Lots of dead Iowans expected at tonight’s historical party

President Herbert Hoover may be bumping into the McCaughey Septuplets at a Halloween bash in Des Moines tonight. The State Historical Society’s Third Annual Famous Iowans Costume Party and Dance is gathering what one organizer says is a “bewildering array” of people from John Wayne to Simon Estes.The Historical Society’s Roger Munns says partygoers don’t have to dress as people to attend — they just need to be a little creative.Munns says the event promises to be very entertaining and those who attend will likely learn a little about Iowa history as they mingle.For more information, surf to “www.iowahistory.org” or call (515) 242-5194.