I just found this message thread, and recognized the names right away. The ARMITAGEs are part of my extended family, as are other families from Moville, Iowa, including the BEARD, ELWOOD, FOSTER and ROLFS families.
My published family tree only has basic information, but I have some notes that are not on the Internet. You didn't give your mother's name; may I ask her full maiden and married names?
I would be glad to help if I can.
Joel Ettinger
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