Ames - Shackleford marriage 1897

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from THE MOLINE REPBULICAN Nov. 5, 1897

Wedding

Wednesday night, November 3, at the home of bride's father in Grenola, Mr. Earl Ames and Miss Retta Shackelford were united in marriage, Elder Hill of Moline, officiating.

Promptly at eight o'clock Mrs. Friend Fouts began the Wedding march.  The bridal couple entered accompanied by Ora Ames and Miss Amy Shackleford.  The short impressive ceremony over, congratulations followed, then a bountiful supper was enjoyed, from which some delicious cake reached this office.  None but relatives were invited.

Mr. and Mrs. Ames will make their home in Grenola for the present.  Long life and a rich store of happiness attend them.