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Read The Union Keep Posted THE MORAVIA UNION Buy War Bonds And Stamps WINNER OP SECOND PLACE IN 1944 IOWA PRESS ASSOCIATION CONVENTION GENERAL EXCELLENCE CONTEST FOR NEWSPAPERS IN TOWNS UNDER 1,000 POPULATION. VOLUME 44 Moravia, Iowa, Thursday, January 4, 1945 Number 1 This and That by H.K.S. December Bond Sales Break Record Here we are back in the harness at the old stand after a vacation of two and one-half years from newspaper work. A return to the staff of the Union in the capacity of editor-manager was not among our plans for the present or the future. But here we are and we'll try to make the best of it.

This war seems to be making more and more of us do many things we hadn't planned to do. And we should not complain because there are so many others whose program of life has been more severely and seriously interrupted, to say nothing of the real tragedies of it all. Quite naturally, many comments have been made to us about this business of playing the dual role, and will about the" busy hours that be -involved. Some have encouraged, some have discouraged, some sympathized, and so on. But the remark that impressed us most and which really hit the nail on the head, so to speak, was that of the lady who said something like this: "You're going to be quite a busy man, aren't you.

But this war is causing many people to pitch in, work extra hours and do things they didn't think they could In other words, our lot is just about like that of the "mill run." Last week we encouraged you to expect some further announcements regarding future ment of the Union. There still doesn't seem to be anything more definite than that yours truly has taken over, and with the help of Leila Day, the son, Richard, who says "we can do it, Dad," the daughter, Maxine, and the numer- oue news writers and correspondents we will carry on until such a time as other arrangements can be made. For the past three months we have been angling for a successor to Wayne Davis, but we've gotten about the same results as one would get fishing for fish without any bait on the hook. May we repeat, you can help us by turning in all the news you can and by being patient with us if we are a little late some weeks in itting the paper into the mails. However, we do not anticipate that it Will happen often.

For an indefinite period, the time of mailing The Union will be changed from Wednesday evening to Thurs day thus giving us several more day-time hours and an evening, if necessary, to get the paper ready for' the press. This change of mailing time will affect only those people living in Moravia who have been accustomed to receiving their paper at the pout- office late Wednesday afternoon, and occasionally those living on the Albia and Centerville routes. With rare exception, the papers will leave the Moravia postoffice on the same trains as ureviously. And now it is our intention to say some nice things about the Davises, who have proven themselves such fine folks and have made so many friends during their stay in Moravia. And they do not stop at just being fine folks.

They have proven very capable, ambitious, and honorable in conducting the community's newspaper, and we think the public appreciated their efforts. At any rate the business has prospered in every department and the sub- scription'list has increased stead ily. This doesn't happen when just anybody is running the business. One fine compliment to the "green kid's" (as he called himself last week) accomplishments came last spring when the Iowa Press Association awarded the Union second place for general excellence among newspapers in towns undei population. So many people have -How fortunate we were when we leased the business to "the kid" that we've come to believe just that.

SuYeJy, it was a good day for ua when we met Wayne Davis, and we appreciate the good work of some friends who persuaded him to lease the Union. Without any qualifications at all we can truthfully say we regret deeply that it is necessary for Wayne to now terminate that lease contract. However, it seems that Uncle Samuel has a priority over most everything nowadays, especially young men, and we are mighty proud that the Union can let him have another good one. Mr. and Mrs.

Davis departed from Moravia early this week for Nacogdoches, (what-a-name) Texas, where they will spend some time with his parents, Dr. and Mrs. W. R. Davis, pending Wayne's call for induction into service which he has reason to believe will be this month.

They plan to return here for a short time in about two weeks. We'll just put off saying so-long until then. George Railing, east of Moravia, is having: considerable success catching horned owls. G. B.

Johnson Passed Away At Home Here G. B. Johnson, 77, a lifetime of 'this vicinity, passed away at his home in Moravia at about 3 a. Wednesday, Jan. 3.

Death followed an illness that had extended over a long period of Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Thelma Wilson, and two granddaughters, Jane and Mary Coralyn Wilson. Funeral services will be held at the Turner Funeral Home in Moravia at 2:00 o'clock Friday afternoon, with the Rev. L. B.

Hawes officiating. Burial will be in the Moravia cemetery. The body.will je at the Turner Funeral Home until time of service. G. as he was familiarly known to a wide circle of acquaintances and friends, was born on a farm near Moravia, the son of Mr.

and Mrs. R. K. Johnson. He was the last member of his family.

Following their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson lived on the-farm (or a time and then moved into Moravia where Mr. Johnson 'was engaged in various enterprises. During his residence in Moravia lie has been active in public affairs and contributed of his time and ability to the welfare of the community.

One of his most outstanding public works was his long period of service in connection with the Moravia Fall Festival. For eleven years he was president of that organization, resigning the position when his health would not permit him to continue. He had also served on other Festival committees in the years previous to his tenure as president. Mr. Johnson was widely known for his activities in the Odd Fellow and Rebekah lodges.

He had.been a member of those orders for more than 50 he was years, district At various tittles representative to the Grand Lodge of Iowa, andjiad, held many "offices, in the local lodges. He was also a member of the Moravia Methodist church. AT THE CHURCHES Church of Christ W. J. HASTIE, Pastor 10:00 a.

Bible School, Winnie DuVall, Superintendent 10:50 a. Communion Service. Invitation to all. 6:30 p. Sunday evening, Christian Endeavor.

Union In Mail Thursday For an indefinite period, the time of mailing the Union will be changed from Wednesday evening to Thursday morning, thus allowing several more daytime hours and an evening, if necessary, to get the paper ready for the press. This change of mailing time will affect only those people living in Moravia who have been accustomed to receiving their paper at the postoffice late Wednesday afternoon, and occasionally those living on the Albia and Centerville routes. With rare exceptions, the papers will leave the Moravia postoffice oh the same trains as previously. Eastern Stars, Masons Install New Officers In a joint ceremony at the Masonic hall Monday night, officers of Moravia Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star and of Antiquity Lodge No. 252, A.

F. A. were installed for the new Jn The FIGHT LT. MAX MARTIN MAY BE RETIRED FROM Lt. Max Martin, who is spending a 48-day furlough with his family in Moravia, expects to be retired from the service after reporting back to Jefferson Barracks, Mo.

Lt, Martin was, a combat casualty in the Italian theatre several months ago and has been at Schick hospital in Clinton since being returned to the states. Lt. Martin was one of the first to go overseas, going as a sergeant with an infantry company of the 34th Division to England. From there he was returned to the states for officer training, was commissioned a second lieutenant and later advanced to the grade of 1st lieutenant. Going again overseas he was on duty in Italy.

Charles Faber', of Treasure Island, spent Christmas day with his cousin, Dean Faber anl family, at Modesto, Calif. Dean is assistant manager at Moore's Jeep plant at Modesto. SENDS. GERMAN HELMET AS Mr. and Winston DuVall have received a German helmet Rev.

Jay S. Phipps, who has been i ce were installed by the pastor, year. Mrs. Icel Broshar, retiring Church of the Nazarene 10:00 a. m.

Sunday School, M. H. Johnson, Superintendent. 11:00 a. Morning Worship.

7:00 p. N. Y. P. 5.

7:30 p. Evening Service. 7:30 p. Thursday, Prayer and Bible Study. Methodist Church L.

B. HAWES, Pastor 10:00 a. Church School, Mrs. D. E.

Bishop, Superintendent. 11:00 a. Morning Worship. 4:00 p. Childrens meeting, ages 4-10.

Mrs. Blumenstock is leader. 6:30 p. Can-Do Fellowship. p.

Senior Fellowship. 7:30 p. Evening Service. 7:30 p. Wednesday, Membership Training class.

Thursday evening will be Church Night with a cooperative supper. Everyone is invited and urged to be present. There will be a short worthy matron, acted as installing matron for the Eastern Star, Mrs. Lucille Carter, installing marshall; Mrs. Lorene Halden, installing chaplain; Mrs.

Nadine Winsler, pianist. Installing officers for the Masons were Don Pettibone, retiring worshipful master, installing master; C. C. Coulson, marshall; Howard Smith, chaplain and Mrs. Nadine Winsler.

organist. Officers installed fpr the Eastern Star were Mrs. Virginia Pettibone, worthy matron; Don Pettibone, worthy patron; Mrs. Madeline Rose, associate matron; H. N.

Utterback, associate patron; Mrs. Marjorie Coulson, conductress; Mrs. Lucille Carter, associate conductress; Mrs. Margaret Callen, chaplain; Mrs. Icel Broshar, marshall; Mrs.

Mamie Blumenstock, organist; Mrs. Louemma Palmer, Ada; Mrs. Leona Scott, Ruth; Mrs. Doris Wilson, Esther; Margaret Ward, Martha; Mrs. Rowena McFatridge, Electa; Mrs.

Jennie Johnson, warder; George Scott, sentinel. During the installation ceremony of the Eastern Star, Mrs. Nadine Winsler sang to the new worthy matron and worthy patron. She was accompanied by Mrs. Mamie Blumenstock.

The past matrons jewel was presented to Mrs. Icel Broshar by Mrs. Madeline Rose. Masonic officers installed were Lloyd Rose, worshipful master; Trenton Wilson, senior warden; Loyd Carter, junior warden; John Dille, treasurer; J. D.

Minnes, secretary; Don Pettibone, senior deacon; Kenneth Condra, junior deacon; Howard Smith, chaplain; Harold Mason, senior steward; George Scott, junior steward; C. C. Coulson, marshall; W. P. Davis, organist; Albert Brain, tyler.

The past masters jewel was presented to Don Pettibone by H. Smith. After several short talks, refreshments were served. which was sent to them by Paul Stafford from Italy. Sgt.

Stafford, who has seen considerable action with the 34th division Italy, has recently been hospitalized 'or an illness but latest word received here was that he was re- iovering and expected soon to go to duty in the front lines. Maurice Walter, and Mrs. iValter have returned to San Diego, after a holiday visit at the parental M. E. Walter home and with other relatives enterville.

following o'clock. the supper at nig m. Friday, Prayer meet- upper room. Wesley Chapel 9:45 a. Worship Service.

10:45 Chuwh School, Virgil Dooley Superintendent. Supt. MacCannon To Speak Dr. G. E.

MacCannon of Des Moines, superintendent of United Brethren churches of Iowa, will be here Thursday to conduct the quarterly conference. He will preach at 7:30 p. and then have charge of the business session following his message. Everyone is invited for the preaching hour. Rev.

Jay S. Phippa Rev. Jay Phipps Called To Church At Council Bluffs Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Long of Centerville announce the marriage of their daughter, Betty Jane, to Wilbur Phillips, son of Mr.

and Mrs. Walter Phillips of Centerville route two. The ceremony was performed at 5:30 p. Sunday, Dec. 24, at the Moravia Nazarene church with the Rev.

Jay S. Phipps officiating. The bride was attired in a light blue wool street length dress with navy hue accessories. Her attendant, Miss Norma Horstman, wore a gold colored wool dress with brown accessories. For something old the bride carried a dainty lace trimmed handkerchief that her ninety-year-old great grandmother, Mrs.

Izora Tucker, made from her wedding skirt which she wore sixty-nine years ago. something borrowed, Mrs. Phillips her attendant's gold heart shaped locket. The bridegroom and his attendant, Bill Shubat, of Chicago, Ill- wore blue suits. The couple will make their home on a farm north of Centerville.

W.S.C.S. Officers Installed At an impressive service following the regular morning worship hour Sunday at the Methodist church the new officers of the Women's Society of Christian Serv- here and at BILL LUSE IN Mrs. Raymond, Ashby of Moravia has received', a letter from her son, Corp. Bill Luse, which states he has arrived safely in Brigand. He says it is much like being in the United States since his surroundings are mostly American.

HINER COMPLETES 35 MISSIONS, SI Sgt. William Max Hiner has neen advanced to the rank of according to word received lere by his mother, Mrs. Lew Hiner. He is stationed in England and has now completed his tour af 35 missions as tail gunner on a B-17. He expects to come home on a furlough at an early date.

CARL LUSE According to word received by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Coy Luse of Centerville, Carl Luse, Marine Private, who went through the New Britain Campaign and 15 days of'the Peleliu fighting, is recuperating in fine shape at the Great Lakes hospital. He went into service on Nov. 15, 1942, and has seen a great deal of combat.

DON DAVIS Don Davis, AVS, U. S. Navy, in V-12 schooling at Bowling Green, Ohio, has returned to his duties after spending a holiday leave with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Davis, and family at Blakesburg, here.

and with relatives Pvt. Glen Sharp of Camp Hood, Texas, spent the holidays here with his wife and children, Elaine and Jackie. of the Moravia Church of Nazarene for the past 10 months, has been called to Central Church of the Nazarene at Council Bluffs. Iowa. He resigned the )astorate here at the evening serv- ce last Sunday in order to accept new appointment.

According Rev. Phipps, the family plans to "eave here Friday. Rev. Burd of Iberia, has nominated to succeed Rev. Phipps as pastor of the local church, and will be votel on at the morning service next Sunday.

Rev. Phipps, with his wife and small daughter, Faith Kay, came to Moravia Sept. 1, 1943, to become the first pastor of the newly organized Moravia Church of the Nazarene. His pastorate has'been inusually successful, and he and his iamily have made a host of friends in the community who will regret very much that they have been callel to another field. Soon after Rev.

Phipps began bis pastorate here, a church building program was undertaken and brought to a successful conclusion. Through the diligent efforts of the pastor and the congregation, the church was dedicated several months ago, clear of all indebtedness. Later the Nazarene people purchased the former E. L. Main residence as a parsonage, and the indebtedness oh this has been substantially reduced under Rev.

Phipps supervision. In talking with a representative of The Union, Rev. Phipps expressed his regrets about leaving Moravia and stated that he personally appreciated the fine cooperation the church has received from the people of the community during his pastorate. "The very splendid spirit of cooperation of the other churches during our evangelistic campaigns, and the many gifts given to construct the church and to purchase the parsonage have been greatly appreciated," stated Rev. Phipps, "and we shall always remember the people of Moravia and vicinity for this spirit of fellowship." Rev.

Phipps will deliver a farewell message in a service at the church this Thursday evening. United Brethren G. M. TALBOTT, Pastor 10:00 a. Church School, Donald Jones, Superintendent.

10:60 a. Worship Service. 6:30 p. Christian Endeavour 7:30 p. Evening Service.

Prayer meeting Thursday afternoon at 2:30. Will Not Invalidate More Food Stamps Before March No more red and blue food ra- jtion stamps will be invalidated until at least March 1, it has been announced by the Office of Price Administration. "No termination date has been set either for red or blue stamps validated for December," the agency stated. "They will not be invalidated in January or February." VAUGHN FABER AT JEFFERSON At last report, Vaughn Faber son of Mr. and Mrs.

Richard Faber was still at Jefferson Barracks. where he went a couple of weeks ago as a voluntary inductee from Monroe county. Rev. L. B.

Hawes. The officers include Mrs. Raymond Ashby, president; Mrs. Stella Carter, vice-president; Mrs. W.

B. Scarcliff corresponding secretary; Mrs. Lee Hiatt, recording secretary; Mrs. Lester Brain, treasurer; Mrs. T.

R. Gordner, secretary of local church activities; Mrs. Howard Smith, secretary of missionary education; Mrs. Karl Turtle, secretary of Youth Fellowship groups Mrs. Chester Broshar, children's work; Mrs.

Harry Glick, secretary of literature; Mrs. L. B. Hawes, spiritual life; Mrs. W.

V. Murdy, supplies. Burial Service For Mrs. Otha Hoskinson Held Here Mrs. Mary Hoskinson received word of the death of her sister-in- law, Mrs.

Otha Hoskinson, who died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Crider, in Des Moines. The body was brought to Moravia Saturday for interment, and short graveside services were held at 2 p. m. with the Rev.

G. M. Talbott of the United Brethren church officiating. The deceased is survived by the daughter. She was Miss Ida Hauk before her marriage to Hoskinson.

Her husband died 40 years ago. Local Post Office Reports Sales Of $18,018.75 County Exceeds Quota In Sixth Loan Drive Bond sales at the Moravia post- office during ber exceedec the month of Decem- the previous record month by more than $1,600. according to a statement issued by Postmaster J. D. Minnes early this week.

The purchase value of bonds sold totaled $18,018.75. Of the different denomination of bonds sold there were six $1,000 bonds; 17, $500s; 66, $100s; 36, $60s and 49 $25 bonds. The number of bonds sold through the Moravia postoffice during the Sixth War Loan Drive totaled $26,306.25, which amount represents the purchase value of the bonds. In purchasing this large number of series bonds through the local postoffice, people of this vicinity were instrumental in helping Appanoose county exceed its quota for the Sixth War Loan Drive. Clarence Hood, chairman of War Finance, speaking for the county War Finance Committee, on New' Years day announced the success of the drive and congratulated citizens of the county for their worthy effort.

The over all quota for Appanoose county was $624,000. The amount raised was $766,809. Double Eight Club New Years The Double Eight club held their He "has i annual New Years Eve party Suna trap on top of a high pole, and day evening at the home of Mr. and when the birds come around look- Mrs. Emil Halden.

The club mem- ing for chickens the trap snaps at them and there they are. caught three recently. He bers enjoyed a cooperative supper and later in the evening Mrs. Balden served ice cream and cake. Willing Workers Club At Argo The Willing Workers club members and their families held their annual dinner at the home of Mr.

and Mrs. Roscoe Argp on New Years day. A bountiful dinner was enjoyed at noon, after which there was a gift exchange. lee cream and cake were served before the guests departed for their homes. A day was spent.

very enjoyable PURPLE HEART AWARD ON For the benefit of those who have never seen one of the Purple Heart medals, the awarded to Orman one recently Whicker has Union days. Davises Honored By Scout Group Mr. and Mrs. Wayne P. Davis were guests of honor at a cooperative dinner at the Legion Home last Thursday evening.

The affair was a farewell gesture for the Davises, and was sponsored by a group of the mothers of members of Boy Scout Troop No. 40. Mrs. Margery Tracy was chairman of committee in charge, the dinner, W. B.

as master of cere- Troy Adams Named Scoutmaster; Hawes Is Troy Adams has been selected as scoutmaster of Moravia Troop No. 40, succeeding Wayne Davis. He will be assisted by Rev. L. B.

program: Boy Scout songs led by Charles Burton; History of Troop 40, Jack Broshar; Why 1 Like To Be a Boy Scout, George Tracy; Words of Appreciation from a Scout Mother, Mrs. Frank Wilson; short talks, Mrs. Margery Tracy, Troy Adams, Rev. L. B.

Hawes. As a token of appreciation for his Hawes. Scouting is not a new i services as Scoutmaster of Troop thing for Adams as he advanced 40, Mr. Davis was presented with a to the Star Scout rank with the! War Bond which was a gift from Iconium troop a few years ago. Meetings of the troop will be held at the Legion Home in the future.

ROLAND HAS L. A. Roland is a victim of the mumps and has not been at the D-X station for several days. Freeman Jolly has been helping out at the station. parents and friends of Scouts.

Mr. Davis was instrumental in organizing- the Scout troop in 1943 and has served that time. as scoutmaster since Included among the large number present for ihe dinner and program were members of Scout Troop -10, members of the troop committee, parents and friends of Scouters. Earlene Spencer, Ralph Davis Married Saturday At Albia Miss Francis Earlene Spencer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.

J. E. Spencer of Albia. and Charles Ralph Davis, son of Mr. and Mrs.

0. G. Davis of Moravia, were united in marriage at the parsonage of the First Methodist church in Albia Saturday, Dec. 30, at high noon. Rev.

Cecil A. Wells read the single ring ceremony in the presence of a few relatives and friends. The couple was attended by Rosemary Spencer, sister of the bride, and Jack McDonough. The bride was attired in a dress of white wool jersey with brown accessories, and had a corsage of red roses. The bridesmaid wore a gold and black dress with black accessories, and a corsage of sweet- The bridegroom wore a jrown pinstripe suit and a carnation boutonmere.

The bestman was also dressed in brown and had carnation boutonniere. Mrs. Davis was graduated from Albia high school with the class of 1942. She has been employed in war work in Des Moines for the past several months. Mr.

Davis, who is farming with his father, was graduated from Moravia high school class with the class of 1937. The bridal party and guests were entertained at a wedding dinner at the Dalin Cafe following the service. The three-tiered wedding cake wfcs adorned with a miniature bride and bridegroom. Guests at the wedding included Mrs. Elmer Vance, sister of the bridegroom, and Mr.

Vance oj Detroit, Don L. Davis, U. S. Navy, nephew of the bridegroom, Bowling Green, Ohio, Mrs Jack McDonough of Moravia, Miss Georgia Bumgardner of Des Moines. Following a short trip the couple will be at home on the Davis farm northeast of Moravia.

Class Nine Officers Elected At Watch Night Service Members of Class Nine of the 'Methodist church Sunday School held their annual watch night service Sunday evening. There waa a cooperative supper at 6:30, and the regular evening service at 7:30. Following the preaching service, Fred Blumenstock, president of the class, presided for the business session. All the officers were reelected but one. The officers for the new year are president, Fred Blumenstock; vice-president, John Dodd; secretary, Mrs.

Stella Carter; treasurer, William Gardner; teacher, H. E. Glick; assistant teacher, Mrs. Fred Blumenstock. Chairmen of the various committees are Mrs.

Harry Glick, pcial; Mrs. Anna Kaster, invita- ion; Mrs. J. W. Halden, Tesolu- ions; Mrs.

John Dodd, reception ind Mrs. C. A. Turner, memorial. Scouters Report Of Weekly Those present at the weekly meeting of Scout Troop No.

40 ott 'uesday evening at the Legion lome, were Scoutmaster Troy- Adams; assistant scoutmaster, Rev, 4, B. Hawes; Jack Broshar, Billy Jroshar, Skippy Broshar, Roy Blester, Max Hammond, John liner, Richard McDanel, James 3awvel, Richard Smith, George Tracy, John Wilson, Bill Harris. Also present were W. B. Scar- liff and Fred Hammond, members if the scout committee.

Scout meetings will be held on Wednesday evening at 7:30 during the win- er months. Mr. and Mrs. Zell Callen anc daughter, Joan, spent Saturday uight and Sunday with his siater Mrs. Ralph Freeman and family at Creston.

VIrs. Turner Entertains Kensington Mrs. C. A. Turner entertained he members of the Kensington at her home Thursday.

Roll was answered with "Interest- ng Events of 1944." Mrs. Bernard Myers gave several Christmas readings, and the group sang Christmas carols, accompanied at the piano by Mrs. Bishop. Refreshments were serve close of the School Sess: Resumed Classes were resumed at the Moravia Public Schools Tuesday morning after a holiday vacation that extended over Christmas and New Years day. Mr.

and Mrs. Elmer Vance departed Sunday for their home at Detroit after a weeks visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. Davis, anl with his parents at Albia.

Other guests Day at the Davis home included Mr. and Mrs. Harold Davis and family of Blakesburg and their sou, Don, who is in the navy and stationed at Bowling Green, Ohio, Mjfj and Mrs. Russell Davis and family of Hartford..