"John W. Boden, of Madison township, Clarke county, disappeared from home on Saturday morning, May 21. He is about 49 years old, 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighs about 140 pounds; has black hair turning gray and full beard which is quite gray. He wore a black wool hat, dark coat and vest and jeans pants. Any informaiton will be thankfully received. Address Lee Boden, Box 208, Murray, Iowa."