2015

Andy Williams once sang, "There's no place like home for the holidays," so it seems fitting that we feature the Wall Lake native on the cover of our November/December issue to remember that Williams was an Iowan by birth and by heart. Photo courtesy of the Estate of Andy Williams. Cover design by Dug Campbell.

Andy Williams once sang, “There’s no place like home for the holidays,” so it seems fitting that we feature the Wall Lake native on the cover of our November/December issue to remember that Williams was an Iowan by birth and by heart. Photo courtesy of the Estate of Andy Williams. Cover design by Dug Campbell.

Volume 7, Issue No. 6, November/December 2015

 

›Publisher’s Perspective: ‘River to River’ inspires viewers to experience history themselves By Michael Swanger

 

›Andy Williams ‘The King of Hearts’ By John Skipper

 

›Larrabee’s battle against the railroads By Jerry Harrington

 

›High-flying Hawkeye: Hoops star Roy Marble was Iowa’s all-time leading scorer By Don Doxie

 

›Exploring History: Iowa Gold Star Military Museum By Michael W. Vogt

 

›Iowa Country Roads: It’s where everyone went By Arvid Huisman

 

›Book Reviews: Learn more about Iowa’s archaeology, Bood Run and the Banach brothers By Bill Sherman and Michael Swanger

 

›What’s in a Name?: Sioux City history proves it is an important stop along the Missouri River By Mark Yountz

 

›Historical Happenings

 

›Letters to the Editor

 

›Iowa History Journal Quiz

 

›Looking Back

 

 

 

 

Waterloo Native Julia Adams (later known as Julie Adams), who appeared in more than 50 films and hundreds of television episodes, is probably best known for her co-starring role as Kay Lawrence in the 1954 classic horror movie "Creature from the Black Lagoon." Cover design by Dug Campbell

Waterloo Native Julia Adams (later known as Julie Adams), who appeared in more than 50 films and hundreds of television episodes, is probably best known for her co-starring role as Kay Lawrence in the 1954 classic horror movie “Creature from the Black Lagoon.” Cover design by Dug Campbell

Volume 7, Issue No. 5, September/October 2015

›Publisher’s Perspective: Car show pays tribute to ‘Hot Rod’ author Felsen By Michael Swanger

 

›Julie Adams: From Waterloo to the Black Lagoon By John Skipper and Michael Swanger

 

›Tracing the treaties: How they affected American Indians and Iowa By Bill Sherman

 

›Newton Nite Hawks semipro football team captured the hearts of fans and the CFL title By Larry Cotlar

 

›Exploring History: Living History Farms By John Busbee

 

›Iowa Country Roads: Iowa’s barns are becoming a fading memory By Arvid Huisman

 

›Book Reviews: Sports radio, Iowa Caucus and Transcendental Meditation books make for an interesting mix By Michael Swanger and Bill Sherman

 

›What’s in a Name?: Shenandoah ‘Nursery capital of the world’ also known for Everly Brothers, Iowa Walk of Fame By Mark Yountz

 

›Historical Happenings

 

›Letters to the Editor

 

›Iowa History Journal Quiz

 

›Looking Back

 

 

A vintage postcard with its salutation, "Greetings from the Iowa State Fair," graces the cover of this special issue of Iowa History Journal

A vintage postcard with its salutation, “Greetings from the Iowa State Fair,” graces the cover of this special issue of Iowa History Journal. Cover design by Dug Campbell

Volume 7, Issue No. 4, July/August 2015

 

›Publisher’s Perspective: Manders Baseball Museum reopens in Waukee By Michael Swanger

 

›Iowa State Fair: Historical highlights of an Iowa icon  By John Skipper

 

›Head, heart, hands and health: How 4-H has empowered generations of Iowa farm kids By John Busbee

 

›In for the long run: How the Bix 7 got its start four decades ago By Don Doxie

 

›Exploring History Grotto of the Redemption By John Busbee

 

›The anniversary of V-J Day: Iowa World War II veterans share their stories By Michael Swanger

 

›Iowa Country Roads: Brothers’ big day at the Iowa State Fair By Arvid Huisman

 

›Book Reviews: Compelling narratives about Templeton Rye and Flight 232 enhance their historical significance By Bill Sherman

 

›What’s in a Name?: Fort Madison got its start as a U.S. Army fort By Mark Yountz

›Historical Happenings

 

›Letters to the Editor

 

›Iowa History Journal Quiz

 

›Looking Back

 

 

 

There was only John Wayne and his legacy is preserved in the new John Wayne Birthplace Museum that opens May 23-25 in Winterset, Iowa. Cover design by Dug Campbell

There was only John Wayne and his legacy is preserved in the new John Wayne Birthplace Museum that opens May 23-25 in Winterset, Iowa. Cover design by Dug Campbell

Volume 7, Issue No. 3, May/June 2015

 

›Publisher’s Perspective: No Iowan was bigger than Bernard Coyne By Michael Swanger

 

›Part 3 of Governors of Influence: Special series examines the six most prominent By Jerry Harrington

 

›Honoring John Wayne: Birthplace Museum to open in Winterset By Michael Swanger

 

›Founder’s Column: Iowa cities named for interesting people By Mike Chapman

 

›When Babe Ruth came to town. Clay County celebrates a rich baseball tradition By John Skipper

 

›The anniversary of VE Day: Iowa World War II veterans share their stories By Michael Swanger

 

›Iowa Country Roads: I still appreciate the farmer wave By Arvid Huisman

 

›Book Review: “A Wrestling Life: The Inspiring Stories of Dan Gable” By John Busbee

 

›What’s in a Name?: Iowa City has played an important role in Iowa’s history By Mark Yountz

 

›Exploring History at the Iowa Aviation Museum By John Busbee

 

›Historical Happenings

 

›Letters to the Editor

 

›Iowa History Journal Quiz

 

›Looking Back

 

On the cover: Vintage pins, like this one, and other memorabilia that were created to promote the release of the 1971 movie “Cold Turkey” that was filmed in Greenfield in 1969, are collectible items these days. They also remind us of Norman Lear’s enduring legacy in Greenfield, the iconic television producer who wrote, directed and produced “Cold Turkey.” Cover design by Dug Campbell.

On the cover: Vintage pins, like this one, and other memorabilia that were created to promote the release of the 1971 movie “Cold Turkey” that was filmed in Greenfield in 1969, are collectible items these days. They also remind us of Norman Lear’s enduring legacy in Greenfield, the iconic television producer who wrote, directed and produced “Cold Turkey.” Cover design by Dug Campbell.

Volume 7, Issue No. 2, March/April 2015

 

›Publisher’s Perspective: Lincoln left an indelible imprint on Iowa By Michael Swanger

 

›Part 2 of Governors of Influence: Special series examines the six most prominent By Jerry Harrington

 

›Founder’s Column: Honoring Iowans would be a dream By Mike Chapman

 

›Reheating ‘Cold Turkey:’ Greenfield’s enduring legacy with Norman Lear By Michael Swanger

 

›Iowa Country Roads: It all started with a one-room school By Arvid Huisman

 

›What’s in a Name?: River, railroad and UNI shaped Cedar Falls By Mark Yountz

 

›Harold Nichols: ISU’s legendary wrestling coach By Larry Cotlar

 

›Exploring History with the Toy and Hardware Museum By Michael Swanger

 

›Bobbed Hair By Bruce Curtis

 

›Historical Happenings

 

›Letters to the Editor

 

›Iowa History Journal Quiz

 

›Looking Back

 

 

On the cover: Samuel Kirkwood is known as Iowa’s “Civil War Governor” for his role as the state’s undisputed leader to defeat the Confederate rebellion and abolish slavery from the United States. Cover design by Dug Campbell

On the cover:
Samuel Kirkwood is known as Iowa’s “Civil War Governor” for his role as the state’s undisputed leader to defeat the Confederate rebellion and abolish slavery from the United States. Cover design by Dug Campbell

Volume 7, Issue No. 1, January/February 2015

›Publisher’s Perspective: Content is King, no matter how we package it By Michael Swanger

 

›Governors of influence: Special series examines the six most prominent By Jerry Harrington

 

›Founder’s Column: Wright’s last standing hotel endures in Iowa By Mike Chapman

 

›Queens of the court. Six legends recall six-on-six girls basketball By Larry Cotlar

 

›Iowa Country Roads: Shave and a haircut … two bits! By Arvid Huisman

 

›Historical courthouse murals gain new life By Andrea Rodriguez

 

›What’s in a Name: Mason City boasts unique history steeped in art, architecture and music By Mark Yontz

 

›Relive railroad’s golden years at Council Bluffs museum By Mark Whye

 

›Book Review: Story of 22nd Iowa Volunteer Infantry captivates; Fair photo book stimulates By Michael Swanger

 

›Historical Happenings

 

›Letters to the Editor

 

›Iowa History Journal Quiz

 

›Looking Back

 

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