The Jerome Journal

The Jerome Journal's mission is to collect, save and share information, pictures and documents about the history and families of Jerome, Lincoln Township and the surrounding areas of Appanoose & Wayne counties, Iowa. Everyone is encouraged to share their information, documents and pictures with others via The Jerome Journal. Simply email your material to the Editor at thehawk.bill@gmail.com for posting on The Jerome Journal. Appropriate credit is given to all contributors and sources.

Thursday, March 5, 2009

Rebels in Iowa

Wisconsin Patriot - 27 July 1861

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Burlington, Iowa, July 18 -- The Hawkeye says a messenger arrived at Eddyville yesterday, bring news that 300 Rebel cavalry had invaded Appanoose county, Iowa.

They are reported to have burned the towns of Milan, Mo., and Unionville, Iowa. It was feared they would also burn Centerville, county seat of Appanoose county.

The people are gathering up everything in the shape of arms.

The Jerome Journal

Thursday, March 5, 2009

Rebels in Iowa

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