Tag Archives: Ottumwa Iowa

James the Antique Man

Posted on May 24, 2020 by vanbraman

Tonight I receive news that my childhood friend James the Antique Man had ended his life.It has been a sad night as I am remembering some things from our childhood in Ottumwa, Iowa and also our many late night chats … Continue reading →

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Old Wapello County Roots

Posted on March 5, 2020 by vanbraman

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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