Tag Archives: Ottumwa Iowa

Old Wapello County Roots

Posted on March 5, 2020 by

Many of my friends know that I spent my early years in Ottumwa, Iowa which is the county seat of Wapello County. Wapello County was created in February 1843 and was named for Wapella or Chief Wapello who was a … Continue reading →

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First Day of School Pictures – II

Posted on August 27, 2019 by

This week I have seen quite a few First Day of School Pictures so thought I would again post what I wrote five years ago. Do you remember when you were a kid and your Mom just had to get … Continue reading →

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