Holmes Farm Land Auction

AUCTION TIME & LOCATION: Auction will be held at the Alta, Iowa Community Center Located at 409 Hwy. 7, Alta, IA 51002 beginning at 10:00 am Monday, November 16, 2026. It will be held online and In-person.

FARM LOCATION: This Farm is located West of Storm Lake on Hwy. 7 or East of Alta on Hwy. 7 to M36 then 3 1⁄4 miles North on M36 then 1/2 Miles West on 560th St. in Section 7 of Washington Township.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This Farm is 55.62 gross acres of which approx. 52.5 acres are tillable along with some waterways. Soils consist of Marcus, Colo, Primghar and Sac. CSR II of tillable acres is 90.7. FSA records show it has been enrolled in Farm Program with a PLC of 153 on Corn and 45 on Beans.

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AUCTION COORDINATOR: Kevin Cone 712-299-4258
SELLERS: WILLIAM R. & DONNA M. HOLMES TRUST
CLOSING AGENT: Dan Connell – Attorney – Storm Lake, IA

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We have four lots on AuctionTime for Lyndell Shelby that are selling October 6th, 2026.

Mike Mayer Estate, Online Only

Large tool box on casters, large supply of fuel, air, and oil WIX filters, Miller wire welder, Dayton commercial band saw, Baileigh 3 in 1 shear/brake/roll, TNT hot/cold pressure washer, large welding table, parts washer, large bolt in with accessories, extension cords, John Deere 3rd link, sway blocks, steps, draw bar, many power tools, standard and metric wrench sets, wheel and bearing pullers, numerous wrenches and socket sets, tap and die set, Snap-On snap ring pliers, Snap-On ratchets and extensions, punches, chisels, John Deere “B” tractor parts, pto shafts, hanging heater, various sizes of bearings, races, holders, vice grips, screwdrivers, hammers, hyd. jacks, screw jacks, shelving, Gear wrench and DeWalt wrench
sets, Hanson 10 pc and 25 pc multi spline ext set, side grinders, impact wrenches, Stinger bearing separator/push-puller set, many ratchet wrenches, many steel bits, DeWalt chop saw, crows feet, small anvil with chisel, Antiques/Collectibles: Cromwell metal wall thermometer (new in box), cast iron hog oiler, cast iron boot remover, hand corn planter with seed disc, Snap-On screwdriver set, 1’’ air impact and sockets, various sizes of pto shafts.

OPEN HOUSE: Saturday November 7 from 9:00 to 11:00 A.M. and Wednesday November 11, from 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. or by appointment

ONLINE BIDDING BEGINS: November 1, 2026

CLOSING DATE: Monday November 16, 2026 starting at 6:00 P.M.
(2 lots closing per minute with a 1 minute extension)

PAYMENT/PICKUP: Tuesday November 17, 2026 from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. or by appointment

MIKE MAYER ESTATE, OWNER

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Auction Coordinator:

Jim Klein 712-540-1206

MRS. JERRY (IRENE) PROBST ESTATE, Online Only

Eastlake style 3 pc bedroom suite with marble top dresser & matching washstand, Arched rattan & wicker
wardrobes, Mahogany vintage style 3 pc poster bedroom suite with highboy 4 drawer dresser and vanity with
arched mirror (both with burled accents), Mahogany 7 drawer vanity table with ornate arched mirror & 6 drawer
highboy serpentine front dresser, 3 pc rectangular dining room table with ornate cabriole legs and matching
sideboard and buffet server, Oak parlor table with roped design legs (Excellent), 5 pc Birds Eye Maple bedroom
suite, 2 French style curio cabinets, Lladros, Hummels, Seven Seas ornate media armoire/entertainment
center/liquor cabinet, China hutch/cabinet, billiard table, Karastan large room rug, kitchen ware, cooking ware,
utensils, recliners, matching sofas and chairs, dishes, crystal glassware, so much more too numerous to mention.

ADDRESS :120 7TH St., Place NE, LeMars, Iowa 51031

ONLINE BIDDING BEGINS: November 12, 2026
CLOSING DATE: Sunday November 22, 2026 starting at 6:00 P.M.
(2 lots closing per minute with a 1 minute extension)
OPEN HOUSE: Saturday November 14, 2026 from 9-11:00 A.M. or by appointment
PAYMENT/PICKUP: Monday November 23, 2026 from 2-5 P.M. or by appointment

MRS. JERRY (IRENE) PROBST ESTATE, OWNER

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Jim Klein 712-540-1206

VERNON & RITA LETSCHE RETIREMENT Live and Online

After many years of dedication to their farming operation, Vernon and Rita Letsch have made the decision to retire and offer their farm machinery and equipment at Public Auction. We are pleased and honored to have been selected to conduct this retirement auction. The Letsches have taken exceptional pride in the care and maintenance of their machinery and equipment, and we are confident that the quality and condition of their merchandise will reflect that dedication on auction day. This auction will feature a quality lineup of farm machinery and equipment, with no miscellaneous small items. All items listed will be offered LIVE and ONLINE, giving bidders the opportunity to participate in person or through internet bidding. We encourage you to make plans to attend this outstanding retirement machinery auction.

ADDRESS: 23171 Almond Ave, Marcus, Iowa 51035
DIRECTIONS: From the Marcus Junction 4 miles South on L36 then 3 miles West on C38 then 2 1/4 miles South on Almond Ave., or from the Golden Pheasant at Remsen, Iowa, go 4 miles South on Hwy #140 then 5 miles East on C38 then 2 1/4 miles South on Almond Ave., Directional signs will be posted. OPEN HOUSE: Tuesday NOVEMBER 10 FROM 2-4:30 p.m. OR BY APPOINTMENT

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Jim Klein 712-540-1206

Mike Mayer Estate Equipment Online Only

John Deere Wheel Loaders: 2015 John Deere 544K, 2019 524K, John Deere Tractors: 2005 #8120 with Miller M35 loader, 1994 #7600, 2003 #7800, 1989 #4455 tractor with Wood Ground Mover loader, 2001 #7810, 2000 #8110 tractor, 1949 “B” wide front, 1935 “B” with 4 row cultivator, John Deere tractor (was in process of restoration),Turbo Max 6160 feed wagon, water tanks, Allis Chalmers and John Deere 3 bottom plows, John Deere 1350-1450 6 bottom plow, Barney Bilt dirt scraper, Henke corn cracker, gates, tires, playhouse, swing set, hog cart, 100 gallon and 1,000 gallon propane tanks, forks and pallet forks, large bale spear for wheel loader, barge boxes, vintage cement mixer with hit and miss motor, saddle tanks, Grain-O-Vator, 3-1,000 gallon diesel fuel tanks (2 with pumps), 2-300 gallon upright fuel tanks, water tank and pump on trailer, John Deere #512 disc ripper, John Deere 235 disc, John Deere 724 mulch finisher, Meyer Model TS2400 vertical manure spreader with conversion panels to silage, Schaben pull type sprayer w/ 90’ boom, John Deere #946 MoCo mower conditioner, Vermeer TE-170 Tedder

ADDRESS: 5328 C AVE. MARCUS, IOWA 51035
DIRECTIONS: From the Marcus Junction go 4 miles South on L36,
then 1 mile West on C38 then 1/2mile South on C Ave
ONLINE BIDDING BEGINS: November 1, 2026
CLOSING DATE: Sunday November 15, 2026 starting at 6:00 P.M.
(2 lots closing per minute with a 2 minute extension)
OPEN HOUSE: Saturday November 7 from 9:00 to 11:00 A.M. and Wednesday November 11, from 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. or by appointment
PAYMENT/PICKUP: Tuesday November 17, 2026 from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. or by appointment

MIKE MAYER ESTATE, OWNER

Auction Coordinator:

Jim Klein 712-540-1206

Fravel Glass Milk Bottle Collection, Online Only

A REMARKABLE 40+ YEAR COLLECTION OF VINTAGE MILK BOTTLES & DAIRY MEMORABILIA

A Lifetime of Collecting • Hundreds of Bottles • Countless Stories of America's Dairy Heritage

Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to explore a collection more than 40 years in the making! The result of decades of searching antique shops, auctions, flea markets, and other collecting destinations throughout the Midwest, this impressive collection celebrates the history of America's local dairies and the glass bottles that once delivered fresh milk to homes across the country.

Featuring an extensive variety of dairy names, regional creameries, colorful advertising, and distinctive bottle designs, this collection offers something for seasoned milk bottle collectors, railroad enthusiasts, advertising memorabilia collectors, and anyone who appreciates a piece of local history.

The collection includes a wide variety of sizes and styles, from quart and pint bottles to half-pint creamers, miniature sample bottles, and other specialty sizes. Collectors will discover an outstanding assortment of Iowa and Midwestern dairy advertising, with bottles representing communities including Le Mars, Spencer, Storm Lake, Estherville, Sheldon, and many others.

Featured names and highlights include:

• Wells Dairy / Blue Bunny — Le Mars, Iowa, along with a substantial collection of Wells Blue Bunny advertising and dairy memorabilia.
• Robinson's Dairy — Storm Lake, Iowa.
• Esther Maid Dairy Products — Estherville, Iowa.
• Jersey Dairy — Spencer, Iowa.
• Nelson's Dairy — Aurelia, Iowa.
• Molmen's Dairy — Sheldon, Iowa.
• Roe Dairy and numerous additional regional dairy names.
• A fascinating assortment of miniature dairy advertising bottles, specialty glassware, and other collectible pieces.
• Additional vintage advertising and railroad-related collectibles, including distinctive Union Pacific railroad china.

From colorful applied-label graphics and classic dairy logos to small-town creameries and hard-to-find regional names, this collection offers a wonderful look back at an era when local dairies were an important part of everyday American life.

Whether you're searching for a bottle from your hometown, adding to a specialized collection, preserving regional history, or discovering the hobby for the first time, this is a sale worth exploring. With decades of collecting represented, bidders will have the opportunity to discover a wide variety of unique pieces and memorable advertising.

Take your time browsing the catalog — you never know which familiar dairy name, hometown connection, or special bottle you might discover!

Bidding Opens: Friday, November 6, 2026

Lots Begins Closing: Sunday, November 15, 2026 @ 5:00 P.M., 2 lots/min

Pick-up Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 4:30 - 6:00 P.M.

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Auction Coordinator:

Randy Stabe 712-540-9640