Tag Archives: WWI

Veterans Day: WWI soldiers photographed by J.B. Hostetler

Posted on November 11, 2022 by SCblogger

In honor of Veterans Day, we wanted to share a sampling of portraits of men in uniform taken by J. B. Hostetler at his photography studio in Davenport in 1918. These images have been digitized and uploaded to our Upper … Continue reading →

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WWI Veterans: Captain Comegys & Doctor Desmond

Posted on November 11, 2021 by SCblogger

In honor of Veterans Day this year we are featuring 2 medical officers photographed by J.B. Hostetler in 1918. Joseph Parsons Comegys was born November 21, 1866, in Covington, Kentucky to Cornelius Parsons and Sarah Jane (Good) Comegys. His maternal … Continue reading →

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In Commemoration of Veterans Day: Lieutenant Edward R. Guyer

Posted on November 11, 2019 by SCblogger

The observance of Armistice Day began officially on May 13, 1938, through an act of legislation. The holiday was “dedicated to the cause of world peace and to be hereafter celebrated and known as ‘Armistice Day’” (52 Stat. 351; 5 … Continue reading →

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The 100th Anniversary of the Armistice to End the Great War

Posted on November 11, 2018 by SCblogger

We would like to take a moment on this Veterans Day to remember the 100th Anniversary of the end of the Great War. If you would like to read more about the local celebrations following the news of an Armistice, … Continue reading →

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A Memorial Day Remembrance: Private Arthur C. Franz

Posted on May 25, 2018 by SCblogger

Memorial Day 1918 was a somber day in Davenport. Not only were local citizens remembering those fallen in wars past, they were also mourning the first soldier from Davenport to be lost (only weeks earlier, in France) in the current … Continue reading →

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In Her Own Words: Red Cross nurse Grace Van Evera

Posted on November 11, 2017 by SCblogger

Grace Van Evera was born January 9, 1877 in Davenport, Iowa to Charles and Henrietta Kepler. The family lived on Utica Ridge Rd. and were prominent residents of the county.  Ms. Van Evera received her education from Davenport High School, … Continue reading →

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