Cyrus Charles Arnold

Cyrus Charles Arnold (Grandpa Charles Arnold's Dad) was born May 8, 1893 in Shedd, Linn County, Oregon. He was the oldest of 10 children born to Charles and Mary Arnold.

He started school at age 7 and graduated from the 8th grade in May 1910.

During his early years he assisted his parents with the farming, chores, and caring for siblings that followed him. In 1917, during World War I he was called to the army induction center at San Francisco, California. Because of his poor eyesight he was rejected and then returned to Shedd, Oregon.

Here is a copy of Cyrus Arnold's draft registration card.