Iowa Old Press
Sheldon Mail
Sheldon, O'Brien co. Iowa
December 17, 1875
The carpenters pronounced the Congregational Church completed
last Friday. Joseph Walker and sons deserve praise, as it is a
fine piece of work.
Great preparations are being made for the New Year's masquerade.
Mr. J.A. Brown is to furnish supper. This fact in connection with
Mr. Allen's music will be two important features of the occasion.
[transcribed by S.F., Sept. 2005]