West Liberty History 1838-1938

Source: One Hundred Years of History
* Commemorating a Century of Progress in the West Liberty Community * WEST LIBERTY, IOWA
SOLDIER'S MONUMENT

In February, 1902 the Woman's Relief Corps of West Liberty discussed the erection of a Soldier's monument in Oakridge cemetery. At a later meeting of the Corps a resolution was presented that the W. R. C. assume the task of erecting a monument, a committee being appointed to find ways and means. With the cooperation of the citizens they made their plans, and asked for donations. The list of subscribers was headed by the W. R. C., which contributed $100.

At the Memorial exercises the matter was presented and met with great enthusiasm. Later a monument committee was appointed for soliciting subscribers, care of the money paid, selection of the design and the power to contract the work.

The following were on the committee: Mesdames H. R. Watters, C. F. Regnier, H. J. Ditmars, J. B. Luse, Ella Gregg and Lou Jackson. A sub-committee was appointed of J. E. McIntosh, I. A. Nichols, A. H. McClun, and H. B. Watters, to act as a purchasing committee with the power to let the contract. The work was completed for the dedication on Memorial Day, May 30, 1903.

This monument was erected in commemoration of the defenders of our country.

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