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2006

I would like to extend Christmas wishes to so many people here. A year ago, I barely had heard of Anthon, Iowa, and now even though I've never been there, I feel I could walk it's streets and know where I was, and certainly feel like I was home.
My grandmother's diary, written in 1906 in Anthon, is being printed in book form as I type and without the help of Vickie and several other people here, I could not have completed it with as much information about people and places that she (Grandmother) mentions.
Again, best wishes for a wonderful, safe Christmas and a peaceful New Year.
Mary Haunreiter
Camas, WA USA - Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 19:29:14 (CST)
Merry Christmas to everyone in Anthon. My visit to Anthon this past summer was truly wonderful. Seeing my old classmates, Ray Wilson, Larry McDermott and Carol Renneker was truly memorable. Touring the old St. Joseph school WOW.
Now that one of my brothers is moving back to Anthon I am sure my visits will be more often. Happy New Year as well.
Joe Carr
Jacksonville, Florida USA - Friday, December 22, 2006 at 10:40:04 (CST)
Hey Vickie!!! Just wanted you to know what a great job you do on the website!! For anyone and everyone who checks this site methodically, it is a gift that you give to us all year 'round!!! Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
JoLynne Ashley Reimert
Anthon, IA USA - Friday, December 22, 2006 at 13:12:03 (CST)
Hello out there in Anthon/Correctionville; hope everyone has a beautiful holiday and joyous holiday season, stay warm and hope you are able to have a white Christmas. It has been getting down to about 29 degrees here in Sacramento.
Ed Springer
Sacramento, CA USA - Wednesday, December 20, 2006 at 14:34:52 (CST)
I thought you might like to hear about my Haiti trip. It is a little long this time, but please check out the sub-pages. Merry Christmas to Anthon friends. Check out my web page here:Bob or E-mail me:
Robert "Bob" Vaugh
Urbandale, Ia USA - Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 12:44:35 (CST)

Thanks for those Thanksgiving Day stats. I was one of them that checked in on Thanksgiving Day. How do so many people from all over the world know about Anthon,IA? We have roots in Anthon and are still connected to so many there but why all the other visitors? Maybe some of them could start leaving us comments of what they think of Anthon and could share the similarites with their home towns with us. Anyway keep up the great work. We sure appreciate being able to come home if only via the internet.
Happy Holidays
P.S. For those of you who don't know - Vickie and the Am. Legion Auxiliary did a great job of honoring our Veterans for Veterans Day. My Father-in-law, Joe was said to be very surprised and touched by the whole night. Maybe you could share some of the pictures with us from out of town.
Lisa Harbaugh Columbia Falls, MT USA - Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 15:54:25 (CST)

HAPPY HALLOWEEN TO ALL U ANTHON PEOPLE THE CHILDREN CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN FROM 2-4 PM TODAY IN OUR AREA.ANYWAYS STAY SAFE!!!!ANTHON IOWA IS THE BOMB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!NICE SITE VICKIE, KEEP UP THE AWESOME WORK!!!!!!!!!! hi to molly, steph and carrie congrats! carrie on your baby. LAURA MEYER WAUKESHA, WI USA - Sunday, October 29, 2006 at 21:02:59 (CST)
What a lovely vibrant community you have. More years ago than I care to remember (about 45 I think), I exchanged letters for a brief period with a girl, from Anthon, called Sandra Chicoine. It has been a great pleasure to get an even better "feel" for your community via the internet.
MICK FARRER <mick@thefarrers.co.uk>
CARLISLE,, UNITED KINGDOM - Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at 22:00:51 (CDT)
The Sargent sisters introduced me to this web site. What a great way to catch up on whats happening in Anthon.
Kristin Sargent-Noreen <december1201@msn.com>
Sioux City, IA USA - Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at 21:58:01 (CDT)
October web page-Farm Progress Show (and see subpage 2--Jeanine's hole-in-one) Thanks, Bob
Robert "Bob" Vaughn <rlvonn@mchsi.com>
Urbandale, Ia USA - Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at 14:59:07 (CDT)
Hi and happy rosh hashanah and happy ramadan to all!!
Anna
Kenosha, WI USA - Sunday, October 01, 2006 at 20:43:34 (CDT)
Thanks for sharing your website address with our Anthon web page family Bob! Nice to see so many "Iowa" happenings!
Vickie Buettner
USA - Sunday, October 01, 2006 at 15:21:07 (CDT)
Thought some of you might like to see my Sept. web page-Iowa State Fair. Robert "Bob " Vaughn
Robert "Bob" Vaughn <rlvonn@mchsi.com>
Urbandale, Ia USA - Tuesday, September 26, 2006 at 19:47:09 (CDT)
Recently visited your lovely town of Anthon in early September and was taken back by its beauty. So greeen and loved all the rolling hills. The people were so friendly and welcoming. Parents raised 6 kids there (Ed and Esther Hudgel) and I was the seventh one and I was raised in Arizona. Finally got to see Anthon and had the most wonderful day walking your town. So blessed to be able to experience it.
Melinda Lebsack
Tucson, AZ USA - Monday, September 25, 2006 at 11:57:19 (CDT)

We appreciate your comments, questions, hello's, and all that you share on the guestbook page, but PLEASE do NOT advertise or place links to websites that are business in nature, or websites that are not family or child friendly websites. Your own personal website links are just fine as long as you aren't selling anything, linking to chat rooms, or blogs. Let's keep our Guestbook clean and family friendly or I will have no other choice but to take the Guestbook Page off the website completely. Thank you. VSB~webmaster
Vickie Buettner <homeoffice@anthoniowa.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Tuesday, September 19, 2006 at 22:54:01 (CDT)
Thanks for the great pictures of the hail storm Vickie. I've seen it on the news for several days also. Sorry to hear of all the damage your family received as well as many others. Great job with the website!
Coni Miller
Anthon, IA USA - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 05:23:11 (CDT)
Will pray for those who lost so much during recent storms, such a great community will band together and overcome this dispair, like all the other storms before her, the entire world is a better place because of the people in Anthon, IA. Rev. Benelli
Rev. Benelli <amafrank@qwest.net>
Excelsior, MN USA - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 10:13:37 (CDT)
So sorry about the hailstorm. I hope the damage ultimately is not too great. Your photographs are wonderful despite the reason for taking them. Gives me a better idea of what that area looks like. On another note - my grandmother's diary is in the printing process and we are waiting for the preview copy to arrive in order to check for typos, make changes etc. Will let you know when its ready so I can send you a copy - I could not have gotten this far with it without your help!! Thank you!
Mary Haunreiter <marykh@mindspring.com>
Camas, WA USA - Tuesday, September 05, 2006 at 12:34:15 (CDT)
Sorry to learn of your fire and hail storm this year. I hope the farmers don't suffer too much and I hope the AGCO business can find a way to go on. Best Wishes from Southwest Ohio. Ed Winkle Martinsville
Ed Winkle <ewinkle@erinet.com>
Martinsville, Ohio USA - Tuesday, September 05, 2006 at 12:03:55 (CDT)
I am trying to find who I can contact for information concerning burials in the Anthon, IA Cemetery. My GR-GR-GR Grandfather James G. Denny is buried there and I would like what info I can get concerning him and other family members. Thanks, Carman D. Bennett Merritt
Carman D. Bennett Merritt <carm59@alltel.net>
Lincoln, NE USA - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 21:04:06 (CDT)
happy Labor day to all. Sorry to hear about the hailstorm only lots of rain here today. we have had our share of hailstorms this year. All our bad weather comes from mainly wisconsin, all depends. well hope u all enjoyed your labor day weekend best of luck to everyone in the anthon and chicagoland areas. Adios!bye for now
Tiffany Seljmani
waukegan, Il USA - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 12:06:34 (CDT)
Vicki, Now, that's what I call a hailstorm! Thanks for the pictures. I check in on the Anthon website almost every day, and I'm always interested in learning what's new in Anthon. Keep up the great work.
Marjorie Fey Farris <momfar@ipro.net>
Richmond, KY USA - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 10:31:56 (CDT)
Just by luck I happened onto your Website. I was born in Anthon June,1936. My parents were Leonard and Bertha McDermott. Due to crop failure, my folks moved to California in Aug, 1936. Have a few relatives still in Anthon area _ Uncle Harold and Aunt Loy McDermott live in Washta, Cousin,Donna Hoag lives in Correctionville, and the Dolores McDermott Faimily lives in Oto. In July this year, my younger brother, Mac and I ventured out from So, Calif and had a great time experiencing RAGBRAI. Even though I've visited Anthon over the yaers, this one was special. Adrenaline was flowing, as I rode into town, on Sunday morn. Seeing relatives and meeting new ones, especially Lynn McCormick from Anthon - and some of the Donovans (Their Mom was Alice McDermott) who live near the Des Moines and Cedar Rapids area. For me rest of RAGBAI continued along this same vein. For my younger brother, Mac. Iowa was a culture shock, as folks opened up their homes and hearts to total strangers. What came natural to these folks was foreign to most Californians (Non-Iowa transplants). We savored every moment of this adventure, in fact, Mac, who was my support person, wants to be a rider next year. Would like to say, "Iowa, you are great hosts, especially Anthon." and thanks for allowing me to partake in your forum. Frank McDermott - San Clemente, CA
Frank McDermott <fcmacd@cox.net>
San Clemente, CA USA - Tuesday, August 29, 2006 at 21:30:50 (CDT)
It is great to see the pictures of the class of 66 reunion. I see many familiar faces there, farm neighbors, sport team mates, a fellow trombone player and several band and chorus mates, fellow MYF members and all great inspirations to those of us who came after and great examples of what small towns and their educational systems can accomplish especially in rural northwest Iowa. I was especially happy to see that Mrs. Helen Townsend attended the celebration. I was fortunate to have her as a teacher and although I had many teachers before her and many since, she exemplified the greatest attributes of the teaching profession. I see many for example in the class of 1966 whose professional careers and success can be directly tied to her influence. I might add that when these groups gather, it is a good bet that the name Vernon White comes into play in some exchange between class members. Mr. White, may he rest in peace, was also a great inspiration to us all. Finally, I would like to tell Ron Thompson that my short term memory may be "shot" but I remember is Granda George Jerman and his family very well. After a hard day shelling corn at some location north and west of Anthon, I could always count on George or one of his drivers to drop me off at home as they took the last load of corn to town. Great people and great memories!
Bruce Fey <sgtfey@juno.com>
Sioux City, IA USA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 09:52:49 (CDT)
Please visit my August Webpage on Ragbrai. I update my webpage each month and would like to send you an e-mail reminder when I update. I will not send any spam. Just reply with an e-mail and I will add you to my address group for my webpage. Thanks
Robert "Bob" Vaughn <rlvonn@mchsi.com>
Urbandale, Ia USA - Tuesday, August 08, 2006 at 17:54:08 (CDT)
NICE PAGE
FINE BOY <FINEBOY@YAHOO.CO>
ACCRA, TEMA GHANA - Tuesday, August 01, 2006 at 07:37:52 (CDT)
The last time Anthon had 12,000 people in it was 1955 Anthon/Oto Legion baseball game. Pete Mullicane struck out four times. Go get'm Pete!
Jim Carr <jjcarryum@yahoo.com>
Yuma, Az. USA - Monday, July 31, 2006 at 15:38:08 (CDT)
Thanks for the neat pictures of RAGBRAI. I hope you have lots more plus some personal comments from any of the participants. To have this event coming through Anthon is fantastic.
Marjorie Fey Farris <momfar@ipro.net>
Richmond, KY USA - Tuesday, July 25, 2006 at 16:55:37 (CDT)
Good morning, good afternoon good evening to all those who remember me?? Good luck to the Ragbrai members, stay cool if it;'s hot. Don't worry i will only be 29 on the 27th of july next year is the big year the big 30!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Let me tell u it sure has been hot and humid up here. TAke care and have blessed summer.
tiffany seljmani
beach Park, IL USA - Monday, July 17, 2006 at 14:52:08 (CDT)
Hi there In the era of speed and impatience these days (or at least from where I come from)....This is the first time I've seen a site where a person will really feel very much at home upon visiting it...Great job!
Jay Tee <money_infinite@yahoo.com>
Singapore - Sunday, July 16, 2006 at 22:29:59 (CDT)
I am riding in RAGBRAI with my sister, Julie, my husband, Fred and son, Michael. I would enjoy seeing old friends and classmates while in Anthon. Are any other members from the A-O class of '74 riding? If so, I hope to see you there!
Colleen Cavanaugh Bortscheller <fredbort@mchsi.com>
LeMars, IA USA - Sunday, July 16, 2006 at 21:10:08 (CDT)
I am riding RAGBRAI this year and will be in Anthon the first day. Hope to see some people I know on main street!
julie cavanaugh jackson <jjacksonshs@yahoo.com>
rapid city, sd USA - Sunday, July 16, 2006 at 20:51:01 (CDT)
I would like to say "Thank you" to Fran Carr for organizing the Carr/Rourk/Friends reunion and I want to thank Anthon for being there. So much has changed since we moved from Anthon in 1956 and yet nothing has changed. Memories-memories-memories.I for one am very proud to call Anthon "My home town". P.S. I really enjoyed your golf course as well.
Joe Carr <jcarr@microtekmed.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Tuesday, July 11, 2006 at 11:03:10 (CDT)
I sure hope that someone takes you up on your offer and is willing to share their photos! What a great idea! Vickie B~
Webmaster <homeoffice@anthoniowa.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Sunday, July 09, 2006 at 09:36:22 (CDT)
I was just wondering if anyone was going to be submitting any pictures when Ragbrai comes through Anthon. I would sure like to see some of the local goings on posted on the site for us out of towners. Keep up the great site Vicki you do a fantastic job.
Lisa Harbaugh <theharbaughs@cyberport.net>
Columbia Falls, MT USA - Saturday, July 08, 2006 at 20:31:34 (CDT)
hello to all the nice people out there HAPPY 4TH OF JULY STAY COOL AND ENJOY THE SUMMER!!ADIOS!
Tiffany seljmani
winthrop harbor, IL USA - Saturday, July 01, 2006 at 15:51:21 (CDT)
We enjoyed seeing our classmates and a former teacher at our 40th class reunion. Thank you, Vickie, for this wonderful website. We will be watching for those photos you took! The Fireside provided us with great food and patience while we gathered and visited. A thank you goes to the Alumni Association for their hard work in putting together a fine event on Saturday night.
Pat and Susan Craig <pcraig@netins.net>
Eldora, IA USA - Wednesday, June 28, 2006 at 20:54:21 (CDT)
I DON LAND
FINEBOY <OWERRIBOY@YAHOO.MUMU>
LOME, USA - Tuesday, June 27, 2006 at 21:27:01 (CDT)
NICE PAGE
ASABA <FINEBOY@YAHOO.IT>
TEXAS, USA - Tuesday, June 27, 2006 at 21:24:30 (CDT)
I want to thank the people of Anthon and especially the folks connected with the Community Center and Alumni Association for helping make the Carr/Rourke/Friends Reunion a big success. We had over 150 people attending from 14 different states! Everyone was so helpful and friendly and made all of us know that we were "home" again. Fran Carr
Fran Carr <franc@cox.net>
Omaha, Ne USA - Sunday, June 25, 2006 at 20:10:00 (CDT)
I'm just wondering if anyone from the class of '61 realizes that it is our 45th this year? Hope to see a several of you as they talked me into emceeing and I certainly would appreciate some team spirit! Sheryl (Hamann) Ashley
Sheryl Hamann Ashley <graceska@aol.com>
Correctionville, Iowa USA - Sunday, June 18, 2006 at 23:34:13 (CDT)
Well all the name tags are made, the booklet is finished and the bags are nearly ready. I am heading for Iowa. I will see all of the Class of 1966 at the Fireside at 5pm on Friday, June 23rd. I am so looking forward to seeing all of my old classmates and any of you from the surrounding classes who would like to join us.
Marilyn Francis Drake <mrdrake@cox.net>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Thursday, June 15, 2006 at 11:18:39 (CDT)
HELP......I have a first cousin from Texas.(Judy Downing Marysla) who I have never met and who is coming back to the Carr/Rourke/Friends Reunion and she would like to look up some of her father's reletives if there are any still around.....He dad was Keith Downing from the Oto area (her mom was Muriel Rourke). If you can help, just email me and I will let her know.....Thanks, Fran Carr
Fran Carr <franc@cox.net>
Omaha, Ne USA - Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at 21:10:16 (CDT)
Hi Vickie, Look for a large manilla envelope that I just mailed off to you. Has some family pics for the sight. Great site by the way.
ron thompson <ron@hilldaletowers.com>
lodi, WI USA - Saturday, June 10, 2006 at 16:08:07 (CDT)
Hello out there. I was wondering if anyone knows who I could contact to find about the Grand Meadow Heritage Festival that is sometime in September, just Northwest of Correctionville. Looking to to find out the dates and times. The price of our gasoline out here (Sacramento)is $3.09 per gallon.
Ed Springer <littledutch8545@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Wednesday, June 07, 2006 at 22:30:02 (CDT)
Yeah Rich - Many Kudos to Fran. Sounds like quite alot are going to show up. We're leaving Yuma this saturday the 3rd. Taking our sweet ol time. Should be in Anthon and all the surrounding towns up as far as Cherokee from the 10th on. We'll be looking at houses for the possibility of moving back to the Little Sioux Valley. See ya then. Jim.
Jim Carr <jjcarryum@yahoo.com>
Yuma, AZ USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 16:26:54 (CDT)
Say yay to Cousin Fran Carr and all his hard work on the Carr/Roucke Reunion - Our Greant Grand Parents Michale and Jane Carr would be proud to see all there family still around and still talking. Rich
Richard & Patty Flemming <tizame@longlines.com>
Correctionville, IA USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 08:11:29 (CDT)
Nice to still be around.
Joseph Pritchett <j_pritchett@prodigy.net>
New Brighton, Mn USA - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 20:28:31 (CDT)
hi everyone, I wanted to comment on the picture of the sub club, with nina osborne vickie buettner Lois Duncan, Linda beeson, jean petersen, looks like all the ladies are doing great!!!!!!!!!!! It's raining here today, and cold up in northern illinois, by the lake michigan can't wait to watch the sailboats and skiers, and ski-dos on the lake this summer hooooray! summer starts next month in June. Have a great summer everyone! I have my new car now and can enjoy the summer winds . I love illinois lots to do also northern wisconsin is a nice place. kenosha and pleasant prairie wisconsin are pleasant places to live. bye
Tiffany seljmani
zion, il USA - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 16:53:47 (CDT)
Vicky, Mike Mc from Class of 1966 checking in. Much to comment on but will try not to hog the website tonight. Lowell Pattison: I was in junior high and working at the Anthon Herald as a "printer's devil". Lowell and Vernon Lundquist taught me how to set type by hand, run a linotype, and print stationery and business cards. Vernon later let me write football and basketball stories from AO. Lowell was a patient mentor and I learned a lot from him. The fire: Former home of the IH dealer, they were considred the "competition" by my Dad who worked at the John Deere store (as well as being a rural mail carrier). But they were friendly competitors and always helped each other out. I remember riding with Franic Meyer (when he worked for Marvin Jansen at the JD store) and we picked up an IH product and brought it in for the predecessors of Mike Sauser and Don Hamann...now that was cooperation! Inez Groth: what a wonderful, wonderful lady. She was always so good to us as teenagers. I can still remember "her pew" at St. Joseph's Church. Bet most Catholics of my era can remember exactly where "their pew" was! Pat O'Connell: I barely remember him but wow what an accomplished individual he was. And what tributes from his family...something I'm learning is much more important than...how important we think we really are. Fran Carr: My hats off to Fran for the terrific job he is doing at reconnecting friends and family for the Carr-O'Rourke (and just about anyone else who wants to claim they are related!)reunion coming up in June. The Class of 1966 will be gathering the same weekend for our 40th (must be a mistake!) reunion...beginning Friday night at the Fireside. I know that Frank Wood, Sharon Timmerman Hening, Marilyn Francis Drake, Pat Craig, Susan Peterson Craig, possibly Linda Weber Podewils will all be there. Marilyn Drake told me tonight that responses are slow in coming in but I reminded her that's the way our group usually responds anyway! We welcome anyone from classes in/around that year to join us please! Vicky, please remind Marvin to bring you with him. We've long considered you part of the class! All best and long-winded wishes, Mike McNamara Rochester, MN; and Jacksonville, FL
Mike McNamara <mmcnamara@mayo.edu>
Rochester, MN USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 21:54:48 (CDT)
Deepest sympathies go out to the Lowell Pattison family. Lowell will fondly be remembered. He was always so kind and helped to keep our yard looking nice when my Mom was so sick. He had a heart of gold and will truly be missed. May God Bless you during this difficult time.
Anna Blessing <annabelle7195@msn.com>
Omaha, NE USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 19:01:09 (CDT)
My deepest sympathies go out to the Lowell Pattison family. Lowell will fondly be remembered. He was always so kind to my mother and helped to keep our yard looking nice when she was so sick. Lowell had a heart of gold and he will truly be missed! May God Bless you during this difficult time!
Anna Blessing <annabelle7195@msn.com>
Omaha, NE USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 18:55:26 (CDT)
Hi Vickie, I visit your Web Site often but don't take the time to sign the guest book. You do a wonderful job. I'm planning to attend the Oto Alumni, June3 and "We" are planning to attend the A_O June 24. Merlene and Don Flynn
Merlene (Jackson) Flynn <merleneflynn@iowatelecom.net>
Madrid, IA USA - Friday, April 28, 2006 at 09:57:01 (CDT)
Your town looks beautiful. Hope to enjoy it twice this year, on RAGBRAI and on my way to Ragbrai.
bill Iverson <ivy@neicac.org>
Decorah, Iowa USA - Wednesday, April 19, 2006 at 10:02:15 (CDT)
my grandfather was samuel c tomlinson. my father was william milo tomlinson. i believe my father was born in anthon in 1889. my grandfathers second wife was hester lowther. she had several children and he had four, i do not know if they had any together, though madge and clifford were supposed to be tomlinson. is there anyone who has heard of tomlinsons or lowters in anthon or inm moville iowa. thank you sincerely sb
sharon brown <sleet2000@juno.com>
denver, co USA - Wednesday, April 12, 2006 at 22:36:27 (CDT)
Hey Tex USA, Your April 5, 2006 message mentions your being told "the mayor said no to helping D&K to rebuild - told them to go to Correctionville." Anyone who knows this Mayor would know this is not true. I called the "K" of D&K, aka Ken Garber, while the ashes were still hot, and asked if we as a City Government could help in any way. Subsequent to that I again called K on 04/06/06 offering our assistance in any legal way. K expressed appreciation and stated he still needed appraisals to reach a settlement with his insurance company. This Mayor wishes to keep the business in Anthon if at all possible. If you have any further questions/comments please feel free to contact me directly at mikbeth1@msn.com. Thank you. Mike Sauser, Mayor Anthon, IA
Michael Sauser <mikbeth1@msn.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Tuesday, April 11, 2006 at 09:09:46 (CDT)
I love the Easter theme. Vicki you do so much and hope people realize the time this takes.
P Weber
CA USA - Monday, April 10, 2006 at 22:59:18 (CDT)
Wonderful, beautiful Easter theme!
Grant Geister (1967)
USA - Monday, April 10, 2006 at 17:01:48 (CDT)
Two Eskimos sitting in a kayak were chilly, so they lit a fire in the craft. Unsurprisingly it sank, proving once again that you can't have your kayak and heat it too :)
Hakkar <Hakkar@gru.yahoo.com>
Chicago, KZ GRX - Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 23:45:24 (CDT)
Interesting Site,Thanks for such a nice information !
Geddon <Geddon@gru.yahoo.com>
Chicago, KZ GRX - Wednesday, April 05, 2006 at 22:07:25 (CDT)
vicky this web page is wounderful!!! a great way keeping up with home town news. Is K & D going to rebuild after the fire??? was told the mayor said no to helping them rebild (told them to go to c'vill)hope this isn't true and don't want to start any troubble just worried about the future of Anthon
anthon roots
tx USA - Wednesday, April 05, 2006 at 17:06:30 (CDT)
GREAT WEB SITE..I WAS GOING DOWN MEMORY LANE AND JUST DROPPED IN AND WANTED TO SAY HELLO TO ANYONE AROUND FROM THE CLASS OF 1992
BRIAN FERDIG <bferdig01@yahoo.com>
charleston, sc USA - Monday, April 03, 2006 at 00:54:12 (CDT)
Pat O'Connell was my first cousin in that our mother's were sisters(Rourke) My family and I were fortunate to have spent two evenings with Pat and his wife Carolyn at my sister's home(Jane/Jerry Schrunk) in Tempe, Arizona just a week before his accident. We had the best time and he was very much looking forward to being back to the Carr/Rourke/Friends Reunion in June. He was a great person and we are all better off for knowing him...Fran Carr
Fran Carr <franc@cox.net>
Omaha, NNe USA - Sunday, April 02, 2006 at 19:41:54 (CDT)
I had the privilege of knowing Pat and working with him as close farm neighbors and occasionally riding to St. Joes school with him in his '51 Ford. He was the only one brave enough and small enough to crawl back into the combine to unclog or repair it. He will surely be missed by anyone associated with him. May God bless the entire O'Connell family. Jim Renneker
Jim Renneker <jrenneker@wiktel.com>
Warroad, Mn USA - Sunday, April 02, 2006 at 14:06:46 (CDT)
"PJ" was a first cousin of mine. Quite a fellow. He had a gift of telling a story through film and photos. Our family has lost much in his passing.
Kathy Downing Koontz
Chesapeake, VA USA - Saturday, April 01, 2006 at 15:22:22 (CST)
How sad to learn of Pat O'Connell's untimely death, but WOW, did he ever make Anthon look good! What a wonderful career he must have had. My sympathies to his entire family. Marjorie Farris
Marjorie Farris <momfar@ipro.net>
Richmond, KY USA - Friday, March 31, 2006 at 09:45:53 (CST)
I lived in Oto from 1982 through 1988 and I would really like to hear from anyone who graduated in 1989 from Anthon-Oto HS. My maiden name was Little.
Holly Scarbrough <RKleskofan@tampabay.rr.com>
Lakeland, FL USA - Tuesday, March 28, 2006 at 21:43:30 (CST)
We moved from Oto to Sioux City in 1942. Kept very close contaact with my cousins, Benton"s, he managed the grain elevator. My Grandmother Clara Sawin. If any of these names are familiar, please e-mail. Thanks Vickie.
Lawrence Kimsey <larrylupak@juno.com>
Fort Collins, Co USA - Thursday, March 16, 2006 at 22:16:36 (CST)
GREAT TO BE HERE. KEEP IT UP AND TIGHT
ONYEUKWU OWERRI UZOAGBA
HOUSTON, TX USA - Thursday, March 16, 2006 at 08:42:56 (CST)
I read the wonderful Christmas newspaper from Anthon! I sure would love to meet that wonderful little girl Niki Dreas Uncle who loved to pick and eat boogers off the resteraunt windows! Sounds like a great Guy!!!
Don Johnson <donjohn@ute.com>
Greenbay, WI USA - Monday, March 13, 2006 at 18:41:09 (CST)
Vicki-love your page and keep up the good work. I have gotten the local paper every since I left the area. Love having the paper on-line as our local paper is no longer on line and stinks. I remember so many of the people that have messages and that makes then very interesting. For many years my father (Kenneth Shever) and I shared the paper and he got to read it first so he always told me I got the old news as he had already read the new news. Just keep up the GOOD work as it is enjoyed many times over. Kathy
Kathryn Shever Sands <kathysnds@yahoo.com>
Schlesiwg, IA USA - Sunday, March 12, 2006 at 16:20:26 (CST)
The Anthon-Oto Class of 1981 will be celebrating their 25th reunion in June at the All School Alumni Reunion. If anyone from the Class of '81 has email addresses and would like to get together to help organize the reunion, please let me know. I still live in Anthon and I'm in the phone book. Please call, write or email me as soon as you can. Thanks for your help. P.S. Vicki, you are doing a fabulous job of keeping this website active. Thank you for everything you do!
Michelle Harbaugh Fitch <fitchmd@stlukes.org>
Anthon, IA USA - Thursday, March 09, 2006 at 11:00:38 (CST)
The Anthon-Oto class of 1966 will celebrate their 40th class reunion at the Fireside in Anthon Friday evening, June 23rd. If there is anyone I have missed with my search for emails and addresses please contact me. Also if any classmates from years before or after would like to stop by and join us please feel welcome. I am looking forward to seeing everyone. Marilyn Francis Drake, Las Vegas, NV
Marilyn Francis Drake <mrdrake@cox.net>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Thursday, March 02, 2006 at 21:19:51 (CST)
To the Parker Family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. You're in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Crilly's
Carnation, WA USA - Tuesday, February 28, 2006 at 22:45:28 (CST)
looking for an obit for Cathy Churchill she died 12-30-1996 her daughter needs it for a project for school. just an aunt trying to help
Connie Adkins <mom_of_3gurls33@hotmail.com>
Pierson, IA USA - Tuesday, February 28, 2006 at 21:56:42 (CST)
What a horrible loss for the Parker family. Our heartfelt condolances to your family. Please know that you will be in our prayers during this tragic time in your life.
The Harbaughs <theharbaughs@cyberport.net>
Columbia Falls, MT USA - Tuesday, February 28, 2006 at 02:06:34 (CST)
Services for Alex are Monday at the Mapleton school, I believe at 10:00.
FYI
Anthon, IA USA - Saturday, February 25, 2006 at 18:59:04 (CST)
I was sent this page by a friend about your sons death. I lost a nephew at age 16, in a car~motorcycle accident. it took years to get over. He would have been 47 this April. Alex will always live in your hearts and memory. May God comfort and bless all of the family. May your pain lesson with time.
Bette Knauss <Knaussland@aol.com>
Bellevue, ne USA - Saturday, February 25, 2006 at 17:13:01 (CST)
Does anyone know the time and place for services for Alex?
wondering
Anthon, USA - Saturday, February 25, 2006 at 17:06:20 (CST)
my symp athies to the parker family sorry to hear this god bless everyone take care!peace
rosie petersen
anthon, ia USA - Saturday, February 25, 2006 at 14:47:01 (CST)
To the Parkers, we are so sorry for your loss. You're in our prayers. As are Kristi, Andy, and all of his other friends and family.
Sincerely,
Anthon, IA USA - Saturday, February 25, 2006 at 07:55:30 (CST)
I would like to express our heartfelt prayers to the Parker family. You will be in our thoughts and in our prayers in your very difficult time. The Gray Family
Leslie Gray
Washta, Ia USA - Friday, February 24, 2006 at 18:25:49 (CST)
Great job on the website. I think you did great on the fire that was in town it is crazy. I hope that they get that rebuilt. Great Job
Megan Rosauer <megan_r2005@hotmail.com>
sioux city, ia USA - Friday, February 24, 2006 at 12:53:36 (CST)
Great job Vickie and to the others that took pictures of the fire. And also I think you do a great job on this web site. Too bad some people don't have the gumption to get off their rears and help out instead of complaining about it not being updated. OF course it could be just jealousy!!
Trudy Smith
Webster City, IA USA - Thursday, February 23, 2006 at 18:46:47 (CST)
Sorry to find out from your web page that one of your oldest business's burned, Anthon will come back stronger than ever,and i hope a new busines, or rebuilding will occur, Nice web sight ,keep up the good work ,sincerly,Gary
Gary.P Geister <geister@win4u.net>
Carroll, Ia. USA - Thursday, February 23, 2006 at 18:02:15 (CST)
so sorry to hear about the anthon fire, i'm sure something else can be put up there. hi to rhonda, Lisa harbaugh, and nancy sauser hi also to carrie stephanie and molly. keep the spirits and everthing will look better this year hats off to the firefighters of anthon!! especially lincoln umbach, adam beery take care and god bless adios!
anonymous
chicago, il USA - Wednesday, February 22, 2006 at 16:45:51 (CST)
Thanks Vicki for such a great job with the website. I can honestly say that we check the site almost daily. It sure helps those of us who have lived in Anthon and still have lots of family around and still consider ourselves part of the community. What a tragic fire however we can all be thankful that it wasnt worse or that the wonderful volunteers that protect Anthon and its residents werent hurt. Please dont give up on the website, those of us with roots in Anthon sure appreciate being able to go back and check in with the goings on. Keep up the GREAT JOB! Lisa Harbaugh
Lisa Harbaugh <theharbaughs@cyberport.net>
Columbia Falls, MT USA - Wednesday, February 22, 2006 at 15:58:42 (CST)
Vicki....Thank you so much for the fantastic job you do on the Anthon website. I cannot imagine how much time and energy you spend on keeping it going. From someone who grew up in Anthon, this site is a great way to keep in touch with the town and all the good folks from there. It has also made the task of planning the Carr/Rourke/Friends Reunion in June much easier. Keep up the excellent work! Fran Carr
Fran Carr <franc@cox.net>
Omaha, Ne USA - Wednesday, February 22, 2006 at 12:28:06 (CST)
Excellent job, Vicki. My sister living in the suburban Chicago area sent me this link, a fact I am almost ashamed to admit. Your article, the photographs...it all touched my heart very deeply. I was on my way to work yesterday morning shortly after 6:30 when I realized what was happening. I was instantly ill, quite literally. It was a much longer drive to work than usual. I am in awe of the tireless efforts of the volunteer fire and rescue crew members in our town and I am grateful that we are live in a community that can so readily count on the generous assistance of our surrounding towns. I am most grateful, though, for the memories of that old, one of a kind, building and perhaps even moreso for the job opportunity it lent to Don and my father. I think I can speak for all of the children of both of our families when I say we have had a pretty blessed life, thanks in large part to the way we were raised by great parents in an equally great community. The building may be gone, but the memories will remain in our hearts forever. Thanks again, to Vicki and to all of you.
Nancy (Sauser) Uhl <nancy.uhl@firstadministrators.com>
USA - Wednesday, February 22, 2006 at 07:55:00 (CST)
Way to go yet again, Vickie! Great coverage on the D & K fire! I was also glad to see a photo of the building before the fire. My dad worked there for many years when it was Hamann-Sauser, it was very sad to see the building go up in flames. It was amazing to see all the communities working together. This is a great place to go to find out anything about Anthon, past and present. Thanks, Vickie, for ALL you do to keep this website up and running! There's so many of us who would be lost without it!
Lynn Meyer McCormick <LynnM@ruralwaves.us>
Anthon, IA USA - Wednesday, February 22, 2006 at 05:58:53 (CST)
What awesome pictures of the fire! You did a great job! It is so wonderful to have someone willing to volunteer their time to do such a great thing to keep former Anthon residents in touch with what is happening "back home." The rest of this comment can be meant for the "anonymous" person that made such rude entries about the webpage�s being updated. First of all-I don't see that person doing anything productive- If that person doesn�t like how it looks-don't look. Go somewhere else and look. Or well...build your own website! Their comments are a reflection of themselves-not you Vickie (or the great job you do with the website!) I didn't realize that there was someone left in this world that was that desperate for attention that they had to say such hateful things to create an uproar of support from the web guests who do enjoy the website. I'm curious if that is what they wanted was attention? Seriously-who is that mentally sick to crave attention like that? If I were them I'd start spending more time searching for a good psychiatrist in the yellow pages than bitching about a website that is awesome and calls for nothing but praises! It�s sad that some people still have to put others down to make themselves feel better or feel in control. I think the website looks great! And again-if that �Anonymous� person is so unhappy with the webpage�s then why do they still coming back to look at it? (I�m serious about them finding a good shrink!) We appreciate all you do and I�m sure we don�t tell you enough Vickie-Great Job!
Carrie Kreber <------------------------------------>
Omaha, NE USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 20:03:54 (CST)
I was shocked to get on here today and see the fire! I remember walking by that building daily as my house was a block away. I don't think Anthon has seen a fire of that magnitude since the Cozy burnt down. It will definitely be a loss and I hope Anthon will be able to rebuild. I'm truly thankful that no one was injured in the fire. Vickie I think you do a fabulous job with the website and am grateful for all that you do on a volunteer basis. Without this website I would lose touch with all of the happenings in Anthon. I find it appauling that someone without a back bone can sit and complain about the lack of news on this site. Correct me if I'm wrong but I don't think this site was intended to be a breaking news station of sorts... rather a way for patrons, past & present community members or relatives of previous/current community members to stay connected, share their heritages and just enjoy the joys and sense of community through the eyes of a small rural town in the midwest. I may live in a big city now and enjoy it, however, there are many things I do miss about living in a small town... Anthon! I have many good memories there! Some that I have shared with my own children. Again, Vickie, thank you for all that you do, you are appreciated more than you know!
Anna Blessing <annabelle7195@msn.com>
Omaha, NE USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 18:31:27 (CST)
What heartbreaking photos and a tragic loss for the Anthon community! I hope that this lot does not remain empty for long and that the community can revitalize itself from this fire. While many of you have suggested that Vickie delete the anonymous posting, I know that she would hesitate to do so, believing in freedom of speech. I would like to say that this anonymous person has only proven only two things by their entry below: they are cowardly, as they did not sign the even their name, and also they are ignorant about this website and copyright laws in general. In my opinion, ignorance is not excusable. If this person wants to see news from the Sioux Valley News on a website (which is not even devoted solely to the Anthon & Oto communities anymore, but to the communities of the Little Sioux Valley in general), they should petition the owners for the Sioux Valley News to make a website featuring their news. The fact that SVN doesn't have a website (to my knowledge based on extensive Google searching) simply proves how time consuming websites are. Besides, they want you to PAY for their news, whereas at anthoniowa.com, local patrons are more than willing to support such a far-reaching website in order to support their community! Many thanks to them and to Vickie for all of her time and efforts!
Stephanie Miller <stephaniemiller0176@cox.net>
Council Bluffs, IA USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 15:23:29 (CST)
First, thank you for the breaking news about Anthon. Fire is so awful and my heart goes out to those who are losing something important in their town and their business. I appreciate so much this site. It homey, user friendly and so important for future generations. I have found out more about the lives of my grandparents since finding this spot than I ever could have on my own, thanks to Vicki's wonderful help and the taking of her own time to do some research for me. I wouldn't post anyone's comment who does not give their name. Thank you again and if anyone recognizes anyone in any of the photographs I've posted, please email me. If you have any questions about anything, email me - I will be so excited to correspond with you. Mary
Mary Haunreiter <marykh@mindspring.com>
Camas, WA USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 13:42:42 (CST)
I was visiting the website and sharing it with my students here at AOMV since they were all so curious as to what was going on. After class I browsed through the guest book and couldn't believe the stupidity and rudeness of the chicken that wouldn't even sign their name or use their real e-mail address to complain about the web site. Get off your duff and make your own web page if you don't like this one. Geez Louise, people. Seriously, life's too short. If you don't like this one, don't visit it. Vickie, you ought to delete messages like that if that person won't even use their real name or e-mail address when complaining. I think that this web site is neat to have and looks very nice.
Molly Craig <mollycraig2001@yahoo.com>
Rodney, IA USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 12:36:33 (CST)
Vicki, The pictures of the devastating fire today are what makes your website so valuable to those of us who live at a distance. I remember that building when it was, I think, the Trecker Implement Store. Anyway, I'm glad noone was injured, but sorry for the loss. Keep up your excellent, excellent work. Marjorie Farris
Marjorie Farris <momfar@ipro.net>
Richmond, KY USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 12:28:46 (CST)
Wow! What a thing to wake up to. Thank goodness no one was hurt. I appreciate every thing you do Vicki for those of us that have moved away. Thanks for a great donation of your time to keep us informed!!
Rhonda <rhondajgothier@yahoo.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 12:03:56 (CST)
I was so sorry to hear about the implement burning. I can remember as a child going into "Hamman-Sauser" with my dad and getting parts for tractors or some kind of machinery and getting a piece of bubble gum out of the machine. Or a soda of some kind. It will really make the corner look bare with out that building there. Hopefully it will be rebuilt and Anthon can have it back. I think the Anthon and Surrounding Towns Fire Dept deserve a big back on the back. Without them other businesses could have been lost. Great Job Guys. Take care y'all. Stacy O'Connell Stacy O'Connell
Stacy O'Connell <stacy@bookmarketingplus.com>
TX USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 11:56:07 (CST)
Hey Vicky, Thanks for the pictures of the fire...I didnt even know it was happening until I logged on today. You got those pictures up before KTIV I bet..haha, Good Job on reporting the news!!
Cody Umbach
Iowa City, IA USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 11:47:10 (CST)
Lucky for our webpage visitors that I had to take today off and was able to run to town and get photos of the fire early this morning. Which I was glad to do. Unfortunatley and probably unknown to MOST visitors to the Anthon web pages, my work with the Anthon web site is ALL VOLUNTEER. I am NOT a paid reporter, paid webmaster, paid anything. The Anthon web site is my HOBBY. It is my way of giving back to the community and those who hold Anthon near and dear. The web pages began in 1997 as a college project for me and after the assignment was complete, I offered the web pages to the town of Anthon at one of the town coucil meetings, and at the time, my offer (valued in dollar amount at the time was over $5000.) was declined. I felt it was important that Anthon have a place on the internet and so I purchased the domain name and put the webpages on a server in Des Moines. I also found that it was way too expensive for my husband and I to use our own funds to keep Anthon on the internet for everyone elses enjoyment. So I asked local business people and individuals in the community to donate funds and in return I would put their business 'card' on a Patron's page. ALL DONATED FUNDS GO TO PAY FOR THE MONTHLY EXPENSES FOR THE WEB PAGES - I DO NOT KEEP ONE PENNY OF IT! When the funds run out, which maybe in 12 months or 2 years (depends on how much is donated) I then send out letters to past Patrons and ask (only once-as I won't beg)if they would like to be Patrons again. If they accept and decide to donate, the web pages for Anthon will stay up and running until the money again runs out - which could be 12 months, 2 years, or 6 months - THE WEB PAGES WILL STAY UP AND RUNNING AS LONG AS PEOPLE ARE INTERESTED IN SEEING THE WEB SITE AND BECOME PATRONS. IF AND WHEN THERE IS NO MORE MONEY TO PAY FOR THE BILLS, THE WEB SITE WILL GO DOWN. I will still own the domain name for several years to come, unless someone wants to purchase that from me and then they will be able to do what they want with the www.anthoniowa.com domain name. I can't quit my day job, to run around (usually) and take pictues for the web pages when news strikes. I can't afford to run around and ask people for their news either. That is why IT IS SO IMPORTANT FOR OUR WEB PAGE VISITORS TO SEND ME THEIR NEWS, SEND ME THE PHOTOS, SEND ME WHAT THEY WANT TO SEE ON THIS WEB SITE. THIS IS YOUR WEB SITE! BROUGHT TO YOU BY OUR PATRONS WHO PAY TO KEEP THE SITE UP AND RUNNING ON THE SERVERS IN DES MOINES. IF YOU DON'T SEE WHAT YOU WANT TO SEE HERE ON THE WEB SITE - GET BUSY! DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT! YOU - J.Q. PUBLIC MAKE THIS WEB SITE WHAT IT IS. When I win the lottery, I may be able to quit my day job and run around town or set in the coffee shop and find out the latest news, but until then....IT IS ALL UP TO YOU! My (volunteer) job is to put what you send me on the web pages, and upload that to the servers. I DO LOVE MEETING ALL THE PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD WHO VISIT THIS WEBSITE. (They don't all sign in on the guest book, or leave a message on the guest book. Most of them just send e-mails to me directly.) I enjoy my hobby just like everyone else enjoys their hobbies, and like I said, as long as we have Patron's to the web pages, we will have them up and running, but I CAN'T BRING YOU THE LATEST NEWS, PHOTOS, OR NOTICES, THAT IS YOUR JOB! Thank you all so much for sharing your thoughts, your ideas, and your news, greetings, sorrows, and notices. These web pages are what YOU MAKE THEM TO BE! KEEP IN TOUCH PLEASE!
Vickie Buettner webmaster <homeoffice@anthoniowa.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 09:54:09 (CST)
I heard that Mickelsen Implement started on fire early this morning and there are about 10 different fire departments in Anthon fighting the fire. Couuld you please post some pictures on the web site if you have them.
Anthon <Anthon>
USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 08:39:45 (CST)
I think that is very rude that this web site is never updated. I think that the paper articles and pictures should be on the site. So people outside of Anthon can veiw it. It is stupid that the site has not been updated in certian areas. Thanks now do something about it VICKI!!!
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Anthon, ia USA - Thursday, February 16, 2006 at 23:39:34 (CST)
Has anyone heard from Teri & Joe Carrillo? I'm trying to find a phone # or address to reach them. Thanks! Anna
Anna Blessing <annabelle7195@msn.com>
Omaha, NE USA - Saturday, February 04, 2006 at 10:53:09 (CST)
For the latest on the Carr/Rourke/Friends Reunion, click on the "Family Reunion" link on this Anthon, Iowa website. Fran Carr
Fran Carr <franc@cox.net>
Omaha, NNe USA - Sunday, January 22, 2006 at 18:39:58 (CST)
My grandmother, Madge Overstreet Pearce, grew up in the Anthon, Oto, Piero area. She was married at the little church in Piero and I have a photograph of the church as well as her home. I also have photographs of her with a friend by the name of "Ethel Witt", others include Lillian Morgan. I am in the process of transcribing her diary from 1906 which she wrote as a young girl, living on her family farm outside of Anthon. I tried to email some of these photographs to this site but got no response. My grandfather was Harry Pearce, who also grew up in the Anthon area - he had many brothers and sisters and his father was Levi L. Pearce. I am most willing to share my historical pictures and the diary when I finish transcribing it. I'm trying to identify the various people mentioned in it as well as locations like Sargeants Bluff. She mentions many names in the diary, churches, places etc. If anyone is interesting or has connections please email me. Mary Mary
Mary Haunreiter <marykh@mindspring.com>
Camas, WA USA - Monday, January 16, 2006 at 21:36:36 (CST)
I absolutely LOVE the Remember When section! Great idea!
Lynn Meyer McCormick <LynnM@ruralwaves.us>
Anthon, USA - Friday, January 13, 2006 at 19:12:46 (CST)
I know the McDermott family very well..I used to work for Dean McDermott and his wife Nellie on the road for several yrs. I met Dean and Nellie when they used to have a game on another show back in 1985. They are my extanded family in my eyes and we all miss Nellie. I just wanna to have Dean and them know i miss working for them and seeing them and hopefully this yr i will be able to see them and bring my kids and take some pics of them
Phyllis Mowry <ac_dc_girl_1977@yahoo.com>
Laurens, Iowa USA - Friday, January 13, 2006 at 11:30:06 (CST)
happy new year to all especially the buettner family! hi to Tiffany Funderman take care all and God Bless!
anonymous
waukegan, il USA - Thursday, January 12, 2006 at 17:53:36 (CST)
My Grandfather, Jesse Leo Benton was the local barber in Oto in the early 1900's. His wife, Bernice Green, was my grandmother. I'm told she was the town postmistress. After raising four children,I have some time on my hands and love learning about my past. I have some old Oto photos with people I can't identify. If you knew my grandparents (or Dad) I would love to hear from you!
Mary Benton Harvell <Harvellmary@sbcglobal.net>
USA - Thursday, January 12, 2006 at 08:18:11 (CST)
Vicki, Thanks so much for adding the "Remember When" section. I have really enjoyed the letters from Roy Pitkin to his beloved Pauline. I remember "Pit" so well, his heavy dark eyebrows and gravelley voice and his kindness. Pauline, of course, we all remember well--a beautiful, gracious lady. Thanks, too, to their family for sharing these intimate letters that remind us of a time when romance was quiet and gentle and sensible. Marjorie Farris
Marjorie Farris <momfar@ipro.net>
Richmond, KY USA - Tuesday, January 10, 2006 at 17:04:44 (CST)
Thank you to all our 2005 visitors here on the webpages. Please visit often. Any memories of your time here at Anthon? Check out the "Remember When.." page and let us know. Have any photos you'd like to share with our web page readers? Send them, or e-mail them to me and we will get them up on the site as soon as possible. All photos are returned to the contributor! I want to say THANK YOU to all our troops who are serving our country; whether here at home or overseas. Please drop a note here on the guest book and let us know what you are up too. Have a safe and happy 2006!
Vickie Buettner <homeoffice@anthoniowa.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Sunday, January 01, 2006 at 10:13:04 (CST)

2005
Hi Vickie, We really enjoy your web site. Those who might wonder what Jane (Carr) Schrunk is doing can check our family web site at: http://frontiernet.net/~jschrunk/index.html It is still under some reconstruction, but I should have it complete a few days after Christmas. We are planning on coming to the Carr reunion in 2006. Jerry and Jane Schrunk
Jerry Schrunk <jerry_85282@yahoo.com>
Show Low, AZ USA - Tuesday, December 20, 2005 at 17:17:13 (CST)
I recently posted a comment, and I wanted to say, thank you all. Everyone has been very accommendating and extremely nice. You are a GREAT group of people in Anthon and area. I just can't say enough on how pleasant and helpful everyone has been in my quest. A big , THANK YOU! And to David, check your home email. I answered and thank you, keep in touch, please.
Penny
Morristown, ny USA - Friday, December 16, 2005 at 12:22:19 (CST)
To the Carr clan, I would really love to see everyone who is related to me and all the friends and there families. Who grew up with my dad,uncles and aunts. My wife Becky and I are really looking forward, coming to the Carr reunion. On June 24th. Especially seeing my dad again. Who I have not seen since moving to Iowa. 9 years ago. I really hope to see you there dad.
Craig Carr <rkwitt@iowatelecom.net>
Ocheyedan, Iowa USA - Thursday, December 15, 2005 at 17:16:41 (CST)
To the Carr clan, I would really love to see everyone who is related to me and all the friends and there families. Who grew up with my dad,uncles and aunts. My wife Becky and I are really looking forward, coming to the Carr reunion. On June 24th. Especially seeing my dad again. Who I have not seen since moving to Iowa. 9 years ago. I really hope to see you there dad.
Craig Carr <rkwitt@iowatelecom.net>
Ocheyedan, Iowa USA - Thursday, December 15, 2005 at 17:16:41 (CST)
My family knew Merv Grant from 1965-1969, when he had the accident. I lost contact with his parents, whom are now deceased. I cannot locate David,Diane,Karol,or Sheryl. If anyone knows where they are, please direct them to me. Also, his mom used to make butterbrickle dots and ship them in a coffee can. If anyone would share the recipe, I would appreciate it. thank you in advance
penny <cajunhalfbreed@twcny.rr.com>
USA - Wednesday, December 14, 2005 at 11:20:41 (CST)
Merry Christmas to the Anthon-Oto Class of 1966. I hope to see y'all at the reunion June 23-24! Vicki, ALWAYS ENJOY viewing the Anthon website. Thank you so much for keeping it up all these years. Does anyone ever hear from Mike White or members of his family who moved to Oregon or Washington before we graduated?
Mike McNamara <mmcnamara@mayo.edu>
USA - Tuesday, December 13, 2005 at 21:22:09 (CST)
Happy holidays to everyone in Anthon from Frank Hayworth and family.
Frank Hayworth <jjoelhayworth@hotmail.com>
Omaha, NE USA - Saturday, December 10, 2005 at 13:30:56 (CST)
What a treat to see a picture of my newest great nephew, Paulsen James. I can still remember the first time I held Paulsen's daddy, Beau, about thirty years ago. My, how time flies when you're having fun. Let me take this opportunity to wish all my Anthon friends the merriest of Christmases and the happiest of New Years. I am still the Executive Director of Project Read, an adult literacy agency here in Madison County. Life is good! Marjorie Fey Farris
Marjorie Fey Farris <momfar@ipro.net>
Richmond, KY USA - Tuesday, December 06, 2005 at 14:00:02 (CST)
It's nice to see a website for the town that almost feels like home! Congrats to Beau and Susan and the rest of the Feys on the birth of Paulsen!
Ashley Farris (daughter of Marjorie Fey Farris)
Bloomington, IN USA - Sunday, December 04, 2005 at 14:19:59 (CST)
Vickie The Santa Claus link is a great place for kids to visit. A very neat site. I have signed up for the Santa Clau phone call so my granddaughter can hear from Santa on Christmas eve. I think she will be thrilled. You do have the best website I have ever visited. Keep it up.
Selma <msrxret@earthlink.con>
USA - Saturday, December 03, 2005 at 20:57:39 (CST)
Hi dad, didn't think you'd hear from me on this site did ya? (smile) just to let you know, brad and lynda took pictures of "my house". they said it's not so great on the inside...that's too bad. it was fun thinking about it though. hey does anyone out there in anthon have some good ol' stories about my dad? (jim carr) i'd love to hear some...ammunition you know. (smile) can't wait for the reunion...i hope my other carr cousins show up. Kelly
Kelly (Carr) Cook <jkcook0311@aol.com>
29 Palms, CA USA - Friday, December 02, 2005 at 21:16:33 (CST)
Regarding Jim Carr's last message: I had a good chuckle and could only say, "yeh, what he said". Good e-mail, Jim.
Peggy <pbarbee1@cox.net>
Wichita, KS USA - Friday, December 02, 2005 at 14:33:09 (CST)
Love the Christmas music on the website. Merry Christmas everyone :) Linda (Weber) Podewils
Linda (Weber) Podewils <lpodewils@frontiernet.net>
Rosemount, MN USA - Friday, December 02, 2005 at 12:02:16 (CST)
Vicky, You have one of the best websites going - bar none. I only wish there was more participation, especially from us old farts who have nothing else to do but reminisce about the old days. Vicky, you should start a page titled "Remember When We".. I would have alot of anecdotes to share. Anyway what I really need is a phone number or address for the Sioux Valley News. I want to suscribe to wit. And to "Anonymous" and "Unknown" Go to your room! Okay - Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving. Only wish I was there for Pheasant season. See you all in June. JimC.
J. J. (Jim) Carr <jjcarryum@yahoo.com>
Yuma, Az. USA - Wednesday, November 30, 2005 at 18:07:27 (CST)
I would be very pleased to receive a postcard from your town. Imagine my surprise and pride when I saw that my last name was also the name of your city! Thank you in advance.
Pascale ANTHON <pascale.anthon@wanadoo.fr>
LYON 69007, FRANCE - Monday, November 21, 2005 at 16:45:55 (CST)
To "Unknown" and "Anonymous": How is it that you can criticize people from Anthon, who have every right in the world to post a message on this web site. It does not matter if someone posts once a day, once a month, or once a year, it is an opportunity for people from Anthon and other areas to post messages and keep in touch. Please don't ruin it by making people feel bad for posting messages and don't personally attack others. Haven't you ever heard the saying, "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all"?
Tiffany Fundermann <tiffun@netins.net>
USA - Saturday, November 19, 2005 at 13:29:04 (CST)
hello whoever u are (unknown person) don't worry i won't send anymore i will go to a differant town to write.sorry to bother this website. HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS THE UNKNOWN AND ANTHON PATRONS PEACE!
Tiffany Seljmani
winthrop harbor , IL USA - Saturday, November 12, 2005 at 18:13:40 (CST)
Unknown you MUST be from Anthon... Some people there like to try and degrade people... In addition to this behavior, you may certainly find a good amount of overly presumptuous people, a few zealots, etc... I'm glad I got out when I could...
anonymous
USA - Friday, November 11, 2005 at 12:37:28 (CST)
Tiffany Seljmani--You talk too much. Keep it to a maximum of one entry a month. Thanks.
unknown <unknown>
IA USA - Thursday, November 10, 2005 at 16:27:33 (CST)
I am trying to locate Lucy Sawin of Anthon, Iowa. Her married name is Lorenzen. We attended the University of South Dakota together 1962-66. Last address I have is Amarillo TX. I would really appreciate any help. Very nice website! Barbara Opp
Barbara Opp <bopp44@comcast.net>
Greeley, CO USA - Sunday, November 06, 2005 at 16:06:48 (CST)
hello everyone and Happy thankxgiving!! hello to kayla Gothier, and hope everyone in Anthon is doing well I'm not very far 8hours from anthon so anyone wanna visit let me know gas is now $2.30 a gallon so lets see who can top that take care everybody and maybe I'll seee u soon bye for now adios!
Tiffany Seljmani
Winthrop Harbor , IL USA - Saturday, November 05, 2005 at 16:28:21 (CST)
VERY GOOD SITE KEEP IT UP.
MUGU <MAIL@MUGU>
LOME, LOME TOGO - Tuesday, November 01, 2005 at 13:10:51 (CST)
would like an email add a regular home add for bruce gilman if they have it. rosenburg,tex is as close as i can get
bill hesse <oldcrows.com>
alta, ia USA - Monday, October 31, 2005 at 15:01:59 (CST)
hello everyone, hope u got my letter vickie. actually the price of gas is $2.41 a gallon sorry sir cheapest is here.Take care everyone and stay warm bye!!
tiffany seljmani
winthrop harbor, IL USA - Monday, October 24, 2005 at 16:00:47 (CDT)
Nice site!
E. V. Kueny <evk1236@aol.com>
Ankeny, IA USA - Wednesday, October 19, 2005 at 22:11:26 (CDT)
I think it is great that one of the local citizen was instrumental in having the Hamann Memorial Library built. I live in Sacramento but enjoy my visits of about three times a year to Anthon area. We will be sure to check out the Library on our next return to the area. For information the cheapest gas today is $2.77. Enjoy the opening of the library tomorrow.
Ed Springer <littledutch8545@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Friday, October 14, 2005 at 22:36:46 (CDT)
My husband, Randy is always talking about the storm of 1975 ( I was only 3 :) ) so I don't recall he he he. What I am wondering is, does anyone have pictures as He claims there were snow drifts as high as the school buses. Would love to see anything you may.
Carrie Brown <randyandcarriebrown@msn.com>
mapleton, IA USA - Wednesday, October 12, 2005 at 01:45:33 (CDT)
We are still getting our data base together for the AO Class of 1966 together, and are looking for email addresses, for: Steve Duecker, Robert Cloud, Keith Hair,Edna Handke Dyer, Wally Hamann, Charles Jackson, Harold Nelson, Jerry Pedersen, Dennis Phillips,Greg Phillips, Sharon Sands Eickholt, Harry Sands, Doug Thompson,Coleen White McKenna, Mary Ann Wimmer Schultz. Any assistance with this would be appreciated. We would really like to have as many classmates as possible attend the 40th reunion and the All School reunion also. Thanks, Marilyn
Marilyn Francis Drake <mrdrake@cox.net>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Thursday, October 06, 2005 at 20:59:11 (CDT)
You have a real nice homepage here- every once in a while I look it over to see if I recognize any names from the 50s and 60s. Anthon is a nice place to have grown up in.
Bill Mason <bmason@pocahontas.k12.ia.us>
Pocahontas, Ia USA - Thursday, September 22, 2005 at 15:41:02 (CDT)
hello out there to Brad and Dee dose Tony and Julie Collins and family. Also a shout out to Nancy Davis if u get this message and Lynn. hi to Stephanie, Carrie and Molly take care u all and enjoy the rest of your summer. Iowa is nothing like Illinois it's a blast out here, Great America, Sears Tower, Gurnee Mills shopping mall, Lake Michigan so much to see in suburbs of Illinois. bye for now
Tiffany Seljmani
Winthrop Harbor, IL USA - Friday, September 09, 2005 at 13:15:25 (CDT)
Vickie....The weather link was a nice addition to your website.
Allen Sobieski <sobiac@schallertel.net>
Correctionville, Ia USA - Tuesday, August 30, 2005 at 20:47:22 (CDT)
I stumbled on to this site looking for something else. My husband is Randy Brown, son of the late Joe Brown. Randy was raised in the Anthon, C'ville area. This was fun I enjoyed reading all the different articles. Great Job!!!!
Carrie Brown <randyandcarriebrown@msn.com>
Mapleton, Ia. USA - Tuesday, August 30, 2005 at 01:54:32 (CDT)
I am wondering if anyone knows where Michael O'Connell, Jane Schuh and Anna Kivedra may be. They were in St. Joseph school when I was and just wondering what has happend to them. This is a great sight. Thanks
Gordon Weber <PWeber4800@aol.com>
La Mesa, CA USA - Friday, August 05, 2005 at 21:56:49 (CDT)
The Carr/Rourke Family-Friends Reunion has been moved from June 17, 2006 to June 24, 2006 because of the change in the date for the Anthon-Oto School Reunion. Click on the Family Reunion link on the Anthon website for details. Hope to see lots of folks there. Fran Carr
Fran Carr <franc@cox.net>
Omaha, NNe USA - Saturday, July 30, 2005 at 09:31:02 (CDT)
Looking for my friend from Wayne State from Anthon.. Garnet Madison.
Judy Milner <Judyenlow7@hotmail.com>
Morgan Hill, Ca USA - Saturday, July 30, 2005 at 01:03:49 (CDT)
Vicki, this is an incredible website.My parents were Don and Dolores Conley and my grandparents were Ed and Elva Conley. I have enjoyed the pictures and information available on the site and shared some tidbits with my dad who is now blind. He lives in Fonda Iowa and I know he would enjoy it if he would hear from some of his old friends from Anthon. My nephew, Jerodiah Conley, showed me the website. I know many folks know him.
Becky (Conley)Fenceroy <Suebeefence@aol.com>
Sioux City, IA USA - Monday, July 25, 2005 at 22:54:26 (CDT)
It's been 33 years since I left Anthon and I stlii refer to it as "home". Just looking for any information on the Class of '73 mates This site is very good, keep up the good work!
Jim Cavin <jimandpegcavin@verizon.net>
New Port Richey, Fl USA - Saturday, July 16, 2005 at 19:38:14 (CDT)
Thanks Vickie for all your great work! It comes as no suprise to me that so many in the guest book, who have traveled far away, still hold Northwest Iowa and especially Anthon close to their hearts. As dad would often say, he was truly blessed to have ended up on that little piece of ground in Wolfcreek Township. No better place on earth.
Bruce Fey <sgtfey@juno.com>
Sioux City, IA USA - Saturday, July 09, 2005 at 08:24:53 (CDT)
Itwas great tosee the pictures of the 1953 gradsand all the other grads.hospitalization and learning how to walk again has taken alot of time
Bill Hesse <oldcrows@direcway.com>
alta, Ia USA - Wednesday, June 29, 2005 at 15:40:53 (CDT)
I am looking for help with some family history. My Great Grandmother, Rose Mary Bustorf Stone Clark was postmistress near Anthon or Correctionville. My Grandmother Ruth Ellen Clark Holmes was born there also.
Ruth Schaferr <r2rschafer@charter.net>
Elk River, MN USA - Tuesday, June 28, 2005 at 15:27:39 (CDT)
You are doing a great job with your site. Enjoy seeing familiar names from the past. To the class of 64 did someone volunteer to help me with our 45th or was I the only volunteer? Bill Mead AO Class of 64
Bill Mead <meads@frontiernet.net>
Denison, Ia USA - Monday, June 20, 2005 at 07:47:57 (CDT)
Just returned from the reunion at Anthon, I would like to thank Tony,Julie,Jolynne,Brad and Dee for taking care of us.We had a blast. Tracy , Scott, Rich and Pedro. Whoo!
TRACY SMITH <TSMITTYBEAST@YAHOO.COM>
GARDNER, KS USA - Sunday, June 19, 2005 at 15:51:38 (CDT)
Hi To Rhonda GOthier if u get the message bye everyone and god bless u all Hava a Happy Fourth of July!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tiffany Seljmani
zion, USA - Wednesday, June 08, 2005 at 12:30:50 (CDT)
HI there Kayla hope u had fun on Kids Day I was in town also at mom and dads on the farm hope your grandpa is doing well. I got to see my sister and her boyfriend she's a busy lady so I don't hear much from her sorry I don';t have an email send me your phone number or way to reach u and i will send u my address mine again is (224)717-9545 will Kayla tell Rhonda too bad i missed u I was in town for 3 days only saw my grandma hows' Jacksonville? I'll have to come visit when i make it down there take it easy Kayla bye for now are u married?Love Tiffany
tiffany Seljmani
zion, IL USA - Wednesday, June 08, 2005 at 12:29:22 (CDT)
Hey Tiffany! I was in Anthon for Kids Day! I went down on Saturday night after the parade for a little bit. I had quite a time when I was home. Grandpa Cal was in the hospital but is home now getting better. Grandma Joyce is still going. Jeff and Jacque moved to Anthon last year form Sioux City. My daughter, Alyxus Jeanne, is 24 weeks now. I can e-mail pics to you if I have your e-mail address. I am in college going for my A.S. degree in Legal Assisting. I have my A.A. in Business Administration already. Look forward to hearing from you. Take care and God bless.
Kayla Gothier <kaylagothier@yahoo.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Sunday, June 05, 2005 at 19:33:49 (CDT)
Thank You to all those that have served, are serving and have sacrificed for me to have what I have today. FREEDOM. GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU.
Jo Ann R. Floor <elf-jar@peoplepc.com>
USA - Saturday, June 04, 2005 at 09:12:32 (CDT)
Thank You to all those that have served, are serving and have sacrificed for me to have what I have today. FREEDOM. GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU.
Jo Ann R. Floor
USA - Saturday, June 04, 2005 at 09:10:08 (CDT)
Dear Sir i look for my Relatives of Roggatz. My Mother is Elfriede Roggatzs from Alt-Schlawe Schlawe Polen (Slavno in Poland) The roots there are from 1648. http://www.praktiker.tk
Mrugala Roggatz
Essen, D Germany - Friday, June 03, 2005 at 17:10:26 (CDT)
ALOHA! From paradise: I was born in Sioux City 5/9/1930 and lived in Leeds. My Great, Great, Great Great Grand parents lived in Anthon. Eli Edwards, bron in the esarly 1800's. The Edwards were also related to the Heaths and rarick's of Woodbury county area. Thanks for the web sitI enjoy doing the kind of reasearch you page offers. Keep it up and make sure the city fathers keep it funded.
James Ward <wardjward@hawaii.rr.com>
Honolulu, HI USA - Tuesday, May 31, 2005 at 16:37:49 (CDT)
hi to Kayla gothier sorry it took so long to get back I was your babysitter we had fun I am in Illinois now been there for 10 years i am going to anthon weekend of Memorial day try to go to kids day and grand parade what do u do in florida?Is Rhonda there to tell her hi how's grandma Joyce u have to come and visit me in Illinois Kayla her's my # (224)717-9545 call anytime or leave a message take care talk to u later Have a wonderful memorial day weekend everyone Love Mrs.Tiffany(Osborne) Seljmani bye Kayla god bless u and your family
Tiffany Seljmani
Zion, IL USA - Thursday, May 26, 2005 at 15:18:54 (CDT)
A very nice web site for a nice little town and community. My wife was raised in the Oto/Smithland area so we have visited many times.
Ralph Kruse <r_ekruse@msn.com>
Riverside, Wa USA - Wednesday, May 18, 2005 at 13:49:06 (CDT)
This is such a great website! I especially appreciate the obituaries since there is no longer a local paper to tell us the news. See all my classmates at our 50th in June. Good Lord, where did the time go? Marjorie Farris
Marjorie Fey Farris <marjorie@projectreadky.org>
Richmond, KY USA - Monday, May 16, 2005 at 11:41:08 (CDT)
My father Wilbur James Foster was born in Oto, Iowa. As was his Mother Nora Miller Foster, daughter of James Scott Miller. Love seeing all the obituaries in one place.
Rowena Foster King <k_rowena@hotmail.com>
Portland, OR USA - Friday, April 29, 2005 at 23:18:39 (CDT)
LOOKING FORWARD TO THE CLASS REUNION FOR THE CLASS OF 80. I WOULD LIKE SOME E-MAIL ADDRESSES FROM ANYONE IN THIS CLASS. T
TRACY SMITH <TSMITTYBEAST@YAHOO.COM>
GARDNER, KS USA - Monday, April 25, 2005 at 13:32:53 (CDT)
Heard you guys had some rain-for 4 days!!! Now its cold?!? Thought I would let you know about Florida weather-very nice, sunny, warm-wish you were here yet??? Hey to everyone!! TIffany-you were my baby sitter once..See everyone in June!!
Kayla Gothier <kaylagothier@yahoo.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Friday, April 22, 2005 at 19:59:44 (CDT)
Heard you guys had some rain-for 4 days!! Thought I would inform everyone about the weather down here-very nice, sunny, hot-wish you were here yet? Hey to everyone!! See you in June!! Tiffany-u were my baby sitter :)Take care everyone
Kayla Gothier <kaylagothier@yahoo.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Friday, April 22, 2005 at 19:52:32 (CDT)
I'm not looking for trouble. But I lost my great nieces about one year ago. They were adopted out. I was woundering if any new about them and could let me know how there doing. I have kids that are about their age and don't want them to grow up and running in to them and then dating them. If im in truding on any one im sorry. I love them and miss them. Their names where kaylani and summers. If im bothering someone im sorry. I wish i could just see a picture of them.
Kathleen Aldrich <Kathleen_Aldrich@yahoo.com>
sioux city, ia USA - Wednesday, April 13, 2005 at 14:11:12 (CDT)
hi all hope everyone is ready for summer of 2005 and anthon carnival i will miss it but you all enjoy anyways, hi to stephanie Clutts Beeson take care steph u were my babysitter once miss ya stephanie tell Lisa hi hi vickie!!!!!!!!!!
tiffany seljmani (Osborne)
zion, IL USA - Thursday, April 07, 2005 at 15:05:32 (CDT)
hello. i sell some worms and stuff. come to bill's bait. i'll sell ya some of the good stuff. peace out.
Bill
Anthon, IA USA - Wednesday, April 06, 2005 at 11:21:31 (CDT)
gosh, this website is real sweet. i LOVE anthon.
Bob
Correctionville, ia USA - Wednesday, April 06, 2005 at 11:20:45 (CDT)
I dont like Anthon. I dont like the people in Anthon. And I dont like the people who eat buckets of chicken from my town. Gosh, clean it up people.
Ben Dover <bendover@yahoo.com>
Benville, Ia USA - Wednesday, April 06, 2005 at 11:20:16 (CDT)
Hi Anthonites, Just found the Anthon Website today for the 1st time. What a great way to keep up on the 'ole home town.' I too, am interested in knowing more about the fire of 1919 on or near the Beers place 3 mi. south of town. We(Dixons) were raised on what was referred to as the Beers place. I do not recall ever hearing about this tragedy--just now became aware of it from the Webpage. Thanks for taking the time and effort to keep "our" town in the news.
Joan (Dixon) Walsh <jwalsh@aea12.k12.ia.us>
Sioux City, Ia USA - Wednesday, March 30, 2005 at 11:01:27 (CST)
Great website. Keep up the great work. Fran Carr sent me the link. I am Dan Schuh's son.
Ryan Schuh
Mankato, MN USA - Thursday, March 24, 2005 at 21:31:26 (CST)
My brother Joe told me about the reunion and I am planning to come.I have visited the web site before and it is great.I like in Valdosta,Ga and haven't been home in some time so it would be a good thing.Hope to see ya there.
Jack Carr <carrjack409@aol.com>
Valdosta, Ga USA - Wednesday, March 23, 2005 at 16:42:27 (CST)
What a great site to keep up on the happenings in Anthon! My Dad (Gary Beeson) plays in the city band, and it would be wonderful to see a picture of the band on the site. (if a picture is already on the website and I've missed it please let me know) They are a wonderful group to be proud of. Thank you for creating and maintaining a website on Anthon! I will share this with my friends who haven't been able to visit-
Stephanie Clutts (Beeson) <stephanie_clutts@adp.com>
Des Moines, IA USA - Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 19:20:27 (CST)
Thanks Joe for mentioning the Carr reunion in June 2006! This is not just for the family but friends also. Click on the Family Reunion link on the Anthon website for details.
Fran Carr <franc@cox.net>
Omaha, Ne USA - Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 12:26:36 (CST)
Fantastic web site. I love the old photo's. I am making plans to attend the Family reunion that Fran is putting together for 6/2006
Joe Carr <jcarr@microtekmed.com>
Jacksonville, Fla USA - Monday, March 21, 2005 at 15:21:20 (CST)
Looking for anyone who might know any Grass's in or around Laurens IA. my G-father was born there in late 1800s his name was Jake Grass his father was Charles Grass
Cas Grass <csgrass@hotmail.com>
Jeffersonville, KY. USA - Sunday, March 13, 2005 at 08:51:22 (CST)
happy saint patricks day hi to molly stephanie, julie collins and tony and hi to everyone who knows me tiffany osborne seljmani take care and happy easter!
tiffany seljmani
zion, il USA - Saturday, March 12, 2005 at 11:21:55 (CST)
Hello - The Woodbury County records indicate that Vickie L. Banta owns a house in Correctionville. I have telephoned various phone numbers in the area (Sioux City to Correctionville and Anthon) without success. If anyone knows her - please let me know how to contact her or ask her to contact me. (916) 324-4338 Work or (916) 381-7345 Home
Ed Springer <littledutch8545@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Thursday, March 10, 2005 at 21:36:21 (CST)
I spent the school year of 1984-1985 in Anthon as an exchange student. I lived with the United Methodist Minister at that time, John Oren. I graduated from A-O with class of 85. It woke up many memories to visit your web site.//Helena
Helena Gustafsson <helena.gustafsson@se.transport.bombardier.com>
Vasteras, Sweden - Friday, March 04, 2005 at 04:48:52 (CST)
Sesquicentennial celebration this summer at Correctionville...June 16-19, 2005.
Allen Sobieski <sobiac@schallertel.net>
Correctionville, Iowa USA - Saturday, February 26, 2005 at 05:21:46 (CST)
I was wondering if you folks had any more information on Correctionville's 150th anniversary celebration this summer. Thanks!
Richard Galvin <rgalvin@valucomm.net>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Thursday, February 24, 2005 at 14:21:22 (CST)
I haven't lived in Anthon for over five years. It was really nice to be able to "catch up" a little on what's going on around time. Great site!
Jennie
USA - Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at 19:20:12 (CST)
Hi, The Anthon site is great!! Love the old photo's
Neil J. Gothier <gothlone@yahoo.com>
Bellevue, NE USA - Thursday, February 10, 2005 at 21:04:21 (CST)
NICE AND WONDERFUL SITE KEEP IT UP AND GOD BLESS I HAVE BEEN HERE GUYS OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO GREAT DR MUGU
DR MUGU ANTON <MUGU@MUGU.NET>
TOGO - Tuesday, February 08, 2005 at 01:52:36 (CST)
For the person who asked the question about the CHRISTMAS DAY FIRE in regards to the BOLLES family (see guestbook below)- it was 1919. The Anthon Herald Newspaper had a fire and so there are no newspapers until 1924 to look back on, but The Correctionville News dated Thursday, January 1, 1920 had this. [normally I do not go looking for articles for people, or ask the newspaper staff too, but thought this interesting since I had never heard about the fire. I was surprised it was not in the Anthon Centennial book. Such a tragic for any family - at any time. (Thanks to the staff of the newspaper today for helping!) January 1, 1920: Correctionville News Newspaper: Four Lives Lost In Explosion On Christmas: Christmas cheer was swiftly turned to tragedy in the Chas. Bolles home three miles south of Anthon, when a gasoline explosion cost the lives of four. The family had finished eating their Christmas dinner, and in an effort to replenish the kitchen fire which had nearly gone out, Ruby Bolles poured gasoline on the coals. Ruby was so badly burned by the explosion that she died at two the next morning. Opal, aged five, died early the next morning at the St. Vincent hospital in Sioux City, while Willie aged three died in an auto at ten the same evening on the way to the hospital. Mrs. Bolles, the mother, died at noon the following day from burns received in the attempt to rescue the children. The father and six other children ranging from six to 14 years of age, had gone outside and so were unharmed-had they been in the kitchen they could hardly have escaped. The father had been working on the A.O. Beers ranch three miles south of Anthon. *again, thank the newspaper staff for sharing this -in answer to your question about the Christmas Day fire*
Vickie Buettner - Webmaster <homeoffice@anthoniowa.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Monday, February 07, 2005 at 05:50:06 (CST)
Just found out that there is an Anthon, Iowa...my last name is Anthon!!! I thought that was pretty cool!!!
Brian Anthon <brian24gc@yahoo.com>
Lancaster, NY USA - Wednesday, February 02, 2005 at 01:18:21 (CST)
I just wanted to stop in and thank your web master for putting the information up about our "99 County Tour". Our calendar is filling quickly. Hopefully, we'll do a show near you and some of you can make it. There's no other state like Iowa!!! Thanks again! Bill
Bill Haase <bilkimhaz@mchsi.com>
Mason City, Iowa USA - Friday, January 28, 2005 at 14:05:44 (CST)
Mike McNamara and I are putting together an email list of Class of 1966 to plan a reunion. Please send your address to me asap. Marilyn
Marilyn Francis Drake <mrdrake@cox.net>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Thursday, January 20, 2005 at 19:09:28 (CST)
Just want to wish the Carrillo family best wishes and good luck on your new adventure! We'll miss you! Anna, Reghan & Riley
Anna Blessing <sassysedona@netins.net>
Moville, IA USA - Saturday, January 15, 2005 at 11:16:41 (CST)
Hello all. Thanks for the photos.
Janet Sawin- Madsen <janmadsen@reeceandnichols.com>
Overland Park, Ks USA - Wednesday, January 12, 2005 at 22:33:29 (CST)
I am seeking information about the 1919 Christmas Day Fire in Anthon, Iowa. If you have any information, I would very much appreciate an e-mail. Thank you!
Kathy Booth <jimkatieb@accessbee.com>
Citrus Heights, CA USA - Tuesday, January 11, 2005 at 19:32:02 (CST)
THANK YOU TO ALL THE PATRON'S - PAST AND PRESENT FOR ALLOWING EVERYONE TO ENJOY THE ANTHON WEB PAGES AND 'COMING HOME' NOW AND THEN. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO HAS VISITED OUR WEBSITE AS WELL. A VERY PROSPEROUS, HEALTHY, AND HAPPY 2005 TO EVERYONE! A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO ALL OUR MILITARY BROTHERS AND SISTERS - OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH EACH OF YOU - WHETHER YOU ARE ON ACTIVE DUTY OR NOT. OUR HEARTFELT THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO/HAVE DONE TO SERVE YOUR COUNTRY AND YOUR FELLOW AMERICANS. STOP BY THE GUESTBOOK AND LET US KNOW HOW YOU ARE DOING!
Vickie Buettner - Webmaster <homeoffice@anthoniowa.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Saturday, January 01, 2005 at 21:42:29 (CST) I thoroughly enjoyed your site. It was a surprise to see my Grandmother's (Ida Wolfe) picture. My Grandfather was A. L. Wolfe. He had Wolfe Lumber Company in Anthon. My Mom was his daughter, Catherine. My family and I use to visit every summer until my Grandfather's death in 1961. My brother and I have plans to pay Anthon a visit soon.
Sheila Fulton <saface@hometownu.com>
Kutztown, PA USA - Thursday, December 30, 2004 at 11:41:20 (CST)
I found this site while on computer,I left Iowa in 1950 was working at Boston Store,I am son of walter and Orlie Clausen,whom lived and farmed in the Anthon area til moving to Oregon,I seen a lot of names i remember while living in Anthon and would certainly like to hear from anyone and esp any of my relatives,as we are planning on coming back that way this summer,Hope to hear from anyone and would you please let me know the name of the anthon paer now. thank You Vaughn Clausen
vaughn I Clausen <gosple2@hotmail.com>
eugene, or USA - Sunday, December 26, 2004 at 13:37:32 (CST)
hi everyone first of all MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!! VICKIE DID U GET MY LETTER? TAKE CARE TIFFANY jO sELJMANI
tiffany Seljmani
zion, Il USA - Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at 17:57:42 (CST)
Just a quick Joyous Holidays and a Healthy, Happy, New Year to all.
Kathy (Jensen) Hantsbarger <khantsb@sbcglobal.net>
Hudson, WI USA - Tuesday, December 14, 2004 at 17:23:41 (CST)
Hi Joe!, I hope your move was pleasant. Please come back when you get a chance...We Miss You! call me as soon as you see this message :)
Golf Cart Accessories <jack@austingolfcarts.com>
Austin, Tx USA - Monday, December 13, 2004 at 22:35:15 (CST)
Hi Joe!, I hope your move was pleasant. Please come back when you get a chance...We Miss You! call me as soon as you see this message :)
Jack <jack@austingolfcarts.com>
Austin, Tx USA - Monday, December 13, 2004 at 22:34:13 (CST)
A big congratulations goes out to the Carrillo family on the addition of their beautiful baby girl, Ayleah Lynn! Can't wait to see her! Hugs! Anna, Reghan & Riley
Anna Blessing <sassysedona@netins.net>
Moville, IA USA - Monday, November 15, 2004 at 15:35:36 (CST)
JUST A LITTLE NOTE TO TELL "DAD" I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU ALOT. LOVE YOUR DAUGHTER RUTH CHARLES 'FRANK' CUNNINGHAM. AUGUST 1923-NOVEMBER 2003
RUTH MOODY <RMOODY7534@AOL.COM>
JACKSONVILLE , FL USA - Wednesday, November 10, 2004 at 07:39:11 (CST)
Nice site and thanks to others I finally found this site My Great Grandfather Rev Herman Saeger was a Circuit Rider Lutheran pastor back in 1905-1912 and we know he was a pastor in Anthon so Im looking for his church and any information any one may have about him.
Lynda Doberstein <LD4847@aol.com>
Menomonee Falls , WI USA - Thursday, November 04, 2004 at 20:05:45 (CST)
~~Calling all cooks. The Anthon Public Library is compiling a cookbook and~~ ... I would like to ask the Library Board to please send me (webmaster) your notice to be placed on the NOTES PAGE of the Anthon website. LET'S KEEP THE GUEST BOOK A GUEST BOOK AND NOT A "NOTICE BOARD." THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR EVERYONE'S COOPERATION. I hope that I hear from the Library Board soon in regards to their cookbook "notice" so we can share with our website family.
Vickie Buettner - webmaster
My mother, Kathryn Ellen Reynolds, was born in Oto September 7, 1892 and graduated from Oto High School about 1909. Her parents were Sarah Ellen Miller and Henry Patrick Reynolds. Sarah Ellen was also born in Oto. Her parents were Ellen Collins and James Scott Miller. Ellen was born in Ireland. Many of her relatives settled in the Oto area in the 1850's. Many of their descendants still live in Woodbury County.
June Smelser <junesmelser@yahoo.com>
Sandy, OR USA - Thursday, October 21, 2004 at 13:48:22 (CDT)
Had a great time at the 2004 reunion. Spent the whole week in and around Anthon. Camping at Little Sioux park was perfect. Thanks to Jolynne,and other class of 79'ers. looking forward to attending the 2005 reunion. T
Tracy Smith <TSMITTYBEAST@YAHOO.COM>
GARDNER, KS USA - Tuesday, October 19, 2004 at 11:12:49 (CDT)
This is for Vickie. We were running a search on our family name and came up with your website. There is a large Buettner family in Saskatchewan. Wonder if there is any connection.
Lisa Buettner <lisab@sasktel.net.ca>
Creighton, Sk. Canada - Saturday, October 16, 2004 at 19:49:57 (CDT)
Somebody recently contacted me after seeing one of my messages here on this site; The lady is originally from the Anthon area and now lives in Las Vegas, as I do. I have lost her email and address and have not been able to write back to her; I am hopeful that she (or someone else) will see this so we can get back in touch. I do not remember her name, though she did say in her email that her father was a school superintendent long ago in Anthon,I believe; she is a librarian in Las Vegas. I anxiously await a reply. :)
Wee <ItsWee@aol.com>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Wednesday, October 06, 2004 at 19:45:06 (CDT)
Forgot to thank Peg Barbie for all the email's she send out for my Birthday. Thanks Peg Cec
Cecil <marandcec@aol.com>
Barling, AR USA - Friday, October 01, 2004 at 22:05:58 (CDT)
Would like to thank all who sent me cards, called or gifts for my 70th Birthday. Special thanks to my sneaky niece,(Lynn McCorrick) for putting it in the town paper for my sneaky kids, Tammy,Michelle,Cheryl,Mike and there spouses, and to the wife Marlene. It was a great time, Brother Bill,wife Coleen and niece, Kari came down from South Dalota and really surprised me. Would also like to say thanks for the cards and call I got while in the hosp and since I've been home. Your all a great bunch of people. Cecil
Cecil Mc Kenna <marand cec@aol.com>
Barling, Ar USA - Friday, October 01, 2004 at 22:00:42 (CDT)
Happy Wedding Aniversary to David & Jessie Holcomb. Vanessa,Chris,Landon & George
Vanessa Ouellette <cnvouellette@sbcglobal.net>
KS USA - Friday, September 10, 2004 at 22:05:46 (CDT)
Hi Vickie, Just wanted you to know that we have made a successful but frustrating move from our old 1900's house here in Madrid to a Condo here in Madrid. I'm not sure what my e-mail address will be but will let you know. Also wanted you to know how much I enjoy your WEB SITE.
Merlene (Jackson) Flynn
Madrid, IA USA - Wednesday, September 08, 2004 at 09:55:43 (CDT)
Hey fellow Anthonites, I hope you all enjoyed following me throigh my adventures in the WILD state of New Jersey. I will definitely be back there next summer!!. But anyway I just wanted to say that I made it back to Iowa City safely and I got everything moved in and I'm all settled. Now the tough part--SCHOOLWORK..haha. But anyway, talk to you all later! Cody
Cody Umbach <cody-umbach@uiowa.edu>
Iowa City, IA USA - Sunday, August 22, 2004 at 00:25:45 (CDT)
i am looking for mugus families.
mugu johnbull <mjb@aol.cpm>
fl, ml USA - Saturday, August 14, 2004 at 23:44:05 (CDT)
George Holcomb of class of 1940 or so, sends greetings from our home in Miami, the tropical part of the country. My wife, Zuzel Cano of Cuba and I moved here from Washington, DC, where I worked for about 28 years at U.S. Department of Agriculture as a public affairs officer and editor, writing publications, etc. Zuzel worked as a professor at the American University and the Catholic University in Washington, DC, for years. I note classmate Bill Kissinger has a recent message in your guestbook, which is a great contribution to the history of Anthon. Greetings to Bill and all the other alumni of Anthon High, including Leonard Waugh and doubtless others nearby. My mother lived most of her retired life until she was close to her 90's in Anthon, in a house that I helped paint a bit sometimes. Brother David Holcomb still lives out northwest of town on the gravel road to Correctionvill along the Little Sioux river. Regards and thanks. George Holcomb, 305-551-4104
George Holcomb <georgemiami@hotmail.com>
Miami, FL USA - Sunday, August 01, 2004 at 12:53:18 (CDT)
My Mom (Joan Jensen) and I came down from Wisconsin for the Oto Sesquitennial the beginning of June -- which I found out about from the website. What FUN!! Saw high school friends I haven't seen for an unmentionable number of years as well as other old friends. It was just great--haven't had that much fun in years. I wasn't able to attend the alumni get-together this time, but that's in the works for future years. I'm just never sure whether to go to the Anthon-Oto Alumni or the Oto Alumni banquet. I'm from the class of '67--which is my best chance to run into old classmates? Would love to hear from anyone!
Kathy (Jensen) Hantsbarger <khantsb@sbcglobal.net>
Hudson, WI USA - Wednesday, July 21, 2004 at 11:05:36 (CDT)
hey vicky u forgot to put my birthday on the 27th of July u know me {TIffany Osborne}seljmani please list it thanks VickyB take care god bless tell stephanie hi and molly
Tiffany Seljmani
beach Park, IL USA - Saturday, July 10, 2004 at 13:47:49 (CDT)
hey vicky u forgot to put my birthday on the 27th of July u know me {TIffany Osborne}seljmani please list it thanks VickyB take care god bless tell stephanie hi and molly
Tiffany Seljmani
beach Park, IL USA - Saturday, July 10, 2004 at 13:46:32 (CDT)
I have learned a lot about our great Flag since June 5. I was arriving in Ventura and learned about the passing of former President Raegan. What a week to be there. I was in Simi Valley the evening and saw with my own eyes the Missing Man Flyover formation. WOW! For me it was a closure as I was serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer 8000 miles from home in a British Crown Coloney when President Kennedy was assinated. I learned while in Ventura that if a flag couldn't be lowered to half staff as a flag in a meeting room that the acceptable and respectable way was to drape the flag with a black ribbon the width of a stripe and the length of the flag. It really makes some sense.
Sally <sosnapa@aol.com>
Napa, CA USA - Wednesday, June 30, 2004 at 21:10:02 (CDT)
Hey Lynn, Nancy one more thing my address is 38328 N.Sheridan Road Beach Park IL u can put Attention Tiffany Seljmani thank u I hope to hear back from u all, once again congratulations on the baby !!!!!!!!!THinking of u always Nancy bye for now hope to hear back.
Tiffany (Osborne)Seljmani
beach Park , IL USA - Monday, June 28, 2004 at 17:38:24 (CDT)
hi everyone CONGRATULATIONS Jeff and Nancy I hear that u had a baby girl Nancy it was your turn Remember me nancy??and hey Lynn u used to babysit me when I was a child hey nancey class of 95 rules huh I don't have your new address mrs.Davis Nancy I have a girl she is 7 years old this year if u get a chance Nancy or Lynn send me the new address looking for Nancy Davis address thank you lynn!!!!!!! take care nancy lynn and Jeff
Tiffany (Osborn)Selmani <Midtown4 @Juno.com>
Beach Park, Il USA - Monday, June 28, 2004 at 17:28:42 (CDT)
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BOBMUGU <BOBMUGU@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, June 24, 2004 at 10:24:55 (CDT)
Congratulations to Jeff and Nancy Davis!!! Beautiful baby girl, Kyla Frances, born on June 12!!!
Lynn (Meyer) McCormick <Lmmccorm@netins.net>
Anthon, IA USA - Tuesday, June 22, 2004 at 19:57:21 (CDT)
Hi all! Doug, Joe and his wife and I had a good time at the 2004 almuni reunion. Where were more of the class of 1969?! Do you realize this was our 35th? I teach 2nd grade at St. Augustine Indian Mission in Winnebago and love it! Would love to hear from A-O alumni.
Sheryl Ashley <sashley@esu1.org>
Anthon, IA USA - Sunday, June 20, 2004 at 19:38:45 (CDT)

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, USA - Saturday, June 19, 2004 at 21:26:29 (CDT)
Great site! Also enjoyed looking at all the pictures. I use to visit Anthon every summer growing up. I'll never forget participating in the Kid's Day parade with my cousin Brenda Bainbridge. Lots of great memories coming from Anthon. My grandfather, Clarence Davis, recently passed away at the age of 102! It won't be the same visiting grandma now in the nursing home in Correctionville. I understand a large reunion is underway this weekend. My mom and dad (Maureen(Kennedy) and Don Davis) should be arriving just about now (they live in NC also). I didn't realize dad will be celebrating with his hs class of 1954...50th reunion! WOW! Hope everyone has a great time. If anyone has any stories to share with me about any of my family members I'd love to hear! (RSeib44725@aol.com)
Kelly (Davis) Seibert <RSeib44725@aol.com>
Hillsborough, NC USA - Thursday, June 17, 2004 at 18:48:02 (CDT)
This is a test If this had been an actual log I would have probably said something useful I just wanted to know if one could add html to their log It would make it much easier to read
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USA - Wednesday, June 16, 2004 at 10:38:50 (CDT)
A fine salute to Anthon! I just received the invitation to the class of '84 reunion. What a nice surprise, somebody is really working hard to find all of us. We have seemed to have gone our own ways, but we haven't forgotten Anthon-Oto. Look forward to seeing familiar faces at the reunion. I haven�t been to Anthon since 1985; I hope I still remember my way around. Anybody have directions to the golf club? You can email me here at the school, or call me at 515/249-5546. I also want to make a public thank you to the Yockeys, God Bless you fine folks. Michael Hickman Instructor Computer Programming Des Moines Area Community College Des Moines, IA 50309 515/249-5546 "One machine can do the work of fifty ordinary men. No machine can do the work of one extraordinary man." - Elbert Hubbard
Michael Hickman (Harward) <mdhickman@dmacc.edu>
Des Moines, IA USA - Wednesday, June 16, 2004 at 10:31:16 (CDT)
Thank you (to everyone in Oto) for all your efforts in putting together the celebration of your town's 150th birthday. My grandfather, William "Frank" Walling was born in Oto on 17 October 1876. All the best.
Stephen A. Walling <walvesco@aol.com>
Republic of Panama - Sunday, June 06, 2004 at 18:30:49 (CDT)
Please, Please remember that 60 years ago today, young soldiers, sailor's and airmen of the Allied Powers began the assault on Hitler's Fortress Europe. Many of those young people are buried there in Normandy, not far from where they "hit the beach". These were young men who never got to grow old. Never got to go home again. Never enjoyed the freedoms of the United States again, but with their blood they freed Europe from Evil. Not only American's, but men from England, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Scotland, France and many more that I am afraid I can't remember. To all those D-Day Veterans, living and dead, I say; "Thank You For What You Did. We Can Never Repay You". May God Bless all Veterans everywhere.
Robert Hess
USA - Sunday, June 06, 2004 at 04:02:20 (CDT)
On this, the occasion of former President Ronald Reagan's death, take time to reflect on how lucky we are to live in the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!
Robert Hess
USA - Sunday, June 06, 2004 at 03:54:36 (CDT)

This message is to Mike and Mindy Behrens who live in Anthon. I just wanted to say Congratulations one more time on the birth of that beautiful baby!! Baby Cole is a wonderful addition to the family!!
Alicia Behrens <SishaB1979@aol.com>
Sioux City, IA USA - Wednesday, June 02, 2004 at 16:34:28 (CDT)
I also noticed a previous posting regarding the RITTS family surname; I am researching that family surname, and would love to try to see if we connect somehow. My 2nd-great grandmother was Adeline Rosella Ritts, who married Daniel Louis Downing approx. 1870. Daniel & Adeline lived in Oto in 1897 when their young daughter died & was buried at Oto cemetery. According to another researcher, the parents of Adeline were Joseph Ritts & Mary Hay.
Wee <ItsWee@aol.com>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Wednesday, June 02, 2004 at 07:03:26 (CDT)
Kudos to Kathy Downing & Merlene Flynn for their hard work in creating the Oto History book & Cookbook! I am the sister-in-law to Ed (3 messages down)...he neglected to mention that I was with him and my sis when we visited Oto area last summer. LOL We met with distant relatives Kathy Downing & Lily Mae Ronfeldt, & also met "Peachy", who lives there too. ::::waving:::: Hi Kathy! Lily Mae! Peachy! Merlene!! Warm regards, ~ Wee ~
Wee <ItsWee@aol.com>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Wednesday, June 02, 2004 at 05:42:41 (CDT)
I taught school in Oto in 1952 and 1953. A rookie teacher could not pick a better place to to begin a career in edicatopm. For the many young men and women who became responsible adults a sincee gretting.Congratulations to the town of Oto for being representives of what Amrican is all about. Congratulations to Oto in this their 150th year.
Lorne Bargmann <pabarge1@hotmail.com>
San Bernardino, CAI USA - Sunday, May 30, 2004 at 16:24:45 (CDT)
Thank you so much for having this web site. It is such a great place to visit, to find out what is going on in Anthon. Hopefully we will be back to visit this summer.
Jim & Lynn Pierce <kjpierce@rochester.rr.com>
Rochester, NY USA - Tuesday, May 25, 2004 at 15:35:44 (CDT)
Hello out there (1,600 miles away). My wife (Marion) and I have visited Anthon, Correctionville and Otto about a half dozen times since our first visit there in October 2002. I hope to retire back there as soon as possible. I have lived in Sacramento for 51 years and ready for a smoother life style. We have met some very nice people in Correctionville, Anthon, and Otto (Hi Vicki). The price of gasoline here today is $2.20 - ouch. I like to review this website periodically.
Edward Springer <Edward_Springer@dca.ca.gov>
SACRAMENTO, CA USA - Monday, May 24, 2004 at 17:36:32 (CDT)
Just checking. It's many a year since I left good old Anthon. I lived at Watertown, S.D. for 35 years. Retired from Burroughs Corp. Moved to Mesa Az. Been here 20 years. I'm married to the same Lady for 50 years. Have one son Myron who has presented us with two lovely grand daughters. I am now working for America West Airlines. Been with them for 14 years. Couldn't take retirement. I do enjoy your column. Not many of my old gang still around. Hi to every one
Bill Kissinger <bkinaz@cox.net>
Mesa, Az USA - Monday, May 24, 2004 at 11:08:08 (CDT)
Vicki, You've done a terrific job with the web site. It's nice to be able to keep up with our town. I've lived in Richmond, Kentucky for over 32 years, but I'm still an Iowan and proud of it. I am the coordinator for an adult literacy program in Madison County, and I love the job! My daughter, Ashley, (guess where she got her name?) is in the Ph.D. program at Indiana University. I'll be home for the Alumni gettogether in June. Hope to see lots of you then. Marjorie Fey Farris
Marjorie Fey Farris <momfar@juno.com>
Richmond, KY USA - Wednesday, May 19, 2004 at 19:59:29 (CDT)
Wolfe in Anthon Iowa brings back memories as a little kid going to the tent revival in that town and seeing my Grand Dad A.L.Wolfe who ran the local lumber yard. My mom remembers the good memories at 88 so thanks for the web site for indeed it has made us happy to reflex on life of days gone by. My dad who has passed, Frank E. Wolfe, would have love to see that picture of his mom Ida Wolfe, but you never know some of the ways we are directed, for it was a treat Vickie.
Frank J. Wolfe <wolfe@esedona.net>
Sedona, AZ USA - Sunday, May 16, 2004 at 14:21:56 (CDT)
hi Vickie Molly, Carrie and Stephanie I hope the Buettner family is well Living in illinois is a blessing a lot to do but anyways I stay busy sell cars and take care of my cat and rabbits and german shephard hey well hi to anyone that knows me that gets in the Anthon guestbook anyone is welcome to e-mail me take care and God Bless you all!!!
Tiffany (Osborne)Seljmani <www.Midtown4@Juno.com>
Beach Park, IL USA - Monday, May 03, 2004 at 17:42:47 (CDT)
I LOVE THIS PAGE. PLEASE, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.
MGBADA JOE ABA NAIJA <MGBADAJOE@ABA.COM>
ABA NAIJA, ABA NAIJA - Thursday, April 22, 2004 at 08:30:42 (CDT)
I just discovered this website thanks to the Alumni banquet mailing; I can now keep up with the local news. Jim and I live in Springfield, VA..24 yrs. now. We raised 4 children and now have 6 grandchildren..all of the LoJaconos plan to come home to Anthon 4th of July weekend to see family, especially Mom Bernard who is now 84. Hello & blessings to classmates of 62, sorry I missed our 40th reunion, love to hear from you. Anne Bernard LoJacono
Anne Bernard LoJacono (class of 62) <anneloja@cox.net>
Springfield, VA USA - Wednesday, April 14, 2004 at 09:10:17 (CDT)
I just discovered this website thanks to the Alumni banquet mailing; I can now keep up with the local news. Jim and I live in Springfield, VA..24 yrs. now. We raised 4 children and now have 6 grandchildren..all of the LoJaconos plan to come home to Anthon 4th of July weekend to see family, especially Mom Bernard who is now 84. Hello & blessings to classmates of 62, sorry I missed our 40th reunion, love to hear from you. Anne Bernard LoJacono
Anne Bernard LoJacono (class of 62) <anneloja@cox.net>
Springfield, VA USA - Wednesday, April 14, 2004 at 09:07:33 (CDT)
Looking forward to the Class of 1979 reunion. Would love to hear from old classmates. See you in June.
Sherrie Arvin (Roggatz) <MvrMom@aol.com>
Aurora, CO USA - Tuesday, April 13, 2004 at 23:33:47 (CDT)
WHO THE HECK IS FRANK SKRALY? I'M REALLY LOOKING FORWARD TO THE CLASS OF 79 REUNION THIS YEAR. HOPE TO SEE MANY OLD FRIENDS. MY WIFE AND I WILL BE STAYING AROUND THERE FOR ABOUT A WEEK. LOVE TO SPEND TIME WITH SOME ALUMNI. JANE ROUSER WILL YOU BE MY GOLF PARTNER? WE TALKED ABOUT THIS IN STUDY HALL, I'M SURE YOU HAVEN'T FORGOT. SEE YA T
Tracy Smith <TSMITTYBEAST@YAHOO.COM>
GARDNER, KS USA - Friday, April 09, 2004 at 23:16:38 (CDT)
Interesting web site, nice to see a few names that I recognize being from the class of 59
Ralph Dixon <DIXONELKHR@aol.com>
Clancy, MT USA - Friday, April 09, 2004 at 19:29:14 (CDT)
i recieved the alumni newsletter today and was curious about the Anthon website. It was real interesting to catch up on some old friends' happenings.....don't get back much with life happening....keep up the good work---what a great idea to keep in touch with friends and family from "home".
marie yockey <mrmalibu_2000@yahoo.com>
moville, ia USA - Tuesday, April 06, 2004 at 21:29:52 (CDT)
I was happy to see this site on the internet. Anthon-Oto years are long ago, but not forgotten. Spent many years since graduation moving and traveling, finally settled in South Carolina. Although I enjoyed the years spent there, the Midwest and family drew me back. I am going to try to make the reunion this year, it will be interesting to see who remembers who after all these years.
Kathy (Jensen) Hantsbarger <kmhants@pressenter.com>
Hudson, WI USA - Monday, April 05, 2004 at 08:56:51 (CDT)
My mother, Fanchon Gladys Ritts was born in Anthon, IA on 2-21-1907. She graduated from the 8th grade. I have her diploma. Then the family moved to Sioux City, IA. Her father was Charles Lester Ritts and her mother was Celestie Jeanette (Crowl) Ritts. Grandpa Charlie died with ruptured appendix in 1917. If you have any info on MY FAMILY and want to share with me, I would appreciate it very much. I had family in Anthon, Correctionville, Moville, Washta, Cherokee, Sioux City... Carole Jean (Anderson) Whitten born in Sioux City, Iowa on January 12, 1925 married Cleveland Woodward Whitten, Jr. on October 8, 1944 He was a ballturret gunner on a B-17. When he returned from England we married and he had duty in Amarillo, TX from November, 1944 - September 1945 (discharge) We stayed in Texas. I call myself an IOWA WAR BRIDE. Thanks...
Carole Jean (Anderson) Whitten <cwhitten@midland.edu>
Stanton, TX USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 11:29:43 (CST)
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If anyone knows how to get a hold of a Coleen Downing (maiden name) formerly from Oto, IA please email me with the contact information Thanks
Jake Philips <juphilips@excite.com>
Sioux City, IA USA - Tuesday, March 23, 2004 at 19:16:07 (CST)
I am here for no particular reason, but I would like to say hello to everyone in Anthon, Iowa!
Frank Skraly <schnail@hotmail.com>
Watertown, MA USA - Tuesday, March 23, 2004 at 16:34:36 (CST)
hi and happy Easter to all hi TO Vickie Happy B-day to Sara Beery Happy Birthday to Trisha Osborne
Tiffany Seljmani
zion, il USA - Tuesday, March 09, 2004 at 15:15:09 (CST)
hi and happy Easter to all hi TO Vickie Happy B-day to Sara Beery Happy Birthday to Trisha Osborne
Tiffany
zion, il USA - Tuesday, March 09, 2004 at 15:13:46 (CST)
hi TOny Julie Lucas, Tyler and Joey miss you all also adam and andrew Peterson take care and do good in school Love Tiffany Osborne seljmani.
Tiffany Seljmani/late Tiffany Osborne <n/A>
Zion, Il USA - Thursday, March 04, 2004 at 16:29:15 (CST)
HI to all miss you all I hope everyone is staying busy miss the small little town of Anthon hi to the class of 1995 take care and God Bless also if you wanna reach me call 847-409-3197 thanks and have a great year
Tiffany Seljmani/late Tiffany Osborne <n/A>
Zion, Il USA - Thursday, March 04, 2004 at 16:26:46 (CST)
HI to all miss you all I hope everyone is staying busy miss the small little town of Anthon hi to the class of 1995 take care and God Bless
Tiffany Seljmani/late Tiffany Osborne <n/A>
Zion, Il USA - Thursday, March 04, 2004 at 16:25:35 (CST)
HI to all miss you all I hope everyone is staying busy miss the small little town of Anthon hi to the class of 1995 take care and God Bless
Tiffany Seljmani <n/A>
Zion, Il USA - Thursday, March 04, 2004 at 16:24:21 (CST)
HI to all miss you all I hope everyone is staying busy miss the small little town of Anthon hi to the class of 1995 take care and God Bless
Tiffany Seljmani <n/A>
Zion, Il USA - Thursday, March 04, 2004 at 16:24:19 (CST)
HI to all miss you all I hope everyone is staying busy miss the small little town of Anthon hi to the class of 1995
Tiffany Seljmani <n/A>
Zion, Il USA - Thursday, March 04, 2004 at 16:23:22 (CST)
I am a member of the class of 66. I still have and aunt in Anthon(Marg Handke, my Dads sister) all the rest of the Farbers are gone except for my Mother who lives in Moville. seldom ever get back. Anthon is a wonderful place to be from. Wonderful site.
Paul Farber <farberppd@cs.com>
Peotone, IL USA - Monday, February 16, 2004 at 18:51:55 (CST)
Really nice to go back and see familar names from the past good site
susie a. reynolds <susiereynolds@hotmail.com>
ames, IA United States - Friday, February 06, 2004 at 11:44:06 (CST)
I LOVE THIS PAGE. PLEASE, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.
MGBADA JOE ABA NAIJA <MGBADAJOE@ABA.COM>
ABA NAIJA, ABA NAIJA - Wednesday, February 04, 2004 at 10:58:18 (CST)
hi I hope everyone in Anthon is ok take care happy new year
Tiffany Seljmani
Zion, il USA - Monday, February 02, 2004 at 19:51:28 (CST)
hi I hope everyone in Anthon is ok take care happy new year
Tiffany Seljmani
Zion, il USA - Monday, February 02, 2004 at 19:51:12 (CST)
hello Tinman i am glad to see u was able injoy this site like i do i will keep passing it on so all can see it +Peach_Pies2 msn host for hearts and spades. so i pass are site around alot to all of friends! ty for the great web site.
marjorie wise <wisecandles@netins.net>
USA - Monday, January 19, 2004 at 15:49:59 (CST)
this is for peach pies! thanks to all you hosts for the fine job you all do. had a look round your site and it looks like a beautiful little county,nice scenery bit like home
geoff ross <geoffross@btinternet.com>
Leicester, England - Friday, January 16, 2004 at 17:08:10 (CST)
THIS IS FOR JERRY/PETE MULLICANE OR ANYONE FROM THE CLASSES OF 54,55,56 OR ANYONE ELSE FOR THAT MATTER. JERRY/PETE, I'M HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM WITH MY CARRIER TRYING TO CONNECT WITH YOURS. IT JUST WON'T GO THRU. SO, HERE'S MY PHONE NUMBER - 928-726-4235. MAYBE WE CAN FIGURE THIS OUT.ANYWAY, THIS IS A GREAT SITE. WHO'S EVER IN CHARGE, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. I HAVE ALOT OF MEMORIES OF ANTHON AND WOULD LOVE TO SWAP STORIES. THANKS TO PEGGY MEAD OF OTO, I HAVE BEEN ABLE RE-LIVE SOME OF THOSE TIMES. SO, IF YOU ARE'NT BUSY SEND ME A NOTE. SEMPER FI!
J. J. (JIM) CARR <jjcarryum@yahoo.com>
YUMA, AZ USA - Friday, January 09, 2004 at 15:14:25 (CST)
Iwas looking for my Brothers website for the Anthon Family and found yours. I never knew there was a town with Grandpa's sur name. I'll be back to visit. Margaret
Margaret Anthon-TenBrin <Margmt@prodigy.net>
Grand Rapids, MI USA - Tuesday, January 06, 2004 at 18:20:37 (CST)
I am happy to see that someone has taken the time to let others know about our little piece of god's country... Thanks Jerodiah " Porky " Conley
Jerodiah Francis Conley <jerodiah@hotmail.com>
Ames, IA USA - Tuesday, January 06, 2004 at 14:39:21 (CST)
Me gust� encontrar en EEUU una poblaci�n que tiene mi mismo nombre. En Espa�a tambi�n existe una poblaci�n llamada OTO
Pere OTO <oto@login2.ad>
Andorra la Vella, AND Principado de Andorra (Europe) - Sunday, January 04, 2004 at 14:01:42 (CST)
Nice web-site Vickie. Nice way to find old friends.
Deanna Buettner Braun <dbraun@longlines.com>
Salix, IA USA - Saturday, January 03, 2004 at 14:13:58 (CST)
Thank you to all of our visitors in the years past. Thank you to all of our Patron's in the years past as well. Hoping everyone has a VERY HAPPY and PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR IN 2004. Visit the Anthon web site often, and PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE OR COMMENT. Thank you and God Bless.
Vickie Buettner - Webmaster <homeoffice@anthoniowa.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Friday, January 02, 2004 at 17:12:53 (CST)
Just checking in from the class of '59. I'm being held against my will up here in northern Minnesota. Could someone come and rescue me?
Jim Renneker <jrenneker@wiktel.com>
Warroad, Mn USA - Friday, December 12, 2003 at 20:35:31 (CST)
Hello Anthon! It's been a long time now since I've seen your green grass,and waves of grain. I often think of you. Class of '84, a special hello to you folks. I am currently a computer programming instructor at Des Moines Area Community College, feel free to drop me a line. Father of two fine boys, Dustin(14) and Landon(3), and am a lucky husband of a beautiful wife, Sharla. Salute, Anthon
Michael Harward (Hickman) <mdhickman@dmacc.edu>
Des Moines, IA USA - Sunday, November 30, 2003 at 22:14:34 (CST)
Hi ANTHON; Class of 1963 where are you? old friends butch, larry, hey the umbachs. my memories are still vivid. I grew up fishing the little sue down by the bridge with a cane pole. Now retired i fish the mississippi with a passion i gained as a child. I now live in Prairie Du Chien, Wisconson. Im an Iwegion and consider Anthon my howe of homes. a special hello to Roger and Shirly Nelson with warmest regards to all the people of Anthon,and from Anthon. steve cunningham e-mails welcome bobelucu@mchsi.com
steve d cunningham sr. <bobelucu@mchsi.com>
prairie du chien, wisconson USA - Thursday, November 27, 2003 at 11:32:01 (CST)
Hey class of 1979!!!! As unreal as it seems, come May of 2004, we will have been out of school for 25 years!!!! Anyone have any ideas for a reunion? Let me know!!! I'm still in Anthon.
JoLynne Ashley Reimert <lucy_penguin@yahoo.com>
USA - Thursday, November 13, 2003 at 11:26:04 (CST)
I would like to tell my aunt and uncle Leo and Marg Handke hi.This is the best and cheapest way to keep in contact.
Melva Hansen <kjkkids@yahoo.com>
Leoti, Ks USA - Friday, November 07, 2003 at 19:07:06 (CST)
Hello All, I just love the web site on Oto-you are doing a great job with it and keep up the hard work.
Marjorie Wise <wisecandles@netins.net>
Oto, Ia USA - Monday, November 03, 2003 at 17:50:53 (CST)
I LOVE THIS PAGE. KEEP IT UP.
ABA,NAIJA, ABA NAIJA - Saturday, November 01, 2003 at 04:34:05 (CST)
Hello Class of 1994 - Our 10 year reunion is coming up! I'm trying to gather contact information and coordinate a "chat" about it this December over the holidays. Possible dates for the reunion itself are July 4th weekend and Labor Day weekend 2004. What do you think? Contact me with your e-mail and we'll get the ball rolling. Can you believe it's been 10 years?
Kelly Petersen <kelly_petersen@excite.com>
New York, NY USA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 11:04:53 (CST)
For those that may remember me; I had worked at Gateway for over seven years until I was recruited as a software engineer by a CA based company, so I'm doing that now-a-days. I also got married and have two wonderful children... If you'd like; feel free to drop me an email at the address listed. Later, Dennis K. Paulsen
Dennis K. Paulsen <ctrondlpaulsden@yahoo.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 02:54:56 (CST)
Hey, Great Job! It's always home to me. Hello to the family.
Kermit Wilson <mopar39@mchsi.com>
Ames, IA USA - Friday, October 24, 2003 at 15:09:06 (CDT)
Love the web site. What a great way to keep in touch.
Renee (Wilcox) Jerman <renee.jerman@dot.state.ia.us>
Ames, IA USA - Friday, October 24, 2003 at 14:29:41 (CDT)
I would just like to say hello to everyone back home in Anthon. College at the University of Iowa is great. I think I have only changed my major...2 or 3 times ...haha. I am PreMed-Radiology, so I usually have my face in the books and studying like mad. I just hought would check out the site. It looks good Mrs. Buettner. I will be home for thnaksgiving and would like to see everyone again! See ya then, Cody
Cody Umbach <cody-umbach@uiowa.edu>
Iowa City, Ia USA - Thursday, October 16, 2003 at 23:55:04 (CDT)
I love checking in and reading about what is going on in Anthon. Great job with the web site. It has been many years since I moved away from Anthon, and I still consider Anthon my home. I have nothing but fond memories of my time growing up in and around Anthon. The class of 94 will be having its 10-year reunion this summer and I would love to be invited. I would love to get caught up with everyone, and talk about old times. I know I didn't graduate from Anthon-Oto, but I would love to see the old gang again. Once again, great job with the website.
Jarod M. Ashley <jar_hed12@yahoo.com>
Omaha, Ne USA - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 16:43:34 (CDT)
I was looking at the school pictures and was wondering if one of the people was Doris Weathers, if so, I would like to hear from her.
Frank Groth <oto.travelfour@verizon.net>
Lancaster, CA USA - Sunday, October 12, 2003 at 23:42:47 (CDT)
Hi Vicki! I am Wayne & Judee Schumann's daughter and came across this website. You've done an excellent job. I be browsing it more often now that I know it's out there! Amy Schumann
Amy Schumann <aschumann@rmjblaw.com>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 13:39:14 (CDT)
Enjoyed browsing the site. Saw many familiar names remembered from my childhood. My grandparents, Bill and Mary Dickman lived in the surrounding area and then in Oto nearly all their lives, as well as Bill's brother, Frank. My father farmed in the surrounding area and we lived in Oto in 1941 and part of 1942.
Evelyn Dickman Wright <wrightwe@centurytel.net>
USA - Saturday, October 04, 2003 at 16:28:26 (CDT)
Hey Jennifer Hoy Just wanted to say hi later girl
Stacy O'Connell <stacy@bookmarketingplus.com>
Fredericksburg, TX USA - Tuesday, September 23, 2003 at 10:48:29 (CDT)
Hello...Jim I would like to share old memories...you can email me @ ashl3y1@msn.com...it will not let me email you...thak you. Jerry
Jerry Mullicane <ashl3y1@msn.com>
Anthon, ia USA - Thursday, September 04, 2003 at 16:52:49 (CDT)
Looking for old classmates to reconnect and remember the old times...Looking for Pete Mullicane, Jim Jahns , Dutch Jahns, and anyone from the classes of 54, 55, 56 and 57....Anyone with any info. please e-mail me..
Jim Carr <jjcarryum@yahoo.com>
Yuma, Az USA - Wednesday, August 27, 2003 at 20:53:42 (CDT)
I enjoy the website and check it often. It's great to be able to keep up with everyone and everything in Anthon. Brings back a lot of fond memories! Anna Blessing
Anna Blessing <luv2stamp1019@msn.com>
Euless, TX USA - Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 21:30:10 (CDT)
Hi. My name is Jeanette. I was a foreign exchange high-school student in Anthon in 1986/1986. I stayed with Ed & Connie Ashley and Marvin & Donna Hanson. I loved my stay there! I hope that you're all doing great! I check the website regularly.
Jeanette Nielsen <jnielsen@shu.lu>
Luxembourg, USA - Monday, July 28, 2003 at 09:06:09 (CDT)
Excellent website; keep up the good work. THNX/PJO
P.J. (Pat) O'Connell <caopjo@cs.com>
Durango, CO USA - Sunday, July 27, 2003 at 14:19:57 (CDT)
It's many a year since I left Anthon. Really do enjoy all the news about Anthon. I check the E-Mail at least once a week. Keep up the good work.
Bill Kissinger <bkinaz@cox.net>
Mesa, Az USA - Saturday, July 12, 2003 at 15:12:17 (CDT)
Hello, I really love the site. I hope all is well. I have fond memories of my time as a child in Anthon. May the town and people of Anthon continue to grow fantastic and hardworking Iowans. God Bless -- Jerodiah F. Conley
Jerodiah Conley <jerodiahconley@grahamforpresident.com>
Des Moines , Ia USA - Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at 20:22:17 (CDT)
I happened on your web page while doing some genealogical research on some ancestors who at various times, lived or were born in Oto, Smithland, Anthon, and Correctionville. Many of them also have ties in additional counties...Plymouth, Guthrie, Audubon, Cherokee. I am researching our Downing, Harris, and Townsend lines. Your town sounds very nice and friendly! My sister, her husband, and I plan to be in your area about the end of July or first week of August, and hope to "uproot" some ancestors. We will be visiting genealogical or historical societies, and other organizations to get birth, death, or marriage records for the ancestors who have eluded us for so long, and may visit some cemeteries also. Warm regards, Wee Las Vegas, NV
Wee <ItsWee@aol.com>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at 01:08:47 (CDT)
Hi, I've been at Sherri's in Sarasota for the last 3 months and have found that the website has kept me informed as to things going on back home. Sure do appreciate this site. Good work Vickie
Selma Mills
USA - Monday, June 23, 2003 at 14:22:16 (CDT)
Hey! This coming school season I will be going to the high school in Mapleton and I just wanted to say that Anthon has a great school and I well miss all the teachers! I hope that the school gets a website so I can look back and see my friends in junior high. If they do have a web site for the middle school well someone please contact me at kels_bruhn13@hotmail.com thanks bunches and every one have a nice year! Class 2007
Kelsey Bruhn <kels_bruhn13@hotmail.com>
Mapleton, IA USA - Tuesday, June 17, 2003 at 12:50:40 (CDT)
Very nice site, brings memories back.
Nancy Mitchell <Nannynewts@aol.com>
Sioux City, IA USA - Tuesday, June 17, 2003 at 00:39:27 (CDT)
I am desperately searching for written definitions and an official source for the term "cutting the colors" and some thing official on moving around a room properly at a meeting where the National Colors are present at the right side of the podium with a group sitting in front of the podium. I hope someone can please site the correct definition and procedure for me with some kind of reference source to document it. Knowing what something as important as this is and not being able to document it is a real problem. Thank you for having such a great website and I pray more will read it and take it to heart.
J.D. Roethler <intent@alaska.net>
Fairbanks, AK USA - Sunday, June 15, 2003 at 22:58:36 (CDT)
Great website! Greetings from Parker, CO!
Rachel Dose <rachel@mowattfinancial. com>
Parker, CO USA - Friday, June 06, 2003 at 16:48:36 (CDT)
Hi, I am Richard Davis. I am 11 years old. Clearance and Dorothy Davis are my Great Grandparents. They have live in Anthon most of their lives. I might come to visit them. I have never been to Iowa.
Richard Davis <rae_l_smith@hotmail.com>
Darrington, WA USA - Sunday, June 01, 2003 at 23:24:30 (CDT)
Hi! A couple weeks ago, my husband and I ventured on a weekend "vacation" to Sioux City. We took the scenic route and we went right through Anthon! I would like to say it is a very charming town! Someplace where I would have loved to raise my 2 children. Well the website looks great! Enjoy this warm weather! -Marcell
Marcell
Des Moines, IA USA - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 at 22:16:26 (CDT)
The guest book is now working so you can leave your messages and comments. Thank you for your patience.
Vickie Buettner <homeoffice@anthoniowa.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Wednesday, May 14, 2003 at 16:09:50 (CDT)
Praise God that we are fortunate enough to live in a land wherein our forefathers had the vision they did which encourages and celebrates God, our families, and the free enterprise system...all symbolized by our U.S. flag and principles based upon the Bible. May God of abundant life bless you and yours in all ways, always.
Jack Barry <thachintl@cs.com>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Sunday, April 06, 2003 at 13:13:45 (CDT)
Howdy from Anthon in Denamrk
Jim <stonie@jazzbass.dk>
Denmark - Monday, March 03, 2003 at 09:21:33 (CST)
Hey!I am moving to be with my boyfriend, so I am looking for people to hang out with and become friends with...I am not bi, lesbian or anything like that, I am just going to be new to town and I am looking for friends :)If you would like to talk, then get ahold of me by email or IM...YAHOO:brandiesavage...AOL:MsSloopy54
Courtney <Mssloopy54@aol.com>
Columbus, Oh USA - Wednesday, January 08, 2003 at 15:56:19 (CST)
Thank you to all the wonderful guests we have as visitors to our Anthon Web Pages. Thank you also to all the wonderful Patrons of the web pages. HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL AND TO ALL A PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR TOO!
Vickie Buettner - Webmaster <homeoffice@anthoniowa.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Sunday, January 05, 2003 at 01:37:58 (CST)
My grandparents were born many years ago in Anthon, Iowa. Madge Overstreet and Harry Pearce. At this time I am copying her diary which, for the most part, was written in the Anthon area. Lots of names and local references about life in the Iowa in the early 1900's.
Mary Bruce Haunreiter <marykh@mindspring.com>
Camas, wa USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 11:18:45 (CST)
I left a message last spring and did hear from some people but i had a computer failure and lost all of the e mail addresses of those people. Please contact me again. thank you and Merry Christmas to all Wendell
Wendell Prior <wendior@worldnet.att.net>
Blue Grass, Ia USA - Wednesday, December 04, 2002 at 19:56:10 (CST)
anthon should be proud of this webb page. i was born in anthon , and left at a young age and lived in correctionville ,i toke basic training with paul fundermann of anthon at fort chaffee arkansas, anthon always had pretty girls.when i was discharged from the army i went to phoenix, az and have lived here ever since that time
donald groth <radegroth@cox.net>
mesa, az USA - Tuesday, December 03, 2002 at 21:57:40 (CST)
Can anyone help me in tracking my great grandparents? Julius Bunning and Minnie Bunning (Bunning). They had at least six sons and only one daughter. Their daughter Eva married Coy Argo Knapp. Ralph the son of Eva and Coy is my father. Any information would be very welcome. Thank you
Susan Drumel <drumels@msn.com>
Kent, WA USA - Tuesday, November 26, 2002 at 09:44:54 (CST)
For those who may not realize it, if you see someone here on the guest book page that you would like to contact and if they have included their E-mail address, all you have to do is click on their E-mail address and it will bring up an E-mail screen and you can contact them immediately. You don't have to write down their E-mail address and open your E-mail program! It is that simple and quick to contact old friends here from the guest book! Enjoy.
Vickie Buettner - Webmaster <homeoffice@anthoniowa.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Thursday, November 07, 2002 at 19:46:28 (CST)
It is very nice to be able to see how a small town can still have such a big heart! Carrie(Buettner)Kreber
Carrie Kreber <********Carrie********>
Omaha, Ne USA - Wednesday, October 30, 2002 at 10:27:29 (CST)
Hi Anthon!!! I am Pat Roark's daughter. She told me about you site. I just wanted to say HI.
Sue Roark Davis <carebear@ctnis.com>
Elko, NV USA - Monday, October 28, 2002 at 15:32:56 (CST)
I am looking for a 1945 Anthon High School Annual. If anyone has one to sell or give, I would very much appreciate that. Lost mine years ago. Thanks, Arlene
Arlene (Hesse/Schumann)Snyder <snyder@midlands.net>
Alton, Ia USA - Wednesday, October 23, 2002 at 21:45:59 (CDT)
Hello, I am Ruth's neice, and we had a wonderful time in Ierland. Meeting our family and new friends....the Franklins were very hospitable and we had a Grand time visiting with them. Thank you, for the wonderful story, which is giving us more wonderful memories of a once in a life time trip. Thanks, again. Beverly
Beverly Petersen <bevp22 @msn.com>
Torrance, CA USA - Sunday, October 20, 2002 at 21:16:57 (CDT)
Thought the picture and story of my mother was wonderful
Angela Groth <grotha@collegeclub.com>
Ames, IA USA - Thursday, October 17, 2002 at 19:34:16 (CDT)
Great job Vickie....keep up the good work...I love checking this site out.
Coni Miller <femilr@netins.net>
Anthon, IA USA - Friday, September 20, 2002 at 23:51:27 (CDT)
Came across your website in the Sioux City Journal. It is a cool site. Thanks!
Noreen <nebaugh@aol.com>
Sioux City, IA USA - Sunday, September 15, 2002 at 10:38:43 (CDT)
My Parents Robert Lanegan and May (Butcher) are from Anthon Iowa, and my father has asked me to write or e-mail the news paper, He would like so sent alittle something in regards them, So I would like to have an address/e-mail to me through my e-mail to send this in for your Anthon Herald. Even just a knowlegde of receiving this. Thank you Kathleen Shelton (Lanegan)
Kathleen L Shelton <andy@oldmilltown.net>
Yelm, wa USA - Sunday, August 25, 2002 at 18:07:00 (CDT)
I forgot to enter my e-mail address in case anyone might have information on the BRUNELL family from Anthon. Thank you.
Letha Brunell <Alleesnest@juno.com>
Corvallis, OR USA - Friday, August 16, 2002 at 01:11:10 (CDT)
I enjoyed this website & was interested in it because my husband's family of BRUNELL's lived in Anthon in the early 1900's. We would love to travel to Iowa to see if we can find any living relatives, or cemetery "residents".
Letha Brunell
Corvallis, OR USA - Friday, August 16, 2002 at 01:08:38 (CDT)
i think this is the best site i have ever visited,so much so i will now be considering visiting your lovely town on my next visit to the u.s.a well done.
junior franklin <junior1a@eircom.net>
limerick, ireland - Sunday, August 11, 2002 at 12:06:06 (CDT)
Happy Birthday Monica (Weber) Strong (8/18) from your sis Happy Birthday Barb (Weber) Lykins (8/24) from your sis I guess August was a "good" month :) :) :) Love Ya!!!!
Linda Podewils
USA - Saturday, August 10, 2002 at 17:38:32 (CDT)
Happy late Birthday Aunt Ruth! Congradulations to all tried out for Woddbury County Fair Queen, especially Cody; who got prince!
Lisa Cunningham <lisacunningham_03@hotmail.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Monday, August 05, 2002 at 15:00:58 (CDT)
A very nice informative Website. I looked up Anthon Because a very good friend and former Pastor The Rev Dr. Karl Harman has recently assumed duties as Pastor at the United Methodist Church and Rock Branch Methodist Church. I will be checking the Anthon Website often. Thank You, Jerry
Jerold L.(Jerry) Wanek <jludvikwanek@webtv.net>
Hastings, NE USA - Monday, July 29, 2002 at 22:28:22 (CDT)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD!!!! THAT'S RIGHT BILL O'CONNELL IS ANOTHER DAY YOUNG ON THE 2ND OF AUGUST. LOVE AND MISS Y'ALL STACY, LUCAS, KALEB AND WILLIAM
Stacy O'Connell <ltansbss@ktc.com>
Fredericksburg, TX USA - Wednesday, July 24, 2002 at 10:00:03 (CDT)
I received the following E-mail and thought I should share it with our Anthon, Iowa webpage family.... Webmaster Vickie Buettner~ "Hello My name is Mary Lorraine Mchugh, i am a community artist living in Moville Donegal Ireland. It is a long shot really e mailing your web site. A man called John Mcdermot lived in Moville in the 1870s and named Moville Iowa after his home here in Ireland. The parish priest has a picture of the Catholic church in Moville,Iowa so at some stage there must have been links. As an artist i would like to paint on canvas, and photograph Moville Iowa, as well as Moville here in Donegal. I have been the resident artist at Ruskin College Oxford. I would like to have an exhibition called "The Journey." I have been in touch with the Dept of Cultural Affairs,Iowa, who are very enthused by the project. I need people of Moville in Iowa, to sort of be enthused, or it will not happen .Could your website maybe assist by gettting in touch with the community of Moville Iowa for me. Maybe there are even relatives of the Mcdermots who named the town. Kindest Regards Mary Lorraine Mchugh"
Mary Lorraine McHugh <marylorraine@eircom.net>
Moville, Donegalgul Ireland - Monday, July 22, 2002 at 06:21:39 (CDT)
Wow!!! What a surprise to find your web site. I'm very impressed. I always loved to visit your town. I'll never forget kids day. We never had anything like it in southern Iowa. I'll stay in touch now with all my Kelsheimer cousins .Hope to be in town for the big Kelsheimer reunion later this summer. I can't wait to show my kids and yes even my grandkids your lovely town.
cindy kelsheimer klages <lmklages@iowatelecome.net>
chariton, ia USA - Tuesday, July 16, 2002 at 12:32:45 (CDT)
I just learned of this site from Shirley Nelson (thankyou!). I would welcome hearing from anyone who might remember me or my siblings. I really do think of several people fairly often and wonder how their lives have unfolded. I'm sorry to read of Mr. Sailors passing-he was a stand up guy. Thankyou to Vickie for this opportunity. I'll try to open any messages that I receive but , like alot of you probably, receive alot of "spam".
Grant Geister <gwlg@msn.com>
Sioux Falls, SD USA - Sunday, July 14, 2002 at 17:49:50 (CDT)
I was totally surprise when I came across this site. It is wonderful to have a site to keep up on the news, even if it has been 36 years since I left AO. Fantastic job - well done. Glad to see Oto was also included.
LaRene Aker <aker@tds.net>
Backus, MN USA - Monday, July 08, 2002 at 10:25:09 (CDT)
RAGBRAI XXX! Anybody from Anthon riding this year? I can't get Frank Wood off his lazy butt to come with me (and he's even got two new knees!) Would love to ride with some Anthon-Oto types; especially anyone from near the Class of 1966 (man that makes me sound old). Best wishes Vicki and keep up the great Anthon site.
Mike McNamara <mjmcnamara@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Monday, June 24, 2002 at 23:21:49 (CDT)
Hi, what a nice website. Very original. Keep up the good work All the best - Steve
Steve <mail@steveharding.com>
Brighouse, England - Sunday, June 23, 2002 at 11:46:10 (CDT)
I love the way you treat the people that live in your town. Reading things here feels so much at home. My deepest symphathies to the family of WALLACE PARKER ..I know he will be missed.
Betty <satin@mchsi.com>
Ia USA - Saturday, June 08, 2002 at 18:52:09 (CDT)
my deepest apology to you Lisa HAPPY BIRTHDAY June 3rd not the 9th. Thats what getting old does to you!!!
Ruth L. Moody <rmoody7534@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL United States - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 17:58:32 (CDT)
Many family from Anthon and love the web site!! The Diamonds, Frondle, Parker, Andersen familys are mine. Thanks so much for putting this online and anyone that may be related can contact me. By the way...how do I search your courthouse records for deaths, ect.? Betty
Betty <saton@mchsi.com>
Clinton, Ia USA - Monday, May 27, 2002 at 23:01:12 (CDT)
School is finally out for the summer.
Lisa Cunningham
USA - Friday, May 24, 2002 at 09:07:36 (CDT)
My parents told me that Anthon had a website and I think its really nice , it helps to keep in touch with things at home and to see whats going on there . So keep up the great work! Vicky Banta Marder
Vicky Banta Marder <avmarder@aol.com>
Fairfax, va USA - Friday, May 17, 2002 at 12:13:43 (CDT)
So nice to check in on Anthon and see what is going on. All of the Francis family will be together in Storm Lake this July for the first time in ten years. Too Long!!! My best to all of the class of '66, and old friends. Been gone from the Midwest for 20 years now, but I am still an Iowa Girl!
Marilyn Francis Drake <mrdrake@lvcm.com>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at 18:29:47 (CDT)
Can't wait to see everyone. Looking forward to seeing all my family and friends. Love to all Hey Jennifer Hoy have that grill ready and beer. Can't wait see you on the 1st of June. Stacy, Lucas, Kaleb and William
Stacy O'Connell <ltanswer@ktc.com>
Fredericksburg, TX USA - Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at 14:11:48 (CDT)
Hey Anthon! I think it is cool that Anthon has a web-site. Erin Rosauer says hi to all the people in Anthon. Also, our foreign exchange student from Canada, Melissa Richards is and will always be the coolest foreigner ever!!!!!
Cody Umbach <codyumbach@yahoo.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Saturday, May 04, 2002 at 18:29:26 (CDT)
Just came across the website. It has been 20 long years and it's time to come home and visit old friends. Would like to hear from class of "83"
Joe Corrales <onebdtkr@aol.com>
Oshkosh, WI USA - Thursday, May 02, 2002 at 09:13:33 (CDT)
Did a search for our family web site and found you guys. Never new there was such a town, wonder if there is a connection?
James Anthon <Jim@Anthons.com>
Grand Rapids, MI USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 15:14:37 (CDT)
would love to hear from anyone especially class of 1955
barbara lewis buckley <blenner@mtcnet.net>
maurice , ia USA - Wednesday, April 24, 2002 at 17:35:20 (CDT)
great to be able to read about my old home town i live north of lemars great web site thanks
barbara lewis buckley
maurice iowa, ia USA - Wednesday, April 24, 2002 at 17:23:54 (CDT)
Hi Everyone in Anthon-Oto. Just came across the website - this is great. It's been over 20 years since moving out of Iowa. My husband (Arthur) and I own a motel in Laconia New Hampshire called the Birch Knoll Motel. Visit our web site at www.birchknollmotel.com. I'm the County Administrator & Finance Officer for Belknap County and we have two children - Katie, age 9 and Adam, age 8. I welcome any e-mails to try and connect with old classmates and friends. If anyone runs into Fred or Fern Koerner say hi! Thanks Vicki for the great website. Nancy Cook (Koerner)
Nancy Cook (Koerner) <ncook@co.belknap.nh.us>
Laconia, NH USA - Wednesday, April 24, 2002 at 09:20:11 (CDT)
This is like running into an old friend! Great to discover the Anthon website. This time of year I'm remembering spring in Anthon....Mother/Daughter Banquet, Spring Concert, Baseball Games, Junior/Senior Prom. Great memories. Couldn't be more proud of my roots!
Sonia (Ashley) Chasteen <sonia.chasteen@metso.com>
Shiocton, WI USA - Tuesday, April 16, 2002 at 13:22:36 (CDT)
Hi Aunt Ruth and everone else.
Lisa Cunningham <lcunningham@hotmail.com>
USA - Tuesday, April 16, 2002 at 09:54:22 (CDT)
Mr. Pope,You are a greatly missed teacher by me and everyone.
Lisa A. Cunningham <lcunningham@hotmail.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Tuesday, April 16, 2002 at 09:38:33 (CDT)
Many thanks to the great people of Oto & Anthon who put up with me.. I believe the class of '57 from Oto was the greatest...Does anyone know where my 41 Ford Convert. is now? Thanks for the memories..
Leo Timmerman <tli@visi.com>
Plymouth, MN USA - Monday, April 15, 2002 at 15:22:45 (CDT)
A great web page I was glad to find it
Jean Coyne Naughton <jeann402@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, April 14, 2002 at 14:48:20 (CDT)
Was getting a little home-sick and just happened across the Anthon Site. Very sorry to hear about Mr. Pope, He was a great teacher. I'm planning to come visit soon, maybe I can still find some old friends. Class of 1980
Jeff Lewis <Popeye111661@AOL. Com>
Northglenn, Colorado USA - Sunday, April 14, 2002 at 11:41:00 (CDT)
I Love to THANK YOU for the Great Site.I helps me in stay in contact with Family Birthdays and Whats going on around Anthon.My Family are The Kelsheimers and Baldwin Family.Again God Bless you all for such the Great Site.
Debora Ann Kroll <debkroll@gotocrystal.net>
Chatsworth, IA USA - Saturday, April 13, 2002 at 22:21:34 (CDT)
Hi Oto. My grandparents moved their many years ago to raise their kids. I last saw them when I was 4 and 5 years old (1955-56) when first my grandmother and then my grandfather passed away. I loved the small town, the Saturnday night movies on the wall of the building downtown, the ice cream cones, my grandpa's office, their wonderful house with the cellar and "indoor" plumbing, and all the sweet, fond memories I have of those few precious years. Best wishes to all of you and blessings to my grandparents, Dr. George and Effie Rinker. Sylvia, daughter of Peggy (Julia Margaret Rinker).
Sylvia Begtrup <sbegtrup@yahoo.com>
Fullerton, CA USA - Saturday, April 13, 2002 at 13:06:32 (CDT)
Visiting this site brings to mind the saying: "There's no place like home"! Thanks!
Jan (Cooper) Snyder <jan@edi-inc.com>
Fairfield, Ohio USA - Saturday, April 13, 2002 at 11:08:10 (CDT)
1950 graduate would like to hear from classmates. You have a nice web page keep up the good work.
Wendell Prior <wendior@worldnet.att.net>
Blue Grass, Ia. USA - Friday, April 12, 2002 at 19:33:50 (CDT)
Thanks to Peggy Mead McKenna for sending me this site. Enjoyed. Greetings to old friends from the show me state. Cathy McKenna where are you? E-mail me.
Nancy Zerfing Wallace <nancy_wallace@big-river.net>
Louisiana, Mo USA - Friday, April 12, 2002 at 03:45:49 (CDT)
My sister told me about this site. I have to agree with her (for once lol) this is a great site. Wanted to say hello to class of 64' and other A-O class mates.
Bill Mead <meads@frontiernet.net>
Denison, Ia USA - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 21:40:43 (CDT)
Hey, I'm doing good...I really spread the word about this Web Cite! But....some way my address was listed as Anthon, IA....not....it's Wichita, KS
Peggy Mead McKenna Barbee <pbarbee@kscable.com>
Wichita,, KS USA - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 20:05:11 (CDT)
What a great site.Peg Barbie just informed me about it and I've had a great time reading it. Keep up the good work. What a great way to contact and keep track of friends.
Marlene and Cecil McKenna <marandcec@aol.com>
Barling, Ar USA - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 18:52:25 (CDT)
I am the grandson of Dr. George Rinker and his wife, Effie. My mother, Margaret Rinker was born in Oto. I spent many a happy summer in Oto as a child. May G-d keep you all well and happy.
Robert O. Begtrup <rbegtrup@aol.com>
Nashville, TN USA - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 14:54:35 (CDT)
Was just informed about this web site. Enjoyed it very much. Keep up the GOOD work.........4-10-02
Shirley (Steinhoff) Geise <sag@inter-linc.net>
Branson, Mo. USA - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 09:27:24 (CDT)
As Maxine (Mead) Richardson's grand-daughter you'd think I'd have given more credit to such a wonderful community. But I was pleasantly surprised to see that you have a web-site. Job well done!
Julie (McKenna) Gile <jgilecoolmom@aol.com>
Wichita, KS USA - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 08:53:24 (CDT)
Marlene Woods Petersen just told me about this. This is wonderful! Love to be able to check on Anthon, but of course....even better to get to check on Oto. Hello to all old friends back there. Feel free to email me a "hello". Am going to spread the word about this web site.
Peggy Mead McKenna Barbee <pbarbee@kscable.com>
Anthon, Iowa USA - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 08:35:46 (CDT)
I AM TRYING TO LEARN MORE OF MY FATHERS FAMILY HISTORY.WAS TOLD THAT MCCLEERYS HAD STARTED OUT IN ANTHON OR MAPLETON IN THE 1920S,ANY MCCLEERY READING THIS ,PLEASE CONTACT ME
CHARLES MCCLLEERY <MM6260@AOL.COM>
LAS VEGAS, NV USA - Wednesday, April 03, 2002 at 21:14:45 (CST)
Great website Vicki, nicely done, visit here often. Keep up the great work!
Coni Miller <femilr@netins.net>
Anthon, IA USA - Thursday, March 14, 2002 at 14:54:22 (CST)
Hey to you all i just wanted to say that this is a real cool web site and that Anothon has its own web page! well you can e-mail me anytime! bye! :)
Whitney Adams <smile_allthetime@hotmail.com>
Castana, IA USA - Wednesday, March 13, 2002 at 18:54:50 (CST)
the Anthon web page is like finding an old friend. My grandfather lived in town and operated his farm implement business. His name, D. Biwer. I starterd first days of school there in Anthon and would love to visit again. When would be the best time of year to visit?--Fred D Smith
Fred Smith <beefsmith2@ccountry.net>
Central Point , Or USA - Sunday, March 10, 2002 at 18:00:10 (CST)
WOW!!Jack Bernard guided me to this page. Leave it up to Jack to help all of us find our way back to the great town of Anthon. Remember all the fun of years gone by!!! Greetings to all of the Bernards.
Jeanie (Didier-Bernard) Bacon <jmbacon@frii.com>
Louisville, CO USA - Wednesday, March 06, 2002 at 16:25:24 (CST)
WOW! Anthon has a website! This is amazing! If you see any of my family (Dose or Bernard), please tell them I said hello!!
Rachel Dose <missracheldose@hotmail.com>
Highlands Ranch, CO USA - Wednesday, March 06, 2002 at 15:18:53 (CST)
Hi to all, My wife & I are planning to visit Anthon in 2003. We are hoping that we could have a Family Reunion. The families involved are:Burow, Downing, Forch, Schuh & any others who have married into these families. Bring family history & photos to share with those doing family research. Hope to see you all in 2003.
Harrold R. Forch <harrold@centurytel,net Or harrold-forch @msn.com>
Longbranch, WA USA - Monday, March 04, 2002 at 18:36:24 (CST)
Hi to all, My wife & I are planning to visit Anthon in 2003. We are hoping that we could have a Family Reunion. The families involved are:Burow, Downing, Forch, Schuh & any others who have married into these families. Bring family history & photos to share with those doing family research. Hope to see you all in 2003.
Harrold R. Forch <harrold@centurytel,net Or harrold- forch @msn.com>
Longbranch, WA USA - Monday, March 04, 2002 at 18:35:17 (CST)
Just wanted to say Hi to everyone!! I think it is COOL that Anthon has its own website!!!! You can e-mail me anytime... Bye :-)
Kallie Clausen <missylyn@netins.net>
Anthon, IA USA - Sunday, February 10, 2002 at 21:26:58 (CST)
Hi Mike and Jacob! Greetings from Leavenworth, Kansas and hi to Grams and all the McDermotts and all of Mike's and Jacob's friends there in Anthon!!!!!
Mike's Mom and Jacob's Grandma <dsrivera113@prodigy.net>
Leavenworth, KS USA - Saturday, February 02, 2002 at 20:05:22 (CST)
Just wanted to say hello to all of y'all back in Iowa. I miss you mom and dad and grandpa and grandma. Miss you too grandpa Vince. Also hello the the Hoy family. keep in touch. love to all....Stacy, Lucas, and the boys
Stacy O'Connell <ltansbss@ktc.com>
TX USA - Wednesday, January 23, 2002 at 19:27:25 (CST)
Just wanted to say HI to all the Forch, Burow,& Schuh families. If any one will send e-mail I will answer. My father was Adam (Burow) Forch.
Harrold R Forch <harrold-forch @msn.com>
LONGBRANCH, WA USA - Wednesday, January 09, 2002 at 13:39:00 (CST)
Happy New Year!
vsb-webmaster
USA - Thursday, January 03, 2002 at 22:42:48 (CST)
Website has a nice overview, but much information is ommitted. For instance, what is your student enrollment? How many children are enrolled in Special Ed classes and in remedial reading and math? What is your student-teacher ratio? What is the base pay of your teachers and the salaries of your administrators? What extra curricular activites do you sponsor? How many of your graduates go on to college? This is the type of information I want to know about your school system. The hobbies, interests etc., of school staff is only important to others only if they plan on sharing their hobby or areas of expertise and interest with others. And if so, how do they plan on doing this? If this information already exists on your website, I guess I missed it. I would appreciate some feedback; Surely, I am not the only one who is intersted in this information.
S. Christensen <SunySal@aol.com>
Kansas City,, KS USA - Monday, December 24, 2001 at 01:04:14 (CST)
A very extensive website! This has lots of info and I wish I had looked it over before the meeting on December 13. I will be sure to check it out again before I come back to Anthon.
Kay Anderson <kanderson@nipco.com>
LeMars, IA USA - Friday, December 14, 2001 at 14:17:40 (CST)
Wow Anthon is catching up with technology!! Good to see some of these names here. Hi to the class of 82.(ohhhhhhhhh the memories)
Dan Cavin <Cavin1@home.com>
Omaha, NE USA - Friday, December 07, 2001 at 20:01:47 (CST)
First, I would like to say this is a great web page. I had an uncle & aunt lived in Oto and in Rodney. So between the two towns I stayed with each relative in the summer months. The releatives name were Willman's. We also knew the McLarty's too. Great job again on the web page!!
D. Kinney <dinney218@aol.com>
Denton, NE USA - Friday, December 07, 2001 at 16:11:30 (CST)
JUST WANTED TO WISH EVERYONE A MERRY X-MAS AND SEE Y'ALL SOON LOVE YOU MOM AND DAD AND ALL THE O'CONNELL AND BEESON AND ARNBURG FAMILIES.
Stacy, Lucas, Kaleb and William <ltansbss@ktc.com>
FREDERICKSBURG, TX USA - Wednesday, December 05, 2001 at 20:08:42 (CST)
Was told about this site by a friend-still get to Anthon a couple of times a year-glad to see such a well designed site and hope you keep up the great work.
Ray Wilson <rwilsonre@hotmail.com>
Spirit lake , Ia USA - Monday, December 03, 2001 at 16:06:30 (CST)
I found your site when looking for info about Iowa. Very nice and informative. I have added a link on my site to it, so everybody can enjoy it. I hope adding this link isn't a problem.If so, just let me know, and i will remove it from my site. My site can be found at: http://jkersten.topcities.com Greetings from Holland, Jan Kersten
Jan Kersten <jkersten@chello.nl>
Eindhoven, NB Holland - Sunday, December 02, 2001 at 14:52:30 (CST)
It's always great to see what's happening in the midwest with family and friends.
Sandy (McDermott) Siemens <drawfleas@bendcable.com>
Bend, OR USA - Monday, November 26, 2001 at 23:14:54 (CST)
I just turned 60 this past October 21. I grew up in California, travelled and lived around the world, and presently live in Florida. Over 60 years I had never met another person named Anthon, nor had I ever found any object or thing named Anthon until I found your town on a map. I would love to know how Anthon, Iowa got its name. I know nothing about my own name and my parents were never in Iowa or near Iowa their entire lives. I have no idea how they ever came to decide upon my name. I would love to visit your area some day. Thank you.
Anthon Craig Beonde <beonde_p@firn.edu>
Stuart, FL USA - Friday, November 09, 2001 at 20:54:49 (CST)
Anthon is such a small town, but one with a big heart! The people there are so nice and always have a smile to give you! It seems like Anthon is one big family!! Thank you for such a great stay!!:)
Anthon Visitor
USA - Friday, November 09, 2001 at 18:23:48 (CST)
I am in the process of researching a book on the late Bernard Coyne, the 8 foot 2 inch giant who died in Anthon in 1921. My thanks to Marie King, John Cole, Millard Allman and Karen Newman of the Herald for their help over the past three years. If anyone else has any information or photos they'd like to share, please contact me by email.
Warren Moulton <W_Moulton@email.msn.com>
Chicago, IL USA - Monday, November 05, 2001 at 00:29:09 (CST)
Vickie: Good job on this website! Info and pictures are great. And it is nice to have music (even if it isn't country-western)!!!
T. Smith
Lehigh, Ia USA - Wednesday, October 24, 2001 at 07:09:56 (CDT)
Just a little greeting to say hi to all of my friends and family in anthon, it is really nice to be able to look on the internet and keep up with all that is happening in the small town. Hi mom and dad and grandpa and grandma. Miss and love y'all see you soon. oh yes can't forget all the nephews, Brennan, Tyler, Justin, Cameron and Isaac. Love to all. Love Stacy, Lucas, Kaleb and William.
Stacy O'Connell <llether@ktc.com>
Texas USA - Monday, October 08, 2001 at 16:18:41 (CDT)
HELLO CLASS OF 1994! I spoke with Cherrel McLarty last night on the phone. She and others are wondering about a class reunion at Christmastime since we did not have a 5 year reunion. Interested!?!? Please email me and let me know if the weekend BEFORE Christmas, or the weekend AFTER Christmas would work best, OR if you think we should just wait until 2004, our 10 year. ALSO, if you know the snail &/or email address of any classmate, please email me and let me know. Thanks!
Stephanie Buettner <sabuettner@att.net>
Council Bluffs, IA USA - Tuesday, September 11, 2001 at 13:39:28 (CDT)
My husband came across this website and drew my attention to it. It's great recognizing names and finding out where some have moved to.I would love to hear from some classmates(class of '78) and even those that were a year or two ahead or behind that I've lost touch with.I was home this last summer with my husband and 4 children and caught up with some friends but would love to hear from more. Thanks Vickie for going through all this effort to make it possible. Therese (Bernard) Gurr (theresegurr@hotmail.com) Box1206 Sparwood,B.C. V0B 2G0 Canada
Therese (Bernard) Gurr <theresegurr@hotmail.com>
Sparwood, B.C. Canada - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 12:06:48 (CDT)
Good job Vicki....
Kathy (Hamann) Christiansen <KChrist11@aol.com>
Norfolk, NE USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 20:59:33 (CDT)
Great site Vicki- THANKS. Brings back fornd memories. Keep up the good work.
R. Scott Timmerman <rscott@pcturnkey.com>
Bentonville, Ar. USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 17:20:10 (CDT)
Was nice to finally find a sight to be able to see what's been going on and is going on back home. You've done a wonderful job on the sight, keep up the good work!
Kirk and Melanee' Feddersen <kirk@mel@nvc.net>
Columbia, SD USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 13:34:36 (CDT)
NICE.
Local
USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 20:39:17 (CDT)
HELLO TO EVERYONE FROM ANTHON. GROWING UP THERE BRINGS BACK FOND MEMORIES. WHEN IS THE NEXT CLASS REUNION FOR THE CLASS OF 79???
TRACY SMITH <SMITTYBEAST@GRAPEVINE.NET>
GARDNER, KS USA - Tuesday, July 10, 2001 at 15:52:33 (CDT)
Thanks Vicki this is a great site. I hope everyone with Anthon roots visits here and often.
Carrie Rosauer <rosigoat@hotmail.com>
USA - Thursday, July 05, 2001 at 15:11:44 (CDT)
Thanks to Vicki for creating the site and keeping it updated!
Sarah (Berning) Beery <sarahbeery@heritageiowa.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Thursday, June 28, 2001 at 12:34:12 (CDT)
How exciting to find out what is happening at home. Thanks.
Florida Anthonite
deland, fl USA - Tuesday, June 26, 2001 at 16:00:41 (CDT)
Not too shabby of a site! How about creating a section where people can leave their names, addresses, etc. so they could get into contact with others. It would be much enjoyed by all! :)
Former Anthon Native
USA - Sunday, June 24, 2001 at 21:56:55 (CDT)
Every time I get back to an Alumni Banquet, I wonder why I ever miss. I have long given up on seeing many of my comtemporaries, but just enjoy the community atmosphere of the banquet. I am full of admiration for Shirley Nelson and crew for all their work and endurance to give the rest of us a place to come home to. Hi to the 60's alums, particularly the class of 65!
Marilyn Moore Johnson <mjo262343@aol.com>
Ames, Ia USA - Sunday, June 24, 2001 at 16:47:20 (CDT)
This is absolutly wonderful! What an awesome web site. THANK YOU! TO whom ever created this site and thought of it! You are brillant! What a wonderful way to keep up on Anthon! GREAT JOB!!!
Anonymous
Sioux CIty, Ia USA - Saturday, June 02, 2001 at 19:27:58 (CDT)
It is nice to see Anthon news on the web to keep up with friends and family. Looks good!
Shauna Ashley Hugen <shlyhu@aol.com>
Flushing, mi USA - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 13:15:08 (CDT)
Happy Birhtday to Mother Goose(Fern K.)
Lisa Cunningham <lisa_cunningham>
Anthon, IA USA - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 10:06:56 (CDT)
What a wonderful idea to give us all a place to find our classmates. I will be in Iowa this June, and hope to be able to catch up with some of the people I made some great memories with.
Nancy Jansen Rayl <bcned@qwest.net>
Seattle, Wa USA - Sunday, May 13, 2001 at 16:36:12 (CDT)
It was so nice to see this site pop up when I did a search for my hometown. Is it still as beautiful as I remember? Can't wait to make my way there this summer. God bless all.
Angela Petersen <angenbesio@hotmail.com>
San Diego, CA USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 14:46:16 (CDT)
Great informative site. Nice to look at all the familiar names. Keep up the good work.
Carol Peterson Hoffman <iowafarm@pionet.net>
Laurens, IA USA - Saturday, April 21, 2001 at 20:06:57 (CDT)
How grand that Anthon has a website. The memories of growing up in the Little Sioux Valley are priceless. Somehow driving into this "quaint" little town just takes my breath away. I am looking forward to returning this June for the class reunion. If anyone from the class of '71 is interested in a "gathering" that weekend, please send me a note. And if you're not interested, send me a note anyway. I have lived in Oklahoma City for over 20 years now. My husband Bob and I have two children, Robbie (19 and a senior in high school) and Kate (15 and a freshman in high school). Thanks to the Anthon residents who made this page possible. Cathy
Cathy McNamara Hersom <macna@aol.com>
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma USA - Monday, April 16, 2001 at 10:01:28 (CDT)
Wonderful work on this WEB site. Thanks to the Alumni Assoc. for listing the WEB address in their annual banquet letter. I hope this is a permanent addition to electronic world as I plan to visit every now and again...maybe even run into some old friends.
Tim Ashley <tmashley@iastate.edu>
Ames, IA USA - Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 21:14:20 (CDT)
I enjoyed this website! I'd love to hear from anyone from the class of '71 or around that time.
Julie Cavanaugh Jackson <jjacksonshs@yahoo.com>
rapid city, sd USA - Wednesday, April 11, 2001 at 11:42:09 (CDT)
Cora E. Hitchcock was my wife�s Roberta D.(Adkins) Shipman grandmother we thought that we would post a request for information on Anthon�s Guest book to see if any of you kind souls might know anything about these families. The information that we do have came from family Bibles. Any additional information would be appreciated. Regards: Jimmie & Roberta Shipman JAS_RDAS@msn.com Generation No. 1 1. Cora Ethel Hitchcock, born 1883; died 1958 in Kadoka, SD. She was the daughter of 2. George Hitchcock and 3. Huldah Ellen Edwards. She married (1) Joshua Fredrick Street November 29, 1906 in Anthon, IA at the Methodist Church on Thanksgiving Day. He was born May 03, 1873 in Gerrards Fold, Hyde England Chester Co. He was the son of John Street and Mary Ann Stopford. Generation No. 2 2. George Hitchcock He married 3. Huldah Ellen Edwards. 3. Huldah Ellen Edwards, born March 12, 1864 in Ida Co, IA; died September 15, 1948 in Rapid City, SD. She was the daughter of 6. Nathan Edwards and 7. Lucy L Brown. Children of George Hitchcock and Huldah Edwards are: i. Dora Hitchcock, married (1) Bill Yager; married (2) John Welch. 1 ii. Cora Ethel Hitchcock born 1883; died 1958 in Kadoka, SD; married Joshua Fredrick Street November29,1906 in Anthon, IA at the Methodist Church on Thanksgiving Day. Generation No. 3 6. Nathan Edwards, born September 10, 1817; died July 10, 1886 in Maple Township Ida Co, IA. He married 7. Lucy L Brown August 20, 1855. 7. Lucy L Brown, died May 28, 1876. Children of Nathan Edwards and Lucy Brown are: i. Ella Edwards, married Milt Peterson. ii. Judd Edwards iii. Esther Edwards, married Ike Hardenbrook. iv. Sam Edwards, married Netti. v. May Edwards, married Card. vi. Nate Edwards, married Marie. 3vii Huldah Ellen Edwards, born March 12, 1864 in Ida Co, IA; died September 15, 1948 in Rapid City, SD; married (1) George Hitchcock; married (2) W. H. Miller Unknown.
Jimmie A. Shipman\Roberta D (Adkins-Street) Shipman <JAS_RDAS@msn.com>
Richland, Washington USA - Monday, April 09, 2001 at 15:07:25 (CDT)
This is great to see the WEB page for a great town and school. I Have a lot of memories of my past years in Anthon and really appreciate being able to learn about old friends. Keep up the great work. Arlene
Arlene Hesse Snyder <snyder@midlands.net>
Alton, Ia USA - Friday, April 06, 2001 at 06:41:00 (CDT)
We enjoyed this website. We get to Anthon a number of times a year to visit my mother. I am retiring this June after 31 years of teaching in Fairmont, Minnesota. I also taught 6 years at West Monona, Onawa, Iowa at the start of my career. We plan on traveling now. In August we go to Cooperstown, New York, to Kirby Puckett's Baseball Hall of Fame Induction and after that go on a 15-day trip to Alaska. Great job on the website!!!!
Dan Schuh <schuh@rconnect.com>
Fairmont, MN USA - Thursday, April 05, 2001 at 16:10:34 (CDT)
This website is excellent. Checked it out today for the first time. Congradulations are in order for the party or parties that created the website.
Bill Hesse <oldcrows@pionet.net>
Alta, Ia USA - Thursday, April 05, 2001 at 15:20:23 (CDT)
I just can't believe it!!! Good old Anthon, like cream, rising to the top just like in the old days. I graduated in 1944 and have been scanning the Sioux City journal obits every morning for news of Anthon. The Anthon-Oto Alumni Assoc. newsletter received today gave me this site. Best news in months. Who remembers me up there? I'll bet no one.
Homer (Sonny) Boyd, Jr. <jimwayver1@cs.com>
Sarasota, FL USA - Thursday, April 05, 2001 at 14:30:35 (CDT)
What a pleasent surprise! Its great to see the Ol' Home Town in cyberspace. What a great place to grow up....Fran Carr
Fran Carr <fcarr@westside66.org>
Omaha, Ne USA - Thursday, April 05, 2001 at 08:26:30 (CDT)
Enjoy your web page. Great way to keep up with local news.
Nick Dixon <buggle77@hotmail.com>
Kansas City, MO USA - Wednesday, April 04, 2001 at 21:59:25 (CDT)
I am doing genealogical research; my father Bernard Fahey was born in the rural Anthon area (we believe) December 15,1903. Can anyone direct me to Public or church records of that era?
Rodney Fahey <RBFahey@yahoo.com>
Yankton, SD USA - Friday, March 16, 2001 at 16:26:41 (CST)
Just wanted to say good job on the website - just found it & like to keep on on the latest from Anthon.
Lynn Fransson (Lyon) <lynnfransson@hotmail.com>
Denver, CO USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 22:44:13 (CST)
so glad to get a message with this address....i used to get the paper but this is even better. No matter how long i am gone my HOME will always be "ANTHON IOWA" thanks so much and keep it going
Ruth Cunningham Moody <rmoody7534@aol.com>
Jacksonville, Fl USA - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 11:22:14 (CST)
this is a really cool page. when i got a email about it i opened it right away to see this. whoever put this together did a really good job.
Kelly Jepsen <keenbean2000@yahoo.com>
Holsten , IA USA - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 07:18:10 (CST)
i love this sight it is very cool. thanx to everyone who put this together
Katie Cloud <katie_cloud16@hotmail.com>
Anthon, IA USA - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 23:18:38 (CST)
I love this site in the mornings because we can see about school. Thanx To Vicky for making this sight
Megan Rosauer <margo_87@hotmail.com>
Anthon, IA` USA - Saturday, February 17, 2001 at 21:32:17 (CST)
Thanks for the great site. Oh the memories!!!
Jan (Cooper) Snyder <jan-snyder@excite.com>
Fairfield, Ohio USA - Saturday, February 17, 2001 at 15:35:36 (CST)
Great website! Would enjoy hearing from anyone from the class of '60. I'm retired from teaching now--still coaching girl's basketball at Missouri Valley, Ia. Anthon is one great town!!
T. Gary White <Coachandpam@aol.com>
Council Bluffs, Ia USA - Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 03:20:00 (CST)
Thank you, Thank you Vickie! I've been looking for something like this since 1995. Now I've found it. This is a great Web site. I lived in Anthon from 1941 to the early 60's. I can proudly say that when someone asks me where I'm from I always say Anthon Iowa ( whether they know where that's at or not!). I will visit this page often since I stopped getting the Anthon Herald. Keep up the good work! Bill Fey
Bill Fey <bika@satx.rr.com>
New Braunfels, Tx USA - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 13:24:47 (CST)
Thank you for inviting me to your web page. Your site reflects the hospitality of your community. It also allows me to keep in better touch with all of you from the District. Nice work!
Rep. Steve Kettering <sketter@legis.state.ia.us>
Des Moines, IA USA - Tuesday, February 06, 2001 at 08:20:39 (CST)
Am looking for information on Hultsch and Morris families. My grandfather was, I believe, school principal in the 1890s, and led the community band. Any leads will be appreciated! Thanks...I hope to visit one of these days.
Charlene Wilson <cwcello@teleport.com >
OR USA - Monday, January 29, 2001 at 01:10:16 (CST)
I would like you to know that I find your website great! It would be great if classmates current addresses could be added someday.
Lori (Nelson) Lienemann <Lowell@pdq.net>
Houston, Tx USA - Sunday, January 28, 2001 at 12:37:03 (CST)
What a wonderful "find" when this wonderful webpage came up. I've stopped getting the Anthon Herald so seeing the obits and births is especially interesting....though somewhat sad when I see class mates like Francis Heath dying and past mentors like Francis Meyer and wonderful moms like Joan White and Doris O'Connell listed. Jack and Helen (my parents) would have been very proud of this website, as am I. Best wishes from Florida and I hope to be back to our 35th *ugh) reunion this summer.
Michael J. McNamara <mjmcnamara@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Thursday, January 25, 2001 at 19:46:05 (CST)
Good Work Vicki. Imagine what Gusta would have thought of this...She never even had TV! She would be proud. Best Wishes..Your Fl Cousin.
Judi Steffen <noahsark@gator.net>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, December 10, 2000 at 22:16:01 (CST)
Another way to let everyone know how GREAT our area is! BRAVO!
Ann Bass <abass@anthon-oto.k12.ia.us>
Anthon, IA USA - Sunday, December 10, 2000 at 20:54:05 (CST)
Very Nice Site!!!
Tracey McDermott <mctilt@netins.net>
Anthon, IA USA - Thursday, December 07, 2000 at 21:56:46 (CST)
This looks very nice! It is interesting to see notes and comments in the guestbook from all over! Keep up the good work!
Molly Buettner <mgb001@alpha.morningside.edu>
Sioux City, IA USA - Monday, December 04, 2000 at 14:42:20 (CST)
Thank you for reminding me I'm another year older (and hopefully wiser)! Thank you for putting Anthon on the Web. You are doing a great job.
Ruth Groth <anthoncc@netins.net>
Anthon, IA USA - Wednesday, November 29, 2000 at 15:07:56 (CST)
Looks Good! Love the background, kept expecting deer to walk out of the brush!!!
T.I. Smith <trusmith@netins.net>
Eagle Grove, Ia USA - Thursday, November 23, 2000 at 06:46:12 (CST)
What a nice surprise. It's nice to have a web page from my hometown. Keep up the good work.
Alice Dixon Straub <FStraub1@Compuserve.com>
Spokane, WA USA - Sunday, November 12, 2000 at 23:30:59 (CST)
Great article on cousin Patrick McDermott. Nice web site also.
Sandra (McDermott) Siemens <drawfleas@bendcable.com>
Bend, OR USA - Tuesday, November 07, 2000 at 21:57:59 (CST)
Found out about your site from my sister Ruth. It is amazing what we can do on the computers. Is nice to know that Anthon/Oto is now on the World Wide Web. Will be checking in off and on. Marlene
Marlene (Wood) Petersen <mpeterse@esu8.org>
Tilden, NE USA - Monday, October 23, 2000 at 10:05:58 (CDT)
Great job Vicki!! Thanks for including Oto. It is nice since both towns are so intertwined by school and friends.
Susie Douglas <douglas2@netins.net>
Oto, IA USA - Sunday, October 01, 2000 at 20:58:41 (CDT)
Great website Mom! Good work! :) Carrie
Carrie Buettner <carriebuettner@hotmail.com>
Sioux City, IA USA - Thursday, September 28, 2000 at 10:26:56 (CDT)
It seems a very nice place to go to. If possible I will go there soon. Thank you very much Stephanie for sending me the address to this wonderful site. Best of luck Vickie, keep up the good work.
Arkaitz Elordui <a_elordui@hotmail.com>
Bilbao, Spain - Tuesday, September 19, 2000 at 10:37:06 (CDT)
What a great way to visit home! Best of luck!
Kelly Petersen <kel@iastate.edu>
Ames, IA USA - Monday, September 18, 2000 at 07:47:46 (CDT)
Congratulations on a job well done!
Lora Vander Zwaag <LVZRoute66@aol.com>
Sioux City, IA USA - Sunday, September 17, 2000 at 20:45:55 (CDT)
You did a terrific job on this! Love the background. Keep up the good work.
Wendy <wfnren@aol.com>
St Cloud, FL USA - Sunday, September 10, 2000 at 00:42:16 (CDT)
GREAT SITE.THANK YOU SELMA FOR LETTING ME KNOW ABOUT THIS SITE. ANTHON MEANS A LOT TO ME AND MY FAMILY. WE HAVE MUCH HISTORY THERE.
mike stender <msten123@aol.com>
murfreesboro, tn USA - Saturday, September 09, 2000 at 22:57:24 (CDT)
What a beautiful site. I want to visit Anthon as soon as possible after seeing this page. I hope see you soon.
Tomoko <tomokogs@aol.com>
Norfolk , VA USA - Saturday, September 09, 2000 at 14:22:55 (CDT)
I will enjoy being able to check out the happenings in Anthon, Iowa. One of my favorite places to visit. Thank you Aunt Selma for telling me about it. Tracy
Tracy Stender Ryan <mrryan@abts.net>
Statesville, NC USA - Wednesday, September 06, 2000 at 10:22:46 (CDT)
Great Job-
Nancy Hicks <Bug8me@hotmail.com>
Sioux City, IA USA - Saturday, September 02, 2000 at 23:08:20 (CDT)
Nice website, keep up the good work...
Chad Maier <pup185th@netins.net>
Anthon, IA USA - Saturday, September 02, 2000 at 14:32:43 (CDT)
Great web site. It's like reading a hometown newspaper, kinda-sort of.Thanks for the time spent on this. Connie
Connie Ashley <cashley@pionet.net>
Merrill, Ia USA - Thursday, August 31, 2000 at 18:52:58 (CDT)
There`s no place like home. Good job!
susan wilson <diamondwsue@hotmail.com>
correctionville, Ia USA - Thursday, August 31, 2000 at 11:06:30 (CDT)
Wondering if anyone from the class of '66 is interested in having a 35 year class reunion in 2001. Send your name and current address to me and we will see what the response is like. Let others in the class know that we'll need current addresses for them too,if you have contact with them. - Marv - (don't respond here)
Marv Buettner <buetvsia@netins.net>
Anthon, IA USA - Wednesday, August 30, 2000 at 23:48:22 (CDT)
Great Job Vickie, Hope you get a lot of visitors.
Selma Mills <msrxret@netins.net>
Anthon, Ia USA - Wednesday, August 30, 2000 at 20:59:59 (CDT)
GREAT looking web site! I like it!
Michael Miller <millerm@avalon.net>
Merrill, IA USA - Friday, August 18, 2000 at 17:24:02 (CDT)
Great page! Keep up the good work!
Stephanie Buettner <sabuettner@aol.com>
Bellevue, NE USA - Friday, August 18, 2000 at 13:15:14 (CDT)

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