Myers, Lou P - CD-38558
Title
Myers, Lou P - CD-38558
Subject
U.S. military service; soldier induction records; World War I mobilization; World War II induction; Camp Dodge (Iowa)
Description
Personnel card documenting induction and processing information for a soldier at Camp Dodge, Iowa.
Identifier
CD - 38558
Surname
Myers
Given Name(s)
Lou P
Town or City of Residence
Des Moines
County of Residence
Polk
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
5 Mar 1893
Birthplace
Polk Co-IA
Enlistment Age
22
Civil Occupation
huckster
Date of Enlistment
3 Feb 1916
Enlistment Unit
Co B 3rd Reg
Date of Discharge
3 Apr 1916
Height
5ft 11in
Complexion
dark
Eye Color
hazel
Hair Color
dark brown
Weight
163lbs
Identifying Marks
left index finger missing-back teeth needed fixing
Additional Notes
court martial 3 Apr 1916-failed to appear for inspection-reinstated
fined $5
fined $5
Access Instructions
This item represents an index entry. The original records are held by the Iowa Genealogical Society Library and are not available online. Researchers may view the documents in person or request a digital or mailed copy from library staff. Service fees may apply.
Collection
Citation
“Myers, Lou P - CD-38558,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 28, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/57767.