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Newspaper
Moulton Weekly Tribune
Location
Moulton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1964
Page
3
The Moulton Christian and Moulton Methodist Churches sponsor a Vacation Church School starting Monday June 15 at 8 45 am for ages four through junior high. Students will meet at The Methodist Church for class assignments and dismissal at 11 15 each day.
June 14 marks the 187th anniversary of the Stars and Stripes, dating to the 1777 Resolution. The observance urges display of the flag and notes free dry cleaning of flags by veterans groups, plus a free booklet "Our Flag" from the Marine Corps Recruiting Station in Des Moines, Iowa.
Mary Lou McCullough and Douglas Horn of Burlington Indiana spent the Memorial Day weekend at the C. G. Cowell home. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Morrow of Laclede Missouri were Sunday visitors at the home of Mrs. Orpha Cochran. James and Mildred were also mentioned in the brief notes.
Members of the Coterie held their annual Spring Breakfast at Mrs. Orris Harringtons home on Tuesday morning with Mrs. James Kirkpatrick assisting. Bridge games awarded the prize to Mrs. Dan Wood.
In Appanoose County discussions flare over the high cost of elections and aging laws. A reader notes primary turnout in Washington township with 120 votes produced labor costs over 1.25 dollars per vote, plus printed materials. The piece urges revising polling-site rules to cut waste while mentioning Sheriff Paul Thomas may run as an Independent. It also lightly references local humor, drought, and July 4th fireworks.
The piece weighs two dull summer hazards TV repeats and political talking points. It argues both fatigue viewers as spring into the heat, highlighting weariness with media cycles and campaign cadence. The commentary reflects a skeptical, faintly grumpy mood about current broadcasts and political appeals.
Russell W. Morrow 61 lifelong Dean resident died suddenly while working in the field last Thursday. He had been in failing health but his condition was not thought serious. Born May 10 1903 near Dean Iowa he married Ada Smith on August 26 1922. They had two children Wilma Watkins and Max Morrow. Surviving are a brother Hubert Morrow five grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral at Hilltown Christian Church conducted by Rev Gaylon Decious with burial nearby.
Frank Pitts aged 82 died at his Phoenix Arizona home on May 18 after about two months of illness. He formerly lived in Moulton where he was a Wabash Railroad lineman and later moved to Des Moines before settling in Phoenix. Survived by his wife three daughters and four grandchildren. Funeral and burial were in Phoenix with Masonic graveside rites.
Mrs Ambrose Hill remains listed in critical condition at Davis County Hospital after suffering a stroke at her home on June 2. Doctors report she is holding her own as the patient receives treatment and monitoring.
Mrs. Pearl Childs returned the past week from Kansas City Missouri where she had been visiting in the homes of her sons Robert and Ronald Childs.
Mr and Mrs Bud Hargraves and Mr and Mrs Jerry Probasco were Sunday callers at the Jerry Kirby home while Mr and Mrs Otis Horn were evening visitors at the Kirby home.
Reisa Smiley will marry Ronald Truax of Crystal Lake Illinois in a ceremonial wedding at Moulton Methodist Church on Saturday June 13 at 3 00 p m Miss Smiley is the granddaughter of Mr and Mrs Glen Eagle of Moulton
Mosquito control helps outdoor comfort and health by eliminating breeding sites. Larvicides used during the wriggler stage can reduce numbers, but success requires community effort to remove water pools, cover containers, fill low spots, stock fish in ponds, and refresh bird baths regularly.
Mr and Mrs C G Cowell visited Mr and Mrs Alfred Burrows in Burlington from Tuesday to Saturday. They attended the graduation of their grandson Bob Burrows from high school Thursday evening. Mr and Mrs Earl Burrows of Moulton also attended the graduation exercises.
William L. Evans 88 former local school instructor and basketball coach died at Davis County Hospital after a period of declining health. Born January 7 1876 in Davis County he taught and once served as local school principal. Survived by sister Stella Johnson and several nieces and nephews. Funeral in Bloomfield conducted by Rev Quentin Johnson with burial at Johnson Cemetery near Monterey.
Mrs Ethel Tharp age 72 of Centerville died at her home last Saturday after a lingering illness She is survived by two daughters two sisters and four brothers Preceded in death by her husband parents a sister and brother Funeral services and burial were held in Centerville on Tuesday
Work on the road northwest of Moulton is rapidly nearing completion with grading finished. The project is undertaken by the Mott Construction Co and rock surfacing is planned for a later date.
Howard Henderson, 90, centerville justice of the peace, died at Golden Age Manor last Saturday after a period of ill health. He once partnered with George Elliott in Appanoose County Abstract and Title. Funeral services were held Tuesday at Johnson Funeral Home in Centerville with burial at Oakland Cemetery.
Word comes from Moulton that Roy Beggs of Annapolis Maryland had a stroke about a week ago and is now in a hospital there. His condition is reported as well as can be expected. The Beggs were residents of Moulton many years ago.
Byranna Tait Pamela Bassett Linda Hetzler and Elizabeth Ann Hollenbeck performed in an informal contemporary music program hosted by instructor Gwendoline Driggs in Centerville last Saturday night.
Kirksville Jaycees finalize plans for a large Fourth of July event at the northeast Missouri fairgrounds with a carnival, afternoon and evening entertainment, a fireworks display, a chicken barbecue, and military exhibits. Attendees can view a Nike Ajax missile, an H-19 helicopter, a Minuteman display, and a Naval Air Station jet flyover. Afternoon program begins at 1 30 featuring the Guffey Family and candidate speeches, followed by the Possum Holler Opry at 7 30. Fireworks start at 9 00 as organizers aim for an old fashioned Independence Day.
Mrs W H Wright of Center ville along with Mr and Mrs Scotty How ard and family of Patterson Ta and Forest Bain and Mary Jane Howard attended Memorial weekend events hosted by BE A Howard.
Directors of the Moulton Udell Community School completed the teaching staff for the upcoming term. They issued a contract Monday night to Larry Coy of Kirksville Missouri to fill the final vacancy. Coy is a 1964 graduate of Kirksville State Teachers College and will teach Industrial Arts and Drivers Education. He is married with one child.
The Coatsville Holiness and Baptist churches unite for a 10 day Daily Vacation Bible School from June 15 to 1:30 3:30 p.m. at the Holiness Church. Rev and Mrs Reuben Lowery of Moulton Church of God Holiness will supervise and assist teaching. Pray for teachers and children.
Farmers in Appanoose County will host a Birdsfoot trefoil pasture tour on June 23. Missouri farmers from various areas plan visits to observe past and present pasture improvements, with local extension offices coordinating along with the Soil Conservation Service and Agricultural agencies.
Mrs. Myrtle Lings ey chairs the local cancer drive and reports Moulton residents contributed 50.90 in the just completed campaign.
Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Morgan have bought the Ben Brinegar property located on East 5th Street.
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