Volume 5, Issue No. 2, March/April 2013

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective: Saying goodbye to Abby and Hawkeye hero by Mike Chapman
4 – She was ‘Mamie’: First Lady legacy lives on in Boone by Michael Swanger
8 – Fort Dodge lad survived horrors of Civil War prison by Al Nelson
13 – Country Roads: Driving across Iowa in 1957 was far different by Arvid Huisman
15 – Earl May’s many skills helped him go to top of business world by John Skipper
19 – Elephant rampage made BIG news in Iowa in 1923 by Russell Corder
23 – The Way We Were: An Aladdin lamp was something special by John McNeer
24 – Fabulous Five put Iowa in Final Four twice in 1950s by Don Doxsie
27 – What’s In a Name: Mount Ayr rallies to combine past with the future by Mike Chapman
29 – Book reviews: Thompson uses poems to illuminate state history by William Sherman
31 – Oldest Czech Catholic Church is Spillville pride by Larry Ray Hurto
33 – Iowa History Quiz
36 – Letters to the Editor

Volume 5, Issue No. 1, January/February 2013

Contents
3 - Publisher’s Perspective: It’s tiny but Leland, Iowa, has lots to brag about by Mike Chapman
4 - Iowa’s singing cowboy Bob Baker once outranked Roy Rogers by Mike Chapman
8 - Sioux City actress starred with Baker
9 - World War II’s most daring raid included three Iowa fliers by Michael W. Vogt
13 - Country Roads: Phone service has seen huge changes by Arvid Huisman
14 - Iowa’s Field House boasts 85 years of fine memories by Tork Mason
19 - One man’s vision starts amazing chain of Casey’ stores
23 - The Way We Were: Terrible drought hit Iowa hard in 1934 by John McNeer
24 - The Iowan who made history with Lincoln by Jerry Harrington
26 - What’s In a Name: History abounds in this city on a slight mound called Mount Pleasant by Jessica Lowe
29 - Book reviews: Story of trampoline founder George Nissen has lots of bounce by Michael Swanger
31 – Iowa History Quiz
35 – Letters to the Editor

Volume 4, Issue No. 6, November/December 2012

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective: ‘Moon River’ memories of the kid from Wall Lake by Mike Chapman
4 – ‘We Stick Together:’ A lasting tribute to the Sullivan brothers by Jeff Stein
9 – James Hearst overcame tragedy to become Iowa’s farmer poet by Victor Verney
11 – Many Iowans dreamed of becoming President of the United States by Larry Ray Hurto
13 – Country Roads: Radio has a long, proud history in Iowa by Arvid Huisman
14 – Danish sculptor Petersen built a stunning legacy across Iowa by Bill Duffy
19 – Strange airships haunted skies in 1897 by Steven A. Arts
23 – The Way We Were: Gambling in Iowa has seen big changes by John McNeer
24 – Fayette dentist was also heck of a coach at Upper Iowa U. by Buck Turnbull
26 – What’s In a Name: Cresco calls itself “one in a million’ by John Skipper
29 – Book reviews: Iowa celebrated in two new books by Mike Chapman
31 – Iowa History Quiz
35 – Letters to the Editor

Volume 4, Issue No. 5, September/October 2012

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective: Story of a miracle that began in Iowa by Mike Chapman
4 – Jean Seberg’s legacy soaring again at home by Michael Swanger
9 – Bank robbery in Adel could have had huge impact on Iowa history by Mark Hanson
12 – Famous candy company has roots in Iowa by John Skipper
13 – Country Roads: Names of Iowa of towns can be confusing by Arvid Huisman
14 – Humboldt statue honors Frank Gotch
18 – Tough baseball manager was a hero to many Iowans by Jim Young
21 – Covered Bridges were hot long before the famous movie by Mary Halstrum
23 – The Way We Were: Remember when TV arrived on the scene by John McNeer
25 – After 100 years, Toledo still has a beautiful theatre by Jeff Stein
27 – Kalmes family has been serving Luxembourg fair for 172 years by Jessica Dunker
29 – More Iowas involved in Titanic tragedy
31 – Iowa History Quiz
36 – Letters to the Editor

Volume 4, Issue No. 4, July/August 2012

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective: Olympic legend Mathias recalled by Mike Chapman
4 – Olympic dreams blossom in Iowa over the decades by Don Doxsie
7 – Corydon still honors hero from 1932: by Mike Chapman
19 – Bill Smith is UNI’s only Olympic champion
11 – Pilot who dropped atomic bomb had roots in Iowa by Jeff Stein
13 – Country Roads: By whatever name, cricks are beautiful by Arvid Huisman
14 – Meteorite was a big hit ….74 million years ago by John Skipper
17 – Piano talents were Rogers Williams’ path to the top by Robert Weast
20 – The Iowans who brought down infamous Capone by Al Nelson
24 – The Way We Were: Ice cream was a very special treat by John McNeer
25 – Wolfe Eye Clinics started in 1919 in Marshalltown by Pete Hussmann
27 – Iowa almost fought Missouri in ‘Honey War’ by Kyle Martin
29 – Book Review: Little Heathens tells of Iowa life many years ago by Mike Chapman
31 – Iowa History Quiz
36 – Letters to the Editor

Volume 4, Issue No. 3, May/June 2012

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective: Brooklyn & Keokuk have John Wayne connections by Mike Chapman
4 – Wallace was one heartbeat away from the U.S. presidency by Jerry Harrington
8 – Unsinkable Memories: Iowa has many ties to Titanic tragedy by Jessica Lowe
11 – Iowa Country Roads: Opa and his horses: Lessons that endure by Arvid Huisman
12 – Diamond Gems: Iowans made “major” impacts in baseball by Don Doxsie
16 – USS Iowa is almost home by Jeff Lamberti
19 – We’ve been “Counting on EMC” for 100 years now by Pete Hussmann
21 – Andrew Carnegie gave libraries big boost in Iowa by Jen Kuenstling
23 – The Way We Were: Planting gardens is a key part of our heritage by John McNeer
25 – The Music Plays On: Val Air Ballroom still a very popular spot by Michael Swanger
28 – What’s In a Name: Osage: City of Maples has much to offer
29 – Book Review: The Depression Dilemmas of Rural Iowa 1929-1933 by Jeff Stein
31 – Iowa History Quiz
36 – Letters to the Editor

Volume 4, Issue No. 2, March/April 2012

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective: Teaching Iowa history results in special song by Mike Chapman
4 – King of the Band Circus Musician put Fort Dodge on the Map by Robert Weast
8 – A Different View: Young Blanche adjusts to a life of blindness by Peggy Chong
11- Iowa Country Roads: License plates faced a bumpy ride by Arvid Huisman
12 – Earl Caddock: Wrestling legend from Walnut by Mike Chapman
16 – The Graybeards: Older Iowans served during Civil War by Floyd E. Pearce
19 – Bogenrief Studios preserve buildings in Spencer area by John Busbee
23 - The Way We Were: Making laundry soap was memorable task by John McNeer
25 – WHO’s Jack Shelley told Iowans about their home state by Jeff Stein
27 - What’s In a Name: Railroads played key role in Oelwein by John Skipper
29 - Book Review: Iowan made history with her camera by Jessica Lowe
31 - Iowa History Quiz
33 – Waterloo names school in honor of Fred Becker
36 - Letters to the Editor

Volume 4, Issue No. 1, January/February 2012

Contents
3 - Publisher’s Perspective: 1956 was memorable for Many Iowans by Mike Chapman
4 - Ottumwa is home of Iowa’s top Beauty Queen by Michael Swanger
8 - The Iowa Senator who Saved the presidency of Andrew Johnson by Jerry Harrington
11- Iowa Country Roads: Not all Iowans Speak the Same by Arvid Huisman
12 – Iowa-Bred Alix Put Iowa on Racing Map by Roy Marshall
16 - In Basketball and in Life, Sharm Led the Way by Don Doxsie
19 - A Century of Excellence at Viking Pump by Pete Hussmann
23 - The Way We Were: Going to a Movie Theater was a Very Special Event by John McNeer
25 - Humboldt’s Humble Harry Reasoner Loved his Hometown by Phil Monson
27 - What’s In a Name: Clear Lake: From Boone to Holly, now a Water Wonderland by John Skipper
29 - Book Review: A week in June: When the Floods Hit our State by Jessica Lowe
31 - Iowa History Quiz
36 - Letters to the Editor

Volume 3, Issue No. 6, November/December 2011

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective: Iowa State Fair was good for IHJ by Mike Chapman
4 – Lou Hoover: Remarkable First Lady From Iowa by Jessica Lowe
8 – The Dirty Thirty Battled their Way into ISU History by Buck Turnbull
11 - Iowa Country Roads: You Might be an Iowan if … by Arvid Huisman
12 – Terrace Hill: The Tenacity of a True Iowa Treasure by John Busbee
17 – George Gallup Helped Make Opinions Matter by John Skipper
19 – Since 1928, Maid-Rite has been an Iowa Tradition by Mike Chapman
23 - The Way We Were: Remembering a Great Thanksgiving Overseas by John McNeer
25 – Lincoln Statue Debuted at Iowa Capitol 50 Years Ago
27 - What’s In a Name: P.O.W.s Made Big Impact on City of Algona
29 - Book Review: Early Days of Iowa Aviation a fascinating read by Pete Hussmann
31 - Iowa History Quiz
36 - Letters to the Editor

Volume 3, Issue No. 5, September/October 2011

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective: What Does It Mean To Be a Native Iowan? by Mike Chapman
4 – Meredith Willson’s Music and Memory Still Playing Well in Mason City by John Skipper
8 – Gene Baker Left His Mark on Baseball by Don Doxsie
11 - Iowa Country Roads: Taking a Trip to Tranquility by Arvid Huisman
12 – Salisbury House: A Castle in the Heart of Iowa by John Busbee
17 – Samuel Kirkwood Was a Reluctant ‘Second’ Governor by Jerry Harrington
19 – Orpheum Theater Makes a Remarkable Comeback in Marshalltown by Nancy Adams
23 - The Way We Were: Back When School Was a Family Affair by John McNeer
24 – Kinze Manufacturing Company Makes Big Impact in Business by Pete Hussmann
27 - What’s In a Name: Mitchellville Took Its Name From a Beloved Leader
29 - Book Review: Hawkeye Hero Ken Ploen Scores Again by Mike Chapman
31 - Iowa History Quiz
36 - Letters to the Editor

Volume 3, Issue No. 4, July/August 2011

Contents
3 - Publisher’s Perspective: Reagan spent some happy years in Iowa
4 - America’s Midwest Voice: The story of WHO radio by Michael Swanger
8 - Bix Beiderbecke: A short life but his music lives on by Robert Weast
11 - Iowa Country Roads: TV in the early 1950s was a lot different by Arvid Huisman
12 - Telegraph offices in 1860s gave jobs to women by Thomas C. Jepsen
14 - Iowans did their share in Civil War by Don Doxsie
17 - Iowa pitcher had a magical day long ago by John Skipper
19 - ‘Little House’ author honored in tiny Burr Oak by Jessica Lowe
22 - The Way We Were: Little facts about presidents in his lifetime by John McNeer
23 - Iowa State Fair has a long and exciting history by Mike Chapman
27 - What’s In a Name: Clinton was named after governor of New York
29 - Book Review: Book by senator profiles heroes of Civil War by Peter Hussmann
31 - Iowa History Quiz
36 - Letters to the Editor

Volume 3, Issue No. 3, May/June 2011

Contents
3 - Publisher’s Perspective:Iowa schools are flunking in history!
4 - The Lawman: Fort Dodge’s Billy Tilghman by Alan F. Nelson
8 - Elvis Presley held court in Iowa 5 times by Michael Swanger
11 - Iowa Country Roads: Old school picnics were something special by Arvid Huisman
12 - Nancy Drew mystery took roots in Iowa by Jessica Lowe
14 - Credit Island battle made Iowa history by Kyle Martin
16 - Palmer College traveled a rocky road to success by Don Doxsie
19 - Iowa caucuses have bizarre background by John Skipper
22 - The Way We Were: Older citizens were held in higher regard by John McNeer
23 - Jack Fleck made golfing history in 1955 by Buck Turnbull
27 - What’s In a Name: Harlan named after a friend of Abraham Lincoln
29 - Book Review: Sports books focus on three great coaches
31 - Iowa History Quiz
36 - Letters to the Editor

Volume 3, Issue No. 2, March/April 2011

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective: Fred Becker’s story inspires Waterloo school board
4 - Heeere’s Johnny! - by Michael Swanger
9 – The Lady Behind the Iowa Highway Patrol – by Dr. Michael Kramme
11 - Iowa Country Roads: Dark nights in old Iowa farmhouses - by Arvid Huisman
12 – The Legend called Gotch – by Mike Chapman
19 – The Ioway tribe left a strong legacy
21 – The Way We Were: The marvelous game of marbles - by John McNeer
23 – This company lights up everything it touches! Musco Lighting – by Pete Hussmann
27 – Feller’s memory lives on at museum in Van Meter
28 – What’s in a Name: Marion
29 – Mural showcases birthplace of Des Moines
30 – Book Review: Iowa’s Bird Lady by Jessica Lowe
31 – Iowa History Quiz
36 - Letters to the Editor

Volume 3, Issue No. 1, January/February 2011

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective: Important Civil War photo of Iowa soldier discover in Ames
4 - Billy Sunday: He truly was an Iowan on a mission! by Mike Chapman
8 - Amelia Earhart got the flying itch in Des Moines! by Jessica Lowe
10 - The name ‘Quaker Oats’ has a proud Cedar Rapids legacy by Bill Duffy
15 - Iowa Country Roads: Night-time sledding provided many thrills! by Arvid Huisman
16 - Many Iowa writers have found success in Hollywood! by Floyd Pearce
21 - Elmer Layden: Davenport native was a key figure at Notre Dame and in the NFL by Don Doxsie
24 - West Bend Grotto: Amazing effort dazzles visitors for 100 years - by Phil Monson
27 - What’s In A Name: Eldora
28 - The Way We Were: The 1931 Model “A” was quite the car! by John McNeer
29 - Book Review: How Smokey Smith became a country music legend! by Mike Swanger
31 - Iowa History Quiz
36 - Letters to the Editor

Volume 2, Issue No. 6, November/December 2010

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective: School rules have undergone big changes
4 – Black Hawk created powerful Iowa legacy – by Mike Chapman
8 – Merle Hay: First Iowan killed in World War I – by Mike Voit
15 – Iowa Country Roads: Little town drugstore created fond memories – by Arvid Huisman
16 – Dancing Duo: Earl twins from Ames danced way to Hollywood by Bill Duffy
21 – Ebony Eel: Dazzling Ozzie Paved way for Floyd of Rosedale – by Buck Turnbull
24 – Blue Bunny in LeMars – by Pete Hussman
26 – The Way We Were: Rain barrels were popular on farm – by John McNeer
27 – Carrie Chapman Catt put Charles City on ‘Rights’ map – by Jessica Lowe
31 – Book Review – Jim Zabel writes about legendary radio career – by Mike Finn
33 – What’s in a Name: Strawberry
35 – Iowa History Quiz
40 – Letters to the Editor

Volume 2, Issue No. 5, September/October 2010

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective: National Dairy Cattle Congress
4 – Johnny Bright, Drake’s Greatest Legend – by Mike Chapman
9 – Art of Penmanship – by Bill Duffy
13 – Threshing Memories – by Virginia Sheets
15 – Iowa Country Roads: Old Rugged Cross – by Arvid Huisman
16 – National Cattle Congress Celebrates its 100th – by Rich Junker
18 – The Way We Were: Nickels were a big deal – by John McNeer
19 – World War II Bride – by Burdine Bartling
21 – Winterset’s Favorite Son – John Wayne (3rd in a 3-part series) – by Mike Chapman
24 – Vernon Company Blooms in Newton – by Pete Hussman
27 – Underground Railroad Had Iowa in Turmoil – by David Connon
31 – Book Review – Dewey the Cat – by Michael Swanger
33 – What’s in a Name: Britt
35 – Iowa History Quiz
40 – Letters to the Editor

Volume 2, Issue No. 4, July/August 2010

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective - Bill's and Bob's Field of Dreams
4 – Bob Feller, Strike Out King – by Buck Turnbull
11 – Icarian’s Settlement – by Teresa Parmenter
15 – Iowa County Roads: Service Stations Were a Real Treat – by Arvid Huisman
16 – Glenn Miller: Iowa’s King of Swing – by Michael Swanger
21 – Iowa Magician – “King of the Stage” – by Jessica Lowe
24 – The Way We Were: Fireflies Light up Iowa Summer Nights – by John McNeer
25 – Winterset’s Favorite – John Wayne – by Mike Chapman
31 – Book Review – The Home Fronts of Iowa – by Peter Hussmann
33 – What’s in a Name: Davenport
35 – Iowa History Quiz
40 – Letters to the Editor

Volume 2, Issue No. 3, May/June 2010

Contents
3 – Publisher’s Perspective – Winterset is Still Wayne’s World
4 – Legend of the Duke – by Mike Chapman
11 – Whitetail Deer Have Long History in Iowa – by Alan Cross
15 – Iowa County Roads: Sunday Dinners Still Filling Today – by Arvid Huisman
16 – Iron Man McGinnity: A Baseball Icon – by Don Doxsie
22 – Cedar Falls Hopes to Rebuild Historic Beach House – by Richard Dobson
24 – Book Review – Iowa: Spaces, Places, Faces
25 – The Way We Were – Those “Olden Day” Automobiles – by John McNeer
26 – Carl Homstad: Master of Murals – by Bill Sherman
29 – The Amazing Story of Hy-Vee – by Pete Hussmann
33 – What’s in a Name: Fort Dodge
35 – Iowa History Quiz
37 – Nile Kinnick Thoughts on Our Government and the Constitution
40 – Letters to the Editor

Volume 2, Issue No. 2, March/April 2010

Contents
3 - Publisher's Perspective, Movies on the side of buildings used to be a big deal for us kids
4 – She Proved Color Is A State of Mind – Jane Elliott - by Bill Sherman
11 – It Started with a Peanut … And Iowa: George Washington Carver - by Jessica Lowe
14 – A Clip in Time: Barbershop Memories – by Dave Aldridge
15 – Iowa County Roads: Hosting company, now a lost art – by Arvid Huisman
16 – Wrestling Power Shift: Iowa State in 1965 – by Mike Chapman
19 – The Day The Civil War Almost Came to Iowa – by Kyle Martin
20 – From Iowa to Moo: Alley Oop rides a dinosaur to stardom – by Mike Chapman
24 – Book Review: “The Man Who Wrecked 146 Locomotives”
25 - The Way We Were – Buckets were once a big deal – by John McNeer
26 – “The Blues” Run Deep in Iowa – by Michael Swanger
29 – Pella Corporation Found Its Niche Quickly – by Pete Hussmann
32 – What’s in a Name: Boone
33 – Iowa History Quiz
34 – Corn’s Kingdom – by Bill Sherman
37 – Nile Kinnick Quotes On: Boxing champ Joe Louis
40 – Letters to the Editor

Volume 2, Issue No. 1, FEBRUARY 2010

Contents
3 - Publisher's Perspective, The Day Tarzan came to Iowa
4 – Natural Royalty, Iowa’s Palaces - by Bill Sherman
10 – Murray Wier, the Magic Man - by Buck Turnbull
15 – Iowa Country Roads – Memories live on in farmhouses – by Arvid Huisman
16 – Rock ‘n Roll Museum … Here to stay – by Michael Swanger
20 – Jock Mahoney, King of the Jungle – by Mike Chapman
24 – Iowa Book Review on “Girls from Ames” – by Jessica Lowe
25 – The Way We Were – Phones once shared by everyone – by John McNeer
26 – Memory of the Spirit Lake Massacre – by Pete Hussmann
29 – Younkers’ 150-Year Heritage – by Staff Writers
31 – When Sleighs took over Council Bluffs – by Frank Heath
32 – What’s in a Name: Waverly & Bremer County
33 – Iowa History Quiz
37 – Nile Kinnick Quotes: The Power of the Bible
40 – Letters to the Editor

Issue No. 6, DECEMBER 2009

Contents
3 - Publisher's Perspective
4 - Geatest Iowan Ever? - Dr. Norman Borlaug - by Mike Chapman
8 - The Day the Pope Came to Iowa - by Pat Kinney
11 – Still Standing Large – Edel’s Blacksmith Shop - by Alan Cross
15 – My best country Christmas Eves – by Arvid Huisman
16 – Forever a Hawkeye – Bump Elliott – by Mike Finn
20 – Swinging Place – Des Moines Jazz Hall of Fame – by Michael Swanger
24 – What’s in a Name: Oskaloosa
25 – Trolley offered great fun years ago – by John McNeer
26 – Full Speed Ahead – USS Iowa (part II) search for home – by Brian Chapman
29 – How you can help save the USS Iowa
31 – James Van Allen-The First Eight Billion Miles – book review – by Millie Frese
32 – Columbus’ Day – Iowa Italians determined to honor Discover – by Jeff Caracci
34 – Iowa History Quiz
35 – Heisman Heroes – by Staff Writers
36 – Nile Kinnick Quotes on Christmas in Adel
40 – Letters to the Editor

Issue No. 5, OCTOBER 2009

Contents
3 - Publisher's Perspective
4 - USS Iowa – State’s Showboat – by Brian Chapman
10 - Kent Union Chapel Finds New Life – by Nancy Justis
13 - Iowa Country Roads - By Arvid Huisman
14 - Iowa History Quiz
16 - Rocky Maricano and Newton – by Pete Hussmann
18 - What’s in a Name: Dubuque, Iowa
19 - Rockwell-Collins – by Pat Kinney
21 - Khrushchev in Iowa – by Staff Writers
22 - Iowa Book Review on Three Baseball Books – by Bill Sherman
25 - The Way We Were – by John McNeer
26 - Fred Becker, Forgotten All-American - by Mike Chapman
32 - Register’s Major League Sports Pate – by Buck Turnbull
38 - Nile Kinnick Quotes...on Winston Churchill
40 - Letters to the Editor

Issue No. 4, AUGUST 2009

Contents
3 - Publisher's Perspective
4 - Looking for Lincoln...Highway, that is! - By Mike Finn
12 - Jack Trice: Ultimate Cyclone - by Mike Chapman
14 - Iowa Country Roads - By Arvid Huisman
16 - Superman from Iowa - by Peter Hussmann
21 - The Way We Were - by John McNeer
22 - Iowa History Quiz
23 - Iowa Book Review on They Opened the Door...And Let My Future In - by William Sherman
25 - Maynard Reece: An Eye For Nature - by Alan Cross
30 - Winnebago's Road to Success - by Pat Kinney
32 - Iowa's Indian Tribes: The Dakota
33 - What's in a Name: Atlantic, Iowa
38 - Nile Kinnick Quotes...on Farming
40 - Letters to the Editor

Issue No. 3, MAY 2009

Contents
3 - Publisher's Perspective
4 - Donna Reed, Still Iowa' Sweetheart - By Michael Swanger
5 - Donna Reed Festival Schedule
8 - Nile Kinnick: Part Three - By Mike Chapman
10 - Nile's Ship: USS Lexington
18 - Iowa Country Roads - Columnist Arvid Huisman
20 - Jackie Collum: Newhall's Major Leaguer - By William Sherman
24 - Iowa Indian Tribes: The Mound Builders - By Peter Hussmann
25 - The Way We Were - Columnist John McNeer
26 - Meredith Publishing: A Real Giant - By Michael Swanger
28 - Iowa History Quiz
29 - Book Review: BORLAUG
31 - Wall Lake's Famous Crooner - By Alan Cross
35 - What's In A Name: Council Bluffs
40 - Letters to the Editor

Issue No. 2, MARCH 2009

Contents
3 - Publisher's Perspective
4 - Honorable Herbert Hoover - By Mike Chapman
8 - Book Review: Jesse James in Iowa - By Michael Swanger
9 - Iowa Indian Tribes: Sauk and Fox - By Pete Hussmann
12 - What's In A Name: Independence
13 - Nile Kinnick, Part Two - By Mike Chapman
15 - Iowa County Roads - Columnist Arvid Huisman
16 - Wyatt Earp in Pella - By Drew Robinson
20 - Iowa Dinosaur Hunters - By Chris McGowan
24 - Iowa History Quiz
25 - The Way We Were - Columnist John McNeer Reflects Upon Life in Iowa
26 - The Man Behind Carver-Hawkeye Arena
35 - The Everly Brothers of Shenandoah - By Alan Cross
40 - Letters to the Editor

Issue No. 1, PREMIERE ISSUE, JANUARY 2009

Contents
3 - Publisher's Perspective
4 - IRONMAN: The Nile Kinnick Story - By Mike Chapman
9 - The Ioway: Leaving a Big Mark on the Landscape
12 - Iowa History Quiz: Test Your State Knowledge
13 - Buffalo Bill's Memory Lives On in Le Claire
15 - Iowa Country Roads - By Arvid Huisman
16 - The Incredible Colonel Bud Day: The Man Who Cheated Death Continually - By Chris McGowan
20 - The Legendary Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake Can't Forget 'The Day the Music Died' - By Robert Fuller
24 - What's In A Name: What Cheer
25 - The Way We Were - Columnist John McNeer Reflects on Life in Iowa
26 - Doreen Wilbur: Iowa's First Woman Olympic Champion - By Alan Cross
28 - Frederick Maytag: A Business Genius - By Pete Hussmann
31 - Book Review: Gary Thompson, All-American - By Dale Anderson
40 - Letters to the Editor

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