fall Term

The adult homemaking council met August 26 at Mrs. W. L. Palmer's home to plan 19 classes from September 17 to November 19 starting at 7 30. Topics include Flower arrangement Swing machine attachments freezing foods color cues cake decorating aluminum tray etching tailoring techniques and a pot luck supper with a speaker.

Omemaking Council W. L. Palmer Mauker Dored Fred Hammond Chester Broshar Zell Callen Grant Tadlock

Grace Methodist Church Sunday Schedule and Picnic

Grace Methodist Church hosts Sunday school at 10 00 a m with Mra Karl Tuttle as superintendent and Dr J Richard Sneed speaking at 11 00 a m A basket dinner follows to honor the Sneeds and G T Harn All invited The children’s missionary group meets September 10 in the park from 4 00 to 5 30 p m with Mia and Loren Walter leading

Grace Methodist Church Mra Karl Tuttle J. Richard Sneed Sneeds G. T. Harn Park Mia Loren Walter

Flower Exhibits at Fall Festival Display Rules

Flower exhibitors of all ages should follow the entry list for each kind of bloom. Entries require minimum counts such as three blooms for several varieties and five blooms for others, with all displays in quart jars or milk bottles. New floor basket bouquets or arrangements classify larger artistic displays for halls and churches.

Evangelical United Brethren Church Sees Guest Sermon

The Evangelical United Brethren Church omits its morning worship next Sunday to hear Dr. J Richard Sneed of First California at Moravia Methodist. Sneed, a Moravian native, is expected to be joined by his Illinois-based mother. Extension presentation is moved to Sunday Sept 14. Evening services remain unchanged with Youth Fellowship at 6:30 and Praise and Prayer Service at 7:30.

Evangelical United Brethren Church Evan Stroud Harold Mason J. Richard Sened First Methodist Church Los Angeles California Moravia Methodist Church Sneed Illinois Iowa

Church notices for Rev Evans service schedule

The Church of Christ presents Rev W F T Evans as minister with Sunday School at 9 or 10 a m and morning service at 11 a m. Communion and sermon at 2 30 p m. Prayer service and 7 30 p m Thursday, choir practice in the evening. Winnie DuVall mentioned in the notice.

Church of Christ W. F. T. Evans Mra Winnie DuVall

Heaton Gladiolus Farm Hosts George Family Reunion

Mr and Mrs Cody Luse and Mr and Mrs Ron Woodward attended a George family reunion at the Heaton farm in Belleview Nebraska on a weekend. The 150 acre gladiolus plot provided a bright backdrop as Mr Heaton had just returned from the International Gladiolus show in Sioux City Iowa with multiple blue ribbons. Kayen Ronnie and Georgie Woodward stayed with their grandparents Mr and Mrs Harry Woodward over the weekend.

Cody Luse Ron Woodward George Wendell Heaton Belleview Nebru Heaton Mr. Heaton Sioux City Kayen Ronnie Georgie Woodward Harry Woodward

Church Notices From Nazarenes and Miller Baptist

The Glen Cantrell Church of the Nazarene lists Sunday School at 10:60 a.m. worship at 11:00 a.m. Evening service 7:30 p.m. Evangelistic service 8:00 p.m. Thursday prayer meeting at noon. Miller Baptist Church with Fay E. Garner as pastor has Sunday School at 1:30 p.m. and preaching at 2:30 p.m. Welcome.

Church of the Nazarenes Glen Cantrell James ‘Main Frank Woodward

Mrs Blackman Wins Ribbons at State Fair and Corydon

Mrs M K Blackman earned a blue ribbon and two red ribbons for hooked wool rugs at the state fair last week. She previously won a first prize at the Wayne County fair in Corydon.

M. K. Blackman Wayne County Corydon

Moravia Methodist Opens Faith Year with Services

Moravia church invites parishioners to Sunday School at 9 30 a m and public worship at 10 15 a m with Dr Richard Sneed preaching at the Methodist church. Quarterly Conference and family night supper and fellowship are set for Thursday evening Sept 4 at 6 30 p m with Dr Maberry directing the business meeting and new church legislation discussion.

Moravia Richard Sneed Maberry

Bennett dies at Beloit Wisconsin at August 27

Mrs Blanch Bennett dies at Beloit Wisconsin on August 27. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs Billy Argo and remembered by many in the Iconium community where she formerly lived. She is survived by two daughters.

Blanch Bennett Beloit Wsconsin Billy Argo Iconium

Meeting of Tractor Rodeo Judges and Timers

A meeting of the judges and timers is set for Saturday night at 8 30 in the Community building. Attending are Dale Williams Basil Tadlock Harold Mason Harold Hawk Bill Wilson Frank Wilson Ernie Kincade Loren Walter Ralph Spencer Zell Callen and John Main.

Dale Williams Basil Tadlock Harold Mason Harold Hawk Bill Wilson Frank Wilson Ernie Kincade Loren Walter Ralph Spencer Zell Callen John Main

Moravia High Alumni Picnic Set at Moravia Park

Moravia high school alumni plan a park picnic on Sunday inviting all alumni and families. The date shown as Sept 34 is likely incorrect. event details emphasize a community gathering at Moravia Park.

Moravia

Opening Moravia School Marks Fresh Enrollment Day

Moravia school doors opened Monday as 298 students began a new year, up 14 from last year. High school enrollment rose by five, with detailed class rosters across Freshman to Senior levels and officer elections held Wednesday. Baseball coach Tassell started practice with 50 aspirants, few returning lettermen, and a slate of four fall games plus a sectional tournament. Jerry Brown placed third among 440 4-H livestock judging participants at the state fair.

Franklin Farmers Jerry Brown Jerry Moravia Tuttle Stixrud Paul Turner Maxine Firkins Reasurer Judy Martin Charlotte McAninch Sargent-At-Arms James Easter John Brown Lloyd Wolf Charles Turner Leon McDanel Dick Albertson Richard Tomlin Bob Sandifer Main Mr. Strautman Paul Wilson Jack McDanel Gordon Massman Bill Bishop Rex Overturf Phillip Miller Kathryn McDanel Robert Potts Frank Rinehart Marilyn Landgrebe Assoc Charles Horn Tassel Senilors John Veak John Proctor Norma Cochran LaVern Massman Larry Easter Calhoun Cincinnati Blakesburg Mystic

Moravian Fall Festival Set for Three Day Event

Next week the Moravian Fall Festival, led by R. R. Pennington Mearl Walter P K Horner and Mrs Warren DuVall, will open with REA day and free stage entertainment. Garden and farm exhibits are expected to be larger, with entries closing Thursday evening and hobby show deadlines. A tractor rodeo offering 70 dollars in prizes debuts Saturday at 10:00 am, with more details on page two.

R. R. Pennington Mearl Walter P. K. Horner Bert Turner Art Fox

Garden Club Plans Float for Moravia Festival

Moravia Garden club met with 17 members present led by Mrs. J. R. Callen. The group planned a float for the Moravia Fall Festival on Sept. 12 with Ira Boyer as chair and several assistants. Mrs. Tisue demonstrated a vegetable arrangement and members discussed the recent Edayville flower show.

Moravia Ira Boyer Earl Boyer Lester Sawyer B. F. Whitehead Harley Tisue T. R. Gardner Tisue Edayville

Harris Family Honored At Birthday Dinner

Mrs Rowena McFatridge hosted a family dinner honoring Bill Harris on his birthday. The Harris couple left for El Paso after a weeklong visit with Mr and Mrs Emil Halden and Bill’s mother. Dianne Harris remained with the Emil Haldens for a longer stay.

Rowena McFatridge Bill Harris

Mustering Out Pay Blanks Available for Korean Veterans

The Moravia Legion Post has secured mustering out pay blanks for Korean veterans. Returning veterans may obtain blanks with Legion Post assistance in processing or by contacting Larry Brooks.

Moravia Legion Post Legion Post Larry Brooks

Mrs Curtis Burton Suffers Hand Burns From Parafin Fire

Mrs Curtis Burton received painful burns on her hand Saturday afternoon when hot paraffin on the stove caught fire.

Curtis Burton

Co op Supper Honors California Relatives

Relatives attended a cooperative supper Monday evening at Olin Foster home for his nephew Dale Wren and wife of Los Angeles California. Attendees from Albia Cen terville and San Diego shared a social evening with visiting and moving pictures. Grandparents Henry Foster could not attend due to illness.

Olin Foster Dale Wren Los Angeles California Claude Wren Bonnie Max Wren Albia W. D. Bailey San _ Diego Calif John Eaton Gerald Briggs Robert Harry Brown Janet Delores Centerville Trenton Merkcle David Barbara Jean Forest Mericle Dwight Junior Betty Jean Rex Ira Stevens Judy Henry Foster

Also Mentioned on This Page

James Wilson Albia Grove Ft. Leonard Wood Ft.eonard Wood C. E Bloomfield Louemma Palmer W. M N. Millers BS Club F. A Hiner Caurcues Belleview, Nebr Fred Ketch Ventriloquist Rey and Nevers Conrand and Simons Tconium Methodist Garden Club Harris Evangelist Schafiner Ferriday Paul Louis Schafiner John L. Dodd
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