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Former Union soldier James Jordan; Russel's grandfatherand founder of the Jordan Farm. Former Union soldier James Jordan; Russel's grandfatherand founder of the Jordan Farm.
Agnes Jordan; Russel's grandmother. Moved to Iowa with her husband, James,  in 1867. Agnes Jordan; Russel's grandmother. Moved to Iowa with her husband, James, in 1867.
Russel Jordan seated upon his father's lap. Russel and Jordan
Sign The Jordan family farm, on the banks of Troublesome Creek.
Russel Jordan and his growing family. Jordan family
Jordan children From left: Jeanne, Jon, and Jim Jordan as children inventing a midwestern of their own.
After harvesting corn, Russel Jordan proudly displays his ten fingers, all intact. Russel and tractor
Russel and Mary Jane Jordan Russel and Mary Jane Jordan.
Under the threat of foreclosure, Russ contined to work his farm. Russel and cows
auction The farm auction: opportunity for some, last resort for others.
The Jordan family in 1985. Jordan family



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