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HAAS - HANSON	St. Patrick’s Church, Waukon, was the scene of two lovely weddings on Easter Monday morning. At eight o’clock Rev. Paul Evans solemnized the marriage of Miss Ruth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hanson, of near Decorah, and Vincent Haas, son of Mrs. Elsie Haas, of Waukon. They were attended by his sister, Miss Anna Mae, and Paul, son of Mrs. T. E. Ryan; other attendants were Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Wagner. Breakfast was served to the bridal couple and immediate relatives at the S & D Café and a dinner was served at the groom’s home to relatives and friends. The bride wore a floor length gown of white satin with finger-tip veil and carried an arm bouquet. The bridesmaid wore yellow and Mrs. Wagner a blue dress, both carrying colonial bouquets. The bride graduated from the Waukon high school with the class of 1945 and is employed as secretary to Supt. B. H. Graeber. Mr. Haas is employed at the Super Furniture Mart. Following their honeymoon trip they will be at home in their furnished apartment over the S & D Café, where they will settle down to housekeeping with the best wishes of a host of friends. Among the out of town guests at the wedding were the bride’s brother Oscar Hanson, of Madison, S.D., and a friend, Alta Roderick, of Dubuque. In the evening a large number of relatives and friends tendered them a reception and shower at the Waukon Opera House, with the music furnished for dancing by the Tyrolians. ~Allamakee Journal & Lansing Mirror, Wed, Apr 20, 1949, pg1 - Contributed by Diana Henry Diedrich
HAAS - HENRY	At the Lycurgus Catholic Church Tuesday, May 19, Rev. Father Norton joined in the hold bonds of Matrimony Miss Hannah Henry and Charles Haas, both of this township. The bride is a daughter of Charles Henry. The groom is a prosperous young farmer. The friends of the new married couple were hospitably entertained at the home of the bride’s parents after the ceremony. The young people enter married life with the best wishes of all; the Journal included ~Allamakee Journal - contributed by Diana Henry Diedrich, gg grandniece; Note: Hannah Loretta Henry and Charles Henry Haas were married 19th May 1896. Charles was the only son of Landelon Hass & Elizabeth Wein Haas. Hannah & Charles farmed on a farm behind the Lycurgus Catholic Church and is still in the Haas family.
HABERKORN - PALMER	F. Joseph Haberkorn Jr. & Lottie Palmer. Married October 11, 1883 in New Albin. ~'The First 100 Years of New Albin' - contributed by Errin Wilker
HALL - SAWYER	MARRIED. At the residence of the bride's brother, in Grand Meadow twp. on Wednesday Dec. 2nd, 1891, by Rev. N.L. BURTON, Mr. Chas O. HALL of Postville, and Miss Mary A. SAWYER, of Clermont. ~Postville Review, 12/05/1891 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HALLADAY - JEMMISON	MARRIED. At the residence of the brides father, near Hardin, July 4th, 74, by Rev. R.D. McCORMACK, Mr. W.L. HALLADAY to Miss Mary JEMMISON. ~Postville Review, July 22, 1874 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HALVERSON - WARNHOLZ	Mamie Warnholz and Martin Halverson were married Thursday morning at St. Paul's Lutheran church by Rev. Schmidt. ~Iowa Volksblatt, Friday, Sept 28, 1917 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HAMILTON - VANVELZER	Thomas Hamilton and Mary Vanvelzer, marriage certificate issued. ~Waukon Standard, April 22, 1869 - contributed by Bob Hoy
HAMMEL - SCHULTE	Waukon – Nuptial vows were exchanged Saturday in St. Patrick’s Catholic church by Karen Schulte, daughter of Mr. and. Mr. Joseph G. Schulte, and Wayne Hammel, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hammel. The Rev. Robert Moran officiated at the ceremony. Delores Slattery, organist, accompanied Ann Hansmeier, soloist. The bride wore a waltz-length gown of lace over satin fashioned with a fitted bodice, short sleeves and a V-neckline. A beaded crown held her fingertip veil and she carried a white prayer book topped with red roses. Mrs. Elmer Troendle of Cedar Rapids, matron of honor, and Carol Hammel, bridesmaid wore gowns of white nylon chiffon over light green. Mr. Troendle was best man and John Joe McCormick, groomsman. Donald Ward and James Dougherty ushered. A family dinner served at 11:30 at the Schulte home was followed by an afternoon reception. The couple will live in Cedar Rapids, where both are employed. ~Cedar Rapids Gazette, June 11, 1959 -contributed by Diana Henry Diedrich.
HAMMOND - WILLMANN	John William Hammond and Elisabeth Willmann, married April 2, 1890 by Pastor John Gass. ~St. Paul Lutheran Church records - contributed by Steven W. Bareis
HANCOCK - SCHWARTZHOFF	Dorchester – St. Mary’s Catholic Church provided the setting Saturday at 10:30 for the marriage of Miss Carol Schwartzhoff, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emmet Schwartzhoff, to Pfc. William C. Hancock, son of Mrs. John Howes and the late William Hancock. The Rev. Duane Raftist officiated. The bride wore a gown of lace and net and her fingertip veil was held by a crystal and sequin crown. She carried a bouquet of red roses. The bride was attended by her sisters, the Misses Judy and Marie Schwartzhoff, as maid of honor and bridesmaid respectively. Dennis Byrnes was best man and Jon Hancock, brother of the bridegroom, was groomsman. Seating the guest were Fred Viola of Chicago and James Howes of Waukon. A reception for 200 guests was given in the Purple Cow restaurant of Waukon. The bride has been employed by Argus Industries, Inc., at Spring Grove, Minn. The bridegroom is stationed at Fort Carson, Colo. The couple will make their home at Monitor Springs, Colo. ~Cedar Rapids Gazette; December 2, 1962 -Contributed by Diana Henry Diedrich
HANDEL - SEIFERT	Joseph Handel and Bertha Seifert, married December 26, 1886 by Pastor John Gass. ~St. Paul Lutheran Church records - contributed by Steven W. Bareis
HANGARTNER - MILLER	Hangartner-Miller. At the residence of the bride's mother in Postville, last evening at 5:30 p.m., Mr. Frank Hangartner and Miss Emma Miller, Rev. Bockelman officiating. The ceremony was performed in the presence of relatives and a few invited friends. The bride is the oldest daughter of Mrs. F.L. Miller and is highly esteemed by all. The groom is one of our most popular young men. The young couple will start to housekeeping at once on their farm southwest of twon. The Review extends congratulations. ~Postville Review, 3/9/1900 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HANGARTNER - PLATT	Sandra Rae Plaht, Luana, Iowa, and Lonnie Wayne Hangartner, Castalia, Iowa, were married Saturday, July 27, 1985, at St. Paul Lutheran church, Postville, Iowa.  The Rev. Julius Peterson and Rev. Howard Wolfgram officiated at the 1:30 p.m. ceremony. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Marlin Plaht, Luana, and Mrs. James Hangartner, Castalia. Music was provided by Mrs. Paul Schutte, organist, Pam Johanningmeier, soloist, and trumpet selections by Beth Schutte. The bridal gown of organza was styled with an off-the-shoulder bodice accented with beaded silk Venice lace.  Her skirt and semi-cathedral train were trimmed with organza ruffles.  An Ascot hat trimmed with a satin bow and lace completed her outfit.  The bridal bouquet was a Boston fern with white roses, huckleberry carnations and stephanotis. Sharon Dean, the bride's sister, was matron of honor.  Bridesmaids were Mary Hangartner, sister of the bridegroom, and Denise Sieg.  Dresses with on-or-off the shoulder styling of huckleberry organza trimmed with ruffles and bustle-effect back were worn by the attendants.  Their flowers were arm bouquets of lilies on a Boston fern accented with baby's breath. The bride's niece, Debbie Dean, was flower girl.  Her personal attendant was April Friederich.  Flowers were pinned by Shelley Schaufenbuel. Randy Hangartner was his brother's best man.  Groomsmen were Roger Hangartner, brother of the bridegroom, and Ed Kittleson.  The bride's nephew, Danny Dean, was ring bearer.  Robert Plaht, the bride's brother, was acolyte.  Guests were seated by John Dean, brother-in-law of the bride, and Mark Landsgard. After the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall with Dick and Sandie Helgerson serving as reception hosts.  Punch was served by Mary Jo Hangartner and Vicki Mork.  Waitresses were Lori Taylor, Judy Tague, Charmion Zieman and Kim Wahls.  The wedding cake was baked and cut by Mrs. August Holthaus assisted by Mrs. Walter Schutte and Mrs. Ray Schafer. Gift carriers were Rachel and Jenny Hangartner.  Coffee servers were Mrs. Myrl Dean Dickman and Mrs. Lloyd Block.  Annette White and Joan Plaht served the ice cream.  Jeff and Pat Snitker had charge of the guest book.  Beaulah Kozelka was the wedding coordinator. A buffet supper was served later at the Heidelberg.  Thos assisting with serving included Rosie Doerring, Joan Giselson, Joan Martins, Inez Kirkeberg, Arlene Taylor and Evelyn Tague.  Eunice Dickman served coffee, and Marsha Conway served punch. The rehearsal dinner, hosted by the bridegroom's mother, was held at Livingood's in Frankville, Iowa. The bride is a cosmetologist employed at Sandie's Hair Designers.  The bridegroom is self-employed as a mason.  The couple is residing is an apartment in Postville. ~Postville Herald, Postville, Iowa; August 7, 1985 - contributed by Errin Wilker
HANGARTNER - SEGRIST	MARRIED. At the residence of the bride's parents in Post township, Aug. 20th, 1893, by E. SWENSON, J.P., Mr. Conrad HANGARTNER and Miss Etta SEGRIST, both of Post. ~Postville Review, August 1893 (exact date of the paper not recorded) - contributed by S. Ferrall
HANN - COOK	MARRIED. In Postville, on Dec. 31st, 1885, by Wm. SHEPHERD, J.P., Mr. David F. HANN to Amanda COOK. We are unacquainted with the contracting parties, but believe neither have been here long. As to their future residence we are not advised. ~Postville Review, 1/9/1886 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HANSON - BARNARD	Married, by the Rev. A.M. May, Nov. 16, 1869, at the residence of the bride's father, Mr. C. Barnard, Watson R. Hanson of Castana, Monona Co., to Miss Marry G. Barnard, of Waukon. ~Waukon Standard, November 18, 1869 - contributed by Jan Miller
HANSON - LARSON	Janet Susan Larson, daughter of Charles and Edna Huinker of Ossian, Iowa, and Donald Julian Hanson, son of Julian and Esther Hanson of Waukon, Iowa, exchanged wedding vows Friday, June 28, 1985, at 7:30 p.m. Rev. Jack Paisley of Decorah officiated the ceremony at St. Bridget's Catholic Church, Postville, Iowa. The bride's cousin, Doug Huinker, was altar boy. Christy Larson, the bride's daughter served as maid of honor and Randy Larson, the bride's son, was best man. Debra Lutkenhaus was the bride's personal attendant. Ushers were Joey Huinker, brother of the bride, Tom Thomas, brother-in-law of the bridegroom. A special honored guest was Mrs. Hertha Grotegut, the bridegroom's grandmother. Wedding music was provided by soloist, Gaylen Snitker, and organist, Viola Snitker, both of Waukon. A reception was held after the ceremony at their home in Frankville, Iowa. A wedding dance was held at the KC Hall in Ossian on July 12. The wedding cake was cut by Darlene Thomas, the bridegroom's sister. Coffee was served by Sherry Stendel, the bride's sister. The bride is the owner and operator of Janet's Clip and Curl in Frankville. The bridegroom is engaged in farming.  ~Postville Herald, Postville, Iowa; August 7, 1985 - contributed by Errin Wilker
HANSON - SCHMITZ	Married. At Prairie du Chien, Wis., on Wednesday evening Sept. 22nd, 1880, Dr. J. HANSON and Miss Jennie P. SCHMITZ, all of Postville. At the same time and place, Mr. Godfrey STAADT and Miss Louisa M. SCHMITZ, all of Postville. This double wedding has been long surmised, and now that it is consumated we join their friends in wishing both the happy couples all the joy in store for the future. ~Postville Review, 9/25/1880 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HANSON - SCULLY	A paper handed us by Anton Larson, contains the marriage notice of Lovier S. Hanson to Annie Scully, by Rev. F. Doran, at the Methodist parsonage, at Grand Forks, on Monday, June 15th, 1885. Mr. Hanson is the President of the Bank of Buxton, and formerly of the county, being a son of H. A. Hanson of Hanover township. ~Waukon Standard, Thurs, July 2, 1885 - contributed by Patricia Hamarstrom
HARDWICK - ALWARD	Married. At the residence of Mr. J.W. WARD, on the evening of Dec 31, 1891, Mr. Chas. A. HARDWICK to Miss Ella L. ALWARD, Rev. E.J. LOCKWOOD officiating. Mr. HARDWICK came to Postville from Clarence, Iowa. He has for some months past been conducting the sewing machine business for Mr. Ward. ~Postville Review, 1/9/1892 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HARNACK - JACOBS	Married. At the Lutheran church on Wednesday, Feb. 11th, at four o'clock p.m., occurred the marriage of Mr. John C. Harnack and Miss Ela Jacobs. Witnesses -- Mabel Meyer and Lester Harnack. The foregoing young couple of this locality are well and favorably known and we join their many friends in the wish that health and happiness may be with them throughout long and useful lives. ~Postville Review, February 13, 1914 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HARNACK - THOMA	John Harnack and Margaretha Thoma, married April 14, 1885 by Pastor John Gass. ~St. Paul Lutheran Church records - contributed by Steven W. Bareis
HARRIS - FOLSOM	MARRIED. At the home of the bride's parents, on Wednesday Feb. 23rd, 1898, by Rev. S.W. POLLARD, Mr. Warner HARRIS and Miss Rachel FOLSOM, all of Post township. There was a large gathering of relatives, nearly sixty being in attendance. The Review congratulates. ~Postville Review, 2/25/1898 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HARRIS - HARRINGTON	DOUBLE WEDDING. At the residence of the bride's parents, In Postville, at high noon, on Thursday, March 30th, 1893, by Rev. LaRoy S. Hand, Mr. John M. Thoma and Miss Addie E. Harrington. At the same time and place, by the same, Mr. Charles A. HARRIS and Miss Alida HARRINGTON. All the parties were born in or near Postville, and many good wishes will follow them to their new homes. A pleasant company graced the festivities and the bounteous feast was enjoyed of all. On behalf of the Review we desire to extend congratulations and wish all parties represented above long life, happiness and success in all that makes human life worth living. The home and the associations that cluster around it comprise most of the happiness that the world affords; and just in proportion to the ability of our young friends to make home the pleasantest spot on earth will they succeed in carrying out the will of both God and man in instituting the sacred relation of marriage, which makes an ideal home possible. Always be kind, forbearing and loving and you will never regret the solemn obligations you have taken today. "So mote it be." We acknowledge with thanks the receipt of some delicious cake. ~Postville Revieww, 4/1/1893 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HARRIS - SMITH	MARRIED. At the residence of the bride's parents on Tuesday, Sept. 22nd, 1885, Mr. Sampson A. HARRIS and Miss Ida E. SMITH. A goodly number of the friends of the contracting parties were present and a pleasant time was enjoyed. ~Postville Review, 9/26/1885 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HART - CLARKE	Marriage of Eva Clarke and John Joseph Hart Married and happy are what John J. Hart and Miss Eva Clark are since the morn of May 20th when Rev. Fr. Sheehan at a nuptial mass at St.Joseph's church at Paint Rock united this young couple in the holybonds of wedlock.  The groom was born and reared here and belongs toone of our most highly esteemed families.  He is an industrious, upright, well to do young man and has been a resident of Swift Current, Canada, for the past four years but at present is a successful insurance and land agent with headquarters at Waterville.The bride belongs to one of Paint Rock's most worthy families and has held high rank among Allamakee county school ma'ams for a number ofyears.  By her kindly disposition and she has won friends on all sides and is endowed with the qualities of head and heart which will go to make a happy home for the husband of her choice.  Their friends who are legion with John and Eva a smooth and pleasant voyage on the matrimonial sea, and that their joys may be many and their cares just little ones.   -- John J. Hart and bride returned from their wedding trip Friday and have since been recieving the congratulations of their numerous acquaintances.  They spent Sunday in Waukon. ~clipped from an unidentified Allamakee county newspaper -contributed by Jody Howard
HART - HUMPHREYS	MARRIED. At the Commercial Hotel, Postville, June 22nd, by Rev. G.W. PRATT, Mr. John B. HART and Miss Ida M. HUMPHREYS, all of Postville. This wedding, eminently fit to be made, has been expected by the knowing ones for some time. Sometimes it is a peculiar pleasure to chronicle such events, because everything seems to auger success and happiness, as in this case. No couple ever started out in life under more favorable circumstances than this one, and a very large circle of friends of both parties wish them joy and happiness. The wedding was a quiet affair, none but the two families being present. The newly married pair started immediately for Chicago on their wedding tour. On their return they will occupy a fine residence in Myron, and Mr. HART will have charge of the mill there. ~Postville Review, 6/25/1881 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HARVEY - BROUILLET	Harry Harvey of Castalia and Evelyn Brouillet of Frankville were married Thursday. ~Iowa Volksblatt, Friday, May 18, 1917 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HAUSMAN - TABBOT	August Hausman, who went from here to Iowa township and now owns the Hays farm near New Albin, was married there Sunday to Mrs. Tabbot, a daughter of Mrs. Hays. ~The Democrat, Waukon, Oct. 15, 1913 ~contributed by S. Ferrall
HAWKINS - COWLES	MARRIED. At the M.E. parsonage in Postville, March 9th, 1885, by Rev. S.T. McKIM, Mr. L.D. HAWKINS to Miss Lydia M. COWLES, both of this vicinity. They will make their home on their farm near this place. ~Postville Review, 3/14/1885 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HAWKINS - WALKE	On Tuesday March 15, at Postville, occurred the wedding of Miss Anna Walke, The youngest daughter of Herman Walke of this place to Fred Hawkins at Postville. They were joined in wedlock by Rev. Robinson. They came to Guttenberg on the same day and repaired to the home of the bride’s sister Mrs. B. H. Schute [Schutte], where a splendid supper was served and the wedding guests spent a most enjoyable evening. After remaining a few days the young couple returned to Postville, from where they soon expect to go to Oregon to make their future home. The best wishes of their friends attend them. ~Saturday, 19 March 1904, Guttenberg, Iowa, Clayton County Journal, p5, c3 - contributed by Ken Johnson
HAWS - TRACY	Married. On the 10th inst., by Rev. Father McGowan, Mr. Joseph Haws, to Miss Bridget Tracy. Ah, now we know why all that fixing up over at your house was for. We always knew you was a sensible fellow, and now we have prima facie evidence of it. May the time soon come, my boy, when you can take the little ones on your knee and sing o them the songs you used to render to us in the army. Joy, weath, peace, pleasure, long life and happiness to you and yours. ~Lansing Mirror, April 3, 1869 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HEALY - WALDRON	Mary Waldron (dau of Peter Waldron and Mary Gavin) m John M. Healy 28 Nov 1899. ~St. Mary's church records (Lycurgus), currently being held at the Immaculate Conception rectory in Lansing - contributed by Kathy Ward
HEIM - DOUGHERTY	The marriage ceremony of Bev Dougherty and Tom Heim was held October 29, 1988 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in New Albin. Father Charipar performed the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Dougherty and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Heim, are the parents of the couple. Soloists Tom and Becky Searcy and organist Shirley Richards provided the wedding music. The bride wore a gown of white bridal satin over taffeta, Queen Anne neckline, long fitted sleeves, basque waistline, bodice decorated with silk venise lace and accented with tiny seed pearls and irredescent sequins, fully gathered train falls into a chapel length train with imported schiffli lace on the hemline. The front of the skirt and train were adorned with venise appliques. She carried a bouquet of white roses with mint green daffodils, lace leaves and irredescent baby's breath. Bonnie Weymiller was matron of honor, and bridesmaids were Shirley Hawes, Kristie Hosch and Rosalie Heim. Each wore a gown of teal rashel lace over satin, rounded neckline, short sleeves, symetrical satin cummerbund, fully gathered skirt with scalloped hemline. Harold Heim, was the best man, and Kenny Heim, Marvin Heim and Greg Dougherty were the groomsmen. Leah and Avery Weymiller were flower girls. The bride's mother wore a black tea length, long-sleeved dress with teal and fucia flower print. Following the ceremony, the reception was held at the Drawing Board, Waukon, IA with hosts and hostesses, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Keatley and Mr. and Mrs. Bob Chabak. Shelly and Diana Doughtery were in charge of the guestbook. Lois Meyer and Pam Dundee were cake cutters. Amy and Paula Marsden poured punch. The bride is a graduate of Lansing Kee High and the groom is a graduate of Holy Cross High School. The couple will make their home in rural New Albin. A rehearsal supper was held at the 4 J's Supper Club, hosted by the groom's father. ~Allamakee Journal newspaper clipping - contributed by Errin Wilker
HEIN - BENCHER	Rudolph Hein and Miss Charlotte Bencher went to Cedar Rapids yesterday to commit matrimony, and with friends innumerable we congratulate. ~Postville Review, 7/19/1918 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HEIN - MITCHELL	The marriage of Harold HEIN, son of Mrs. George HEIN of Postville, and Mrs. Delphina MITCHELL of Postville was soleminized Friday morning by the Rev. F.W. FRITCHEL in the parsonage at St. John's Lutheran church at Charles City. Attendants at the ceremony were the bride's brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Harry KUTHE of Monona. Mr. and Mrs. HEIN and Mr. and Mrs. KUTHE left Charles City immediately following the ceremony and spent Saturday and Sunday in Minneapolis, Minn. The newlyweds returned to Postville, Sunday evening and will make their home here. Mr. HEIN is a graduate of Postville High School with the class of 1930 and he attended Iowa State College at Ames. His bride is also well known in Postville, where she has lived many years. ~Postville Review, 9/4/1940 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HEINS - KOTZBACH	At noon yesterday Rev. Schmidt officiated at the marriage of Henry Heins and Amelie Kotzbach. ~Iowa Volksblatt, Friday, Sept 28, 1917 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HEINS - MARTENS	Heinrich C. Heins and Wilhelmina Martens, married May 14, 1883 by Pastor John Gass. ~St. Paul Lutheran Church records - contributed by Steven W. Bareis
HEINS - POESCH	Married. At the Lutheran church in this city at two o'clock this (Friday) afternoon occurred the marriage of Mr. Edward J. Heins and Miss Ruth Poesch, both of Postville. Witnesses -- Eddie Poesch, Louis Thoma, Clara Poesch and Melinda Meyer. Rev. R. Kuehne was the officiating clergyman. The wedding [was] attended by large gatherings of relatives and close friends. The young couple are from old and respected families of this locality, and everybody will extend them hardiest well wishes. ~Postville Review, February 20, 1914 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HELGERSON - ROFFMAN	Popular Young Couple Joined in Wedlock Miss Lillian E. Roffman and Milton Helgerson were married December 31, 1930, at Clermont, the Rev. G. Gunsten officiating. The attendants were Miss Helen Krousie and Elmer Van Gorder, inimate friends of the couple. The bride is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Roffman and the groom is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Helgerson. This young couple is well known and highly respected by all who know them. Their many friends join in wishing them a happy and prosperous wedded life. ~Postville Herald - contributed by Dorothy Gosse
HENRY - COLSCH	A very pretty wedding took place on Wednesday, Feb. 23 at 10 o’clock, at the Methodist Episcopal church in New Albin, when the marriage of Miss Julia Colsch of the Sand Cove and Mr. Joseph Henry of Waukon was solemnized, Rev. C. R. Disney performing the ceremony. The happy couple entered to the strains of a familiar wedding march played by C. J. Travis and preceded to the altar, where the solemn words were spoken which made them one for life. The bride looked most beautiful in her gown of white satin with slippers to match. She wore a veil caught and arranged with orange blossoms and was attended by her sister, Martha Colsch, who also wore white and carried bride’s roses. The groom wore a blue suit and was attended by his cousin, Theodore Henry. The bride is the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Colsch, a prosperous and substantional farmer of the Sand Cove, a charming and accomplished young lady with a host of friends. The groom is engaged at farming near Waukon and is very highly spoken of by all who know him. Following the ceremony the proceeded to the home of the bride’s parents, where a reception was given and they received many beautiful and useful gifts. The happy couple will settle down to housekeeping on the groom’s fine farm near Waukon. The happy couple takes with them the good wishes of a wide circle of friends and relatives, the Journal included. ~Allamakee Journal, December 2, 1903 - Contributed by Diana Henry Diedrich, g-grandniece
HENRY - COLSCH	The marriage of Miss Mary Coelsch, of French Creek, and Charles Henry, Jr. of French Creek, takes place to-day, Tuesday. The bride is a niece of Nic. Coelsch, of this city, and came over from Germany several years ago. The groom is a son of Charley Henry, the prosperous Makee Ridge farmer. ~Waukon Standard - contributed by Diana Henry Diedrich, gg granddaughter Note: Charles and Mary were married 24 Jan 1896 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Lycurgus. They were my gg grandparents. Mary’s maiden name was spelled Colsch. ----- The marriage of Miss Mary Colsch of French Creek and Charles Henry, Jr., of Makee, took place in Waukon on Jan. 28th. ~Lansing Mirror ~contributed by Ann Krumme
HENRY - WATERS	The marriage of Theodore Henry and Lillian Waters took place at St. Mary's church in Dorchester Tuesday morning (May 6, 1919) at 9 o'clock, Rev. Cramer officiating. The bride was charmingly dressed in steel grey satin and Georgette with gloves and shoes to match. She was attended by Kathryn Mathais of Bancroft, Iowa, a cousin of the groom, and the best man was Emmet Waters, a cousin of the bride.   ~Waukon Republican, May 14, 1919 - contributed by Errin Wilkers photo contributed by Diana Diedrich; granddaughter of Theo & Lillian
HERRMANN - SIRES	Grace United Methodist Church, New Albin, Iowa, was the scene of the September 27, 1975 exchange of vows and rings between Lanette Sires and James Herrmann. The Rev. Kent Weaver officiated at the 2:30 p.m. ceremony. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Sires, New Albin, Iowa, formerly of Tulare, South Dakota, and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Herrmann, Onalaska, Wisconsin. The bride wore a white gown and was escorted by her father. Mrs. Craig Lee, Minot, North Dakota, sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Other attendants were Linda Bangtson, La Crescent, Minnesota, and Mrs. Tom Young, Onalaska, Wisconsin, sister of the groom. They wore long gowns in three shades of blue, white hats and carried baskets of flowers. Best man was John Arms. Groomsmen were Bill Herrmann, brother of the groom, and Steve Thaldorf, Onalaska, Wisconsin. Three songs "Because", "Oh Perfect Love'" and "The Lord's Prayer" were sung by the Sires Ensemble composed of Mrs. Elmer Middendorf, Mrs. Joe Crowley, Mrs. Claude Grahlman, Raymond Sires, Joel Sires and Forrest Sires. Mrs. Don Sammermeyer was organist. Ushers were Douglas Sires and David Herrmann. Mrs. Terry Pentecost of Lawrence, Kansas, attended the guest book. A reception was held for 200 guests. After the honeymoon to Colorado, they are at home at [deleted] Onalaska, Wisconsin. ~newspaper clipping - contributed by Errin Wilker
HIGBEY - FEWELL	MARRIED. In Postville on Sept 8th, Mr. G.W. HIGBEY and Miss Susan A. FEWELL. They will make their future home in Kansas. ~Postville Review, 9/12/1885 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HILL- RATCLIFF	Married. March 30th, by Rev. A.H. Houghton, Mr. David A. Hill, of Wis., to Miss Mary I. Ratcliff, of Lansing. ~Lansing Mirror, April 3, 1869 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HILL - LEUI	Wedded at Postville, Louis Hill Surrenders Before Cupid's Darts and is Married on Saint Valentine's Day. A wedding of special interest to this locality was that which took place at Postville yesterday, St. Valentine's day, when Mr. Louis L. Hill was untied In marriage to Miss Hattie S. Leui. The ceremony was performed at high noon at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Leui, by Rev. Childress, pastor of the Congregational church , of that city, and was witnessed by the family and a number of friends. The young couple ........ [illegible words] ......... The decorations were in keeping with St. Valentine's day, and bouquets of American Beauty roses. Immediately following the ceremony an elaborate wedding dinner was served. The favors being heart shaped pink boxes containing pieces of the bride's and grooms cakes, and the bride's [illegible] was farther adorned with a bouquet of Large pale pink roses. The bride is one of Postville's fairest daughters,loved and admired by all who know her for her beautiful character and womanly ways. She graduated from the Postville High school in 19?4, and later from the University of Wisconsin. For some thime she has been a successful teacher of English in the Mason City High schools. The groom is the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Hill, of this city. He is a young man who has lived his life in this county, and one whom we are glad to point to as a Nashua product. Clean in morals and with an ambition to succeed in whatever he undertakes, we bespeak for him a bright future. He graduated from the Nashua High school in 190[5 or6], and from the State University of Iowa in 1909. For a year he taught successfully in the public schools at Monona, and then gave up his teaching to take the position as traveling representative for Allyn & Bacon, publishers, of Chicago, and that he has been advanced in salary the past winter is evidence that he is making good in that line of work. The young couple left Postville yesterday afternoon for Omaha and Lincoln, Neb., and other points. After March 1 they will be at home at 717 South Fourteenth Street, Lincoln, Nebr., from which city Mr. Hill makes his territory to the best advantage. Lou's host of friends in Nashua will extend heartiest congratulations to himself and bride. ~Nashua Reporter; February 15, 1912 - contributed by Sharyl Ferrall
HINDERER - NIESE	Gottfried Hinderer and Rosina Niese (Nise), married December 22, 1883 by Pastor John Gass. ~St. Paul Lutheran Church records - contributed by Steven W. Bareis
HINMAN - BURNHAM	MARRIED. At the residence of the bride's parents, near Hardin, Iowa, by Chas BURNHAM, J.P. , Mr. W.E. HINMAN and Miss Elma BURNHAM. ~Postville Review, April 4, 1891 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HINMAN - MASON	At LaCrosse, Wis., on Wednesday, June 19, occurred the marriage of Miss Carrie Mason and Clyde W. Hinman, two of Hardin's most estimable young people. They will reside on the Geo. Engelhardt farm west of Luana. With a host of friends the Review joins in extending its well wishes. ~Postville Review, June 21, 1912 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HINMAN - RIDENOUR	MARRIED. At the M.E. Parsonage, in Luana, Clayton county, Iowa, Nov. 18th by Rev. E. KETCHUM, Mr. Charles A. HINMAN and Mrs. Lillie RIDENOUR. All of Hardin, Clayton county, Iowa. ~Postville Review, November 25, 1882 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HINMAN - STANLEY	MARRIED. At the residence of E. DERBYSHIRE, in Silver City, N.M., June 13th, by Rev. G.W. RIGGLE, Mr. Orison C. HINMAN and Miss Minne H. STANLEY. Orison was for some time the apt P.M. and Telegraph operator at Luana. ~Postville Review, July 5, 1884 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HINTON - JONES	MARRIED. At Sibley, Iowa March 3rd, by Rev. W.W. BROWN, Mr. F.H. HINTON and Miss Carrie E. JONES, both of Postville. Mr. HINTON has for a long time been operator at the Milwaukee depot and Miss JONES is well known to our citizens. She has been saleslady at Skelton & McEwens store. They go to housekeeping at Mrs. JONES' residence on the east side. ~Postville Review, March 7, 1891- contributed by S. Ferrall
HOENSELT - EVERIT	MARRIED. On New Year's day, at the home of the parents of the bridegroom, near Ossian, Mr. Sanford HOENSELT to Miss Minnie EVERIT. Mr. HOENSELT is in the employ of the Postville Creamery Co. The young couple have begun house-keeping in the McDANELD house in the South part of town. ~Postville Revieww, 1/9/1886 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HOLTER - MARSTON	MARRIED Holter - Marston - At the residence of the bride's mother. Mrs. N. M. Marston, in Grand Meadow twp., on Tuesday eve, May 22nd, 1883. Mr. Carl Holter to Miss Mary A. Marston, by Rev H. A. Warner. The above "contracting parties" are so well known to the citizens of Postville and surrounding country, and so favorably known, that it would be useless for us to go into details, and beside, our local space is very limited this week. The bride is well known, and respected by all who have the pleasure of her acquaintance, and it is the freely expressed opinion of all that she will be a model wife. Mr. Holter is a prosperous clothing merchant at this place, and. he will furnish sufficient household supplies, besides laying aside money, with the greatest of ease. His future prospects are very flattering, to say the least. They have started to "keep house" in apart of Mrs. Hazleton's residence. We wish them an inseparable journey through life and hope that great results may come of their every effort. ~Postville Review: Saturday, 5/26/1883 - contributed by Bill Waters
HONN - LIVINGOOD	Waukon - Miss Eileen B. Livingood, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Livingood, and Roger Honn, son of Mrs. and Mrs. Roy L. Honn, were united in marriage Saturday by Rev. Curtis Webster at the Evangelical United Bretheren church in Forest Mills. Mr. and Mrs. Roland Barr were the attendants. They will make their home on a farm near Rossville. ~Waterloo Sunday Courier, March 15, 1950 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HONN - SCHROEDER	Married. At the residence of the bride's parents on Friday, June 19th, 1891, by the Rev. J. GASS, Mr. Henry HONN and Miss Freida SCHROEDER. ~Postville Review, June 20, 1891 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HOSIER - HURM	Hurm-Hosier Wedding. A pretty wedding of today was that of Miss Hazel T. Hurm, 605 Bluff street, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hurm, of Lansing, Iowa, and John Hosier, of 265 Main street, which was solemnized in St. Raphael's Cathedral this city at 7 o'clock in the morning. The Reverend Father Dougherty, pastor, was the officiating clergyman. The single ring service was used. Mrs. Louis McCabe, a cousin of the bride and Clair Hurm, her brother, were the attendants. The wedding gown was designed of white rosemary crepe along simple lines and the full length tulle veil, fashioned in cap style was held in place with a band of pearls. In the shower bouquet were pink roses. Mrs. McCabe wore a gown of pink crepe de chien, a white satin hat, and she carried a boquet of white carnations. There were twelve guests at the breakfast served at the Mary of the Angel home after the church service. The table adornments were carried out in the colors of pink and white and with spring flowers. The honeymoon will be spent in South Dakota and the new home will be made in this city. The bride's traveling attire is a brown satin face crepe frock, a dark blue charmeen wrap fashioned with fur and a small hat to match.  ~Dubuque Telegraph-Herald; June 3, 1925 - contributed by June Hosier -- CERTIFICATE OF MARRIAGE. St. Raphael's Cathedral. Dubuque, Iowa This is to Certify That John Samuel Hosier and Hazel Theresa Hurm were lawfully Married on the 3rd day of June 1925 According to the Rite of the Roman Catholic Church and in conformity with the laws of the State of Iowa Rev. E.J. Doughterty officiating, in the presence of Clare Hurm and Mrs. Louis McCabe, Witnesses, as appears from the Marriage Register of this Church. Dated January 13, 1969 Rev. Joseph J. Slepicker, Assistant Pastor - contributed by June Hosier
HOTH - NYGAARD	Marriage vows were exchanged Saturday, December 26, at 2:30 p.m. by Pauline Nygaard and Richard Hoth in a double ring ceremony performed by Rev. John Kronlokken at the West Clermont Lutheran Church. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Glen Nygaard of Clermont and C. C. Hoth and the late Mrs. Hoth of Postville. Nuptial music was provided by Mrs. John Kronlokken, organist, and soloist Alvin Drewes, who sang "The Wedding Prayer" and " The Lord's Prayer." Escorted to the altar by her father, the bride was attired in a floor length gown of chantilly lace with basque waist and long pointed sleeves, with scalloped Sabrina neckline trimmed with sequins and pearls. Scalloped lace lended a tiered effect to the back of the skirt with ruffle upon ruffle of tulle. Her veil was a royal crown of silk organza petals, trimmed with seed pearls and flowing tulle of fingertip length. She carried a white Bible decorated with a white orchid. Barbara Anderson was maid of honor. Marlene Anderson was bridemaid. They wore dresses of poinsettia red velveteen, cut in princess style with scoop necklines, 3-4 length sleeves and flared skirts. Their headbands were white fur, and they wore white gloves and red shoes. The best man was Donald Hoth of Postville and groomsman was Donald Funte of Decorah. Durwood Schutta of Postville and Merlin Chapman of Cedar Falls were ushers. Altar decorations were poinsettias and the pews were trimmed with pine cones and evergreens. For her daughter's wedding Mrs. Nygaard chose a 2-piece blue wool dress with black accessories. Her corsage was yellow roses. Immediately following the ceremony a reception was held in the church parlors. Florence Hoth, Mrs. Vernon Anderson and Mrs. Wayne Timmerman cut the cake. Gerene Larson poured Mrs. Gussie Miller, Mrs. Elmer Olson, Mrs. Guy Williams, Mrs. David Jacobia and Mrs. George O. Larson were in the kitchen, Mrs. Richard Olson was dinning room hostess. Mr. and Mrs. Hoth both attended Luther College at Decorah. Mrs. Hoth is employed at Collins in Cedar Rapids, and Mr. Hoth is employed by McKesson-Robbins at Cedar Rapids. They will make there home at 1726- 4th Ave., in Cedar Rapids after January 6. ~Postville Herald, January 1960 - contributed by Patricia Morehouse
HOTH - OLSON	Mr. and Mrs. Aines Olson announce the engagement of their daughter, Anita Jeanette, to Donald D. Hoth, son of Clarence Hoth. Miss Olson, a graduate of St. Luke's Practical Nursing in Cedar Rapids, is employed by Drs. Wright and Armstrong, Marion. Her fiance is a junior in the College of Business Administration at the State University of Iowa, Iowa City. An August wedding is planned. ~Postville Herald clipping, Feb. 5, 1964 - contributed by Mary Durr - note: hand written on the article: Were married August 29, 1964 -- Mr. and Mrs. Donald Hoth Married August 29,1964 Mr. and Mrs. Donald Hoth, will be at home in Marion, Iowa following a wedding trip to the Western states. They were married August 29, in a double ring candlelight ceremony at 8 p.m. at the East Clermont Lutheran Church before an altar decorated with yellow and white mums. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Alnes Olson and Mr. Clarence Hoth. Mr. Arthur Amundson, of Clermont, sang "Oh Promise Me", "The Lords Prayer", and "The Wedding Prayer" accompanied by Mrs. Richard Neumann, Elgin. Given in marriage by her father, the bride chose a Selina gown of peau du saise organza and Rose Pointe lace over Kinner's Royal satin designed with a Jeanelle neckline the traditional bridal sleeves and a fitted bodice featuring lace appliques in an overall design. The Swedell controlled skirt also carried out the applique of the lace. A full royal train was designed with two Ilenia panals of the lace centered with the peau organza and was topped by two Franella bows. Her miniture crown was of seed pearls and sequins. She carried a bouquet of yellow roses. Karen Olson, sister of the bride, was maid of honor, and Mrs. Calvin Penz, sister of the bride and Ann Larson niece of the bride were bridesmaids. They were attired in Unteil gowns frosted white organza over Sedalia blue taffeta designed with a Venit neckline, petite sleeves, the royalion high bodice with a desmont insert of silk embroidery. The De Lano sheath chapel length skirt featured Dorea panel at the back edged with the silk embroidery, with these they wore stalot hats to match with butterfly veils. They carried white fugit Mums. Richard Hoth Cedar Rapids, brother of the bridegroom served as best man, Ronald Trudo of Postville and Allen Weikler of Chicago were groomsmen, Keith Larson and David Smith, were ushers. The men were dressed in black tuxedoes. The brides mother chose a Fredia grown in embroidered silk in Roseta beige, with peacock accessories. Her corsage was white carnations. A reception was held after the ceremony in the church parlor. Mrs. Harry Stolle, aunt of the bride served as dinning room hostess. Mrs. Oliver Larson and Mrs. LaVern Larson sisters of the bride cut the cake, Carol Swenson served at the guest book. The bride is a graduate of Clermont, Valley High School, and St. Lukes school of Practical Nusing and is employed by Drs. Wright and Armstrong in Marion. The groom is a graduate of Postville High School and is a Senior in business administration at S.U,I, Iowa City. Guests at the wedding were from Chicago, Racine, Wayne, Nebraska, Rochester, Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, Marion, Dubuque. ~Postville Herald, September 1964 - contributed by Patricia Morehouse
HOWE - WALDRON	Hannah Waldron (dau of Peter Waldron and Mary Gavin) m Richard Howes 25 Nov 1885 ~St. Mary's church records (Lycurgus), currently being held at the Immaculate Conception rectory in Lansing - contributed by Kathy Ward
HUBBELL - PURDY	MARRIED. W.W. HUBBELL, of the Oak Leaf creamery, married one of Waukon's best young ladies, Miss Flora PURDY, Wednesday evening. ~Postville Review, May 9, 1891 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HUFFY - GORDON	At the Congregational parsonage, Saturday evening, Oct. 22, 1887, Mr. Wm. A. HUFFY to Miss Ella GORDON, both of Postville. This young couple expect to make their home in Alexandria, Dakota, whither Mr. HUFFY has already gone. We wish them health, prosperity and happiness. ~Postville Review, October 29, 1887 - contributed by S. Ferrall
HURM - AIRD	William D. Hurm, son of David W. Hurm & Catherine Fitzgerald, married Winifred E. Aird, daughter of William Aird & Mary LaVelle, on 29 Jun 1915. Witness: Leo Hurm ~Marriage Record: Allamakee Co: 1914 - 1918 - contributed by CJ Bowden
HURM - BURKE	Clarence Hurm (son of Louis Henry Hurm & Catherine Randolph) married Philomena Burke (daughter of James Burke & Anna Martell) on 3 May 1927 in Harper's Ferry. Witnesses: Charles Burke & Hilda Hurm ~Marriage Record - Allamakee Co: 1923-1928 - contributed by CJ Bowden
HURM - FITZGERALD	David W. Hurm (son of Mathias L. Hurm, Sr & Mary Ann Bohrer) married Catherine Fitzgerald (daughter of James Fitzgerald & Mary Rourke) on 28 Jan 1883 in Paint Rock. License applied for on 12 Jan 1883. ~Marriage Record - Allamakee Co: Register 1, pg 24, rec# 340 -contributed by CJ Bowden; NOTE: David's mother's name is recorded as Mary Boerer in marriage record.
HURM - FORD	Mathias L. Hurm, Jr (son of Mathias L. Hurm, Sr & Mary Ann Bohrer) married Mary Mathilda Ford on 20 Feb 1884 at St. Joseph's Church, Paint Rock. ~St. Joseph's Church records -contributed by CJ Bowden
HURM - GUIDER	Louis Henry Hurm (son of Mathias L. Hurm, Sr. & Mary Ann Bohrer) married Mary Ellen Guider (daughter of Daniel Guider & Kate) on 9 Jun 1886 at Immaculate Conception Church - Wexford. License applied for 7 Jun 1886. Witnesses: William Whalen & Maggie Ryan ~Marriage Record - Allamakee Co: Register 1, pg 59, rec# 788 - contributed by CJ Bowden; NOTE: Louis' mother is recorded as Mary Moore in marriage record.
HURM - KELLY	David W. Hurm (son of Mathias L. Hurm, Sr. & Mary Ann Bohrer) married Nellie Kelly (daughter of Jeremiah Kelly & Catherine Donovan) on 19 Nov 1895 at Immaculate Conception Church - Wexford. Witnesses: Thos. Whalen & L. Kelly. License applied for 7 Nov 1895. ~Marriage Record - Allamakee Co: Register 2, pg 34, rec# 1969 - contributed by CJ Bowden; NOTE: This is David's second marriage. David's parents are recorded as Mathew Hurm & Mary Boras in marriage record.
HURM - KELLY	David W. Hurm (son of Mathias L. Hurm, Sr. & Mary Ann Bohrer) married Elizabeth Kelly (daughter of Jeremiah Kelly & Catherine Donovan) on 24 Sep 1899 in Lafayette Twp. Witness: Louis Hurm. ~Marriage Record - Allamakee Co: Register 2, pg 73, rec# 2442 - contributed by CJ Bowden; NOTE: This is David's third marriage. David's mother is recorded as Mary Borer in marriage record.
HURM - MARTELL	Francis Gregory Hurm (son of Louis Henry Hurm & Catherine Randolph) married Veronica C. Martell (daughter of Cyperian Martell & Angelina Valley) on 29 Jan 1929 in Harper's Ferry. ~Marriage Record - Allamakee Co: rec# 6145 -contributed by CJ Bowden
HURM - RANDOLPH	Louis Henry Hurm (son of Mathias L. Hurm Sr. & Mary Ann Bohrer) married Catherine Louise Randolph (daughter of Isaac Randolph & Mary Whalen) on 15 Feb 1898 in Lafayette Twp. Witnesses: Francis Bohrer & ??aser Whalen. License applied for on 1 Feb 1898. ~Marriage Record: Allamakee Co: Register 2, page 61, rec# 2252 - contributed by CJ Bowden; NOTE: This is Louis' second marriage. Bride is recorded as Katie Randolph in marriage record.
HURM - SULLIVAN	John J. Hurm (son of Mathias L. Hurm Sr. & Mary Ann Bohrer) married Ellenore Sullivan in Jan 1878 in Allamakee Co. License applied for on 21 Jan 1878. ~Marriage Record: Allamakee Co: 1873-1879, page 345 - contributed by CJ Bowden
HURM - WHALEN	Charles Hurm (son of Louis Henry Hurm & Mary Ellen Guider) married Frances Lenore Whalen (daughter of Martin Francis Whalen & Mary Agatha Stafford) in Feb 1919 in Allamakee Co. Witness: Thomas Maton. License applied for on 22 Feb 1919. ~Marriage Record: Allamakee Co: Register 11, page 16 - contributed by CJ Bowden
HURM - WHALEN	Leo Hurm (son of David W. Hurm & Catherine Fitzgerald) married Eleanor Whalen (daughter of Martin Francis Whalen & Mary Agatha Stafford) in Mar 1916 in Allamakee Co. Witness: W.D. Hurm. License applied for on 29 Feb 1916. ~Marriage Record: Allamakee Co: 1914-1918, page 273, rec# 2252 - contributed by CJ Bowden

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